How To Check or Pay Overstay Fine in UAE Online

If you stay past the end date of your visa in the UAE, you may have to face daily fines and legal actions. No matter if you reside on a tourist, work, or visit visa, paying any penalties as soon as possible is needed and wise. Here, we are going to help you pay any overstay fines that you may have over the internet using official government websites.

What Is an Overstay Fine in the UAE?

If your visa has run out and you still stay in the UAE, you will have to pay a fine each day. As directed by UAE immigration, residents and visitors are to pay AED 50 a day for being overstayed. If your time is not received properly and allows you to remain for more than allowed, such as missing a check-in, you can be found in violation of the law and could be deported or blacklisted.

How To Check Overstay Fine on GDRFA Website

GDRFA offers people an easy way to view and pay their fines online.

By File Number:

1. Go to the website of GDRFA.
2. Go to the section for checking fines.
3. Choose the option “File Number” when you need to search by file number.
4. Pick the Visa Type from the options: Resident or Permit.
5. Set the Place of Issue.
6. Please type the file number as 00/000/0000/0000.
7. Enter the person’s date of birth and gender.
8. Fill in the captcha and then click Submit.

Passport Number

1. Select Fines Inquiry Service.
2. Choose Passport as the search type.
3. Please enter the passport number and nationality.
4. Fill in the Date of Birth and Gender.
5. Answer the captcha and then press the Submit button.

By Emirates ID or UDB Number:

1. Go to the Fines Inquiry Service.
2. You can use your Emirates ID or UDB Number as your identification number.
3. Fill in the ID number, Date of Birth, and Gender.
4. Finish the captcha challenge and then press Submit.

How To Check Visit Visa Overstay Fine in UAE

Who has a visit visa must use this process:

1. Visit the GDRFA to look into your penalties.
2. Look up your file number and then click on the ‘Permit (Not Resident)’ option.
3. Enter your File Number.
4. Add your Date of Birth and Gender.
5. View and inspect detailed information.

Check & Pay Overstay Fines Using ICA Website

With the use of ICA, you can check and pay any fines that you have.

Using File Number:

1. You can go to ICA ICP Website.
2. Open the drop-down menu and pick “File Number”.
3. Input the File Number, the Date of Birth, and Nationality.
4. Pay and review the fine that was imposed.
5. Next, click on the button to move to payment.
6. Use your credit/debit card and get an SMS/email to confirm your purchase.

Using Passport Number:

1. Visit the ICP website.
2. Pick the module titled Select Citizens of Certain Countries.
3. Enter the passport number, the type, date of birth, and nation of the applicant.
4. Get the text from the captcha and fill it in.
5. After that, hit Next and enter the details of your payment card.

How Much Is the Overstay Fine in the UAE?

• AED 50 is the daily fee for both those that live in Abu Dhabi and those who are visiting.
• Since 2022, there is no difference in the types of visas provided.
• Ignoring a fine can result in more penalties from the court.

Why It’s Important to Check Visa Fines

If you do not pay your fines, you may face some consequences.

• Increased penalties
• Summons from the court or legal actions
• Deportation
• Halting the service of financial or legal assistance
• Being unable to enter UAE and GCC region.

How to Handle Outstanding Fines

1. Access the ICP or GDRFA website to learn about the amount you need to pay.
2. If you are able to control the fine, go online and pay it there.
3. For people with many documents or special permit cases, go to an Immigration Office in the UAE.
4. Carry all the necessary documents with you.

• Your copy of your passport and visa
• Letter for asking for overstay forgiveness
• Examples of supporting documents are medical reports.
• If you can show that money issues are the reason for your decision, please include it.

Fine Reduction or Waiver Process

You can request for a reduction in fine at either the ICP or the GDRFA office. Submit:

• Passport and visa photcopies
• A letter showing your medical or financial situation
• Records from your bank or the hospital
• The application has a section for uploading a photo.

Real Case Example

The following is an example of a case where machine learning was used.

Someone living in Dubai was charged a fine of AED 9,000. After making an appeal, the court decided to knock AED 4,700 off the verdict. Still, he has the option to apply again under financial difficulties, but the approval cannot be guaranteed.

Tips To Avoid Visa Fines

• Always remember the date on which your visa will expire.
• Make sure to renew your parking early on in the day.
• Install reminder applications or go for the official UAE visa apps.
• You have at least 30 days after the expiry date before you aren’t allowed to use the card anymore.
• Leaving UAE should be done prior to the completion of your grace period.
• Ensure that you apply for an extension to your visa with plenty of time in advance.