Overstaying your visit in the UAE can result in a fine of Dh50 per day, whether you hold a residence visa or a visit visa.
Many visitors unknowingly overstay their visit in the UAE due to the recent removal of the grace period, travel agents report. Overstaying can result in a fine of Dh50 per day, whether on a residence or visit visa.
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To clear these fines, follow these six steps:
- Visit the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs & Port Security website and click on ‘Fines and Leave Permits’ on the home page.
- On the next page, click ‘Start Service’ under ‘Fines – Pay Fines – Violations of Entry Permissions or Residences – Pay New Fine’.
- Fill out the required fields if you were on a residence visa. If not, click on ‘citizens of certain countries’ and complete the form.
- Click ‘Verify Applicant’ and ‘Next’ to proceed.
- Review and confirm all relevant details on the next page.
- Pay the fine amount on the final page, and you will receive confirmation of the transaction.
