United Arab Emirates is a very interesting exotic country, in which many people dream to get. Fans of overseas vacation here are attracted by sandy beaches and unspoiled underwater expanses, traditional oriental bazaars , delicious dishes of national cuisine and much more. However, before visiting the country, one should know how the safety of tourists is observed in the UAE.
The terrorist threat and criminality in the UAE
Experts regard the level of terrorist attacks in the country as low. Both special services and authorities reliably control all spheres of life in the Arab Emirates.
The country has street crime, but its level is insignificant:
- Even the most remote areas of the country are safe for tourists, but at night you should limit your walks in the old neighborhoods of Sharjah and Dubai .
- In all major cities of the UAE, the safety of local residents and tourists is guarded by many policemen who are fluent in English, so if necessary, you can turn to any guardian of order for help.
- But, paradoxically, it is the police that pose the main threat to tourists in the UAE, as it zealously monitors compliance with all laws of the country and, in case of violation, finishes immediately.
- In addition to the basic laws , in each of the emirates there are internal orders, which must also be fulfilled unconditionally. For example, in Sharjah, alcohol is prohibited.
How to avoid excessive communication with policemen in the UAE?
In order that tourists do not have conflicts with order-keepers, certain rules must be observed when visiting this country:
- You should not bring more alcohol through the border than permitted by their laws, the surplus is still confiscated;
- alcohol can be consumed only in a restaurant, bar or in a hotel room, and on the street even a closed bottle of beer will draw to you the attention of policemen with the subsequent imposition of a fine; Drinking alcohol on beaches is strictly prohibited;
- for the appearance on the street in a state of intoxication the tourist faces a fine and subsequent deportation;
- it is forbidden to photograph military installations, government buildings, as well as mansions hidden behind deaf fences; For this violation, a tourist may be detained;
- You can not threaten anyone and swear in a public place;
- For insulting a woman or flirting with her, according to the recently published law, a penalty of 60,000 dirhams (approximately $ 16,336) with possible subsequent deportation is presumed;
- litter on the streets of the UAE is prohibited, and for the fact that the driver throws garbage out of the car window, it can be fined 500 dirhams ($ 136), as much as you pay for the paper thrown by the urn;
- it is often possible to succumb to provocation by the UAE policemen: in the bar or at the discotheque you can be offered a narcotic drug for which you can be sent to prison for 2-5 years, and sellers and carriers of such goods can even be executed following a special order of the sheikh.
Safety of women on vacation in the UAE
The main rule for girls and women vacationing in the United Arab Emirates should be modesty and moderation in everything:
- clothes should not be challenging, it is especially important to observe it when visiting various religious attractions;
- sunbathing on all beaches of the UAE is prohibited;
- a woman should not get involved in conflicts, and in case of trouble, it is better to seek help from a hotel employee or a policeman;
- do not provoke conflicts between your European man and the Arab, it may just be a misinterpreted gesture or gaze by the Arabs;
- the wedding ring on your finger will help protect you from harassment of local men, as the institution of the family is very revered in Muslim society.
Safety and health
When you visit this country, remember the rules of personal hygiene:
- do not drink tap water;
- wash your hands frequently with running water;
- on the street wear a hat that protects you from the scorching sun, especially during the daytime from 11:00 to 14:00;
- in the first days of your stay in the UAE, do not forget to use sunscreen.