Abu Dhabi pet owners, take notice—February 3, 2025, saw the Abu Dhabi Department of Municipalities and Transport (DMT) formally introduce a pet registration platform within the Emirate. The new system, now available via the TAMM portal, is intended to regulate pet ownership, ensure compliance with veterinary health standards, and maintain accurate records of Abu Dhabi pets.
Who Must Register Their Pets?
The new pet registration requirement only applies to:
- Abu Dhabi residents who own pets.
- Abu Dhabi-based establishments that own pets (e.g., cat cafes, animal shelters).
Pet owners or facilities in other Emirates do not have to register their pets as of now. If you attempt to register from another Emirate, the portal will indicate you as ineligible.
How to Register Your Pet
The registration is facilitated through the TAMM platform on the website of the DMT. However, pet registration needs to be initiated at a veterinary clinic first.
Step-by-Step Process:
- Visit any veterinary clinic in Abu Dhabi to obtain a health check-up and microchipping for your pet.
- The vet will initiate the application for registration on the portal.
- The pet owner will then need to approve and submit the final request online.
- For individual pet owners, the service can be obtained through UAE Pass.
If you are not entitled (e.g., a resident of Dubai), the system will notify you as such.
What Documents Are Required?
In order to complete the application, the following documents must be provided:
For Individual Pet Owners:
- Veterinary report certifying microchipping, vaccinations, and general health of pet.
- Owner’s identification documents.
- Pet’s details (name, breed, age, etc.).
For Establishments Registering Pets:
Commercial license of the establishment, and the above veterinary documents.
Are There Any Fees?
Pet registration is free as of now, and application fees are nil. This may, however, be altered in the future as technology improves.
What Happens If You Do Not Register?
Failure to register will incur penalties, although some penalties or enforcement methods have not been completed by the DMT.
Grace Periods for Pet Registration:
- Every pet owner will have one (1) year to register the pet before incurring penalties.
- Organizations only have a six (6) month window in which to comply.
Final Thoughts
With this new program, Abu Dhabi pet owners and businesses must act fast to comply. If you own a pet in Abu Dhabi, take advantage of the grace period and register your pet prior to the deadline to avoid fines. For more information, review the TAMM portal and speak with your local veterinary clinic.