ICP Director General Inspects Development Projects at Al Madheef Border Crossing

H.E. Major General Suhail Saeed Al Khaili, Director General of the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security (ICP), conducted an inspection visit to Al Madheef Border Crossing in Al Ain, Abu Dhabi, on Wednesday, 28 October 2026, to review ongoing operations, assess the progress of infrastructure development projects, and inspect entry and exit checkpoints. The visit aimed to identify key strengths and areas for improvement, with a view to enhancing operational efficiency and facilitating the smooth movement of passengers and vehicles through the border crossing connecting the UAE and the Sultanate of Oman.

Accompanied by H.E. Major General Suhail Juma Al Khaili, Acting Director General of Citizenship, the ICP Director General was briefed on the latest developments in infrastructure projects at Al Madheef Border Crossing, including completion rates and progress on ongoing construction and development works.

The inspection tour covered several facilities and projects currently under construction or development, most notably the new inspection building, lane expansion works, signalling networks and electronic connectivity systems. The visit provided an opportunity to assess the progress of these projects and their readiness to support the border crossing’s operational requirements.

The visit also included an inspection of entry and exit checkpoints, where H.E. Major General Al Khaili observed passenger and vehicle movements and assessed traffic flow across the various lanes. He also reviewed screening and inspection procedures, as well as the processing of customs and security transactions, to evaluate the efficiency and speed of service delivery.

During the visit, H.E. Major General Suhail Saeed Al Khaili emphasised the importance of maintaining close coordination and regular follow-up with relevant authorities to ensure that projects are completed according to established plans and that any challenges affecting implementation are promptly addressed. He also highlighted the need to maintain uninterrupted operations and optimise the deployment of personnel across service counters and inspection checkpoints, particularly during peak hours. These measures, he noted, are essential to ensuring efficient service delivery, minimising congestion and maintaining the smooth flow of inbound and outbound traffic.