UAE Travel Resumes for Nigerian Passport Holders

The Nigerian government announced an agreement with the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to resume travel for Nigerian passport holders. Visa issuance restarts on July 15, 2024.

This development follows successful negotiations between the two countries, as announced by Nigeria’s Minister of Information and National Orientation, Min. Mohammed Idris.

He further stated that the agreement includes updated controls and conditions designed to facilitate the process of obtaining a UAE visa for Nigerians.

In May, Emirates announced reestablishing its daily Dubai-Lagos service starting October 2024, following a two-year hiatus.