DISPLAYING ITEMS BY TAG: Residence Permits

Pursuant to the previous circular, titled “Changes in Residence Permits Renewal (Exemption from Medical Fitness Test)” dated 26^th of March 2020, we would like to inform you that the Ministry of Health & Prevention (MoHAP) and the Federal Authority for Identity & Citizenship (ICA) announced a waiving of medical fitness test procedure while applying for residence permit renewal and an update on medical fitness test for new residence visa stamping. The new procedures shall be effective from Wednesday 01 April 2020, until further notice.

Under the new update, the services mentioned will be enabled in the portal with minor changes that will be applicable until further notice.

Residence Visa Renewal & Residence Visa Renewal with Employment Contract Amendment:

As announced by MoHAP that the medical fitness test will be waived, customer is only requested to select the application type as “Normal”, and it shall process it via system automatically. Once Resident permits is renewed, customer shall receive a notification directly from GDRFA.

Once the medical result is received, it shall be uploaded along with the Emirates ID biometric application as well as the rest of the required documents via the portal for our update as recently announced that no physical documents will be collected.

Once Residence Permit is issued, customer shall receive a notification directly from GDRFA.

Note:

• Medical application fees shall be refunded upon customer request after Residence Permit stamping application is completed.
• No medical application to be prepared, provided or uploaded for Residnet Permit Renewal.
• No medical test will be processed in medical centers other than the below mentioned.

Following are the available centres:

As part of preventive and precautionary measures to contain COVID-19, the National Disinfection Programme has been renewed for two weeks from Saturday, 4^th of April 2020, pursuant to the decision of Dubai’s Supreme Committee of Crisis and Disaster Management. Restrictions on the movement of vehicular traffic and the public are now extended to include daytime as well, covering 24 hours.

Accordingly, kindly be informed that the following medical fitness centers will be temporarily closed during this period:

As part of preventive and precautionary measures to contain COVID-19, the National Disinfection Programme has been renewed for two weeks from Saturday, 4^th of April 2020, pursuant to the decision of Dubai’s Supreme Committee of Crisis and Disaster Management. Restrictions on the movement of vehicular traffic and the public are now extended to include daytime as well, covering 24 hours.

Accordingly, kindly be informed that the following medical fitness centers will be temporarily closed during this period:

Pursuant to the previous circulars with regard to changes in residence permits and Emirates ID procedures, kindly note that enhanced changes have been made, taking into account the specific circumstances and needs of businesses and individuals.

Subject to the above mentioned changes, those willing to leave the UAE will be able to stamp the residence visa on their passport. Stamping shall be processed at Zajil Service Center – Emirates Post Deira Main Office Building, Abu Hail area, behind Abu Hail center, during the working hours from 07:30am to 01:30pm (Tel: 04 7018000 – Click here for the map).

Please note that the residence visa shall only be stamped through the company's representative or PRO, by the following steps:

• The Representative/PRO shall go to Zajil Service Center, Emirates Post Deira Main Office Building, for visa stamping (residents permit sticker) on the passport.
• The Representative/PRO shall submit the original passport, copy of residence visa (received via e-mail), and a copy of the flight ticket.
• The departure date must be within two weeks from the date of the application.

Pursuant to the previous circulars with regard to changes in residence permits and Emirates ID procedures, kindly note that enhanced changes have been made, taking into account the specific circumstances and needs of businesses and individuals.

Subject to the above mentioned changes, those willing to leave the UAE will be able to stamp the residence visa on their passport. Stamping shall be processed at Zajil Service Center – Emirates Post Deira Main Office Building, Abu Hail area, behind Abu Hail center, during the working hours from 07:30am to 01:30pm (Tel: 04 7018000 – Click here for the map).

Please note that the residence visa shall only be stamped through the company's representative or PRO, by the following steps:

• The Representative/PRO shall go to Zajil Service Center, Emirates Post Deira Main Office Building, for visa stamping (residents permit sticker) on the passport.
• The Representative/PRO shall submit the original passport, copy of residence visa (received via e-mail), and a copy of the flight ticket.
• The departure date must be within two weeks from the date of the application.

