Archive · 24 Sep 2025
UAE Denies Visa Ban Reports for Bangladeshi Nationals
Some reports said that the UAE would stop giving visas to people from certain countries, including Bangladesh.
However, the Bangladesh ambassador in the UAE says this news is not true.
There hasn't been any official announcement from the UAE about this.
The reports suggested it would affect tourist and work visas, starting in 2026.
Many Bangladeshis live and work in the UAE, so these reports are significant.
No official UAE sources confirmed this.
The Bangladesh ambassador said that neither the embassy nor the consulate has received any information about this visa ban.
The consul general is discussing easier visa processes with UAE.
Reports claim the UAE is suspending tourist and work visas for citizens from several countries, including Bangladesh.
The Bangladesh Ambassador to the UAE dismissed these reports, stating they are false.
No official directive or confirmation of a ban has been issued by UAE authorities.
Approximately 0.84 to 1 million Bangladeshi nationals live in the UAE.
The Consul-General is negotiating to ease visa processes for Bangladeshis.
- Who
- United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Bangladesh
- What
- Reports of a UAE visa suspension
- When
- Unspecified in reports
- Where
- UAE
- Why
- Unclear; no official confirmation of reports
Social Media Reports
UAE and Bangladesh Officials
Validity of Visa Restrictions
Social Media Reports
Suggesting a visa suspension for specific nationalities, starting in 2026.
UAE and Bangladesh Officials
Denying the reports and stating that no official ban has been issued.
- Alleged Visa Ban
- Reported for citizens of nine countries including Bangladesh
- Affected Visa Types (as reported)
- Tourist and work visas
- Official Response
- No official directive or confirmation from UAE authorities
- Bangladesh Ambassador's Stance
- Reports are false; no ban issued
- Bangladeshi Population in UAE
- Approximately 0.84 to 1 million
- Consul-General's Statements
- Ongoing talks to ease visa processes
Sources
UAE temporarily halts tourist and work visa applications for 9 countries - World News
UAE suspends tourist and work visas for these nine countries amid 2026 visa strategy
UAE halts tourist, work visas for 9 countries over security, migration concerns: Reports
UAE visa update: Work and tourist visas suspended for THESE 9 countries under 2026 ban. What you should know
UAE temporarily halts visas for citizens from these 9 countries. Bangladesh on the list — Check details
