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Establishment Card Renewal Services in Dubai

Authorised Renewal of Company Immigration Cards through an official Amer Centre

EGSH is an authorised Amer Centre providing Establishment Card renewal services in Dubai through the official General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs (GDRFA) systems. All applications are processed in accordance with current immigration regulations and government procedures.

Through EGSH, the client receives a renewed Establishment (Immigration) Card, with the company’s immigration file kept active and fully compliant, allowing uninterrupted processing of employee, partner, and investor visas in Dubai.

Client benefits:

  • Authorised Amer centre
  • Submission through official GDRFA systems
  • Same-visit application
  • Transparent, government-regulated fees

In most cases, Establishment Card renewal is completed within one working day, subject to the GDRFA’s system approval and licence validity.

Authorised Renewal of Company Immigration Cards through an official Amer Centre

How to Renew an Establishment Card in Dubai

A Clear, GDRFA-Approved Process in EGSH

01

Contact EGSH

Visit our authorised centre during working hours—no prior appointment is required. You may also book your visit online for convenience.

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Document Review

EGSH verifies the company’s trade licence status and immigration file details to confirm eligibility for Establishment Card renewal in accordance with the GDRFA requirements.

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Application Submission

The renewal application is submitted through official Amer channels, with payment of government- regulated fees and real-time system processing.

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Receive the Renewed Card

The updated Establishment (Immigration) Card is issued, keeping the company’s immigration file active and enabling continued visa processing without interruption.

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You can stop by EGSH during working hours without an appointment or book your visit at a time that suits you best.

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Documents Required for Establishment Card Renewal in Dubai

Official GDRFA Document Requirements for Immigration Card Renewal

Valid Trade Licence

An active Dubai trade licence matching the company’s immigration file.

Existing Establishment Card

Current Establishment Card or immigration file number registered with GDRFA.

Authorised Signatory Documents

Emirates ID and passport of the authorised signatory listed on the trade licence.

Immigration System Compliance

No active immigration blocks, suspensions, or visa freezes affecting the establishment file.

About EGSH

EGSH — Emirates Government Services Hub — is the UAE’s first VIP centre, consolidating key government services under one roof. Established under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Mohammed Bin Maktoum Bin Juma Al Maktoum, EGSH provides convenient access to official procedures for UAE nationals and expats. Aligned with Dubai’s «Zero Government Bureaucracy» initiative, EGSH helps clients save time. Most services are completed in a single visit.

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Why Renew Your Establishment Card with EGSH

Fast Processing And Government-Linked Immigration Services

VIP Service

Personal assistance and priority processing with no queues.

Affordable Fees

Official government rates with transparent, fixed pricing.

All Services in One Place

Comprehensive range of UAE government services under one roof.

One-Visit Completion

Most procedures are completed in a single visit to the centre.

What Is an Establishment Card (Immigration Card) in Dubai

An Establishment Card, also referred to as an Immigration Card, is the document that confirms a company’s registration in the immigration file system of the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs (GDRFA) in Dubai. It links the licensed entity to its official immigration file and authorises the company to act as a visa sponsor.

In Dubai, an Establishment Card is issued for a validity period of one year and must be renewed annually to keep the company’s immigration file active. The card is mandatory for accessing immigration services, including visa issuance, renewal, and cancellation through GDRFA-authorised channels.

The Establishment Card does not replace a trade licence and serves a separate, immigration-specific function. If the card expires or is not renewed, the company’s immigration file becomes inactive, and all visa-related transactions are blocked until the Establishment Card is renewed and compliance is restored.

Legal Basis for Establishment Card Renewal

The requirement to renew an Establishment Card is based on the UAE immigration regulatory framework governing employer registration and visa sponsorship. In Dubai, this framework is administered and enforced by the GDRFA.

Per UAE immigration law, only registered and compliant establishments are permitted to act as sponsors for residency visas. Registration of an establishment in the immigration system is confirmed through the issuance of an Establishment Card, which forms part of the company’s official immigration file maintained by the GDRFA.

