Nigerians in the United Arab Emirates

Nigerians in the UAE
النيجيريون في الإمارات العربية المتحدة
Total population
50,000–100,000 (2024 estimate)
Regions with significant populations
Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah
Languages
English (Nigerian English), Igbo, Hausa, Yoruba and other languages of Nigeria; Arabic
Religion
Predominantly Christianity and Islam

Nigerians in the United Arab Emirates (Arabic: النيجيريون في الإمارات العربية المتحدة) are individuals who were born in the Federal Republic of Nigeria or hold Nigerian nationality and currently reside in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). They form a diverse community, including professionals, students, and businesspeople, and contribute to the social, cultural, and economic life of the country. The United Arab Emirates has become an attractive destination for Nigerian migrants due to its employment opportunities and relatively high standard of living. Many Nigerians are drawn to the country by job prospects in sectors such as hospitality, technology, finance, and trade, as well as the ability to earn higher wages compared to those available in Nigeria. By 2024, the number of Nigerian residents in the UAE was estimated to be between 50,000 and 100,000.

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