If you’re staying in the UAE, it’s important to keep your visa status updated to avoid accumulating overstay fines, which now amount to AED 50 per day. Whether you’re on a visit visa or a residence visa, overstaying can result in hefty penalties.
Tourists on a visit visa are no longer granted a grace period after their visa expires. This means you must either extend your visa or leave the UAE promptly to avoid incurring overstay fines.
Understanding how to check your visa fine is essential for avoiding any unnecessary costs. In this guide, I’ll walk you through the process of checking visa fines in Dubai and the UAE, covering multiple options to ensure you’re fully informed on managing your visa status.
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Step by Step Guide to Check Cancelled Visa Overstay Fine
There are 2 simple methods to check overstay fine in the UAE for residence visa or tourist visa. I will also share screenshots from my laptop screen and cellphone, so you can easily follow each step to check visa fine.
Method 01: Check & Pay Visit Visa Overstay Fine by ICP Website
If you want to check Dubai visit visa fine check online then ICP website is a simple way for you.
Go you ICP website by clicking on the link.
Click on the “Public Service” in the menu.
Scroll down and click on the “Fines & Leave Permit” button.
Choose the option “FINES – PAY FINES – VIOLATIONS OF ENTRY PERMISSIONS OR RESIDENCES – PAY NEW FINE” and click on the “Start Service” button.
Now you have to 2 options to check visa fine:
- File Number
- Citizens of Certain Countries
If you choose “File Number” you need to enter the following information in the boxes.
- Department: Select the department responsible for handling your visa.
- Year: Input the year associated with your visa file.
- Service: Choose the type of service related to your visa (e.g., renewal, new application).
- Sequence: Enter any sequence number if provided.
- Date of Birth: Enter your date of birth in the format dd/MM/yyyy.
- Current Nationality: Select your current nationality from the list.
If you choose the “Citizens of Certain Countries” option, you need to enter the following information in the relevant boxes.
- Passport Number: Enter your passport number here.
- Passport Type: Select the type of passport you hold from the dropdown menu.
- Date of Birth: Enter your date of birth in the format dd/MM/yyyy (day/month/year).
- Current Nationality: Choose your current nationality from the dropdown list.
Now click on the box “I’m not a robot” and press the “Search” button.
You will see the details of your overstay fine in UAE for visit visa on your screen and pay the fine right on the spot.
Method 02: Check Visit Visa Overstay Fine in Dubai by GDRFA website
GDRFA website provides you multiple options to check your visit visa overstay fine in Dubai or other cities in UAE.
Check Visa Overstay Fine Using File Number
To check your visa overstay fine using your file number, follow these simple steps:
- Go to GDRFA website by clicking on the link: https://gdrfad.gov.ae/en/fines-inquiry-service
- Search Type: Select the file number.
- File Type: Choose whether you are searching for a Resident or Permit file.
- Place of Issue: Select the place where your visa was issued from the dropdown menu.
- File Number: Enter your file number in the designated field.
- Date of Birth: Provide your date of birth. Enter the Day, Month, and Year in the respective fields to verify your identity.
- Gender: Choose your gender by selecting either Male or Female.
- Security Check: Complete the security check by following the provided instructions to verify that you are not a robot.
- Click on the “Submit” button.
You can see the details of the visa fine on your screen and proceed with the payment.
Check & Pay Visa Expiry Fine by UDB Number
To check and pay your overstay fine for visit visa using your UDB number, follow these easy steps:
- UDB Number: Enter your UDB Number in the provided field.
- Date of Birth: Fill in your date of birth by entering the Day, Month, and Year in the respective fields.
- Gender: Select your gender by clicking either Male or Female.
- Security Check: Complete the security check to confirm that you’re a real person.
- Click on the “submit” button.
You can view your visa fine details on the screen and continue with the payment process.
Check Fine for Overstaying Cancelled Visa in UAE by Passport
Here are simple steps to help you understand and fill out the form for checking visa fines in the UAE using your passport details:
Enter your passport number in the field provided.
Select your nationality from the dropdown menu.
Date of Birth:
- Day: Choose the day you were born.
- Month: Select your birth month.
- Year: Enter the year you were born.
Choose your gender by selecting either “Male” or “Female.”
Complete the security check to verify you’re not a robot and click on submit button.
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I check my visit visa fine in UAE?
You can check your visit visa fine in the UAE through two methods:
Visit the ICP (Immigration and Citizenship Portal) website and follow the steps under “Fines & Leave Permit” to check using your file number or passport.
Use the GDRFA (General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs) website to check your fine using your file number or UDB number.
How much is the fine for a visa in UAE?
The overstay fine in the UAE is AED 50 per day for visit visa holders. It is essential to keep your visa status updated to avoid these penalties.
How many days can I stay in UAE after visit visa expiry?
As of the recent regulations, tourists on a visit visa are no longer granted a grace period after their visa expires. You must either extend your visa or exit the country promptly to avoid fines.
Can I pay my overstay fine at the airport?
Yes, you can pay your overstay fine at Dubai airports while exiting the country, provided your overstay is less than 30 days. Alternatively, you can pay the fine at the GDRFA-D headquarters.