How to Quickly and Easily Check Your UAE Visa Status Online Using Passport Details

Whether you are a UAE resident needing to renew your visa or planning a trip to the UAE for work, business, or leisure, you can easily verify your visa status online.

Types of Visas in the UAE

The UAE offers various visas for foreigners to visit, work and live in the country. Short-term visas are available for visitors and range from one month to six months, depending on the purpose of the visit.

Work visas sponsored by employers typically expire in two years, while self-sponsored remote work visas require annual renewal. Special green, blue and golden visas, which are self-sponsored, are valid for five to ten years.

Checking Existing Residence Visas or Entry Permits

For visas or entry permits issued in Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ajman, Umm Al Quwain, Ras Al Khaimah, or Fujairah, you can check your status on the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security (ICP) website:

* Visit the 'Public Services' dashboard and click on 'File Validity' at the top right.

* Select the 'Passport' option and enter your passport number and expiry date.

* Choose the type of visa you have: 'Residency' or 'Visa' for non-residents or visitors.

Dubai Visas

For Dubai-issued residence visas, use the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs – Dubai (GDRFA) website:

* Go to the homepage and click on 'Visa Status' to access the tracking service.

* Enter your UAE visa file number, first name and date of birth.

The visa file number can be found on the visa sticker in your passport. If your passport does not have the sticker, you can download or print a digital version of this document.

Checking Visa Application Status

If your visa application is still pending, you can check the status using the application reference details.

For applications in Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ajman, Umm Al Quwain, Ras Al Khaimah, or Fujairah, use the ICP website:

* Go to the 'Public Services' dashboard and select 'Application Tracking'.

* Enter the email address used for the application and the request number.
For Dubai visa applications, use the GDRFA website:

* Use the status-tracking service and enter the application reference, transaction number and payment date.

If your visa request was processed through a service provider or prospective employer, you can check the status with the provided details.

Fines for Overstaying

The UAE has standardised fines for expired tourist and residency visas. A fine of Dh50 per day is imposed for overstaying.

The new system has unified the amount of overstay fines to Dh50 ($13) per day for any type of visa violator.

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