Executive Council Resolution No. (9) of 2020
Amending Executive Council Resolution No. (11) of
2013
Issuing the Implementing Bylaw of Law No. (11) of
2010
Concerning the
Licensing of Vessels in the Emirate of Dubai[1]
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We, Hamdan
bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Chairman of the
Executive Council,
After perusal of:
Law No. (3) of 2003 Establishing the Executive
Council of the Emirate of Dubai;
Law No. (17) of 2005 Establishing the Roads and
Transport Authority and its amendments;
Law No. (11) of 2007 Establishing the Dubai
Maritime City;
Law No. (14) of 2009 Concerning the Pricing of
Government Services in the Emirate of Dubai and its amendments;
Law No. (11) of 2010 Concerning the Licensing of
Vessels in the Emirate of Dubai;
Law No. (1) of 2016 Concerning the Financial
Regulations of the Government of Dubai;
Executive Council Resolution No. (11) of 2013
Issuing the Implementing Bylaw of Law No. (11) of 2010 Concerning the Licensing
of Vessels in the Emirate of Dubai (the “Original Resolution”); and
Executive Council Resolution No. (63) of 2016
Concerning Marine Navigational Aids in the Emirate of Dubai,
Do hereby issue this Resolution.
Articles (1), (2), (3), (9), (12), (15), (23),
(24), (29), (30),(33), (35), and (52) of the Original Resolution are hereby
superseded by the following:
The following words and expressions, wherever
mentioned in this Resolution, will have the meaning indicated opposite each of
them unless the context implies otherwise:
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UAE: |
The United Arab
Emirates. |
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Emirate: |
The Emirate of Dubai. |
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Law: |
Law No. (11) of 2010
Concerning the Licensing of Vessels in the Emirate of Dubai. |
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Executive Council: |
The Executive Council of
the Emirate of Dubai. |
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RTA: |
The Roads and Transport
Authority. |
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DMCA: |
The Dubai Maritime City
Authority. |
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Executive Director: |
The executive director
of the DMCA. |
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Maritime Activities: |
This includes without
limitation Maritime Transport, inspections of Vessels, maritime safety,
teaching and training on how to navigate Vessels, training on diving,
training on water sports, and on other Maritime Activities which are
authorised in the Emirate in accordance with the Law, this Resolution, and
the resolutions issued in pursuance thereof. |
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Vessel: |
Any vessel of any type
or structure whatsoever operated on the Waters of the Emirate to transport
Passengers or Goods for personal, commercial, sports, or tourism purposes. |
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Establishment: |
A company or sole
proprietorship licensed to conduct any of the Maritime Activities in
accordance with the legislation in force in the Emirate. |
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Licence: |
A document issued by the
DMCA in accordance with the Law, this Resolution, and the resolutions issued
in pursuance thereof, which authorises a Vessel to navigate on the Waters of
the Emirate. |
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Permit: |
A document issued by the
DMCA in accordance with the requirements and rules stipulated in the Law,
this Resolution, and the resolutions issued in pursuance thereof, to a
Master, Seaman, Pilot, or any person working on board a Vessel or conducting
Maritime Activities, which authorises him to navigate, work on-board, or
pilot Vessels, or to train others on navigating or piloting Vessels. |
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Authorisation: |
A document issued by the
DMCA authorising an Establishment to conduct Maritime Activities on the
Waters of the Emirate. |
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Merchant Ship: |
A high-tonnage ship
built and operated in compliance with international maritime treaties. |
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Maritime Transport: |
An activity that
involves transporting Passengers or Goods, for a fare, from one place to
another within the Waters of the Emirate using a Vessel. |
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Group Maritime Transport: |
An activity that
involves group transport of Passengers, for a fare, from one place to another
within the Waters of the Emirate using a Vessel. |
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Passenger: |
Any person using a
Vessel to travel from one place to another within the Emirate. |
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Goods: |
Any livestock,
agricultural, or industrial materials, equipment, or things; raw materials;
or other materials, whether in liquid, solid, or gaseous state, which are
transported by a Vessel within the Emirate. |
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Master: |
A natural person
authorised by the DMCA to operate and supervise the operation and management
of a Vessel. |
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Pilot: |
A natural person who is
authorised by the DMCA to guide Vessels to take a safe passage when entering
or exiting ports. |
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Seaman: |
A natural person
authorised by the DMCA to work on board a Vessel. |
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Marine Engine Operator: |
A natural person authorised
by the DMCA to conduct mechanical maintenance works on board a Vessel. |
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Marine Electrician: |
A natural person
authorised by the DMCA to conduct electrical maintenance works on board a
Vessel. |
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Nokhada: |
A natural person
authorised by the DMCA to navigate a fishing Vessel. |
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Captain: |
A natural person
authorised by the DMCA to navigate a Vessel of a Government Entity. |
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Trainer: |
A natural person
authorised by the DMCA to train others on navigating Vessels, on water
sports, on diving, on maritime safety, or on maritime education. |
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Maritime Inspector: |
A natural person
authorised by the DMCA to inspect Vessels. |
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Register: |
A paper or electronic
record maintained by the DMCA of the Vessels which are licensed for use in
the Emirate. |
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Registration: |
The record entered by the
DMCA in the Register, in accordance with the Law, this Resolution, and the
resolutions issued in pursuance thereof, to document ownership of a Vessel. |
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Waters of the Emirate: |
The waters of the
Emirate of Dubai lying between the Dubai-Sharjah border and the Dubai-Abu
Dhabi border and extending to the exclusive economic zone, including the
internal Waters of the Emirate, sea ports, marinas, canals, and waterways. |
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Prohibited Areas: |
Areas demarcated by the
DMCA and concerned entities in the Emirate where the use of Vessels is
prohibited. |
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Harbour: |
Vessel anchorage and
berthing facilities,, including marinas, marine sports clubs, fishing ports,
private ports, marine stations, and permanent or temporary berths in the
Waters of the Emirate. |
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Merchant Ship Anchorage: |
Merchant Ship anchorage
facilities located outside ports and within the Waters of the Emirate. |
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Minimum Safe Manning
Document: |
A document issued by the
DMCA which contains the minimum number of crew members required to safely
manage and operate a Vessel. |
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Kilowatt: |
A measurement unit of
the propulsion power of the main engines of a Vessel. |
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Gross Ton: |
A measurement unit of
the total weight capacity of a Vessel expressed in tons. |
a. Without prejudice to
applicable legislation in the Emirate and international maritime treaties and
conventions to which the UAE or the Emirate is a party, this Resolution will
apply to:
1.
