The United Arab Emirates Immigration authorities have reportedly announced a blanket visa ban on Nigerians, adding that all submitted applications are rejected and fees not to be refunded.
The announcement was reportedly made on Friday through a notice issued to its trade partners in Nigeria including travel agencies.
Although no reason was given for the ban, the Dubai authorities reportedly declared that all applications are now on-hold until issues between the UAE and the government of Nigeria, are resolved.
The latest decision by the UAE immigration authorities is for all Nigerians seeking 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 read.