United Arab Emirates passport fees in 2026
- 5-year total
- AED 65 delivered 1
- 10-year total
- AED 115 delivered 1
- Application fee
- AED 10 1
- Issue fee
- AED 40 for 5 years, AED 90 for 10 years 1
- Delivery
- AED 15 1
- Completion time
- 2 days 1
- Fees checked
- 19 October 2026 1
UAE passport fee table
The Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security publishes the same fee components for issue and renewal 1,2.
| Passport type | Validity | Pages | Fee | How to pay | Date checked |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UAE passport, citizen below age 21 | 5 years | Not published | AED 65 total with delivery | ICP website or smart app | 19 October 2026 |
| UAE passport, citizen age 21 or older | 10 years | Not published | AED 115 total with delivery | ICP website or smart app | 19 October 2026 |
| Renewal abroad | Based on age | Not published | AED 60 in the foreign ministry service guide | At the UAE embassy after online application | 19 October 2026 |
How the domestic total is calculated
Every domestic application carries an AED 10 application fee. The issue fee is AED 40 for 5 years or AED 90 for 10 years. Delivery is AED 15 1.
This makes the delivered total AED 65 for 5 years and AED 115 for 10 years. The authority's FAQ confirms the application and issue amounts 2.
Validity and renewal timing
A citizen age 21 or older receives a passport valid for 10 years. A citizen below age 21 receives 5 years 1.
Renewal is available when the passport has expired or has one year or less remaining. The applicant supplies a new personal photograph that meets ICAO standards 1.
How to apply
Submit through the ICP Smart Services website or smart application using UAE Pass. Review the application, attach the photograph when it is not available through government links, pay the stated fees and receive the new passport through the authorised delivery company 1.
The authority lists a 2-day completion time. A service centre can require fingerprint and signature capture when needed 1.
Renewing from abroad
Citizens outside the UAE use the foreign ministry service for passports of nationals abroad. The ministry service guide lists AED 60 and instructs the applicant to submit online, then visit the UAE embassy with the original passport and photograph 3.
The domestic AED 15 delivery charge does not describe the embassy process. Check the relevant UAE embassy for local collection instructions 1,3.
Common questions
How much is a UAE passport for 5 years?
AED 65 delivered in the UAE, made up of AED 10 application, AED 40 issue and AED 15 delivery fees 1.
How much is a UAE passport for 10 years?
AED 115 delivered in the UAE 1.
Who gets a 10-year UAE passport?
A UAE citizen age 21 or older 1.
How long does UAE passport renewal take?
The Federal Authority lists 2 days 1.
How do I renew a UAE passport?
Use the ICP website or smart app in the UAE. Citizens abroad use the foreign ministry service and their UAE embassy 1,3.
Rules and fees change. Check the official site linked above before you apply or pay. Spotted an error? Email hello@passportfees.org with the official link.
Sources
- Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security: Passport renewal fees and terms, checked 19 October 2026
- Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security: Passport fee FAQ, checked 19 October 2026
- Ministry of Foreign Affairs: Service guide for renewing UAE passports abroad, checked 19 October 2026
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