How to Check and Pay Your UAE Overstay Visa Fine Online?

How can You check Your UAE Overstay visa fine online?

Whether you’re visiting or living in the UAE, it’s crucial to follow your visa’s regulations and be aware of its expiration date to prevent incurring fines.

Immigration authorities have in place grace periods for UAE visa holders, which give them some time to get their visa status in order, before fines are levied. If you are a residence visa holder, you have a 30 days’ grace period after the visa’s expiry date to either amend your status and get another residence visa or leave the country and for tourists and visit visa holders have No Grace Period days after their visa’s expiry date.

Once your given grace period is over, you will be required to pay your overstay fine as per the number of days accrued. The cost of the overstay fine is AED 50 per day.

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Here’s how to find out your visa expiry date and check for any fines:

In order to check your visa status whether you may have incurred any overstay fine in the UAE you can easily check them online by following below steps:

For Visit or Tourist Visa:

1. Check your visa copy: Look for the “expiry date” on the electronic visa copy you received via email or from your travel agent. It’s usually right after the visa number.
2. Online: Visit the ICP or GDRFA websites and provide your passport number, visa number, and birthdate to see your visa details and the last date to leave the country.

For Residence Visa:

1. Visa sticker: If you’ve renewed or applied for a residence visa recently, check the sticker. Otherwise, follow these steps to check the digital version of your visa.
2. Emirates ID: Look at your Emirates ID’s expiry date, which is the same as your visa expiry date.
3. Online: Visit the ICP website, enter your passport number or Emirates ID number, and birthdate to see your visa details and its expiry date.

You can use the websites of either of these two immigration authorities, to check for visa fines regardless of which Emirate issued the visa.

• GDRFA website – www.gdrfa.gov.ae (if the visa is issued by General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs, Dubai)
• ICP website – www.icp.gov.ae (if the visas are issued for all other emirates – Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ajman, Ras Al Khaimah, Umm Al Quwain and Fujairah).

Visa expiry date and check for any fines through Online:

How to find out your visa expiry date and check for any fines through ICP Website?

Step 1: Visit the link beta.smartservices.icp.gov.ae

Click on Fines-FINES – PAY FINES – VIOLATIONS OF ENTRY PERMISSIONS OR RESIDENCES – PAY NEW FINE and click on start service.

Step 2: Fill in the required details :

• If your are a UAE Residents:
  • Click on ‘file number’.
  • Type in your file number. You can find the file number on the UAE residence visa page of your passport.
  • Type in your date of birth.
  • After filling out the information, tick the captcha box and click on the blue tab labelled ‘Search’. The system will then show any fines that have been levied on the visa.

• If you are a visitor:
  • Click on ‘Citizens of Certain Countries’.
  • Enter the following details:
    • Your passport number
    • Passport type – for example: diplomatic, UN or ordinary passport
    • Date of Birth
    • Current nationality

Step 3: Check the captcha box and click on ‘Search’. The system will then show any fines that have been levied on the visa.

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How to find out your visa expiry date and check for any fines through GDRFA Website?

If your visa was issued in Dubai, you can view if you have visa fines through the ‘Fines Inquiry Service’ on the GDRFA website.

Step 1: click on https://www.gdrfad.gov.ae/en/fines-inquiry-service

Step 2: From the first dropdown menu, select the file type:
• Resident (for residence visa holders)
• Permit (for visit or tourist visa holders)

Step 3: Provide the following details:

• Place of issue (select the Emirate that issued the visa)
• File number
• Date of birth
• Gender

Step 4: You will be asked to solve a simple math equation, as a captcha verification process.

Step 5: Click on the red ‘Submit’ button. The system will then show any fines that have been levied on the visa. If you do not have any fines, you will receive a green pop up message on the GDRFA website notifying you that there are no fines on your file number.

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How Do You Pay Your Visa Fine Online?

If you have any fines on your visa and are unable to visit immigration to clear your dues, the Federal Authority for Identity and Citizenship, Customs and Port Security (ICP) has now granted the online access to clear your dues or fines.

