UAE launches 15 updated services of visas and entry permits

Thursday, February 16, 2023

The Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security (ICP) of the United Arab Emirates on Wednesday announced 15 updated services for entry permits and visas that are now accessible through its smart channels.

ICP Director-General Major General Suhail Saeed Al Khaili stated that the updates made by the authority to the smart services system started on February 1, 2023. In order to better serve consumers and satisfy their requirements, and increase customer convenience, they incorporate all types of customers, including citizens, residents, and tourists.

The updated services are as follows:

• Issuance of group family visa for tourism, treatment, and patient companion, for single and multiple entries for a period of 60 days and 180 days.
• Exempting people of determination citizens from the requirement of fingerprinting when submitting applications for the issuance, renewal, and replacement of passports.
• Allowing visa extension for a period of 30 days for one time for holders of 90-day visas, and prohibiting residency visa renewal if its validity is for more than 6 months.
• Providing services for cancelling and amending visa data in the accounts of GCC citizens without Emirates ID.
• Allowing the extension of visit visa of a relative or friend for single or multiple entries for a period of 30, 60, and 90 days in the individual’s accounts.

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