As we move each day, the price of everything increases day by day, and the same thing can be said for the Emirates ID fee. The fee has risen by AD 100 in 2024, and the Federal Authority for Identity and Citizenship (ICP) has confirmed this update.
If you want to know about the current fee structure for Emirates ID, then you land at the right place. We will tell you the latest fee structure of Emirates ID. The details are below.
Why Should We Pay a Fee for the Emirates ID?
The fee for any renewal and issuance is needed to cover the cost of the whole process, and it can depend on the type of application, the duration of validity, and the processing time.
Emirates ID Fee Structure in 2024
We will provide you with a detailed explanation of the fee structure of Emirates ID in 2024 as below:
1: Fee structure for Issuance Fee for New Emirates ID:
Usually, the issuance fee is based on the duration of the card’s validity. The charges for different citizens are:
- For UAE Nationals, it is:
- AED 100 for Five Years
- AED 200 for Ten Years
An AED 50 service fee and an AED 30 typing Center fee are required for the process to be completed. In addition, if you want an urgent service, you can pay an extra AED 150 at the customer happiness centre for your process to be completed quickly.
- For GCC Nationals:
- AED 100 for Five Years
- AED 150 for Service Fee
- AED 30 for Typing Center Fee
- (Optional) AED 150 for Urgent Service Fee
- For Residents/Expat:
- AED 100 for Five Years (depending on the period)
- AED 150 for Service Fee
- AED 30 for Typing Center Fee
- (Optional) AED 150 for Urgent Service Fee
2: Fee structure for Renewal of Emirates ID
- For UAE Nationals, it is:
- AED 100 for Five Years
- AED 200 for Ten Years
- AED 40 for Service Fee
- AED 30 for Printing Office Fee
- (Optional) AED 150 for Urgent Service Fee
- For GCC Nationals:
- AED 100 for Five Years
- AED 40 for Service Fee
- AED 30 for Printing Office Fee
- (Optional) AED 150 for Urgent Service Fee
- For Residents/Expats
- For Residents/Expats
- AED 100 for Five Years (depending on the period)
- AED 40 for Service Fee
- AED 30 for Printing Office Fee
- (Optional) AED 150 for Urgent Service Fee
3: Fee Structure for Card issuance if the Emirates ID is lost, damaged, or needs replacement
The fee structure is the same for UAE Nationals, GCC Nationals, and expats.
- AED 300 for Card Issuance
- AED 40 for Service Fee
- AED 30 for Printing Office Fee
- (Optional) AED 150 for Urgent Service Fee
Late Renewal Penalty Fee
If you fail to renew your Emirates ID on time, you must pay an extra AED 20 per day, and the fee can reach AED 1,000 per day. You can check your Emirates id fine here.
Therefore, it is essential that you renew your Emirates ID as soon as possible.
Emirates ID Visit Visa Charges
The fee for tourists is AED 370 for a 1-year visit visa with Emirates ID and AED 462 for a 2-year visit visa. If your Emirates ID is stolen, the replacement fee is AED 562. If you want to apply for a Golden Emirates ID with a five-year validity period of 5 years, you have to pay a hefty fee of AED 1,262.
Applying for payment of Emirates ID fee
You can pay your Emirates ID fee in a simple manner through:
- Online Method: You can use their ICP smart services at their official website or mobile app to pay your fees.
- Typing Center: You can go to their typing centre for a direct approach.
You should receive a receipt after making a payment. That is important until you receive your Emirates ID.
Renewing your Emirates ID is inevitable, even if you are a UAE citizen, a GCC citizen, or an expatriate; knowing how much the fee is for renewing and understanding the fee structure can help you save both your time and money. The updated fee can be changed yearly or depending on the time and issue.