A Step by Step Guide to Checking Your Visa Status Online UAE- validity, issuance and expiry dates

How Can You Check Your Visa Status Online UAE ?

We all had that moment when you applied for visas for your family or our companies applied for the residence visa and the waiting started. You ask your PRO, he says he will check. You are just anxious about whether your visa is processed or not. But don’t be disheartened!

There are several ways online and offline facilities by the UAE government where you can check your status of the application or track visa for your family, employment, and visit/tourist visa. It’s essential to keep track of your UAE visa validity to avoid any complications with immigration authorities. In this article, I’ll guide you on how to check your UAE visa validity online.

It is very easy to check the status, validity , expiry of your UAE Residence Visa or Visit Visa Status online through GDRFA and ICP portal.

There are 2 Option to Check your Visa Status online UAE and they are:

  1. Through GDFRA website (General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs (GDRFA)
  1. Through ICP website (Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security (ICP)

How can you Check or Track your Dubai Visa Status Online?

Here’s a step by step guide to track your Dubai visa status or validity :

If you have an entry permit or residence visa issued in Dubai, you can check your visa validity through the website of General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs (GDRFA) DubaiOpens in a new tab., by following these steps:

  1. Visit https://smart.gdrfad.gov.ae/Public_Th/StatusInquiry_New.aspxOpens in a new tab.
  2. Select whether you want to search for your visa validity through Application number, File number, over the counter service application , Special requests or as an establishment
  3. Depending on the option you selected provide the information needed.
  4. Check the Captcha verification box
  5. Click on Search

Status Tracking – Search through – Application Number

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Status Tracking – Search through – File Number

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Status Tracking – Search through – Over the Special Request

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Status Tracking – Search through – Counter Service Applications

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Status Tracking – Search through – Establishment

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You can also contact the Amer Centre on the toll free number 800 5111 if you are living in the UAE. If you are outside the UAE, call Amer on the toll free number +9714-313-9999.


Checking the Visa Validity through Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security (ICP):

If you have a UAE visit or residence visa issued from any of the following emirates – Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ajman, Umm Al Quwain, Ras Al Khaimah and Fujairah, you can check your visa validity on the website of Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security (ICP), by following these steps:

  1. Visit the link: https://smartservices.icp.gov.ae/echannels/web/client/default.html#/fileValidityOpens in a new tab.
  2. Select whether you want to search for your visa’s validity through a file number or passport information
  3. If you are on a residence visa then select the option ‘residency’ and if you are on visit visa select option ‘visa’
  4. Enter any of the following details
    1. Emirates Unified Number (UID number)
    2. File number you can find the file number on the visa stamp on your passport or on the e-visa received as a visitor
    3. Emirates ID number (only in case of residency visa holder)
  5. Enter your Date of Birth
  6. Check the Captcha verification box
  7. Click on Search

File Validity – Search by File Number-File Type- File Number

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File Validity – Search by File Number-File Type- Emirates Unified Number

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File Validity – Search by File Number-File Type- Emirates ID Number

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File Validity – Search by File Number-Type Passport Information

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The system will provide you with the file number , UID number, File Status, File Issuance Date and File Expiry Date

For any enquiry regarding visa issuance, types and validity, you can call the ICP customer service number 600522222 or visit https://icp.gov.ae/en/contact-usOpens in a new tab./.


How can You check Your visa status online UAE with Emirates ID?

Here’s a step by step guide to track your UAE visa status or validity using your Emirates ID:

If you have an entry permit or residence visa in other emirates Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ajman, Umm Al Quwain, Ras Al Khaimah and Fujairah, including Dubai you can check your visa application status or the validity on the website of Federal Authority for Identity and Citizenship- ICA (the eChannel for residency and citizenship)

  1. Visit the link: https://smartservices.icp.gov.ae/echannels/web/client/default.html#/fileValidityOpens in a new tab.
  2. Select whether you want to search for your visa’s validity through a file number or passport information
  3. If you are on a residence visa then select the option ‘residency’ and if you are on visit visa select option ‘visa’
  4. Enter any of the following details
    1. Emirates ID number (only in case of residency visa holder)
  5. Enter your Date of Birth
  6. Check the Captcha verification box
  7. Click on Search

Visit the link: https://smartservices.ica.gov.ae/echannels/web/client/default.html#/fileValidityOpens in a new tab.

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Can You check your visa status online UAE with Passport Number?

Here’s a step by step guide to track your visa status online UAE or validity using your Passport Number:

Visit the link: https://smartservices.ica.gov.ae/echannels/web/client/default.html#/fileValidityOpens in a new tab.

  • Step 1:You can search the details by your visa number or the passport information- File No Or Passport Information
    • If you select Passport Information : below steps to be followed:
      • Select the visa type-Residency (if you want to know the residence visa status) or Visa
  • Step 2: Enter the Passport Number and Passport Expiry Date
  • Step 3: Select the Nationality from the drop down list
  • Step 4: Check the box “I am not Robot” and click on Search

You will be able to find the file information :

  • File status
  • File Issuance Date
  • File Expiry Date

For any enquiry regarding visa issuance, types and validity, you can call the ICP customer service number 600522222 or visit https://icp.gov.ae/en/contact-us/.

