MOFA Streamlines Return Permits for UAE Golden Visa Holders Abroad
The UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) now offers a free, single-use return permit for Golden Visa holders and their dependents under 18 who lose or damage their passports while traveling, processed online within 30
UAE Golden Visa holders who experience passport loss or damage while abroad can now quickly obtain a return permit to re-enter the country. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) has introduced a streamlined, entirely online service that issues a free, single-use permit within 30 minutes.
Key Features of the Return Permit
This new service aims to provide peace of mind for Golden Visa holders, allowing them to return to the UAE swiftly to complete the process of obtaining a replacement passport from within the country. The permit is valid for seven days from issuance.
Eligibility and Scope
The permit covers not only the Golden Visa holder but also any accompanying dependents under the age of 18. Its single-use nature means it is valid for one entry into the UAE after the passport incident.
Questions, answered
- What is the MOFA return permit?
- It is a free, single-use document issued by the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) that allows Golden Visa holders who have lost or damaged their passport while abroad to return to the UAE.
- Who is eligible for this return permit?
- The permit is specifically for UAE Golden Visa holders and their dependents under 18 years old who encounter passport issues (loss or damage) while traveling outside the UAE.
- How long does it take to get the return permit?
- The MOFA return permit is processed entirely online and can be issued within 30 minutes of application.
- For how long is the return permit valid?
- The permit is valid for seven days from the date of its issuance, allowing the holder to travel back to the UAE within that period.
This brief was summarised and rewritten by Gaia Living from public reporting. Figures and details reflect the original sources.