By Mary Nammour (Khaleej Times Report)13 August 2008
DUBAI - People seeking Dubai entry permits under the newly-enforced visa rules can choose from three types of traveller health insurance policies according to the duration of their stay.
According to the Acting Director of Dubai Naturalisation and Residency Department (DNRD), Brigadier Obeid Muheir bin Suroor, 'Newcomers to the UAE will have to select one of the three types of insurance policies depending on the duration of the visit. There will be an insurance policy costing Dh40 for the 30-day short visit visa. The insurance policy accompanying the long-term entry permit for 90-day visit would cost Dh90, while the 180-day multiple entry visit visa would be linked to Dh185 insurance policy.'
The three types of health insurance policies to be offered by two insurance companies - Oman Insurance and Dubai Islamic Insurance and Reinsurance Company (AMAN) - would be available by next week at the DNRD premises, he added.
An agreement was signed to this effect by DNRD and the two insurance companies.
Under the agreement, the insurance policy to be provided to visit visa applicants would be limited to the UAE. 'The beneficiary will receive treatment at a hospital in case of an accident or emergency. The insurance policy will cover 100 per cent of services offered to the patient, including hospital accommodation, diagnostics fees, surgery, anaesthesiology, aid for emergency situations leading to hospitalisation. The drugs and medicines needed for treatment inside the hospital will also be covered,' he pointed out.
The costs of rehabilitation treatment, dental treatment for damage caused by accidents will also be covered by the insurance policy during the visitor's stay. In case of death of the insured person, the insurance companies would repatriate the body to his/her country by bearing up to Dh7,000 of the expenses. 'The traveller health insurance policy will not cover chronic illnesses, nor situations such as pregnancy and child birth, ophthalmology or dental treatment. However, it will cover emergency treatment of serious complications of already existing chronic illnesses,' he clarified.
Oman and Aman insurance companies will from next week offer services at the DNRD's main headquarters in Jaffliya. Counters will also be set at DNRD extension centres in Abu Hail, Jebel Ali Free Zone, Dubai International Airport, Dnata Passport Section on Shaikh Zayed Road, Umm Suqeim and Bin Sougat.
mary@khaleejtimes.com
· Health insurance cover for the 30-day visit visa is Dh40.
· Health insurance cover for the 90-day visit visa is Dh90.
· Price of health insurance cover for the multiple entry 180-day visit visas is Dh185.
· The geographical coverage area of the insurance is limited to the UAE.
· No coverage of chronic illnesses.
· In case of death, the insurance company would repatriate of the body and bear up to Dh7,000 of the cost.
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Tuesday, August 12, 2008
New Visa Fees (DNRD)
The New Visa Fee Structure published as per the Department of Naturalization and Residency, Dubai (DNRD) (CLICK ON THE IMAGE TO ENLARGE IT)See details at Official Site
http://www.dnrd.gov.ae/DNRD/News%20And%20Events/News_Detail?id=309
International Health Insurance Valid For UAE Visa Applications
Brigadier Obaid Mehayer Bin Suroor, Acting Director of Dubai Naturalization and Residency Department (DNRD), announced that entry permit applicants who are covered by international health insurance policies are not required to have a local one. Brig. Bin Suroor spoke during a meeting with authorities of free zones as part of the ongoing efforts to communicate the new visa regulations and requirements to all private and public establishments. According to Bin Suroor, the new rules stipulated that free zone companies or groups of companies must immediately set the processes for medical insurance that they will use for the applications of visa for their visitors, be it individuals or groups, and only then they can submit their visa applications to DNRD and have them approved and processed. The Acting Director of DNRD confirmed that that the new system offered excellent facilities for establishments especially government entities which are required to present a letter undertaking the complete responsibility for the medical expenses of their guests in case of emergencies in the UAE. One letter is sufficient when applying for visas for an individual or a group, by any particular company or group of companies. It is worth mentioning that the DNRD is continuing the process of officially informing all companies about the mechanism of financial deposits as mentioned under the ministerial rule 322/2008 regarding entry and residency of foreigners. The meeting was attended by Ahmed Abdullah Mosaed, Assistant Manager of Financial Affairs; Colonel Bader Salem, Director of Investigation and Follow-up Department at DNRD; Major Mohammed Al Hammadi, Manager, Entry Permits Department; and Khaleefa Balqoubaa, Assistant Manager of External Centres
Monday, August 11, 2008
Residence Visa Renewal Linked to Tenancy Contract in Sharjah
By Anjana Sankar, Senior Reporter (Gulf News) Published: August 10, 2008, 23:49
Sharjah:Thousands of families who live in shared accommodation in Sharjah will be hard hit by the new rule of the Sharjah Naturalisation and Residency Department requiring a tenancy contract in the applicant's name or his close relative. According to the new regulations, those applying for residency visas for their families should produce a copy of their tenancy contract.
The contract, which is considered proof of one's eligibility to afford a family, must be attested by the Sharjah Municipality.
Residents said they will have to send their families back home as it is no longer affordable to rent a one-bedroom or two-bedroom apartment in Sharjah. Many said since the rents started skyrocketing in Sharjah in the last two years by more than 30 to 50 per cent, people have opted for shared accommodation. Under the new rule they will not be able to renew their residency permits without having tenancy contracts in their names.
