The UAE has experienced a significant increase in population following a decline during the 2020 Coronavirus outbreak, as the influx of expatriates resumed. Data from the Dubai Statistics Centre indicates that the population of Dubai, a key hub for trade, finance, and tourism, expanded by 25,776 in the first quarter of 2024, reaching a total of 3,680,785. This growth rate surpasses the 25,489 increase recorded in the same period of the previous year, suggesting a quicker return of foreign professionals. Reports estimate that around half a million Egyptian expatriates live in the UAE. To support this significant community, there are an Egyptian Embassy in Abu Dhabi and a Consulate in Dubai.
Here's a comprehensive guide on renewing your Egyptian passport in the UAE: Required documents include the original and a copy of your previous passport, your national ID card (original and copy for those aged 16 and over), and a birth certificate along with the national ID number for minors under 16. Ensure the form is completed accurately, mirroring the details on the birth certificate. Additionally, prepare three recent color photographs (4*6 cm, white background) and a fully completed, printed form from the official website (https://dubai.egyptconsulates.org/new-forms/Issuance-passport.html). Women must provide documentation of their marital status, either a computerized Egyptian marriage or divorce certificate, or a declaration of single status if applicable. Academic registration certificates are also required for students.
The cost to renew a passport is Dh860. The process involves gathering all necessary documents, including the online form, visiting the Egyptian Embassy or Consulate to submit them, paying the fees, and awaiting your new passport, which typically takes about four months if all documentation is in order.
