Service Target Customers

Marina operators and management companies that lease berths to public and commercial users

Validity

Attested lease contract is valid for one year and can be renewed for a similar period

Service Procedures and Required Documents

Marina Berth Leasing Contract Attestation

1. Upon each marina berth lease (wet or dry) marina management to apply through Abu Dhabi Maritime website by filling up the contract particulars
2. Submit the required documents and pay the prescribed fee
3. Both parties, Lessor and Lessee, to accept the terms & conditions and digitally sign the leasing contact prior to submission

Document required

1. Emirates ID copy / passport copy / visa copy of the marine craft owner
2. Valid insurance of the marine craft
3. Valid registration copy of the marine craft
4. Commercial / trade license copy of marina operator
5. Additional term & conditions agreed and signed between the parties (if any)
6. Power of attorney (POA) in favour of marina berth lease applicant if the applicant is not the owner of the marine craft

General

After completing all the procedures, the marina operator and vessel owner can download the attested berth leasing contract from the service portal or from the link provided by the customer service centre. The same should be considered as original

Service Fee

Attestation Fee (New/Renew/Modification/Cancellation): 100 AED Service Fee

Payment Methods

Customers shall pay the applicable fees through an online payment gateway available via Abu Dhabi Maritime online applications.

Expected Completion Time

Within 24 hours of completed application received

Customer Enquiry Handling Time

All customer enquiries shall be handled within a period that does not exceed 48 hours

Service Provision Channels and Provision Timing

For further information, please contact: info@admaritime.ae or call 800 10 20 30

To access information regarding the documents required and the procedure, please access e-service

Objective

To issue exemption letter to individuals or companies from vessel registration for limited time to ensure proper record is maintained and such vessels comply with Abu Dhabi rules and regulations.

Service Target Customers

Individuals:

Companies: Marine craft builder or private or governmental companies and establishments with Marine activities in the emirate of Abu Dhabi.

Service Provision Channels and Provision Timing

Website: www.admaritime.ae / E-services portal, you can communicate via email: info@admaritime.ae – available 24 hrs.
Customer centre: From 9am to 9pm (Saturday to Thursday)

1. Licensing & Inspection centre for Marine Crafts- Zonescorp, Musaffah – (Abu Dhabi Region)
2. Licensing & Inspection centre for Marine Crafts – Al Marfa – (AL Dhafra Region)

Validity

As per request and mentioned on the exemption letters

Service Procedures and Required Documents

1. Customer shall submit a request for exemption letter for Marine Craft licence online
2. Submit the required documents and pay the applicable fees.

Required documents

1. Copy of Emirates ID card for the owner of the Marine Craft.
2. Copy of valid Abu Dhabi issued trade licence, in addition to the Emirates ID card, of the company’s shareholder or authorized manager. (for commercial Marine Craft only)
3. Statement of purpose of vessel and reason for sailing in Abu Dhabi waters issued by the owner or manager of the company.
4. Vessel certificates (Builder certificate)
5. Copy of insurance policy detailing marine craft specifications and testing period.
6. Copy of marine craft skipper`s license

Cancellation Application Validity:
The application of the marine craft license exemption shall be cancelled automatically in case of failing to fulfil all requirements within three months as of application submission date considering that paid fees will not be refunded.

Technical Inspection Procedures

N/A

Authorities participating in rendering the service

Critical Infrastructure and Coastal Protection Authority – CICPA

Service Fee

• Issuing a letter of exemption from the requirement of licensing the vessel: 200 AED (Free until further notice)

Payment Methods

Customer shall pay the applicable fees through online payment gate-way available at AD Maritime online applications.

Relevant Services

N/A

The expected completion time of the service

Processing time varies depending on the vessel type, procedures and relevant Permit/NOCs/documents submission (within 24 hrs. once all requirements met)

Customers Inquiries Handling Time

All our customers’ inquiries shall be handled at the same time, or within a period that does not exceed (48) hours in case the request is needed to be addressed to another division.

