Federal Authority for Identity

The decision will remain in effect for a month, giving eligible residents the opportunity to re-enter the country without applying for a new entry visa

The decision follows flight disruptions and temporary airspace closures that prevented many passengers from departing the country on schedule

The system automatically sets the card’s validity period based on the applicant’s age, following the same approach used for UAE passports

The initiative is part of the authority’s ongoing efforts to enhance compliance with immigration laws and ensure the lawful residence of foreigners