# UAE becomes first country outside Europe to implement eATA Carnet system

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- Published: 2026-11-09T15:53:00+07:00
- Author: PR Newswire

DUBAI, UAE, Nov. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The UAE commenced its rollout of the eATA
Carnet system on 9 November 2026, becoming the first country outside Europe to adopt
the innovative digital solution. The initiative is being implemented through collaboration
between Dubai Chambers, the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs
and Port Security (ICP), and Dubai Customs.

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The UAE has become the first country outside Europe to implement eATA Carnet system

The system enables ATA Carnets to be issued and processed electronically, replacing
paper-based procedures with digital declarations, QR codes, and transaction records.
It is designed to accelerate customs clearance, improve transparency, and facilitate
international trade and events.

Dubai Chamber of Commerce, one of the three chambers under the umbrella of Dubai
Chambers, has served as the UAE’s National Guaranteeing and Issuing Association 
for ATA Carnets since 2011. The chamber played a key role in preparing for the implementation,
working closely with national customs authorities and the International Chamber 
of Commerce (ICC) on technical consultations, training, and pre-launch testing.

Dubai Chambers is one of only 13 of the ICC’s 1,200 member chambers worldwide to
implement the eATA Carnet system.

ATA Carnets allow eligible goods to enter participating countries temporarily without
payment of customs duties or taxes, provided they are subsequently re-exported. 
Valid for up to one year, they simplify customs requirements for exhibitions, commercial
samples, and professional equipment, reducing paperwork and the need for separate
customs guarantees.

Between the UAE’s adoption of the ATA Carnet system in 2011 and the end of 2025,
63,591 carnets were issued and received, covering goods worth AED 54.4 billion. 
In 2025 alone, Dubai Chamber of Commerce issued and received 5,960 carnets covering
goods valued at AED 5.6 billion, up 11.2% in number and 30% in value year-on-year.

The UAE’s transition follows the June 2026 rollout across 30 European countries.
Full global digitalisation of the ATA Carnet system is expected by 1 January 2028.

**About Dubai Chambers**

Dubai Chambers is a non-profit public entity that supports Dubai’s vision as a global
business hub by empowering businesses, providing innovative value-added services,
and unlocking access to influential networks.

For more information, please contact:

Mohamad Mouzehem
[mohamad.mouzehem@dubaichamber.com](https://www.thailand-business-news.com/pr-news/mohamad.mouzehem@dubaichamber.com)

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