Objective

Ensuring all maritime activities are conducted in safe and secure manner and in-compliance to applicable standards and codes

Customer Journey

1. Complete the application online
2. Submit the required documents as applicable
3. Pay the prescribed fee
4. Complete the Inspection as applicable
5. Print the permit from the system or link provided in the email

Objective

Ensuring all maritime activities are conducted in safe and secure manner and incompliance to applicable standards and codes. Monitoring the movements of vessels ensuing operation in suitably risk assessed

Customer Journey

The vessel’s shipping agent or the captain shall apply at Abu Dhabi Maritime for vessel anchorage or mooring permit in the designated anchorages and mooring buoys in emirate’s waters before or on arrival of the vessel, stating anchorage and mooring duration and purpose. Follow below steps:

1. Complete the application online
2. Submit the required documents as applicable
3. Pay the prescribed fee
4. Print the permit from the system or link provided in the email

The Application shall be summited at least 3 working days in advance prior the operation

Objective

To regulate and monitor Abu Dhabi waters for new marine activities related to building fuel stations to supply fuel to marine crafts on water front to ensure all applicable rules, regulations and standards are complied with

Customer Journey

Stages of Permit Issuance
After completing all requirements, annual permit to supply fuel through floating platforms to marine crafts shall be issued in two stages as follows:
First Stage: Request Assessment

1. Complete the application online
2. Submit the required documents as applicable
3. Pay the prescribed fee

Second Stage: Permit Issuance

After reviewing all required documents, Abu Dhabi Maritime inspector may visit the site and inspect prior issuing the marine activity launching permit to ensure absolute compliance with Abu Dhabi Maritime rules who reserves its rights to reject the application

Objective

Regulating and ensuring all marine facilities are developed, maintained, and operated in a safe and secure manner, and in compliance with applicable standards and codes.

Customer Journey

1. Complete online application
2. Submit required documents
3. Pay prescribed fee
4. Site inspection
5. Print the licence from the online system or through the link received via email

Marine Facility means any infrastructure on waterfronts, whether man-made or natural, that used by waterways users or have a direct impact on the users of waterways, including but not limited to marina, harbours slipways, pontoons and dry storage for marine crafts etc.

Objective

Monitoring and issuing marine operation permits, including coastal or marine projects, to ensure compliance with marine safety and environmental protection requirements, and consistency with maritime rules applicable in the UAE and across the region.

With this permit, Abu Dhabi Maritime seeks to monitor and regulate the installation, removal, or alteration of navigational aids, and to protect public and private property, as well as the marine environment and all who operate within the waters of Abu Dhabi.

Customer Journey

1. Complete the online application
2. Submit the required documents
3. Pay prescribed fee
4. Print the NOC from the online system or through the link received via email

Categories of Watersport Craft: Jetski, Jetski Fishing, BBQ Donut Boat, Hovercraft, Surf and Body Boards, Small Electric Boat ,Small Petrol Boat, Water Car

Objective

To license and register Watersport Marine crafts, in order to implement maritime rules and regulations, ensuring that Watersport Marine crafts are constructed and manned to the acceptable standards with adequate safety requirements that will comply with the safety of the Watersport Marine craft, its operators and passenger, and ensure that the Watersport Marine crafts operate in an safe and environmentally responsible manner that does not cause incident or pollution.

Service Target Customers

Individuals:

Watersport Marine craft owners and operators including UAE nationals and expatriates residing in UAE.

Companies:

companies and establishments with Marine activities in the emirate of Abu Dhabi.

Service Provision Channels and Timing

Website: admatitime.ae / E-services / Smart Applications , You can communicate via email: info@admatitime.ae – available 24 hrs.
Customer center:
From 8am to 5pm (Monday to Thursday), Friday from 8am to 12pm, For more information contact us on customer center number: 800102030.

1. Marine craft inspection station- Zonescorp, Musaffah – (Abu Dhabi Region)
2. Marine craft inspection station- Al Mirfa port – (AL Dhafra Region)
3. Marine craft inspection station – Mina Zayed (Abu Dhabi Region)

Validity

1. Watersport Marine craft License is valid for one year
2. User may apply for renewal one month before the license expiry date
3. Failing to renew the license for more than 30 days, the late renewal penalty will be calculated from the first date of license expiry
4. Renewed License will be valid from next day of the previous expire date for a period of one year

Service Procedures and Required Documents

Issuing of Watersport Marine craft License Request

1. Watersport Marine craft owner shall register through AD Maritime portal or smart applications and obtain a user name and password or visit AD Maritime customer center.
2. Initiate an online request attaching all the required documents.
3. Customer shall select the inspection appointment and pay the applicable fees.
4. Complete technical inspection with AD Maritime inspector

Required documents
Customer shall assure attaching clear copy of the following required documents. Original documents will be inspected during technical inspection for verification.

