H.E. Rashed Lahej Al Mansoori
Director General
The General Administration of Abu Dhabi Customs plays a pivotal role in solidifying Abu Dhabi's status as a global hub for trade and business. Through an integrated and forward-looking approach, we align with Abu Dhabi’s rapid sectoral growth and contribute to the UAE’s sustainable economic development, guided by our visionary leadership.
Abu Dhabi Customs is committed to advancing the UAE government's vision and Abu Dhabi’s directives by implementing its 2024–2028 strategic plan. This roadmap aims to establish leadership among customs authorities both locally and globally by enhancing customer experience, positioning Abu Dhabi as the preferred trade destination, increasing revenue collection, driving economic growth and competitiveness, and ensuring community security through effective compliance and risk management. It also prioritises innovation, sustainability, and excellence in shaping the future of customs operations through professional talent development and leveraging advanced technologies to achieve digital leadership.
From this perspective, we at Abu Dhabi Customs affirm our commitment to establishing our vision as a World-Class Customs Authority. We work confidently with partners to facilitate legitimate and secure trade using the latest innovations and digital future technologies, particularly blockchain, artificial intelligence, and machine learning. We implement a coordinated border management system, strengthen partnerships and cooperation in trade facilitation, and utilise data analysis and insights generation to enhance customs operations' efficiency, support services, and improve customer experience.