About this service
The service enables the issuance of a new residence permit linked to an Emirates ID card application.Service Channels
- ICP Smart Services Website - Websites
- ICP Smart App - Applications
Terms and Conditions
- Passport valid for no less than 6 months
- The residence duration is determined by the study program, and the student is allowed to remain in the UAE for 180 days after the completion of the study period.
- A fine of AED 50 will be imposed for each day of overstay inside the UAE after the entry permit has expired or been cancelled, starting from the day following the end of the grace period applicable to the specific type of entry permit.
- It is required that the foreigner’s stay in the UAE does not exceed sixty (60) days from the date of entry for the purpose of completing the residence issuance procedures. If the residence permit is not finalized within this period, the applicable overstay fines will be imposed on the applicant.
- Passport valid for no less than 6 months
- The service period prior to retirement must not be less than 15 years, whether inside or outside the UAE, or the individual must have reached the age of 55 years.
- Own property worth at least AED 1 million or a financial deposit of the same value, deposited in a UAE financial institution within 60 days of residence issuance, except if invested in the UAE.
- Or Annual income must not be less than AED 240,000 or equivalent in foreign currency, with a bank statement for the last 6 months submitted at the time of application.
- A fine of AED 50 will be imposed for each day of overstay inside the UAE after the entry permit has expired or been cancelled, starting from the day following the end of the grace period applicable to the specific type of entry permit.
- It is required that the foreigner’s stay in the UAE does not exceed sixty (60) days from the date of entry for the purpose of completing the residence issuance procedures. If the residence permit is not finalized within this period, the applicable overstay fines will be imposed on the applicant.
- Passport valid for no less than 6 months
- The property must be fully constructed and does not include owners of vacant land.
- The property ownership must be registered with the competent real estate registration authority.
- The property must be fully owned by the applicant and suitable for residence
- The applicant must have a monthly income of at least AED 10,000 or its equivalent in foreign currency, or prove financial solvency throughout the residence period in the UAE.
- A fine of AED 50 will be imposed for each day of overstay inside the UAE after the entry permit has expired or been cancelled, starting from the day following the end of the grace period applicable to the specific type of entry permit.
- It is required that the foreigner’s stay in the UAE does not exceed sixty (60) days from the date of entry for the purpose of completing the residence issuance procedures. If the residence permit is not finalized within this period, the applicable overstay fines will be imposed on the applicant.
- Passport valid for no less than 6 months
- The foreign sponsor (resident in the UAE) may bring in his/her spouse, unmarried daughters, sons under 25 years old, and children with special needs. Holders of the Green Residence are also entitled to sponsor first-degree relatives.
- The foreign sponsor (resident in the UAE) may bring in his/her spouse, unmarried daughters, sons under 25 years old, and children with special needs. Holders of the Green Residence are also entitled to sponsor first-degree relatives.
- Financial solvency must be demonstrated, with a minimum monthly income of AED 3,000 plus employer-provided housing, or AED 4,000 if housing is not provided.
- Adequate housing must be secured for family members, in proportion to the property’s capacity (owned or rented).
- Proof of kinship must be provided.
- Family residence matches the sponsor’s permit and cannot exceed it
- A fine of AED 50 will be imposed for each day of overstay inside the UAE after the entry permit has expired or been cancelled, starting from the day following the end of the grace period applicable to the specific type of entry permit.
- It is required that the foreigner’s stay in the UAE does not exceed sixty (60) days from the date of entry for the purpose of completing the residence issuance procedures. If the residence permit is not finalized within this period, the applicable overstay fines will be imposed on the applicant.
- Passport valid for no less than 6 months
- The foreign sponsor (resident in the UAE) may bring in his/her spouse, unmarried daughters, sons under 25 years old, and children with special needs. Holders of the Green Residence are also entitled to sponsor first-degree relatives.
- The foreigner must hold a valid residence in the sponsor/host’s country
- Two-year renewable residence for GCC national sponsors, may be issued for one year, with a 90-day stay allowed after cancellation or expiry.
- A 5-year renewable residence permit for the sponsor category of UAE nationals.
- A fine of AED 50 will be imposed for each day of overstay inside the UAE after the entry permit has expired or been cancelled, starting from the day following the end of the grace period applicable to the specific type of entry permit.
- It is required that the foreigner’s stay in the UAE does not exceed sixty (60) days from the date of entry for the purpose of completing the residence issuance procedures. If the residence permit is not finalized within this period, the applicable overstay fines will be imposed on the applicant.
- Passport valid for no less than 6 months
- The service is provided through the Work Bundle for categories under the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation.
- A fine of AED 50 will be imposed for each day of overstay inside the UAE after the entry permit has expired or been cancelled, starting from the day following the end of the grace period applicable to the specific type of entry permit.
- It is required that the foreigner’s stay in the UAE does not exceed sixty (60) days from the date of entry for the purpose of completing the residence issuance procedures. If the residence permit is not finalized within this period, the applicable overstay fines will be imposed on the applicant.
- It is required to submit a Change of Status request within the country for a fee of AED 500, after canceling the previous residence permit and upon the issuance of a new visa or the presence of violations that need to be settled, in order to complete the residency procedures without the need to leave the UAE.
- A fee of AED 5,000 shall be collected for the recruitment of domestic workers for foreign residents, per year of issuance.
- Passport valid for no less than 6 months
- Approval from the competent authorities and authorization for the applicant to conduct the activity.
- The investor’s contribution to the company must not be less than AED 1,000,000 in cash or its equivalent in foreign currencies, whether at the time of establishing the company or when contributing to an existing company.
- If the investment or company capital consists of in-kind contributions or tangible or intangible assets, the Ministry of Economy shall evaluate these shares to verify compliance with the minimum contribution requirement.
- For the foreign investor to maintain and renew residency, they must continue to meet all conditions stated in this article and must notify the issuing authority if any of these conditions are no longer met.
Service fees
- Application Fees - 100 AED
- Issuance fee of the residence permit per year - 100 AED
- Green Residence issuance fee for a 5‑year duration, per year - 100 AED
- New Golden Residence issuance for a 10‑year duration, per year - 100 AED
- New Blue Residence issuance for a 10‑year duration, per year - 100 AED
- Smart Service Fees - 100 AED
- Financial guarantee for the investor’s family residency, applied per family member, with a maximum amount of AED 15,000. - 3000 AED
- Financial guarantee For each individual under humanitarian cases, with a maximum limit of AED 15,000 - 5000 AED
- Guarantee for the recruitment of domestic workers for foreign residents - 2000 AED
- Status Adjustment - 500 AED
List of Required Documents for Service
- Passport
- Personal Photo
- Other
- A certificate issued by the Ministry of Education or the competent educational authority in the emirate confirming the approval.
- A certificate from the university, college, or educational or research institution confirming his/her enrollment.
- A letter issued by the university, institute, educational or research institution, or any governmental or private entity in the country, confirming its acceptance to host the applicant and specifying the academic or training program and its duration.
- Valid health insurance
- Passport
- Personal Photo
- Water/ Electricity Bill
- Other
- ِِِA work certificate confirming retirement and service period, or a birth
- A certificate issued by the municipality confirming property ownership
- A certificate from the competent authority assessing the property value(s), or a mortgaged title deed showing payment of AED 1 million to release the mortgage.
- A bank certificate confirming fixed annual income, along with a bank statement for the last 6 months from the date of the residence application.
- Valid health insurance
- Passport
- Personal Photo
- Water/ Electricity Bill
- Passport
- Personal Photo
- Water/ Electricity Bill
- Other
- Proof of kinship (attested marriage contract, children’s birth certificates).
- Birth certificates to prove children’s ages, or documents proving special needs regardless of age.
- Employment certificate showing family monthly income and housing provision.
- A copy of the personal identification card (Afghanistan / Iran / Iraq).
- Valid health insurance
- Passport
- Personal Photo
- Trade License
- Other
- Partnership or Investment Agreement
- Passport
- Personal Photo
- Medical Report
- Other
- Attested marriage contract or marriage continuity certificate when sponsoring spouse.
- Birth certificates when sponsoring children.
- Proof of kinship when sponsoring parents.
- Valid health insurance
- A copy of the personal identification card (Afghanistan / Iran / Iraq).
- Passport
- Personal Photo
- Passport
- Personal Photo
- Passport
- Personal Photo
- Medical Report
- Other
- Sponsor/Employer: Employment contract with government, private sector, domestic work, or exempted entities from labor law or MoHRE work permit.
- Work permit from the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation if the sponsoring entity is subject to the Labor Relations Law or is in the domestic workers category.
- Employment contract/appointment plus proof of Wage Protection System if the entity is exempt from Labor Law or MoHRE work permit.
- A copy of the personal identification card (Afghanistan / Iran / Iraq).
- Responsible Government Entity
- Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security
- Main Service
- Residence permit services
- Service Code
- 377-006-003-000
- Total Transactions
- 1607151
- Structure and Type of Service
- Variation / Procedural
- Service Completion Duration
- 2 Days
- Service Provision Hours
- Customer Happiness Centers : As per working hours Smart Services System (Website/Mobile App) : 7/24
- Access Control
- This service requires you to login using UAE Pass What is UAE Pass?
- FAQs
- To view FAQsClick Here
- Support
- Call Center : 600522222 Customer Voice Gateway: Click Here
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