Lieutenant Colonel Salim Ali Mazaini, head of the visa section at the Sharjah Naturalisation and Residency Department, told Gulf News that the rule has been introduced to ensure that only those who are financially capable of providing decent accommodation can bring their families to the emirate.
"We are not insisting that the tenancy contract should be in the applicant's name. The contract can be in the name of his close relatives also, such as a brother or sister," said Mazaini.
He added that it is acceptable to share living space with one's own family members, but not with friends.
According to him, the rule is not applicable to professionals like doctors, engineers and people in managerial positions because they earn enough money to sponsor their families.
"We are being very flexible and taking each application on a case by case basis. For example, if a family does not have children, a studio flat in their name is more than enough to get a family residence permit.
"Or if a family with one or two children can show that they are sharing a three-bedroom apartment with a close relative, it will also get them the residency status," Mazaini said.
However, some residents said their applications have been rejected even after they produced tenancy contracts of their relatives.
Hussain, a Sharjah resident who refused to give his second name, said his application to sponsor his family was rejected because he could not produce a tenancy contract.
"Now with this new rule, I doubt whether I can bring my wife and child to the UAE," said Hussain who works as an administrative assistant.
Another resident, Riyas Mohammad from Pakistan, said he has shelved his plan to bring his family because of the new regulations.
New categories: Renewal for one year only
The Sharjah Naturalisation and Residency department has also issued a list of 60 categories of low income groups including hairdressers, butchers, shop assistants, chefs, clerks and others for whom residency permits will be renewed only for a period of one year. These categories must also get prior approval before their applications are typed. The typing centres have been instructed that the categories listed below need prior approval before applications are typed.
1. Beauty therapist
2. Spice/pulse grinder
3. Watchman
4. Dining-room servant
5. Fishmonger
6. Fisherman
7. Calligrapher
8. Digger
9. Porter
10. Office boy
11. Pipe fitter
12. Cobbler
13. Sailor
14. Pipe filer
15. Grocer
16. Tyre repairer
17. Shoemaker
18. Manicurist
19. Hairdresser
20. Clerk
21. Follow-up clerk
22. Archive clerk
23. Tinker
24. Mechanic assistant
25. Ironsmith
26. Welder
27. Carpenter
28. Builder
29. Shop attendants
30. Light vehicle driver
31. Barber
32. Makeup artist
33. Janitor
34. Shift operator
35. Typist
36. Watchman
37. Chef
38. Turner
39. Plumber
40. Tile fitter
41. Meat griller
42. Falafel maker
43. Dessert maker
44. Pastry maker
45. Waiter
46. Machine operator
47. Clothes presser
48. Car washer
49. Coffee maker
50. Butcher
51. Slaughterer
52. Painter
53. Tailor
54. Baker
55. Kneader
56. Goldsmith
57. Electrician
58. Upholsterer
59. Blancher
60. Drawer/draftsman
Sharjah:Thousands of families who live in shared accommodation in Sharjah will be hard hit by the new rule of the Sharjah Naturalisation and Residency Department requiring a tenancy contract in the applicant's name or his close relative. According to the new regulations, those applying for residency visas for their families should produce a copy of their tenancy contract.
The contract, which is considered proof of one's eligibility to afford a family, must be attested by the Sharjah Municipality.
Residents said they will have to send their families back home as it is no longer affordable to rent a one-bedroom or two-bedroom apartment in Sharjah. Many said since the rents started skyrocketing in Sharjah in the last two years by more than 30 to 50 per cent, people have opted for shared accommodation. Under the new rule they will not be able to renew their residency permits without having tenancy contracts in their names.
Lieutenant Colonel Salim Ali Mazaini, head of the visa section at the Sharjah Naturalisation and Residency Department, told Gulf News that the rule has been introduced to ensure that only those who are financially capable of providing decent accommodation can bring their families to the emirate.
"We are not insisting that the tenancy contract should be in the applicant's name. The contract can be in the name of his close relatives also, such as a brother or sister," said Mazaini.
He added that it is acceptable to share living space with one's own family members, but not with friends.
According to him, the rule is not applicable to professionals like doctors, engineers and people in managerial positions because they earn enough money to sponsor their families.
"We are being very flexible and taking each application on a case by case basis. For example, if a family does not have children, a studio flat in their name is more than enough to get a family residence permit.
"Or if a family with one or two children can show that they are sharing a three-bedroom apartment with a close relative, it will also get them the residency status," Mazaini said.
However, some residents said their applications have been rejected even after they produced tenancy contracts of their relatives.
Hussain, a Sharjah resident who refused to give his second name, said his application to sponsor his family was rejected because he could not produce a tenancy contract.
"Now with this new rule, I doubt whether I can bring my wife and child to the UAE," said Hussain who works as an administrative assistant.
Another resident, Riyas Mohammad from Pakistan, said he has shelved his plan to bring his family because of the new regulations.
New categories: Renewal for one year only
The Sharjah Naturalisation and Residency department has also issued a list of 60 categories of low income groups including hairdressers, butchers, shop assistants, chefs, clerks and others for whom residency permits will be renewed only for a period of one year. These categories must also get prior approval before their applications are typed. The typing centres have been instructed that the categories listed below need prior approval before applications are typed.
