# Certified True Copy of Emirates ID, Issued in Dubai - Canonical URL: https://certifiedtruecopydubai.ae/certified-true-copy-of-emirates-id/ - Description: Certified true copy attestation of your Emirates ID in Dubai, done in house, in person at our office, online or on a home visit. - Language: en-AE - Last updated: 2026-10-12 Get your Emirates ID examined and certified as a true copy by a licensed UAE legal professional, carried out in house at Certified True Copy Dubai. [Start Your Request](https://certifiedtruecopydubai.ae/contact-us/) [See fees](https://certifiedtruecopydubai.ae/certified-true-copy-attestation-fees-dubai/) ## Emirates ID Certification in Dubai If a bank, employer, government department, or service provider has asked for a certified true copy of Emirates ID in Dubai, we handle the appointment so the copy is examined and certified correctly the first time. What It Is ## What Is a Certified True Copy of an Emirates ID? A certified true copy of an Emirates ID is a photocopy of the front and back of the card that has been examined against the original and marked as a true and accurate copy by a licensed UAE legal professional. Because the Emirates ID is a primary identity document for residents, many organizations request a certified copy rather than the physical card itself, especially for filing, compliance, or record-keeping purposes. Who Needs This ## Who Needs This Service - Opening or updating a bank account - Signing a tenancy contract or property transaction - Completing employment or HR onboarding paperwork - Applying for a UAE trade license as an individual shareholder or manager - Submitting documents to a government department or free zone authority - Providing proof of identity for a legal or financial transaction By Situation ## Emirates ID Certification by Situation Emirates ID certification is not always the same request twice. Choose the page closest to your situation for details specific to it, or read on below for the general process. - [Certified True Copy of Emirates ID for Bank Account Opening](https://certifiedtruecopydubai.ae/certified-true-copy-of-emirates-id-for-bank-account-opening/) - [Certified True Copy of Emirates ID for Tenancy Contract and Ejari](https://certifiedtruecopydubai.ae/certified-true-copy-of-emirates-id-for-tenancy-contract/) - [Certified True Copy of Emirates ID for Visa Sponsorship](https://certifiedtruecopydubai.ae/certified-true-copy-of-emirates-id-for-visa-sponsorship/) - [Certified True Copy of Child’s or Minor’s Emirates ID](https://certifiedtruecopydubai.ae/certified-true-copy-of-child-emirates-id/) - [Certified True Copy of Expired Emirates ID](https://certifiedtruecopydubai.ae/certified-true-copy-of-expired-emirates-id/) Attendance ## Who Can Attend the Appointment In most cases, a representative can bring the original Emirates ID to the appointment on the holder’s behalf, since the certifying professional is confirming that the copy matches the original document. Some receiving authorities may still require the ID holder to attend in person. If you are unsure which applies to your situation, check with the authority requesting the certified true copy before booking, or ask us and we will help you confirm the requirement. Before You Attend ## What to Bring - Original, valid Emirates ID (not expired) - A letter or form from the receiving authority stating their exact requirement, if provided - Any additional supporting document the requesting authority has asked for - Valid ID for the person attending the appointment, if requested by the certifying office The Process ## How It Works - Contact us with your document details and the purpose of the certified true copy. - We confirm the requirement and book your appointment in person at our office, online or on a home visit. - You, or your representative where permitted, attend with the original Emirates ID. - The professional examines the card, certifies the copy as a true copy, and issues it with the required stamps or signatures. - Collect your certified true copy or have it returned to you, depending on what you choose. ### Need It Today Need your certified true copy of Emirates ID urgently? Same-day certification is often possible depending on appointment availability. See our Same-Day / Urgent Certified True Copy Attestation page for details. [See same-day options](https://certifiedtruecopydubai.ae/same-day-true-copy-attestation-dubai/) Cost ## What It Costs Fees for a certified true copy of an Emirates ID depend on the urgency of the request. Visit our Certified True Copy Attestation Fees & Process page for full details. [See fees and process](https://certifiedtruecopydubai.ae/certified-true-copy-attestation-fees-dubai/) Why Use Us ## Why Use Certified True Copy Dubai - Our own licensed lawyers and legal consultants do the work, so you do not have to search for one yourself - We help