GDRFA Dubai News – Visa, Residency & Immigration Updates

Explained: Dubai ties residency visa to traffic fines

Residency services now linked to Dubai Police traffic fines under GDRFA’s new system

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Dubai residents must clear traffic fines to renew visas.

Dubai GDRFA logs 52K video calls for permits, passports

Service enables residents to complete transactions remotely

Dubai GDRFA processes 52,000 instant video calls for residency, passport services

Lost your job in Dubai? Don’t overstay: GDRFA chief

Residents must leave the UAE and seek new jobs from overseas, says Al Marri

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Clear traffic fine to renew residence visa: GDRFA chief

Authorities note rising trend of residents evading payments

The GDRFA chief said the policy is not intended to burden residents but to ensure everyone respects the law.

GDRFA Dubai lauds Sheikh Mohammed for promoting staff

Sheikh Mohammed orders promotion of GDRFA staff in honour of their service to the nation

Dubai's GDRFA lauds Sheikh Mohammed for promoting its committed officers

Dubai launches training toolkit for Amer Centre staff

New program helps raise service quality and unify knowledge across centres

Brigadier General Khalaf Ahmed Al Ghaith, Assistant Director General for Entry and Residence Permits

GDRFA’s AI-powered systems impress Attorney General

Visit is part of a wider effort to build strong ties between Dubai’s public institutions

Dubai Attorney General tours GDRFA’s document examination center

This is the Dubai we want: GDRFA unveils new initiative

The booth, located in Terminal 3 Departures, is open daily from July 1 to 13, 2025

'This is the Dubai we want': GDRFA unveils 'Ideal Face 2' initiative

GDRFA launches smart treasure hunt at Dubai Hills Mall

Interactive event showcases GDRFA’s services with a fun, customer-first approach

Join GDRFA's interactive event at Dubai Hills Mall

GDRFA hosts major Eid Al Adha event for workers

Inclusive Eid celebration reflects Dubai’s commitment to its workforce

The General Directorate of Residency and Foreign Affairs (GDRFA) in Dubai.

World Bicycle Day: GDRFA Dubai hosts cycling event

Promoting a sustainable and healthy lifestyle in line with UAE Vision 2031

GDRFA Dubai hosts cycling event to mark World Bicycle Day

Eid holidays: GDRFA Dubai announces operating hours

Authority emphasises that its digital service platforms remain available around the clock

The continuity of services during the holiday reflects the Directorate’s commitment to offering a flexible and smart service environment that meets public expectations.

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