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UAE Amnesty 2024: Final Days to Regularise Visa Status – Complete Guide

Last chance for UAE visa violators to benefit from the 2024 amnesty programme. Learn about fee waivers, exit permits, and how to apply before October 31 deadline.

Vadim Kouznetsov

29th Oct 2024

2–3 minutes

illegal residents UAE, uae visa violations

Time is running out for UAE visa violators to benefit from the comprehensive amnesty programme. With the October 31, 2024 deadline approaching, here’s what you need to know about this final opportunity.

Programme Overview

The Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security (ICP) confirms:

Programme duration: September 1 – October 31, 2024
No extension planned
Thousands already benefited

Key Benefits

1. Family Support Measures

Mothers can now sponsor children
Transfer of residency from father to employed mother
Family exit permits available without fees

2. Financial Relief

All these fines are waived:

Administrative penalties for illegal stay
Establishment card charges
Identity card fees
MOHRE contract violation penalties
Contract renewal violation fees

3. Health Insurance Benefits

Abu Dhabi Department of Health waives late fees
No penalties for expired health insurance

4. Enhanced Exit Permit Features

Recent improvements include:

Extended validity until October 31
Reduced passport validity requirement (one month)
Simplified application process

How to Apply

Contact options:

ICP Call Centre: 600 522222
Website Chat: icp.gov.ae
Amer Centre (Dubai): 800 5111
MOHRE Support: 600590000

Document Requirements

Essential paperwork:

Passport (minimum one-month validity)
Emirates ID (if available)
Previous visa documentation
Proof of travel (for exit permits)

Employment Opportunities

The programme offers:

Job placement support
Business recruitment facilities
Workplace regularisation options

Important Deadlines

Mark these dates:

Last day for applications: October 31, 2024
No grace period after deadline
Processing continues until final day

Application Steps

Contact ICP through official channels
Submit required documentation
Choose between:
- Status regularisation
- Exit permit application
Complete process before deadline

After Amnesty

Remember:

Regular visa rules resume
Standard fees apply
Immigration penalties return

Additional Support

Available resources:

Dedicated help desks
Multi-language support
Community assistance centres
Business recruitment stations

Next Steps

Act now:

Review your status
Gather documents
Contact authorities
Complete application
Secure your legal status

For urgent assistance, contact the nearest ICP office or official support channels.

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