How to apply for Dubai visa from Nigeria in 2018
Millions of people dream to move to Dubai because the Arabian countries are well known for high salaries and beautiful metropolises. Even if you have no plans to work there, you might like to go to Dubai for sightseeing as a tourist. If you are not a citizen of the United Arab Emirates, you definitely need a visa to travel to Dubai. Learn how to apply for Dubai visa from Nigeria and what requirements you need to meet in 2018.
It is true that the beauty and mysterious attractiveness of Dubai have made it one of the world’s most go-to-see cities. Tourists from different countries aim to see this Arabian magic, and Nigerians also enjoy traveling to Dubai.
Unlike many other countries, Dubai visa requirements and application procedures are simple and quick. This city is waiting for businesspersons, tourists, and students from Nigeria all year round.
Dubai Visa from Nigeria
The Visa Center that issues Dubai visas is located in Lagos. It works 5 business days, Monday through Friday. Citizens who wish to travel abroad can visit the office from 8 am until 3 pm. This center is a quick way to get your visa if you are flying via Emirates Airlines.
There are 6 categories of Dubai visa you can apply for, however, three of them have been postponed til further notice.
2018 Dubai visa fee
- 96-hour single entry – 23,315 Naira
- Two week – 30,340 Naira
- Tourist – 30,340 Naira
- 90 days – 63,120 Naira (currently suspended)
- 30-day multi-entry – 60,780 Naira (currently suspended)
- 90-day multi-entry – 154,440 Naira (currently suspended)
There is also cancellation fee of 10,370 Naira and extra 500 Naira fee for payment facilitation and your financial institution collection charge that depends on the fees taken by the bank.
How to apply for Dubai visa from Nigeria
Let us describe to you the complete Dubai visa application process. You should make sure that you have all the papers ready, met the requirements and filled out the special visa form before you can go to the Application Center in Lagos and apply for UAE visa.
It is possible to send documents through online service or bring them in person, but you’ll have to pay the fees at Visa Application Center only and after you have booked a ticket to Dubai.
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Documents you’ll need:
- 4.3cm x 5.5 cm colored photographs on light (best white) background.
- Complete visa application form (completed in block letters).
- Valid Nigerian immigration password (for at least 3-6 months depending on your visa type).
- Photocopy of all your visas (current and the ones that have already expired).
- Copies of an ID card.
- Proof of two-way air tickets.
- Health insurance document.
- Financial statement from the bank.
- Hotel booking proof.
- Copy of tax file and business record for independent tourists.
- A note from your company that assures you have a short-time vacation and will get back to work after a trip.
- Invitation from relatives, friends or family from Dubai with their physical address, telephone, names and photocopy of UAE passport.
Dubai Visa requirements
The travel or tourist visa is a single-entry document lawful for 58 days from the date it was issued. It allows a traveler to stay in Dubai for 30 days. The visa has particular requirements:
- Visit for tourist purpose only
- Booked hotel proof
- Traveler should have a high profession with a proof attached to the documents
- Only for family visits (2 or more people)
- Not issued for a single tourist traveling alone
The 96-hour-visa is a type of visa that is perfect for Nigerians who are planning to spend in the UAE 1-3 days. Businesspersons are the ones who often apply for this Dubai visa which is legit for 30 days from the moment it was issued. The main requirement is to have onwards flight and destination.
The 14-day visa is a short-term document that cannot be extended. It allows spending two weeks in Dubai and is legit for two weeks from the moment it was issued. The list of requirements for this visa is as follows:
- Booked hotel proof
- Financial statement from Nigerian bank
- Profession proof or bank card (debit or credit)
Minor applicants have to be accompanied by parents or relatives. Only in this situation would their visa application will be reviewed.
Visa Application Center in Lagos is not the only place where you can apply for Dubai visa. Travel and tour companies can also help you get UAE visa. It usually takes 2-8 days to process your documents and issue the international visa if everything is ok with the copies and forms you have submitted.
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Source: Legit.ng
