DUBAI – The United Arab Emirates (UAE) hosts a significant number of expatriates from Bangladesh as their population in the Gulf country stands above 750,000.

The Bangladesh nationals are engaged in various employments and businesses across the UAE.

All UAE citizens and residents, including Bangladeshis, are required to carry with them a valid Emirates ID card as absence of it or an expiry ID can land them in trouble.

Emirates ID card is a legal requirement for all UAE citizens and residents as they can face problems while availing the government services without it.

The Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Ports Security-ICP of the United Arab Emirates is the competent authority to issue or renew the Emirates ID cards to all of its citizens and expatriates living in the country.

Where to Apply for Emirates ID Renewal

All UAE and GCC nationals and expatriates, including Philippines and Bangladesh, can apply for renewal of Emirates ID card at the website of ICP, or through an accredited typing centre.

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

Emirates ID Card latest Renewal Fee for Bangladesh Citizens

Following is the fee structure for the Emirates ID card renewal in UAE:

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