Fear no more if you have ever found yourself overseas carrying a UAE passport that expires. Simple, effective procedure introduced by UAE Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs & Port Security (UAEICP) lets Emiratis renew their passports even when abroad.

Citizens can manage passport renewals from far away with just three simple actions, therefore guaranteeing their readiness for travel in no time. Here is all you need know about this handy new approach.
 


Eligibility & Requirements

This service is especially designed for Emirati nationals who are momentarily outside the UAE for other necessary reasons, medical treatment, or educational objectives. The revised passport will be sent straight to the UAE Embassy at their present location for easy pickup after the renewal process is finished.

The UAEICP mandates the ID card for citizens 15 years of age and above to incorporate a fingerprint and signature for identification validation. Furthermore, the present passport should have less than six months of validity left to be qualified for renewal using this service.
 


Passport Renewal Steps

The UAEICP has simplified the renewal procedure into three simple steps, allowing Emiratis living overseas to finish it in few minutes:

  • log in Use your digital ID to access the UAEICP app or the website .
  • Choose the service based on: Check your citizenship status and choose to renew your passport.
  • Fill out the application, check any required revisions, and finish the payment for processing costs. You can decide whether your new passport should be delivered straight to the UAE Embassy or to a designated address for collecting.
     

Should all requirements be satisfied, your new passport will be electronically processed and issued 48 hours after the application is turned in and approved.
 


Application Requirements

You will need a current picture meeting particular criteria to guarantee a seamless renewal process. Based on International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) recommendations to guarantee worldwide conformity, these criteria reflect:


  • Photo Quality: Measuring between 35 and 40mm, the picture should be in color with a 600 dpi high resolution.
  • Background Needs: One needs a basic white background.
  • Expression and Pose: One should have a neutral facial expression with a straight head posture and wide eyes free of colored lenses.
  • Glasses are allowed as long as they do not create reflections or glare.
  • Dress Code: Cultural head coverings are permitted but official UAE uniform is advised.
  • Editing Restrictions: The picture should be unedited and fairly represent the applicant's natural look.
  • Should you have a recent picture stored in the UAEICP system that satisfies these requirements, you only need to approve its usage; otherwise, you could upload a new picture that satisfies these requirements.
     


Fees and Exemptions:

The renewal service charges a few minor fees to handle several facets of processing and delivery:

  • Demand Fee: AED 10
  • Issue Fee: AED 40
  • Delivery Fee: AED 15
     

Keep in mind to bring your old passport for validation when picking your new passport from the UAE Embassy. For several groups including those insured by the Social Security Law, those with impairments, and those with autism the UAEICP also grants fee exemptions. Any mistakes committed by the issuing authorities will also absolve the related fees.


Require Help

The UAEICP's support staff may be contacted at 600522222 should you have questions regarding the renewal process or require further assistance. Eliminating the concern of an expiring passport and guaranteeing that Emiratis overseas stay fully connected with home, this new method marks a significant step forward in guaranteeing UAE citizens can travel freely, anywhere in the globe.