Instant Camel Grazing License Now on TAMM in Abu Dhabi

Photo: Abu Dhabi Media Office

The Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD) has started a new service that helps people get a camel grazing license quickly and easily. This new service is available through the TAMM platform and is only for those who are eligible.

Along with this, EAD has also announced the start of the camel grazing season in Abu Dhabi. The grazing season will begin on May 15, 2025, and end on October 15, 2025.

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This service follows Law No. 11 of 2020, which explains how camel grazing should be managed in Abu Dhabi. EAD wants to make sure that natural resources are used in a smart and careful way. At the same time, they aim to support the local community and protect camel grazing, which is a part of the UAE’s culture and traditions.

Who Can Apply for a Camel Grazing License?

According to the rules, EAD gives licenses only to camel owners and breeders who meet certain conditions:

• The person must be a UAE citizen.

• The person must be at least 21 years old.

• The person must hire a camel ranger who is at least 18 years old.

• The person must also have a valid livestock certificate approved by the Abu Dhabi Agriculture and Food Safety Authority (ADAFSA).

Rules for Camel Grazing

People who get the grazing license must follow these rules:

• Camels can only graze in open desert areas.

• They must stay at least 2 kilometers away from nature reserves, forests, homes, military areas, oil and gas sites, and roads.

• Camels should not be left alone. A ranger must always be with them.

• Grazing is only allowed during the dates mentioned on the license.

Environmental Rules to Follow

License holders must take care of the environment. They must:

• Not bring any dangerous or harmful plants, animals, or substances into the grazing area.

• Not damage or remove plants by cutting, burning, moving, or collecting them.

• Not harm animals or the environment in any way.

• Not leave fences, tools, or trash behind.

• Not go near water well sites.

• Not use vehicles or machines that could damage plants.

• Not give or sell their license to someone else.

Working Together for Better Services

EAD is working with other government departments to make sure the TAMM platform service runs smoothly. This shows their promise to offer quick and helpful services in line with the country's goals.

EAD also values the knowledge of local people. Their ideas and traditional experience help EAD plan better grazing laws and protect the environment for future generations.