You must navigate through the UAE residency rules to save yourself from incurring heavy penalties for Emirates ID and visa non-compliance. The following seven are some significant penalties to consider:
1. Late Emirates ID Registration or Renewal: Late registration or renewal of your Emirates ID within 30 days of expiration triggers a fine of AED 20 per day, subject to a maximum of AED 1,000.
2. Visa Overstay: Overstaying a visit, tourist, or residence visa attracts a fine of AED 50 per day.
3. Giving False Information: Providing false information or incorrect data to the authorities will result in a fine of AED 3,000.
4. Issuing Visas for Non-Existent Facilities: Issuance of visas or entry permits by companies for non-existent facilities will attract heavy penalties of AED 20,000.
5. Misuse of E-Dirham System: Company officials misusing the e-dirham system for unauthorized purposes will be fined AED 500.
6. Lack of Carrying Emirates ID: Failure to present your Emirates ID while making submissions may lead to a penalty of AED 500.
7. Interference with Official Work: Interference with ICP staff in their duties or refusal to cooperate with them can lead to penalties of up to AED 5,000.
To prevent these fines, renew your Emirates ID and visas in time, be truthful and accurate in all official transactions, and follow UAE residency laws.
