Guide on how to change the phone number linked to your Emirates ID

Guide on how to change the phone number linked to your Emirates ID - Makebiz

The Federal Identity and Citizenship Authority (ICP) has simplified the procedure for changing a phone number linked to a local identity card (EID). The feature is now available online. Changing the number is quick and without unnecessary bureaucracy.

The UAE authorities have provided step-by-step instructions, following which you can update your data. First of all, you need to authorize on the ICP portal. Then it is important to correctly and consistently fill in the information in the pop-up fields. 

One of the available services of the personal cabinet is to update your information. You will have to go through the procedure of identity verification. This is a necessary security measure to ensure that the request comes from you. When editing new data about the number, make sure that the data entered is correct, because the success of the operation depends on it. Before the final validation of the data, there is one more verification procedure to be done by sending an SMS code. After successful validation, the platform will display a summary of the request. After confirming the correctness of the data and paying the state fee, you will receive a notification that the request has been processed and the data has been updated.

Thus, changing your Emirates ID phone number has become a more affordable process thanks to the ICP online platform. By following the step-by-step instructions, you will be able to update your data quickly and efficiently and continue using all government smart services. However, realizing the importance of the procedure, it is recommended that you contact experienced professionals to avoid mistakes and repeated fees. 

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