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FG, UAE Reach Agreement on Resumption of Travels for Nigerians, Visa Ban Lifted Effective July 15
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Olawale Ajimotokan in Abuja
The federal government of Nigeria and the government of United Arab Emirates have reached a mutual agreement for the resumption of travel to the UAE for Nigerian passport holders with effect from July 15, 2024.
This was contained in a statement issued on Monday by the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammad Idris.
He said the positive development was the outcome of the successful talks and extensive, high-level negotiations between the authorities of both countries.
“The agreement includes updated controls and conditions to facilitate obtaining a UAE visa. The resumption of visas will be effective from July 15, 2024.”