UAE: Three ways you can access the digital version of your Emirates ID for free

  • Date: 09-Feb-2023
  • Source: Gulf News
  • Sector:Technology
  • Country:UAE
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UAE: Three ways you can access the digital version of your Emirates ID for free

Dubai: For residents and citizens in the UAE, their Emirates ID is their primary document of identity. However, what happens if your Emirates ID is currently expired and is in the process of being renewed, or you lose your Emirates ID? If you do lose your Emirates ID, the first thing you should do is report it to the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security (ICP) and start . However, while the new Emirates ID is being printed, you can access a digital version of your Emirates ID for free, through the ICP app, ‘UAEICP’ or through the UAE Pass app. The is a national digital identity for citizens and residents in the country. So, if you are ever in a situation where you need to provide your ID details and don't have the physical card with you, here are three ways you can access your the digital version. The UAE Pass app allows users to sign into multiple government websites with one account and get access to over thousands of services. Additionally, the app also digitally stores all your official government documents for free. This includes your Emirates ID, residency permit and driver’s licence. First, download