How to Check Residence Visa Status in the UAE in 2026

To check your UAE residence visa validity status in 2025, you can use official online portals and another several methods.

UAE Residence Visa Validity Check

ICP Smart Services (For All Emirates, except Dubai)

• Visit the ICP Smart Services website.
• Go to "Services" → "Public Services".
• Select "File Validity" or "Visa Status Inquiry".
• Enter your details: file number (from visa/entry permit) or Emirates ID number, passport number and nationality, date of birth.
• Click "Search" to view your visa status, expiry date, and other details.

GDRFA Dubai (For Dubai Visas)

• Visit the GDRFA Dubai website (gdrfad.gov.ae).
• Go to "E-Services" and select "Residence Validity".
• Enter your visa file number, first name, nationality, and date of birth.
• Click "Submit" to see your Dubai visa status instantly.

Mobile Apps

Use the UAEICP app (Google Play Store / App Store) for all Emirates (except Dubai) or the GDRFA Dubai app (Google Play Store / App Store) for Dubai-issued visas. These apps allow quick visa status checks using your Emirates ID or passport details.

UAE PASS App

This national digital ID app lets you access visa status and other government services with a single login.

Customer Service

If online options are unavailable, contact ICP at 600-522-222 or GDRFA Dubai at 800-5111 for assistance. Required details: passport number and nationality, file number (if available), Emirates ID number (if issued), date of birth.

Passport Validity to Enter the UAE with Residence Visa

To enter the UAE with a residence visa, your passport must be valid for at least 3 months from the date of your arrival in the UAE. This is a specific requirement for residents, as opposed to visitors, who need a passport valid for at least 6 months.

Passport Validity for UAE Residence Visa Renewal

If you are applying for or renewing a UAE residence visa, your passport should generally have a validity of more than 6 months at the time of application to ensure smooth processing and avoid any issues with visa issuance or renewal.

How to Check if My UAE Residence Visa is Cancelled

To check if your UAE residence visa is cancelled, follow these steps:

• Visit the official ICP Smart Services website (icp.gov.ae).
• Navigate to "Public Visa Services" and select "Cancellation of Current Visa" or use the "Online Visa Status Check".
• Enter your passport number, nationality, and other required details.
• Submit the form to see if your visa status shows as cancelled or active.

Alternatively, for Dubai visas, use the GDRFA Dubai website or app to check visa cancellation status by entering your visa file number and personal details.

Important Notes

• Only your sponsor (employer or family member) can cancel your residence visa, except if you hold an investor visa, which you can cancel yourself.
• Visa cancellation usually takes about 48 hours after the sponsor applies.
• After cancellation, your passport will be stamped "Visa Cancelled", and your Emirates ID will be deactivated.
• If you leave the UAE without cancelling your visa, it may be automatically revoked after six months of absence, but this can cause future travel restrictions.
• Always keep a copy of your visa cancellation confirmation for future reference.

How to Check Overstay Fine in the UAE for Residence Visa

To check your overstay fine in the UAE for a residence visa in 2025, you can use the official GDRFA Dubai website or other emirate portals offering fine inquiry services:

• Visit the GDRFA Fines Inquiry Service page.
• Enter your Emirates ID, passport number, or file number along with your date of birth and other requested details.
• Complete the CAPTCHA and submit the form.
• Your overstay fine, if any, will be displayed instantly.

Key Points About UAE Residence Visa Overstay Fines

• The fine is standardized at AED 50 per day after the visa and grace period expire.
• The grace period for residence visa holders is typically 30 days after expiry, during which no fine applies.
• After the grace period, the fine starts at AED 50 per day with no daily cap mentioned for residence visas.
• Upon exit, an additional exit permit fee of AED 250-350 may apply.
• Fines can be paid online via official portals or at immigration offices.

Indian Passport Validity to Enter the UAE with Residence Visa

Indian passport holders entering the UAE with a residence visa must have a passport valid for at least six months from the date of entry. This is a mandatory requirement to obtain a UAE visa on arrival or to enter the country with a residence permit. The passport should also be in good condition with blank pages for stamping.