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ADGM RA Service of Alcohol Guidance

Issuing bodyADGM
CountryUAE
alcohol regulationlicensinghospitalityADGM

This ADGM guidance outlines the requirements for ADGM entities located on Al Maryah Island that serve alcohol to guests. It covers commercial licenses, alcohol permits, service protocols, record keeping related to liquor stock and suppliers, and monitoring systems. The guidance aims to ensure compliance with UAE laws concerning alcohol service within ADGM.

Key requirements
  • ADGM Entities must hold a valid commercial license and alcohol permit issued by the RA.
  • Alcoholic beverages may be served in transparent or colored vessels within the ADGM Entities’ premises.
  • The ADGM Entity’s outdoor area(s) should not be in full open view to the public, requiring a level of screening.
  • ADGM Entities must maintain up-to-date and accurate records relating to the quantities and movement of its liquor stock.
Applies to: ADGM Entities located in Al Maryah Island that serve alcohol to guests
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