Al Awir amnesty centre in Dubai - in pictures

Overstayers at the Amnesty Centre in Al Awir, Dubai. People without valid permits have until the end of month to leave without penalties, or get a job and renew their visa. All Photos: Chris Whiteoak / The National
Authorities confirmed the October 31 amnesty deadline will not be extended
Residents and those who stayed after their visit visa expired face potential penalties if they fail to comply with UAE immigration laws
Lt Col Salem Mohamed Ali Sultan Bin Ali at the Al Awir centre
Innocent Chibuzo at the Al Awir centre
The two-month amnesty initiative was launched on September 1
It offers people on expired visas an opportunity to claim amnesty and either update their documents by finding employment, or leave the country without fear of reprisals, including any overstay fees being waived
People with one-month validity on their passports will also be allowed to apply for amnesty, authorities have announced