If you have received or are completing your UAE Golden Visa, obtaining your Emirates ID is an important part of the residency process.
The Emirates ID is the official identity card issued to UAE residents. For eligible Golden Residency applicants, the residence permit process is connected with the Emirates ID application. The Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security (ICP) provides residence permit services linked to an Emirates ID card application.
At Amer Smart Lounge, we assist applicants in Dubai with their Golden Visa Emirates ID application, document preparation and related government service procedures.
Whether you are applying for a Golden Visa for the first time, changing your residency status or renewing your Emirates ID, our team can help you understand the required steps and documentation.
The Golden Visa Emirates ID is the Emirates ID issued to a resident holding UAE Golden Residency.
The Emirates ID contains the holder’s identification details and is used as an official identity document for many government and private-sector transactions in the UAE.
Golden Residency is a long-term UAE residency programme available to eligible categories. Current ICP information states that eligible individuals can obtain long-term residency for up to 10 years, depending on the applicable category and requirements.
The Emirates ID application is an important part of completing the residency process.
When completing your Golden Residency process, several steps may be involved depending on your eligibility category and current residency status.
These may include:
Golden Residency nomination or approval
Entry permit, where applicable
Medical fitness examination, where applicable
Residence permit issuance
Emirates ID application
Biometric registration, where required
Delivery of the Emirates ID
The exact procedure depends on the applicant’s category and individual circumstances.
ICP currently lists residence permit issuance as a service linked to an Emirates ID card application.
For Dubai applications, relevant procedures may be handled through the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs – Dubai (GDRFA) and authorized service channels.
A person who has obtained or is completing an eligible UAE Golden Residency can apply for the corresponding Emirates ID as part of the residency process.
Golden Residency categories include eligible:
Investors
Real estate investors
Entrepreneurs
Exceptional and specialized talents
Outstanding students and graduates
Other eligible categories under the UAE Golden Residency programme
Eligibility requirements vary by category.
For example, ICP’s current Golden Residency guidance includes real estate investors among the eligible categories and states that qualifying real estate investors may need to own property or properties with a total value of at least AED 2 million, subject to the applicable conditions.
You should confirm your specific Golden Residency eligibility before beginning the Emirates ID application.
The exact process can vary depending on whether you are applying for a new Golden Residency, changing status or renewing an existing Emirates ID.
A general process may include the following:
Your Golden Residency eligibility or nomination should be established before completing the relevant residence procedures.
ICP provides a Golden Residency nomination service for eligible categories.
Depending on your circumstances, you may need to complete the applicable entry permit and residence procedures.
For applicants outside the UAE, ICP provides a multiple-entry visa route for eligible applicants to complete Golden Residency procedures.
Where required, applicants aged 18 and above may need to complete an approved medical fitness examination as part of the residence process.
The exact requirement depends on the applicable residency procedure.
The Emirates ID application is linked to the applicable residency process.
Required personal information and supporting documents are submitted through the relevant service channel.
Applicants may be required to provide fingerprints, photographs or other biometric information depending on their circumstances and existing records.
Once the application has been processed and approved by the relevant authority, the Emirates ID is issued and delivered through the applicable delivery channel.
Processing times can vary depending on the application and government procedures.
The documents required can vary depending on the applicant and the Golden Residency category.
Common documents may include:
Valid passport
Recent personal photograph
Golden Residency approval or eligibility documents
Residence-related documents
Existing Emirates ID, if applicable
Medical fitness result, where applicable
Additional supporting documents based on the Golden Visa category
ICP’s Golden Residency services list passport, personal photograph and supporting evidence of Golden Residency eligibility among the required documents for relevant services.
Additional documents may be requested depending on the applicant’s category.
Property investors are one of the categories that may qualify for UAE Golden Residency, subject to the applicable requirements.
ICP’s current Golden Residency guide states that qualifying real estate investors may need to own one or more UAE properties with a total value of at least AED 2 million, with specific conditions applying to ownership and financing.
For Dubai property owners, additional property documentation may be required during the Golden Residency process.
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Golden Residency is also available to eligible investors and entrepreneurs under the applicable UAE requirements.
ICP provides separate Golden Residency service routes for different eligible categories, including public investment investors, entrepreneurs and specialized talents.
The documents required depend on the category.
For business-related Golden Visa applicants, supporting documents may include company, investment or professional documentation depending on the eligibility route.
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If you already hold a Golden Residency and your Emirates ID is approaching expiry, you may need to complete the applicable renewal procedures.