1. Beauty therapist
2. Spice/pulse grinder
3. Watchman
4. Dining-room servant
5. Fishmonger
6. Fisherman
7. Calligrapher
8. Digger
9. Porter
10. Office boy
11. Pipe fitter
12. Cobbler
13. Sailor
14. Pipe filer
15. Grocer
16. Tyre repairer
17. Shoemaker
18. Manicurist
19. Hairdresser
20. Clerk
21. Follow-up clerk
22. Archive clerk
23. Tinker
24. Mechanic assistant
25. Ironsmith
26. Welder
27. Carpenter
28. Builder
29. Shop attendants
30. Light vehicle driver
31. Barber
32. Makeup artist
33. Janitor
34. Shift operator
35. Typist
36. Watchman
37. Chef
38. Turner
39. Plumber
40. Tile fitter
41. Meat griller
42. Falafel maker
43. Dessert maker
44. Pastry maker
45. Waiter
46. Machine operator
47. Clothes presser
48. Car washer
49. Coffee maker
50. Butcher
51. Slaughterer
52. Painter
53. Tailor
54. Baker
55. Kneader
56. Goldsmith
57. Electrician
58. Upholsterer
59. Blancher
60. Drawer/draftsman
Residence Visa Renewal Linked to Tenancy Contract in Sharjah
By Anjana Sankar, Senior Reporter (Gulf News) Published: August 10, 2008, 23:49
Sharjah:Thousands of families who live in shared accommodation in Sharjah will be hard hit by the new rule of the Sharjah Naturalisation and Residency Department requiring a tenancy contract in the applicant's name or his close relative. According to the new regulations, those applying for residency visas for their families should produce a copy of their tenancy contract.
The contract, which is considered proof of one's eligibility to afford a family, must be attested by the Sharjah Municipality.
Residents said they will have to send their families back home as it is no longer affordable to rent a one-bedroom or two-bedroom apartment in Sharjah. Many said since the rents started skyrocketing in Sharjah in the last two years by more than 30 to 50 per cent, people have opted for shared accommodation. Under the new rule they will not be able to renew their residency permits without having tenancy contracts in their names.
Lieutenant Colonel Salim Ali Mazaini, head of the visa section at the Sharjah Naturalisation and Residency Department, told Gulf News that the rule has been introduced to ensure that only those who are financially capable of providing decent accommodation can bring their families to the emirate.
"We are not insisting that the tenancy contract should be in the applicant's name. The contract can be in the name of his close relatives also, such as a brother or sister," said Mazaini.
He added that it is acceptable to share living space with one's own family members, but not with friends.
According to him, the rule is not applicable to professionals like doctors, engineers and people in managerial positions because they earn enough money to sponsor their families.
"We are being very flexible and taking each application on a case by case basis. For example, if a family does not have children, a studio flat in their name is more than enough to get a family residence permit.
"Or if a family with one or two children can show that they are sharing a three-bedroom apartment with a close relative, it will also get them the residency status," Mazaini said.
However, some residents said their applications have been rejected even after they produced tenancy contracts of their relatives.
Hussain, a Sharjah resident who refused to give his second name, said his application to sponsor his family was rejected because he could not produce a tenancy contract.
"Now with this new rule, I doubt whether I can bring my wife and child to the UAE," said Hussain who works as an administrative assistant.
Another resident, Riyas Mohammad from Pakistan, said he has shelved his plan to bring his family because of the new regulations.
Sharjah:Thousands of families who live in shared accommodation in Sharjah will be hard hit by the new rule of the Sharjah Naturalisation and Residency Department requiring a tenancy contract in the applicant's name or his close relative. According to the new regulations, those applying for residency visas for their families should produce a copy of their tenancy contract.
The contract, which is considered proof of one's eligibility to afford a family, must be attested by the Sharjah Municipality.
Residents said they will have to send their families back home as it is no longer affordable to rent a one-bedroom or two-bedroom apartment in Sharjah. Many said since the rents started skyrocketing in Sharjah in the last two years by more than 30 to 50 per cent, people have opted for shared accommodation. Under the new rule they will not be able to renew their residency permits without having tenancy contracts in their names.
Lieutenant Colonel Salim Ali Mazaini, head of the visa section at the Sharjah Naturalisation and Residency Department, told Gulf News that the rule has been introduced to ensure that only those who are financially capable of providing decent accommodation can bring their families to the emirate.
"We are not insisting that the tenancy contract should be in the applicant's name. The contract can be in the name of his close relatives also, such as a brother or sister," said Mazaini.
He added that it is acceptable to share living space with one's own family members, but not with friends.
According to him, the rule is not applicable to professionals like doctors, engineers and people in managerial positions because they earn enough money to sponsor their families.
"We are being very flexible and taking each application on a case by case basis. For example, if a family does not have children, a studio flat in their name is more than enough to get a family residence permit.
"Or if a family with one or two children can show that they are sharing a three-bedroom apartment with a close relative, it will also get them the residency status," Mazaini said.
However, some residents said their applications have been rejected even after they produced tenancy contracts of their relatives.
Hussain, a Sharjah resident who refused to give his second name, said his application to sponsor his family was rejected because he could not produce a tenancy contract.
"Now with this new rule, I doubt whether I can bring my wife and child to the UAE," said Hussain who works as an administrative assistant.
Another resident, Riyas Mohammad from Pakistan, said he has shelved his plan to bring his family because of the new regulations.
