Which centre do you need?
| Centre | Authority | Main services |
|---|---|---|
| Amer centre | GDRFA Dubai | Residence visas, entry permits, cancellations in Dubai |
| Tasheel / Tawjeeh | MOHRE | Work permits, employment contracts |
| ICP customer happiness centre | ICP | Emirates ID and residency outside Dubai |
| Medical fitness centre | Dubai Health / EHS | Visa medical test |
| Private typing centre | Licensed business | Typing and submitting applications |
Typing fees
There is no official tariff for private typing charges. The government fees are fixed by each authority (see residence visa, Emirates ID and medical test), and the centre adds its own service charge. EHS, for example, says a centre printing fee is added without publishing the amount. Ask for a receipt that separates government fees from service charges.
There is one published limit: for some MOHRE services, such as the work permit transfer package (offer letter, contract and permit application printing) and updating a domestic worker’s work permit, MOHRE caps the business centre’s charge at AED 72 per service. MOHRE does not extend that cap to every transaction, and GDRFA and ICP do not publish one for Amer or ICP typing.
What to bring
- Passport (original and copy).
- Recent passport photo with a white background.
- Emirates ID, if you already have one.
- Visa or entry permit copy and the sponsor’s documents, depending on the service.
- Medical fitness result for residence applications.
Doing it yourself online
Most services can be done without a typing centre: GDRFA Dubai app for Dubai visas, ICP app for Emirates ID and residency in the other emirates, and the MOHRE app for work permits. Centres are useful if you need help with the forms or payments.
This site is an independent guide and is not a government website or a typing centre.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between a typing centre and an Amer centre?
Amer centres are authorised by GDRFA Dubai to process visa and residence transactions. A typing centre is any licensed business that types and submits applications; it may or may not be authorised.
How much does a typing centre charge?
There is no official tariff for typing charges; you pay the government fee plus the centre’s own service fee. Ask for the breakdown.
Can I get my Emirates ID through a typing centre?
Yes, many typing centres submit ICP applications, or you can apply on the ICP app or at an ICP centre.
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Official sources: GDRFA Dubai – customer happiness and Amer centres · EHS – medical fitness for residency · MOHRE – services · MOHRE – transfer work permit (service charge cap). Checked on 29 October 2026. This guide does not replace official information.