In Dubai, the UAE or Emirati passport holds the title of being the most potent in the Arab region.
The Ministry of Interior is responsible for issuing machine-readable passports to UAE citizens, newborn babies of UAE citizens, and foreign wives (under dependency) upon payment of a specified fee. UAE nationals have various channels available to apply for passport renewal.
- General Directorate of Residency and Foreign Affairs/Citizenship Departments (GDRFA)
- the Federal Authority for Identity and Citizenship, Customs, and Port Security website by accessing the passport eService.
- Applicants may also apply online through the eChannels Residency and Citizenship Portal (Federal Authority for Identity and Citizenship, Customs, and Port Security).
- Abu Dhabi, Dubai, and Sharjah airports
Citizens have the option to expedite passport renewal at Abu Dhabi, Dubai, and Sharjah airports in emergency situations. This service operates round-the-clock, 24/7.
- UAE embassies abroad
Conditions for UAE Passport Renewal
Possession of a passport valid for fewer than six months.
Individuals aged 15 and above must provide their signature and fingerprint on the ID card for passport issuance.
Signatures and fingerprints are required for individuals aged 15 and older, except for those classified as People of Determination.
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New Passport Issuance Duration
The passport is electronically issued within 48 hours of receiving and approving the service request that meets the specified conditions.
Required Documents
Current personal photographs that comply with the prescribed standards.
UAE Passport Renewal Fee Update
Request fee 10 AED
Issue Fee 40 AED
Delivery fee 15 AED
Total 65 AED