New categories: Renewal for one year only
The Sharjah Naturalisation and Residency department has also issued a list of 60 categories of low income groups including hairdressers, butchers, shop assistants, chefs, clerks and others for whom residency permits will be renewed only for a period of one year. These categories must also get prior approval before their applications are typed. The typing centres have been instructed that the categories listed below need prior approval before applications are typed.
1. Beauty therapist
2. Spice/pulse grinder
3. Watchman
4. Dining-room servant
5. Fishmonger
6. Fisherman
7. Calligrapher
8. Digger
9. Porter
10. Office boy
11. Pipe fitter
12. Cobbler
13. Sailor
14. Pipe filer
15. Grocer
16. Tyre repairer
17. Shoemaker
18. Manicurist
19. Hairdresser
20. Clerk
21. Follow-up clerk
22. Archive clerk
23. Tinker
24. Mechanic assistant
25. Ironsmith
26. Welder
27. Carpenter
28. Builder
29. Shop attendants
30. Light vehicle driver
31. Barber
32. Makeup artist
33. Janitor
34. Shift operator
35. Typist
36. Watchman
37. Chef
38. Turner
39. Plumber
40. Tile fitter
41. Meat griller
42. Falafel maker
43. Dessert maker
44. Pastry maker
45. Waiter
46. Machine operator
47. Clothes presser
48. Car washer
49. Coffee maker
50. Butcher
51. Slaughterer
52. Painter
53. Tailor
54. Baker
55. Kneader
56. Goldsmith
57. Electrician
58. Upholsterer
59. Blancher
60. Drawer/draftsman
32. Makeup artist
33. Janitor
34. Shift operator
35. Typist
36. Watchman
37. Chef
38. Turner
39. Plumber
40. Tile fitter
41. Meat griller
42. Falafel maker
43. Dessert maker
44. Pastry maker
45. Waiter
46. Machine operator
47. Clothes presser
48. Car washer
49. Coffee maker
50. Butcher
51. Slaughterer
52. Painter
53. Tailor
54. Baker
55. Kneader
56. Goldsmith
57. Electrician
58. Upholsterer
59. Blancher
60. Drawer/draftsman
Residence Visa Renewal Linked to Tenancy Contract in Sharjah
By Anjana Sankar, Senior Reporter (Gulf News) Published: August 10, 2008, 23:49
Sharjah:Thousands of families who live in shared accommodation in Sharjah will be hard hit by the new rule of the Sharjah Naturalisation and Residency Department requiring a tenancy contract in the applicant's name or his close relative. According to the new regulations, those applying for residency visas for their families should produce a copy of their tenancy contract.
The contract, which is considered proof of one's eligibility to afford a family, must be attested by the Sharjah Municipality.
Residents said they will have to send their families back home as it is no longer affordable to rent a one-bedroom or two-bedroom apartment in Sharjah. Many said since the rents started skyrocketing in Sharjah in the last two years by more than 30 to 50 per cent, people have opted for shared accommodation. Under the new rule they will not be able to renew their residency permits without having tenancy contracts in their names.
Lieutenant Colonel Salim Ali Mazaini, head of the visa section at the Sharjah Naturalisation and Residency Department, told Gulf News that the rule has been introduced to ensure that only those who are financially capable of providing decent accommodation can bring their families to the emirate.
"We are not insisting that the tenancy contract should be in the applicant's name. The contract can be in the name of his close relatives also, such as a brother or sister," said Mazaini.
He added that it is acceptable to share living space with one's own family members, but not with friends.
According to him, the rule is not applicable to professionals like doctors, engineers and people in managerial positions because they earn enough money to sponsor their families.
"We are being very flexible and taking each application on a case by case basis. For example, if a family does not have children, a studio flat in their name is more than enough to get a family residence permit.
"Or if a family with one or two children can show that they are sharing a three-bedroom apartment with a close relative, it will also get them the residency status," Mazaini said.
However, some residents said their applications have been rejected even after they produced tenancy contracts of their relatives.
Hussain, a Sharjah resident who refused to give his second name, said his application to sponsor his family was rejected because he could not produce a tenancy contract.
"Now with this new rule, I doubt whether I can bring my wife and child to the UAE," said Hussain who works as an administrative assistant.
Another resident, Riyas Mohammad from Pakistan, said he has shelved his plan to bring his family because of the new regulations.
Sharjah:Thousands of families who live in shared accommodation in Sharjah will be hard hit by the new rule of the Sharjah Naturalisation and Residency Department requiring a tenancy contract in the applicant's name or his close relative. According to the new regulations, those applying for residency visas for their families should produce a copy of their tenancy contract.
The contract, which is considered proof of one's eligibility to afford a family, must be attested by the Sharjah Municipality.
Residents said they will have to send their families back home as it is no longer affordable to rent a one-bedroom or two-bedroom apartment in Sharjah. Many said since the rents started skyrocketing in Sharjah in the last two years by more than 30 to 50 per cent, people have opted for shared accommodation. Under the new rule they will not be able to renew their residency permits without having tenancy contracts in their names.
Lieutenant Colonel Salim Ali Mazaini, head of the visa section at the Sharjah Naturalisation and Residency Department, told Gulf News that the rule has been introduced to ensure that only those who are financially capable of providing decent accommodation can bring their families to the emirate.