1. Payment of Overstay Visa Fine through Online:

Use ICP or GDRFA websites to pay fines. Enter your visa details and the system will display the fines. Pay using a credit or debit card.

By the end of this article, you will understand how easy it is to pay the visa fine online.

Payment of Overstay Visa Fine through the ICP website:

Step 1: Visit the link beta.smartservices.icp.gov.ae click on Public Services

Click on Fines-FINES – PAY FINES – VIOLATIONS OF ENTRY PERMISSIONS OR RESIDENCES – PAY NEW FINE and click on start service.

Step 2: Fill in the required details :

• If your are a UAE Residents:
  • Click on ‘file number’.
  • Type in your file number. You can find the file number on the UAE residence visa page of your passport.
  • Type in your date of birth.
  • After filling out the information, tick the captcha box and click on the blue tab labelled ‘Search’. The system will then show any fines that have been levied on the visa.
• If you are a visitor:Click on ‘Citizens of Certain Countries’.
  • Enter the following details:Your passport number
  • Passport type – for example: diplomatic, UN or ordinary passport
  • Date of Birth
  • Current nationality

Check the captcha box and click on ‘Search’. The system will then show any fines that have been levied on the visa.

If your entered details are correct, you will be able to see overstay fine amount under your visa including number of days you are overstayed.

Step 3: Select the Relation with the sponsor from the drop down menu and click next.

You can also select none.

Click Next page, you will be asked to provide your mobile number for the OTP. Provide your payment details and submit request.

You will be receiving the reference number with Fees Description Total with VAT.

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You can also clear your dues or fines through the Virtual Assistance feature on the bottom right side of your screen:

• Step 1: Visit the ICA website www.icp.gov.ae

• Step 2: Introduce yourself by answering what would you like to be called during the conversation on the virtual assistant appear on the bottom right of the screen

• Step 3: Virtual assistant will provide all the list of services. Select Apply for Services

• Step 4: Select Pay Fine or type the service number

• Step 5: You will be asked to Enter your Unified Number . Enter it

• Step 6: Enter the date of birth following the format MM/DD/YYYY

• Step 7: If you have any violation related to your visa, your file will be shown up with the violation details.
• Step 8: You will be provided with the link to pay the fine. Click the payment link to submit the application.
• Step 9: The virtual assistant will then redirect you to the service submission screen. Review the information and click on next.
• Step 10: System will show you exactly how much click on Pay to complete the process and obtain the request service.
• Step 11: You will be provided with the transaction number and notification from ICA confirming if the payment is successful.

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Payment of Overstay Visa Fine through the GDRFA website:

• Step 1: Go to the GDRFA website.

• Step 2: Choose your file type from the drop-down menu:
  • “Resident” for those with residence visas.
  • “Permit” for visitors or tourists on visas.
• Step 3: Provide the information they ask for.
• Step 4: Solve a basic math equation to verify you’re not a robot.
• Step 6: Click the ‘Submit’ button. After this, you’ll be able to see the details of your overstaying fine.

Input your visa details, and the system will display the fines you’re required to settle. You can make the payment using a credit or debit card.

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2. Payment of Overstay Visa Fine through theTyping Centre:

Visit an authorized typing centre listed on the ICP website to pay fines when applying for a new visa or leaving the country. https://icp.gov.ae/en/typing-offices/

3. Payment of Overstay Visa Fine through the Amer Centre:

These centers help with immigration applications. Find their list on the GDRFA website. https://gdrfad.gov.ae/en/customer-happiness-centers#

4. Payment of Overstay Visa Fine through the ICP Customer Happiness Centre

Here is a compilation of ICP (Integrated Customer Happiness Centers) locations that are accessible to visitors:

