Welcome to Emirates Philately Club

Stamps have often been described as 'the visiting cards of nations'. In many ways they reflect the history of their countries, convey the sensation of travel to faraway places, depict strange landscapes and tell of the customs of many races. Many stamp designs portray famous people, provide information on historical events and of the progress of science, and other times tell us about art and architecture. 

Stamps of the UAE depict important subjects such as heritage, culture, environment protection, marine and wildlife, sport and many other national and international events.

Stamp collecting is a fascinating and educational hobby, for adults and children alike.  Emirates Post provides special services for philatelists in the UAE.

How to collect stamps?

There are no hard and fast rules for stamp-collecting. You may choose to collect stamps from a particular country. Alternatively, you may decide to collect stamps that depict a particular topic such as football or rare animals. The most important thing to remember is that stamp-collecting should be fun! 

There are numerous books and websites that will provide valuable information about the hobby of stamp-collecting. Read as much as you can to learn about the history of stamp-collecting; understand stamp-collecting terminology; decide what tools you require to help with your new-found hobby and discover how the value of a stamp can change depending on the condition and the rarity of the stamp.

How to become a member?

• Fill in an application form (downloadable from this website)
• Sign it and return it with your payment to the Stamp Club.
• Stamps equal to the value of your deposit amount will then be sent free of charge to your home anywhere in the world by free registered mail.
• You can order as few, or as many, stamps as you like; a minimum order quota does not apply.
• Refunds for Dhs 10 or less will be paid in stamps.

What are the Membership Benefits?

• The great thing about the Stamp Club is that you only pay for the face value of the items you purchase. Handling and postage is completely free.
• If you are not entirely satisfied with the stamps you have ordered you can return them to us within 30 days; tell us which stamps you would like instead and we will send the replacements you have requested immediately.
• You can cancel your membership at any time.
• Refunds for larger amounts will be made by cheque.

Where are the Philatelic Centre Locations?

• Abu Dhabi Central Post Office
• Dubai Central Post Office
• Dubai International Airport Transit Lounge Counter
• Deira Main Post Office
• City Centre Post Office Counter
• Sharjah Central Post Office
• Ras Al Khaimah Central Post Office
• Al Fujairah Central Post Office

How payment can be made? 
Once your initial deposit is exhausted you will be notified and can then add more to your account as you see fit. You can pay by cash, cheque or credit card. 

Cash, cheques, bankers' drafts and credit card payment requests should be sent to the following address:

Emirates Post

Philatelic Department 
P.O. Box 99999
Dubai, UAE
Tel:  +971 4 2031250
Fax: +971 4 2031228
E-mail - philatelic@emiratespost.ae

Please send all cheques or bankers' drafts by registered post only to our Account Number 0100000347 for inland and 0108004572 for international, with the Commercial Bank of Dubai Ltd. A fixed exchange rate is charged (US$1 - AED 3.65).

What is the Philatelic Centre’s Working Hours?

Philatelic offices are open in Dubai Central Post Office and Abu Dhabi Central Post Office and the transit hall at Dubai International Airport at appropriate times with extended working hours.

• Abu Dhabi central Post Office - from 7.30 am to 2.30 pm (Saturday - Thursday)

• Philatelic Office in Dubai Central Post Office - from 7.30 am to 2.30 pm (Saturday - Thursday)

• Philatelic Office in the transit hall at Dubai International Airport is open 24 hours a day.

• Philatelic Office in Sharjah Central Post Office - from 7.30 am to 2.30 pm (Saturday - Thursday)

• Fujairah Central Post Office - from 8.00 am to 2.00 pm (Saturday - Thursday)

• Ras Al Khaimah Central Post Office - from 8.00 am to 2.00 pm (Saturday - Thursday)

What are the Emirates Stamp Club categories?

Stamps have often been described as 'the visiting cards of nations'. In many ways they reflect the history of their countries, convey the sensation of travel to faraway places, depict unique landscapes and tell of the customs of many races.

There are a lot of categories to which you can subscribe:

1- Definitive Stamps
Definitive stamps are used as fees for postal services. They are printed in large quantities and available in all post offices and postal agencies.

2- Commemorative/Special Stamps 
These stamps are issued to commemorate a particular event and special occasions locally and internationally. These stamps are printed in limited quantities and available for a limited period only. They are sold at post offices and Philatelic bureaus.

What are the other issues?

1- First Day Cover
It is an envelope issued bearing the images stamps and souvenir sheets and cancelled with a special cancellation seal.  It is issued on the first day of issue.

2- Stamp Booklet

A booklet that contains a set of stamps with an attractive cover.

3- Stamp Year Pack
It is a collection of stamps issued during the year in one book, which makes it a valuable and attractive gift, and is available in the offices that provide Philatelic services. 

4- Souvenir Sheet
It is issued for special and commemorative subjects in limited quantities and is available in Philatelic bureaus.

5- Stationery for stamp collectors
Stationery is provided for stamp collectors, including stamp tongs, magnifiers, albums, and perforation gauge. These are available in the Philatelic bureaus.

6- Post Cards (Greeting Cards)

Issued on special occasions in limited quantities. These are available in the Philatelic bureaus.