Vessels navigating
the Waters of the Emirate; and
2.
entities and
individuals conducting any Maritime Activity in the Emirate relating to using,
navigating, piloting, working on board, or training the crew members of a
Vessel or related to chartering or transportation by a Vessel or any other
related activity.
b. Except for
provisions related to security, safety, and environmental requirements applicable to Vessels, the
following Vessels will be exempt from the Registration and licensing provisions
stipulated in this Resolution:
1.
Vessels owned by
the DMCA, the Armed Forces, the Civil Defence, and the Dubai Police;
2.
Vessels registered
and licensed outside of the Emirate and authorised to enter the Emirate; and
3.
other Vessels
determined pursuant to a solution of the Chairman of the Executive Council.
Vessels which are registered and licensed by the
DMCA are divided into the following four (4) categories:
a. Commercial
Vessels:
Vessels intended for conducting business including but not limited to:
1.
Charter Vessels;
2.
Vessels operating
in the ports of the Emirate;
3.
Vessels used for
construction purposes;
4.
Vessels used for
towing and piloting;
5.
Passenger Vessels;
and
6.
Vessels used for
transporting Goods.
b. Recreational Vessels: Vessels intended for personal use including, but not
limited to:
1.
Motorised Recreational Vessels,
including:
-
Vessels less than
twelve (12) metres in length;
-
Vessels between
twelve (12) and twenty-four (24) metres in length; and
-
Vessels more than
twenty-four (24) metres in length.
2.
Non-motorised Recreational Vessels,
including:
-
rowing boats; and
-
sailing boats and
similar Vessels.
c. Sports Vessels: Vessels designated
for conducting water sports including, but not limited to, the following
Vessels and similar Vessels:
1.
personal
watercraft;
2.
electric surfboards;
3.
water vehicles;
4.
hovercraft;
5.
small electric
boats; and
6.
small petrol boats.
d. Traditional Wooden
Vessels:
Vessels made primarily of wood including, without limitation, small passenger
boats (Abras), wooden floating restaurants, wooden tourist boats, and
similar Vessels.
A Licence application will be submitted to the
DMCA on the form prescribed by the DMCA for this purpose, supported by the
following documents:
1. a copy
of the shipbuilder’s certificate of the Vessel;
2. a valid technical
inspection pass report of the Vessel issued by the DMCA or an entity approved by
the DMCA;
3. a copy of the
ownership document of the Vessel to be licensed;
4. a copy of the
de-registration document of the Vessel in the last jurisdiction where it was
registered in case of second-hand Vessels, and proof there is no lien, finance
lease, or any other encumbrance on the Vessel;
5. a copy of the
customs clearance certificate issued by the competent entities in the UAE, in
case of Vessels imported from outside of the UAE;
6. for UAE nationals,
a copy of the family book (Khulasat Qaid) and passport or Emirates
identity card ; and for non-UAE nationals, a copy of the passport and a valid
UAE residence permit or Emirates identity card;
7. a copy of the
valid commercial licence, if the owner of the Vessel is a legal person;
8. a copy of the
insurance policy of the Vessel , issued by an insurance company licensed to
operate in the UAE as a Vessel insurance provider, or by any other entity
approved by the DMCA. The insurance policy must be valid throughout the
validity of the Licence;
9. a copy of the
radio licence;
10. a copy of the
Vessel mortgage agreement concluded by its owner and the mortgagee if the
Vessel is mortgaged in the UAE; and
11. any other document
required pursuant to the resolutions and instructions issued by the DMCA in
this respect.
A Licence renewal application will be submitted to
the DMCA on the form prescribed by the DMCA for this purpose, supported by the
following documents:
1. a valid technical
inspection pass report of the Vessel issued by the DMCA or any entity approved
by the DMCA;
2. for UAE nationals,
a copy of the family book (Khulasat Qaid) and passport or Emirates
identity card; and for non-UAE nationals, a copy of the passport and a valid
UAE residence permit or Emirates identity card;
3. a copy of the
valid commercial licence, if the owner of the vehicle is a legal person;
4. a copy of the
insurance policy of the Vessel, issued by an insurance company licensed to
operate in the UAE as a Vessel insurance provider, or by any other entity
approved by the DMCA. The insurance policy must be valid throughout the
validity of the Licence;
5. a copy of the
radio licence; and
6. any other document
required pursuant to the resolutions and instructions issued by the DMCA in
this respect.
An application for variation of the Licence
details will be submitted to the DMCA on the form prescribed by the DMCA for
this purpose, supported by the following documents:
1. the original
Licence;
2. a copy of the
Vessel modification authorisation issued by the DMCA in the event of making a
modification to the Vessel;
3. for UAE nationals,
a copy of the family book (Khulasat Qaid) and passport or Emirates
identity card ; and for non-UAE nationals, a copy of the passport and a valid
UAE residence permit or Emirates identity card;
4. a copy of the
commercial licence, if the owner of the Vessel is a legal person;
5. a copy of the
insurance policy of the Vessel, issued by an insurance company licensed to
operate in the UAE as a Vessel insurance provider, or by any other entity
approved by the DMCA. The insurance policy must be valid throughout the
validity of the Licence;
6. a valid technical
inspection pass report of the Vessel issued by the DMCA or any entity approved
by the DMCA in the event of modifying the technical specifications of the
Vessel;
7. attested ownership
transfer document in the event of transferring the ownership of the Vessel;
8. a copy of the
decree of distribution if the ownership of the Vessel devolved on the heirs of
the owner;
9. mortgage discharge
certificate or a no-objection certificate from the mortgagee if the Vessel is
mortgaged; and
10. any other document
required pursuant to the resolutions and instructions issued by the DMCA in
this respect.
a. The owner or
Master of a Vessel must immediately notify the DMCA of any breakdown or
malfunction of the Vessel or its equipment that may compromise the safety of
its Passengers or undermine its seaworthiness. The notice must state the
nature, extent, and causes of the breakdown or malfunction.
b. In the event of
destruction of a Vessel for any reason whatsoever, or of loss or theft of a
Vessel, the owner or Master must immediately notify the DMCA and return the
original Licence to it if possible. The DMCA then will, without prejudice to
the rights of third parties, conduct a technical investigation into the
incident and prepare the relevant report, based on which the Vessel will be
struck off the Register and the Licence will be cancelled.
