UAE
Guide to conditions for issuing and renewing the Emirates ID
Service details and information
Documents and papers required to apply via the platforms
To complete the transaction successfully via the specified official electronic platforms, please prepare and prepare the following documents and supporting papers:
- A valid original passport of the beneficiary.
- Old Emirates ID card or unified national file number.
- A recent personal photo that matches the approved standards for identity cards.
- Employer approval or an updated electronic employment contract.
Self-submission steps and procedures
We explain to you the application and review steps officially followed to implement the transaction through government platforms and systems:
Step No. 1
Login to the Authority’s electronic system using the digital ID (UAE Pass).
Step 2
Choose the ID card renewal service and enter the required data accurately.
Step 3
Pay the card issuance fees and update the data electronically.
Step No. 4
Book an appointment for biometric fingerprinting if it has not been updated previously.
Step 5
Receive notification of the issuance of the digital card and deliver the printed copy to the beneficiary.
Expert Advice: Exemptions and Exceptions
Small enterprises or entrepreneurs are exempt from some fees according to the government decisions currently in effect.
Emergency alternatives (manual procedure)
In the event that the electronic portal malfunctions or there are technical issues, you must book an appointment and visit the Ministry’s branches to complete the procedure manually.
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