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How do I cancel a residence visa in Abu Dhabi?

Asked by Anonymous·Jun 26, 2026·1 answers
My family's residence visas were issued in Abu Dhabi and we're relocating, so I need to know which authority handles cancellation there.

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Residence visas issued in Abu Dhabi are cancelled through the ICP, which handles residency services for Abu Dhabi and most emirates outside Dubai. Use the ICP smart app, website, or an approved typing-centre channel, with the sponsor usually initiating. For an employment visa, the work permit is cancelled first through MOHRE (mainland) or the relevant free-zone authority, then the residence permit through ICP; for family visas, the sponsor cancels the dependents' permits. You'll generally need passport and Emirates ID details plus the visa file number. Keep the confirmation — a grace period normally follows — and confirm current steps on official ICP channels. Full guide: Abu Dhabi visa cancellation.
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