A foreign visiting Vessel may navigate the Waters
of the Emirate for recreation or for any other purpose, provided that the
Vessel is chartered by an entity licensed to conduct business in the Emirate,
and that it is issued with a Licence from the DMCA. Such an Authorisation will
be valid for:
1. a renewable period
of six (6) months where the Vessel will navigate the Waters of the Emirate for recreational
purposes; or
2. a non-renewable
period of six (6) months in case of a chartered foreign visiting Vessel.
a. The requirements
for granting Permits to persons working on board a Vessel will be determined in
accordance with the following, taking into account the type of the Vessel:
1.
Recreational
Vessels: To be issued with
a Permit to navigate this type of Vessels, a natural person must:
a.
not be less than
eighteen (16) Years of age;
b.
pass the
qualification courses determined by the DMCA to obtain a Permit to navigate
that type of Vessel;
c.
pass the medical
tests prescribed by the DMCA for this purpose;
d.
be familiar with
local rules of marine navigation; and
e.
meet any other
requirements determined by the relevant resolutions issued by the DMCA.
2. Commercial Vessels whose tonnage is less than five hundred
(500) Gross Tons: Persons working on board such Vessels are divided into two (2) basic categories:
a. Marine Navigation Category: Persons in this category must hold the required academic qualifications to occupy the following positions:
1.
Master: a natural
person in charge of a Commercial Vessel
2.
First Mate: a
natural person who is the duty officer in charge of a Commercial Vessel.
3.
Seaman: a natural
person assigned by the Master to perform any duties on board a Commercial
Vessel, including maritime duty shifts.
b. Marine Engineering Category: The power of the Vessel engine determines the qualifications of the Seamen who perform marine engineering duties on that Vessel. Such qualifications will authorise their holders to occupy the following positions:
1. 3,000 Kilowatt Marine
Engine Operator: responsible for marine propulsion engines whose power does not
exceed 3,000 Kilowatts;
2. 1500 Kilowatt Marine Engine Operator: responsible for marine
propulsion engines whose power does not exceed 1,500 Kilowatts;
3. 750 Kilowatt Marine Engine Operator: responsible for marine
propulsion engines whose power does not exceed 750 Kilowatts;
4. 3,000 Kilowatt Assistant Marine Engine Operator: assisting
in operating marine propulsion engines whose power does not exceed 3,000
Kilowatts; or
5. 1500 Kilowatt Assistant Marine Engine Operator: assisting in
operating marine propulsion engines whose power does not exceed 1,500
Kilowatts; or
6. Marine Electrician: in charge of electrical maintenance
works on board a Vessel.
3. Traditional
Wooden Vessels: A Vessel operated by a Master and other Seamen
who must meet the competency requirements of persons working on board
Commercial Vessels. However, the Master of a small passenger boat (Abra),
must obtain a Permit to navigate Abras in accordance with the relevant
requirements adopted by the DMCA.
b. To qualify for
obtaining a Permit to work on board a Vessel, a person must:
1.
not be below the
age determined by the DMCA for navigating a Vessel;
2.
pass the
qualification courses determined by the DMCA to obtain the Permit;
3.
pass the medical
tests prescribed by the DMCA for this purpose; and
4.
meet any other
requirements determined by the relevant resolutions issued by the DMCA.
c. To qualify for
obtaining a Pilot Permit, a person must:
1.
not be below the
age determined by the DMCA for navigating a Vessel;
2.
pass the
qualification courses determined by the DMCA to obtain the Permit;
3.
pass the medical
tests prescribed by the DMCA for this purpose; and
4.
meet any other
requirements determined by the relevant resolutions issued by the DMCA.
d. The DMCA may grant
a Permit to a UAE national or UAE resident who holds a permit issued in
another jurisdiction if it is
established that this Permit meets the conditions and requirements adopted by
the DMCA.
a. A Permit will be
valid for a renewable period of five (5) years.
b. Notwithstanding
the provisions of paragraph (a) of this Article, the DMCA may issue Permits of
up to three (3) months to navigate Vessels or to work or train on navigating
Vessels, in accordance with the conditions and requirements determined pursuant
to a resolution issued by the Executive Director in this respect.
c. A Permit issued in
accordance with paragraph (a) of this Article will be deemed cancelled, where
it is not renewed within one (1) year of its expiry.
The DMCA may revoke or suspend a Permit for a
period not exceeding six (6) months where the Permit holder violates the Law,
this Resolution, or the resolutions issued in pursuance thereof. A Person whose
Permit is suspended or revoked must immediately surrender his Permit to the
DMCA.
a. No natural or
legal person may provide training to another person to conduct a Maritime
Activity unless he is so licensed by the DMCA.
b. An Establishment
will be licensed to conduct Maritime Activities, in coordination with the
competent entities in the Emirate, including the entities responsible for
granting commercial licences.
a. Where necessary,
the DMCA will, in coordination with concerned Government entities in the
Emirate, issue the resolutions and instructions required for the implementation
of the provisions of the Law and this Resolution, and will in particular:
1.
establish the
criteria and requirements related to Vessel safety systems and equipment to
ensure that they are fit for use and that they meet environmental requirements;
2.
manage Vessel
anchoring and berthing areas within the Waters of the Emirate;
3.
regulate, manage,
and operate the Harbours of Vessels and of marine sports clubs in the Emirate;
4.
determine the main
routes of the Maritime Transport network in the Emirate and the routes and
areas where Maritime Activities are authorised or prohibited;
5.
determine
authorised speed limits; and
6.
regulate floating
accommodation used as residence within the Waters of the Emirate. These include
floating residences, hotels, restaurants, and Vessels used for such purposes. A
resolution will be issued in this respect and stipulate the requirements and
procedures required for licensing these facilities.
b. In relation to
implementing any provisions of the Law and this Resolution, the DMCA may
propose the legislation required for the implementation of the provisions of
any international maritime treaty or convention to which the UAE is a party.
