The UAE’s Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security (ICP) provides a digital service allowing residents to request amendments to the information recorded on their residence permits.

The service is particularly relevant to individuals whose personal or professional details have changed and whose immigration records need to reflect updated, officially supported information. It forms part of the authority’s electronic government services designed to make administrative procedures more accessible and reduce the need for in-person visits.

According to the official ICP service description, the amendment facility covers changes to issued residence permit information, including certain personal or occupational details, depending on the applicant’s circumstances. Eligible users can submit requests through the ICP Smart Services website or the authority’s mobile application. However, the exact requirements may differ according to the applicant’s category and the specific information being amended, meaning not every application will follow an identical document checklist.

The procedure begins with accessing an approved digital channel and selecting the residence permit data amendment service. Applicants then review the information retrieved through the government’s interconnected digital systems and make any necessary corrections. Where supporting records cannot be retrieved automatically, the applicant may need to upload the required documents. The process continues with payment of the applicable charges and submission of the request for examination by the responsible authority.

The ICP service card lists documents such as a passport, Emirates ID and personal photograph, depending on the amendment requested. A work card may be required when changing occupational information, while certain government-sector cases require an official letter from the relevant authority. Residents should consult the requirements displayed for their specific application because the supporting evidence needed for a personal data correction can differ from that required for an occupational amendment.

Regarding fees, the authority’s published service information lists AED 150 for replacing an Emirates ID card to update the information displayed on it, along with AED 100 for smart services. These figures should not be interpreted as a universal total payable for every residence permit amendment. The final amount depends on the relevant transaction category and any connected services, and applicants should rely on the official payment summary generated before confirming their requests.

The ICP website indicates an expected service completion period of two working days, subject to the application being complete and meeting all requirements. Applicants receive notification of whether their amendment request has been approved or rejected. They should also respond promptly to any request for additional information or corrections, as applications may be cancelled when the necessary steps are not completed within the permitted period. The authority’s digital channels operate around the clock, allowing eligible residents to submit and follow up on their requests conveniently.

Source: Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security — UAE.