New Service: Return Permit for Residents Outside UAE for More Than 6 Months

A new service will be available on the Dubai Trade platform: Return Permit for Residents Outside UAE for More Than 6 Months. This service allows employees with valid Residence Permits who have been outside the UAE for more than six months to submit a request for GDRFA approval to re-enter the country.

How to Apply:

To access the service, navigate through the following menu in the portal:

Employee Services - > Residence Permit (RP) - > Return Permit for Resident outside UAE more than 6 months

The following information is required when submitting your request:

• Employee Number: Search and select the employee
• Exit Date: Must be at least 180 days prior (select from calendar)
• Applicant Email Address: Approved document will be sent to this email (It can also be downloaded from the portal under the same service request.).
• PRO/Employee Mobile Number
• Reason for Absence Over 6 Months:

         - Study

         - Health Reason

         - Crises and Disasters

         - Other (please specify details)

Service Fee: AED 575

Important Note: If the applicant has been outside the UAE for more than 7 months, additional charges may apply as per GDRFA requirements.