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Know About Dubai - Things You Should Know Before Go

First time travelling to Dubai with some questions in mind, we have tried to give answers to most of the frequently asked questions about Dubai.

Know About Dubai - Things You Should Know Before Go

Q. What Country Owns Dubai?

UAE is the country that owns Dubai.

Q. Why Is Dubai Famous?

Dubai is famous for its Burj Khalifa world’s tallest skyscraper. 

Q. What Was Dubai Called Before?

Dubai was called Dubbey before.

Q. What Language Is Spoken In Dubai?

Arabic is the official language of Dubai but English is a widely spoken language.

Why Is Dubai So Rich?

Dubai is so rich because of the production of goods and provision of services related to petroleum, petrochemicals, aluminium and cement.

Q. Is Dubai A Free Country?

YES, Dubai is a free country with zero taxes on imports & export, zero property tax, and zero income tax. etc.

Q. Can You Drink In Dubai?

YES, you can drink in Dubai but only at home and in licensed venues.

Q. What Is The Famous Food In Dubai?

Harees is one of the famous food in Dubai.

Q. Is Dubai The Richest Country In The World?

NO, Dubai is not a country but Dubai is one of the richest cities in the world.

Q. What Are People From Dubai Called?

Dubaians are the people from Dubai and Emirati as they are from UAE.

How Much Does It Cost To Live In Dubai?

3,559 AED is the average cost of living in Dubai. 

Q. Can You Speak English In Dubai?

YES, you can.

Q. How Do You Say Hello In Dubai?

Marhaba is the Arabic word for hello. 

Q. Is It Easy To Get Rich In Dubai?

YES, it is very easy but you have to required effort and explore the opportunities.

Q. What Do Dubai People Do For Money?

Most Dubai people work in trading & real estate for money.  

Q. How Much Is The Average Salary In Dubai?

2,60,000 AED per year is the average salary in Dubai. 

Is There A Dress Code In Dubai?

There is no dress code, particularly in Dubai but your clothing must cover your shoulders and your knees. 

Q. Does Dubai Have The Death Penalty?

YES, Dubai has the death penalty for some serious crimes. 

Q. Can Unmarried Couples Stay In Hotels in Dubai?

NO, unmarried couples cannot stay together in hotels in Dubai.

Q. What Is A Typical Breakfast In Dubai?

Bread with cheese, date and eggs is the typical breakfast in Dubai. 

Q. What Is The Best Month to Go To Dubai?

October to April are the best month to go to Dubai. 

Q. Can You Use US Dollars In Dubai?

YES, US dollars are easily accepted everywhere in Dubai.

Q. Is There Poverty In Dubai?

YES. 

Q. Why Is Dubai So Hot?

Due to its proximity to the Tropic of Cancer, Dubai is hot. 

Q. Does Dubai Have Winter?

YES, here winter starts from October to April.

Can I Live In Dubai Without A Job?

YES, you can live without a job if you have any business, otherwise, you won’t survive.

Q. Is Dubai A Good Place To Live?

YES, Dubai is a good place to live only if you have enough money.

Q. How Can I Talk In Dubai?

If you are a foreigner then you can talk in English.

Q. What Is The Lowest Salary In Dubai?

AED 5,000 per Month should be the lowest salary of any skilled labourer according to the UAE Ministry of Labour.

Q. Who Said, Habibi?

Generally, Arabs speak Habibi to their Nearest & Dearest.

Q. What Is The Main Industry In Dubai?

Tourism is the main industry in Dubai.

Q. What Is The Highest-paying Job In Dubai?

Marketing Director is the highest-paying job in Dubai. 

Q. Who Is The Richest Person In Dubai?

Majid Al Futtaim is the richest person in Dubai.

Q. Is It Hard To Get A Job In Dubai?

YES, it is very hard to get a job in Dubai. 

Q. What Jobs Are In Demand In Dubai?

IT sector jobs are very much in demand in Dubai.

Q. Do Jobs In Dubai Pay Well?

YES & NO, actually it depends on the jobs. 

Q. Can I Wear Short Shorts In Dubai?

YES, you can wear short shorts. 

Q. Are Tattoos Allowed In Dubai?

YES, tattoos are allowed.

