What is the difference between a Green Visa and an employment visa?
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How long do I have after my visa is cancelled before I must leave?
Under UAE Federal Decree 33 of 2021, the standard grace period is 60 days from the date of visa cancellation. During this period you are legally present in the UAE. Overstaying the grace period triggers the standard AED 50 per day fine. You can use this time to job hunt, transfer sponsorship, or arrange exit.
Can I hold multiple UAE visas simultaneously?
No — only one active residence visa is permitted at a time. You must cancel any existing residence visa before a new one can be issued. Exceptions are rare: some investor visa holders with employment in a free zone may hold both under specific GDRFA guidance. Tourist entry stamps are separate and not classed as residence visas.