One of the most common questions about Dubai has to do with alcohol: is it allowed to drink alcohol in Dubai? The answer is yes, as long as you meet the following conditions:
- Alcohol is only allowed for tourists or licensed residents.
- You can’t be Muslim.
- You can be a man or a woman (regardless of marital status).
- You can drink alcohol in Dubai only in designated spaces such as bars, certain restaurants and hotels.
- You cannot drink in public places such as streets and beaches.
- At no time can you exceed your consumption as it is a crime. Even lArriving at Dubai airport with alcoholic breath is considered a crime. So you must be careful in your consumption during your flight.
- You can’t drink if you’re driving. There is no tolerance and it is a crime.
Where can you buy alcohol in Dubai?
Unless you are a resident with a license to purchase alcohol, as a tourist you will only be able to buy alcohol in the duty free area of the airport.
You can also buy alcohol at restaurants and bars designated for travelers.
Alcohol is not sold in stores and supermarkets. In fact, in these you will only find areas to buy non-alcoholic wines and beers.
How much does a bottle of alcohol cost at Dubai Duty Free?
- A 750 ml bottle of Añejo José Cuervo tequila. It has an approximate price of 50 USD.
- A 750ml bottle of 1769 Central Otago Pinot Noir wine costs $35.
- A 1 liter bottle of Baileys about 25 USD.
How much does a beer cost in Dubai?
Although the price varies depending on where you buy it, the price of a beer is between 10 and 25 USD. While a glass of wine will cost over 15 USD.
A cocktail at the famous Bujr Al Arab hotel costs from 40 USD.
Can I bring alcohol to Dubai?
Yes, it is allowed to bring up to 4 liters of alcohol into Dubai without having to declare it and pay taxes.
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