Gulf News, August 3, 2013

How to apply for or renew ID card online

Applicants can fill form within ten minutes

Binsa Abdul KaderStaff Reporter

Published: 21:30 August 2, 2013

Abu Dhabi: Internet savvy residents across the UAE can apply for or renew national ID cards online using Emirates ID’s advanced new e-form. The online applicants can fill the application form either in Arabic or English within 10 minutes and save the Dh30 typing fee, which they have to pay otherwise at the typing centres. The payment can be made online using credit cards. An applicant has to create an online account on www.emiratesid.gov.ae to access the application. Once completed, a text message will be sent to the applicant’s mobile number with RAN [registration and application number]. They can also print the application for reference, if required. Emiratis have to scan and upload passport and family book, and expatriates the passport only. Expatriates have to scan the first page and the visa page of the passport but they should be clear and readable, irrespective of being colour or black and white.