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Please note that if the resident expatriate holding a valid residence visa stays outside the UAE for more than 6 months for a reason other than the reasons mentioned above, his residence visa will be invalidated, and he will not be able to enter the UAE until he has applied for a new entry permit.
You can inquire about the status of the visa through
 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 and Citizenship- ICA (the eChannel for residency and citizenship).

• If you already have an entry permit/residence visa in Dubai, check your visa validity through Amer-GDRFA in Dubai.

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