Residents are also encouraged to report suspicious messages impersonating Abu Dhabi Customs through official channels The post Don’t click that link: Abu Dhabi customs issues public warning appeared first on Gulf Business.
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Dubai – 14 February 2026: Dubai Customs participated in the seventh edition of Dubai Games 2026, competing in an enthusiastic and challenging atmosphere as part of its ongoing efforts to strengthen a culture of teamwork and enhance employees’ physical and mental readiness—positively impacting the workplace environment and overall institutional performance. The organization joined 28 other government entities on the second day of the sporting event, which brings together public sector employees on one platform to promote collaboration and a shared sense of belonging. The Dubai Customs team delivered an advanced performance reflecti
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UAE, Dubai 08 February 2026: Dubai Customs welcomed an official delegation from New Zealand led by Christine Stevenson, Chief Executive Comptroller; Chair of the Border Executive Board, in a visit aimed at deepening bilateral ties and supporting Dubai’s long-term strategic vision. The delegation was received by His Excellency Dr. Abdulla Busenad, Director General of Dubai Customs. The meeting underscored both sides’ shared commitment to expanding international partnerships that reinforce Dubai’s position as a leading global hub for trade and logistics. Talks focused on opportunities for closer collaboration in customs operations, includ
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Dubai – 05 February 2026: Dubai Customs welcomed a high-level delegation from the Sultanate of Oman on an official visit aimed at strengthening institutional relations and expanding areas of joint cooperation in customs, logistics, and technology. The visit comes in line with keeping pace with rapid developments in global trade and supply chains. The Dubai Customs delegation was led by His Excellency Dr. Abdulla Busenad, Director General of Dubai Customs, accompanied by a number of executive directors. The Omani delegation was headed by Lieutenant Colonel Khalifa bin Talib bin Issa Al Maskari, Director of Dhofar Customs, and included sever
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UAE – Dubai 01st February 2026: Dubai Customs held discussions with the Consulate General of the Republic of Türkiye in Dubai and the Northern Emirates to explore ways to strengthen bilateral cooperation and enhance customs operations, in support of trade growth, smoother cargo flows, and more efficient customs procedures. The discussions took place against the backdrop of the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) between the UAE and Türkiye and its positive impact on expanding bilateral trade. The meeting brought together His Excellency Dr. Abdulla Busenad, Director General of Dubai Customs, and His Excellency Onur Şayl
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Dubai – 21 January 2026: Dubai Customs held a strategic meeting with Emirates SkyCargo, the cargo arm of Emirates Airline—the world’s largest international carrier—to review integration plans for moving goods between air and sea freight. The discussions focused on leveraging Dubai Customs’ smart logistics solutions and systems to accelerate cargo flows, enhance the resilience of global supply chains, and support Dubai’s economic vision of building a highly advanced, interconnected trade and logistics ecosystem. High-level participation from both sides The expanded meeting, hosted at the Jebel Ali and TECOM Customs Center, wa
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Dubai – 11 January 2026: Dubai Customs has achieved a major milestone reflecting its institutional leadership and proactive approach to future foresight and strategic planning, after receiving a global accreditation in future foresight from the Global Innovation Management Institute (GIMI). This makes Dubai Customs the first customs authority in the region to obtain this specialized international recognition. The accreditation certificate was presented during an official meeting attended by Dubai Customs’ leadership alongside representatives from GIMI and SIA Partners. Dr. Abdulla Busenad, Director General of Dubai Customs, received the ce
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Dubai – 06 January 2026: As part of Dubai Customs’ ongoing efforts to strengthen strategic partnerships with private sector institutions and international companies specializing in logistics services, His Excellency Dr. Abdullah Busnad, Director General of Dubai Customs, paid an official visit to DHL facilities, one of the world’s largest shipping and logistics companies. His Excellency was accompanied by a high-level delegation of officials from the Department. His Excellency and his accompanying delegation were received by Mahmoud Haj Hussein, General Manager of DHL Express in the UAE, and several managers and officials from the company.
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Juma Al Ghaith: Dubai Customs is now a global leader in customs innovation Atiq Al Muhairi: The platform is a leading model in using technology to facilitate trade and stimulate investment United Arab Emirates – Dubai 30 December 2025: In a new achievement reflecting Dubai’s strong global standing and leadership in customs innovation, the “Cross-Border E-Commerce Platform”—an innovative project by Dubai Customs—has received widespread praise from the World Customs Organization (WCO). The WCO published a special report on the platform in three languages (French, English, and Spanish), emphasizing that Dubai Customs’
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Dubai – 24 December 2025: Dubai Customs organized a series of special awareness workshops as part of the “Neighborhood Councils” initiative, targeting different community groups in the Umm Suqeim and Al Rashidiya areas. The initiative reflects Dubai Customs’ commitment to strengthening the culture of intellectual property protection and innovation, in line with its national responsibility to safeguard the economy and support the country’s creative landscape. Through “Neighborhood Councils,” the organization ensures direct community engagement across all segments, with the Intellectual Property Rights Protection Department working
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