ICP & GDRFA Security Protocols 2026
UAE Visa Security Clearance & Amer Interview Guide
Essential handbook on UAE federal security clearance, name match verification, GDRFA Amer interview protocols, and mandatory MoHRE Tawjeeh employee orientation centers.
Federal Background Verification
All visa applications in the UAE undergo automatic **Security Clearance** through federal police databases and national intelligence systems before entry permits are generated.
For specific cases involving name similarities or high-level Golden Visa approvals, applicants may be invited for an **Amer Center or GDRFA Verification Interview**.
Security Verification Stages
| Verification Stage | Authority Involved | Purpose & Document Check |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Initial Electronic Background Check | ICP / GDRFA System | Automated screening against national blacklists & Interpol databases |
| 2. Name Match Resolution (if flagged) | Immigration Security Dept | Manual review of passport details & family name to clear false positive matches |
| 3. GDRFA Amer Interview (if requested) | GDRFA Officers (Dubai) | In-person physical document inspection (Ejari, salary, degree) |
| 4. MoHRE Tawjeeh Orientation | Tawjeeh Centers (Mainland) | Mandatory worker rights & Labour Law educational session before Labour Card |
Documents Needed for GDRFA Amer Interview
- 📘 Original Passport of applicant (and sponsor if family visa)
- 📜 Original Attested Educational Qualification Certificates
- 🏠 Original Ejari Tenancy Contract & recent DEWA bill
- 💼 MoHRE Stamped Employment Contract & Salary Certificate
Tawjeeh Worker Orientation
Skill Level 3 to 9 private sector employees undergo mandatory Tawjeeh training:
- ✅ Learns rights under UAE Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021
- ✅ Guidance on Wage Protection System (WPS) bank accounts
- ✅ Instructions on MoHRE labor dispute reporting (800 60)
- ✅ SIM card & digital Labour Card activation
Frequently Asked Questions
Mandatory background check conducted by ICP/GDRFA verifying criminal records, name matches, and national databases for all entry permits.
GDRFA may request applicants to attend an in-person interview to inspect original passports, degree certificates, and Ejari tenancy contracts.
Mandatory MoHRE orientation for Skill Level 3-9 workers educating them on Labour Law rights, WPS salary accounts, and contract rules.
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GDRFA & MoHRE Service
• GDRFA Dubai Amer Centers: amer.ae
• MoHRE Tawjeeh Centers: mohre.gov.ae