Getting your ID Card

An ID Card issued by the Emirates Identity Authority is mandatory for all citizens and legal residents over 15 years of age in the UAE.

The aim of the ID Scheme is to reduce fraud and identity theft by protecting an individuals identity through the concept...

'something you carry, something you know and something that is intrinsically yours (fingerprint, biometric data)'.

Applying for your ID Card

Fill in the e-form at any authorised Typing Centre with your Valid Passport containg your valid visa, complete and submit the application e-form. KEEP YOUR RECEIPT!
Once submitted, you will then receive an SMS with the date and place of your registration (that you must attend in person)
Attend your appointment (sent via SMS) taking your Typing Centre Receipt and your Passport. Whilst there you will be required to have your fingerprints (including hand and palm), digital photographs and electronic signature (retina scan) taken.
You will be given a document with your card details, including your cards 4 digit PIN before leaving the appointment.
You will need to present/give your receipt document to the courier in order to receive your card delivery. Be sure to REMOVE THE PIN number from the form before you give it to the courier.

The pin code issued is one of the ways to gain access to the private data in your card and authenticate your identity.

Its recommended that you change your pin regularly (using Card reading program offered by EIDA).

3 incorrect pin attempts will deactivate your card. Contact EIDA for more information.