22-07-2025
UAE: Over 32,000 visa violators recorded in first half of 2025
More than 32,000 UAE visa violators were apprehended from January to June this year, the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security (ICP) announced on Tuesday, noting inspection campaigns were carried out 'to enhance compliance with the laws and regulations governing the residence and employment of foreigners in the country.'
'A number of those apprehended were also detained in preparation for being referred to the competent authorities to enforce the law against them,' said Major Gen Suhail Saeed Al Khaili, director general of the ICP, adding the 'inspection campaigns were aimed at reducing the number of violators and to ensure a dignified life for residents and visitors in the UAE."
