The mission issued the warning on Wednesday amid what it described as confusion over the procedures for commencing German visa applications.
In a statement shared on its X handle, the mission advised applicants to first identify the appropriate visa category and confirm whether their application should be processed by the German Mission in Lagos or Abuja.
Applicants were also advised to use the official online appointment or registration system, or the online visa portal where required for their particular visa category.
The mission urged applicants to carefully follow the instructions provided for their appointments and ensure that all required documents are properly prepared.
It further directed applicants to appear in person to submit their visa applications, where personal submission is required.
The German Mission specifically warned Nigerians against paying agents to book visa appointments, noting that applicants do not need to engage or pay third parties for the service.
It also clarified that sending visa documents to the consulate by email is not the prescribed procedure for booking appointments or submitting visa applications.
The mission urged Nigerians seeking German visas to rely on the official procedures and guidance provided through its website to avoid falling victim to fraudulent agents or misinformation.
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