Abu Dhabi: Authorities in the UAE have announced the renewal of expired work permits and residence visas through its online portal, Khaleej Times reported.
Work permits and residence visas will also be issued and renewed automatically for labourers employed by companies along with support service staff such as domestic workers.
The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation and the Federal Authority for Identity and Citizenship have additionally exempted workers whose work permits have expired from undergoing medical tests.
Fees for such services will be collected through authorised payment channels and once paid, workers will remain legitimate residents of the UAE.