Ministry Of Foreign Affairs Clears Air On UAE Visa Restriction On Ghana

Rumours that the United Arab Emirates had imposed a visa ban on Ghana have been refuted by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration.

In a statement, the Ministry claims that it has not received any such contact from UAE officials and that the news should be ignored.

According to a Monday report by DW Africa, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has declared a visa restriction on citizens of 20 African nations wishing to travel to Dubai.

However, Amer Al-alwi, the UAE ambassador to Ghana, claimed in an interview with JoyNews' Samuel Mbura that the accusations are only unconfirmed rumours.

However, according to information obtained, the UAE may have modified the conditions for its visitor and tourist visas, according to the Ministry's statement.

"The 30-day entry visas have been put on hold with a 60-day multiple visa regime currently in force. Travellers to the UAE should secure a round-trip ticket and a hotel booking prior to the visa application," the statement explained.

The Ministry has advised everyone who travels to follow the new rules in this respect.

Below is the full statement: