Memberships

Joining the ABC


Why join?

Whether you are a company looking to build your brand awareness and business generation, or an individual looking to build your network, by the joining the Australian Business Council Dubai you will gain access to an engaged, dynamic and friendly community.

  • Business networking opportunities with contacts from over 50 industry sectors
  • Australian community networking opportunities
  • Assistance with links to key industry and government bodies in the UAE and GCC
  • Representing the views and interests of members to government departments and other organisations in the UAE
  • Trade and Business forums
  • Engaging Calendar of Business and Social events
  • Online Membership Directory
  • Access to the 'John Dory' e-newsletters
  • The opportunity to contribute business related articles within the 'John Dory'
  • The opportunity to distribute your message to the ABCD members and community at subsidized price
  • Member Benefits, discounts including specific fares on the Emirates network


Who can join?

The ABC offers a range of individual and corporate categories of membership to the business community in Dubai. To apply for membership, you need to be eligible on at least 1 of the following categories:

  • Australian citizens and their partners
  • Alumni of Australian universities in the UAE
  • Australian citizens who do not reside in the UAE
  • Local branch of an Australian company
  • An agent of an Australian company
  • Companies who have business relationships with Australia
  • Companies or individuals who are looking to market their goods and services to the Australian community in Dubai.
  1. Individual
  2. Corporate
  • Individual
    Duration
    12 months
    Package price
    د.إ476.19

    Individual Membership


    Individual membership is the easiest way to join the Australian Business Council (ABC) community. It provides a wonderful introduction to other members and opens opportunities for developing your networks, both professional and personal in the UAE.


    • 1 x individual membership with the ABC for 12 months from date of joining
    • Your personal profile in the ABC Membership Directory 
    • Member priced tickets to all ABC organised events
    • Access to members only and free for members events
    • Access to all our fantastic member benefits, including discounted flights with Emirates
    • Ability to vote at ABC meetings and board elections
    • Plenty of opportunities to meet other likeminded people in the UAE


    Suitable for 

    • Individuals over the age of 30 and living in the UAE, who would like to connect with other ABC members and the community
    Apply
  • Under 30 | Undergraduate
    Duration
    12 months
    Package price
    د.إ300

    Under 30 | Undergraduate


    This category is designed as an affordable individual entry point to the Australian Business Council (ABC) for those beginning their professional journey. 

    • 1 x individual membership with the ABC for 12 months from date of joining
    • Your personal profile in the ABC Membership Directory 
    • Member priced tickets to all ABC organised events
    • Access to members only and free for members events
    • 1 vote at ABC meetings and board elections
    • Access to all our fantastic member benefits, including discounted flights with Emirates (originating from UAE only)
    • Access to all our electronic updates in regard to the business happenings in Dubai

     

    Suitable for:

    • For those who are under the age of 30 or still studying for an undergraduate degree at an Australian University in Dubai. It provides a platform to connect with other ABC members and the community.
    Apply
  • Outside UAE
    Duration
    12 months
    Package price
    د.إ300

    Outside UAE Membership


    Outside UAE membership is a good way to join the Australian Business Council (ABC) community. It provides a wonderful introduction to other members and opens opportunities for developing your networks, both professional and personal.


    • 1 x individual membership with the ABC for 12 months from date of joining
    • Your personal profile in the ABC Membership Directory 
    • Member priced tickets to all ABC organised events
    • Access to members only and free for members events
    • Access to all our fantastic member benefits, including discounted flights with Emirates
    • Ability to vote at ABC meetings and board elections
    • Plenty of opportunities to meet other likeminded people in the UAE


    Suitable for 

    • Individuals living outside of the UAE, who would like to connect with other ABC members and the community
    Apply

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