There is no restriction on the amount of cash that you may carry.
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Passengers departing from or arriving in the UAE and carrying cash, or financial instruments exceeding AED 60,000 or an equivalent amount in other currencies are required to declare it to the customs authorities. You may not bring certain items into the UAE; restrictions apply on other items.
In the UAE, credit and debit cards are widely accepted except for the smaller shops and markets where cash would be the preferred payment method. Some of the best travel money cards include debit, credit and prepaid cards.
Debit and Credit Cards:Credit and debit cards are one of the best ways to carry foreign currency. From saving space in your purse to saving the hassle of converting the money, it is convenient as it also saves you from losses through theft.
Tipping in restaurantsWhen dining at restaurants in Dubai, it is customary to tip between 10-15 percent of the bill as a gesture of appreciation for the service provided. However, just make sure you check the bill first, as some restaurants include a service charge.
You can fly with any amount of cash. No law prohibits you from bringing any amount of money on a flight. Likewise, TSA has no rules that limit how much money you can bring through security.
Anything above 15 percent of the bill amount will be larger than necessary to pay in Dubai. Those receiving it might even look at you in surprise. A 10 or 20 AED tip is a good tip in most cases.
Credit cards oil the wheels of daily life in Dubai and can be used at all malls and major restaurants. Cash comes in for smaller purchases like coffee, taxi rides, and inexpensive items in the tourist souks. Try to always carry some smaller bills, as nobody ever seems to have change.