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Dog Licensing & Animal Control
Apply for new dog licences, renew registrations, manage licence information, and access animal control services online.
Requirements
All dogs within GCC jurisdiction must be licensed
Renewal Period
All dogs within GCC jurisdiction must be registered and licensed
Maximum Dogs
Residents may keep up to two dogs without special approval
Microchipping
Microchipping is recommended for identification and recovery
Dog Licensing Services
Access dog licensing applications, renewals, verification services, and permit-related information through the GCC Digital Services Portal.
Apply for a New Licence
Register a dog for the first time within GCC jurisdiction.
Before You Begin
Applicants should have:
- Omang or passport details
- physical address information
- dog information and breed details
- vaccination information (if available)
Renew an Existing Licence
Renew an active or expired GCC dog licence.
Before You Begin
Applicants should have:
- existing licence number
- owner identification details
- updated contact information
- current dog information
Additional Dog Application
Apply to keep more than the standard permitted number of dogs within GCC jurisdiction.
Before You Begin
Applicants should have:
- existing licence information
- property and address details
- reasons for additional dog ownership
- dog information for all animals kept
Licence Verification
Verify a GCC dog licence using a licence number or QR reference.
Before You Begin
Users should have:
- licence number
OR - QR verification reference