A Complete Guide to ICP Smart Services

Dubai, known to be one of the best and safest countries in the world, is also known for its services as well as some distinguished processes. One of those services is the ICP smart service. It refers to the services provided by the UAE’s Federal Authority for Identity and Citizenship. Now, you might be wondering about the connection between ICP and the Federal Authority, right? Well, this is what we will read today and help you see everything clearly about ICP smart services and how the Federal Authority is related to it.

What is ICP smart service?

ICP smart service is the abbreviation of the Identity and Citizenship Program. It was earlier known as ICA Smart Service. This service is best for managing all your visa-related, identity-related or travel-related services. To add more it helps people travelling within, to or from Dubai and makes it easier for them to renew their visas, apply for visas, renew Emirates ID, handle passport services, apply for citizenship, etc.

You can access ICP smart service from your phone or laptop and apply for a visa or other important things. Additionally, you visit the Customer Happiness Center in person, online, or through your mobile device. And to stay up-to-date, you can follow the social media platforms.

How does ICP service help?

ICP services help individuals, business owners, tourists, and government entities.

Individuals: ICP helps individuals with the below services.

• Status of your application.
• Apply for an ID card.
• Passport-related services.
• Emirates ID services.
• Entry permits.
• Identity verification.
• Amend family details.
• Apply for exemption.
• Mabrouk Ma Yak.

Business: Business owners can take the below advantages of ICP service.

• Company registration
• Residency services
• Employee visa services
• Labour and employee management
• Document verification
• Business licensing
• Establishment cards

Tourist:

• Tourist visa application
• Travel records
• Visa extensions

Government entities:

• Interdepartmental services
• Statistics and reporting
• Regulatory and Compliance Management

General services:

• Financial transactions
• Application management
• File management
• Public queries and support
• Feedback and suggestions
• Educational content
• Receive emergency alerts

Who has to register for ICP smart services?

• New residents
• Someone who wants to renew the visa or want to change something
• For passport services
• Businesses and employers
• A visitor
• GCC nationals

The abovementioned have to register on ICP services to manage their essential services easily. However, UAE residents and tourists travelling to the UAE do not have to register on the ICP portal before travel.

How to register on ICP smart services?

Unlike other services registering on the ICP smart service is a seamless process.

1. Visit the official website: Visit the official website of the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security.
2. Create an account: Once you’ve successfully opened the website, search for a section where you can open a new user account. Make sure to have all necessary documents nearby while you’re creating an account.
3. Verification: Like all the processes, once you’ve submitted all the documents, you will get a verification link sent to your email or registered mobile number.
4. Log in: Once the verification process is completed, you can log in with your credentials.
5. Enter the required information: After the login, you’ve to enter additional details, like your Emirates ID, passport information, etc.
6. Complete the registration: As you scroll down, you will find the information you have to fill out; read everything carefully and complete the process.
7. Access service: At the end when everything is completed, you can access services offered by ICP.

With this process, there are alternative processes too.

1. At the airport: It is easy to register at the airport too. You’ve to provide your smart number and nationality at the Smart Service Counter.
2. By telephone: You can also register by just calling the number: 800 9090.
3. Mobile application: The easiest process will be registering from the mobile application. Download the UAEICP mobile application and step by step follow the registration guide.

Conclusion

It is necessary to know about any country before you step into it; knowing the processes saves you from unnecessary time wastage as well as makes it easier to travel across. The ICP Smart Service is the best option when you’re travelling across the UAE for XYZ reasons. We have mentioned the process of the ICP smart service, how it helps you, where you can register it, etc. Worry not; if you still have any questions, you can ask our team at Make My Firm, and we will be more than happy to assist you.