Can you drink in your room in Dubai?

It is important to declare the alcohol at the customs checkpoint upon arrival and to keep the receipts for any alcohol purchased outside of the airport. Remember, it is illegal to drink alcohol in public places in Dubai, so consuming alcohol in your hotel room or private residence is the only permitted option.



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While it is not illegal for unmarried couples to stay together in a hotel, it is important to respect the local customs and traditions. Avoid any public displays of affection, as this may be considered inappropriate. Remember, it's always better to err on the side of caution and show respect for the local culture.

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Alcohol prices are notoriously high in Dubai, with pints costing around 45 AED (€11) in many hotel bars.

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Premarital relationships and cohabitation are generally not accepted. However, most hotels in Dubai do allow unmarried couples to book the same room. This is an open secret that is unofficially tolerated by authorities. That said, it's best to book a room in advance as a couple and be discreet during your stay.

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Swearing and making rude gestures (including online) are considered obscene acts and offenders can be jailed or deported. Take particular care when dealing with the police and other officials. Public displays of affection are frowned upon, and there have been several arrests for kissing in public.

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Gender equality is of paramount importance in the UAE, and the Constitution of the UAE guarantees equal rights for both men and women. Under the Constitution, women enjoy the same legal status, claim to titles, access to education, the right to practice professions, and the right to inherit property as men.

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Smoking in closed public spaces, parks, beaches, buses, metro stations and residential areas. Smoking shisha at places other than licensed parlours. Bans on tobacco-related products. E-cigarettes and vaping are banned in Dubai.

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