Authorities in the United Arab Emirates announced big relief for those staying in the country illegally Residency Amnesty Process, as new jobs are being offered under 60-day scheme.
The amnesty was no less another lifeline for expats living in the country with expired visas. GDRFA, the government agency that regulates residency of expats, is overseing amnesty program, is helping people fix their status to live and work legally or leave Middle Eastern nation without paying penalty.
Amnesty for UAE Residency Violators
Expired Residency Permit | Action |
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Switch Employers | New employer applies for a new work permit. |
Stay with Current Employer | Current employer requests residency renewal. |
For Visa Violators
Overstayed Visa | Action |
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Work for a New Employer | New employer requests a work permit. |
Leave the Country | Request an Exit Permit to exit the UAE. |
Expired Work Permits
Expired Residency and Work Permits | Action |
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Stay with Current Employer | Employer can renew your work permit, resolving any previous complaints during the process. |
Switch Employers | New employer can apply for a work permit for you. |
In case of expiry of both residency and work permits
Situation | Details |
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Stay with Current Employer | Your employer can renew your work permit. If there was a previous complaint about you leaving your job, it can be resolved during this process. |
Switch | Your new employer can apply for a work permit for you. |
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