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UAE Visa Centre in Beirut Opens for Tourism and Work Visas
The UAE is opening a new electronic visa issuance centre in Beirut, allowing applicants to process tourism, work, study and medical visas locally. Operated by the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security, the facility offers on-site biometrics
4 Feb 2026
UAE's 4 New Visit Visa Categories for 2025 Explained
The UAE launched four new visit visa categories in 2025 — for AI professionals, entertainers, event-goers, and cruise travelers. The ICP also expanded residency and sponsorship rules for widows, divorcees, and extended family. Here's what you need to know.
9 Dec 2025
UAE Visit Visa Minimum Salary Requirements Updated
The UAE has updated visit visa rules, linking sponsorship to monthly income. Residents must earn Dh4,000, Dh8,000, or Dh15,000 depending on their relationship to the visitor. Four new visa categories for AI, entertainment, events, and cruise/yacht professionals were also
18 Nov 2025
UAE Awards 16,456 Golden Visas to Education Sector
The UAE granted 16,456 Golden Visas to education sector professionals and students on UAE Education Day 2025, including 10,710 top high school graduates and 5,246 university graduates, reinforcing the country's position as a global education hub.
2 Mar 2025
UAE 180-Day Business Visa for Entrepreneurs
The UAE has launched the Business Opportunities Visa, offering global entrepreneurs and investors a flexible 180-day entry to explore economic opportunities. Issued by the ICP, it covers stay durations of 60, 90, or 120 days and requires a valid passport, UAE health insurance, a
19 Feb 2025
UAE Visa Amnesty Extended to December 31, 2024
The UAE has extended its visa amnesty to December 31, 2024 — the third and final extension — giving visa violators more time to regularise their residency or leave the country without facing fines or penalties before the new year.
1 Nov 2024
UAE Visa on Arrival for Indian Nationals: New Rules
The UAE has expanded visa-on-arrival eligibility for Indian nationals. Those holding valid tourist visas from the USA, UK, or EU can now enter the UAE for 14 days at AED 100, with renewal and 60-day options available under new ICP rules.
18 Oct 2024
UAE Visa Amnesty Deadline: No Extension After October 31
Federal authorities have confirmed the UAE visa amnesty deadline of October 31, 2024 is final and will not be extended. Overstayers must either legalise their status or obtain a penalty-free exit pass before the cutoff — or face strict enforcement beginning November 1.
9 Oct 2024
UAE Visa Amnesty: How to Apply and Get Help
The UAE visa amnesty program launched September 1, 2024 lets residents and visitors with expired visas regularize their status or leave the UAE — with all overstay fines waived and zero application fees at ICP and Amer centres nationwide.
29 Aug 2024
UAE Residence Visa Grace Period: 60-Day Amnesty
From September 1 to November 1, 2024, the UAE is offering a 60-day amnesty for expired residence visas. Residents can renew without hefty penalties or travel bans — here's what the grace period covers and what documents you need.
19 Aug 2024
UAE Visa Amnesty 2024 to Use AI for Faster Processing
The UAE government announced a two-month UAE visa amnesty 2024 starting September, targeting residents with expired documents. The ICP will leverage AI to streamline procedures and help overstayers regularise their status or depart without fines.
4 Aug 2024