5 things to do to fast track your Emirates ID application

Follow these guidelines to make sure you do not face any delays.

Published: December 27, 2023 18:58 Zainab Husain, Features Writer

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In April 2022, the UAE announced that residents no longer need to have a sticker on their passport to prove their residency status. Instead, the Emirates ID is now used as primary proof of an expatriate’s residency. Read more here: gulfnews.com/1.1652798426213 Image Credit: Clint Egbert/Gulf News

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Read a step-by-step guide on how to apply for your Emirates ID here: gulfnews.com/1.1663168084202 Image Credit: Archives

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Emirates ID applicants also need to undergo a medical fitness test. Read more here: gulfnews.com/1.1688480502727 Image Credit: Shutterstock

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At the time of applying for your visa and Emirates ID, you will be able to book an appointment at an ICP Customer Happiness Centre for fingerprint scanning. Read our guide here to find out the list of service centres: gulfnews.com/1.1660896206699). Image Credit: Virendra Saklani/Gulf News

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If you are applying for the visa yourself, and not through a typing centre or agent, Shafiq explained that you can check the available dates for a biometric appointment online and reschedule, if needed. Image Credit: Gulf News

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If you want to know how to get health insurance in the UAE, read our guide here: gulfnews.com/l1.1574540564021 Image Credit: Shutterstock

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To understand the health insurance policy for UAE residents, read our explainer here: gulfnews.com/1.1660141628210 Image Credit: Shutterstock

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Once your Emirates ID is issued, you will receive an SMS from ICP to pick it up. Read here to find out more: gulfnews.com/1.1645704305977 Image Credit: Shutterstock

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