1. Copy of valid Emirates ID card and passport copy for UAE citizens, or copy of Emirates ID card, passport and UAE residence visa for non-local considering that the customer age should not be less than 18 years old.
2. For new Watersport Marine craft (PWC), customer shall provide either:
   • Original copy of Watersport Marine craft builder certificate or any document from the manufacturer or supplier listing the Watersport Marine craft details.
   • Original copy of proof of ownership document, or Watersport Marine craft purchase invoice attested by the authorized entity.
3. For previously registered Watersport Marine craft in UAE, customer shall provide:
   • Original copy of the Watersport Marine craft cancellation certificate.
   • Original copy of sale agreement attested by the authorized entity.
4. For imported Watersport Marine craft, customer shall provide:
   • For new Watersport Marine craft: Original copy of proof of ownership document, or Watersport Marine craft purchase invoice attested by the authorized entity./li>
   • For previously registered Watersport Marine craft: original copy of the Watersport Marine craft cancellation certificate, and original copy of sale agreement attested by the authorized entity./li>
   • Original copy of customs clearance certificate issued by the competent authorities./li>
5. Copy of mortgaged Watersport Marine craft deed.
6. Valid technical inspection pass certificate for the Watersport Marine craft issued by AD Maritime
7. Copy of insurance policy valid for (13) months, or its validity period shall not be less than (12) months from the date of issuance of the Watersport Marine craft’s license issued by an insurance firm licensed to operate in the Emirate.
8. Copy of valid trailer registration or copy of valid annual berth contract issued by marine club or marina in the Emirate.

General
After completing all the procedures, the Watersport Marine craft owner can download the certificate from online portal or from the link provided by customer center. Customer can collect original from customer center or request for delivery.

License application validity
Watersport Marine craft license application shall be cancelled automatically in case of failing to fulfil all requirements within three months as of application submission date considering that paid fees will not be refunded.

Note: In case of failure to pass the inspection, please refer to the Technical Inspection procedures.

Technical Inspection Procedures

1. Customer shall book the technical inspection appointment at the specified locations by AD Maritime ensuring that all the technical requirements are prepared as per the inspection check list
2. In addition to the technical inspection fees, Remote inspection fees will be added in case the selected inspection location was other than the specified areas by AD Maritime.
3. Customer shall ensure that the Watersport Marine craft is presented at the allocated inspection time. Failure to do so will result in “Inspection fail” and customer shall request a new inspection appointment and pay the remote inspection fees if applicable.
4. The Watersport Marine crafts shall be inspected at the inspection location out of water.
5. The Watersport Marine craft plate number must be fixed as per the approved UAE standards before the technical inspection is carried out, in case of renewal of license.
6. Upon passing the technical inspection, AD Maritime Inspector will issue an Inspection Report, which will be valid for (30) days from inspection date. In case of Failure to submit all the required documents within the specified period, the customer shall submit a new technical inspection request and pay the applicable fees.
7. If the Watersport Marine craft fails to pass the technical inspection at the first attempt or is not presented for any reason, the client shall schedule a second technical inspection appointment within (60) days.
8. If the Watersport Marine craft fails to pass the technical inspection at the second attempt or is not presented for a reason, the customer shall submit a new technical inspection appointment request and pay all the applicable fees.
9. In case the Watersport Marine craft fails to pass the technical inspection at the first attempt, the client will be required to rectify all deficiencies before booking a second technical inspection appointment.
10. The customer can request to change the inspection appointment for a maximum of three times only, provided that he notifies AD Maritime customer center at least 24 hours before the inspection appointment. Failing to notify AD Maritime before the determined period, the Watersport Marine craft shall be considered as failed, and customer shall request for a new appointment within (5) working days from the inspection date and pay the transportation fees if applicable.
11. AD Maritime has the right to cancel the Watersport Marine craft registration number if the technical inspection certificate has expired or licensing procedures were not completed.
12. AD Maritime has the right to reschedule the technical inspection appointment due to adverse environmental and weather conditions with a notification to the customer.

