The UAE Ministry of Health ends birth and death certification service: what you should know. world News
In a comprehensive administrative change, the UAE Ministry of Health and Prevention (MOHAP) has officially terminated its role in issuing birth and death certificates. These important registration services are now controlled by Emirates Health Services (EHS) in Northern Emirates, while Dubai and Abu Dhabi continue under their respective local health officials.In Residents now need to navigate a decentralized process based on the Emirates of their residence.
What has changed?
Mohak has withdrawn from issuing birth and death certificates.
- Emirates Health Services (EHS) is now responsible in Sharjah, Ajman, Umm Al Quven, Raas Al Khamah and Phujirah.
Dubai health authority (DHA) and the Health Department (DOH) of Abu Dhabi continue to manage services locally.- The certificates issued by EHS, DHA, or DOH are equal to the people issued by completely seductive.
Birth certificate: how it works now
Who can apply?Parents (of any nationality), legal guardians, or authorized representatives.Where to apply?
- Through EHS website (UAE pass is required)
- Mabrouk Ma yak through the platform (only for emiratis)
- EHS in public health centers or hospitals
Documents need:
- Valid Emirates ID and Passport for both parents
- Hospital-Zari, certified birth notification
- Electronic civil record
- Marriage certificate or notaryized parent document
For United Arab Emirates citizens with birth abroad:
- Return ticket
- Both parents’ ID and passport
- Unwavering marriage certificate
For complex cases (eg, prison birth):
- Documents issued from court
- Letter from corrective facilities or social services
Birth notice
- Fees and turnarounds (converted to INR)
- Birth Certificate in Arabic: AED 65 (~ ₹ 1,470)
- English Copy (optional): AED 65 (~ ₹ 1,470)
- Issue time: 1 working day
Death Certificate: Processes and Conditions
Who can apply?Immediate family member or legally authorized person.Where to apply?
- EHS through online portal
- In a nominated public health center or hospital
Necessary documents:
- Emirates ID or Dead passport
- No objection certificate (NOC) from the Interior Ministry
- Official death report
- In suspicious or unknown-causing deaths: forensic report
- Name stability is mandatory in all documents
International Uses:The certificate should be certified by the UAE Ministry of External Affairs and International Cooperation and the Embassy of the respective foreign country.
- Fee and deadline (converted to INR)
- Death Certificate in Arabic: AED 65 (~ ₹ 1,470)
- English Copy (optional): AED 65 (~ ₹ 1,470)
release time:
- 5 minutes for e-method
- Physical copy available on In-Person visit
Service hour
- Monday to Thursday: 7:30 am to 3:30 pm
- Friday: 7:30 am to 12:00 pm
Why change matters
The United Arab Emirates continues its tendency to develop administrative rights for regional bodies, especially for civil services. Emirates Health Services already manage most of the public healthcare in Northern Emirates, making it a natural heir to handle the life-phenomenon documentation.Bottom lineThe next time you need a birth or death certificate in the United Arab Emirates, seductive is no longer your right. Depending on where you live, you are interacting with EHS, DHA, or DOH – with new procedures, slightly converted fees, and more pushing towards digital verification.While the infection may be procedural, it indicates a major change of how civil documentation is administered in the United Arab Emirates – more digital, more localized and firmly tied to regional health systems.(Use of exchange rate: 1 AED = ₹ 22.60)
