Can a 17 year old book a hotel in Dubai?

People under the age of 18 are not allowed to book or stay in a hotel without an adult. If they are caught, it could result in huge fines or jail time. They could also be deported from the country. Even hostels, which are popular with young travellers, are included in this law.
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Can you check into a hotel at 17?

Yes, in most cases the minimum age to check into a hotel is 18. However, there are locations where hotels require their guests to be at least 21 or sometimes even 25 years old.
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How old do you have to be to get a hotel room in Dubai?

We regret to inform you that as per the UAE Law you have to be 21 years old in order to check-in the hotel however if an adult of 21 years old or above is accompanying you during your trip then you would be able to check in the hotel.
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Can you stay in Dubai at 18?

18 is the legal minimum age to stay in a hotel in Dubai. If you below it is ok, as long as you are accompanied by an adult. Unless you rent an apartment you will need 2 hotel rooms. If you share a room you have opposite sex and you are not married then just do not bring attention on you.
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What is the legal age in Dubai?

In applying the provisions of this law, whoever did not complete the age of eighteen at the time of perpetrating the incriminating act or found in a state of vagrancy shall be considered a juvenile.
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How can I get into a hotel under 21?



Can a 17 year old work in Dubai?

The UAE's Labour Law does not allow anyone below the age of 15 to work in the emirate. However, residents of Dubai who are aged between 15 to 18 can apply for internships and other jobs, provided that the work conditions and working hours are as per the rules set by the UAE Labour Law for employees below 18.
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Can under 18 travel to Dubai alone?

All minors (18 years and below) would need to have an authorization form filled from their parents with relevant details of their address abroad and in the UAE and information about who would be receiving them in the UAE (in case they are not traveling with a parent).
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Can a 16 year old travel to Dubai alone?

Another passenger who is at least 16 years old must accompany them. Fly Dubai does not allow children under 12 years of age to travel alone unless the child is accompanied by a parent or guardian who is at least 16 years old.
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Can you kiss in Dubai?

The Dubai code states: “Holding hands for a married couple is tolerated but kissing and petting are considered an offence to public decency. “Public displays of affection, as well as sexual harassment or randomly addressing women in public places, is liable to be punished by imprisonment or deportation.”
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Can unmarried couples stay in hotels in Dubai?

Sexual relationships or unmarried couples cohabiting is illegal in Dubai. Cohabiting, including in hotels, is also illegal, however most hotels in Dubai do not enforce an 'only married couples' rule. The luxury hotels which mostly cater to foreigners are especially relaxed.
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Can I bring a girl to my hotel room in Dubai?

The country has a policy against single people hooking up or prostitution so "yes and no". If you book room with your girlfriends name then yes she is allowed. If you plan to party and meet girls to bring back to your hotel then no.
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Can I go to Dubai with my girlfriend?

The Dubai Tourism Bureau states: “Dubai is a cosmopolitan city that recognises that marriage does not define all relationships and as such does not discriminate against singles or unmarried couples visiting the emirate.”
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Can I book hotel without Emirates ID?

As per the law, you need to carry identification for both the occupants and also your visiting guests if any. It could be Emirates ID or UAE Driving License or Passport.
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Can an 18 and 17 year old stay in hotel?

1. Re: Can an 18 year old and 17 year old stay in a hotel? 18 is considered an adult so I can't see there being an issue. Some hotels consider 16 and under to be a child, others it's under 18 but as long as one of you is 18 I can't see why there would be any problems.
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Can u book a hotel at 16?

3. You can only make a booking if you are 16 years old or over. If you arrive at the hotel and are under 16 years of age you will not be permitted to stay alone.
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Do hotels ask for ID?

Whether you use the Internet to make a reservation or show up in person hoping to get a room at the last minute, motels typically require you to show a valid photo ID to prove your identity. This policy isn't unique to motels; hotels also require to you show a valid photo ID upon check-in.
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Can I wear ripped jeans in Dubai?

While skin tight jeans may be fine in the night clubs, wearing it in other public places may seem offensive. Ripped jeans are not allowed in Dubai.
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Is there slavery in Dubai?

In Dubai slavery does not stop at construction labor exploitation. Another bastion of human rights violations in the city is the servitude and abuse of thousands of migrant domestic worker women.
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Is chewing gum illegal in Dubai?

Therefore, as a part of enhancing its contribution in maintaining the public cleanliness and aesthetic appearance of the emirate, chewing gum is not permitted in public places, including the Dubai Metro or the platform, or Dubai buses, and you can be fined if caught. Spitting in a public place can cost a fine of Dh.
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Can a 17 year old fly alone Emirates?

To fly alone, unaccompanied minors must travel on an adult fare. Otherwise children under 12 will not be able to fly solo. Children over 12 can travel alone and they fly on an adult fare. If you'd like to use our Unaccompanied Minors service for children aged 12 to 15, the fee is USD 50 for each leg of the journey.
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Can a 17 year old fly alone internationally?

International travel

Some airlines automatically apply the unaccompanied-minor procedures to kids through age 17 on international flights, and charge the standard unaccompanied-minor fee if applicable. Children must usually have the same passport, visa or other international entry documentation required of adults.
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Can a minor get visa for Dubai?

Dubai always plans surprises for its visitors and one such is an amendment made to the transit visa rules from June to September, kids aged 18 years and below will now be able to travel to Dubai, as UAE offers free visa to minors.
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Can a minor apply for a tourist visa in UAE?

According to a Cabinet resolution passed in July 2018, children under the age of 18 years who are accompanying adults, can get a free visa for their visit from 15 July to 15 September each year.
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What age is adult in UAE?

Custody awarded to women ends when a male child reaches 11 years of age and a female child reaches 13 years of age, unless the courts decide it is in the child's interest to extend this period until a male reaches the age of majority (21 years old), and a female marries (Article 156, Personal Status Law).
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Can 16 year olds drive in UAE?

The minimum age requirement is as follows: 17 years for motorcycles and for vehicles for people with special needs. 18 years for cars and light vehicles. 20 years for heavy vehicles and tractors.
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