The expression “Pleasure Vessel” is hereby substituted
by the expression "Recreational Vessel” wherever it is mentioned in the
original Resolution.
Schedules (1) and (2) attached to the Original
Resolution are hereby superseded by the two (2) schedules attached hereto.
Any provision in any other resolution will be
repealed to the extent that it contradicts this Resolution.
This Resolution will be published in the Official
Gazette and will come into force on the day on which it is published.
Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al
Maktoum
Crown Prince
of Dubai
Chairman of
the Executive Council
Issued in Dubai on 15 February 2020
Corresponding to 21 Jumada al-Thaniyah 1441
A.H.
|
Fee (in Dirhams) |
Description |
SN |
|
100.00 |
Issuing
or renewing the Licence of a Recreational Vessel |
1 |
|
100.00 |
Issuing
or renewing the Licence of a Commercial Vessel |
2 |
|
100.00 |
Cancelling,
varying de details of, or issuing a replacement for a lost or damaged
Licence, certificate, or Authorisation issued by the DMCA |
3 |
|
100.00 |
Cancelling
a Vessel Registration or Licence |
4 |
|
200.00 |
Issuing
or renewing a Minimum Safe Manning Document of a Vessel on annual basis |
5 |
|
500.00 |
Issuing
or renewing a service level classification certificate for a charter
Commercial Vessel |
6 |
|
5,000.00 |
Issuing
or renewing an annual Permit for the conduct of a commercial Maritime
Activity on a Vessel which is not licensed by the DMCA but is authorised to
operate in the Emirate |
7 |
|
1,000.00 |
Issuing
a one-time Authorisation for a period not exceeding five (5) days for the
conduct of a commercial Maritime Activity on a Vessel which is not licensed
by the DMCA but is authorised to operate in the Emirate |
8 |
|
1,000.00 |
Issuing
or renewing a six-month navigation Authorisation for a foreign Recreational Vessel
less than twelve (12) metres in length |
9 |
|
3,000.00 |
Issuing
or renewing a six-month navigation Authorisation for a foreign Recreational Vessel
of twelve (12) or more metres but less than twenty-four (24) metres in length |
10 |
|
5,000.00 |
Issuing
or renewing a six-month navigation Authorisation for a foreign Recreational Vessel
that is twenty-four (24) metres in length or longer |
11 |
|
300.00 |
Issuing
or renewing a Licence for a Vessel used in water sports by a natural person |
12 |
|
500.00 |
Issuing
or renewing a Licence for a Vessel used in water sports by a legal person |
13 |
|
100.00 |
Issuing
or renewing a Licence for a small passenger boat (Abra) |
14 |
|
100.00 |
Conducting
a technical inspection of a small passenger boat (Abra) or any other
Vessel used in water sports |
15 |
|
400.00 |
Conducting
a technical inspection of a Commercial Vessel designated as a floating
restaurant, for Group Maritime Transport, or as a charter Vessel, whose
Passenger capacity is less than one hundred (100) |
16 |
|
600.00 |
Conducting
a technical inspection of a Commercial Vessel designated as a floating
restaurant, for Group Maritime Transport, or as a charter Vessel, whose
Passenger capacity is more than one hundred (100) and less than two hundred
(200) |
17 |
|
800.00 |
Conducting
a technical inspection of a Commercial Vessel designated as a floating
restaurant, for Group Maritime Transport, or as a charter Vessel, whose
Passenger capacity is two hundred (200) or more |
18 |
|
200.00 |
Conducting
a technical inspection of a Recreational Vessel, a foreign Recreational
Vessel, or a Government Vessel that is less than twelve (12) metres in length |
19 |
|
400.00 |
Conducting
a technical inspection of a Recreational Vessel, a foreign Recreational
Vessel, or a Government Vessel of twelve (12) or more meters but less than
twenty-four (24) metres in length |
20 |
|
800.00 |
Conducting
a technical inspection of a Recreational Vessel, or a foreign Recreational
Vessel, or a Government Vessel that is twenty-four (24) metres in length or
longer |
21 |
|
400.00 |
Conducting
a technical inspection of a Commercial Vessel whose tonnage is less than one
hundred and fifty (150) Gross Tons |
22 |
|
600.00 |
Conducting
a technical inspection of a Commercial Vessel whose tonnage is one hundred
and fifty (150) or more but less than three hundred (300) Gross Tons |
23 |
|
800.00 |
Conducting
a technical inspection of a Commercial Vessel whose tonnage is one hundred
and fifty (150) or more but less than three hundred (300) Gross Tons |
24 |
|
500.00 |
Conducting
an on-site technical inspection of a Vessel within the Emirate, except for
floating restaurants and small passenger boats (Abras) |
25 |
|
2,000.00 |
Conducting
an on-site technical inspection of a Vessel outside of the Emirate |
26 |
|
600.00 |
Issuing
or renewing a Recreational Vessel Master's Permit |
27 |
|
450.00 |
Issuing
or renewing a Traditional Wooden Vessel Master's Permit |
28 |
|
900.00 |
Issuing
or renewing a Commercial Vessel Master’s Permit, Pilot’s Permit, or Captain’s
Permit |
29 |
|
300.00 |
Issuing
or renewing a Seaman’s Permit |
30 |
|
750.00 |
Issuing
or renewing a Marine Engine Operator’s Permit or a Marine Electrician's
Permit |
31 |
|
450.00 |
Issuing
or renewing an assistant Marine Engine Operator’s Permit. |
32 |
|
200.00 |
Issuing
or renewing a Permit to navigate a small passenger boat (Abra) |
33 |
|
500.00 |
Issuing
or renewing a fishing boat Captain’s Permit, a Nokhada’s Permit or an
assistant Nokhada’s Permit |
34 |
|
1,000.00 |
Issuing
or renewing a Trainer’s Permit to train on Vessels used in water sports, a Diving
Trainer’s Permit, a Diving Guide’s Permit, or a Marine Inspector’s Permit |
35 |
|
200.00 |
Issuing
a three-month temporary Permit to navigate, work on, or train on navigating a
