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The Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs, and Port Security (ICP) in the UAE has recently announced a significant two-month grace period starting 1 September 2024 to allow individuals to rectify any violations in the residency system, Wego reports.
أصدرت الهيئة الاتحادية للهوية والجنسية والجمارك وأمن المنافذ قراراً بمنح مهلة لمخالفي نظام الإقامة لتسوية أوضاعهم ابتداءً من الأول من سبتمبر 2024 ولمدة شهرين، مع إعفائهم من الغرامات المالية المترتبة عليهم وتمكينهم من تعديل أوضاعهم، أو مغادرة الدولة بكل سهولة ويسر.
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— Identity, Citizenship, Customs & Port Security UAE (@UAEICP) August 1, 2024
The grace period is expected to offer individuals a much-needed opportunity to resolve their residency issues hassle-free. Residents who have overstayed their visas or otherwise violated residency regulations will be able to take advantage of this period to correct their status without the usual financial consequences associated with such breaches.
The ICP has indicated that detailed procedures for implementing this grace period will be announced soon. These procedures will outline the specific steps that residents need to follow to regularize their status or manage their departure.
The announcement underscores the ICP’s commitment to maintaining a fair and orderly residency system while providing practical solutions for individuals facing compliance challenges. As the grace period approaches, residents are advised to stay informed through official channels to ensure they are aware of the specific steps they need to take.
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