How to Amend UAE Entry-Permit Data
Correct data on an ICP-issued UAE entry permit before relying on it for travel or residence processing.
Start with the correct channel
ICP’s amendment-of-visa-data service corrects information on an entry permit issued by the federal authority. It is for the permit record, not for changing non-essential Emirates ID contact details or a Dubai-issued residence record handled by GDRFA. Check the issuing authority first.
Step by step
1. Identify the exact error
Compare the entry permit with the passport and application. Note the spelling, passport, profession, sponsor or other field that needs correction.
2. Confirm the issuing authority
Use ICP for permits it issued. For a Dubai GDRFA-issued document, follow GDRFA’s applicable amendment route instead of creating a second file.
3. Submit the correction evidence
Use ICP Smart Services or the app, review retrieved data and upload the passport, photo and letter or employment evidence required for the selected category.
4. Wait for the corrected output
Do not book non-refundable travel or continue linked residence steps using information known to be wrong. Verify every field on the final permit.
Important: An amendment does not automatically extend an expired permit or cancel overstay fines. Those are separate services and deadlines.
Before you act
ICP currently lists a passport valid for more than six months, a two-day completion target, AED50 application fee and AED100 smart-services fee, with category-specific documents. Recheck before payment.
Official source and review note
Dubai Daily Guide reviewed this article on 12 October 2026 against ICP — Amendment of Visa Data ↗. Check the live service before acting because eligibility, documents, fees and processing steps can change.