Emirates ID renewal window extended to one year before expiry

UAE nationals can now renew their Emirates ID cards up to one year before their expiry date, mirroring the passport renewal process. The change, effective July 14, 2026, extends the previous six-month renewal window. When expiry dates of both the Emirates ID and passport coincide, citizens can renew both documents through a single integrated transaction. The Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security (ICP) announced the update as part of the UAE's broader strategy to implement proactive digital solutions and enhance quality of life. Major General Suhail Saeed Al Khaili, Director General of ICP, stated that the extension reflects the directives of UAE leadership to deliver proactive government services and demonstrates ICP's commitment to responding to citizens' expectations by offering greater flexibility. The decision also supports the objectives of the UAE's Zero Government Bureaucracy Programme by simplifying the customer journey and reducing procedural duplication.