FULL LIST: Step-by-step guide, conditions for Nigerians to obtain UAE visa

The United Arab Emirates' government's ban on Nigerians obtaining visas was recently lifted, according to the Federal Government.

Monday, July 15, 2024: Following President Bola Tinubu's Federal Executive Council meeting, Minister of Information and National Orientation Mohammed Idris revealed that a deal had been made in a conversation with State House media.

"I can confirm that an agreement has been reached, and as of right now, holders of Nigerian passports who want to visit the UAE can do so," Idris stated.

Owing to certain diplomatic issues, the UAE banned Nigerians from entering the country approximately two years ago.

Emirates Airline of Dubai also suspended service to Nigeria due to the Central Bank of Nigeria's inability to send an estimated $85 million in revenue to the UAE.
The ministry requested that Nigerians who would like more information about the revised requirements for UAE visas visit documentverificationhub.ae in light of the current development.

The detailed instructions for Nigerians seeking a UAE visa are as follows:
Take out your Nigerian passport and use it to get a Document Verification Number. To get started, click the "Start DVN application" button.

Select if you are applying on behalf of a group or yourself.
Fill out your passport information, travel information, and personal information now.
Upload a picture of the information page from your passport. Accept all of the following disclaimers about data processing.
Verify the accuracy of all the information you've supplied before completing any payments, then select your preferred payment method or gateway.
Click "Confirm and Pay" to continue after choosing your desired payment option.
Complete the card details for payment and confirm.
Once successful, you’ll receive your DVN via email within five business days.
To follow up on your application at anytime, you’re advised to use your National Identification Number as your unique application reference number.
Additionally, look for payment and application confirmations in your inbox.

2. A six-month bank statement with a minimum balance of $10,000 USD serves as proof of bank account.

3. Tickets for round-trip travel.

4. Evidence of a paid and confirmed hotel reservation.

5. At the UAE Visa Centre in Abuja, Nigeria, the visa fee must be paid with a credit card. The closest UAE Visa Centre is where Nigerian nationals who live overseas can pay their visa cost.