All Alliance members must agree to the Alliance Membership Agreement which is detailed in the ‘Terms & Conditions’ and ‘Code of Conduct’. Using the links below please ensure to read, download and save them for future reference. By ticking the box below, you are agreeing on behalf of your agency to the terms detailed in the Alliance Middle East Membership Agreement.
This Membership Agreement (“Agreement”) is entered into between:
Alliance of Independent Agencies Middle East LLC, a company duly incorporated in Meydan Free Zone, Dubai, United Arab Emirates, holding Trade Licence No. 2644739.01, with its registered address at Meydan Grandstand, 6th Floor, Meydan Road, Nad Al Sheba, Dubai, UAE (“Alliance Middle East”, “we”, “us”, or “our”);
AND
The agency or individual whose details are provided in the membership application and accepted by Alliance Middle East (“Member”).
This Agreement governs the Member’s participation in Alliance Middle East and is legally binding upon acceptance.
1.1 This Agreement incorporates:
1.2 Acceptance occurs upon:
1.3 Electronic acceptance constitutes a legally binding contract under applicable UAE and DIFC law.
1.4 The Member warrants that:
2.1 In this Agreement, unless the context otherwise requires:
2.2 Headings are for convenience only and shall not affect interpretation.
3.1 Membership is limited to independent agencies that:
3.2 Acceptance is at the sole discretion of Alliance Middle East.
3.3 Nothing in this Agreement creates a partnership, joint venture, employment, or agency relationship.
4.1 Membership is granted for an initial 12-month fixed term (“Initial Term”).
4.2 Membership shall automatically renew for successive 12-month periods unless the Member provides written notice of cancellation at least 30 days prior to the renewal date.
4.3 Alliance Middle East may issue renewal reminders prior to expiry.
4.4 Alliance Middle East may reassess eligibility upon renewal.
5.1 Membership fees are payable:
5.2 Fees are exclusive of VAT and any applicable taxes. VAT shall be added where required under applicable UAE law.
5.3 Annual Membership fees are payable in full in advance.
5.4 Where a monthly payment plan is offered, such arrangement does not reduce the Member’s obligation to complete the full twelve (12) month Membership Term.
5.5 Membership shall commence only upon receipt of cleared funds for the applicable initial payment, whether the full annual fee or the first monthly instalment. Onboarding, profile creation, access to events, training, community platforms, and all other Membership benefits shall only be activated following confirmed receipt of such payment.
5.6 Failure to make payment in accordance with the agreed payment terms constitutes a material breach and may result in:
6.1 Membership fees are non-refundable once the Membership Term has commenced, except where termination arises from material breach by Alliance Middle East.
Membership benefits are:
Members must comply with:
Breach may result in immediate termination without refund.
9.1 Alliance Middle East shall exercise reasonable skill and care in providing Services.
9.2 No guarantee is made as to commercial outcomes, profitability, or business success.
9.3 Services may be modified, enhanced, or withdrawn at reasonable discretion.
9.4 Failure by the Member to utilise Services shall not entitle the Member to any refund, credit, or compensation.
10.1 Event access may be included in Membership or offered at preferential rates.
10.2 Attendance is subject to capacity, advance registration, and compliance with event-specific rules.
10.3 Alliance Middle East may amend, reschedule, or cancel events where reasonably necessary without liability.
11.1 All intellectual property remains the exclusive property of Alliance Middle East and/or its licensors.
11.2 No rights are granted except as expressly provided.
12.1 Alliance Middle East acts as a Data Controller under UAE Federal Decree-Law No. 45 of 2021 (PDPL).
12.2 We process personal data for:
12.3 Lawful basis for processing includes:
12.4 Categories of data collected may include:
12.5 Data may be shared with:
12.6 Personal data may be transferred outside the UAE where necessary for service delivery, subject to appropriate safeguards.
12.7 Data is retained only for as long as necessary for contractual, regulatory, and legitimate business purposes.
12.8 Members have the right to:
12.9 Data protection queries may be directed to: Hello@allindependentagenciesme.org
13.1 Alliance Middle East may terminate immediately for:
13.2 Termination does not affect accrued rights.
14.1 To the fullest extent permitted by DIFC Law, Alliance Middle East shall not be liable for indirect, consequential, incidental, or economic losses.
14.2 Liability shall not exceed the Membership fees paid during the relevant Membership Term.
14.3 Nothing in this Agreement limits liability for:
The Member shall indemnify Alliance Middle East against claims arising from breach or misuse of Services.
Neither party shall be liable for delay or failure due to events beyond reasonable control.
Alliance Middle East may amend this Agreement by providing at least 30 days’ written notice. Continued Membership after that date constitutes acceptance.
18.1 This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with DIFC Law.
18.2 The Courts of the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) shall have exclusive jurisdiction over disputes arising out of or in connection with this Agreement.
This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties and supersedes prior discussions or representations.