AVIATIONUAE 30‑day Grace Period Ends, Overstay Fine Resumes

UAE Ends Emergency Visa Grace, Travelers Must Exit or Regularise

The Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security (ICP) ended the emergency 30‑day visa grace period on 9 July 2026.

Who is affected

The change targets international visitors who were left in the UAE after recent regional airspace closures and flight cancellations.

Stranded travellers now have two options: leave the country or regularise their visa status. Staying beyond the deadline without taking either step triggers the standard overstay regime, which includes a fine and possible legal or travel restrictions.

Penalty

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Q: When does the emergency visa grace period end?

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The grace period ended on 9 July 2026.

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Q: What penalty applies if a stranded visitor stays after the deadline without regularising?

They face a standard overstay fine of AED 50 per day and may encounter legal or travel consequences.

Q: Which authority announced the end of the grace period?

The Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security (ICP) made the announcement.