"We are not insisting that the tenancy contract should be in the applicant's name. The contract can be in the name of his close relatives also, such as a brother or sister," said Mazaini.
He added that it is acceptable to share living space with one's own family members, but not with friends.
According to him, the rule is not applicable to professionals like doctors, engineers and people in managerial positions because they earn enough money to sponsor their families.
"We are being very flexible and taking each application on a case by case basis. For example, if a family does not have children, a studio flat in their name is more than enough to get a family residence permit.
"Or if a family with one or two children can show that they are sharing a three-bedroom apartment with a close relative, it will also get them the residency status," Mazaini said.
However, some residents said their applications have been rejected even after they produced tenancy contracts of their relatives.
Hussain, a Sharjah resident who refused to give his second name, said his application to sponsor his family was rejected because he could not produce a tenancy contract.
"Now with this new rule, I doubt whether I can bring my wife and child to the UAE," said Hussain who works as an administrative assistant.
Another resident, Riyas Mohammad from Pakistan, said he has shelved his plan to bring his family because of the new regulations.
New categories: Renewal for one year only
The Sharjah Naturalisation and Residency department has also issued a list of 60 categories of low income groups including hairdressers, butchers, shop assistants, chefs, clerks and others for whom residency permits will be renewed only for a period of one year. These categories must also get prior approval before their applications are typed. The typing centres have been instructed that the categories listed below need prior approval before applications are typed.
1. Beauty therapist
2. Spice/pulse grinder
3. Watchman
4. Dining-room servant
5. Fishmonger
6. Fisherman
7. Calligrapher
8. Digger
9. Porter
10. Office boy
11. Pipe fitter
12. Cobbler
13. Sailor
14. Pipe filer
15. Grocer
16. Tyre repairer
17. Shoemaker
18. Manicurist
19. Hairdresser
20. Clerk
21. Follow-up clerk
22. Archive clerk
23. Tinker
24. Mechanic assistant
25. Ironsmith
26. Welder
27. Carpenter
28. Builder
29. Shop attendants
30. Light vehicle driver
31. Barber
32. Makeup artist
33. Janitor
34. Shift operator
35. Typist
36. Watchman
37. Chef
38. Turner
39. Plumber
40. Tile fitter
41. Meat griller
42. Falafel maker
43. Dessert maker
44. Pastry maker
45. Waiter
46. Machine operator
47. Clothes presser
48. Car washer
49. Coffee maker
50. Butcher
51. Slaughterer
52. Painter
53. Tailor
54. Baker
55. Kneader
56. Goldsmith
57. Electrician
58. Upholsterer
59. Blancher
60. Drawer/draftsman
32. Makeup artist
33. Janitor
34. Shift operator
35. Typist
36. Watchman
37. Chef
38. Turner
39. Plumber
40. Tile fitter
41. Meat griller
42. Falafel maker
43. Dessert maker
44. Pastry maker
45. Waiter
46. Machine operator
47. Clothes presser
48. Car washer
49. Coffee maker
50. Butcher
51. Slaughterer
52. Painter
53. Tailor
54. Baker
55. Kneader
56. Goldsmith
57. Electrician
58. Upholsterer
59. Blancher
60. Drawer/draftsman
Monday, August 4, 2008
Residency centres across Dubai handle visa work with ease
Staff Report (Gulf News)
Published: August 03, 2008, 23:35
Dubai: The Dubai Naturalisation and Residency Department (DNRD) continues to offer its services to the public through its main branch in Al Jaffiliya and over 16 centres in Dubai following the implementation of ministerial decision no 322 for 2008 that introduced new visa structures. These external centres, which come as a great support to the Central Administration located in Al Jaffiliya, are spread across Dubai, and offer the same services as the main office in Bur Dubai, including the issue of passports for nationals and entry permits to residents, and other entry visa related procedures in addition to renewal of E-gate cards.
Following a unified comprehensive system, which has been recently implemented by DNRD, employees have undergone thorough training enabling each employee to finalise all transactions and be familiar with the new visa structures. Customers can benefit from DNRD flexible timings, as the new timings from 7.30am to 2.30pm and from 2.30pm to 8pm will suit the needs of a large number of people. Moreover, elderly people, namely at the Hatta Centre, receive special treatment where DNRD officials pick up and deliver their transactions directly to their residences.
Major-General Mohammad Ahmad Al Merri, DNRD Director, said: "Our main mission at the DNRD is to simplify procedures while offering a world-class service to all our customers."
Published: August 03, 2008, 23:35
Dubai: The Dubai Naturalisation and Residency Department (DNRD) continues to offer its services to the public through its main branch in Al Jaffiliya and over 16 centres in Dubai following the implementation of ministerial decision no 322 for 2008 that introduced new visa structures. These external centres, which come as a great support to the Central Administration located in Al Jaffiliya, are spread across Dubai, and offer the same services as the main office in Bur Dubai, including the issue of passports for nationals and entry permits to residents, and other entry visa related procedures in addition to renewal of E-gate cards.
Following a unified comprehensive system, which has been recently implemented by DNRD, employees have undergone thorough training enabling each employee to finalise all transactions and be familiar with the new visa structures. Customers can benefit from DNRD flexible timings, as the new timings from 7.30am to 2.30pm and from 2.30pm to 8pm will suit the needs of a large number of people. Moreover, elderly people, namely at the Hatta Centre, receive special treatment where DNRD officials pick up and deliver their transactions directly to their residences.
