COVID-19: Valid Dubai residence visa holders can return even after six months outside the UAE

Clarification on flights you can take, six-month rule and which airports you can fly to

Last updated: August 23, 2020 | 19:43

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If you are a valid Dubai residence visa holder, you can easily return to the UAE as long as flight operations have resumed to the UAE from the country in which you are in.

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Major General Al Marri answered frequently asked questions related to Dubai immigration during COVID-19.

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Find out the requirement for a GDRFA approval here: https://gulfnews.com/1.1597730774244

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Your flight options are not limited to Dubai flight operators.

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Any flight operating to Dubai can be used.

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The video was part of Dubai Media Office's #AskDXBOfficial campaign. Read more here: https://gulfnews.com/1.73208296

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You can also take a flight to Abu Dhabi and Sharjah airports.

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You will need to wait for airports to start operations in the country you are in and then apply for the GDRFA approval.

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Even if you have been outside the UAE for over six months, you can return if your visa is valid.

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