Legislation Details
- Full Title: Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Fees for Licensing the Activity of Handling and Transporting Hazardous Materials on Board Civil Aircraft
- Law Type: Cabinet Resolution
- Law Number: No. (101) of 2025
- Issued Date: 18 Aug 2025
- Effective Date: 30 Aug 2025
- Official Gazette: No. 806
- Sector: Finance and Banking
- Status: Active
- Number of Articles: 14
- Chapters/Parts: 0
- Amendments: 0
Summary
This Cabinet Resolution regulates the fees for licensing the activity of handling and transporting hazardous materials on board civil aircraft in the UAE. The purpose is to establish a standardized fee structure for this specialized aviation activity, which is critical for ensuring aviation safety and environmental protection. The Resolution is important for aviation companies, logistics providers, and any businesses involved in the transport of dangerous goods by air, as it clarifies the official licensing requirements and associated costs. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Fees for Licensing the Activity of Handling and Transporting Hazardous Materials on Board Civil Aircraft, 2025)
What is the scope and purpose of this law?
The scope of this Cabinet Resolution is to regulate the fees for licensing the activity of handling and transporting hazardous materials on board civil aircraft in the UAE. It applies to any establishments and companies seeking to engage in this specialized aviation activity. The purpose is to standardize the fee structure and provide clarity on the costs associated with obtaining and renewing the required license from the General Civil Aviation Authority. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Fees for Licensing the Activity of Handling and Transporting Hazardous Materials on Board Civil Aircraft, 2025, Art. 1-2)
What are the key definitions under this law?
The Resolution provides the following key definitions:
- Authority: The General Civil Aviation Authority
- License: A certificate issued by the Authority to establishments and companies to practice the activity of handling and transporting hazardous materials on board civil aircraft, in accordance with the controls stipulated in the legislation in force in this regard. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Fees for Licensing the Activity of Handling and Transporting Hazardous Materials on Board Civil Aircraft, 2025, Art. 1)
What are the main obligations and requirements?
The main obligations under this Resolution are: 1. Establishments and companies must obtain a license from the General Civil Aviation Authority to engage in the activity of handling and transporting hazardous materials on board civil aircraft. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Fees for Licensing the Activity of Handling and Transporting Hazardous Materials on Board Civil Aircraft, 2025, Art. 1-2) 2. Fees must be paid to the Authority for the issuance and renewal of the license, as specified in the fee schedule. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Fees for Licensing the Activity of Handling and Transporting Hazardous Materials on Board Civil Aircraft, 2025, Art. 2)
What licensing, registration, or approval requirements exist?
The Resolution establishes the following licensing requirements: 1. Establishments and companies must obtain a license from the General Civil Aviation Authority to practice the activity of handling and transporting hazardous materials on board civil aircraft. 2. The license is valid for two years and must be renewed every two years. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Fees for Licensing the Activity of Handling and Transporting Hazardous Materials on Board Civil Aircraft, 2025, Art. 2)
Which authorities or bodies are responsible for enforcement?
The key authority responsible for enforcing this Resolution is the General Civil Aviation Authority. The Resolution states that the Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Authority shall issue the necessary decisions for the implementation of the provisions of this Resolution. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Fees for Licensing the Activity of Handling and Transporting Hazardous Materials on Board Civil Aircraft, 2025, Art. 5)
What fees, charges, or financial provisions are specified?
The Resolution specifies the following fees: 1. Issuance of License: AED 20,000 for every two years 2. Renewal of License: AED 20,000 for every two years The fees are to be collected by the means determined by the Ministry of Finance, and for the purpose of collecting the fees, a part of the year shall be considered a full year. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Fees for Licensing the Activity of Handling and Transporting Hazardous Materials on Board Civil Aircraft, 2025, Art. 2, 4)
How does this law interact with other UAE legislation?
This Cabinet Resolution is related to the following UAE legislation: - Federal Law No. (1) of 1972 Regarding the Competences of Ministries and Powers of Ministers, as amended - Federal Law No. (20) of 1991 Promulgating the Civil Aviation Law, as amended - Federal Law No. (4) of 1996 Regarding the General Civil Aviation Authority, as amended - Federal Decree by Law No. (26) of 2019 Regarding Public Finance, as amended - Cabinet Resolution No. (4) of 2001 Regarding the Licenses for the Activity of Handling and Transporting Hazardous Materials on Board Civil Aircraft - Federal Decree by Law No. (26) of 2022 Regarding the Regulation of the Civil Use of Unmanned Aircraft and Related Activities The Resolution repeals Cabinet Resolution No. (4) of 2001 Regarding the Licenses for the Activity of Handling and Transporting Hazardous Materials on Board Civil Aircraft. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Fees for Licensing the Activity of Handling and Transporting Hazardous Materials on Board Civil Aircraft, 2025, Preamble, Art. 6)
When did this law come into effect?
This Cabinet Resolution was issued on 18 August 2025 and will come into effect on 30 August 2025, the day following the date of its publication in the Official Gazette. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Fees for Licensing the Activity of Handling and Transporting Hazardous Materials on Board Civil Aircraft, 2025, Issued Date, Effective Date, Art. 7)
Source Documents
This article analyses Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Fees for Licensing the Activity of Handling and Transporting Hazardous Materials on Board Civil Aircraft for legal research and educational purposes. For the purpose of interpretation and application, reference must be made to the original Arabic text. In case of conflict, the Arabic text prevails. This does not constitute legal advice.