President Bola Tinubu has ordered relevant agencies to promptly resolve the concerns raised by the United States and the United Arab Emirates over recent visa policy changes for Nigerian travelers, NaijNaira can report.
In a follow-up statement shared by Tinubu’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the US visa changes—reported by the US State Department on July 8—stemmed from two main concerns: frequent overstays by Nigerian citizens and the difficulty in verifying applicant records.
According to the report by The Nation, the US government has now limited most non-diplomatic, non-immigrant Nigerian visas to single entry with a validity of just three months, replacing the earlier multi-entry five-year policy.
Washington explained the changes fall under its global visa reciprocity program, which routinely adjusts policies based on mutual agreements.
The UAE has also placed restrictions, including a halt to transit visas and new entry requirements for Nigerians between 18 and 45.
Applicants aged 45+ must now show a six-month bank statement with a $10,000 monthly balance.
Tinubu urged Nigerians to respect immigration laws abroad, while directing MDAs to ensure compliance with international commitments.
He affirmed that diplomatic discussions with the UAE remain open, with visa processes ongoing.
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