COVID-19: Stuck outside the UAE? Residents should register here

Authorities have launched an initiative to bring back 200,000 residents to the UAE

Published: May 19, 2020 13:40 Last updated: June 14, 2020 16:11 Huda Tabrez, Senior News Editor

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UAE residents who are stuck outside the UAE can register with the Federal Authority for Identity and Citizenship (ICA). Image Credit:

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Read all about the announcement by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (MoFAIC) and ICA here: https://gulfnews.com/1.1591882067347 Image Credit:

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If you are stranded outside the UAE, you need to fill out the form on the ICA website. Image Credit:

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To access the form, visit: https://smartservices.ica.gov.ae/echannels/web/client/guest/index.html#/issueResidentEntryPermission/request/708/step1?administrativeRegionId=1&withException=false Image Credit: Gulf News

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Make sure you do not book flights without receiving an approval from the concerned authorities. As approvals may take time, it is best to book tickets once you receive an approval number. Picture used for illustrative purposes only. Image Credit: Gulf News

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The online form is available here: https://beta.smartservices.ica.gov.ae/echannels/web/client/guest/index.html#/issueResidentEntryPermission/request/708/step1?administrativeRegionId=1&withException=false Image Credit: Gulf News

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Step 1: Fill in the application form. Picture used for illustrative purposes only. Image Credit: Gulf News

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The entry for your name in Arabic will automatically be filled in as long as you have provided the correct information earlier. Image Credit: Gulf News

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Step 2: Upload documents Image Credit: Gulf News

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You need to have digital copies of your passport and visa copy, your passport sized photograph and proof of your visit outside the UAE. Picture used for illustrative purposes only. Image Credit: Gulf News

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Make sure the files are in the correct size and format. Picture used for illustrative purposes only. Image Credit: Gulf News

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If your application gets stuck due to a glitch, refresh the application using the draft number you will receive. Picture used for illustrative purposes only. Image Credit: Gulf News

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There are no fees charged for this application. Picture used for illustrative purposes only. Image Credit: Gulf News

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Step 3: Review application and submit. Picture used for illustrative purposes only. Image Credit: Gulf News

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Once you have completed your application, you will receive a tracking number. You simply need to wait for your approval to come through. Picture used for illustrative purposes only. Image Credit: Gulf News

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Having trouble submitting the application? Reach out to ICA on +971600522222. Picture used for illustrative purposes only. Image Credit: Gulf News

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When can I fly back to the UAE? Flights have resumed limited operations. Picture used for illustrative purposes only. Image Credit: Gulf News

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Picture used for illustrative purposes only. Image Credit: Gulf News

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