The United Arab Emirates has introduced stricter entry requirements for Nigerian travelers, including a complete suspension of transit visa applications.
Travel agents confirmed the development on Tuesday.
Under the new directives from Dubai immigration authorities, Nigerian citizens between the ages of 18 and 45 are no longer eligible for tourist visas unless accompanied.
Additionally, applicants aged 45 and above must now provide a personal six-month bank statement reflecting a minimum monthly balance of $10,000 or its equivalent in naira to qualify for a visa.
Travel agents said the new policy is expected to drastically reduce travel from Nigeria to Dubai, a top destination for business and tourism.
“For Nigerian nationals, please bear in mind that an applicant aged 18 to 45 years travelling alone is not eligible for the TOURIST VISA CATEGORY.
“An applicant who is 45 years or above must provide a Single Nigerian personal bank statement for a period of the last six months, with each month’s end balance reflecting a minimum ending balance of USD 10,000 or its naira equivalent.
“Kindly note that the above points must be taken into consideration before sending your applications with other existing documents such as hotel reservation, data page, etc,” the notification reads.
