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title: Niger visa for citizens of the United Arab Emirates
description: "Citizens of the United Arab Emirates can get a visa on arrival in Niger. Processing: On arrival. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# Niger visa for citizens of the United Arab Emirates

Citizens of the United Arab Emirates can get a visa on arrival in Niger.

*Not yet verified · last checked 2026-08-16. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

> Our latest check could not confirm these details against an official source, or found a conflict. Treat them as a starting point and confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you book.

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** Visa on Arrival
- **How to apply:** Get your visa at the border
- **Processing time:** On arrival
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required

## How to apply

1. **Arrive at Niger airport (e.g., Niamey)** — Proceed to the immigration desk designated for visa on arrival.
2. **Submit required documents** — Hand over passport, photo, onward ticket, hotel booking, yellow fever certificate, and completed arrival card.
3. **Pay visa fee in cash** — Pay the applicable visa fee (commonly in XOF, USD, or EUR). Ensure correct amount.
4. **Wait for visa issuance** — Immigration officer processes the visa and stamps the passport. This usually takes a few minutes.
5. **Receive entry stamp and proceed** — Collect your passport with the visa sticker/stamp and continue to baggage claim and customs.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport (at least 6 months validity)** (Identity): Must have at least two blank pages.
- **Passport-size photograph** (Identity): Recent, color, white background.
- **Return or onward ticket** (Travel): Proof of departure from Niger.
- **Hotel reservation or proof of accommodation** (Supporting): Booking confirmation for the entire stay.
- **Visa fee (cash in local currency or Euros/USD)** (Financial): Exact amount depends on nationality and duration; often ~100 USD equivalent.
- **Yellow fever vaccination certificate** (Supporting): Required for all arrivals; must be presented at immigration.
- **Completed arrival/departure card** (Supporting): Provided on board or at airport immigration.

## Good to know

- The change is not reflected in IATA Timatic, so travelers may be denied boarding by airlines.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Passport validity less than 6 months** — Ensure passport has at least 6 months remaining validity from the date of entry.
- **Missing or invalid onward/return ticket** — Have a confirmed onward or return ticket before travel.
- **No yellow fever vaccination certificate** — Obtain and carry the official Yellow Fever vaccination card.
- **Insufficient cash for visa fee** — Carry enough cash in XOF, USD, or EUR to cover the visa fee.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of the United Arab Emirates need a visa for Niger?

Citizens of the United Arab Emirates can get a visa on arrival in Niger. Visa type: Visa on Arrival.

### What documents do citizens of the United Arab Emirates need for Niger?

Valid passport (at least 6 months validity); Passport-size photograph; Return or onward ticket; Hotel reservation or proof of accommodation; Visa fee (cash in local currency or Euros/USD); Yellow fever vaccination certificate; and 1 more.

### How long must my passport be valid for Niger?

At least 6 months.

## More

- [Niger visa for every passport](/visa/niger)
- [Every destination for United Arab Emirates passport holders](/visa/passport/united-arab-emirates)