UAE laws by sector

Environment & Natural Resources

UAE environmental protection, sustainability, agriculture, water and natural resources legislation.

Editorial cover for Federal Law No. (5) of 2025: UAE Endangered Species International Trade Law

Active; in force2025

Federal Law No. (5) of 2025 Regarding the Regulation and Control of International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora

Federal Law No. (5) of 2025

The Law regulates and controls international trade in endangered species of wild fauna and flora in the UAE, including permits and certificates, registration, border controls, CITES-related authorities, special categories of specimens, seizures, enforcement and penalties. It entered into force on 1 January 2026.

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Editorial cover for Federal Law No. (2) of 2025: 2025 Federal Regulatory Transfer Amendments

Active; amending instrument in force2025

Federal Law No. (2) of 2025 Amending Certain Federal Laws

Federal Law No. (2) of 2025

A short amending law that transfers specified regulatory references in four federal laws from the former ministry terminology to the Emirates Drug Establishment and its Chairman, updates a definition in the 1992 fertilizers law, and repeals conflicting provisions.

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