Abu Dhabi

1. General Directorate Of Residency And Foreigners Affairs – Abu Dhabi Location: Al Mushrif District, Shakhbut Bin Sultan Street
2. General Directorate Of Residency And Foreigners Affairs – Al Dhafra Location: Madinat Zayed Branch
3. General Directorate Of Residency And Foreigners Affairs – Al Ain Location: Al Jimi – Government Buildings District
4. Khalifa Customer Happiness Center Location: Khalifa City A, next to Al-Forsan Sports Building
5. Al Ain Customer Happiness Center Location: Al Jimi Street, opposite Judicial Department
6. Khalifa Medical City Customer Happiness Center Location: Khalifa Medical City, Hazaa Bin Zayed Street
7. Mussafah Customer Happiness Center Location: Mussafah Industrial Area, behind Preventive Medicine Center
8. Al Jazeera City Happiness Center Location: Al Nahyan area at Al Jazira Sports Club
9. Al Quaa Customer Happiness Centre Location: Al Quaa municipality building, Al Ain
10. Liwa Customer Happiness Centre Location: Integrated Services Center (TAMM), Liwa Branch, Western Region
11. Ghayathi Customer Happiness Office Location: Integrated Services Center (TAMM) Ghayathi Branch
12. Dalma Customer Happiness Office Location: Integrated Services Center (TAMM) Dalma Branch
13. AlMarfa Customer Happiness Office Location: Integrated Services Center (TAMM) AlMarfa Branch
14. Alsela Customer Happiness Office Location: Integrated Services Center (TAMM), Alsela Branch

Dubai

1. Al Barsha Customer Happiness Centre Location: Near Saudi German Hospital, Al Barsha 3
2. Al Ghazal Customer Happiness Centre Location: Al Ghazal Mall, Al Bida area
3. Al Rashidiya Customer Happiness Centre Location: Al Rashidiya, opposite Mohammed Noor Boys School
4. Al Nahda Customer Happiness Centre Location: Salem Medical Examination Center
5. Yalayes Customer Happiness Centre Location: Dubai Investment Park 2
6. Al Baraha Customer Happiness Office Location: Al Baraha Smart Medical Fitness Center for Residency
7. Hatta Customer Happiness Office Location: Department of Naturalization and Residence building, Hatta

Sharjah

1. General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs – Sharjah Location: Al Rahmaniya area
2. Sharjah Customer Happiness Center Location: Rahmaniya area
3. Department of Residency and Foreigners Affairs – Khorfakkan Location: Al Mudifi area, Khorfakkan
4. Al Dhaid Customer Happiness Center Location: Chamber of Commerce and Industry Building, Al Dhaid Region
5. Al Ghubaiba Customer Happiness Center Location: Al Ghubaiba Preventive Medical Center

Ajman

1. General Directorate Of Residency And Foreigners Affairs – Ajman Location: Al Jurf area , University Street
2. Ajman Customer Happiness Center Location: Al Jurf, behind the courthouse
3. Ajman Customer Happiness Center Location: Al Jurf, behind the courthouse

Umm Al Quwain

1. General Directorate Of Residency And Foreigners Affairs – Umm Al Quwain Location: Ramla area, next to the Civil Defense building
2. Falaj Al Mualla Customer Happiness Office Location: Falaj Al Mualla – Governmental Departments Complex

Ras Al Khaimah

1. General Directorate Of Residency And Foreigners Affairs – Ras Al Khaimah Location: Al Nakheel Area, General Administration of Residency and Foreigners Affairs building
2. Ras Al Khaimah Customer Happiness Center Location: Al Dhait area, behind the Traffic and Licensing Department

Fujairah

1. General Directorate Of Residency And Foreigners Affairs Location: Merashid District, Al Sharqi Street, next to Emirates Post
2. Fujairah Customer Happiness Center Location: Sakamkam area, Sakamkam Street, next to Saint Mary’s School

By knowing your visa expiry date and paying any fines promptly, you can avoid unnecessary penalties.

Whether you’re visiting or living in the UAE, it’s crucial to follow your visa’s regulations and be aware of its expiration date to prevent incurring fines.

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