In a move aimed at enhancing national identity, the Federal Authority for Identity and Citizenship, Customs, and Port Security has announced the launch of the “Fingerprint 15” initiative for students at school locations. This program seeks to register the fingerprints of students who have reached the age of fifteen to facilitate their access to identity services, particularly the UAE identity card. The initiative aims to save time and effort for the school community and to streamline the registration process effectively.
“Fingerprint 15” Initiative and Its Objectives
The authority launched the “Fingerprint 15” initiative as part of its extensive government efforts to improve access to services for users. The focus is on providing easy and direct means for students aged 15 and above, thereby enhancing the efficiency of the identification system and supporting digital transformation in the UAE. The authority stated that this step is part of a comprehensive strategy to improve user experience.
Benefits of the Fingerprint Registration Process
The process of registering the ten fingerprints of students in schools is an effective step to simplify government procedures. By conducting this process directly in schools, students and their parents can avoid the need to visit customer happiness centers. This reflects the authority’s commitment to enhancing efficiency and providing a seamless experience for students.
Legal and Procedural Commitment
The authority confirmed that capturing the fingerprint of those over the age of 15 is a mandatory procedure when issuing the UAE identity card. Obtaining an identity card is compulsory for all residents of the country, whether they are UAE citizens, citizens of Gulf Cooperation Council countries, or expatriates. Therefore, registration under the “Fingerprint 15” initiative contributes to ensuring that all community members are prepared to comply with national identity requirements.
The authority continues its efforts to keep pace with technological developments and facilitate government procedures in line with the overall trend towards improving services provided to citizens and residents in the UAE.