Federal Government says Nigerian passport holders are now free to obtain UAE visas

After a prolonged diplomatic row, Nigerians can now apply for and obtain visas to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) effective Monday.

Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, disclosed this to State House correspondents at the end of the Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting chaired by President Bola Tinubu on Monday in Abuja.

He said the Federal Government had reached an agreement with the UAE to allow Nigerian passport holders to obtain visas to travel to the Gulf State from today (Monday).

Idris said: “After successful talks and extensive and 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 that allows for the resumption of travel to the UAE for Nigerian passport holders.

“This agreement includes updated controls and provisions to facilitate obtaining UAE visas.

“The reopening of visas will take effect from July 15, 2024.

“Nigerian citizens who wish to know more about the latest visa requirements of the UAE can visit http://documentverificationhub.ae for additional information.”

By: Babajide Okeowo

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