United Arab Emirates Embassy and Consulates in Nigeria
United Arab Emirates Embassy in Abuja, Nigeria
Holidays to be Observed in 2026
The Embassies and Consulates of United Arab Emirates may close on the following Nigerian and UAE holidays in 2026:
| Holiday | Date | Counting down |
|---|---|---|
| Id el Fitr additional holiday | Saturday, March 21 | 0 minutes |
| Good Friday | Friday, April 03 | 1 week, 5 days |
| Holy Saturday | Saturday, April 04 | 1 week, 6 days |
| Easter Sunday | Sunday, April 05 | 2 weeks |
| Easter Monday | Monday, April 06 | 2 weeks, 1 day |
| Workers' Day | Friday, May 01 | 1 month, 1 week |
| Children's Day | Wednesday, May 27 | 2 months |
| Id el Kabir additional holiday | Thursday, May 28 | 2 months |
| Democracy Day | Friday, June 12 | 2 months, 3 weeks |
| Al-Hijra | Wednesday, June 17 | 2 months, 3 weeks |
| Father's Day | Sunday, June 21 | 2 months, 4 weeks |
1. How many UAE Embassies/Consulates are there in Nigeria?
United Arab Emirates currently maintains 1 diplomatic representative office in Nigeria including and Abuja.
2 - Do Nigerian citizens need a visa for United Arab Emirates?
Nigerian citizens are required to obtain a valid visa in order to be allowed entry into United Arab Emirates. Kindly contact the nearest embassies or consulates of United Arab Emirates in Nigeria for further instructions.
3- What is the Holiday Calendar of UAE embassies in Nigeria?
The UAE representative offices in Nigeria will be closed in observance of the following Nigerian and UAE holidays in 2026/2024:
- Id el Fitr additional holiday (NG) Sat, Mar 21, 2026 (0 minutes)
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Time in United Arab Emirates vs Nigeria
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates time is 3:00 hours ahead of Abuja, Nigeria