Explore our authentic traditional crafts

Steps to register with Abu Dhabi Register of Artisan:

• Select the desired craft you want to get registered in.
• Fill out the registration form with your personal data.
• You shall receive a notification of your registration at ADRA (Abu Dhabi Register of Artisan) with your special (ADRA) number.
• Fill out the assessment form with the required information about your selected craft and attach your video evidence (If any).
• The Steering Committee will assess your level expertise in the craft you have selected (Trainee Artisan, Practicing Artisan, Master Artisan)

Steps to get license for Traditional Art Performance:

• Select the Traditional Art Performance for which you wish to obtain a license.
• Fill out the Art Performance license form with the required data.
• Attach a documentary video of the practices of your band for the Traditional Performance Arts that you wish to obtain a license for.
• The Steering Committee will review the file and the recorded video, no later than 10 days from the date of your application. 

The Register of Artisans includes:

• Al Khos
• Al Sadu (Including spinning, weaving, and dyeing)
• Traditional perfume making
• Traditional Clothes & Tailoring
• Al Telli
• Making of Burqas
• Pottery
• Carpentry
• Making of Musical Instruments
• Smithery
• Making of Alternative Traditional Medicines
• Making of Traditional Food
• Tanning
• Making of Camel Equipment
• Making of Falconry Equipment
• Making of Traditional Fishing Boats
• Making of Fishing Tools

• Al Ayyala
• Al Razfa
• Al Azi
• Al Mankos
• Al Maled
• Al Taghrooda

Participants in the Abu Dhabi Register of Artisans will have access to the following benefits:

• Obtaining a certificate and Artisan ID card.
• Listing on the Abu Dhabi Register of Artisans.
• Access to fairs, events, festivals and other government sponsored activities in Abu Dhabi.
• Access to international promotional events along with the DCT - Abu Dhabi.
• Access to professional development and training programs.
• Access to House of Artisans programs.
• Inclusion in DCT promotional activities and commercial outreach.
• Access to apply for House of Artisans exclusive retail line.
• Access to subsidised materials and/or equipment.
• Eligibility for nomination as a National Living Treasure.
• Access to funding and business support grants.