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How to apply for a UAE visa for Nigerians

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Ifeanyi Chukwu
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To apply for a UAE visa as a Nigerian passport holder, follow these steps and meet the outlined requirements:

Steps to Apply for a UAE Visa:

  1. Document Verification:

    • Visit the Document Verification Hub.
    • Provide the required personal information: given names, surname, country of residence, date of birth, NIN, passport information (valid Nigerian standard passport), email address, travel arrival and departure dates, and passport data page.
    • Pay the non-refundable fee of N688,000, which includes the document verification fee (N640,000) and Value Added Tax (N48,000).
    • Upon successful payment, receive your Document Verification Number (DVN) via email within 5 working days.

  2. Prepare Required Documents:

    • Document Verification Number (DVN): Proof of authenticity of your submitted documents.
    • Proof of Bank Account: A six-month bank statement showing a minimum balance of $10,000 USD.
    • Round-Trip Flight Tickets: Evidence of booked round-trip flight tickets.
    • Hotel Booking: Proof of a confirmed and paid hotel booking.

  3. Submit Visa Application:

    • Complete the UAE visa application form at the UAE Visa Centre in Abuja, Nigeria, or the nearest UAE Visa Centre if residing abroad.
    • Submit the required documents along with the visa application form.

  4. Payment of Visa Fee:

    • Pay the visa fee using a credit card at the UAE Visa Centre. For Nigerians residing abroad, payment can be made at the nearest UAE Visa Centre.

Requirements for UAE Visa:

  1. Document Verification Number (DVN): A valid DVN confirming the authenticity of your submitted documents.
  2. Proof of Bank Account: A six-month bank statement showing a minimum balance of $10,000 USD.
  3. Round-Trip Flight Tickets: Evidence of booked round-trip flight tickets.
  4. Hotel Booking: Proof of a confirmed and paid hotel booking.
  5. Visa Fee Payment: The visa fee must be paid by credit card at the UAE Visa Centre in Abuja or at the nearest UAE Visa Centre if residing abroad.

Additional Notes:

  • The DVN is valid for 14 days from the date of issuance or until the visa application is processed by the visa application department, whichever comes first.
  • Ensure all documents are genuine and up-to-date to avoid any delays or rejections in the visa application process.

By following these steps and meeting the requirements, Nigerian passport holders can successfully apply for a UAE visa.