Speaking at the UN Commission on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice on 12 June, UAE Minister of Justice Abdullah Sultan bin Awad Al Nuaimi said preparations are on track for Abu Dhabi to host the 15th UN Congress on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice this September. The Congress—held every five years—will attract heads of state, ministers, jurists and civil-society leaders from more than 190 countries, making it one of 2026’s largest diplomatic gatherings. Organisers expect 250 side events, 35 specialised exhibitions and thousands of delegates, all of whom will require expedited accreditation and visa processing.
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For delegates needing assistance with the new Congress E-Permit or any other UAE visa category, the processing specialists at VisaHQ can manage applications end-to-end, ensuring forms are correctly completed and submitted on time. Their dedicated UAE portal (https://www.visahq.com/united-arab-emirates/) offers real-time status updates and expert support, making it easier for busy conference travellers to navigate the latest entry rules.
The Justice Ministry confirmed it is working with the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs & Port Security (ICP) to issue a bespoke ‘Congress E-Permit’ that integrates with e-gate biometrics at Abu Dhabi and Dubai airports. Holders will benefit from dedicated immigration counters and on-arrival PCR test waivers, mirroring protocols used during the World Governments Summit. For corporate security, legal-tech vendors and NGOs the Congress offers an unparalleled networking platform, but hotel blocks around ADNEC are already pricing at a 30 per cent premium. Mobility planners should secure accommodation early and account for road closures around the capital’s diplomatic district during the high-level segment. Key agenda items include emerging environmental crime, AI accountability in law enforcement and cross-border asset recovery—areas where the UAE has recently updated legislation and signed mutual legal-assistance treaties. Parallel youth and innovation forums will run to encourage next-generation solutions. Beyond the event itself, the Congress is expected to catalyse further enhancements to Abu Dhabi International Airport’s smart-queue system and could accelerate the long-mooted mutual-recognition arrangement that would allow Gulf Cooperation Council residents to enter the UAE using only their national ID. Businesses sending delegates should monitor bulletins from ICP’s dedicated microsite and register travel details in advance to benefit from streamlined entry.
For delegates needing assistance with the new Congress E-Permit or any other UAE visa category, the processing specialists at VisaHQ can manage applications end-to-end, ensuring forms are correctly completed and submitted on time. Their dedicated UAE portal (https://www.visahq.com/united-arab-emirates/) offers real-time status updates and expert support, making it easier for busy conference travellers to navigate the latest entry rules.
The Justice Ministry confirmed it is working with the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs & Port Security (ICP) to issue a bespoke ‘Congress E-Permit’ that integrates with e-gate biometrics at Abu Dhabi and Dubai airports. Holders will benefit from dedicated immigration counters and on-arrival PCR test waivers, mirroring protocols used during the World Governments Summit. For corporate security, legal-tech vendors and NGOs the Congress offers an unparalleled networking platform, but hotel blocks around ADNEC are already pricing at a 30 per cent premium. Mobility planners should secure accommodation early and account for road closures around the capital’s diplomatic district during the high-level segment. Key agenda items include emerging environmental crime, AI accountability in law enforcement and cross-border asset recovery—areas where the UAE has recently updated legislation and signed mutual legal-assistance treaties. Parallel youth and innovation forums will run to encourage next-generation solutions. Beyond the event itself, the Congress is expected to catalyse further enhancements to Abu Dhabi International Airport’s smart-queue system and could accelerate the long-mooted mutual-recognition arrangement that would allow Gulf Cooperation Council residents to enter the UAE using only their national ID. Businesses sending delegates should monitor bulletins from ICP’s dedicated microsite and register travel details in advance to benefit from streamlined entry.
