Sharjah
Sahara Centre Basement Floor - Bank Entrance - Sharjah - United Arab Emirates
Authorised Typing Centre · Sharjah
Emirates ID typing is the service of filling in and submitting your Emirates ID application through an authorised typing centre. The Emirates ID is a mandatory smart card for every UAE resident, issued by the ICP, and you must apply within 30 days of your visa being stamped. A typing centre completes the form, checks your documents, adds your photo, and submits the application to the ICP for you. At Sahara Visa Medical Centre in Sharjah, we handle your Emirates ID typing alongside your visa medical test and visa typing, so everything is done in one visit. The government card fee is AED 100 per year of visa validity, plus a small typing service charge. Accredited by MoHAP and ICA, we keep your application fast and correct. For accurate, hassle-free Emirates ID typing, Sahara Visa Medical Centre handles it all.
The Basics
Emirates ID typing is the paperwork step that turns your details into an official ICP application. A trained typist enters your information into the ICP system exactly as it appears on your passport, attaches your photo, and submits the form for you. A single wrong letter or date can delay the whole card, which is why many residents use a typing centre instead of doing it alone.
The Emirates ID itself is issued by the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security (ICP). Every resident must hold one, and you must apply within 30 days of your visa being stamped.
Accurate typing is the foundation of a smooth, delay-free Emirates ID application.
Pricing
Emirates ID cost is tied directly to your visa length, because the government card fee is charged per year of validity. The ICP sets a card fee of AED 100 for each year your visa is valid, so a longer visa means a higher card fee.
On top of the card fee, a typing centre adds a small service charge, usually in the range of AED 30 to AED 70, which covers the form, photo, document check, and submission. If you need the card urgently, the express (Fawri) service adds around AED 150 for 24-hour processing.
Because your total depends on your visa length and service level, we confirm your exact Emirates ID typing fees before you pay, with an itemised receipt. Clear, upfront pricing means no surprises at the counter.
Choosing a Route
You can apply for your Emirates ID online through the ICP app or through a typing centre, and each suits a different person. Applying online carries a AED 100 service fee and works well for simple, straightforward cases where your documents are in order.
ICP App (Online)
AED 100 service fee. Best for simple, straightforward cases with documents already in order.
Typing Centre (Sahara)
Better for complex documents, assisted service, and a case that isn’t routine.
A typing centre is the better choice when you want help or your case is not routine:
Complex documents: Staff check and fix issues before submission.
Assisted service: You avoid form errors that cause rejections.
One-stop visit: Your typing is done alongside your medical test.
Peace of mind: A trained typist handles the details correctly.
For most new residents doing their medical anyway, a typing centre saves both time and hassle.
Before You Arrive
Having the right papers ready is what keeps your typing fast, because a missing document stalls the whole application. The list is short, but each item matters.
We confirm your full documents required before we start, so nothing is missed. A complete document set is the quickest path to a clean application.
The Path
Emirates ID typing is only the first step in a short, fixed sequence set by the ICP. Knowing the full path helps you plan around it:
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Typing and submission: We complete and submit your application to the ICP.
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Biometrics: You visit an ICP centre for fingerprints and a photo.
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Approval: The ICP approves the application, usually within 24 to 48 hours.
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Card delivery: Your physical card is printed and delivered in 5 to 10 working days.
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Digital ID: A digital Emirates ID is available in the UAEICP app before the card arrives.
Children under 15 are exempt from fingerprinting. Following the steps in order keeps your Emirates ID on schedule.
Coverage
We handle every type of Emirates ID application, not just new cards, so one centre covers all your needs. Our typing service includes:
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New applications: For first-time residents after visa stamping.
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Renewals: Your card renews alongside your visa.
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Replacements: For lost, stolen, or damaged cards.
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Data updates: Changes to your name, mobile number, or other details.
Whatever your Emirates ID need, we can type and submit it correctly for you.
Save a Trip
Doing your Emirates ID typing and medical test in the same visit is the biggest time-saver we offer, because both are needed for your residency. Instead of two trips to two places, you finish both under one roof.
With your typing done at the same time, your whole residency file moves together. Handling both in one visit is what makes the process fast and simple.
Who We Serve
Our typing service fits everyone who needs an Emirates ID, from individuals to large companies. Each group uses us for a slightly different reason:
New residents: First card after visa stamping
Families: Several members’ cards together
Employers & HR: Onboarding new staff quickly
PROs & typists: A reliable bulk-processing partner
Whether you are one person or a company, our typing service fits your need.
Trust
Choosing the right Emirates ID typing centre comes down to accuracy and trust, because a typing error means a rejected or delayed card. Sahara Visa Medical Centre is accredited by the Ministry of Health and Prevention (MoHAP) and the Federal Authority for Identity and Citizenship (ICA), and we follow Emirates Health Services standards.
Official accreditation: MoHAP and ICA accredited, following EHS standards.
45+ years experience: Operated by Emitac Healthcare Solutions.
Convenient location: Sahara Centre, Al Nahda, minutes from Dubai.
That mix of accreditation, experience, and a convenient location is why residents and companies trust our typing. Accurate work from a trusted centre means your card is issued without a repeat visit.
Get Started
Getting started is simple. Visit us at Sahara Centre in Sharjah, call ahead to plan your visit, or message us on WhatsApp to ask about your application. Bring your passport, visa, and photo, and our team types and submits your Emirates ID on the spot. You can also find us easily as a visa medical centre near you.
Because we handle your Emirates ID typing and medical together, one visit moves your whole residency forward. Booking ahead keeps your visit quick and your card on schedule.
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Medical Examination Centre for Residency - Sahara Centre
Sharjah
Sahara Centre Basement Floor - Bank Entrance - Sharjah - United Arab Emirates
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sahara.mec@emitac.ae