Awards and Certificates

Awards and Certificates

The General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs Dubai is proud of its world-class achievements that contributed to the GDRFD obtaining prestigious local, regional and international awards. In line with the strategic objectives of GDRFA in consolidating a culture of leadership and corporate governance. Reaching global leadership and that because of determined efforts based on continuous improvement and development and its adoption of best International practices and the latest pioneering and innovative technologies and the advancement of performance, efficiency and service to the highest rates, not only at the local and regional level, but also at the global level.
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The ABLF Lifetime Achievement Award 2021 International Awards [2021]

The Honourable The Asian Business Leadership Forum presented Lieutenant General Mohammed Al Marri, Director General of the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs in Dubai, with the ABLF Lifetime Achievement Award alongside a group of other world leaders for his successful initiatives in the city's visa system, which were crucial in promoting Dubai as an alluring tourist and investment destination that draws the best talent. in the global.

bowling championship GOV GAMES 2021 National Awards [2021]

In the tournament held by the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, and Ports Security, the Dubai residence team placed first, and the women's team, which had eight players, took the top five spots. Sergeant Reem Jamal took first place, followed by Undersecretary Mira Al-Badou in second, (civilian) Asma Al-Suwaidi in third, Sergeant Hasnaa Muhammad in fourth, and Lieutenant Najla Buamim in fifth.
This competition fits into the administration's strong interest in seeing its staff members participate in team sports like these in order to highlight the value of sports in a variety of situations and conditions, improve staff members' physical health, foster a sense of teamwork, and spread the word about sports.

GCC GOV HR 2021 Regional Awards [2021]

The Dubai Residency won the Gulf Awards for Government Human Resources 2021 for the Best Initiative in the Field of Emiratisation for its Outstanding Contribution in the Field of Emiratisation in recognition of its efforts and excellence in managing the Emiratisation file. The Dubai Establishment always strives to be proactive in adopting contemporary practices that are compliant with governmental directives and applicable legislation. Emiratisation has been and remains one of its top priorities. the settlement file's direction.

TEJARI PROCUREMENT EXVELLENCE AWARDS DUBAI GOVERNMENT EDITION 2021 National Awards [2021]

The General Administration received the Tejari Award for Excellence in Procurement for the Government of Dubai in recognition of Dubai's efforts in the digital transformation of government procurement management in the Emirate of Dubai as the first government entity to successfully integrate with the digital identity with the application of the UAE Digital Identity UAE Pass to sign electronic contracts.

Continual Improvement Subgroup 2021 National Awards [2021]

The "Happiness Card" initiative from Dubai Residency won among 86 participants from inside and outside the nation, as well as their families, in the Happiness category of the International Award for Innovation, Improvement, and Development.
The card allows them to view all offers and discounts that include various sectors and joint stock partnerships.

Emirates Innovate Award 2021 National Awards [2021]

The UAE Innovation Award's Dubai Residency took first place in the category for best innovation in streamlining procedures (smart travel). Invent in 2021.
The Mohammed bin Rashid Center for Government Innovation established the award, which is a reflection of government policies in the UAE encouraging the development of innovative projects and initiatives aimed at bettering community members' lives and advancing the country's march into the future.

Dubai Government Excellence 2022 National Awards [2022]

"The General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs in Dubai has advanced to the elite level after winning awards for being the best government organization, the best organization for implementing the Dubai Plan 2021, the best organization for efficiency and governance, and the best organization for innovation.
Additionally, it received scores of 94.1% in the Employee Happiness Study, 74.79% for best entity in the field of emiratization, and 83% for best entity welcoming to people with ambition.
The investigation and follow-up sector's First Lieutenant / Nora Hamid Al-Awaim took home third place for being the best employee in the customer service department.

Dubai Government Excellence Program 2012 National Awards [2012]

In the financially distinguished government agencies category, the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs in Dubai took first place in the Dubai Government Distinguished Performance Program in 2012. Additionally, Col. Khaled Nasser Al-Razouki took first place in the category of distinguished government workers.