The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has lifted the visa ban placed on Nigerian passport holders.
Upon the suspension, travellers from Nigeria can now secure visas to the UAE starting from Monday, July 15.
The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mr. Mohammed Idris made the announcement in a statement issued on Monday.
“Following successful talks and extensive, mutually beneficial negotiations between the Government of the United Arab Emirates and the Government of the Federal Republic of Nigeria @NigeriaGov, an agreement was reached allowing for the resumption of travel to the UAE for Nigerian passport holders,” the statement partly read.
It noted that the agreement includes updated controls and conditions to facilitate obtaining a UAE visa.
“The resumption of visas will be effective from July 15, 2024,” it added.
The statement further disclosed that “Nigerians wishing to learn more about the updated visa conditions from the UAE can visit documentverificationhub.ae for any additional information.”
Recall that the UAE imposed a visa ban on Nigeria about two years ago following several diplomatic disputes.