Q. Can I Wear Flip-flops In Dubai?

YES, you can wear flip-flops in Dubai.

Q. What Can Females Wear In Dubai?

Females can wear anything except bikini.

Q. Do You Have To Wear A Hijab In Dubai?

NO, it's your choice. 

Q. What Happens If You Swear In Dubai?

You can be jailed or deported if you swear in Dubai.

Q. Can You Kiss In Dubai Hotels?

YES, if you are in the room and NO if you are in common areas. 

Q. Can You Kiss At Dubai Airport?

NO, PDA is not allowed in public places.

Q. Can I Have A Girlfriend In Dubai?

YES. 

Q. Can I Drink Tap Water In Dubai?

YES, tap water is safe for drinking in Dubai.

Q. What Is Dubai's Staple Food?

Meat, Fish and Rice are the staple foods of Dubai.

Q. How Many Days Are Enough For Dubai?

Generally, 5 to 7 days are enough to visit Dubai.

Q. Which Is The Coldest Month In Dubai?

January is the coldest month of the year in Dubai.

Q. Which Is The Hottest Month In Dubai?

August is the hottest month of the year in Dubai.

Q. Does Dubai Have Homeless?

YES, Dubai has homeless.

Q. Where Do Homeless People Stay In Dubai?

There are several charity foundations in Dubai, that take care of homeless people in Dubai. 

Q. How Much Is The Rent In Dubai?

The average rent in Dubai ranges between 30,000 to 50,000 AED. 

Q. Is Tax-free In Dubai?

YES, Dubai is tax-free from several taxes. 

Q. Who Is The Richest Girl In Dubai?

Sheikha Mahra is the richest girl in Dubai.

Q. Can I Show My Shoulders In Dubai?

YES, you can show your shoulders in Dubai but don’t think about going more down.

Q. Is Chewing Gum Illegal In Dubai?

YES, chewing gum is not allowed in a few areas.

Q. Are Unmarried Couples Allowed In Dubai?

YES, but they need to keep in mind a few restrictions. 

Q. Can You Wear Ripped Jeans In Dubai?

Definitely, you can wear ripped jeans in Dubai.

Q. Can Tourists Wear Shorts In Dubai?

YES, they can wear

Q. Can I Wear Crop Tops In Dubai?

YES, you can wear

Q. Can You Kiss In Dubai?

NO, just don’t think about it in a public place.

Q. Can I Share A Room With My Boyfriend In Dubai?

NO, according to UAE law an unmarried couple cannot stay in a single room.

Q. Can I Hug My Boyfriend In Dubai?

NO, this is not allowed in public places. 

Q. Is Dating Allowed In Dubai?

YES, dating is common in Dubai, and only in Dubai. 

Q. Can I Go To Dubai With My Girlfriend?

YES, you can but kissing & other moments are not allowed in public places. 

Q. Can A Boy And Girl Live Together In Dubai?

NO, according to the law they cannot live together. 

Q. Is All Food Halal In Dubai?

NO, but there are plenty of. 

Q. Does It Snow In Dubai?

NO, but you can experience artificial snow in ski resorts.

Q. Are There Slums In Dubai?

YES, just like other cities in the world, Dubai has slums.  

Q. Can A US citizen Buy A House In Dubai?

YES, US citizens can buy a home in freehold areas of Dubai. 

Q. Can I Wear Leggings In Dubai?

YES, you can wear leggings. 

Q. Is Dubai A Strict Country?

YES, Dubai has very strict rules & regulations.

Q. Is Healthcare Free In Dubai?

YES, healthcare is free in Dubai only for UAE citizens. 

Q. Can I Hold My Wife's Hand In Dubai?

YES, you can hold your wife’s hand in Dubai, but kissing & open displays of affection are not allowed. 

Q. How Much Is An Apartment In Dubai?

A single-room apartment in Dubai downtown will cost you AED 160k to AED 2.1M.

Q. How Long Can You Stay In Dubai If You Own A Property?

You can stay 2 years minimum with a Golden visa in Dubai if you own a property.

Q. Do You Have To Cover Your Hair In Dubai?

NO, covering your hair is not mandatory in Dubai. 

Q. What Language Is Mostly Spoken In Dubai?

Most spoken languages in Dubai are Arabic & English.

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