🇦🇪 Is United Arab Emirates safe to visit?
Daily safety index from official government advisories, plus the consular map of United Arab Emirates: 73 diplomatic missions from 66 countries, local emergency numbers and language essentials.
Updated Sep 13, 2026 · Composite index recalculated daily from official government advisories.
What official sources say
Levels are normalized to Telcomia's 1–4 scale. Always read the full official advisory at the source.
What to know before traveling to United Arab Emirates
Drawn from the linked official advisories — always check the full text at the source.
Trip essentials
- Keep travel documents current and review departure plans regularly given possible flight cancellations and airspace closures
- Sign up to FCDO Travel Advice email alerts and monitor local and international media for airport updates
- Follow instructions from local authorities, especially regarding shelter locations and security perimeters
- UAE airspace is open and commercial flights are available, but schedules may change without notice
- Land borders with Oman and Saudi Arabia remain open
- Non-resident Spanish citizens should register at the Spanish Embassy consular registry
- 24h emergency line available: +971 506120260
Risk areas and situations
- Areas near military or security facilities carry specific risk and should be avoided
- Strikes and retaliatory attacks have occurred across the region since 8 July, affecting multiple locations
- Risk of further attacks and unforeseen escalation remains active across the Middle East
- The broader Middle East region is affected by a regional conflict; travel to UAE is advised only if strictly necessary
- Random terrorist attacks, protests or civil unrest cannot be fully ruled out due to regional instability
Health
- If shelter is advised, move indoors to an interior stairwell or room with minimal external walls and windows
- Do not approach or touch drone or missile fragments or any suspicious objects on the ground
- If you follow a medical treatment, carry sufficient medication supply for the duration of your stay
- A disease outbreak affecting the region is referenced from June 6, 2026 (text appears incomplete)
Emergency numbers in United Arab Emirates
Embassies and consulates in United Arab Emirates
73 diplomatic missions from 66 countries, across 5 cities.
| Nationality | Missions | Cities |
|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳 China | 2 | Abu Dhabi, Dubai |
| 🇬🇧 United Kingdom | 2 | Abu Dhabi, Dubai |
| 🇮🇩 Indonesia | 2 | Abu Dhabi, Dubai |
| 🇲🇦 Morocco | 2 | Abu Dhabi, Dubai |
| 🇵🇰 Pakistan | 2 | Abu Dhabi, Dubai |
| 🇷🇴 Romania | 2 | Abu Dhabi, Dubai |
| 🇺🇸 United States | 2 | Abu Dhabi, Dubai |
| 🇦🇫 Afghanistan | 1 | Abu Dhabi |
| 🇦🇱 Albania | 1 | Abu Dhabi |
| 🇦🇴 Angola | 1 | Abu Dhabi |
| 🇦🇷 Argentina | 1 | Abu Dhabi |
| 🇦🇹 Austria | 1 | Abu Dhabi |
…and 54 more nationalities with diplomatic presence.
The full directory — addresses, phone numbers and locations on the map — is available in the Telcomia app.
Local language
The main local language in United Arab Emirates is Arabic. The Telcomia app includes 16 emergency phrases in Arabic, with audio, ready to play when you need them.
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Frequently asked questions
Is United Arab Emirates safe to visit right now?
The Telcomia Safety Index for United Arab Emirates is 1.82/4 (Increased caution, level 2 of 4) as of Sep 13, 2026. It is a composite of official advisories from Spain, the United Kingdom and the United States, recalculated daily.
What is the emergency number in United Arab Emirates?
The general emergency number in United Arab Emirates is 999. Save it before you travel — with a Telcomia eSIM you can call for help without hunting for Wi-Fi.
How many embassies are there in United Arab Emirates?
Telcomia tracks 73 diplomatic missions from 66 countries in United Arab Emirates, across 5 cities. The full directory with addresses and phone numbers is in the Telcomia app.
Informational only
This page is general information, not a substitute for official government travel advice. Conditions can change quickly — always check your own government's latest advisory before and during your trip.
Advisory levels summarize official sources: Spain's MAEC, the UK FCDO (contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0) and the U.S. Department of State (public domain). Follow the links above for the full official text.