Major-General Mohammad Ahmad Al Merri, DNRD Director, said: "Our main mission at the DNRD is to simplify procedures while offering a world-class service to all our customers."
Tuesday, July 29, 2008
New Visa Rules - Transit Visa, Free Entry, Urgent Visit Visa
Transit visa:
It is issued to travellers transiting through UAE airports. It is issued for 96 hours and must be sponsored by an airline operating in the UAE. The visitor must have a valid ticket for onward flight. There is a charge of Dh100.
Urgent visit visas:
Urgent visit visas will no longer be issued, but all visas will be processed on an urgent basis. Earlier, the Residency Department would issue a visit visa on an urgent basis for additional payment of Dh100.
The UAE will not charge 34 nationalities for entry visas, and the free entry permit valid for 30 days on arrival will remain unchanged. This permit is renewable for 30 more days for a fee of Dh500. These visitors will be exempt from the refundable deposit and health insurance rules.
The 34 countries are Britain, France, Italy, Germany, the Netherlands, Belgium, Luxembourg, Switzerland, Austria, Sweden, Norway, Denmark, Portugal, Ireland, Greece, Cyprus, Finland, Malta, Spain, Monaco, Vatican, Iceland, Andorra, San Marino, Liechtenstein, United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, Brunei, Singapore, Malaysia and Hong Kong.
New Visa Rules - Mission Visas
Special Mission Entry Visa
The visa is issued in conjunction with the Labour Ministry's Temporary Work Permits. An applicant must obtain the permit from the Labour Ministry to get the visa.
This is issued for a non-renewable 14-day period for a fee of Dh220 and a delivery charge of Dh10. Commonly known as a transit visa, it is collected by the visitor upon arrival. It is issued to businessmen and tourists sponsored by a company or commercial establishment, or a hotel licensed to operate in the UAE.
Mission visa
The visa is issued in conjunction with the Labour Ministry's Temporary Work Permits. An applicant must obtain the permit from the Labour Ministry to get the visa.
New Visa Rules - Special Visit Visas
Visit visa for medical purposes
Those wishing to undergo treatment must obtain a visit visa for treatment purposes. These visas cost Dh1,110 for a 90-day duration. They can be renewed once for a similar period for Dh610.
Visit visa for events
Visa for guests of the Government
New Visa Rules - Student & Multiple Entry Visa
Student visit visa
These are issued for 60 days and can be renewed twice for a similar period, for a maximum stay of 180 days. These will cost Dh1,110. Each extension will cost Dh610. Students must be registered in one of the universities in the UAE and must obtain health insurance. Additionally, a refundable deposit of Dh1,000 must also be paid.
Multiple entry visa
New Visa Rules - Visit visa
Residents can apply for a 30-day or 90-day visit visa, both of which are non-renewable, for their spouse or blood relatives of 1st or 2nd degree only. These visas will cost Dh610 and Dh1,110 respectively.
Holders can enter the country once within two months from the date of issue. Applicants will also have to pay the Dh1,000 refundable deposit and show proof of health insurance.
Only Emiratis will be allowed to sponsor friends on visit visas. Those visas may or may not be granted, depending on individual cases.
Documents proving kinship or marriage must be submitted, along with a valid reason for the required visit visa.
A foreign wife of a citizen of a GCC country can only obtain a visit visa if she holds a residence visa in the home country of her husband. Sixty-day visit visas are renewable twice, allowing for a total permitted stay of 180 days, can be obtained for domestic helpers who accompany citizens of GCC countries.
Residents in GCC countries and their domestic helpers can obtain a 30-day visit visa, renewable once for a similar period.
Holders can enter the country once within two months from the date of issue. Applicants will also have to pay the Dh1,000 refundable deposit and show proof of health insurance.
Only Emiratis will be allowed to sponsor friends on visit visas. Those visas may or may not be granted, depending on individual cases.
Documents proving kinship or marriage must be submitted, along with a valid reason for the required visit visa.
A foreign wife of a citizen of a GCC country can only obtain a visit visa if she holds a residence visa in the home country of her husband. Sixty-day visit visas are renewable twice, allowing for a total permitted stay of 180 days, can be obtained for domestic helpers who accompany citizens of GCC countries.
Residents in GCC countries and their domestic helpers can obtain a 30-day visit visa, renewable once for a similar period.
Deposit & Insurance Mandatory for all types of UAE Visas
By Samir Salama, Associate Editor (Courtesy – Gulf News)
"Others may have to wait for not more than 90 minutes for security checks."
Speaking on the eve of the introduction of the new rules, Brigadier Al Minhali said a Dh1,000-refundable deposit and proof of health insurance will be mandatory for all visas.
"Sixteen types of visas have been created, including visas for medical treatment and education, to stamp out illegal stay in the country," he said. "Documents required include passport copies, photographs of the visitor and the data of the visitor, including address in home country."
He confirmed staff were ready, the software was in place and visas have been printed. "The system will be up and running smoothly," Brigadier Al Minhali said.
There are several different types of visas available, with the most common being used are visit, tourist and residency visas for foreigners.
Published: July 29, 2008, 00:05
Abu Dhabi: Changes to the visa system take effect on Tuesday, making it easier for people to obtain visas and for authorities to track them down.
