Dubai GDRFA Targets Social Media Accounts Selling Unauthorized Visa Services

Dubai’s General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs (GDRFA) has initiated legal proceedings against a series of social media accounts promoting unauthorized visa and residency services. The enforcement action targets platforms that claim to facilitate entry permits and residency processing without the required legal permits from UAE authorities. Crackdown on Unlicensed Services The GDRFA confirmed that its specialized teams are monitoring digital platforms to identify individuals and entities operating outside the legal framework. These accounts often lure applicants with promises of expedited processing or guaranteed approvals, frequently requesting sensitive personal documentation and advance payments. Authorities warned that engaging with these unlicensed intermediaries exposes residents and visitors to significant risks, including identity theft, financial fraud, and legal complications regarding their residency status. Operating such services without a license is a direct violation of UAE federal laws. Specifically, Federal Decree-Law No. 34 of 2021 on Combatting Rumors and Cybercrimes provides a strict legal basis for prosecuting those who use information…