UAE: How to renew your Emirates ID

Explained: The cost, process and benefits of Emirates ID

Published: August 18, 2020 17:13 Huda Tabrez, Living in UAE Editor

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Going to renew your residence visa? Here is how you can renew your Emirates ID. Image Credit: Gulf News archives

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What is the Emirates ID? Image Credit: Gulf News archives

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The 15-digit identity number is unique to you. Image Credit: Gulf News archives

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Your ID number is assigned to you specifically. Image Credit: Gulf News archives

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The electronic chip enables establishments to digitally verify your identity. Image Credit: Gulf News archives

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The data is encrypted. Image Credit: Gulf News archives

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You have to renew your Emirates ID with your residence visa. Image Credit: Gulf News archives

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Emirates IDs can be issued for two or three years, depending on the validity of your visa. Find out who gets a three-year visa in the UAE here: https://gulfnews.com/1.1579102566778 Image Credit: Gulf News archives

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The renewal process is fairly straightforward. Image Credit: Gulf News archives

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Step 1: Fill out the Emirates ID renewal form Image Credit:

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Step 2: Submit documents Image Credit: Gulf News archives

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If the applicant is under 15 years of age, he or she may need to provide additional documents. Image Credit: Gulf News archives

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Step 3: Make the payment Image Credit: Gulf News archives

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For a complete breakdown of the Emirates ID prices, visit https://gulfnews.com/1.1578238451831 Image Credit: Gulf News archives

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If your Emirates ID expires, you will face fines. Image Credit: Gulf News archives

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All the places you can use your Emirates ID. Image Credit: Gulf News archives

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By law, you are not obliged to hand over your Emirates ID to any establishment. Image Credit: Gulf News archives

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