Haha, welcome to the pre-moving panic stage! Don't worry, we’ve all been there, and the UAE loves its acronyms. To make it simple for you: ICP stands for the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security. Basically, it’s the main national government body that runs the show for everything related to identity cards, passports, and residency visas for the whole country. If you want a really detailed guide on how it works, what services they offer, and exactly when you'll need to use it vs other local departments, you should check out this breakdown on what is ICP in UAE It saved my life when I was moving! To answer your specific doubt: ICP is both the actual authority and a digital system (called ICP Smart Services). Since your company is in Abu Dhabi, your residency visa will actually be processed through the federal system, which means ICP is exactly what you'll be dealing with. You’ll definitely use it for your Emirates ID registration, which is mandatory for everyone. Your HR will handle the main visa application, but you will likely need to download the UAEICP app or use their website to track your application status, update personal details, or look at your digital ID. The only time you'd look into GDRFA is if you were specifically getting a Dubai-issued residency visa, as Dubai has its own separate immigration department. So, if you stay tied to Abu Dhabi paperwork, stick to ICP. Good luck with the move, it’s worth the stress!