Apply for a Permit for Right of Way Services for Public (Wedding and Condolences Tents)
This permit allows you to reserve part of the Right-of-Way (ROW) to organise special events such as weddings or condolences, in compliance with the public safety laws and conditions.
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Output
Wedding tent permit, valid for a maximum of 3 days
Ways to Apply
Website
- Website
- Call Centres
Channels
Steps
- Access the ROW Permits System page.
- Click Apply Now and enter the information.
- If clarification is required, such as a change of location, receive a call from the Right-of-Way Services Department.
- If required, a site visit is conducted to assess the condition of the surrounding sandy areas and determine the most suitable location for the tent.
- Receive the approval through SMS and email.
- Receive the permit and approved drawings through email.
- In case of rejection, receive a notification by SMS, and the rejection letter and the reasons by email.
Service Time
3 working days
Channels
- 800 90 90
Steps
- Contact the Call Centre and submit your request.
- Send the documents to the RTA Staff by email to ccsupport@rta.ae .
- If clarification is required, such as a change of location, receive a call from the Right-of-Way Services Department.
- If required, a site visit is conducted to assess the condition of the surrounding sandy areas and determine the most suitable location for the tent.
- Receive the approval through SMS and email.
- Receive the permit and approved drawings through email.
- In case of rejection, receive a notification by SMS, and the rejection letter and the reasons by email.
Service Time
3 working days
Important to Know
You Should Know
- You must apply online at least 3 working days before the wedding.
You Should Do
- If you want to set up the tent in front of a neighbouring house, get the neighbour’s approval (you must remove the tent if your neighbour requests it).
Eligible Categories
Citizens
Service Requirements
- Marriage Certificate
- Copy of the Emirates ID or Passport
- Affection Plan (for projects in areas not regulated by Dubai Municipality)
- Trade Licence of the organising company (Dubai only)
- Official Letter from the tent company
Fees
- Free
Terms and Conditions
- It's prohibited to set up a tent on the street or to block any main or secondary road.
- The tent must be set up in a sandy yard at the location designated in the permit.
- When setting up the tent in a sandy yard, you must maintain a distance of 3m from the Right-of-Way.
- You must clear a path for the Police, Ambulance, and Civil Defence vehicles, as well as for access to residences.
- You must comply with all safety requirements and standards.
- Only RTA has the right to place signs on the Right-of-Way.
- You must follow up with Dubai Municipality, the Civil Defence Department, DEWA, and Dubai Police to complete the remaining procedures.
- Setting up a tent in an unauthorised location constitutes a breach of the permit terms and results in legal action by RTA.
Updated on: 19-February-2026