How to Replace the Photo on Your Emirates ID

Are you facing issues with people recognizing you based on your outdated Emirates ID card photo? If so, it’s important to update your personal photo on your Emirates ID. In this guide, we will walk you through the entire process of changing the photo on your Emirates ID, including the application submission and required documents.

Here’s how you can get an Emirates ID photo change:

1. Visit one of the customer happiness centers of the Federal Authority for Identity and Citizenship (ICP) with your original passport and Emirates ID card.
2. Make sure you have your replacement photo ready, which should be a passport-sized photo with a white background.
3. Complete the application form for changing information and submit it along with the necessary documents.
4. Pay the application fee for issuing an Emirates ID card with updated data, which amounts to AED 150 (inclusive of AED 40 service fees).
5. Provide biometrics, including a new photo and fingerprints, if required.
6. After submitting the application (usually within 48 hours), you will receive an SMS notification informing you that your updated Emirates ID is ready for collection.
7. Collect your new ID card from the post office specified in the SMS.

By following these steps, you can easily update the photo on your Emirates ID card to ensure a more accurate representation of your current appearance.

Emirates ID Photo Requirements

To ensure compliance with the latest guidelines set by the Federal Authority for Identity and Citizenship (ICP), here are the current Emirates ID photo requirements:

1. The Emirates ID card photo should be of high quality, in color, and taken within the last six months.
2. The background color of the Emirates ID photo must be white.
3. The facial features captured in the Emirates ID card photo should appear natural and not be exaggerated.
4. When taking the photograph, the head position should be straight and parallel to the camera lens.
5. Keep your eyes open and look directly at the camera lens. Remember that wearing colored lenses is not allowed.
6. Wearing glasses is permissible as long as they do not obstruct vision or cause reflections.
7. The attire should ideally be similar to the one worn in the holder’s passport photo. Head coverings are allowed based on national dress or religious beliefs.
8. The photo resolution should be at least 600 dpi, without any ink traces or distortion.

By adhering to these Emirates ID photo requirements, you can ensure that your ID card photo meets the necessary standards and accurately represents your appearance.