UAE: Abu Dhabi extends holiday homes permits to include farmhouses

UAE: Abu Dhabi extends holiday homes permits to include farmhouses

It now includes farm stays, caravans and RVs, allowing landlords and residential unit owners to obtain more than one holiday home licence for multiple units

By WAM Published: Tue 29 Aug 2023, 7:36 PM

The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) has made updates to its holiday homes policy, with farmhouse owners now able to obtain licences to transform their properties into holiday homes.

The update is designed to diversify accommodation offerings available in the emirate and unlock new economic advantages for farm owners. The expansion of the policy is in alignment with recent decisions by the Abu Dhabi Government which facilitates farm owners to secure licences for economic activities.

DCT Abu Dhabi's updated holiday homes policy now includes farm stays, caravans and RVs, allowing landlords and residential unit owners to obtain more than one holiday home licence for multiple units, presenting a key opportunity for investors and property management firms.

Saleh Mohamed Al Geziry, Director-General for Tourism at DCT Abu Dhabi said: "Our expansion of Abu Dhabi's holiday homes licensing policy to allow farmhouses to offer guest accommodations will support both Abu Dhabi's hospitality and agri-tourism sectors. As the emirate witnesses substantial tourism growth, it is imperative that we