How to update your Emirates ID in the UAE
The Emirates ID is the proof of identity for UAE citizens and residents issued by the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs & Ports Security. Whether you need to update personal details or correct misinformation, the procedure for amending the data on your Emirates ID is the same. Read on to learn more about the process of Emirates ID update.
REPORTING CHANGES FOR EMIRATES ID UPDATE
Emirates ID holders are required to report any changes in their personal information to the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs & Ports Security (ICP) within one month before the exact date of the change.
Visit any Customer Happiness Centre or ICP branch to process the request. After successfully reporting the required updates, it’s time to look at the various types of information to update Emirates ID.
Emirates ID Information Update
The Emirates ID card consists of two data types: key and non-key. Basic information, including your name, date of birth and nationality, comes under the key data category. The variable information on your ID card, such as your address and occupation, is the non-key data.
Previously, if you wanted to amend any of the key information, you would have to visit the nearest branch office of the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs & Ports Security or a Customer Happiness Centre. However, non-key information changes were possible using any e-service kiosks at the centre or online.
However, from August 2023, one can update certain Emirates ID details online even if it is in the key data category.
Visit the ICP data update service section for more information.
WHAT DOCUMENTS ARE REQUIRED FOR EMIRATES ID UPDATE IN THE UAE?
For any changes in the information, you need to present the necessary documents to prove your identity and support the changes. Here is a checklist of the documents required for various categories.
DOCUMENTS REQUIRED FOR UAE CITIZENS
- Original UAE ID Card
- Supporting documents to verify data
- A valid medical report from the Ministry of Health or UAE health authority to exempt People of Determination or the elderly from ID card issuance fees.
- Social insurance certificate attested from the Ministry of Community Development (for those benefiting from social insurance) to be exempted from the ID card issuance fees.
- Original POA for the person acting on behalf of the customer if the competent person is absent and a third party applies.
DOCUMENTS REQUIRED FOR GCC RESIDENTS AND EXPATS
- Supporting documents to update data
- Original diplomatic, consular cards and membership cards of international organisations for heads and members of diplomatic and consular missions and international organisations existing in the country to be exempted from ID card issuance fees.
- A valid medical report from the Ministry of Health or UAE health authority (to exempt people of determination)
- Original POA for the person acting on behalf of the customer, if the competent person is absent and a third party submits the application
- Document proving residency in the country
OFFLINE PROCESS FOR EMIRATES ID UPDATE IN THE UAE
Here is a step-by-step guide to modifying the Emirates ID:
- Visit the nearest Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs & Ports Security Branch.
- Fill out the information changing form and submit it with all the required documents.
- Pay the application fee
- AED 40 Service Fees
- AED 150 Fees for issuing a card with the updated data
- AED 150 Fees for Urgent Service.
- Total Emirates ID update fees per service category AED 340
- Proceed with biometrics (fingerprints, photographs etc.)
- You will quickly receive an SMS from ICP with the details about when you can pick up your new Emirates ID. The SMS will also state the post office where you can receive the new card.
- Go to the mentioned post office and claim the new ID card.
Any requested changes to the Emirates ID usually take two days (48 hours) to be processed. The process can be quick and hassle-free, provided you have all the documents.
ONLINE EMIRATES ID UPDATE IN THE UAE
The UAE Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs, and Ports Security (UAEICP) has taken another initiative to enhance customers’ experience.
Are you wondering how to update Emirates ID online or how to change your occupation in Emirates ID? Visit the ICP website or their app. If you have to change your name, current occupation, employer name, passport details or nationality, it can be requested via the official ICP online portal.
The required documents include:
- A coloured passport photograph
- Passport copy
- Current Emirates ID copy (front and back)
- Signed letter from your sponsor concerning the amendment
To start the process you would need your UAE Pass login credentials. Once you log in, click “Update Personal Information” and make the required changes. After completion, you have to pay a fee of AED 200. This includes the smart service fee, federal authority fee and application processing.
Please ensure that all the information is accurate. A mistake can lead to your application being rejected and you will only receive a partial refund. As per the newly announced initiatives, a change to residency information shall trigger a request for a new Emirates ID card.
You can also visit the UAE government Portal to understand how to modify details on the Emirates ID.
HOW TO UPDATE YOUR REGISTERED PHONE NUMBER ON YOUR EMIRATES ID CARD ONLINE
It is important to keep the information on your Emirates ID card up to date, including your phone number. You may need the registered phone number for various online verifications while registering for a new online service. Here’s how you can quickly update your Emirates ID registered mobile number online.
