UAE now requires passport cover page for entry-permit applications

Dubai, UAE: A recent change requires all UAE entry permit applicants to submit a scan or copy of the passport’s front cover page, in addition to the main information page of the passport.

What changed

• Immigration authorities have issued a new circular instructing that the passport’s external cover page be included in all new entry-permit applications.

• The rule applies to all nationalities and all visa types when submitting a new entry permit.

• This update was communicated through Amer centres in Dubai and typing centres in both Dubai and Abu Dhabi.

Next steps & advice

• Applicants should always verify the latest document requirements directly with authorities like ICP (the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs & Ports Security) and GDRFA-Dubai.

For reference, ICP’s toll-free number is 600 522222, and for GDRFA-Dubai it’s 800 5111

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