📝"The 2026 SIRA Compliance Guide: Passing Your Dubai CCTV Audit"

For any business operating in Dubai, SIRA (Security Industry Regulatory Agency) compliance is not just about safety—it is a legal prerequisite for your trade license. As we move through 2026, the technical standards have become even more precise.

Here is everything you need to know to ensure your security system passes the SIRA Audit and stays compliant.

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1. Mandatory Technical Specifications (2026 Update)

Security services in the UAE now prioritize "technical accuracy." To pass your audit, your hardware must meet these baseline standards:

Resolution: Minimum 1080p Full HD is the baseline, though 4K Ultra HD is now highly recommended (and often mandatory for high-security sectors like banks and jewelry shops).

Storage Duration: Standard commercial entities must provide a minimum of 31 days of recorded footage. High-risk establishments may require up to 90 days.

Frame Rate: Recordings must maintain at least 25 Frames Per Second (fps) to ensure smooth motion capture.

Monitor Specs: SIRA now strictly prohibits the use of standard television screens. You must use dedicated Surveillance Monitors designed for 24/7 operation.

2. Critical Camera Placement Zones

A common reason for audit failure is "blind spots." TNC Gulf ensures 100% coverage of:

All Entry/Exit Points: Including emergency exits and service elevators.

Cashier/Point of Sale (POS): High-detail cameras must be focused on transaction areas.

Reception & Waiting Areas: To capture identification-grade footage of all visitors.

Server Rooms: Protecting the recording device (NVR/DVR) itself.

3. The SIRA AMC (Annual Maintenance Contract)

The law requires that your system is maintained by a SIRA-certified company.

Logbook Maintenance: You must keep a physical or digital logbook of all maintenance activities.

System Health Checks: Regular audits of hard drive health, camera focus, and network stability are mandatory.

TNC Gulf Advantage: Our AMC packages include automatic portal updates, ensuring your SIRA dashboard is always green.

4. Why SIRA Audit Failures Happen

Hidden Cameras: SIRA requires cameras to be visible. Covert cameras require special permits.

Poor Lighting: Lack of Wide Dynamic Range (WDR) or Infrared (IR) capability in low-light conditions.

Unapproved Brands: Using hardware that hasn't been vetted for the UAE market.