Track visa application

To track your visa application, you need the application number and reference number. When you submit your visa application to any visa service provider, ask them to give you the application number and reference number so you can track the visa yourself through the channels mentioned herein.

• If you applied for a visa to Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ajman, Umm Al Quwain, Ras Al Khaimah and Fujairah track your visa application on the website of Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security (ICP).

• If you applied for Dubai visa or through Amer centres in Dubai, track your visa application through General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs-Dubai

Users can enquire about the status of GDRFA service through the DubaiNow app.

Where to apply for entry permits or visas?

Check visa validity (issuance and expiry dates)

• If you already have an entry permit/residence visa to Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ajman, Umm Al Quwain, Ras Al Khaimah and Fujairah check your visa validity on the website of Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security- ICP.

•  If you already have an entry permit/residence visa in Dubai, check your visa validity through the website of General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs - Dubai.

Alternatively, for any enquiry regarding visa issuance, types and validity, communicate with ICP at the toll free number 600522222 or through ICP feedback platform. 

For Dubai visas, contact Amer service 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.

For more information, please contact:

• The UAE Federal Authority for Identity and Citizenship, Customs and Port Security (ICP)
• General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs – Dubai