UAE overstay visa fines: How to reduce or waive penalties

Dubai: Visitors and UAE residents who overstay their visas are subject to a fine of Dh50 per day. However, resident visa holders benefit from a grace period after their permit expires, ranging from 30 days to six months, depending on their visa category. If they exceed this period, the daily fines begin to apply.

In certain exceptional circumstances, immigration authorities may waive fines on humanitarian grounds. According to experts who spoke to Gulf News, individuals can apply for an exemption from overstay fines, but the application process is thorough, and approval is solely at the discretion of the authorities.