Lost your Emirates ID? Here’s How To Get a New One
The Emirates ID is crucial for accessing essential government services, making its loss a significant inconvenience. However, the UAE authorities have made it easier to replace a lost ID by providing a simple and efficient process, ensuring minimal disruption for residents and citizens.
Table Of Content
- 1 Replacement for lost Emirates ID card steps
- 2 Replacement for lost Emirates ID card via ICP app steps
- 3 Replacement For Lost Emirates ID Card Via Happiness Centers
- 4 Replacement For Lost Emirates ID Card Via Typing Centers
- 5 Requirements for Lost Emirates ID Replacement
- 6 Replacement for Lost Emirates ID Fees
- 7 Lost Emirates ID Replacement Link
- 8 Questions & Answers
- 9 References
Replacement for lost Emirates ID card steps
To request a replacement for lost Emirates ID card follow these simple steps: [1]
- Go to the Issue a Replacement for lost/damaged ID card page “from here”.
- Click on “Start Service”.
- Login using your ICP account or UAE Pass.
- Continue with Issue a Replacement For Lost/Damaged ID Card service.
- Follow the system instructions.
- Fill out the required information’s.
- Add the required documents.
- Proceeds with the payment fees system.
- Provide your biometrics and signature.
- Get the confirmation via your applied contact information’s.
- Collect your replacement ID card from an Emirates post center.
Replacement for lost Emirates ID card via ICP app steps
Here are the steps to request a replacement for a lost Emirates ID using ICP app:
- Download the application via one of the following links:
- Open the app from your phone.
- Grant the required permissions for app.
- Select your preferred language.
- Login through your ICP account or UAE Pass.
- Continue your application through the electronic services.
- Click on “Issue a Replacement For Lost/Damaged ID Card”.
- Follow the instructions.
- Fill out your information’s.
- Attach the required documents.
- Continue with the payment fees for the service.
- Apply your biometrics and signature.
- Receive the confirmation through your contact information’s.
- Get your replacement ID card from an Emirates post center once it’s ready.
Replacement For Lost Emirates ID Card Via Happiness Centers
You can apply for a replacement for lost Emirates ID card with the required documents via the customer happiness centers shown in the table below:
| Center name | Address |
| General Directorate Of Residency And Foreigners Affairs – Abu Dhabi | Abu Dhabi – Airport Street Passport Street – Nationality and Residency |
| General Directorate Of Residency And Foreigners Affairs – Ras Al Khaimah | Ras Al Khaimah – Al Mamoura area – General Administration of Residency and Foreigners Affairs building |
| Falaj Al Mualla Customer Happiness Office | Umm Al Quwain – Falaj Al Mualla – Governmental Departments Complex |
| Ras Al Khaimah Customer Happiness Center | Ras Al Khaimah – Al Dhait area – behind the Traffic and Licensing Department |
| General Directorate Of Residency And Foreigners Affairs – Fujairah | Fujairah – Merashid District – Al Sharqi Street – next to Emirates Post |
| Al Jazeera City Happiness Center | Abu Dhabi – Al Nahyan area – at Al Jazira Sports Club |
| Ghayathi Customer Happiness Office | Abu Dhabi – Western Region Integrated Services Center (TAMM) Ghayathi Branch |
| Dalma Customer Happiness Office | Abu Dhabi – Western Region – Integrated Services Center (TAMM) Dalma Branch |
| AlMarfa Customer Happiness Office | Abu Dhabi – Western Region – Integrated Services Center (TAMM) AlMarfa Branch |
| Alsela Customer Happiness Office | Abu Dhabi – Western Region – Integrated Services Center (TAMM) Alsela Branch |
| Al Barsha Customer Happiness Center | Dubai – Al Barsha 3 district – near the Saudi German Hospital |
| Ajman Customer Happiness Center | Ajman – Al Jurf – behind the courthouse |
| Fujairah Customer Happiness Center | Fujairah – Sakamkam area – Sakamkam Street – next to Saint Mary’s School |
| Alyalyis Customer Happiness Center | Dubai – Dubai Investments Park 2 – Al Yalayes Center for Governmental Services – First Floor |
| Al Baraha Customer Happiness Office | Dubai – Deira – Al Baraha Smart Medical Fitness Center for Residency |
| Hatta Customer Happiness Office | Dubai – Hatta – in the building of the Department of Naturalization and Residence |
| General Directorate Of Residency And Foreigners Affairs – Sharjah | Sharjah – Airport Street – Bridge No. 6 – Al Rahmaniya area – next to government departments |
| Sharjah Customer Happiness Center | Sharjah – Al Rahmaniya area – Airport Street – near bridge No. 6 |
| Al Dhaid Customer Happiness Center | Sharjah – Al Dhaid Region – Chamber of Commerce and Industry Building |
| Al Ghubaiba Customer Happiness Center | Sharjah – Al Ghubaiba area – in the Al Ghubaiba Preventive Medical Center |
| General Directorate Of Residency And Foreigners Affairs – Al Dhafra | Western Region – next to the Integrated Services Center (Tamm), Madinat Zayed Branch |
