A two-month Visa  Amnesty, starting from tomorrow – UAE 

The UAE’s Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs & Port Security   has   announced   a   two-month   general   amnesty,   effective   from tomorrow   to   October   31st.

This   amnesty   offers   an   opportunity   for individuals residing  illegally   in   the   UAE  without  a  valid   visa  or  legal permission from  their   employer   to   leave  the  country   without  incurring fines or facing legal action.

Alternatively, they can take steps to regularize their   status  by  obtaining   the necessary   documentation, including   visas, during this period. In support of this initiative, the Sri Lankan Consulate in Dubai has announced special consular services for Sri Lankans residing illegally in the UAE.

The consular offices will assist in issuing temporary travel documents and providing consultation services to those wishing to return to Sri Lanka during the amnesty period.

It is expected that over a thousand Sri Lankans may apply for these documents.Sri Lankans residing illegally in the UAE are urged to take advantage of this amnesty period to regularize their status or return to Sri Lanka.

The Sri   Lanka  Bureau  of   Foreign  Employment   also  encourages  those   with relatives or friends in the UAE to inform them about this opportunity