Checking your UAE visa validity online is a quick and easy process. If your UAE visa has expired or is about to expire soon, it’s crucial to take action immediately. You can either apply for a visa extension or exit the country before the expiry date to avoid any legal complications. With just a few clicks, you can ensure that your visa is valid, giving you peace of mind during your stay in the UAE. Remember to keep track of your visa expiry date to avoid any legal issues, and only use the official websites for all visa-related inquiries.


Tracking your Visa Application:

If your visa is applied in Dubai through Amer centres in Dubai, you can track your visa application through General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs-Dubai (Vision eForm.)

https://vision.eform.ae/OperationTools/AppStatusTrackingOpens in a new tab.

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In order to track your application through eform you need to have the below details with your ready:

  • application number
  • transaction number
  • reference number

If your visa is applied in Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ajman, Umm Al Quwain, Ras Al Khaimah and Fujairah you can track your visa application on the website of the Federal Authority for Identity and Citizenship- ICA (the eChannel for residency and citizenship).

https://smartservices.ica.gov.ae/echannels/web/client/default.html#/applicationTrackingOpens in a new tab.

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In order to track the application number you need to have the request number

In addition you may also contact

Amer office https://chat.gdrfad.gov.ae/WebChatAsp/Opens in a new tab.

Amer Website https://amer.gdrfad.gov.ae/visa-inquiryOpens in a new tab.


FAQ- Frequently Asked Questions On Visa Status Online UAE

What are the 2 Option To check the visa status online UAE ?

If your visa is issued by Dubai Visit https://smart.gdrfad.gov.ae/Public_Th/StatusInquiry_New.aspxOpens in a new tab.
If your visa is issued in Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Dubai, Fujairah, Umm Al Quwain, Ras Al Khaimah, Ajman, you can check the status through :https://smartservices.ica.gov.ae/echannels/web/client/default.html#/fileValidityOpens in a new tab.

How can you check if your UAE visa is valid?

You can check your UAE visa validity status by :
1. Using the ICA smart service: smartservices.ica.gov.aeOpens in a new tab..
2. Using the ICA mobile application: You can download the application from Google Play or App Store and then install it. You can easily search the keywords “ICA UAE Smart”.
3. Contacting the ICA directly via their phone number at 600522222.

For Dubai Visa Holders :
1. You can Use the GDRFA Portal-amer.gdrfad.gov.ae/visa-inquiryOpens in a new tab.
2. You can also download the Dubai Now mobile app from Google Play or App Store and go through the same steps to check your UAE visa status
3. Contacting GDRFA 8005111 and if not, contact +9714313999.

Can You Check your visa application status through Passport Number?

Yes, you can check your visa application status through your Passport Number

How to Check visa status using Passport Number?

https://smartservices.ica.gov.ae/echannels/web/client/default.html#/fileValidityOpens in a new tab.
Select the visa type-Residency (if you want to know the residence visa status) or Visa
Enter the Passport Number and Passport Expiry Date
Select the Nationality from the drop down list
Check the box “I am not Robot” and click on Search
The page will now display your visa details along with date of expiry.

How to Check visa status using Emirates ID Number?

ttps://smartservices.ica.gov.ae/echannels/web/client/default.html#/fileValidityOpens in a new tab.
Select the visa type-Residency (if you want to know the residence visa status) or Visa
Select the File Type-Emirates Unified Number or File No or Emirates ID Number
If you select Emirates ID : Enter the Emirates ID Number
Select the Nationality from the drop down list
Enter the Date of Birth (must be in dd/mm/yyyy format)
Check the box “I am not Robot” and click on Search
The page will now display your visa details along with date of expiry.

Deena

Human Resource professional and writer.

13 thoughts on “A Step by Step Guide to Checking Your Visa Status Online UAE- validity, issuance and expiry dates

    1. Hi, To check the visa stamp issued one year ago in the UAE, visit the official website of the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs (GDRFA) or use their mobile app. Enter the required details such as your passport number and visa information to access your visa status and stamp details.

  1. Hi, can someone assist how to get a copy of RAKEZ visa online? I’ve tried the ICA smart service links but its not working

    1. Hi, you may check this link https://eservices.rakez.com/apex/RAK_Employment_Visa

  2. Sir can you please tell me how many days are required for evisa proceedings anyone one plz clear my confusion

    1. Hi You can try with this link : https://smartservices.icp.gov.ae/echannels/web/client/default.html#/fileValidity

  3. Nice sir can you help i want to check my visit visa status but not show send me link

    1. Hi, you may try to find the status with this link
      https://smartservices.ica.gov.ae/echannels/web/client/default.html#/fileValidity

  4. Sir I apply for tixi visa how can I check my visa application process

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