| General Directorate Of Residency And Foreigners Affairs – Umm Al Quwain | Umm Al Quwain – Ramla area – next to the Civil Defense building |
Replacement For Lost Emirates ID Card Via Typing Centers
You can apply for a replacement for lost Emirates ID card with the required documents through the authorized typing centers shown below:
| Office Name | Emirate | Tell | Working Hours |
| ME SERVICES L.L.C | Abu Dhabi | 97124978888 | 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| AL TAWAKKAL TYPING BRANCH 1 | Abu Dhabi | 97124484463 | 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM |
| AL LAASEQ TYPING | Abu Dhabi | 97122154555 | 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| QIMAT ALRYADA TYPING | Abu Dhabi | 97125533958 | 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| AHL ALMAHABA FOR TYPING AND PHOTOCOPYING SERVICES | Abu Dhabi | 97128782005 | 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| AL GHARBIYYA TYPEWRITING & PHOTOCOPYING | Abu Dhabi | 97128724404 | 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| MARHABA TYPING OFFICE | Al Ain | 97137515172 | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| OASIS COPYING TYPING CENTRE | Al Ain | 97137229747 | 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| THE GREEN FILE TYPING & PHOTOCOPY OFFICE | Al Ain | 97137815407 | 7:30 AM – 7.30 PM |
| ALREAYA SERVICES CENTER | Al Ain | 97131111111 | 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| U A E 21 BUSINESSMEN SERVICES L.L.C | Dubai | 97143973153 | 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM |
| PREMIUM BUSINESSMEN SERVICES L.L.C | Dubai | 97145264457 | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| IMMIGRATION CENTER TYPING AND BUSINESS MEN SERVICES | Dubai | 97142576300 | 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| DUBAI INTNL -FINANCIAL CENTRE | Dubai | 97143622222 | 7:30 AM – 3:00 PM |
| NAJAMAT AL FALLAH TYPING & PHOTOCOPYING | Sharjah | 97165435771 | 8:00 AM – 10:30 PM |
| AL TAISEER BUSINESSMEN SERVICES | Sharjah | 97165251111 | 8:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| EMITAC BUSINESSMEN SERVICES CENTER L.L.C | Sharjah | 97165374779 | 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| AL SAMHA BUSINESS MEN SERVICES | Sharjah | 97165288433 | 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| INJAZ AL KHOOR BUSINESS MEN SERVICES | Sharjah | 97192379777 | 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| AL RUZIN AL LAMA DOCUMENTS TYPING AND COPYING | Sharjah | 97123418666 | 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| AL MADINAH DOCUMENTS TYPING & COPYING | Sharjah | 97192389360 | 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| TATWEER BUSINESS MAN SERVICES L.L.C | Ajman | 97167488100 | 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| AL HAJIS BUSINESS MAN SERVICES | Ajman | 97167011222 | 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| MONALIZA DOMESTIC WORKERS SERVICES CENTER | Ajman | 97167433447 | 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| E Q C GOVERMENT ENTERPRISES TRANSACTIONS CLEARING L.L.C | Ajman | 97167444407 | 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| ALSABEEL TYPING CENTRE | Umm Al Quwain | 97167663453 | 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| SMART SERVICE CLEARING CENTER | Umm Al Quwain | 97143459302 | 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| QUALITY 2 DOMESTIC WORKERS SERVICES | Umm Al Quwain | 97167672275 | 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| SHAMAL TYPING & DOCUMENTS CLEARING | Ras al Khaimah | 97172226536 | 8:00 AM – 10:30 PM |
| TARABOT FOR DOMESTIC WORKERS SERVICES | Ras al Khaimah | 97172210717 | 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| ALSAFEER TYPING AND DECUMENTS CLEARING | Ras al Khaimah | 97179932172 | 8.00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| ALSEER CLEARING DOCUMENTS | Ras al Khaimah | 97172283644 | 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| ALMUSTNAD BUSINESSMEN SERVICE | Fujairah | 97199917899 | 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| AL DHANHANI DOMESTIC WORK SERVIES | Fujairah | 97192226338 | 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| EAST COAST BUSINESS SERVICES CENTER | Fujairah | 97192222659 | 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
Requirements for Lost Emirates ID Replacement
To replace a lost Emirates ID, the following specific requirements are needed:
| UAE Citizens | Original or copy of the lost/damaged ID card, if available. |
| A recent photo (4.5 x 3.5 cm) with a white background for individuals under 15, senior citizens, or those with disabilities (medical report needed). | |
| Original birth certificate and one parent’s passport or Emirates ID for minors. | |
| Certified social security certificate or valid medical report for exemptions from fees | |
| Original agency certificate and the owner’s passport if the application is submitted by a representative. | |
| GCC Citizens | Original or copy of the lost/damaged Emirates ID card. |
