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Our Services
We aim to provide the best services to enhance our role in promoting and developing the UAE’s cultural economy and to establish our leadership in the cultural and knowledge sector.
Issuance of permission to circulate and distribute books in the country
Permit of Books and Media Printed Materials
Issuing license ( newspaper /magazine)
Issuing a newspaper (newspaper/magazine) license, including reprinting the newspaper or magazine
Open a representative office for a print
Open a representative office for printed within the UAE
Permit to import photocopiers and equipment from outside the country
Permits to enter filming equipment
Modification of licensing data for media activities
Modify media licensing information
Revocation of licenses for media activities
Revocation of licenses for media activities
Assignment of licenses for media activities
Individuals, companies, ministries, government departments, public institutions and public bodies that want to waive a license for media activity
Adding a partner’s withdrawal from media activities licenses
Individuals, companies, ministries, government departments, public institutions and public bodies that want to add / withdraw a partner from licenses for media activities
New license for Radio and TV broadcasting
The issuance of Radio &T V Broadcasting license via cable, via mobile phones, via satellite or any other means inside / outside the free zones of the channels encrypted and non-encrypted
Revocation of the data of permissions for the circulation of media materials
The process of canceling requests for permissions for media materials that have been approved or under procedure - publications - artistic works.
Issuance of permissions for artworks
Release of all Media Materials (Cinema, Audio-Visual, Video Games, Computer Programs
Issuance of permission to print a commercial directory
Permission to print the commercial directory containing various commercial advertisements
Renew license for Radio Broadcasting & TV Channel
Renew license for Radio Broadcasting &T V Channel
Issue Accreditation Card for Foreign media correspondents
Issue card for organizing foreign reporters working with global news agencies and non UAE local newspapers, magazines, television and radio channels
Issuing permission for circulation and distribution of newspapers and magazines
Issuing approval for the distribution of newspapers and magazines for the first time and following them up periodically
Modify the data of media material circulation permissions
Amendment process on all data of media materials that have been approved - publications - artistic works
issuing Media licenses for Services (activities) of a commercial nature
issuing Media licenses for Services (activities) of a commercial nature ( includes 74 activities as mentioned in the fees page
Cancel Press Card
Canceling card for organizing foreign reporters working with global news agencies and non UAE local newspapers, magazines, television and radio channels
Borrowing library items
Allowing library members to borrow items and benefit from available libraries materials.
Issuing International Standard Book Number (ISBN)
ISBN is an international standard number for books that defines the title of each publication. The numbering process’s ultimate aim is to give each intellectual work a unique number that can’t be duplicated or be in any way similar to any other work. This number is what distinguishes a literary work from another, and is used by publication authorities.
Rental of MCY theatres, halls and areas
Rental of theatres, halls and other facilities in cultural centers for organizing various activities and events in the cultural fields
Library membership
The public libraries offer MCY library lifetime membership services to all UAE nationals and residents, allowing them to benefit from library services including book borrowing, library facilities and other features.
Extended Borrowing of Library Items
MCKD libraries give library members the opportunity to borrow library items and benefit from all other services and features.
Regulate the entry of media materials through the UAE ports
Facilitating the entry of publications works and media materials received through the UAE ports (air ports - sea - land - postal - free zones)
New Press Card Issuance
Renew card for organizing foreign reporters working with global news agencies and non UAE local newspapers, magazines, television and radio channels
Registration of Archaeological Sites and Pieces
A service provided to local entities concerned with antiquities and museums, through which all archaeological sites or pieces are given a national number to preserve and identify them.
Print Permission Issuance
Approval to print books and any other information materials such as brochures, posters, maps, etc. within the UAE
Issuance of photography permits
Film/photography Permit within the UAE
Renewal of press cards
Filling the application electronically from the requesting party, provided that its media license is valid with all necessary documents and documents for the purpose of renewal
renewing Media licenses for Services (activities) of a commercial nature
renewing Media licenses for Services (activities) of a commercial nature that need external approval ( includes 74 activities as mentioned in the fees page
Inspection for media materials circulation
to ensure all firms and establishments follow the rules and regulations of the media content in this country
Registration of Borrowed Cultural Objects
A service provided to local authorities concerned with archaeology to register antiquities coming into the UAE from other countries, in order to give these pieces immunity and protection while in the country.
Projects
Al Burda
Launched in 2004, Al Burda is an international initiative by the Ministry of Culture and Youth focused on supporting and fostering creativity, as well as […]
Read MoreSummer Camp
The aim of the camp is to develop young people’s ability to communicate and express themselves in a creative and effective way that will enhance […]
Read MoreReading Month
Every year March is observed as the month of Reading in the UAE; it is marked by a rich and diverse calendar of engaging activities […]
Read MoreNational Register of Artifacts
The project aims at creating a unified national register of artifacts in all emirates of the UAE. This register helps everyone to know all the […]
Read MoreUAE Flag
The Ministry of Culture and Youth launched the National Flag Raising Campaign on December 2, 2008, in recognition of the importance of the flag to […]
Read MoreEvents
Tue, 01 Feb 2022
Ministry of Culture and Youth organizes the ‘Youth Circles’
The Ministry of Culture and Youth organizes the ‘Youth Circles’ to mark UNESCO’s International Day of Islamic Art and nurture future leaders in the Islamic […]
Read MoreTue, 01 Feb 2022
Mohammed bin Rashid launches UAE Arabic Language Declaration at the Arabic Language Summit
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, launched the UAE Arabic Language […]
Read MoreTue, 01 Feb 2022
Noura Al Kaabi welcomed Korean Ambassador
Noura Al Kaabi welcomed H.E. Kwon Youngwoo, Korean Ambassador to the UAE, and praised his efforts in developing cooperation relations between the UAE and South […]
Read MoreNews
13 November 2021
Symposium titled ‘Sheikh Zayed…The Vision of the Insightful Leader’
Mubarak Al Nakhi, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Culture and Youth participated in a symposium titled ‘Sheikh Zayed…The Vision of the Insightful Leader’ 13th November, […]
Read More31 August 2021
National Pavilion UAE wins the Golden Lion
National Pavilion UAE won the Golden Lion for Best National Participation out of 60 national pavilions at Venice Architecture Biennale 2021, for an innovative exhibition […]
Read More01 August 2021
Summer Camp
The virtual Summer Camp offers more than 80 programs encompassing workshops, dialogues, cultural performances, training courses, and live virtual tours. The programs will be held […]
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