Targeted Groups: The amnesty is available to a wide range of individuals, including residents whose visas have expired, visitors who have overstayed their visit visas, and children born in the UAE whose parents failed to apply for residency on their behalf. It also covers those who have absconded from their sponsors, though it excludes individuals who entered the country illegally.
Legal Pathway: The initiative offers a legal pathway for these individuals to resolve their status, either by regularizing their residency in the UAE or by facilitating their return to their home countries without facing legal repercussions.
Humanitarian Focus: The Head of the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs, and Ports Security, Maj Gen Suhail Saeed Al Khaili, emphasized that the program is designed to enhance the UAE’s position in the human rights sector. It is aimed at supporting individuals who have overstayed their visas, allowing them to either remain in the country with legal status or return home safely and with dignity.
Access and Implementation: The amnesty program is accessible at various locations across the UAE, making it easier for overstayers to take advantage of the opportunity to resolve their issues without the fear of penalties.
This initiative reflects the UAE’s commitment to addressing residency and visa overstay issues in a humane and structured manner, offering a second chance for individuals to comply with the country’s laws.
