COVID-19: Expired UAE residence visa – grace period clarified

Amer centres: Not everyone has to renew expired residence visa by October 12

Last updated: July 16, 2020 | 18:57

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How does the amendment of visa decisions affect you? UPDATE: Amer centres clarified on July 15, that the grace period rules have been updated. Read the latest update here: https://gulfnews.com/1.1594826204142

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Amer centres clarified the application of the three-month grace peiod.

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Your grace period will depend on the date of your visa expiry.

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Depending on when you can start applying for renewal, your grace period would vary.

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For visas expired from March 1-April: Start applying from July 12.

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Grace period ends: October 12

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For visas expired from May 1-June: Start applying from August 10.

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Grace period ends: November 10

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For visas expired from July 1- July 11: Start applying from September 10.

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Grace period ends: December 10

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Grace period for all visit and tourist visa ends August 12.

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You can apply for a new visa or leave the country before this date to avoid paying any overstay fines.

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