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alcohol in the UAE

Alcohol Laws in the UAE Explained: What Is and Isn't Allowed

Posted on

26 June 2024

Here's everything you need to know, so you can enjoy your drinks legally.

As foreign expatriates or visitors in the UAE, it is important to be mindful of the emirates' predominantly Muslim culture and its Sharia law.

If you plan to buy, possess, or drink alcoholic beverages in the UAE, it's imperative to be aware of the country's rules. The local liquor law and norms also change depending on the emirate you are in, as Dubai's legal approach to alcohol can differ from Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, or Ras Al Khaimah's.

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List of Licensed Alcohol Stores in the UAE: Where to Buy Liquor

Posted on

26 July 2023

Where to buy alcohol in Dubai and the UAE

Your guide to the UAE's liquor stores.

Whether you're looking for a bottle to take to a friend's or to stock up at home for your next dinner party, you'll get much more out of a trip to one of the alcohol shops in Dubai and the UAE with their carefully curated selections and knowledgeable staff.

There are only a select few regulated liquor stores in the UAE where you can legally purchase alcoholic drinks.