This initiative gives eligible individuals a final opportunity to regularise their legal status and continue living and working in the UAE.
The UAE has announced a 30-day grace period for individuals who were previously exempted from visa overstay fines due to regional flight disruptions.
The grace period, which began on June 10, 2026, will remain in effect until July 9, 2026, the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Ports Security (ICP) said.
This initiative gives eligible individuals a final opportunity to regularise their legal status and continue living and working in the UAE, or to depart the country without incurring penalties.
The authority stated that the decision follows the restoration of regional stability, bringing an end to the exceptional circumstances that initially led to the exemption of fines.
Beneficiaries are not required to take any additional action. Those wishing to remain in the UAE for work or residency purposes may regularise their status during the one-month window, while those intending to leave the country can do so directly through standard procedures.
In March 2026, the ICP issued a decision exempting all individuals unable to leave the UAE from overstay fines. This applied to those affected by airspace closures and flight suspensions starting February 28, 2026. The exemption covered visa holders, individuals with departure permits, and residents whose visas had been cancelled but who were unable to travel.
The authority said the earlier exemption reflected the UAE’s humanitarian values and its commitment to supporting residents and visitors during emergencies.
The ICP has urged affected individuals to follow its official communication channels for updates and related procedures, reiterating its commitment to high-quality services and promoting legal compliance.
