UAE Visa: I have two UID numbers, what should I do?

However, in some cases you may have more than one UID number issued in your name. When does this happen? How does having multiple UID numbers affect you?

Here’s everything you need to know.

The Uniform Number (UID number) mentioned on the visa is part of the Federal Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security (ICP) records. UID was introduced in 2010 with Emirates ID. It is a unified six-digit number that remains the same even if you transfer from one visa to another.

According to Patricia Younes, Customer Relations Manager at Business Incorporation Zone, in some cases, people may have multiple UID numbers.

She said: “When people come to the UAE, sometimes they may get multiple UID numbers, either because they have passed through different airports, or because they have been granted entry permits for different visits to the UAE, with different permits UID number.”

“Issuing a residence visa can be complicated when a person has multiple UID numbers. Their visa application may be returned, possibly due to multiple UID numbers,” she added.

The issuance of residence visas can be complicated when a person has multiple UID numbers. Their visa application may be returned due to multiple UID numbers.

– Patricia Younes, Relationship Manager, Business Incorporation Zone

You can apply for a combined service by contacting the immigration authorities in the emirate or by registering a service provider that offers such services.

Therefore, in Dubai, you need to apply for the service through the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs (Dubai) through an Amer Centre or a registered service provider such as a typing centre.

In other UAE, you can apply for the service by visiting a typing centre registered with the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security (ICP).

Below is the list of documents you need to submit for your request:

• Copy of passport, including signature page
• Copies of old and current visas
• Cancellation documents, if your visa was recently cancelled
• Requires merged UID numbers

How to apply for services online in Dubai

According to Shafiq Muhammad, chief director of the Horizon Gate Government Transaction Centre, services in Dubai can be applied for through the GDRFA Dubai website.

The website provides a Smart Services form, which can be accessed here: https://smart.gdrfad.gov.ae/Smart_OTCServicesPortal/SmartServicesForm.aspx?GdfraLocale=en-US

The request will be processed within two to three business days and is free.

– Shafiq Muhammad, Head of Government Transaction Center, Horizon Gate​​​​

Once on the service page, follow these steps:

1. Under Service Category, select Merge/Unmerge UID Numbers.
2. After selecting an option, you will see a form appear below asking you to enter your details.
3. Enter your English name. The system will automatically fill in the Arabic spelling of your name in the next field.
4. Enter your UID number, which is the UDB number on the website.
5. In the request for details, Mohammed advises the applicant to provide details of the two UID numbers issued and any applicable document numbers.
6. Enter your mobile number and click “Verify Mobile”. You will then receive a one-time password (OTP) on your phone, which you will need to enter to verify your contact number.
7. Enter your email address and click Continue.
8. You will then be asked to upload a copy of your entry permit or visa, which may have different UID numbers.
9. After completing this step, submit the application.

“The request will be processed within two to three business days and will be free of charge,” Mohammed said.

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