"Others may have to wait for not more than 90 minutes for security checks."
Speaking on the eve of the introduction of the new rules, Brigadier Al Minhali said a Dh1,000-refundable deposit and proof of health insurance will be mandatory for all visas.
"Sixteen types of visas have been created, including visas for medical treatment and education, to stamp out illegal stay in the country," he said. "Documents required include passport copies, photographs of the visitor and the data of the visitor, including address in home country."
He confirmed staff were ready, the software was in place and visas have been printed. "The system will be up and running smoothly," Brigadier Al Minhali said.
There are several different types of visas available, with the most common being used are visit, tourist and residency visas for foreigners.
New Visa Rules - UAE Residents Throng Immigration Departments...
UAE residents throng immigration departments to make sense of new visa rules
By Marten Youssef, Staff Reporter (Gulf News)
Published: July 29, 2008, 13:32
Abu Dhabi: Hundreds of residents filled the visa and immigration department from Tuesday morning, hoping to make sense of the new rule changes.
The new visa regulations, which took effect on July 29, were intended to weed out those who are abusing the system and implementing a more rigorous procedure.
For Ayub Shaikh, an Indian national who has been a resident of the UAE for 10 years, welcomes this change as a step forward in the right direction.
"For me, this is much easier today. I am applying to bring my mother. Before, I could only bring her here in increments of three months and I would have to apply and pay every three months. Now, I can bring her here on a resident visa under my name and have her stay for one full year. I only have to pay Dh1,000," he said, emphasising on the fact that the pay is merely a deposit.
Erwin Tauma, a Filipino resident of Abu Dhabi for the past two years, said the process is making it far more difficult for him and his wife to bring their family members over.
Sitting in the typing office next to the visa department, Tauma said: "I can't believe how confusing this is. Not only that, but the prices have drastically increased. It's almost impossible for me and my wife to bring over my sisters to visit. Now we have to pay 600 per person plus a Dh1,000 deposit."
(Courtesy – Gulf News)
By Marten Youssef, Staff Reporter (Gulf News)
Published: July 29, 2008, 13:32
Abu Dhabi: Hundreds of residents filled the visa and immigration department from Tuesday morning, hoping to make sense of the new rule changes.
The new visa regulations, which took effect on July 29, were intended to weed out those who are abusing the system and implementing a more rigorous procedure.
For Ayub Shaikh, an Indian national who has been a resident of the UAE for 10 years, welcomes this change as a step forward in the right direction.
"For me, this is much easier today. I am applying to bring my mother. Before, I could only bring her here in increments of three months and I would have to apply and pay every three months. Now, I can bring her here on a resident visa under my name and have her stay for one full year. I only have to pay Dh1,000," he said, emphasising on the fact that the pay is merely a deposit.
Erwin Tauma, a Filipino resident of Abu Dhabi for the past two years, said the process is making it far more difficult for him and his wife to bring their family members over.
Sitting in the typing office next to the visa department, Tauma said: "I can't believe how confusing this is. Not only that, but the prices have drastically increased. It's almost impossible for me and my wife to bring over my sisters to visit. Now we have to pay 600 per person plus a Dh1,000 deposit."
(Courtesy – Gulf News)
New Visa Rules Came in Effect by 29 July 2008
Dubai Naturalisation and Residency Department (DNRD) has completed all preparations for implementing the Council of Ministers’ Decision No. 16 for the Year 2008 and the Ministerial Decision No. 322 for the Year 2008 regarding amendments to certain provisions of the law of entry and residence of foreigners. Brigadier Obaid Moheir Bin Suroor, Deputy Director of DNRD, said that the new visa rules will be effective from July 29 (Tuesday) at all ports and entry points. Bin Suroor confirmed that all entry permits issued before the implementation of the new law will remain subject to the current rules and regulations, until the expiry of their dates. Brigadier Bin Suroor pointed out that the earlier procedure of issuing entry permits on arrival to citizens of 33 countries remains unchanged with no fees for these visas upon issuance. However these entry permits can only be renewed for an additional period of 30 days only, instead of the current 60 days, for a fee of AED620. Brigadier Bin Suroor revealed that the law of entry and residence of foreigners laid down that the cost of establishment card insurance is AED75,000 in addition to the AED1,000 payable for each tourist permit. Brig. Bin Suroor confirmed that the mechanism for collecting the insurance charges will be implemented at a later stage. Major Mohammed Al Hammadi, Manager, Entry Permits Department, said as per the new regulations, the cost for issuing tourist visa is AED210 if processed online and AED220 if submitted by hand at DNRD offices. The tourist visa is valid for 60 days prior to entering the country for a stay of 30 days, renewable once, for a period of 30 days at the charge of AED610 if processed online and AED620, if submitted manually at DNRD offices. Major Hammadi added that the above mentioned fees included all federal and service charges. Al Hammadi also revealed that according to the new regulation, the tourist visas that were previously issued for 79 nationalities only will now be available for all nationalities. In addition to that, the new rule allows tourism companies to apply for two kinds of permits – Tourist Visas and Mission Visas. In case the holder of either type doesn’t enter the country during the validity period, a new application should be submitted.
