FG declares Nigerian passport holders now free to obtain UAE visas

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

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

He said the Federal Government has reached an agreement with the UAE to allow Nigerian passport holders to obtain visas for trip to the Gulf State starting today (Monday).

Idris said: “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.

“This agreement includes updated controls and conditions to facilitate obtaining a UAE visa.

“The resumption of visas will be effective from July 15, 2024.

“Nigerians wishing to learn more about the updated visa conditions from the UAE can visit http://documentverificationhub.ae for any additional information. ”

By: Babajide Okeowo

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