United Arab EmiratesNigeria: Visa required

United Arab EmiratesNigeria

Do United Arab Emirates passport holders need a visa for Nigeria?

Visa required

Yes. United Arab Emirates passport holders need to obtain a visa in advance before travelling to Nigeria.

A visa must be obtained in advance, typically from an embassy or consulate, before travel.

Source: immigration.gov.ng (checked July 20, 2026).

RequirementVisa required

Maximum stayLength of stay varies

ScopeTourism, ordinary passport

Action before travelYes, arrange in advance

Data as of2026-10-19

Distance5,247 km, straight line (~6h 40m nonstop)

Visa-free access to Nigeria16 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Nigeria passport holders visiting United Arab Emirates: Visa required.

Visa-free alternatives near Nigeria

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Frequently asked questions

Do United Arab Emirates passport holders need a visa for Nigeria?

Yes. United Arab Emirates passport holders need to obtain a visa in advance before travelling to Nigeria.

How far is Nigeria from United Arab Emirates?

About 5,247 km in a straight line, roughly ~6h 40m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in Nigeria?

Nigerian naira (NGN).

What is the emergency number in Nigeria?

112 / 199.

What time zone is Nigeria in?

Lagos (UTC+1).

What is the nearest airport to Abuja?

Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV), about 25 km away.

How many countries can enter Nigeria without a visa?

16 of the 242 nationalities this site tracks can enter Nigeria visa-free, with a visa on arrival, or with an eTA.

What nearby countries can United Arab Emirates passport holders visit without a visa instead of Nigeria?

São Tomé and Príncipe, Liberia, Angola, Sierra Leone.

Visa rules change frequently and can depend on your specific circumstances. This site is compiled from public government sources and is provided for general information only. Always confirm requirements with the official immigration authority or a consulate of your destination before you travel.

About United Arab Emirates

The United Arab Emirates (UAE), also known simply as the Emirates, is a country in West Asia, situated at the eastern end of the Arabian Peninsula. It is a federal semi-constitutional monarchy made up of seven emirates, with Abu Dhabi serving as its national capital. The UAE borders Oman to the east and northeast, and Saudi Arabia to the south and southwest. It shares maritime borders with Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Iran in the Persian Gulf, and with Oman in the Gulf of Oman. In 2024, the UAE had an estimated population of over 11 million. Dubai is the country's largest city. Islam is the state religion. Arabic is the official language while English remains the most spoken language and the language of business.

CapitalAbu Dhabi

RegionWestern Asia

Population11.5M

Area83,600 km²

CurrencyUnited Arab Emirates dirham (1 USD ≈ 3.67 AED)

LanguagesArabic

Calling code+971

Drives on theright

TimezoneDubai (UTC+4)

Nearest airportZayed International Airport (AUH), 28 km

Emergency number112 / 997 / 998 / 999

UNESCO sites3

Income levelHigh income

GDP per capita$50,274 (2024)

Tourist arrivals8.1M (2020)

Climate in Abu Dhabi

Warmest July, coolest January, driest May, sunniest May. Best time to visit: November, December.

Monthly climate normals for Abu Dhabi, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	22.8°C	16.8°C	69mm	297h
February	24.2°C	17.5°C	3mm	298h
March	27.7°C	19.8°C	7mm	317h
April	34°C	24.4°C	3mm	303h
May	36.6°C	27.5°C	0mm	374h
June	37.8°C	30.4°C	0mm	370h
July	40.9°C	32.3°C	0mm	351h
August	38.9°C	32.6°C	0mm	336h
September	39.2°C	28.9°C	0mm	337h
October	34.1°C	26.4°C	0mm	337h
November	30°C	23.1°C	0mm	300h
December	25.4°C	19.7°C	0mm	308h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

The United Arab Emirates or simply the Emirates is a country rich in history and culture at the entrance to the Persian Gulf. Boasting attractions ranging from the glittering and cosmopolitan cities of Dubai and Abu Dhabi, to the vast and unforgiving desert landscapes of the Empty Quarter, it makes an easy starting point for travels in the Middle East.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Cultural Sites of Al Ain (Hafit, Hili, Bidaa Bint Saud and Oases Areas)
Jabal Al Fayah
Wadi Wurayah

Full source list on About.

About Nigeria

Nigeria, officially the Federal Republic of Nigeria, is a country in West Africa between the Sahel to the north and the Gulf of Guinea in the Atlantic Ocean to the south. It covers an area of 923,769 square kilometres (356,669 mi2). With a population of more than 242 million, it is the most populous country in Africa, and the world's sixth-most populous country. Nigeria borders Niger in the north, Chad in the northeast, Cameroon in the east, and Benin in the west. Nigeria is a federal republic comprising 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, where its capital, Abuja, is located. The largest city in Nigeria by population is Lagos, one of the largest metropolitan areas in the world and the second largest in Africa.

CapitalAbuja

RegionWestern Africa

Population237.5M

Area923,768 km²

CurrencyNigerian naira (1 USD ≈ 1331.62 NGN)

LanguagesEnglish

Calling code+234

Drives on theright

TimezoneLagos (UTC+1)

Nearest airportNnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV), 25 km

Emergency number112 / 199

UNESCO sites4

Income levelLower middle income

GDP per capita$1,224 (2025)

Tourist arrivals5.3M (2016)

Climate in Abuja

Warmest March, coolest August, driest January, sunniest December. Best time to visit: January, February, April, October, November, December.

Monthly climate normals for Abuja, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	33.6°C	20.5°C	0mm	340h
February	35.3°C	22.8°C	0mm	315h
March	34.9°C	24.1°C	4mm	304h
April	33.8°C	23.9°C	4mm	306h
May	31.9°C	23.2°C	62mm	285h
June	29.2°C	21.8°C	101mm	267h
July	26.7°C	20.9°C	245mm	215h
August	26.3°C	20.7°C	166mm	213h
September	27°C	20.8°C	298mm	196h
October	30.2°C	21.3°C	38mm	309h
November	32.7°C	22.7°C	0mm	327h
December	33.9°C	21.5°C	0mm	341h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

Nigeria is a large country in equatorial West Africa, the most populous country of the continent, with about 216 million people in 2022. Rich in diversity and landscapes, the country is home to more than 250 ethnic groups and 500 languages.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Osun-Osogbo Grove
Royal Palace Of Oba Of Benin
Sukur
Sukur Kingdom

Upcoming public holidays

November 1, 2026National Youth Day

December 25, 2026Christmas Day

December 28, 2026Boxing Day

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