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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.
Open document →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.
Open document →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…
Open document →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.
Open document →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…
Open document →What it covers: DCT Abu Dhabi mandates the use of potassium-enriched salt in hotel and tourism establishment restaurants.
Open document →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.
Open document →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.
Open document →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.
Open document →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.
Open document →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.
Open document →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.
Open document →What it covers: DCT Abu Dhabi extends the exemption from fees on issuing, distributing, and marketing event tickets, per Chairman Decision No. 23/2025.
Open document →What it covers: DCT Abu Dhabi issues instructions on discharging swimming pool and fountain water into rainwater drainage networks, citing environmental protection laws.
Open document →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.
Open document →What it covers: DCT Abu Dhabi extends the exemption from fees for issuing, distributing, and marketing event tickets under the Events Licensing System.
Open document →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.
Open document →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.
Open document →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.
Open document →What it covers: DCT Abu Dhabi sets requirements for registering domestic and international wedding events under the events licensing system.
Open document →What it covers: DCT Abu Dhabi implements fees for urgent/expedited event permit requests under the events licensing system.
Open document →What it covers: DCT Abu Dhabi amends the e-revenue system rules for hotel establishments' monthly revenue disclosure, per Executive Council Decision No. 149/2023.
Open document →What it covers: DCT Abu Dhabi launches an events licensing guide under Law No. 8/2018 and Executive Council Chairman Resolution No. 54/2016.
Open document →What it covers: A DCT Abu Dhabi circular reiterating requirements under the event licensing system pursuant to Law No. 8 of 2018 and related resolutions, reminding event organizers of compliance obligations.
Open document →What it covers: A DCT Abu Dhabi circular addressing the reconciliation of tourism and municipality fees remitted to DCT for hotels covering the second half of 2021.
Open document →What it covers: A DCT Abu Dhabi circular requiring hotel establishments to develop an emergency management plan in compliance with tourism, public health, and monitoring legislation.
Open document →What it covers: DCT Abu Dhabi directs hotel establishments, museums, and cultural venues to update portraits of Their Highnesses the Sheikhs per a specified order shown in an attachment.
Open document →What it covers: DCT Abu Dhabi communicates updates to the Events Licensing System pursuant to Law No. 8/2018 and related Executive Council and Chairman resolutions.
Open document →What it covers: Exempts event organisers in Abu Dhabi from the 10% tourism fee on ticket sales, while requiring event licensing and revenue declaration/audit cooperation.
Open document →What it covers: DCT Abu Dhabi mandates use of tourist guides licensed by the department, pursuant to Law No. 8 of 2018 and Chairman Resolution No. 67/2006 on tourist guiding.
Open document →What it covers: DCT Abu Dhabi updates events licensing terms and conditions, setting requirements for traditional band performances at events.
Open document →What it covers: A DCT Abu Dhabi circular communicating NCEMA's land entry regulations for tourists entering Abu Dhabi via domestic land borders, including designated lane instructions for tour drivers.
Open document →What it covers: A DCT Abu Dhabi circular advising cancellation of musical and entertainment events during the 40-day official mourning period following the passing of Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan.
Open document →What it covers: A DCT Abu Dhabi circular to international tour operators advising that the UAE remains open to tourists during the official 40-day mourning period, with musical/entertainment events cancelled.
Open document →What it covers: A DCT Abu Dhabi circular updating guidance on the 40-day mourning period, permitting events and activities to resume as normal while advising flexibility for voluntary postponements.
Open document →What it covers: A DCT Abu Dhabi circular requiring hotel management companies to complete a survey determining their health and safety risk classification and associated requirements.
Open document →What it covers: DCT Abu Dhabi invites hotel and tourism establishments to support ADCEB's new destination wedding strategy by offering commercial incentives and flexibility on venue restrictions.
Open document →What it covers: DCT Abu Dhabi invites tourism and hotel establishments to participate in the UAE Red Crescent's 'Preservation of Grace' initiative for donating surplus food and goods to those in need.
