Abu Dhabi
Department of Culture and Tourism - Circulars
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Circular No. 1/2026 · 13/01/2026 · official ↗
What it covers: A DCT Abu Dhabi circular regulating telecommunications and internet services at event venues, issued under Law No. 8 of 2018 and in coordination with TDRA regulatory frameworks.
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13/02/2026 · official ↗
What it covers: DCT Abu Dhabi issues directives regarding the conditions under which companion animals may be brought into tourism and hotel establishments in the Emirate.
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30/03/2026 · official ↗
What it covers: DCT Abu Dhabi mandates that, effective 15 April 2026, all holiday home owners/operators use the updated electronic Holiday Homes system for guest check-ins, occupancy data entry, and financial disclosure/payment, with no…
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16/04/2026 · official ↗
What it covers: Extends event organisers' exemption from the 10% tourism fee on ticket sales for the period 1 January 2026 to 31 December 2026, subject to licensing and revenue declaration requirements.
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20/04/2026 · official ↗
What it covers: Requires tourism establishments to comply with ADOSH-aligned safety requirements for confined spaces (registers, signage, permit-to-work) and hazardous materials (registers, SDS, safe storage, emergency response equipmen…
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2026-06-11 · official ↗
What it covers: DCT Abu Dhabi mandates the use of potassium-enriched salt in hotel and tourism establishment restaurants.
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Circular No. 10/2025 · 21/10/2025 · official ↗
What it covers: A DCT Abu Dhabi circular imposing mandatory safety and inspection certification requirements for amusement rides used at events in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi.
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Circular No. 11/2025 · 24/11/2025 · official ↗
What it covers: A DCT Abu Dhabi circular requiring destination management companies, tour operators, and museums to use only DCT-licensed tourist guides to avoid violations.
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Circular No. 12/2025 · 2025 · official ↗
What it covers: A DCT Abu Dhabi circular announcing the launch of a new Holiday Homes licensing system on 2 December 2025, aimed at streamlining applications, permits, and compliance management.
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15/04/2025 · official ↗
What it covers: DCT Abu Dhabi announces the launch of an updated event ticketing system for hotel establishments, event organisers, venue owners, and ticket sellers.
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25/04/2025 · official ↗
What it covers: Requires hotel establishments to install security gates and inspection devices at venues hosting official embassy/diplomatic events, per Abu Dhabi Technical Standard ADS 26/2019.
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25/04/2025 · official ↗
What it covers: Sets health and safety requirements for pool/beach lifeguards, covering certification, PPE, pre-shift inspections, emergency equipment, incident reporting via Salamatek, and continuous operational presence.
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2025-05-01 · official ↗
What it covers: DCT Abu Dhabi extends the exemption from fees on issuing, distributing, and marketing event tickets, per Chairman Decision No. 23/2025.
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2025-05-27 · official ↗
What it covers: DCT Abu Dhabi issues instructions on discharging swimming pool and fountain water into rainwater drainage networks, citing environmental protection laws.
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Circular No. 1/2024 · 19/01/2024 · official ↗
What it covers: A DCT Abu Dhabi circular mandating application of the Accessible Events Manual for event organizers and venues, pursuant to Law No. 8 of 2018 and Chairman Resolution No. 78 of 2023.
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09/02/2024 · official ↗
What it covers: DCT Abu Dhabi extends the exemption from fees for issuing, distributing, and marketing event tickets under the Events Licensing System.
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08/06/2024 · official ↗
What it covers: DCT Abu Dhabi requires hotel and cultural establishments to update the sequential arrangement of official Sheikh portraits with uniform frame size and material, effective 10 June 2024.
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17/07/2024 · official ↗
What it covers: Sets procedural requirements for events licensing applications, including accurate event details, minimum 3-working-day advance submission (longer for large events), and at least 14 days' notice for speaker approvals.
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15/08/2024 · official ↗
What it covers: Requires hotel establishments to comply with updated Abu Dhabi Technical Standard (ADS 26/2019) guidelines on integrated security inspection equipment and systems for events and gatherings.
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2024-09-02 · official ↗
What it covers: DCT Abu Dhabi sets requirements for registering domestic and international wedding events under the events licensing system.
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