The renewal process can depend on:
Validity of your Golden Residency
Emirates ID status
Passport validity
Personal information
Existing biometric records
Applicable government requirements
It is important to check both your residence status and Emirates ID status before starting a renewal application.
For Emirates ID renewal assistance, visit our Emirates ID Renewal Dubai service page.
If your residency status changes to Golden Residency, your Emirates ID information may need to reflect the updated residence status.
Depending on the application, this may be handled as part of the residence and Emirates ID issuance process.
Applicants should ensure that their:
Passport information
Personal details
Residence information
Contact details
Other identification information
are accurate before submitting the application.
If you need to update Emirates ID information, you can also explore our Emirates ID Updations service.
The Emirates ID is widely used as an official identity document in the UAE.
Depending on the service, it may be used for:
Government transactions
Banking services
Telecommunications services
Healthcare-related transactions
Insurance services
Rental and property-related procedures
Utility services
Identification and verification
Other public and private-sector services
The exact requirements for each transaction depend on the service provider.
Applicants may face documentation or application issues when completing their Golden Visa Emirates ID process.
Common issues can include:
A difference between passport, residence or Emirates ID information may require correction before the application can proceed.
Additional documents may be required depending on the Golden Residency category.
A passport should meet the applicable validity requirements for the relevant service.
Some applicants may need to complete biometric registration or update their biometric information.
The Emirates ID application is connected with the applicable residence process, so issues with the residency application may affect the ID process.
Golden Visa requirements differ between property investors, investors, entrepreneurs, professionals, students and other eligible categories.
At Amer Smart Lounge, we assist applicants with the documentation and government service procedures associated with their Golden Visa Emirates ID application.
Our assistance may include:
Reviewing your available documents
Checking application information
Preparing required forms
Assisting with Emirates ID application procedures
Guiding you on supporting documents
Assisting with related Golden Residency procedures
Supporting Emirates ID renewal or updates
Guiding you to the relevant government service channel
Our team can explain the process based on your individual circumstances before you proceed.
Our team assists with a range of UAE visa, residency and Emirates ID-related services.
We help you organize the information and documents required for your application.
We assist with different Golden Visa-related procedures, including property, professional and other eligible categories.
Amer Smart Lounge is located at:
Ground Floor, Oasis Tower, near Financial Centre Metro Station, Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai.
You can also access other services through Amer Smart Lounge, including:
Visa services
Emirates ID services
Immigration services
Golden Visa services
Attestation
Translation
Government transactions
The total cost of a Golden Visa Emirates ID application can depend on the type of application, residence status, government fees and any additional services required.
Government fees can change and may vary according to the applicant’s circumstances.
For this reason, we recommend checking the applicable government fees at the time of application rather than relying on an old fee schedule.
Additional service charges may also apply for typing, processing assistance, medical services, delivery or other related procedures.
The processing time can vary depending on the Golden Residency application, Emirates ID application, biometrics, document verification and government processing requirements.
ICP publishes service-specific completion information for its digital services, but the actual time for an individual application can vary.
For example, ICP currently lists a two-day service completion duration for certain Golden Residency-related services. This should not be interpreted as a guaranteed Emirates ID delivery time for every applicant.
Amer Smart Lounge can help you understand the applicable process for your application.
A Golden Visa Emirates ID is the Emirates ID associated with a person’s UAE Golden Residency. It serves as an official identity document for UAE residents.
Yes. The Emirates ID application forms part of the residence process for eligible Golden Residency applicants. ICP states that residence permit issuance is linked to an Emirates ID card application.
Common documents include a passport, personal photograph and documents proving Golden Residency eligibility. Additional documents may be required depending on the applicant’s category.
Eligible UAE residents receive an Emirates ID as part of the applicable residency and identity registration process.
Yes. Amer Smart Lounge can assist with the application process, document preparation and related government service procedures.
Yes, eligible Golden Residency holders can complete the applicable Emirates ID renewal process when their ID needs renewal.
Depending on your circumstances, Emirates ID information may need to be updated or reissued when your residency information changes.
Medical fitness requirements depend on the applicable residence procedure and applicant’s circumstances. Applicants should follow the requirements specified by the relevant authority.
A property owner who meets the applicable Golden Residency requirements can proceed with the relevant Golden Residency process and, once eligible, the associated Emirates ID procedures. ICP currently identifies qualifying real estate investors as a Golden Residency category.
Application tracking depends on the service channel through which the application was submitted. Applicants can use the relevant government service platform or seek assistance from an authorized service centre.
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