| Original valid passport of the applicant. | |
| Original valid Gulf ID for individuals over 21, or for a parent if under 21. | |
| A photo (4.5 x 3.5 cm) with a white background for minors, senior citizens, or people of determination with valid medical proof. | |
| Original birth certificate and a parent’s Emirates ID or passport for applicants under 15. | |
| A valid medical report or a diplomatic/consular card for applicable fee waivers. | |
| An original agency certificate and the applicant’s original passport if a representative is submitting the application. | |
| Supporting documents proving residence as submitted during the issuance of the lost/damaged card. | |
| Residents | Original or copy of the lost/damaged Emirates ID. |
| Original valid passport. | |
| Original valid residence permit. | |
| A personal photo (4.5 x 3.5 cm) with a white background for minors, senior citizens, and people with disability who cannot access service centers (supported by medical proof). | |
| Birth certificate and parent’s passport or Emirates ID for applicants under 15. | |
| Original diplomatic, consular, or membership card of international organizations for heads and members of missions exempt from fees. | |
| Valid medical report from UAE health authorities for senior citizens or individuals with disabilities. | |
| Original agency certificate and the applicant’s original passport if submitted by a representative. |
Replacement for Lost Emirates ID Fees
The fees for issuing a replacement for a lost or damaged Emirates ID card, are as follows:
- AED 300: Card issuance fee.
- AED 40: Service fee.
- AED 30: Typing centers fee.
- AED 150: Urgent service fee, applicable at customer happiness centers.
Lost Emirates ID Replacement Link
You can apply issuing a replacement for lost/damaged Emirates ID request through ICP link icp.gov.ae, by filling out the application with the necessary data, uploading the required documents, in addition to paying the required fees.
Conclusion
Replacing a lost Emirates ID has become a simple process thanks to the services provided by the Federal Authority for Identity and Citizenship. By following the easy steps through the website or app, you can receive a new ID quickly with minimal hassle. Make sure to have the required documents ready and pay the fees on time to speed up the process.
Questions & Answers
If you lost your Emirates ID, you should request a replacement via the ICP website or app by following the instructions and providing the necessary documents.
You can apply for a lost Emirates ID replacement through the ICP website or app, by logging into your account, selecting the service for replacing a lost/damaged ID, and following the prompts.
The replacement for a lost Emirates ID process can take up to 7 days, depending on whether you choose regular or urgent services.
The fees for replacing a lost Emirates ID is 300 AED for card issuance, 40 AED for the service, 30 AED for typing center fees, and 150 AED for urgent service.
If you are a UAE citizen, a passport may not be required, but for residents, you need to provide a valid passport and residence permit.
Yes, with your Emirates ID replacement request you need to submit a recent photo (4.5 x 3.5 cm) with a white background, especially for minors, seniors, and people with disabilities.
Yes, the application for a lost Emirates ID replacement can be made for a minor by submitting their birth certificate, a parent’s passport or Emirates ID, and the required documents.
Yes, you can replace a damaged Emirates ID the same as for a lost one, and you need to provide the damaged ID card as proof.
You can collect your replacement Emirates ID from an Emirates Post center once it's ready.
Yes, you can track the status of your Emirates ID replacement application through the ICP website or app.
A GCC citizen must provide a copy of the lost Emirates ID, a valid passport, and other supporting documents based on their age and status.
Payment for the replacement of your lost Emirates ID can be made online via the ICP website or app using various payment methods.
Yes, you can apply a replacement for lost Emirates ID application through a representative by submitting the original agency certificate and passport.
Yes, certain individuals, like senior citizens or people with disabilities, may be exempt from some fees with a valid medical report.
The replacement ID will have the same validity period as the lost or damaged card.
No, there are no specified penalties for losing the ID card multiple times according to the service guidelines.
Yes, the issuance fees can be refunded, but other fees such as service or urgent service fees may not be refundable.
The waiting time is approximately 5 minutes, and the service completion time is 10 minutes.
Yes, there is an additional AED 100 fee for e-services when applying online.
Yes, biometric verification may be required as part of the application process.
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