Is Dubai strict on clothing?

While there is no official dress code as such, modesty is appreciated and it is advisable to dress conservatively when in public places. The culture and customs of Dubai are based on Islamic traditions and practices.



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While there is no official dress code as such, modesty is appreciated and it is advisable to dress conservatively when in public places. The culture and customs of Dubai are based on Islamic traditions and practices.

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Therefore given below are some important rules for people visiting Dubai for the first time.
  • Important Rules:
  • Wear appropriate clothes: ...
  • Restrictions in the month of Ramadan: ...
  • Prohibition of loud music: ...
  • Reserve your tickets for Burj Khalifa: ...
  • Never Swear: ...
  • Avoid summers of Dubai: ...
  • No casino in Dubai:


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Even chewing gum in public places is prohibited. Regardless of the religion, one should not do much or slurp in public while the Muslims in the city are fasting from dawn to dusk. However, you can definitely consume freely within the premises of your hotel.

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Banned items include, but are not limited to:
  • controlled/recreational drugs and narcotic substances.
  • pirated content.
  • counterfeit currency.
  • items used in black magic, witchcraft or sorcery.
  • publications and artwork that contradict or challenge Islamic teachings and values.
  • gambling tools and machines.


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Can you bring a girl to hotel room? Yes, you definitely can stay with your gf in a hotel. There is no such rule that stops you stay in hotel together. May be some hotels ask for you ID to check you guys for your good.

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Yes, women can wear shorts in Dubai as long as they are not too short. You can wear them at beaches or malls but you should avoid them at local markets and souks. It is mandatory in the water parks to wear any kind of swimwear. If the shorts fulfill the criteria of swimwear, it should not be a problem at all.

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Dubai rules for women
  • Bikinis are okay but only at beaches. ...
  • Do not display affection in public. ...
  • Do not drink alcohol in public. ...
  • Cover your head when entering religious places. ...
  • Carry contraceptives. ...
  • You cannot cross-dress in Dubai.


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V-neck t-shirts or buttoned shirts are highly advised. Swimsuits and bikinis are also not a great choice unless you're at the beach. Women should not wear clothes that reveal the cleavage too much. Any show of cleavage is frowned upon in Dubai.

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In fact, you will find them everywhere in Dubai (Pharmacies, supermarkets, etc.). In case you are wondering (and I think you are since you asked this question), condoms are not a problem for both the Islamic and the Arabian cultures.

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In Dubai, holding hands, hugging, and kissing in public is considered socially unacceptable and if caught indulging in such acts, you might land up in jail. Many foreigners have already suffered the consequences. Do not join the bandwagon. This is considered one of the most important things not to do in Dubai.

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