Who did the UAE overstay fine waiver cover?
After regional airspace closures and flight suspensions from 28 February 2026, ICP waived overstay fines in March for people who could not leave the UAE. The measure covered visa holders, people with departure permits and residents whose permits had been cancelled. It applied only to people whose delay was caused by the disruption, not to ordinary overstays.
What was the final 30-day window?
ICP later cancelled the waiver and gave a final grace period from 10 June to 9 July 2026. During that time, people who had relied on the exemption and were still in the country could regularise their immigration status or leave without paying overstay fines.
| Category | Detail |
|---|---|
| Eligible | People previously exempted from overstay fines because of the regional flight disruptions |
| Window | 10 June to 9 July 2026 |
| Options | Regularise visa status through the proper route, or leave the UAE |
What does it mean now?
The window was described as final. The waiver and grace period have ended, and standard overstay penalties apply to anyone who stayed on without regularising. See what applies now that the waiver has ended and our guide to the UAE overstay fine for how fines are calculated and paid. The earlier announcement is covered in the original waiver report.
