About Dubai UAE

Dubai Geography:
The second largest of the seven emirates which make up the United Arab Emirates, Dubai is located on the southern shore of the Arabian Gulf. It has an area of some 3,900 square kilometres. Outside the city itself, the emirate is sparsely inhabited and characterised by desert vegetation.

Dubai Economy: Oil contributes just 20 per cent of economic production. Trading, manufacturing and services — including tourism — now dominate the economy.

Dubai Local Time: The UAE is four hours ahead of GMT.

Health requirements: No health certificates are required for entry to Dubai, but it is always wise to check before departure, as health restrictions may vary depending upon the situation at the time.



Customs Duty-free allowances: 1- 4 liters Spirits (any kind of alcohol) (1000 ml each liter) In case that a passenger wants to buy beer it will be 24 cans (every 6 cans equivalent to 1 liter spirit) 2- 400 pieces of cigarettes (which is equivalent to 2 boxes) 3- 2 Kilos of Tobacco (any kind of snuffing or chewing tobacco is not allowed) 4- Cigars which is equivalent to Dhs. 3000 (Three Thousands Dirhams) maximum which is for personal use. 5- Perfumes or any other gifts which is equivalent to 3000 (Three Thousands Dirhams) maximum which is for personal use. 6- Currency below 40,000 Dhs. or equivalent of this amount in other currencies, other wise he should declare to Customs Office in arrival section the exact amount he carry it.

Dubai Climate: Dubai has a sub-tropical, arid climate. Sunny, blue skies can be expected most of the year. Rainfall is infrequent and irregular, falling mainly in winter.Temperatures range from a low of about 10.5°C/50°F to a high of 48°C/118°F. The mean daily maximum is 24°C/75.2°F in January rising to 41°C/105.8°F in July.

Language: The official language is Arabic but English is widely spoken and understood. Both languages are commonly used in business and commerce.

Religion: Islam is the official religion of the UAE and there are a large number of mosques throughout the city. Other religions are respected and Dubai has two Christian churches, St Mary’s (Roman Catholic) and Holy Trinity (Inter-denominational).


Useful Tips:
Do not sit in such a way that the soles of your feet are pointing at someone else.
In Ramadan, never eat, drink or smoke in public during daylight hours.
Do not take photographs of military installations or national women.
Never drink alcohol in public.