UAE Visa and Emirates ID Fines: 14 Violations With Penalties up to Dh20,000

Residents in the UAE must obtain and renew their Emirates ID on time, as delays can result in significant fines.

According to the Federal Authority for Identity and Citizenship, Customs, and Ports Security (ICP), there are 14 specific violations related to Emirates ID and UAE visa services, with fines ranging from Dh20 per day to Dh20,000.

Emirates ID Violations

1 Late Registration and Renewal:
Residents must register for or renew their Emirates ID within 30 days of expiration. Delays incur fines of Dh20 per day, up to a maximum of Dh1,000.

2 Misuse and Obstruction:
Misuse of the system, obstructing ICP employees, or failing to cooperate results in a fine of Dh5,000.

3 False Information:
Inaccuracies in printing requests by system users incur a Dh100 fine while providing false information results in a Dh3,000 fine.

4 Non-existent Facility:

Issuing visas or entry permits to non-existent facilities results in a Dh20,000 fine.

Residency and Foreign Affairs Violations

ICP has outlined six fines, each Dh500, related to residency and foreign affairs services:

1 Incorrect Transactions:

Submitting transactions that do not belong to the company.

2 Data Mis-entry:

Entering data not belonging to the company via e-dirham.

3 Expired Representative Card:

Allowing the company representative’s card to expire.

4 Card Presentation:

Not carrying the card when submitting transactions.

5 Service Centre Violations:

Violating the work system in service centres.

6 Non-compliance:

Failing to comply with pledges submitted to ICP.

Lost Emirates ID

If you lose your Emirates ID or it is stolen or damaged, you must request a replacement from the ICP and pay the following fees:

* Replacement Fee: Dh300.

* Application Fee: Dh70 (typing centres) or Dh40 (eForm on the ICA website).

* Express Service: Additional Dh150 at ICA’s Customer Happiness Centre.

These fees apply to UAE nationals, GCC nationals, and expatriate residents.

Exemptions from Late Renewal Fines

Under specific circumstances, individuals may request exemptions from late renewal fines:

1 Extended Absence:

Individuals who left the country for more than three months and whose ID expired after departure.

2 Deportation or Legal Cases:

Individuals deported or whose passports are seized pending cases, with proper documentation.

3 Pre-Nationality Issuance:

Individuals who did not have an ID card before obtaining UAE nationality and family book.

4 Health Conditions:

Bed-ridden individuals, those with contagious diseases, or disabilities, with medical certification.

5 Diplomatic Staff:

Staff of diplomatic or consular missions and their dependents.

6 Elderly:

Individuals aged 70 or older, unable to visit customer happiness centres, with proof of age.

7 Social Security Beneficiaries:

Emiratis under the social security system and their dependents, with official certification of financial status.

8 Technical Errors:

Delays due to computer errors can also result in waived fines.

By adhering to these regulations and promptly addressing any issues with your Emirates ID, you can avoid these substantial fines and ensure compliance with UAE laws.

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