Employee Visa Cancellation Dubai
Employee Visa Cancellation Dubai support from Al Hadaf Al Masi is designed for UAE employers, employees and families who want a clear, organised process. We review the profile, required documents, official steps and current fees before submission.
Employee Visa Cancellation Dubai – Overview
Employee Visa Cancellation Dubai is the immigration step that formally cancels a private-sector employee’s UAE residence permit. For a MOHRE-regulated private-sector employee, the work permit cancellation must normally be completed first. GDRFA Dubai then requires the sponsor’s passport, the employee’s passport and the MOHRE work-permit cancellation extract. GDRFA currently lists a 48-hour expected completion time and a 60-day grace period after cancellation or expiry.
Quick Service Information
| Information | Details |
| Service | Employee Residence Visa Cancellation |
| Location | Dubai, UAE |
| Authorities | MOHRE first, then GDRFA Dubai for private-sector employee residence |
| GDRFA Cancellation Fee | AED 100 |
| Knowledge Fee | AED 10 |
| Innovation Fee | AED 10 |
| GDRFA Expected Time | 48 hours |
| Post-cancellation Grace Period | 60 days |
| Al Hadaf Service Fee | Quote case by case |
Government fees, labour procedures, insurance premiums and immigration requirements can change. Confirm the latest applicable information before submission.
Documents / Information Required
- Sponsor / company-authorised person passport details as required
- Employee passport
- MOHRE work-permit cancellation extract for private-sector employee
- Residence / visa details
- Additional company or authorisation documents if requested by the service channel
Government / Service Fees
| Official Charge | Amount |
| Residence Permit Cancellation | AED 100 |
| Knowledge Dirham | AED 10 |
| Innovation Dirham | AED 10 |
| MOHRE cancellation-related charges | Check current MOHRE service / penalties if applicable |
| Al Hadaf professional fee | Quote case by case |
Processing Time
GDRFA Dubai currently lists 48 hours as the expected completion time for residence-permit cancellation. The full employer offboarding process can take longer because the MOHRE work permit and employment relationship should be closed first and any outstanding employment or permit issues may need resolution.
How the Process Works
- Confirm the employment relationship has ended and settle employee entitlements.
- Cancel the MOHRE work permit / employment contract as applicable.
- Obtain the MOHRE cancellation extract.
- Submit the residence-permit cancellation to GDRFA Dubai / Amer.
- Pay the applicable GDRFA fees.
- Receive the cancellation confirmation and note the employee’s grace period.
How Al Hadaf Al Masi Can Help
- Initial case review
- Profile-specific document checklist
- MOHRE / GDRFA / insurance process coordination where applicable
- Fee and document review before submission
- Follow-up on missing requirements
- Final confirmation of completed steps
Why Choose Al Hadaf Al Masi?
- UAE experience since 2008
- Dubai-focused employment and residency support
- Clear separation of labour, immigration and insurance steps
- Case-specific document preparation
- No government-approval or insurer-approval guarantees
Important Disclaimer
Al Hadaf Al Masi provides independent professional assistance. Final government approvals, fees and processing times are determined by MOHRE, GDRFA Dubai and other relevant authorities. Insurance coverage and premiums are determined by the licensed insurer.
Need Help With This Service?
Send us the company and employee details, current status and relevant expiry or cancellation information. Al Hadaf Al Masi can review the file and provide a tailored checklist and next steps.