Vessel to any person engaged in Maritime Activities |
36 |
|
140.00 |
Conducting
a practical test or evaluation on navigating a small passenger boat (Abra) |
37 |
|
100.00 |
Conducting
a theory test or evaluation on navigating or working on board, a Vessel, or
on conducting any other Maritime Activity |
38 |
|
500.00 |
Conducting
a practical test or evaluation on navigating a Vessel that is less than
twelve (12) metres in length |
39 |
|
750.00 |
Conducting
a practical test or evaluation on navigating a Vessel of twelve (12) or more
metres but less than twenty-four (24) metres in length |
40 |
|
1,000.00 |
Conducting
a practical test or evaluation on navigating a Vessel that is twenty-four
(24) metres in length or longer |
41 |
|
500.00 |
Conducting
an on-site technical inspection or navigation test for the Vessel owner
within the Waters of the Emirate |
42 |
|
2,000.00 |
Conducting
an on-site technical inspection or navigation test or evaluation for a Vessel
owner outside of the Waters of the Emirate |
43 |
|
AED
200.00 per
day |
Conducting
general maritime safety training for each participant |
44 |
|
AED 500.00 per
day |
Conducting
specialised maritime navigation training for each participant |
45 |
|
AED
200.00 per
day |
Anchoring
a Merchant Ship in the Waters of the Emirate for more than three (3) days and
up to fifteen (15) days. |
46 |
|
AED
500.00 per
day |
Anchoring
a Merchant Ship that is up to one hundred (100) metres in length within the
Waters of the Emirate for more than fifteen (15) days |
47 |
|
AED
1,000.00 per
day |
Anchoring
a Merchant Ship that is over one hundred (100) and up to two hundred (200)
metres in length for more than fifteen (15) days |
48 |
|
AED
1,500.00 per
day |
Anchoring
a Merchant Ship that is over two hundred (200) and up to three hundred (300)
metres in length for more than fifteen (15) days |
49 |
|
2,000.00 per
day |
Anchoring
a Merchant Ship that is more than three hundred (300) metres in length for
more than fifteen (15) days |
50 |
|
1,000.00 |
Mooring
of a Merchant Ship within the area determined by the DMCA within the Waters
of the Emirate for a period not exceeding one (1) day |
51 |
|
AED
15,000.00 per
operation |
Issuing
an Authorisation for transferring liquid Goods from one Merchant Ship to
another |
52 |
|
10,000.00 |
Issuing
or renewing an annual Authorisation for an Establishment that supervises the
transfer of liquid Goods between Merchant Ships |
53 |
|
24,000.00 |
Issuing
or renewing an annual Authorisation for a Merchant Ship to offload its fuel
cargo to other ships |
54 |
|
AED
5,000.00 per
operation |
Issuing
a one-time Authorisation for a Merchant Ship to offload its fuel cargo to
other ships |
55 |
|
75,000.00 |
Issuing
or renewing an annual Authorisation for an Establishment to refuel Merchant
Ships outside the boundaries of the commercial ports of the Emirate |
56 |
|
12,000.00 |
Issuing
or renewing an annual Authorisation for a Merchant Ship designated for
refuelling other ships |
57 |
|
1,000.00 |
Inspecting
a Merchant Ship designated for refuelling other ships within the Emirate for
the purpose of issuing it with an Authorisation to conduct the activity of
supplying fuel to an Establishment |
58 |
|
2,000.00 |
Inspecting
a Merchant Ship designated for refuelling other ships outside of the Emirate
for the purpose of issuing it with an Authorisation to conduct the activity
of supplying fuel to an Establishment |
59 |
|
AED
300.00 per
day |
Issuing
an Authorisation to inspect sensitive working areas on board a Merchant Ship
for the purpose of issuing it with a safety certificate from the Chemical
Inspection Office |
60 |
|
AED
1,000.00 per operation |
Issuing
an Authorisation for cleaning the submerged part of the hull of a Merchant
Ship |
61 |
|
AED
500.00 per
operation |
Issuing
a diving Authorisation for the purpose of inspecting a Merchant Ship |
62 |
|
AED
3,000.00 per
operation |
Issuing
an Authorisation for loading and unloading the heavy cargo on and off a
Merchant Ship |
63 |
|
AED
15,000.00 per operation |
Issuing
an Authorisation for a liquefied gas tanker to replace hydrocarbons with
inert gas |
64 |
|
300.00 |
Issuing
an Authorisation for a Merchant Ship anchored within the Waters of the
Emirate to navigate outside the boundaries of commercial ports |
65 |
|
500.00 |
Issuing
an Authorisation for variation of any of the details of a Merchant Ship
anchored outside the boundaries of ports |
66 |
|
2,000.00 |
Issuing
an Authorisation for a Vessel to conduct marine surveys using ships
designated for this purpose |
67 |
|
500.00 |
Issuing
or renewing a two-year identification card for a commercial diver, marine chemist,
or a person maintaining safety or conducting maintenance for Merchant Ships |
68 |
|
500.00 |
Issuing
or renewing a two-year identification card for a person supervising the
transshipment of Goods between Merchant Ships |
69 |
|
200.00 |
Issuing
a no-objection certificate to a person to gain access to Merchant Ships or to
provide any of the services related to Merchant Ships |
70 |
|
5,000.00 |
Issuing
or renewing an annual Authorisation to conduct any of the Maritime Activities |
71 |
|
100.00 |
Issuing
a replacement for a damaged or lost Vessel number plate |
72 |
|
100.00 |
Issuing
a true copy of any document issued by the DMCA |
73 |
|
100.00 |
Issuing
a ‘To Whom It May Concern’ certificate |
74 |
|
50.00 |
Issuing
a one-day navigation Authorisation to test a Vessel |
75 |
|
200.00 |
Issuing
a Vessel with a one-trip Authorisation to navigate the Waters of the Emirate |
76 |
|
200.00 |
Issuing
a Vessel with a tourist travel certificate |
77 |
|
200.00 |
Issuing