confirm exactly what a receiving authority needs before you attend - We can book appointments quickly, including same-day requests where available - We handle Emirates ID certifications alongside other document types, so multi-document requests can be done together - Clear guidance in plain English on what to bring and who needs to attend Avoid Delays ## Mistakes to Avoid - Bringing an expired Emirates ID - Bringing a photocopy instead of the original card for the appointment - Not checking whether the receiving authority requires the ID holder to attend in person - Assuming a certified true copy of an Emirates ID replaces the need to renew an expiring card - Missing a required cover letter or form from the requesting authority - Leaving the request until the last minute when the deadline is fixed Real Situations ## Real-World Examples A tenant needs a certified true copy of their Emirates ID as part of the paperwork for a new tenancy contract. A new shareholder in a small business needs a certified true copy of their Emirates ID for their trade license application. An employee’s HR department requests a certified true copy of the Emirates ID for the employee’s personnel file, and a colleague brings the card in on the employee’s behalf while they are traveling. Licensing ## Who Certifies Your Document Every certified true copy we handle is examined and certified by one of our own licensed lawyers or legal consultants, typically a notary public or lawyer authorized to perform this function. We handle certified true copy of Emirates ID appointments across Dubai. If you are based in Abu Dhabi or Sharjah, we can also book appointments there. See our Certified True Copy Attestation in Abu Dhabi and Certified True Copy Attestation in Sharjah pages for more detail. - [Abu Dhabi](https://certifiedtruecopydubai.ae/certified-true-copy-attestation-abu-dhabi/) - [Sharjah](https://certifiedtruecopydubai.ae/certified-true-copy-attestation-sharjah/) Know The Difference ## Certified True Copy vs Full Attestation A certified true copy of an Emirates ID confirms that the copy matches the original card. It is not the same as full attestation, which is a separate legalization process typically reserved for documents that need to be recognized outside the UAE, such as educational certificates or company papers. For most Emirates ID related requests, such as banking, tenancy, or HR submissions, a certified true copy is sufficient. Our Certified True Copy vs Notarization vs Attestation guide explains the difference in more detail if you are unsure what your situation needs. Our plain-language guide explains how these differ. [Read the comparison guide](https://certifiedtruecopydubai.ae/certified-true-copy-vs-notarization-vs-attestation/) Reviews ## What clients say Keep Reading ## Related Pages - [Certified True Copy of Passport](https://certifiedtruecopydubai.ae/certified-true-copy-of-passport-dubai/) - [Certified True Copy of Driving License](https://certifiedtruecopydubai.ae/certified-true-copy-of-driving-license/) - [Individual Document Certification hub](https://certifiedtruecopydubai.ae/individual-document-certification-dubai/) - [Same-Day / Urgent Certified True Copy Attestation](https://certifiedtruecopydubai.ae/same-day-true-copy-attestation-dubai/) - [Certified True Copy Attestation Fees & Process](https://certifiedtruecopydubai.ae/certified-true-copy-attestation-fees-dubai/) - [Certified True Copy vs Notarization vs Attestation guide](https://certifiedtruecopydubai.ae/certified-true-copy-vs-notarization-vs-attestation/) Questions ## Emirates ID Certification FAQs Yes. A licensed UAE legal professional needs to examine the original card against the copy before certifying it as a true copy. In most cases, yes, a representative can bring your original Emirates ID for you. Some receiving authorities may require you to attend in person, so it is worth checking the requirement before booking. No. A certified true copy confirms the copy matches the original. Full attestation is a separate legalization process, typically used for documents that need recognition outside the UAE. Timing depends on appointment availability and the urgency of your request. Same-day certification is often possible. See our Same-Day page for more detail. Fees depend on the urgency of the request. Visit our Fees & Process page for current information. No. A certified true copy is a document for a specific submission purpose. It does not replace the need to renew an expiring Emirates ID through the normal government process. ## Start Today Get your certified true copy of Emirates ID done in house today. [Contact Us](https://certifiedtruecopydubai.ae/contact-us/) [WhatsApp us](https://wa.me/971524841790) ## Get in Touch Send us your details and we will get back to you to confirm your appointment. 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