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Ministerial Decision No. (82) of 2026
On the Adoption of the Technical Guide for the Mechanism of Calculating Increases in the Prices of Land
Transport, Handling, Customs Clearance, and Delivery Services in Line with Changes in Fuel Prices

The Minister of Economy and Tourism,
- Having reviewed Federal Law No. (1) of 1972 On the Competencies of Ministries and Powers of Ministers, as
amended,
- Federal Law No. (15) of 2020 On Consumer Protection, and its Executive Regulations,
- Federal Decree-Law No. (36) of 2023 Regulating Competition,
- Ministerial Decision No. (74) of 2026 On the Prohibition of Increasing Prices of Land Transport Services and
Port Operational Services During Emergency Circumstances,
- And in furtherance of the public interest, with the aim of ensuring market stability and preventing unjustified
price increases, and in light of the changes in fuel prices during the period from February to April 2026,

Decided :

Article (1)
Definitions

For the purpose of applying the provisions of this Decision, the following words and expressions shall have the meaning
assigned thereto, unless the context requires otherwise:
Ministry : Ministry of Economy and Tourism.
Competent Authorities : Federal and local government entities concerned with the enforcement of
the provisions of this Decision.
Technical Guide : The technical guide adopted pursuant to this Decision for the mechanism
of calculating increases in the prices of the covered services.
Covered Services : Land transport of goods, handling, storage and customs clearance services,
and delivery services, as specified in this Decision.
Service Providers : Any natural or legal person providing any of the covered services within the
State.

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Base Price : The actual price applied to the service during February 2026.
Fuel Price Change Percentage : The percentage change in fuel prices in April 2026 as compared to February
2026 compared to February 2026, calculated based on the difference
between the two prices.
Fuel Cost Share in Total Cost (Fuel
Weight)
: The percentage representing fuel costs out of the total operational cost,
reflecting the extent to which the cost structure depends on fuel as an
operational input.
Fuel Impact Percentage : The percentage reflecting the increase in the service price directly resulting
from changes in fuel prices, calculated in accordance with the mechanism
set out in the Technical Guide annexed to this Decision.

Article (2)
Scope of Application

The Technical Guide referred to in Article (1) of this Decision shall apply to the following services:
1. Land transport of goods services.
2. Handling, storage, and customs clearance services.
3. Delivery services, including food delivery and similar services.

Article (3)
Adoption of the Technical Guide

The “Technical Guide for the Mechanism of Calculating Increases in the Prices of Land Transport, Handling, Customs
Clearance, and Delivery Services in Line with Changes in Fuel Prices,” annexed hereto, shall be adopted pursuant to this
Decision.
Article (4)
Obligations of Service Providers
Service Providers shall comply with the following:
1. Adhere to the percentages and controls set out in the Technical Guide adopted pursuant to this Decision.
2. Not exceed the maximum prescribed increase.
3. Not impose any additional fees or charges unrelated to changes in fuel prices.
4. Disclose the price calculation mechanism upon request.




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Article (5)
Supervision and Monitoring

The Competent Authorities in the State, each within its respective jurisdiction, shall supervise the
implementation of the provisions of this Decision and, for such purposes, may undertake the following:
1. Monitor the prices of the covered services subject to this Decision.
2. Verify the compliance of Service Providers with the percentages and controls set out in the approved Technical Guide.
3. Request any data, documents, or clarifications necessary for monitoring the implementation of this Decision.
4. Receive and examine complaints from beneficiaries of the services.
5. Take the necessary actions against violators, in accordance with the applicable legislation in the State.

Article (6)
Penalties and Sanctions

The penalties and administrative sanctions stipulated in Federal Law No. (15) of 2020, as referred to above,
and its Executive Regulations, and Federal Decree-Law No. (36) of 2023, as the case may be, shall apply to any
person who violates the provisions of this Decision.

Article (7)
General Provisions

1. The prices of the covered services subject to this Decision may not be adjusted except in accordance with
the controls and mechanisms specified under this Decision and the Technical Guide.
2. The Base Price shall be adopted in accordance with prices prevailing in February 2026, and must be
substantiated in accordance with the controls set out in the Technical Guide.
3. No increases or elements unrelated to changes in fuel prices may be included in the price calculation.
4. The percentages specified in the Technical Guide shall be reviewed upon any subsequent change in fuel
prices, in accordance with what is determined by the Ministry.

Article (8)
Entry into Force and Publication

This Decision shall come into force as of the date of its issuance and shall be published in the Official Gazette.



Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri
Minister of Economy and Tourism
Issued on : 03/04/2026


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Technical Guide for the Mechanism of Calculating Increases in the Prices of Land Transport, Handling,
Customs Clearance, and Delivery Services in Line with Changes in Fuel Prices
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1. Introduction:
This Technical Guide, issued by the Ministry of Economy and Tourism, establishes a unified practical framework
for the mechanism of calculating increases in the prices of land transport, handling, customs clearance, and
delivery services, in light of the changes in fuel prices in the State, in accordance with the provisions of the
above-mentioned Ministerial Decision No. (82) of 2026.
The Guide sets out the approved methodology for calculating the impact of changes in fuel prices on the prices
of the covered services, in a manner that ensures a unified and transparent application among various Service
Providers, and enhances the clarity of pricing mechanisms in the market.
This Guide also serves as a technical reference for the supervisory authorities in monitoring compliance with
the regulating provisions, and for stakeholders in understanding and applying the approved controls, in a way
that contributes to supporting market stability and achieving a balance between the interests of the relevant
parties.

2. Objectives of the Guide:
This Guide aims to achieve the following:
- Establish a clear and unified methodology for calculating the impact of changes in fuel prices on the prices
of transport, logistics, and delivery services.
- Regulate the mechanism for price adjustment in a manner that ensures it is limited to the actual impact of
changes in fuel costs, excluding any other elements.
- Limit any unjustified increases in service prices, in a manner that enhances consumer protection.
- Enhance transparency in pricing mechanisms and enable beneficiaries to understand the components of
the price.
- Enable the supervisory authorities to apply the approved controls and verify the extent of Service
Providers’ compliance therewith.
- Support market stability and maintain a fair competitive environment among Service Providers.

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3. Regulatory Reference:
This Guide is based on the relevant legislative and regulatory frameworks, including the following:
- Federal Law No. (15) of 2020 on Consumer Protection, its Executive Regulations, any amendments thereto, and
all implementing decisions issued in execution thereof.
- Federal Decree-Law No. (36) of 2023 Regulating Competition, its Executive Regulations, any amendments thereto,
and all implementing decisions issued in execution thereof.
- Ministerial Decision No. (74) of 2026 On the Prohibition of Increasing Prices of Land Transport Services and Port
Operational Services During Emergency Circumstances.

4. Fundamental Principle:
The full increase in fuel prices may not be passed on to the consumer. The adjustment of service prices shall be limited
to the portion representing fuel costs within the total cost of the service.
Accordingly, price adjustments shall only be permitted within the limits of the actual impact of changes in fuel prices,
and no additional increases resulting from elements or costs unrelated to fuel may be included.
5. Approved Formula:
The new service price shall be calculated in accordance with the following formula:
New Price = Base Price × (1 + Fuel Impact Percentage)
Where:
Fuel Impact Percentage in the final price = Fuel Cost Share in the total cost of the service × Fuel Price Change
Percentage in the State.
No additional elements may be included in the formula.

6. Determination of the Base Price:
- The service price prevailing in February 2026 shall be adopted as the approved Base Price for the purposes of
applying this Guide.
- The Service Provider must substantiate the Base Price through official documents, including :
• Invoices.
• Contracts.
• Approved operational records.
- Any adjustment to the price shall not be considered unless it is supported by official documents and justified
in accordance with the approved controls.



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7. Approved Increase Percentages (Regulatorily Binding):
The maximum permitted increase percentages for the prices of the services covered shall be determined and
calculated in accordance with the formula set out in this Guide, as follows :
a. Land Transport Services (Diesel):
- Fuel price change (Diesel): 86%
- Fuel weight: 35% – 40%
- Maximum permitted increase: 35%.
b. Handling, Storage, and Customs Clearance Services (Diesel):
- Fuel price change (Diesel): 86%
- Fuel cost share ranges between (9.3% – 19.8%).
- Maximum permitted increase: 17%.
c. Delivery Services (Petrol – depending on petrol type):
- Fuel price change (Petrol): (30% – 40%).
- Fuel weight: (33% – 37.5%).
- Maximum permitted increase: 15%.
8. Illustrative Example:
To clarify the calculation mechanism, the following example demonstrates the application of the approved formula:
- Base service price (February 2026): AED 1,000
- Service type: Land transport
- Fuel cost share: 40%
- Diesel price change: 86%

Calculation of Fuel Impact Percentage:
40% × 86% = 35% (rounded)
Calculation of the permitted new price:
1,000 × (1 + 0.35) = AED 1,350
Accordingly, any price exceeding AED 1,350 shall constitute a violation of the provisions of this Guide and the
Decision.
9. Regulatory Notes:
- The mechanism set out in this Guide shall be binding for the purposes of monitoring and inspection.
- This Guide shall be adopted as a technical reference in the relevant verification, inspection, and investigation
procedures.
- The percentages and controls set out in this Guide shall be reviewed upon any change in fuel prices, in
accordance with what is determined by the Ministry.

Original signed by
Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri
Minister of Economy and Tourism