Authorities participating in rendering the service

AD Maritime / Outsource inspectors as delegated by AD Maritime

Service Fee

New License Fee: 200 AED
Inspection Fee: 100 AED
Remote Inspection Fee: 300 AED

Payment Methods

Customer shall pay the applicable fees through online payment Gate-way available at AD Maritime online applications.

Relevant Services

Request for Technical Modification

The expected completion time of the service

Processing time varies depending on the inspection procedures considering the inspection location.
SERVICE LIMITATION
The service requires the Watersport Marine craft owner or a representative to either book remote inspection or bring the Watersport Marine craft at designated center location by AD Maritime with the original documents for verification.

Customers Inquiries Handling Time

All our customers’ inquiries shall be handled at the same time, or within a period that does not exceed (48) hours in case the request is needed to be addressed to another division

Objective

Abu Dhabi Maritime shall issue anchorage and mooring permits for vessels upon their application for such permits while operating within the waters of the Emirate before, or upon, the arrival of the vessel, and specifying the anchorage or mooring period and its purpose.

Customer Journey

The vessel’s shipping agent or captain shall apply for an anchorage or mooring permit with Abu Dhabi Maritime, and utilise the designated anchorage/mooring buoys located across the waters of the Emirate, and must state the anchorage/mooring duration and purpose.
Follow these steps:

1. Submit an online application for anchoring or mooring
2. Attach all required documents
3. Pay applicable fee

The shipping agent shall notify Abu Dhabi Maritime of vessel time of departure from anchorage area, and pay all required fees

Objective

Ensuring all maritime activities and events are conducted in safe and secure manner and in-compliance to applicable standards and codes

Customer Journey

The application shall be submitted at least two weeks in advance prior of the activity / event

1. Complete the application online
2. Submit the required documents as applicable
3. Pay the prescribed fee
4. Print the NOC from the system or link provided in the email

To ensure safe and sustainable waterways across the emirate, an updated maritime services fees have been implemented. These changes are part of the new Maritime Safety Regulations in Abu Dhabi.

Service Target Customers

Marina operators and management companies that lease berths to public and commercial users

Validity

Attested lease contract is valid for one year and can be renewed for a similar period

Service Procedures and Required Documents

Marina Berth Leasing Contract Attestation

1. Upon each marina berth lease (wet or dry) marina management to apply through Abu Dhabi Maritime website by filling up the contract particulars
2. Submit the required documents and pay the prescribed fee
3. Both parties, Lessor and Lessee, to accept the terms & conditions and digitally sign the leasing contact prior to submission

Document required

1. Emirates ID copy / passport copy / visa copy of the marine craft owner
2. Valid insurance of the marine craft
3. Valid registration copy of the marine craft
4. Commercial / trade license copy of marina operator
5. Additional term & conditions agreed and signed between the parties (if any)
6. Power of attorney (POA) in favour of marina berth lease applicant if the applicant is not the owner of the marine craft

General

After completing all the procedures, the marina operator and vessel owner can download the attested berth leasing contract from the service portal or from the link provided by the customer service centre. The same should be considered as original

Service Fee

Attestation Fee (New/Renew/Modification/Cancellation): 100 AED Service Fee

Payment Methods

Customers shall pay the applicable fees through an online payment gateway available via Abu Dhabi Maritime online applications.

Expected Completion Time

Within 24 hours of completed application received

Customer Enquiry Handling Time

All customer enquiries shall be handled within a period that does not exceed 48 hours

Service Provision Channels and Provision Timing

For further information, please contact: info@admaritime.ae or call 800 10 20 30

To access information regarding the documents required and the procedure, please access e-service

Categories of Watersport Craft: Jetski, Jetski Fishing, BBQ Donut Boat, Hovercraft, Surf and Body Boards, Small Electric Boat ,Small Petrol Boat, Water Car

Objective

To license and register Watersport Marine crafts, in order to implement maritime rules and regulations, ensuring that Watersport Marine crafts are constructed and manned to the acceptable standards with adequate safety requirements that will comply with the safety of the Watersport Marine craft, its operators and passenger, and ensure that the Watersport Marine crafts operate in an safe and environmentally responsible manner that does not cause incident or pollution.

