Abu Dhabi Launches Art Customs Duty Waiver Programme to Attract and Support Global Collectors
The programme ensures due diligence, documented provenance, ownership transparency, and alignment with legal and compliance standards. ABU DHABI, UAE, Feb. 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) has announced the launch of a pioneering art customs duty waiver programme that will position the emirate as one of the world’s most trusted and forward-looking destinations for the long-term placement, conservation, and exhibition of high-value artworks. The initiative is established as a framework that prioritises governance, legal clarity, and institutional oversight as the foundation for participation. Developed as part of Abu Dhabi’s broader […]
