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Updated October 2024

Key takeaways 
  • The UAE out pass is for individuals without a valid visa or those who lost their passports.
  • Apply online through GDRFA/ICP or offline at AMER centers.
  • Fees range from AED 200 to AED 241, depending on the application method.

What is the UAE out pass?

The UAE and Dubai out pass is an exit permit that facilitates foreigners who intend to leave the country and do not possess a valid UAE visa because it has either expired or been canceled/rejected. Individuals who have lost their UAE passports also require the UAE and Dubai out pass. 

Generally, individuals holding the out pass/exit or departure permit are expected to leave the country as soon as they have acquired it. However, the UAE government has graciously extended the validity of the 14-day exit pass for individuals who have benefited from the visa amnesty program until 31 October 2024.

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How to apply for the UAE out pass?

Documents required 

The following documents are required for the various UAE and Dubai out pass/exit permits:

Violator of an entry permit or residency visa

  • Original and copy of the passport of the person concerned
  • A copy of the travel ticket
  • Two personal photos of the sponsored person

Lost passport

  • Sponsored passport or travel document from the embassy or consulate
  • Loss letter from the police
  • A copy of the travel ticket
  • Two personal photos of the sponsored person

Newborn

  • Original and copy of the mother’s and father’s passports
  • The child’s passport or travel document from the embassy or consulate
  • Original and copy of the child’s birth certificate
  • A letter from the father stating to issue an exit permit for the child
  • A copy of the travel ticket
  • Two personal photos of the child

Violators and registration of eye-print:

  • Original and copy of the passport of the person concerned
  • A copy of the travel ticket
  • Two personal photos of the sponsored person

Application process 

You can apply for the UAE and Dubai out pass or exit permit online or offline in the following ways: 

Online

Through the GDRFA website

  • Login to the GDFRA-d portal 
  • Register a new user account (in case there is no account)
  • Select the required service
  • Attach the required documents
  • Pay the fees due for the service
  • Submit the application
  • Receive the notification of approval

Through ICP website 

  • Go to the ICP website
  • Log in to your UAE Pass account or create a new one if you have none.
  • Submit a request and attach the service requirements
  • Pay the fees and financial guarantees, if any
  • Submit the application

Offline

Through AMER center

  • Head to one of AMER’s service centers
  • Select the required service at the receptionist
  • Submit the necessary documents to the service employee
    • Get your documents verified 
  • Pay the fees due for the service
  • Submit the application

The UAE and Dubai out pass is processed in approximately 48 hours. However, it is advisable to apply well prior to your departure just in case the processing takes longer than expected.

Price

The UAE and Dubai out pass fee/exit permit is as follows: 

  • General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs-Dubai (GDRFA-D) — AED 241
  •  Identity, Citizenship, Customs & Ports Security (ICP) – 
    • Request fee – AED 200
    • Electronic Services – AED 150 
  • Commercial banks – AED 20
  • AMER centers – AED 100

 

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