Overstay and status issues — country-specific referral

Who this pathway suits

Individuals with accrued visa overstay fines or canceled residence permits seeking status regularisation or clean exit.

Eligibility at a glance

• UAE: Overstay fines unified at AED 50 per day; fee waivers available under formal humanitarian petitions or government amnesty windows
• Managing exit permits, fine settlements, and preventing administrative blacklisting

How the process works

1. Audit total accrued overstay fines via ICP or GDRFA fine inquiry portals
2. Apply for fine reduction / waiver (Isti'haf) or obtain Out-Pass (departure permit)
3. Regularise status onto a new visa or execute clean voluntary departure without entry bans

Documents you will typically need

• Passports, canceled visa copies, flight tickets, medical or financial hardship evidence

What to keep in mind

Clearing fines through official channels prevents the imposition of automated entry bans across the GCC.