UAE Government Services
Complete Guide 2025

Navigate UAE's digital government services with confidence. From Emirates ID to business licenses, your complete guide to official procedures and requirements.

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Government Services
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Digital Services
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Emirates Covered

Official UAE Government Portals

Access all UAE government services through official digital platforms

Essential UAE Government Services

Complete step-by-step procedures for the most important government services every UAE resident needs

Emirates ID

Essential Identity Document

New Applications

  • • Online application via ICP portal
  • • Required documents checklist
  • • Biometric appointment booking
  • • Status tracking system

Renewals & Updates

  • • Renewal process (before expiry)
  • • Address change procedures
  • • Lost/damaged card replacement
  • • Family member additions

💳 Processing Time: 5-10 working days

Fees: AED 370-670 depending on validity

Visa Services

Entry & Residence Permits

Entry Visas

  • • Tourist visa (30/90 days)
  • • Visit visa extensions
  • • Transit visa applications
  • • Golden visa eligibility

Residence Permits

  • • Employment residence visa
  • • Investor residence permit
  • • Family sponsorship visas
  • • Student residence permits

🛂 Processing: 3-21 working days

Fees vary by visa type & nationality

Business Setup

Commercial Licenses

Mainland Business

  • • Commercial license application
  • • Trade name reservation
  • • MOA preparation & attestation
  • • Municipality approvals

Free Zone Options

  • • DMCC, DIFC, ADGM setup
  • • Activity selection guidance
  • • Visa allocation procedures
  • • Bank account opening support

🏢 Setup Time: 7-30 days

Costs: AED 15,000-50,000+

Vehicle Services

Registration, licensing, traffic fines, and RTA services

Healthcare

Health insurance, medical licensing, hospital services

Education

School enrollment, higher education, certificate attestation

Housing

RERA registration, tenancy contracts, utilities setup