The United Arab Emirates immigration authorities have declared a visa restriction on Nigerians adding that all forwarded applications are rejected and fees non-refundable.
It was gathered that the statement was released on friday in a notice issued to its trade partners in nigeria along with travel agencies. Although no explanation was given for the ban, the dubai authorities stated that all applications were on-hold until challenges between the uae government and the nigerian government were addressed.
The latest choice taken by the UAE immigration authorities has all nigerians wanting to travel to the uae. “All dubai applications submitted are now rejected. it is general for nigerians and approvals are on hold at the moment.”
“Kindly advise your clients to resubmit C2=A0 applications when the issue is resolved between both governments,” the notice to Nigerian travel agents declared.
A source from Wakanow, who confirmed the story said, “It is true, it was issued yesterday. The Dubai immigration did not state when the ban would be lifted but for now, everything is on hold.”
Speaking with a customer representative from air peace, it was gathered that the airline is still flying to Dubai with those who already have a valid Visa. The representative added that any changes were to occur concerning flight for Nigerians, that would be duly made known, adding that no issue had been raised at the moment.
