KATHMANDU, March 3: The Embassy of Nepal in the United Arab Emirates has clarified that Nepali nationals who have overstayed their visas due to the evolving situation in the Middle East will not face penalties.
In a notice issued on Tuesday, the embassy stated that no fines will be imposed on Nepali citizens whose visas expired after February 28 and who were unable to leave the UAE due to the current circumstances.
Nepalis worry for their loved ones in Middle East
Meanwhile, Nepal’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs has launched a new online portal to collect information about Nepalis residing in the UAE and to coordinate necessary rescue and support efforts. Citizens facing difficulties have been urged to promptly update their details through the portal.
According to the embassy, priority will be given to those stranded in transit, as well as individuals whose visas have expired or been cancelled by their employers and who were preparing to return to Nepal but are currently unable to do so.
