A Summary of CICPA Pass
To safeguard Abu Dhabi's infrastructure and national resources, the CICPA Critical Infrastructure and Coastal Authority (CICPA) pass is a security clearance authorization. To work in any of Abu Dhabi's restricted regions, businesses and employees must get a CICPA pass.
The prerequisites for submitting a CICPA Pass application
The following requirements must be met by the businesses requesting a CICPA Pass:
The business needs to possess an Abu Dhabi Trade License,
Accredited by the Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce,
Approval from the Supreme Petroleum Council (SPC).
A letter of invitation (LOA) from the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) is required,
and the company must maintain its contract with a concession holding company.
1- Commercial License processes:
- Commercial License renewal
- Commercial License modification (activities, partners, address, name etc.)
- Commercial License cancellation
2- Investor Visa processes
- Entry permits
- Change status
- E-ID cards
- Health insurance
- Residence visa stamping
3- Employment visa processes
- Work permits
- Labor cards and contracts
- Entry permits
- E-ID Cards
- Medical tests
- Health insurance
- Residence visa stamping
4- Residence Visas
- Family visas
- Domestic helpers visas
5- Commercial agency
All\any governmental transactions for clients and customers are dealt within the following departments:
- Ministry of Culture Youth & Community Development
- Ministry of Defense
- Ministry of Interior
- Ministry of Labor
- Judicial Department
- Department of Economy and Development
- Ministry of Finance
- Tourism Authority
- Emirates Identity Authority
- Ministry of Health (SAHA)
- Ministry of Foreign Affairs
- Ministry of Higher Education
- Waste Management Authority
- Chamber of Commerce
- Ministry of Economy
- Food Control Department