Service Target Customers

Individuals:

Watersport Marine craft owners and operators including UAE nationals and expatriates residing in UAE.

Companies:

companies and establishments with Marine activities in the emirate of Abu Dhabi.

Service Provision Channels and Timing

Website: admatitime.ae / E-services / Smart Applications , You can communicate via email: info@admatitime.ae – available 24 hrs.
Customer center:
From 8am to 5pm (Monday to Thursday), Friday from 8am to 12pm, For more information contact us on customer center number: 800102030.

1. Marine craft inspection station- Zonescorp, Musaffah – (Abu Dhabi Region)
2. Marine craft inspection station- Al Mirfa port – (AL Dhafra Region)
3. Marine craft inspection station – Mina Zayed (Abu Dhabi Region)

Validity

1. Watersport Marine craft License is valid for one year
2. User may apply for renewal one month before the license expiry date
3. Failing to renew the license for more than 30 days, the late renewal penalty will be calculated from the first date of license expiry
4. Renewed License will be valid from next day of the previous expire date for a period of one year

Service Procedures and Required Documents

Issuing of Watersport Marine craft License Request

1. Watersport Marine craft owner shall register through AD Maritime portal or smart applications and obtain a user name and password or visit AD Maritime customer center.
2. Initiate an online request attaching all the required documents.
3. Customer shall select the inspection appointment and pay the applicable fees.
4. Complete technical inspection with AD Maritime inspector

Required documents
Customer shall assure attaching clear copy of the following required documents. Original documents will be inspected during technical inspection for verification.

1. Copy of valid Emirates ID card and passport copy for UAE citizens, or copy of Emirates ID card, passport and UAE residence visa for non-local considering that the customer age should not be less than 18 years old.
2. For new Watersport Marine craft (PWC), customer shall provide either:
   • Original copy of Watersport Marine craft builder certificate or any document from the manufacturer or supplier listing the Watersport Marine craft details.
   • Original copy of proof of ownership document, or Watersport Marine craft purchase invoice attested by the authorized entity.
3. For previously registered Watersport Marine craft in UAE, customer shall provide:
   • Original copy of the Watersport Marine craft cancellation certificate.
   • Original copy of sale agreement attested by the authorized entity.
4. For imported Watersport Marine craft, customer shall provide:
   • For new Watersport Marine craft: Original copy of proof of ownership document, or Watersport Marine craft purchase invoice attested by the authorized entity./li>
   • For previously registered Watersport Marine craft: original copy of the Watersport Marine craft cancellation certificate, and original copy of sale agreement attested by the authorized entity./li>
   • Original copy of customs clearance certificate issued by the competent authorities./li>
5. Copy of mortgaged Watersport Marine craft deed.
6. Valid technical inspection pass certificate for the Watersport Marine craft issued by AD Maritime
7. Copy of insurance policy valid for (13) months, or its validity period shall not be less than (12) months from the date of issuance of the Watersport Marine craft’s license issued by an insurance firm licensed to operate in the Emirate.
8. Copy of valid trailer registration or copy of valid annual berth contract issued by marine club or marina in the Emirate.

General
After completing all the procedures, the Watersport Marine craft owner can download the certificate from online portal or from the link provided by customer center. Customer can collect original from customer center or request for delivery.

License application validity
Watersport Marine craft license application shall be cancelled automatically in case of failing to fulfil all requirements within three months as of application submission date considering that paid fees will not be refunded.

Note: In case of failure to pass the inspection, please refer to the Technical Inspection procedures.