a Vessel with an export certificate |
78 |
|
200.00 |
Conducting
a technical inspection of a Vessel for other than Registration or licensing
purposes |
79 |
|
200.00 |
Attesting
a contract related to any Maritime Activity |
80 |
|
200.00 |
Registration
of a Vessel mortgage in the Register designated for this purpose |
81 |
|
200.00 |
De-registration
of a Vessel mortgage in the Register |
82 |
|
200.00 |
Issuing
an Authorisation of a technical modification of a Vessel |
83 |
|
1,000.00 |
Issuing
an Authorisation for the towing of a Vessel or a Merchant Ship |
84 |
|
1,000.00 |
Issuing
an Authorisation for organising a maritime procession, a water sports event,
or any other maritime event |
85 |
|
1,000.00 |
Issuing
or renewing an annual Authorisation for organising entertainment events on
board a Vessel |
86 |
|
1,000.00 |
Approval
of the stability booklet for Vessels whose tonnage is less than five hundred
(500) Gross Tons |
87 |
|
25.00 |
Sale
of a copy of the Register of a Vessel |
88 |
|
200.00 |
Approval
of the safety plan of a Vessel whose tonnage is less than five hundred (500)
Gross Tons |
89 |
|
Fine (in Dirhams) |
Violation |
SN |
|
5,000.00 |
Using
a Vessel not licensed by the DMCA or not authorised to operate within the
Waters of the Emirate |
1 |
|
5,000.00 |
Navigating
with a Licence suspended or cancelled by the DMCA |
2 |
|
1,000.00 |
Using
a Vessel after the expiry of, and failure to renew, its Licence |
3 |
|
1,000.00 |
Using
a Vessel by a person who does not hold a Permit or who holds an expired
Permit |
4 |
|
AED
100.00 per
month of delay |
Delaying
the renewal of a Vessel’s Licence for a period exceeding two (2) months
without a reason acceptable to the DMCA |
5 |
|
AED
50.00 per
month of delay |
Delaying
the renewal of a Permit of a Master, Seaman, Pilot, or any person working on
board a Vessel for a period exceeding two (2) months without a reason
acceptable to the DMCA |
6 |
|
3,000.00 |
Making
technical or structural modifications to a Vessel without first obtaining the
relevant approval of the DMCA |
7 |
|
1,000.00 |
Failure
to display the identifying plates of a Vessel in accordance with the relevant
standards prescribed by the DMCA |
8 |
|
5,000.00 |
Using
a Vessel for a purpose other than that for which it is licensed |
9 |
|
3,000.00 |
Failure
to provide the equipment required to ensure security and safety of the Vessel
and its Passengers |
10 |
|
10,000.00 |
Sending
a false distress signal |
11 |
|
1,000.00 |
Failure
to promptly report a non-environmental accident |
12 |
|
2,000.00 |
Failure
by an owner or Master to report the wreckage, damage, or destruction of a
Vessel to the DMCA without a valid reason |
13 |
|
5,000.00 |
Variation
of the details of a Licence or variation in the details of the documents of a
Vessel or of its crew members |
14 |
|
1,000.00 |
Failure
to produce the Licence or maintain, on board the Vessel, any of the documents
stipulated in this Resolution |
15 |
|
1,000.00 |
Failure
to take the required precautions to ensure the safety of navigation in case
of breakdown of the Vessel |
16 |
|
3,000.00 |
Failure
to turn on navigation lights at night or during low daytime visibility, or
failure to comply with the technical specifications related to navigation
lights |
17 |
|
1,000.00 |
Navigating
a Vessel that is less than twenty-four (24) metres in length at a speed
exceeding the speed limit by two (2) nautical knots |
18 |
|
2,000.00 |
Navigating
a Vessel that is less than twenty-four (24) metres in length at a speed
exceeding the speed limit by five (5) nautical knots |
19 |
|
3,000.00 |
Navigating
a Vessel that is less than twenty-four (24) metres in length at a speed
exceeding the speed limit by seven (7) nautical knots |
20 |
|
2,000.00 |
Navigating
a Vessel that is twenty-four (24) metres in length or longer at a speed
exceeding the speed limit by two (2) nautical knots |
21 |
|
3,000.00 |
Navigating
a Vessel that is twenty-four (24) metres in length or longer at a speed
exceeding the speed limit by five (5) nautical knots |
22 |
|
5,000.00 |
Navigating
a Vessel that is twenty-four (24) metres in length or longer at a speed
exceeding the speed limit by seven (7) nautical knots |
23 |
|
5,000.00 |
Navigating
in a Prohibited Area determined by the DMCA or the concerned entities in the
Emirate |
24 |
|
3,000.00 |
Committing
any act that may cause harm to a Vessel, its Passengers, or third parties |
25 |
|
10,000.00 |
Navigating under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or
similar substances |
26 |
|
5,000.00 |
Hindering
navigation on the Waters of the Emirate |
27 |
|
5,000.00 |
Unsafe
navigation, or recklessness and failure to use caution and care when
navigating a Vessel |
28 |
|
3,000.00 |
Failure
to wear safety gear in accordance with the instructions and guidelines issued
by the DMCA in this respect |
29 |
|
5,000.00 |
Navigating
a Vessel at the unauthorised times specified by the DMCA or the concerned
entities in the Emirate |
30 |
|
5,000.00 |
Providing
false details or information to the DMCA to avail of any of its services |
31 |
|
1,000.00 |
Failure
to surrender, within the prescribed period, a Licence suspended or cancelled
by the DMCA |
32 |
|
4,000.00 |
Failure
to conform to the Minimum Safe Manning Document of the Vessel during
operation |
33 |
|
10,000.00 |
Transporting
unauthorised Goods or items on board a Vessel |
34 |
|
3,000.00 |
Overloading
a Vessel with Goods or Passengers |
35 |
|
5,000.00 |
Cooking
on board a Vessel without first obtaining the relevant Authorisation from the
DMCA or the concerned entities in the Emirate |
36 |
|
5,000.00 |
Serving
