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It is standard practice in the UAE to apply for the renewal of a visa a short period before it expires. Andrew Parsons / The National
It is standard practice in the UAE to apply for the renewal of a visa a short period before it expires. Andrew Parsons / The National
'My contract has expired but I haven't received my new visa and Emirates ID yet. Should I be worried?'
The time frame is not unusual as it can take a little time to be processed, especially as many government employees are still working remotely
Keren Bobker
February 21, 2021