Entering Dubai:

Dubai’s location at the cross-roads of Europe, Asia and Africa makes for easy accessibility. London is seven hours away, Frankfurt six, Hong Kong eight and Nairobi four. Most European capitals and other major cities have direct flights to Dubai, many with a choice of operator. More than 80 airlines take advantage of Dubai’s open skies policy, and operate to and from Dubai International Airport to more than 130 destinations, making it one of the world’s busiest.

Dubai is the home base of Emirates, the award-winning international airline of the UAE, which operates scheduled services to more than 45 destinations. A $540 million expansion programme is currently under way to offer passengers a state-of-the-art terminal in the year 2000. Dubai International Airport has comprehensive facilities for people with physical disabilities.

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.

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.