UAE Grace period for Residency Violations

The Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs, and Port Security (ICP) has announced a decision to grant a grace period for individuals violating residency regulations.

Effective September 1, 2024 and lasting for two months, violators will be exempt from any financial penalties in accordance with the Federal Law on the Entry and Residency of Foreigners.

The Authority will undertake all necessary measures to implement this initiative, including waiving fines and legal consequences, allowing violators to either adjust their status or leave the country with ease.

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