Open document →What it covers: DCT Abu Dhabi updates COVID-19 precautionary measures, extending Green Pass validity periods and making mask-wearing optional except for specific groups, effective 28 September 2022.
Open document →What it covers: DCT Abu Dhabi sets technical controls and specifications for alcoholic beverages sold and distributed in Abu Dhabi, referencing the relevant licensing laws and decisions.
Open document →What it covers: DCT Abu Dhabi exempts cruise passengers and crew from Green Pass protocols, allowing cruise cards or wristbands as alternative identification to enter tourism establishments.
Open document →What it covers: DCT Abu Dhabi removes the requirement for EDE and thermal screening at entry points, retaining only the Green Pass protocol.
Open document →What it covers: DCT Abu Dhabi announces the launch of its events licensing service on the TAMM government services portal effective 16 January 2022.
Open document →What it covers: DCT Abu Dhabi cancels all remaining COVID-19 restrictions and precautionary measures for tourism establishments effective 7 November 2022, limiting Al Hosn app use to proof of vaccination/testing on request.
Open document →What it covers: DCT Abu Dhabi notifies 4-star-and-above hotels that Ministry of Human Resources work permits are no longer required for hiring foreign workers, per Cabinet Resolution No. 27/10 of 2021, effective 2 February 2022.
Open document →What it covers: DCT Abu Dhabi circular instructing holiday home owners/operators to collect a 6% tourism fee on all revenues, declare monthly revenues within 5 working days, and remit fees within 15 days of the following month.
Open document →What it covers: Requests hotel establishments to add the Abu Dhabi Extra channel to their TV packages so guests can follow the FIFA Club World Cup UAE 2021 matches.
Open document →What it covers: Updates COVID-19 preventive measures effective 26 February 2022, raising capacity to 90% for tourism attractions, events, and social events, with optional outdoor masking and continued Green Pass/PCR requirements.
Open document →What it covers: DCT Abu Dhabi updates entry requirements for non-vaccinated individuals at events, tourist attractions, hotels, and venues.
Open document →What it covers: DCT Abu Dhabi sets health and safety requirements for tourism and hotel establishments, referencing Law No. 8/2018, Law No. 13/2006, and Law No. 14/2019.
Open document →What it covers: DCT Abu Dhabi updates COVID-19 preventive measures for hotel/tourism establishments, event organisers, museums, and leisure venues, effective 29 April 2022.
Open document →What it covers: A DCT Abu Dhabi circular permitting tourism and hotel establishments to resume serving shisha, subject to compliance with COVID-19 and other government directives.
Open document →What it covers: A DCT Abu Dhabi circular extending the exemption of event organizers from tourism ticket fees, as part of the Abu Dhabi Economic Incentive Package (Resolution No. 33 of 2021).
Open document →What it covers: A DCT Abu Dhabi circular extending the exemption of cinema operators from Department of Municipalities and Transport fees on movie ticket sales, under the Abu Dhabi Economic Incentive Package.
Open document →What it covers: A DCT Abu Dhabi circular extending fee exemptions for hotel establishments (tourism, municipality, and room fees) as part of the Abu Dhabi Economic Incentive Package.
Open document →What it covers: A DCT Abu Dhabi circular requiring tourism restaurant owners/operators to submit financial data and monthly sales reports to assess economic impact before and after COVID-19.
Open document →What it covers: DCT Abu Dhabi amends a prior circular to allow establishments to provide Ramadan catering as usual without installing curtains or covering facades.
Open document →What it covers: DCT Abu Dhabi directs tour guides working with tourism establishments, tour operators, and desert camp operators to comply with attached COVID-19 precautionary protocols.
Open document →What it covers: DCT Abu Dhabi shares regulations and guidelines related to water hygiene parameters and quality standards applicable to tourism and hotel establishments.
Open document →What it covers: DCT Abu Dhabi confirms Emirates ID cards can now be used as an official document to obtain permits for speakers and entertainers under the Events Licensing System.
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