Getting Solar Permits & Connections

This service enables DEWA enrolled Solar Consultants / Contractors are able to apply for Solar Permits & Connections through the system after uploading required documents and technical drawings, for obtaining Solar NOC, Solar Design approval, /Invoice of DEWA. Customers are also able to track the status of their applications and interact with DEWA during the project progress stages.

Service Category & Type

Subsidiary
Procedural

Customer Segment

Contractors
Consultants

Service Integrations

N/A

Service Partners

N/A

Package

N/A

Service Limitations

N/A

Notes

System will automatically generate application reference number (S-xxxxxx)
Application status can be tracked on-line/ Smart App
Technical discussion supports feature is available on DEWA website (www.dewa.gov.ae)

1. Affection Plan (REQUIRED ONLY IF PROJECT FALLING IN DUBAI FREEZONE AREAS)

2. Solar Module , Solar Inverter and Interface protection unit details to be furnished (If the product is not in DEWA List)*

3. Design assessment input form in excel format (.XLSX format only)*

4. Total connected load max. demand/MDB/SMDB etc... schedule incorporating existing load/KWh meters, proposed solar generation meter etc... (PDF format only) *

5. Single line diagram of proposed grid tie solar PV system indicating KWh meters, inverters, interface protection system, low voltage distribution system etc... (PDF format only) *

6. Site setting lay-out indicating the location of proposed solar panels, associated equipment, KWh metering etc... (PDF format only)

7. Production details( KWp and KWh annum.) (PDF format only) *

8. Installation details of proposed solar generation meter, PV panels ,inverters, MDBs/SMDBs etc... (PDF format only) *

9. Wiring lay-out and Sizing of PV system elements(string design, inverters, solar cables, breakers, etc...) (PDF format only) *

10. Explicit acceptance and agreement to the terms and Conditions of the Connection Agreement (PDF format only)”

Apply online through DEWA website
Notify for inspections:
- Stage-1: Without interconnection inspection
- Stage-2: with interconnection inspection
Submission of performance test report for the connection above 100KWp.

Free

24/7 through DEWA website (www.dewa.gov.ae)

Solar Permit: 11 Working days
Inspection:

Without Interconnection Inspection: 1 Working Day from the inspection requested date.

With Interconnection Inspection: 1 Working Day from the inspection requested date.

Issue invoice: 1 WD

Beneficiaries

Project Owner

Contractor / Consultant

1

Getting Service Information

Project Owner

I assign enrolled contractor/consultant.

Contractor / Consultant

I search for information related to Getting Solar Permits and Connections service.
* The information is received through the mandatory training undergone as a prerequisite, and through the publications and resources (standards and guidelines).

2

Applying for the Serivce

Contractor / Consultant

I log-in to DEWA Website and go to Getting Solar Permits & Connections service.
I fill-in service application and attach/upload all required documents and submit the application.
Upon submission, I receive a confirmation notification with application's reference number.

Applying Solar connection in DEWA Portal New

Solar Demonstration Video New

3

Interaction During Processing

Contractor / Consultant

Application Acceptance

I receive notification upon application acceptance/rejection/return.
* If rejected: I receive notification to submit a new application with correct/further information / documents and if needed I may request for technical discussion.
* If returned: I receive notification to re-submit the application with correct/further information / documents and if needed I may request for technical discussion.

Project Owner

Estimation & Payment (If Applicable)

I receive a notification once the estimate is ready, and I get the invoice/estimation.
I pay the required amount through any of DEWA available payment channels.
I receive payment confirmation notification.

Contractor / Consultant

Inspection (Without Inter-Connection)

Upon site readiness, I initiate the inspection request (Without Inter- Connection Inspection).
I receive notification with inspection date & time.
Once the inspection is done, I receive the inspection results on the same day (approved/snag list).
* If there are snags: I complete the snags/rectification works as per DEWA Inspection Notice and resubmit inspection request.

4

Completing Service Interaction

Contractor / Consultant

I receive a call from DEWA to confirm the date & time of meter installation.
I receive the meter and solar connection.
I submit the "With Inter-Connection" inspection request, once the inspection is done, I receive the inspection results (approved/receive snag list), then I submit performance test report.
* If there are snags: I complete the snags/rectification works as per DEWA Inspection Notice and resubmit inspection request.
* If the performance test report is returned: I submit the clarification or submit for retesting.
* Solar system greater than 100KW only require performance test to be carried, I get notified upon supply release.

Who can submit Getting Solar Permits & Connections Application?

Enrolled Solar Consultant and Contractor only

How can I submit a Getting Solar Permits & Connections application?

You can submit through DEWA system

To request for this service,>visit the ' Getting Solar Permits & Connections ' page.

Are any attachments required while submitting a Getting Solar Permits & Connections application?