The UAE is a global destination for millions of expats, who come from all walks of life, with varying cultures, religions, beliefs and way of life.
Before the new changes that were affected by the Federal Decree By-Law No. 15 of 2020, and subsequently, by the Federal Decree-Law No. 31/2021 on the Issuance of the Crimes and Penalties Law (the UAE Penal Code), it was illegal to consume alcohol without a valid permit.
Foreign expatriates residing or visiting UAE must always be aware of the rules and regulations of the country in order to avoid detention.
According to the criminal law in Dubai it is illegal to consume alcohol without a validly issued permit.
It is important to note that the penalties for breaching any of the following licensing laws is a jail term and can be combined with deportation in some cases.
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