FAQ

The cost of ISO certification in UAE depends on your company size, scope, and the standard you’re pursuing (ISO 9001, 14001, or 45001). At GIQAC, we offer transparent, competitive pricing with a free initial consultation to assess your requirements before quoting..

Estidama is Abu Dhabi’s green building rating system, required for construction and development projects in the emirate. GIQAC provides end-to-end Estidama and green building consulting to help you achieve Pearl Rating compliance efficiently.

Tadweer requires businesses in Abu Dhabi to report and manage waste responsibly under UAE regulations. GIQAC helps companies meet Tadweer reporting requirements through waste audits, documentation support, and ongoing compliance guidance.

ISO 9001 certification typically takes 4–8 weeks depending on your organization’s readiness and documentation. GIQAC’s structured audit and training process helps UAE businesses achieve certification quickly and cost-effectively.

Starting May 2025, UAE entities must report Scope 1 and 2 emissions annually through MOCCAE, with full compliance required by May 2026. GIQAC’s GHG reporting services help Abu Dhabi businesses stay ahead of this mandate.

In-Country Value (ICV) certification is required to bid on contracts with ADNOC, Aldar, and other UAE government-linked entities. GIQAC provides full ICV certification and score-improvement consultancy across the UAE.

ISO 9001 focuses on quality management systems, while ISO 14001 focuses on environmental management. Many UAE businesses pursue both together — GIQAC offers integrated certification packages to save time and cost.

Yes, GIQAC serves clients across the UAE including Dubai, Sharjah, and Ajman, alongside our core Abu Dhabi operations

Yes. A full-service Estidama engineering consultancy manages both the Pearl Design Rating (documentation submitted before construction) and the Pearl Construction Rating (confirming on-site compliance after completion).

An Estidama engineering consultancy guides developers, architects, and contractors through the Pearl Rating System compliance process — from early-stage design strategy through to construction-phase audits and final certification submission.

The process runs in parallel with your project’s design and construction timeline. The design rating submission is typically made at the building permit stage; the construction rating is submitted upon project completion. Your consultant manages both to align with your project schedule.

While not always legally mandated, Estidama Pearl Rating compliance is required for construction approval in Abu Dhabi. The complexity of the PRS documentation and submission process makes qualified consultancy practically essential for any project.