Monday, July 28, 2008
Visitors entering UAE soon after 12pm on July 28 'will have to adhere to new visa rules'
By Bassma Al Jandaly, Staff ReporterLast updated: July 28, 2008, 19:08 (Gulf News Report)
Dubai: New UAE visa rules come into force on Monday midnight, July 28, 2008, and visitors coming to the country after 12pm will have to adhere to the new rules and regulations, said Brigadier Obaid Muhayer, Acting Director of Dubai Naturalisation and Residency Department, on Monday. The new regulations will be strictly enforced at all ports of entry, said the official. People availing visa on arrival and transit visa before 12pm on Monday will be entering the country under the old visa rules and those who land soon after 12pm will be on the new rules, said the official. Airport officials have been urged to be patient with passengers who are not aware of the new regulations.
(Courtesy - Gulf News)
Dubai: New UAE visa rules come into force on Monday midnight, July 28, 2008, and visitors coming to the country after 12pm will have to adhere to the new rules and regulations, said Brigadier Obaid Muhayer, Acting Director of Dubai Naturalisation and Residency Department, on Monday. The new regulations will be strictly enforced at all ports of entry, said the official. People availing visa on arrival and transit visa before 12pm on Monday will be entering the country under the old visa rules and those who land soon after 12pm will be on the new rules, said the official. Airport officials have been urged to be patient with passengers who are not aware of the new regulations.
(Courtesy - Gulf News)
Sunday, July 27, 2008
Visit Visas To Be Issued in 10-15 Minutes
From tomorrow, applicants approaching the naturalization and residency departments countrywide with the required documents could get visit visas within 10 to 15 minutes without any extra fees, according to a senior official at the Ministry of Interior (MOI).
Brigadier Nasir Al Awadi Al Minhali, Acting Director-General of the Federal Naturalization and Residency Department (FNRD) in the MOI, told reporters in the capital yesterday that the documents required include passport copies, photographs of the visitor and the data of the visitor including his/her address in his/her home country. The health insurance certificate of the visitor will have to be submitted after the approval of the application.
Under the new visas rule, the applicant must provide the health insurance certificate to the NRD as a major document for all types of visas, including tourist visas. Colonel Rashid Sultan Al Khider, Director of the Legal Department in the MOI, said that the applicants have to pay a refundable guarantee of AED1000. This guarantee should be paid to cover all types of visit visas, including tourist visas.
(News Extract)
AED1000 Deposit for Issuing UAE Visa Could Be Waived for Certain Nationalities
| By Samir Salam, Associate Editor (Courtesy - Gulf News ) |
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Concerning visit visas for friends, Brigadier Al Minhali said residents will not be allowed to bring in friends on visit visas. Only Emiratis will be allowed to sponsor friends on visit visa, which is also conditional, said the official. (Courtesy - Gulf News ) |
Saturday, July 26, 2008
Free Entry to UAE For 34 Nationalities
| By Bassma Al Jandaly, Staff Reporter (Courtesy – Gulf News) |
| The UAE will not charge 34 nationalities for an entry visa and the free entry permit on arrival will remain unchanged, a senior interior ministry official said on Thursday. The 34 countries include the However, the official said the fee will be imposed once a mechanism to collect the visa charges is implemented. He did not specify a date. As per an earlier announcement, the 34 nationalities that earlier got a free visit visa for 60days upon arrival would have had to pay Dh100 for a 30-day visa. (Courtesy – Gulf News) |
Tourist Visa Opened to All Nationalities
| By Bassma Al Jandaly, Staff Reporter (Courtesy – Gulf News) |
| Earlier, nationals from 79 countries in the subcontinent, Al Merri announced the new rules after a meeting with hotel and tourist agency representatives yesterday. He said travel agencies will no longer be allowed to apply for visit visas. "Now these companies will only be allowed to apply for tourist visas," he said. "This will regulate the business and make the process of people travelling to the UAE easier and smooth, as tourism is a high priority for us." Al Merri reiterated that people should apply only through licensed tourism agencies and hotels. Individuals cannot apply for the tourist visas, he added. Short trips to the Iranian island of "Nobody can now go on these visa runs. We don't want people to get stuck [on these trips]," said Al Merri. A visit visa will also not be converted to a work visa, he said. "Applicants will have to go back to their home country and wait for the work visa, which will be authorised by the Ministry of Labour," he said. No free entry The new visa rules will come into force from July 29 and all typing centres will get the software for the new online forms and fee payments by July 28, the official said. He added that those who apply before July 29 will be dealt with on the old system. People applying for any visa will have to pay a refundable deposit of Dh1,000. Separate visas will be issued for various purposes such as medical treatment or studies. "We will know why each person is coming here for and the sponsor will be responsible for the visitor. This will address the issue of illegal overstayers," Al Merri said. As per the new rules, 34 nationalities who earlier got a free visit visa for 60 days upon arrival in the UAE will now have to pay Dh100 for a 30-day visa. Rules --Tourist visas can only be applied for by a licensed hotel or a tourism agency. --Residents can apply for a visa for their spouse or blood relative. --Expatriates will no longer be allowed to sponsor friends, and all visitors should have a health insurance cover. --Medical treatment visas can only be applied through licensed hospitals and clinics. --Education visas can only be applied by a licensed educational institution. --Exhibition and conference visas can only be applied for by the organisers. Do you think the new rule will prove beneficial? (Courtesy – Gulf News) |
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