The Nigerian government announced on Monday a new agreement with the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to resume visa issuance to Nigerian passport holders, effective July 15, 2024.
This development comes over two years after the UAE suspended visa issuance to Nigerians due to diplomatic tensions.
According to the Minister of Information, Mohammed Idris, the agreement follows successful negotiations between the two governments. “The agreement includes updated controls and conditions to facilitate obtaining a UAE visa,” Idris stated. “The resumption of visas will be effective from July 15, 2024.”
However, Nigerian travelers to the UAE must first obtain a Document Verification Number (DVN) before applying for a visa. The DVN requires a non-refundable fee of ₦640,000 and is valid for 14 days. Individuals under 13 are exempt from this requirement.
The new regulation aims to ensure digital verification and authentication of documents before visa issuance. The UAE government’s website provides more information on the DVN process.
