Beginning July 8, 2025, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) will implement stricter visa regulations for Nigerian citizens. This policy shift follows recent changes by the United States regarding visa issuance for Nigerians, sparking renewed concern over international mobility and diplomatic ties.
As part of the updated rules, Nigerians will no longer be able to obtain transit visas through the UAE, effectively preventing them from using Dubai as a layover point. Additionally, Nigerian nationals aged between 18 and 45 who are traveling solo will no longer qualify for tourist visas.
Applicants over the age of 45 must now provide a six-month personal bank statement reflecting a minimum monthly balance of $10,000 (or the equivalent in naira) to be considered for a tourist visa.
All travelers heading to the UAE will also be required to submit proof of hotel bookings and demonstrate financial capacity to cover their stay, specifically showing at least 5,000 dirhams.
This development is expected to significantly impact the number of Nigerian visitors to Dubai a longtime hotspot for both tourism and commerce. The changes come less than a year after the UAE ended a two-year visa suspension for Nigerian passport holders.
See some comments below:
@Kageb G, “Omo ontop one July dem don restrict us finished 😂😂😂 ayyyyyyyyyy Tinubu”.
@Desmond Shagg, “The whole world shud just ban Nigeria including their chief masquerade 😆”.
@Prince Adewale, “Everybody just they banned. Nigerians. Even God fit still banned us for heaven.”.
@Uju Annuobi, “Make them ban entry totally make all of us dey here dey see the shege”.
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