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What if I can't cancel my student visa after leaving to my home country?
Dear Sir/Madam,
I was studying in the UAE and returned to my home country before my visa expired. I had paid all the fees for my academic year in advance, and there is still one month left until my student visa expires.
I needed to return to my home country due to my injury. I am dropping out of college.
Do I need to cancel the visa, and what are the consequences if I'm unable to cancel my student visa?
Dear Questioner,
According to UAE law, it is mandatory for all students to have a valid student visa while studying in the country.
If you have already left the country and do not plan on returning, it is important to cancel your student visa before it expires. Failure to do so may result in penalties and difficulties in obtaining future visas for the UAE.
To cancel your student visa, you will need to submit a cancellation request to the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs (GDRFA) in the emirate where your visa was issued.
You will also need to provide proof of your departure from the country, such as a copy of your flight ticket or exit stamp on your passport.
If you are dropping out of college and returning to your home country before your student visa expires, it is important to inform the relevant authorities in the UAE about your decision.
You should cancel your student visa before departing to avoid any potential issues in the future.
If you do not cancel your student visa before leaving the country, you may face consequences such as difficulties in obtaining future visas for the UAE, potential fines, and other legal consequences.
It is always better to follow the proper procedures and inform the authorities about your change in status to avoid any complications.
You should contact your university or the relevant immigration authorities in the UAE to understand the procedure for canceling your student visa and ensure a smooth departure from the country.
It is important to comply with the rules and regulations of the UAE to avoid any potential issues in the future.
