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    COVID-19: Want to waive visa overstay fines before leaving the UAE? Follow these steps

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    COVID-19: Want to waive visa overstay fines before leaving the UAE? Follow these steps

    All the latest UAE visa announcements and decisions you need to be aware of


    Published:  June 11, 2020 16:28 Last updated:  June 18, 2020 12:43 Huda Tabrez, Senior News Editor

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    What is the process of applying for a fine waiver if you plan to leave the UAE? Image Credit: Gulf News
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    Read about Major General Saeed Rakan Al Rashidi's virtual conference here: https://gulfnews.com/1.71931881 Image Credit: Gulf News
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    There are some basic steps that need to be followed in order exit the UAE during the amnesty. Image Credit: Gulf News
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    What is the amnesty and who can benefit from the fine waiver? Image Credit: Gulf News
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    If you have a UAE visa, which expired before March 1, you can exit the country without paying fines. The amnesty also applies to visa law violators, if the violation took place before March 1. Image Credit: Gulf News
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    During the grace period from May 18 to August 18, people falling under these categories will be able to exit the UAE without paying any fines. Image Credit: Gulf News
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    What is the process to follow? Image Credit: Gulf News
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    1. Buy a one-way ticket Image Credit: Gulf News
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    Picture used for illustrative purposes only. Image Credit: Gulf News
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    Residence visa holders simply need to reach the airport with their ticket and passports to exit the country. Image Credit: Gulf News
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    Visit our tourist visa holders would need to follow a different process. Image Credit: Gulf News
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    In Dubai, you need to report to a checking station 48 hours before departure. Image Credit: Gulf News
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    There are three checking stations near Dubai International Airport (DXB) Image Credit: Gulf News
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    Location of checking stations in Dubai. Image Credit: Gulf News
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    People under 15 years of age or people of determination are exempted from this step. Image Credit: Gulf News
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    How soon shoud you arrive at the airport when leaving the UAE? Image Credit:
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    At Dubai Airport online ticket holders will be allowed to enter the terminal building. Also, if they reach more than four hours before their departure time, they will not be allowed to access the terminal building. Image Credit:
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    Remember to wear your masks and gloves. Image Credit:
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    In Abu Dhabi, Sharjah and Ras Al Khaimah, you will need to arrive at the airport six hours before departure. Image Credit: Gulf News
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    Special helpline for people planning to exit the UAE during the amnesty - 800 453. Image Credit: Gulf News
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    What are some other visa announcements that you should know? Image Credit: Gulf News
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    If your UAE visa expired after March 1, it has been extended until December 31, 2020. Image Credit: Gulf News
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    Read our detailed guide to find out how you can check the validity of your visa here: gulfnews.com/1.1590411070134 Image Credit: Gulf News
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    Even if you are currently outside the UAE, if your UAE residence visa expired after March 1, it has been extended until December 31, 2020. Image Credit:
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    Cancelled UAE visa and you want to exit the UAE - avail of the three-month amnesty announced by UAE authorities. Image Credit: Gulf News
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    Cancelled UAE visa and you want to stay for longer in the UAE - these are your options: gulfnews.com/1.1591455488341 Image Credit: Gulf News
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