The renewal of the Establishment Card is the legal mechanism through which GDRFA verifies that:

  • The company continues to hold a valid trade licence
  • The establishment remains eligible to sponsor visas
  • The immigration file is kept active and compliant within the government system

If the Establishment Card expires, the establishment is treated as non-compliant for immigration purposes, and the immigration file may be restricted until renewal is completed. For this reason, renewal is a mandatory legal requirement for any company intending to continue visa-related operations in Dubai.

Establishment Card Renewal Status and Expiry Fines

The status of an Establishment Card is tracked electronically in the GDRFA immigration system. Once the card reaches its expiry date and is not renewed, the immigration file status is updated automatically.

If an Establishment Card expires and renewal is not completed:

  • The company’s immigration file becomes inactive
  • All visa-related transactions are blocked at the system level

In addition, a late renewal fine of AED 500 per month is applied for each month of delay, calculated from the Establishment Card expiry date. The fine continues to accrue until the card is renewed.

All system restrictions and accrued fines must be cleared before the immigration file can be reactivated. Visa issuance, renewal, or cancellation cannot proceed until the Establishment Card is renewed and the file status is restored to compliance in the GDRFA system.

How to Renew an Establishment Card in Dubai

Establishment Card renewal is processed through GDRFA-authorised Amer Centres, such as EGSH. The procedure is electronic and subject to real-time system validation.

The renewal process includes:

  • Verification of an active and valid trade licence
  • Confirmation of the company’s immigration file status
  • Verification of authorised signatory details registered with the GDRFA
  • Submission of the renewal request through Amer channels
  • Payment of government-regulated renewal fees

Once the application is approved, the Establishment Card is renewed in the GDRFA system for the next validity period, and the company’s immigration file remains active for continued visa sponsorship and immigration services.

Official Fees for Establishment Card Renewal

Establishment Card renewal fees in Dubai are fixed government fees set by the GDRFA and paid through authorised Amer Centres.

The standard fees include:

  • AED 500 — Establishment Card renewal fee (per year)
  • AED 10 — Knowledge fee
  • AED 10 — Innovation fee

If renewal is delayed beyond the expiry date, an additional late renewal fine of AED 500 per month applies, calculated from the date of expiry until renewal is completed.

All fees and any applicable fines must be fully settled before the Establishment Card can be renewed and the immigration file reactivated.

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Amna Issa Abbas

Visa & AMER Services Consultant at EGSH

Amna Issa Abbas is a dedicated AMER centre service provider with two years of proven experience in delivering immigration and customer services, supporting clients, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Establishment Card Renewal in Dubai

Which companies are required to renew their GDRFA Establishment Card?

All companies registered in Dubai that maintain an active immigration file and act as visa sponsors for employees, partners, or investors are required to renew their Establishment Card annually.

What happens if I do not renew my Establishment Card on time?

If the Establishment Card expires, the company’s immigration file becomes inactive, all visa-related transactions are blocked, and late renewal fines accrue until renewal is completed.

How often does an Establishment Card need to be renewed?

In Dubai, an Establishment Card is issued for one year and must be renewed annually to keep the immigration file active in the GDRFA system.

Can I renew my Establishment Card online in Dubai?

Renewal is processed electronically through the GDRFA systems, but submission must be completed via an authorised Amer Centre. There is no standalone self-service online renewal for companies.

How long does an Amer Establishment Card renewal take?

In standard cases, the Amer Establishment Card renewal is completed on the same working day, subject to a valid trade licence and an active immigration file.

How much does it cost to renew a company immigration card in Dubai?

The official renewal fee is AED 500 per year, plus mandatory government charges. If renewal is delayed, a late fine of AED 500 per month applies until renewal is completed.

How can I check the status of my Establishment Card in the Dubai immigration system?

The Establishment Card status can be checked via the GDRFA’s immigration records or an authorised Amer Centre, using the company’s immigration file details.

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