Becoming an Arbitrator – Main International Arbitration Centres in the Gulf

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Overview

This Table offers an overview and direct access to information regarding membership application for arbitrators to the main international arbitration centres in the Gulf.

Practical Guidance

Gulf Council Cooperation

Arbitral Body

Arbitrators

Gulf Cooperation Council Commercial Arbitration Centre (GCCCAC)

Application Form

United Arab Emirates

Arbitral Body	Arbitrators
Dubai
Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Dispute Resolution Center (TAG-Resolution)	N.A
Dubai International Arbitration Centre (DIAC)	Application Form Online Application Form
International Islamic Centre for Reconciliation and Arbitration (IICRA)	Application Form Online Application
Sharjah
Tahkeem Sharjah International Commercial Arbitration Center	Application Form
Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi Commercial Conciliation & Arbitration Centre (ADCCAC)	N.A
Abu Dhabi International Arbitration Centre (arbitrateAD)	Online Application
Ras Al-Khaimah
Ras Al-Khaimah Commercial and Arbitration Center (ICC UAE)	N.A
DIFC
DIFC-LCIA Arbitration Centre	N.A
ADGM
Abu Dhabi Global Market Arbitration Centre (ADGMAC)