Emirates ID for Residents
Fees
| Item | AED |
|---|---|
| Card, for each year of residence | 100 |
| Smart service fee | 100 |
| Urgent service, at ICP centres | 150 |
Source: ICP: Issue a new ID card1
For residents other than GCC nationals, the urgent service is available only to replace a card.3
Applying and biometrics
- Apply on the ICP website or app, or at an accredited typing centre, using the unified residence and ID application.
- Your passport must be valid for at least three months.
- From the age of 15, fingerprints and a signature are taken at an ICP service centre.
- The card is delivered by courier; urgent cards are collected from ICP centres.
Source: ICP: Issue a new ID card; UAE Government Portal: Emirates ID1,3
Renewal
Residents can renew the card up to six months before it expires, or after expiry. If it is renewed more than one month after it expires, a late fee of AED 20 a day applies, up to AED 1,000. In every emirate except Dubai, renewal goes through the unified residence and ID application.2,3
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does an Emirates ID cost for a resident?
ICP charges AED 100 for each year of residence plus a smart service fee of AED 100.
What is the fine for renewing an Emirates ID late?
AED 20 a day if it is renewed more than one month after it expires, up to AED 1,000.
Sources
Figures checked 21 October 2026. Prepared by Invest-Emirates.ae for general information. It is not investment, tax or legal advice; please confirm details with a qualified adviser before acting.