Ports & Maritime Exceptional Activities | Dubai Ports Authority

Businesses begin by submitting a request detailing the nature of their exceptional ports & maritime activities in Dubai, including cargo type, vessel details, and risk notes.

The Dubai Ports Authority reviews all submitted documents to confirm identity, corporate legitimacy, and the specific operational category. Missing documentation may delay approval.

For any hazardous materials, live animals, chemical transport, or non-routine vessel movement, the Authority coordinates with the environmental, customs, and safety regulators for a unified clearance.

Once the activity is accepted in principle, applicants must pay the required AED 520 processing fee before the final evaluation proceeds.

After safety checks and compliance review, the Dubai Ports Authority issues the exceptional NOC, which authorises the specific ports & maritime activities in Dubai for the stated date and conditions.