The US Mission in Nigeria issues a warning to Nigerians applying for US visas not to submit passport photographs that are altered using artificial intelligence or other digital editing tools. According to multiple outlets, the warning says AI-edited, digitally enhanced, or filtered passport photos will not meet application requirements and will be rejected. The mission’s advisory notes that using such images can lead to delays in processing visa applications. The guidance applies to passport photos submitted as part of visa documentation, with the US Mission emphasizing that applicants should use photos that comply with standard rules rather than images modified through AI tools or editing software. Outlets report that the notice is shared through official US Mission communications, including posts on social media, to ensure applicants understand the restriction before submitting their materials. The overall message across the reports is that the US Mission will not accept AI-altered photographs, and applicants may face additional screening or administrative delays if they do.