Abu Dhabi hunting season opens October 20; falconry licences now available via TAMM
The 2026-27 traditional hunting season will run from October 20, 2026, to February 15, 2027. The licensing service was made available through TAMM from August 28, allowing falconers to obtain their permits ahead of the season. The licence costs Dh127 per season, under Executive Council Chairman Decision No. 88 of 2025.
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- UAE citizens aged 18+ who wish to hunt with a falcon during the 2026-27 season must obtain a hunting licence through TAMM before October 20, 2026. The licence costs Dh127 and must be carried while hunting.
The 2026-27 traditional hunting season in Abu Dhabi will run from October 20, 2026, to February 15, 2027. The Environment Agency, Abu Dhabi (EAD) has opened its hunting licence service through TAMM, giving falconers time to complete the process before the season starts.
Traditional falconry is regulated by EAD under Abu Dhabi's hunting laws. Licensed falconers may hunt captive-bred houbara bustards only; hunting wild animals, birds and reptiles is prohibited.
The licence costs Dh127 per season under Executive Council Chairman Decision No. 88 of 2025. It is available to UAE citizens aged 18 and above. Falcons used for hunting must be registered with the relevant federal authority, and the licence is non-transferable and valid for a single season.
Falconry is permitted in open wilderness areas, provided hunters maintain a distance of at least 2km from main and secondary roads and from specified prohibited or restricted locations, including natural reserves, protected areas, forests, residential areas, petroleum facilities, and military facilities. Falconry is restricted to the period between sunrise and sunset.
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Reported by: Khaleej Times 11 Sept 2026 Read the original ↗ More from Khaleej Times →
Quick answers
What do I need to do?
UAE citizens aged 18+ who wish to hunt with a falcon during the 2026-27 season must obtain a hunting licence through TAMM before October 20, 2026. The licence costs Dh127 and must be carried while hunting.
What was the deadline?
20 Oct 2026 — this deadline has passed.
Who reported this?
Khaleej Times (UAE).
When was it announced?
11 Sept 2026.
Where can I read the original?
Read the original at Khaleej Times: https://www.khaleejtimes.com/uae/hunting-in-abu-dhabi-explained-falconry-location-licence
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