Given the current situation in view of the pandemic caused by Coronavirus (COVID-19), we would like to inform you that the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation, Ministry of Health & Prevention and the Federal Authority for Identity & Citizenship announced waiving of medical fitness test procedure while applying for residence permit renewal.

And under the new measures, the following services will be suspended temporarily until further notice:

• Jafza RP Renewal
• Jafza RP Renewal with EC Amend
• Jafza Released Signed In

Based on the above, Jafza Service Center will remain closed until further notice.
Your safety is our top priority. We thank you for your continued support and cooperation.

Please note that it is not mandatory to upload the EIDA application copy while applying for Residence stamping of New, Renewal and Released sign In.

EIDA application can be typed and submitted directly at any typing centre.

Please note that it is not mandatory to upload the EIDA application copy while applying for Residence stamping of New, Renewal and Released sign In.

EIDA application can be typed and submitted directly at any typing centre.

Please note that it is not mandatory to upload the EIDA application copy while applying for Residence stamping of New, Renewal and Released sign In.

EIDA application can be typed and submitted directly at any typing centre.

As part of our commitment to improving service efficiency, we are pleased to inform you that Jafza will be upgrading its Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems. This upgrade will enable faster processing, enhanced transparency, and a more seamless digital experience across all your financial transactions. 

System Migration Schedule 

As part of this transition, Jafza’s finance system will be migrated to the new platform. During the migration period (28 November – 3 December 2025): 

• The following payment-related services will be temporarily unavailable: 

• Lease Invoice Payment 
• Other Invoice Payment 
• Make Deposit 
• Apply for Post Dates Checks (PDC) Extensions 

• To avoid delays or service interruptions, please ensure your Portal account has a sufficient balance on or before 27 November 2025. 
• All non-payment services will remain fully operational. 

Service Name Updates on Dubai Trade 

Following the migration, you will notice changes in the names of certain payment-related services on the Dubai Trade portal, as outlined below: 

These updates aim to make payment processes more intuitive and user-friendly while aligning service names with the new system functionalities. Further details will be shared shortly in our upcoming circular.  

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.

We would like to remind you of the following compliance requirements under recent Cabinet Decisions:

Company Changes (Cabinet Decision No. 109 of 2023, Article 8)
Companies must notify Jafza of any changes to company details, shareholding, directors, or management within 15 days from the date of change.

Complex Ownership Structures and Parent Entity Changes (Cabinet Decision No. 132 of 2023)
Companies are required to disclose if they have a complex ownership structure or if there is a change to the legal entity type of their parent company.

Failure to comply with these requirements may result in administrative penalties. For full details, please review:

• Cabinet Decision No. 109 of 2023
• Cabinet Decision No. 132 of 2023

In line with the directives of the Federal Authority For Identity & Citizenship, Customs & Port Security, we would like to inform you that the duration of the residence permit has been revised to one year and two years only. This will also apply to applicants who have submitted their documents through Dubai Trade recently for the purpose of renewing or stamping the residence permits.

Therefore, the 3-year residence permit option will be disabled with immediate effect.

Also, kindly note that the overstay fine has been increased to AED 50 per day.

In line with the directives of the Federal Authority For Identity & Citizenship, Customs & Port Security, we would like to inform you that the duration of the residence permit has been revised to one year and two years only. This will also apply to applicants who have submitted their documents through Dubai Trade recently for the purpose of renewing or stamping the residence permits.

Therefore, the 3-year residence permit option will be disabled with immediate effect.

Also, kindly note that the overstay fine has been increased to AED 50 per day.

In line with the directives of the Federal Authority For Identity & Citizenship, Customs & Port Security, we would like to inform you that the duration of the residence permit has been revised to one year and two years only. This will also apply to applicants who have submitted their documents through Dubai Trade recently for the purpose of renewing or stamping the residence permits.

Therefore, the 3-year residence permit option will be disabled with immediate effect.

Also, kindly note that the overstay fine has been increased to AED 50 per day.