How to Check Emirates ID Status: A Step-by-Step Guide
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What is an Emirates ID?
The Emirates ID is essential for accessing government services and clearing immigration e-gates at UAE airports. If you are an expatriate, the document remains valid for the same duration as your visa.
How to Get an Emirates ID?
Step 1 : Apply for a new Emirates ID on the website of the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs, and Ports Security (ICP). You can also apply through an accredited typing center
Step 2 : Pay the requisite fee as prescribed by the government. The fee depends on your visa type
Step 3 : If you are applying for your first Emirates ID, you must visit the nearest ICP center to provide your biometric details
Step 4 : An SMS is sent to all successful applicants directing them to visit a post office. Please visit the specific post office along with your original passport to pick up your Emirates ID
Steps to Check Your Emirates ID Status
Step 1 : Visit the official website of the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs, and Ports Security (ICP)
Step 2 : On the home page, please navigate to the ‘Check Application Status’ section
Step 3 : Enter the Emirates ID number or the application number in the space provided
Step 4 : Your application status will be instantly displayed on the screen
Please contact customer support at 600 522222 if you need help with checking your Emirates ID status.
How to Check the Emirates ID Status With Your Passport Number?
Step 1 : Visit the ICP Smart Services portal
Step 2 : On the main page, select the ‘Public Services’ option
Step 3 : On the subsequent page, select the ‘File Validity’ option. On the next page, select the option to search by ‘Passport Information’. Enter all your passport details in the columns below.
Step 4 : Click on the ‘Search’ button. Your Emirates ID application status will be displayed on the screen
How to Download Your Emirates ID Online? Easy Steps to Follow
Step 1 : Download the UAE Pass app from the Google Play Store or the Apple App Store. Register with your Emirates ID number and confirm your identity through the app’s facial recognition feature
Step 2 : Select the category of Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs, and Ports Security (ICP)
Step 3 : Click on the ‘Emirates ID’ option and complete the face scan
Step 4 : Click and download the digital Emirates ID on your phone
How to Check Your Emirates ID Fine?
Visit the official website of Dubai/Abu Dhabi Police or download their respective apps
Click on ‘Public Services’ and ‘Traffic Fine Enquiry’ options
Now select the ‘Inquiry by Emirates ID’ option and enter your Emirates ID
Enter the captcha code and click ‘Submit’ to get complete details of your fines and penalties
How to Renew Your Emirates ID?
Visit the ICP Smart Services portal and go to the ‘Services’ section on the main page
Select the ‘Renew ID Card’ option and click on ‘Start Service’
On the subsequent page, please log in with your UAE Pass credentials
Provide all the requisite information and pay the fees online
The renewed Emirates ID will be delivered to your registered address
How Much Does the Emirates ID Cost?
The cost of an Emirates ID depends on its validity. The applicants must ensure that the validity of their Emirates ID matches the validity of their visa.
While an Emirates ID with a 2-year validity costs around AED 400, a longer one with a 10-year validity costs around AED 1,150.
What are the Benefits of Having an Emirates ID?
The Emirates ID can be used as proof of identity to access various government services related to the RTA, municipality, real estate registration, etc
The Emirates ID has made traveling more convenient for residents by replacing the residency visa stamp in their passports. It has also simplified and expedited the airport immigration procedure for UAE citizens & residents
The UAE citizens can use this document in place of their passports when they travel to other GCC countries
The Emirates ID can be used to undertake banking transactions in the UAE
Cardholders can use their IDs in place of health insurance cards at clinics and hospitals across the UAE
The linking of Emirates ID with the ADNOC wallet has enabled easy payment for fuel at smart service stations
What If I Lose My Emirates ID?
AED 300 payable for replacing the ID
Application fee of AED 70 for applications submitted at typing centers or AED 40 for applications submitted online
An extra fee of AED 150 is payable for express ID replacement services at the ICA Customer Happiness Center
How to change the mobile number in an Emirates ID?
Visit the official website of the Federal Authority for Identity and Citizenship (ICA)
Under Services, go to Smart Services. Select Other Services > Personal Information > Update Personal Information > Update. Then click ‘Start Service’
Select your nationality. You may be asked to furnish additional information based on your nationality
Provide other details such as your name, date of birth, email ID, passport number, and Emirates ID number
Go to the mobile number information page. Your old number registered earlier will be displayed here
Enter the new mobile number and get an OTP for confirmation
Provide your address and check the captcha box
Check all the details that you have provided until now before you pay the prescribed fees
Upon successful payment, a verification mail will be sent along with the receipt. The new number generally gets updated within 2 to 7 days
Frequently Asked Questions On the Emirates ID
To change the photo, please visit an ICP customer happiness center with your original passport and existing Emirates ID. The new photo must be passport-sized with a white background. Fill out the application form and submit it along with the required documents by paying the prescribed fees. Within 48 hours you will receive a message with details of the post office where you can collect the updated ID.
Medical test results are usually available within 3-5 working days. The ICA then starts processing your application entailing an additional 4-5 working days. So it may take around 7 to 10 working days after a medical test to get your Emirates ID.
The citizens and residents of the UAE can travel to other GCC countries with an Emirates ID. A passport is mandatory to travel outside the GCC region.
After the ICP stopped issuing residency stickers to expat workers, the Emirates ID also serves as valid proof of their residency status in the UAE.
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