Your Emirates ID has an expiry date – and unlike most deadlines in life, this one charges you AED 20 for every day you ignore it. Here’s exactly how Emirates ID renewal works in 2026: the real fees, the grace period, and the fastest way to get the new card in your hands.
When Can You Renew?
You can renew up to 6 months before expiry through ICP Smart Services – and you should. After expiry you get a 30-day grace period; beyond that, ICP charges a late fine of AED 20 per day, capped at AED 1,000, which must be paid before your new card is issued.
Emirates ID Renewal Fees in 2026
- Card fee: AED 100 per year of validity – so AED 200 for a 2-year card, AED 1,000 for a 10-year Golden Visa card.
- Service fee: AED 100 online via ICP; typing centres charge roughly AED 30–70 instead.
- Typical totals: 2-year renewal online ≈ AED 300; 10-year Golden Visa card ≈ AED 1,100.
- In a hurry? The express (Fawri) service delivers in about 24 hours for an extra AED 150.
How to Renew: Step by Step
- Apply on the ICP Smart Services portal at icp.gov.ae, the UAEICP app, or an authorised typing centre. Log in with UAE Pass, confirm your details, and pay.
- Biometrics if requested. Some renewals require updated fingerprints or photo – ICP tells you at which centre, typically within days of applying.
- Approval in 24–48 hours, then the card is printed and handed to Emirates Post.
- Delivery in 5–10 working days. Track every stage with your PRAN – see our guide to checking your Emirates ID status.
Documents You’ll Need
- Your current (or expired) Emirates ID
- Passport copy and residency visa page
- A compliant photo if requested (white background)
- For dependants: sponsor’s details
Residents renew for the length of their visa (usually 2 years); UAE nationals and Golden Visa holders can take 5- or 10-year cards.
Renewal Mistakes That Cost Money
- Waiting out the grace period – the AED 20/day metre hits its AED 1,000 cap in under two months.
- Wrong mobile number on file – you’ll miss the OTPs and delivery SMS; fix it first with our guide to updating your Emirates ID mobile number.
- Renewing the ID but not the visa – the ID’s validity is tied to your residency; expired visas block renewal.
How Can SetHub Help?
SetHub’s PRO team handles Emirates ID renewals, visa renewals, and fine disputes daily – for individuals, families, and companies renewing whole teams at once. If your case is tangled (expired visa, absent sponsor, name mismatch), schedule a call online and our experts will get back to you within one business hour.