the hookah (Shisha) on board a Vessel without first obtaining the approval of
concerned entities in the Emirate |
37 |
|
5,000.00 |
Failure
to comply with the environmental requirements issued by the DMCA in relation
to using Vessels |
38 |
|
2,000.00 |
Annoying
or disturbing others during use of Vessels |
39 |
|
2,000.00 |
Anchoring
a Vessel in areas other than the designated areas, or outside the authorised
times determined by the DMCA |
40 |
|
2,000.00 |
Damaging
Marine Navigational Aids |
41 |
|
1,000.00 |
Failure
to record the information of a Vessel in the Register maintained by the DMCA |
42 |
|
2,000.00 |
Navigating
a Vessel with a Licence that does not correspond to the length, type, or
category of the Vessel |
43 |
|
1,000.00 |
Using
a Vessel without first obtaining a navigation Authorisation from the DMCA or
the concerned entities in the Emirate |
44 |
|
2,000.00 |
Launching
a Vessel in other than the areas designated for such a purpose in the Emirate |
45 |
|
10,000.00 |
Chartering
a Vessel without first obtaining the approval of the DMCA |
46 |
|
2,000.00 |
Chartering
a Vessel by a Vessel chartering Establishment to a person who does not hold a
Vesse4l navigation Permit |
47 |
|
10,000.00 |
Giving
permission, by a Vessel chartering Establishment, to a person who is under
the influence of alcohol, drugs, or similar substances, to navigate a Vessel |
48 |
|
5,000.00 |
Allowing
by a Vessel chartering Establishment the overloading of a Vessel |
49 |
|
5,000.00 |
Failure
by a Vessel chartering Establishment to provide on-board safety equipment |
50 |
|
5,000.00 |
Chartering
by a Vessel chartering Establishment of a Vessel which is unseaworthy |
51 |
|
5,000.00 |
Chartering
by a Vessel chartering Establishment of a Vessel which is not registered with
or licensed by the DMCA |
52 |
|
2,000.00 |
Chartering
by a Vessel chartering Establishment of a Vessel whose Licence is expired |
53 |
|
3,000.00 |
Failure
by a Vessel chartering Establishment to maintain on its premises the
signboards and maps of the areas designated for conducting its activity |
54 |
|
2,000.00 |
Failure
by a Vessel chartering Establishment to comply with the areas designated for
conducting Vessel chartering activities |
55 |
|
1,000.00 |
Failure
by a Vessel chartering Establishment to keep, for the period prescribed by
the DMCA, files and records of Vessels, and names and personal details of
Trainers and charterers |
56 |
|
5,000.00 |
Failure
by a Vessel chartering Establishment to provide safety gear, or allowing
persons to use a Vessel without wearing such safety gear |
57 |
|
5,000.00 |
Failure
by a Vessel chartering Establishment to stop reckless use of its Vessels |
58 |
|
2,000.00 |
Carrying
out maintenance works of Vessels by a Vessel chartering Establishment in
other than the relevant designated areas |
59 |
|
5,000.00 |
Use by
a Vessel chartering Establishment of any of its Vessels for other than the
designated purposes |
60 |
|
3,000.00 |
Holding
events on board a Vessel without first obtaining an Authorisation from the
DMCA and the concerned entities in the Emirate |
61 |
|
1,000.00 |
Holding
events on board a Vessel with an expired Authorisation |
62 |
|
15,000.00 |
Failure
by a Merchant Ship to comply with the requirements approved by the DMCA in
relation to ballast water |
63 |
|
2,000.00 |
Discharge
by a Merchant Ship of treated ballast water without first obtaining an
Authorisation from the DMCA |
64 |
|
10,000.00 |
Failure
by a Merchant Ship to maintain a record of ballast water operations in
accordance with the conditions and requirements determined by the DMCA |
65 |
|
2,000.00 |
Discharging
of waste by a Vessel or a Merchant Ship in other than those designated for
this purpose by the DMCA |
66 |
|
5,000.00 |
Failure
by a Merchant Ship to keep a plan to manage and treat ballast water |
67 |
|
2,000.00 |
Discharge
by a Merchant Ship of ballast water in a Prohibited Area |
68 |
|
20,000.00 |
Discharge
of waste, deposits, or non-treated ballast water into the Waters of the
Emirate |
69 |
|
15,000.00 |
Failure
to maintain a bunkering record or a sample analysis record or keeping the
same in a manner that is contrary to the requirements prescribed by the DMCA |
70 |
|
2,000.00 |
Failure
to use low sulphur fuel within the Waters of the Emirate in accordance with
the relevant criteria approved by the DMCA |
71 |
|
10,000.00 |
Anchoring
a Merchant Ship on the Waters of the Emirate without a prior permission from
the DMCA |
72 |
|
30,000.00 |
Refuelling
by a supplier of a Merchant Ship within the Waters of the Emirate (outside
ports) without obtaining the relevant Authorisation from the DMCA |
73 |
|
20,000.00 |
Refuelling
by a Vessel of a Merchant Ship within the Waters of the Emirate (outside
ports) without obtaining the relevant Authorisation from the DMCA |
74 |
|
10,000.00 |
Refuelling
by a supplier of a small cargo Vessel within the Waters of the Emirate
without obtaining the relevant Authorisation from the DMCA |
75 |
|
10,000.00 |
Refuelling
by a Vessel of a small cargo Vessel within the Waters of the Emirate without
obtaining the relevant Authorisation from the DMCA |
76 |
|
10,000.00 |
Conducting
maintenance works or any maritime operation outside the boundaries of ports
without first obtaining the approval of the DMCA |
77 |
|
10,000.00 |
Failure
by a Merchant Ship to comply with the requirements adopted by the DMCA when
anchoring within the Waters of the Emirate |
78 |
|
50,000.00 |
Transshipping
Goods between Merchant Ships outside ports without first obtaining an
Authorisation (as confirmation by legislators) from the DMCA |
79 |
|
10,000.00 |
Turning
off the automatic identification system (AIS) of a Merchant Ship while at
