UAE Launches Automatic Passport and Emirates ID Renewals for Eligible Residents

Abu Dhabi - The UAE has launched a new initiative that will automatically renew passports and Emirates ID cards for eligible senior citizens and people of determination, eliminating the need for applications, visits or in-person procedures.

The initiative, known as the Taqdeer Package, was introduced by the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security in cooperation with the Ministry of Community Empowerment. It forms part of the second cycle of the UAE’s Zero Government Bureaucracy Programme, which aims to simplify public services and remove unnecessary administrative steps.

Under the new system, the authority will proactively monitor the expiry dates of passports and Emirates ID cards for beneficiaries enrolled in the social support programme. When documents near expiration, they will be renewed automatically, printed and delivered directly to the beneficiary’s residence before the current documents expire.

In a statement issued yesterday, the authority said the initiative represents a gesture of appreciation toward senior citizens and people of determination, recognising their lifelong contributions and service to the nation. The move also aligns with the UAE’s declaration of 2025 as the Year of the Community, reflecting the country’s focus on social cohesion and inclusive services.

The entire process is fully digital and requires no action from beneficiaries. Once the renewal is completed, individuals will be notified that their documents have been updated, after which an authorised employee will deliver the new passport and Emirates ID card to their home.

As a result of the initiative, the authority confirmed that the number of steps required to renew documents for this group has been reduced from three to zero, providing what it described as a more dignified, seamless and humane service experience.