DUBAI – More than 700,000 Bangladesh nationals reside in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), constitution the 7.38 percent of the Gulf country’s total population.

Like overseas nationals of other countries, Bangladeshi citizens are required to obtain the Emirates ID card if they do a job or run a business in the UAE. Holding the Emirates ID card can bring you several facilities while its absence can land you in legal trouble.

The UAE’s Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Ports Security-ICP is the relevant authority to issue Emirates ID card to the UAE citizens and expatriates, including Bangladesh nationals.

Where to Apply for New Emirates ID card

All UAE and GCC nationals and expatriates, including Bangladesh nationals, can apply for a new Emirates ID card through Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Ports Security- ICP, or tan accredited typing centre.

Applicant might need to visit one of ICP’s service centres to provide your biometric details.

Documents Required for Emirates ID for Bangladesh Expats

• A valid passport.

A permit to issue a valid residence permit, a residence origin under renewal procedures, or a valid residence permit for those who did not issue an identity card when issuing the residence permit.

• A personal photo (4.5 x 3.5 cm) with a white background for all age groups.
• Original birth certificate, passport of one of the parents or Emirates ID for those under 15 years old.
• The original of the agency certificate for the person acting on behalf of the customer in the event that the person concerned is not present and the application is submitted by other party.

New Emirates ID Card Fee for Bangladesh Nationals

AED 100 (depending on the period of years): Card issuance fee for five years.

AED150 dirhams: Service fee

AED 30 dirhams: Typing Center fee

150 dirhams: fees for urgent service, which are carried out at customer happiness centers