Efficient Document Management for UAE Residents: Access All on Your Phone
Saturday, 6 July 2024
Imagine never having to search for your driver’s license or marriage certificate again. Thanks to the UAE’s cutting-edge digital infrastructure, you can securely store essential documents on your phone, making them easily accessible whenever you need them.
The UAE’s Advanced Digital Government Strategy
As part of its Digital Government strategy, the UAE government has established a comprehensive digital infrastructure that enables you to request and store important documents from various government departments in a single app on your phone. These documents are instantly verified, providing you with hassle-free access to all your essential paperwork.
Discover How It Works and Which Documents You Can Store
Wondering how you can manage your documents digitally and what types of documents can be stored on your phone? Here’s a detailed guide.
UAE Pass: Your All-in-One Digital Document App
No matter what type of phone you have—be it Apple, Android, or Huawei—you can use the UAE Pass app to securely store all official documents issued by UAE government departments. Key documents you can save include:
- Driving Licence
- Emirates ID
- Residence Visa
- Tenancy Contract
- Car Registration
- Attested Degree from Ministry of Education (if attested after April 1, 2020)
- Marriage Certificate from Ministry of Justice (if issued after January 1, 2020)
- Labour Card
- Labour Contract
- Property Title Deed
The UAE Pass app allows you to upload documents from 16 different government departments, totaling up to 40 different types of documents. If you haven’t downloaded the UAE Pass app yet, now is the time to do so!
How to Add Documents to Your UAE Pass App
To add documents to your UAE Pass app, follow these steps:
- Open the App: Navigate to the ‘Documents’ section at the bottom of the screen.
- Request a Document: Select ‘Request a document’ and choose the relevant government department for the document you need. For example:
- Ministry of Interior for digital driving license or car registration.
- o Dubai Land Department or Department of Land and Real Estate Regulation, Ajman for rental contracts.
- Select and Request: Choose the document you need from the drop-down menu, tap ‘Request’, and confirm. You’ll receive a confirmation message, and the document will appear in your digital vault within a few minutes.
Using Digital Copies for Services
Once your document is saved in the app, you can use it in three ways:
- Download as PDF: Tap the ‘download’ icon to save the document in your phone files. The PDF will have a ‘UAE Verify’ stamp, confirming its authenticity.
- Share Online: Tap the ‘share’ icon to send the document via email, WhatsApp, or any other app.
- QR Verification: Use the ‘QR verification’ option for physical document verification. The app will generate a QR code, active for five minutes, which the recipient can scan to confirm the document’s validity through the ‘UAE Verify’ website.
Quick Access via Your Phone Wallet
In addition to the UAE Pass app, you can also upload certain documents to your phone’s digital wallet, regardless of whether you have an Apple, Android, or Huawei device.
IDs You Can Add to Your Apple Wallet:
- Dubai Driving Licence via the RTA Dubai app.
- Dubai Car Registration via the RTA Dubai app.
- Emirates ID via the UAEICP app.
IDs You Can Add to Your Samsung Wallet:
- Dubai Driving Licence using the RTA Dubai app.
- Dubai Car Registration with the RTA Dubai app.
- Manage Your Nol Card with the nolPay app.
Your Emirates ID can also provide access to medical facilities, useful if you forget your health insurance card.
IDs You Can Add to Your Huawei Wallet:
- Virtual Nol Card available through the Huawei Wallet app.
By leveraging the UAE’s advanced digital infrastructure, managing your essential documents has never been easier or more secure. Download the UAE Pass app today and streamline your document management with just a few taps on your phone.
