The UAE’s Cabinet has approved various identity and citizenship amendments. The decisions include suspending the decisions related to the residency of expatriates, visas, entry permits and identity cards valid from 11 July 2020.

The Federal Authority for Identity and Citizenship has been authorised to start collecting the fees owed for services it provides from 12 July 2020. The Cabinet also approved a one-month grace period for UAE nationals and GCC nationals and residents who have spent less than six months abroad to renew their documents.