Skip to content
Quick Links
Member portal Insights Help Centre
en
  • There are no suggestions because the search field is empty.
Start Your Business

Dubai Diamond Exchange

One of the world’s leading diamond trading platforms

Home to more than 1,300 leading local and international gem enterprises and the only bourse in the GCC region affiliated with the World Federation of Diamond Bourses (WFDB), DMCC’s Dubai Diamond Exchange (DDE) is one of the world’s most important diamond trading platforms. 

img-dmcc-diamond-exchange

DDE is the only trading exchange for diamonds and coloured stones in the GCC and offers significant benefits for traders specialising in pearls, as well as other precious stones. Joining DDE isn't just a membership; it's a seal of prestige that connects you to the global market, ensuring trade security with trustworthy, ethically committed partners.

icon-circle-users

1,300+

Members

icon-circle-diamond

41

Diamond viewing stations

icon-circle-hand-coin

200+

Buyers per tender

DDE member benefits

Dispute Resolution Procedure and Fees

Tender Best Practice Forum

icon-diamond

Tenders & networking 

As a DDE member, you'll be the first to know about auctions, tenders, and essential industry happenings with priority alerts sent directly to you. You’ll be able to host your own tenders via the DDE tender facility.

Network with your peers at exclusive trade events and coffee club gatherings and get involved in prestigious international events like the biennial Dubai Diamond Conference.

icon-message-chat-circle

Mediation and arbitration

As a member of the World Federation of Diamond Bourses (WFDB), the DDE has authority to arbitrate and resolve disputes for members with verdicts withheld in other WFDB affiliated bourses.

icon-check-square

Compliance requirements

All DDE members are subject to stringent DMCC compliance procedures, including a declaration of compliance with the DDE Code of Business Conduct and DDE bylaws.

Diamond terminology guidelines 

The essential trade reference guide to using the correct terminology when referring to diamonds and synthetic diamonds. 

Download English Guideline

Download Arabic Guideline

Become a member

DDE membership is open to all local and international trading, manufacturing and jewellery companies, as well as those in the polishing of jewellery, pearls and precious stones trade.

Membership tiers
DDE membership is open to both DMCC members companies and non-DMCC members, as well as DDE Affiliated Industry Bodies.

Learn more about the various membership tiers available, as well as the cost of membership.

DDE events and tenders

The Dubai Diamond Exchange (DDE) tender facility hosts multiple tenders for some of the largest diamond producers in the world.

Trans Atlantic Gem Sales Rough Diamond Tender
18 Nov 2024 - 22 Nov 2024

Trans Atlantic Gem Sales Rough Diamond Tender

Tender
Diamonds
Stargems Rough Diamond Tender
23 Nov 2024 - 27 Nov 2024

Stargems Rough Diamond Tender

Tender
Diamonds

Corporate governance and compliance

DDE promotes the interests and development of trade in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). All members must abide by the DDE Code of Business Conduct and maintain the highest possible standards in the trade of precious stones.

DDE code of business conduct

Learn more about the key principles all DDE members must adhere to.

DDE by-laws

Learn more about the DDE’s corporate governance, membership types and requirements of being a member, and the arbitration process.

WDC SOW guidelines

Guide to industry self-regulation aimed at strengthening consumer confidence in diamonds whether in rough or polished form.

SOW updates - guidelines

Latest information and updates on WDC’s System of Warranties.

DDE Board

Learn more about DDE’s Executive Leadership Team.

DDE tender best practice code of conduct

Learn more about our code of conduct for members conducting diamond tenders and auctions.

View More View less

MyKYCBank platform

The DDE is the only trade body in the GCC that provides access to MyKYCBank, an industry-wide platform designed to simplify the KYC workload of its members, enhance transparency and reduce costs associated with managing compliance operations.

img-man-on-laptop

DDE international affiliates

As a valued member of key international industry organisations and associations, DDE is committed to ensuring the global trade in precious stones is conducted in an ethically responsible way. 

logo-wfdb

Executive Committee Member

World Federation of Diamond Bourses (WFDB)

WFDB is a federation of diamond bourses whose aim is to grow the international diamond industry in a sustainable and ethical manner.
logo-wdc

Board Member

World Diamond Council (WDC)

The WDC comprises of businesses and organisations engaged at every level of the global diamond market who are universally committed to eradicating trade in conflict diamonds.

logo-dpa

Member

Diamond Producers Association (DPA)

DPA was established by the world’s leading diamond companies to boost consumer awareness and demand for responsibly sourced diamonds.
logo-diamondfacts

Supporter

DiamondFacts

DiamondFacts is an independent new source that connects stakeholders including the World Diamond Council, Kimberley Process, Diamond Development Initiative, Diamond Producers Association, Diamond Empowerment Fund and Responsible Jewellery Council.
logo-ddi

Member

Diamond Development Initiative International (DDI)

DDI provides organisational and educational support to 10 miners' cooperatives in three provinces of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), which includes training on ethical mining best practices.
logo-rjc

Trade Associate Member

Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC)

RJC is a whole-of-supply chain standards initiative for the jewellery supply chain, from mine to retail. Members are committed to upholding responsible business practices across every facet of the supply chain.
logo-cibjo

Member

The World Jewellery Confederation, CIBJO

CIBJO represents stakeholders involved in the jewellery, gemstones and precious metals industries, from mine to marketplace.