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Dubai Visit Visa Extension: Key Rules Travellers Must Know
Visitors in the UAE can extend their tourist visas without leaving the country — but there are strict rules on extension limits, fees, and overstay penalties every traveller should know before their visa expires.
9 Mar 2026
UAE Visa Overstay Fines Waived After Airspace Closure
The UAE has waived visa overstay fines for travellers unable to leave the country due to the airspace closure that began on 28 February 2026. The Federal Authority for Identity and Citizenship, Customs and Ports Security (ICP) confirmed the exemption applies to visit visas
5 Mar 2026
UAE Tourist Visa Extension 2026: Extend Without Exit
Tourists already inside the UAE can extend their visit or tourist visa twice — each for 30 days — without exiting the country. The fully online process covers 30-day, 60-day, and 90-day visa holders. Here is everything you need to know about eligibility, fees, required
29 Dec 2025
UAE New Visit Visa Categories 2025: Full Guide
The UAE introduced four new visit visa categories in 2025 — covering AI specialists, artists, event attendees, and cruise tourists. Here is the complete breakdown of eligibility, requirements, and sponsorship income rules from the ICP.
24 Nov 2025
UAE Golden Visa Now Includes Consular Services Abroad
The UAE has unveiled landmark new benefits for Golden Visa holders, granting access to consular services abroad — including emergency evacuation, electronic return documents for lost passports, and a 24/7 hotline — privileges previously reserved for Emirati nationals.
15 Oct 2025
Abu Dhabi Hotels Roll Out Facial Recognition Check-In
Abu Dhabi's hotels are adopting facial recognition check-in technology developed jointly by DCT Abu Dhabi and ICP. The biometric system, piloted at five-star properties in Abu Dhabi, Al Ain, and Al Dhafra, encrypts guest identity data and eliminates traditional ID checks at the
2 May 2025
UAE Blue Visa: 10-Year Residency for Green Leaders
The UAE has launched the Blue Visa — a 10-year renewable residency for sustainability leaders and environmental professionals. Announced at the World Governments Summit 2025 in Dubai, the first phase granted permits to 20 global innovators. Here's everything you need to know
12 Feb 2025
UAE Visa Amnesty 2024: Woman Legal After 24 Years
A 40-year-old woman who had been living in Dubai unlawfully for over 24 years finally became a legal resident through the UAE Visa Amnesty 2024 program — a GDRFA initiative that waived fines and penalties for undocumented residents who regularized their status before December
28 Nov 2024
UAE Visa Amnesty 2024: Hope for Struggling Families
The UAE visa amnesty 2024 gave undocumented expat families a rare chance to clear overstay fines, resolve absconding cases, and regularise their stay — or leave without financial penalty. Real stories from Filipina mothers in Dubai show how the programme changed lives.
4 Sep 2024
20 Things Your Emirates ID Chip Knows About You
Your Emirates ID chip stores over 20 encrypted pieces of information — from biometric fingerprints to your sponsor's details. According to ICP, the card carries nine security features making it nearly impossible to fake. Here's the complete list of what's inside.
16 Jul 2024