Jobseekers from certain countries to pay security deposit for UAE visa | ZAWYA MENA Edition

Jobseekers from certain countries to pay security deposit for UAE visa | ZAWYA MENA Edition:

Jobseekers from certain countries coming to the UAE may need to pay a security deposit before they are issued visit and tourist visas, the Federal Authority for Identity and Citizenship has said.

Dr Yousuf Al Sharif, legal adviser to the Federal Authority for Identity and Citizenship, said the authority is considering putting in place "special or pre-conditions" for jobseekers. "If pre-conditions are put in place, it will ensure that these visitors leave the country after the expiry of their visas," said Dr Al Sharif.

The tougher regulations will help the UAE authorities reduce the number of visit visa violators.