Visit the personal information update service page on the ICP’s website to access the page directly.
Step 1: Enter the required details
The form requires you to fill in the following fields.
- Current Nationality
- Identity Number (Emirates ID number)
- Name in English*
- Passport Number
- Date of Birth
- Last Entry Date (Date when you last crossed the UAE border)
- Email Address
*(The system will auto-generate your Arabic name)
Step 2: Enter your new mobile number
The next step is to enter your new phone number. Check the box beside ‘Edit mobile number’ to confirm that you want to change your current registered cellphone number. Also, make sure that you select the correct country code while entering your number.
Step 3: Go through the application
Once you have provided the system with all the information, it will show you the updated details. You can review the updates and confirm the changes if they are correct. Otherwise, you can go back to Step 1 and correct your information.
Step 4: Pay for the Service
The final step is to pay the e-service charges, AED 53, for updating information. The portal will take you to the payment portal to complete this step.
That’s it. The portal will then take you back to the ICP’s website, where you will receive a notification regarding the successful completion of your request for information change.
UPDATING MOBILE NUMBER VIA THE APP
Updating your Emirates ID mobile number via the app is fairly similar; you only have to choose the update personal info tab. Fill in all the details. Select residency for file type and select Emirates ID for ID type.
Enter all details and change your mobile number. The system will send confirmation OTP. Pay the fee. You will receive an invoice with a reference number to track the status of your ID.
FAWRI SERVICE FOR EMIRATES ID
Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs & Ports Security Branch provides an urgent service for getting the Emirates ID card within 24 hours. The service is known as ‘Fawri’ and is available against the regular stated fees plus urgent service fees.
The service is available for all age groups for UAE nationals and GCC nationals officially residing in UAE and can be obtained for:
- First-time registration
- Renewal of expired cards
- Lost or damaged cards
All expatriate residents (other than GCC nationals) are entitled to urgent service only if they replace their identity cards because the issuance or renewal of identity cards is linked to proof of residency and related procedures.
To obtain this service, visit the FAIC Customer Happiness Centres without prior notice and present the documents specified.
WHERE IS THE FAWRI SERVICE FOR EMIRATES ID UPDATE AVAILABLE?
Fawri service is available at the following FAIC Customers Happiness Centres.
- Al Jazeera and Khalifa City in Abu Dhabi
- Al Barsha, Al Rashidiya and Karama in Dubai
- Madinat Zayed in the Western Region
- Al Ain Centre
- Sharjah Centre
- Ajman Centre
- Fujairah Centre
- Ras Al Khaimah Centre
- Umm Al Quwain Centre
FAQS ABOUT EMIRATES ID INFORMATION UPDATE
WHY SHOULD I KEEP MY EMIRATES ID INFO UP TO DATE?
The Emirates ID card is one of the most important documents for UAE residents and citizens, and the uses of the Emirates ID are many. For example, it can be used to process medical insurance and as proof of residence while travelling in and out of the UAE. This is why Emirates ID information update is vital.
HOW TO CHECK THE STATUS OF YOUR EMIRATES ID?
The Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs & Ports Security allows UAE residents to check their Emirates ID status. You can visit the ID Card Status page on the ICP website and follow the steps.
HOW TO CHANGE A MOBILE NUMBER LINKED TO EMIRATES ID?
It’s essential to link your phone number to your Emirates ID. If you wish to change or link a new number, read our comprehensive guide on changing your phone number linked to Emirates ID.
HOW TO UPDATE EMIRATES ID IN UAE PASS?
Updating your Emirates ID on the UAE pass typically involves linking your Emirates ID to your UAE pass account. Instructions are mentioned in the guide.
HOW TO UPDATE EMIRATES ID ON ATM?
Here are the steps to update your Emirates ID via ATM:
- Find an ATM belonging to your bank.
- Slide your debit or credit card into the ATM slot.
- Use the keypad to enter your personal identification number (PIN) or authentication code.
- Look for options like “Requests” or “Profile” and select “Emirates ID Update.”
- The ATM will guide you through the process. You might need to remove your card briefly and then insert your Emirates ID.
- The ATM will display your Emirates ID information for verification. Confirm the details like your name and ID number.
- Depending on your bank, you might receive a one-time password (OTP) via SMS on your registered mobile number. Enter the OTP on the ATM screen to proceed.
- After a few minutes, the ATM will dispense your Emirates ID card with the updated information.
Keep your ID updated at all times to avoid any inconvenience. Also, keep in mind that the process of updating the information is different from that of renewing the Emirates ID card. You can visit the official website for more information about your Emirates ID card.
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