UAE nationals and foreign residents in the Gulf nation including Pakistanis place great value on their Emirates ID cards. Verification is not only a formality but a requirement for obtaining many government services, as mandated by the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs, and Ports Security, or ICP.
Many administrative processes are streamlined by having this card, from banking to healthcare, from transit to legal matters. Its essential role in the administrative system of the United Arab Emirates is further highlighted by the possibility of legal consequences arising from not obtaining the Emirates ID card.
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It is a material representation of a person’s legal position within the nation and highlights the significance of laws controlling citizenship and residency. As a result, getting an Emirates ID card is essential to integrating into UAE society and enabling people to fully participate in the benefits and obligations that come with residing in the country, rather than just being a bureaucratic requirement.
Where to Apply for a New ID Card from Emirates:
- To apply for an Emirates ID card, all nationals and expats of the UAE and GCC including Pakistanis must visit the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Ports Security (ICP) or an authorized typing facility.
- To submit their biometric information, applicants might have to go to one of ICP’s service facilities.
Documents Bangladeshi Expats Need to Get an Emirates ID:
- A passport that is up to date.
- A valid residence permit under renewal procedures, a permit to issue a valid residence permit, or a valid residence permit for individuals who did not provide an identity card at the time of residence permit issuance.
- A 4.5 x 3.5 cm personal picture on white backdrop suitable for all age groups.
- Original birth certificate and one parent’s passport alternatively, for those under 15, an Emirates ID.
- The original agency certificate for the person representing the client if the client is not present and another party submits the application on their behalf.
Pakistani Nationals Emirates ID Card fee:
Here is the price schedule for a new Emirates ID card in the United Arab Emirates as of April 2024:
The five-year card issue charge is AED 100, contingent on the number of years.
Service charge: AED 150 dirhams
Typing Centre fee: AED 30 dirhams
150 dirhams is the cost of urgent assistance, which is provided by customer satisfaction centers.