We know you must have been hearing about the new Dubai visa rules for Nigerians wishing to visit the U.A.E.
Of course, the story was carried by the popular Nigerian blog, Linda Ikeji and many other news sites practically picked the story from there. Our readers and followers on our social media platforms have been sending messages and emails to confirm this news.
How True?
Yes, Dubai immigration has a new rule as
regards visa application. Visa will now be issued to applicants who are
40 years of age and above. In addition, applicants below 30 years will
have their applications accompanied by someone above 40 years, having
same surname; and they will be issued what is now called Service Visas.
Is this a new rule?
No. Dubai had an age limit for
applicants way before – 21 years old for men and 23 years old for women.
So you might be saying “I’ve been to Dubai several times and I was
below the age limit”. This simply means your agent processed your visa
as an underage and another application was made for someone to accompany
you. You apparently don’t have these details.