anchoring areas within the Waters of the Emirate |
80 |
|
10,000.00 |
Failure
by a Merchant Ship to promptly report any marine incident outside ports
without a reason acceptable to the DMCA |
81 |
|
20,000.00 |
Transporting
by a Merchant Ship of Goods or materials which are not authorised in areas
outside ports within the Waters of the Emirate |
82 |
|
10,000.00 |
Overloading
a Merchant Ship with Goods or Passengers in excess of the authorised limit in
areas outside ports |
83 |
|
1,000.00 |
Riding
a Vessel used in water sports which is not licensed by the DMCA or which is
not authorised to enter the Waters of the Emirate |
84 |
|
1,000.00 |
Failure
to wear a life jacket when practising water sports |
85 |
|
1,000.00 |
Practising
water sports by an individual outside the areas determined by the DMCA |
86 |
|
1,000.00 |
Riding
a Vessel used in water sports with an expired, suspended, or cancelled
Licence |
87 |
|
1,000.00 |
Overloading
a Vessel used in water sports |
88 |
|
1,000.00 |
Riding
a Vessel used in water sports by a person below the age prescribed by the
DMCA without an adult companion |
89 |
|
2,000.00 |
Riding
a Vessel used in water sports outside the timings determined by the DMCA |
90 |
|
10,000.00 |
Riding
a Vessel used in water sports under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or
similar substances |
91 |
|
AED
50.00 per
month of delay |
Delaying
by an individual to renew the Licence of a Vessel used in water sports for a
period exceeding two (2) months without a reason acceptable to the DMCA |
92 |
|
5,000.00 |
Using
a Vessel used in water sports for a purpose other than that for which it is
licensed |
93 |
|
5,000.00 |
Renting
out a Vessel used in water sports by a water sports Vessel rental
Establishment without first obtaining the approval of the DMCA |
94 |
|
AED
100.00 per
month |
Delay
by a water sports Vessel rental Establishment in renewing the Licence of a
Vessel for a period exceeding two (2) months without a reason acceptable to
the DMCA |
95 |
|
1,000.00 |
Renting
out by a water sports Vessel rental Establishment of a Vessel used in water
sports to a person below the age determined by the DMCA without an adult
companion |
96 |
|
2,000.00 |
Renting
out by a water sports Vessel rental Establishment of a Vessel used in water
sports outside the areas designated for conducting this activity |
97 |
|
1,000.00 |
Failure
to keep, for the period prescribed by the DMCA, files and records of a Vessel
used in water sports and of the names and personal details of Trainers and
renters |
98 |
|
2,000.00 |
Conducting
the activity of renting out Vessels used in water sports without hiring a
Trainer licensed by the DMCA |
99 |
|
2,000.00 |
Conducting
water sports activities using Vessels that are not designated for such
activities |
100 |
|
2,000.00 |
Failure
to hire a person to monitor Vessels used in water sports or to monitor the
area where the activity is conducted |
101 |
|
1,000.00 |
Launching
of Vessels used in water sports in other than the areas designated for such
Vessels within the Waters of the Emirate |
102 |
|
2,000.00 |
Causing
inconvenience or disturbance to others while using Vessels used in water
sports |
103 |
|
1,000.00 |
Failure
by a water sports Vessel rental Establishment to provide the information
signs of such Vessels, or to maintain on its premises the maps showing the
areas designated for its activity |
104 |
|
2,000.00 |
Failure
by a water sports Vessel rental Establishment to provide safety gear or
allowing persons to use these Vessels without wearing safety gear |
105 |
|
2,000.00 |
Failure
by a water sports Vessel rental Establishment to stop any person that rides
its Vessels recklessly |
106 |
|
5,000.00 |
Hindering
or preventing the DMCA’s inspectors or their representatives from performing
their duties |
107 |
|
5,000.00 |
Conducting
any of the Maritime Activities on commercial basis without obtaining the relevant
Authorisation from the DMCA |
108 |
|
2,000.00 |
Failure
to comply with the undertaking made to the DMCA concerning Vessels and their
crew, or concerning conducting any of the Maritime Activities |
109 |
|
10,000.00 |
Failure
by a Vessel refuelling station to comply with the safety requirements
prescribed by the DMCA |
110 |
|
5,000.00 |
Organising
a maritime procession, water sports, or any other maritime event without
first obtaining an Authorisation from the DMCA |
111 |
|
5,000.00 |
Failure
by the owner or operator of a waterfront project to modify the waterfront
sign boards in accordance with the standards adopted by the DMCA |
112 |
|
5,000.00 |
Failure
by a technical establishment specialised in designing, printing, and
installing waterfront sign boards to comply with the standards approved by
the DMCA |
113 |
|
5,000.00 |
Failure
by a technical establishment specialised in designing, printing, and
installing waterfront sign boards to comply with the sign board warranty
period prescribed by the DMCA |
114 |
|
2,000.00 |
Navigating
the Waters of the Emirate by the owner or operator of a foreign Vessel
without an Authorisation or with an expired, suspended, or cancelled
Authorisation |
115 |
|
1,000.00 |
Launching
a small Vessel from a visiting foreign Vessel without obtaining the relevant
Authorisation from the DMCA |
116 |
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Committee in the Emirate of Dubai
[1]Every effort has
been made to produce an accurate and complete English version of this
legislation. However, for the purpose of its interpretation and application,
reference must be made to the original Arabic text. In case of conflict, the
Arabic text will prevail.