Twenty Dirhams poorer every day – Emirates ID
The time of grace periods and extended deadlines has dried up and the longer that unregistered residents wait, the more expensive the final payment.
October 9, 2012 12:26
EIDA discovers ‘Social Media’
They might have made a remarkable four year long hash of their communications, but EIDA has consistently served up quality entertainment says Alex Mcnabb.
June 19, 2012 4:50
The Sceptics: The Emirates ID Card Moves Online?
Going online is much awaited and welcome move for the Emirates ID, but it also a move that will need some clarification says Alexander McNabb.
January 4, 2012 2:21
IBAN blunders, already?
The nationwide implementation of IBANs is a good thing. But Precious de Leon thinks gaffes are bound to happen along the way, especially with only a month before the deadline.
October 18, 2011 3:59
A Game of Chicken: EIDA vs UAE
The never ending saga of getting a Emirates ID has Kipp severely unfazed: bring on the fines, the penalties and the ultimatums…we’re ready.
September 15, 2011 3:08
The slow digital march of EIDA
Oh dearest EIDA, EIDA, EIDA- sometimes we wonder if you’ve come from a different era altogether. From the never ending…
September 4, 2011 4:28
No Emirates ID? That will be a Dh20 per day, please!
Kipp can’t help but associate the current announcement to EIDA’s usual end of year sudden awakening.
August 22, 2011 2:00
EIDA The Perfectionist
EIDA announces new transfer options, because, y’know , they’ve just about perfected the art of issuing IDs.
April 25, 2011 4:00New UAE ID card application process to cut wait
A new system to process identity card applications in the UAE should speed up the registration process, says authority.
May 22, 2010 3:04
Good news as ID card saga continues
According to reports, all expatriates in the UAE have until the end of 2010 to get their ID cards.
February 16, 2009 1:54
A major step for Turkey
As Prime Minister Erdogan showcases Turkey's prestige on a visit to the White House, the country has its ratings upgraded...
May 19, 2013 9:45
Dusting off the Emirates ID card
The Emirates Identity Authority is 'keen' on making its ID cards more functional.
May 16, 2013 5:57
Taking on Abercrombie & Fitch
Controversial views from the clothing company's CEO causes huge backlash.
May 16, 2013 2:43
Fake pilot 'on the run'
Michael Fay forged papers and operated as a pilot for Afriqiyah Airways for eight months. . .
May 14, 2013 11:26