Losing your job in the UAE can be a stressful experience, especially when your children are enrolled in school and you want them to complete their academic year. If your residency visa is cancelled as part of a company restructuring, you may wonder how long you can stay in the country and whether your children can remain legally to finish their studies.
In this guide, we’ll explain the UAE’s visa cancellation rules, grace periods, and options for keeping your children in the country legally. For expert assistance with visa matters, contact Ez Bizz Corporate Services LLC at +971 52 610 6577 or info@ezbizzsetup.com.
What Happens When Your Visa is Cancelled?
According to Article 11 of Federal Decree-Law No. (29) of 2021, if your residency visa is cancelled or expires without renewal, you must leave the UAE within the grace period specified in your visa cancellation document. Failure to do so will result in an administrative fine for each day you overstay.
Key Points to Remember:
- Grace Period: Typically, you have 30 days to either leave the country or change your visa status.
- Family Visa Cancellation: Your family members’ visas (spouse and children) will also be cancelled, as they are tied to your residency visa.
Can Your Children Stay to Complete Their Academic Year?
If your children are in the middle of their academic year, you may explore the following options to keep them in the UAE legally:
Option 1: Transfer Sponsorship to Your Spouse
- If your spouse has a valid UAE residency visa (e.g., through employment), they can sponsor your children’s visas.
- This allows your children to stay in the UAE and continue their education.
Option 2: Put Your Children’s Visas on Hold
- You can request the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs (GDRFA) to put your children’s visas on hold temporarily.
- This gives you time to find a new job and sponsor their visas again.
Option 3: Apply for a Student Visa
If your children are older, they may be eligible for a student visa if they are enrolled in a UAE university or educational institution.
What Happens if You Overstay?
Overstaying your visa can lead to:
- Fines: An administrative fine for each day you stay illegally in the UAE.
- Travel Bans: You may face a travel ban, preventing you from re-entering the UAE in the future.
- Legal Consequences: Overstaying can affect your ability to obtain future visas or residency permits.
Why Choose Ez Bizz Corporate Services LLC?
Navigating visa cancellations and family sponsorship can be overwhelming, but Ez Bizz Corporate Services LLC simplifies the process with:
- Visa Assistance: Helping you explore options to keep your family in the UAE legally.
- Sponsorship Transfers: Assisting with transferring your children’s sponsorship to your spouse.
- Compliance Support: Ensuring you avoid fines and legal issues.
Contact us today for expert guidance on visa matters:
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Conclusion
Losing your job and facing visa cancellation can be challenging, but there are ways to ensure your children can stay in the UAE to complete their academic year. By exploring options like transferring sponsorship or applying for a student visa, you can avoid disruptions to their education.
Need help with visa cancellations or family sponsorship?
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