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ICA UAE Approval becomes the most discussed topic since April, many stranded residents are not happy as they are about to loose their jobs. But don't worry as ICA entry permit has started giving approvals to individuals from August 5.


Do you want to get ICA Approval? Let’s start an important guide through which stranded residents outside UAE can get ICA re entry permit easily.

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How to get ICA approval to enter UAE:

Almost every stranded resident already tried and know how to apply for an ICA Approval and hopefully you are well aware of the required documents, but still we will cover each and everything which will definitely help people in need.

Click below Link to visit ICA website.



Step 1: Personal Information

Once clicked above link, you will be redirected to official website of ICA, write following details in the box.

·       UAE Identity Number (Emirates ID)
·       Name in English and Arabic
·       Valid Passport Number
·       Choose passport type and Nationality
·       Date of Birth
·       Email address to receive approval mail
·       2 Mobile numbers (it can be same)
·       Select Reason (family visit)


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Step 2: Arrival Information

Write your expected arrival date, keep at least 15 days gape and write time. Now select your country you are residing, select arrival airport (do not choose Dubai). Choose airline you wish to travel with.


Note: Check airline routine timings and write the same time. 


arrival information for ICA Approval

Step 3: Upload Documents

The required documents to get Approval are only Passport and Residence visa copy (both should be valid). Upload HD (High Quality) jpeg copies so you won’t get rejected. Once uploaded both click next button.


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Note: ICA approval for UAE Residents does not require any NOC or company letter.

Step 4:
Check and confirm your personal information you provided, double check your passport number, name and email address. Once confirmed the both personal and arrival information, click next.


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Step 5:
Click on I agree to the terms and conditions and submit your request. There is no fee for this service; the approval is free of cost.


ICA re entry permit


Once you submitted the request, you will be notified by email with reference number. 



You can track your application status through below link.

Now you need to wait for at least 24 hours, sometimes ICA reply in minutes but normally it take at least 24 hours to reply. Earlier ICA was replying with only 2 options in mail (approved or rejected).






After getting ICA Approval to enter UAE, do PCR test, now you should travel within 48 hours (2 days) of the test result mentioned in the examination result.  You must travel within 48 hours of approval; your permit will become invalid after 48 hours.

Covid-19 test online Process:

You can complete your coronavirus swab test online which is a bit expensive than doing it physically by paying cash payment to lab, if you still want to do it online, click here for full guide.

All selected labs are linked with ICA, once you provide them with your reference number and supporting documents, your test result automatically sent to ICA for approval or rejection mail.

Important Points:

·       You can only travel if you have Covid-19 vaccination certificate and your pcr test result comes negative.
·       Dubai residents do not require ICA approval.
·       ICA approval is for all UAE residents except Dubai.
·       Keep copy of your test with you on the day you travel.
·       ICA is currently approving requests for category 1 and 2 professions, category 3 and 4 can still apply as approvals started, check your category from here.



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