Technical Inspection Procedures

1. Customer shall book the technical inspection appointment at the specified locations by AD Maritime ensuring that all the technical requirements are prepared as per the inspection check list
2. In addition to the technical inspection fees, Remote inspection fees will be added in case the selected inspection location was other than the specified areas by AD Maritime.
3. Customer shall ensure that the Watersport Marine craft is presented at the allocated inspection time. Failure to do so will result in “Inspection fail” and customer shall request a new inspection appointment and pay the remote inspection fees if applicable.
4. The Watersport Marine crafts shall be inspected at the inspection location out of water.
5. The Watersport Marine craft plate number must be fixed as per the approved UAE standards before the technical inspection is carried out, in case of renewal of license.
6. Upon passing the technical inspection, AD Maritime Inspector will issue an Inspection Report, which will be valid for (30) days from inspection date. In case of Failure to submit all the required documents within the specified period, the customer shall submit a new technical inspection request and pay the applicable fees.
7. If the Watersport Marine craft fails to pass the technical inspection at the first attempt or is not presented for any reason, the client shall schedule a second technical inspection appointment within (60) days.
8. If the Watersport Marine craft fails to pass the technical inspection at the second attempt or is not presented for a reason, the customer shall submit a new technical inspection appointment request and pay all the applicable fees.
9. In case the Watersport Marine craft fails to pass the technical inspection at the first attempt, the client will be required to rectify all deficiencies before booking a second technical inspection appointment.
10. The customer can request to change the inspection appointment for a maximum of three times only, provided that he notifies AD Maritime customer center at least 24 hours before the inspection appointment. Failing to notify AD Maritime before the determined period, the Watersport Marine craft shall be considered as failed, and customer shall request for a new appointment within (5) working days from the inspection date and pay the transportation fees if applicable.
11. AD Maritime has the right to cancel the Watersport Marine craft registration number if the technical inspection certificate has expired or licensing procedures were not completed.
12. AD Maritime has the right to reschedule the technical inspection appointment due to adverse environmental and weather conditions with a notification to the customer.

Authorities participating in rendering the service

AD Maritime / Outsource inspectors as delegated by AD Maritime

Service Fee

New License Fee: 200 AED
Inspection Fee: 100 AED
Remote Inspection Fee: 300 AED

Payment Methods

Customer shall pay the applicable fees through online payment Gate-way available at AD Maritime online applications.

Relevant Services

Request for Technical Modification

The expected completion time of the service

Processing time varies depending on the inspection procedures considering the inspection location.
SERVICE LIMITATION
The service requires the Watersport Marine craft owner or a representative to either book remote inspection or bring the Watersport Marine craft at designated center location by AD Maritime with the original documents for verification.

Customers Inquiries Handling Time

All our customers’ inquiries shall be handled at the same time, or within a period that does not exceed (48) hours in case the request is needed to be addressed to another division

Objective

To issue exemption letter to individuals or companies from vessel registration for limited time to ensure proper record is maintained and such vessels comply with Abu Dhabi rules and regulations.

Service Target Customers

Individuals:

Companies: Marine craft builder or private or governmental companies and establishments with Marine activities in the emirate of Abu Dhabi.

Service Provision Channels and Provision Timing

Website: www.admaritime.ae / E-services portal, you can communicate via email: info@admaritime.ae – available 24 hrs.
Customer centre: From 9am to 9pm (Saturday to Thursday)

1. Licensing & Inspection centre for Marine Crafts- Zonescorp, Musaffah – (Abu Dhabi Region)
2. Licensing & Inspection centre for Marine Crafts – Al Marfa – (AL Dhafra Region)

Validity

As per request and mentioned on the exemption letters

Service Procedures and Required Documents

1. Customer shall submit a request for exemption letter for Marine Craft licence online
2. Submit the required documents and pay the applicable fees.

Required documents

1. Copy of Emirates ID card for the owner of the Marine Craft.
2. Copy of valid Abu Dhabi issued trade licence, in addition to the Emirates ID card, of the company’s shareholder or authorized manager. (for commercial Marine Craft only)
3. Statement of purpose of vessel and reason for sailing in Abu Dhabi waters issued by the owner or manager of the company.
4. Vessel certificates (Builder certificate)
5. Copy of insurance policy detailing marine craft specifications and testing period.
6. Copy of marine craft skipper`s license

Cancellation Application Validity:
The application of the marine craft license exemption shall be cancelled automatically in case of failing to fulfil all requirements within three months as of application submission date considering that paid fees will not be refunded.

Technical Inspection Procedures

N/A

Authorities participating in rendering the service

Critical Infrastructure and Coastal Protection Authority – CICPA

Service Fee

• Issuing a letter of exemption from the requirement of licensing the vessel: 200 AED (Free until further notice)

Payment Methods

Customer shall pay the applicable fees through online payment gate-way available at AD Maritime online applications.

