Helplines for tourists
For any emergencies or safety issues, contact the following numbers from anywhere in the UAE:
You can also:
Get in touch with your embassy in the UAE
Here is a list of:
Enquire from the official directories
VAT refund for tourists
Tourists and visitors can claim refund on VAT paid on purchases they made during their stay in the UAE. Recovery of payment will be done through a fully integrated electronic system which connects retailers registered in the ‘Tax Refund for Tourists Scheme’ with all ports of entry and exit from the UAE. Read the details.
Updated on 25 Jul 2022