Let’s look at some of the steps to obtain an Emirates ID:

Step 1: Apply for an entry visa

The first step is to acquire an entry permit. The permit allows you to stay in the country for 60 days. There are many visa options available in the UAE that you can avail of to enter the country. UAE nationals do not need to apply for a residency permit.

Step 2: Visit a typing center or apply online.

Go to an EIDA-approved typing center or apply online through the Federal Authority for Identity and Citizenship (ICA) website or the ICA UAE application. For online applications, submissions are made through the ICA portal, while the typing center will physically fill out the Emirates ID application form for you.

Step 3: Medical checkup

Once you get your entry permit, you must complete your medical examination. Normally, this will be done at a preventive medicine center, where you'll be tested for common diseases like AIDS, Hepatitis B, and TB.

The following are the estimated medical test charges:

• Normal Medical Test: 322.50 AED
• 48-Hour Medical Test: 432.50 AED
• 24-Hour Medical Test: 532.50 AED
• 4-Hour VIP Medical Test: 752.50 AED

For housemaid visas, the fees are slightly different:

• Normal Medical Test (Housemaid Visa): 372.50 AED
• 48 Hour Medical Test (Housemaid Visa): 482.50 AED
• 24 Hour Medical Test (Housemaid Visa): 582.50 AED
• 4-Hour VIP Medical Test (Housemaid Visa): 802.50 AED

Step 4: Gather the required documents

These are the general documents required for obtaining an Emirates ID:

• Original Passport
• Residence visa stamped in your passport (for ex-pats)
• Family Book (for UAE nationals applying through typing centers or online)
• Proof of residency in the UAE (for GCC nationals)
• A colored passport-sized photograph with a white background

Step 5: Apply for the visa

Next, get your Emirates ID at a Federal Identity and Immigration Authority (FIDA) office. Preventive Medicine Centers are typically close to these offices. Your fingerprints and eye scans will be collected during the application process, and your biometric data will be safely saved so you won't need to return.

The following are the steps to check your Emirates ID status. There are three methods through which you can confirm the status.

Online Method:

• Visit the Federal Authority for Identity and Citizenship (ICA) website: https://icp.gov.ae/en/services/priority-services/id-card-status/.
• You will require the following details: Emirates ID number, application (PRAN), or passport number.
• Click on the “Check application status” located on the right side of the webpage. Enter your Emirates ID number, the 13-digit number printed on your card. Additionally, you may be required to enter the 10-digit application number you receive when you submit your application for an Emirates ID.
• Once you have entered the required details, click on the “Check” button.
• If the Emirates ID status shows up as “Pending”, it means the application is still under process. Alternatively, if it shows up as “Issued”, it means your Emirates ID application has been successful. Meanwhile, if it shows up as “rejected," it means the application has been unsuccessful.

Contact the FAIC Call Center:

If you’re having trouble accessing the online portal and you prefer to have someone guide you through the process, call the FAIC call center. You must have the Emirates ID number, name, and other relevant details. Contact: 600 522222

Check Emirates ID status with the UAEICP App:

• You can confirm your Emirates ID status with the UAEICP app.
• The app allows to download soft copies of visas and Emirates IDs.
• Download the ICP mobile app.
• There are options to access the portal with the UAE Pass. If you have the pass, you can use the same to access the portal or just register with your email ID.
• You will receive an email prompt to complete the registration process.
• There are options to either verify with your mobile number or fill in details manually.
• Once you’ve entered your details, click on "Register.”.
• Now that you’ve registered in the portal, access your UAE ID number and visa copies from the app dashboard.

There is a one-time fee to process the application and issuance of the card. It costs approximately AED 70 (online application) to AED 175 (application through typing centers). The total cost varies depending on different factors, such as the application type, validity period, urgent services, etc.

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