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UAE imposes stricter entry rules for Nigerians, suspends transit visas

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The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has imposed stricter entry requirements for Nigerian travellers and suspended all transit visa applications, effective Tuesday, July 9, 2025.

As part of the updated policy from Dubai immigration, Nigerians between the ages of 18 and 45 will no longer be eligible for tourist visas unless they are accompanied.

In addition, Nigerians aged 45 and above who wish to apply for a visa must now provide a personal six-month bank statement showing a minimum monthly balance of $10,000 (or its naira equivalent).

Travel experts say the new rules will significantly curtail travel from Nigeria to Dubai, one of the most popular destinations for business and tourism among Nigerians.

“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 official travel advisory stated.

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