Relevant Services

N/A

The expected completion time of the service

Processing time varies depending on the vessel type, procedures and relevant Permit/NOCs/documents submission (within 24 hrs. once all requirements met)

Customers Inquiries Handling Time

All our customers’ inquiries shall be handled at the same time, or within a period that does not exceed (48) hours in case the request is needed to be addressed to another division.

Objective

Abu Dhabi Maritime shall issue anchorage and mooring permits for vessels upon their application for such permits while operating within the waters of the Emirate before, or upon, the arrival of the vessel, and specifying the anchorage or mooring period and its purpose.

Customer Journey

The vessel’s shipping agent or captain shall apply for an anchorage or mooring permit with Abu Dhabi Maritime, and utilise the designated anchorage/mooring buoys located across the waters of the Emirate, and must state the anchorage/mooring duration and purpose.
Follow these steps:

1. Submit an online application for anchoring or mooring
2. Attach all required documents
3. Pay applicable fee

The shipping agent shall notify Abu Dhabi Maritime of vessel time of departure from anchorage area, and pay all required fees

Objective

Ensuring all maritime activities are conducted in safe and secure manner and in-compliance to applicable standards and codes

Customer Journey

1. Complete the application online
2. Submit the required documents as applicable
3. Pay the prescribed fee
4. Complete the Inspection as applicable
5. Print the permit from the system or link provided in the email

Objective

Ensuring all maritime activities and events are conducted in safe and secure manner and in-compliance to applicable standards and codes

Customer Journey

The application shall be submitted at least two weeks in advance prior of the activity / event

1. Complete the application online
2. Submit the required documents as applicable
3. Pay the prescribed fee
4. Print the NOC from the system or link provided in the email

Objective

Ensuring all maritime activities are conducted in safe and secure manner and incompliance to applicable standards and codes. Monitoring the movements of vessels ensuing operation in suitably risk assessed

Customer Journey

The vessel’s shipping agent or the captain shall apply at Abu Dhabi Maritime for vessel anchorage or mooring permit in the designated anchorages and mooring buoys in emirate’s waters before or on arrival of the vessel, stating anchorage and mooring duration and purpose. Follow below steps:

1. Complete the application online
2. Submit the required documents as applicable
3. Pay the prescribed fee
4. Print the permit from the system or link provided in the email

The Application shall be summited at least 3 working days in advance prior the operation

Objective

To regulate and monitor Abu Dhabi waters for new marine activities related to building fuel stations to supply fuel to marine crafts on water front to ensure all applicable rules, regulations and standards are complied with

Customer Journey

Stages of Permit Issuance
After completing all requirements, annual permit to supply fuel through floating platforms to marine crafts shall be issued in two stages as follows:
First Stage: Request Assessment

1. Complete the application online
2. Submit the required documents as applicable
3. Pay the prescribed fee

Second Stage: Permit Issuance

After reviewing all required documents, Abu Dhabi Maritime inspector may visit the site and inspect prior issuing the marine activity launching permit to ensure absolute compliance with Abu Dhabi Maritime rules who reserves its rights to reject the application

Objective

Regulating and ensuring all marine facilities are developed, maintained, and operated in a safe and secure manner, and in compliance with applicable standards and codes.

Customer Journey

1. Complete online application
2. Submit required documents
3. Pay prescribed fee
4. Site inspection
5. Print the licence from the online system or through the link received via email

Marine Facility means any infrastructure on waterfronts, whether man-made or natural, that used by waterways users or have a direct impact on the users of waterways, including but not limited to marina, harbours slipways, pontoons and dry storage for marine crafts etc.

Objective

Monitoring and issuing marine operation permits, including coastal or marine projects, to ensure compliance with marine safety and environmental protection requirements, and consistency with maritime rules applicable in the UAE and across the region.

With this permit, Abu Dhabi Maritime seeks to monitor and regulate the installation, removal, or alteration of navigational aids, and to protect public and private property, as well as the marine environment and all who operate within the waters of Abu Dhabi.

Customer Journey

1. Complete the online application
2. Submit the required documents
3. Pay prescribed fee
4. Print the NOC from the online system or through the link received via email

To ensure safe and sustainable waterways across the emirate, an updated maritime services fees have been implemented. These changes are part of the new Maritime Safety Regulations in Abu Dhabi.