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The vast majority of visits are trouble-free.
There is a general threat from terrorism. Terrorists continue to issue statements threatening to carry out attacks in the Gulf region. These include references to attacks on Western interests, including residential compounds, military, oil, transport and aviation interests.
The penalties for drug trafficking, drug smuggling and drug possession are severe. There is a zero tolerance policy towards drugs, including any found in the bloodstream.
Some UK medicines, including some over the counter medicines, such as Codeine, are illegal in the UAE without a Doctor's prescription. Travellers are advised to keep all such medicines in their original packaging and, in addition to the prescription, provide a note from their GP outlining what the medicine isrequired for and what quantity is required for the duration of the stay. Painkillers and other over the counter medicines are easily obtained locally. If travellers have any concerns about taking medication into the UAE, they should contact their nearest UAE Embassy for more details.
Travellers should review their security arrangements carefully. They should remain vigilant, particularly in public places and avoid any public demonstrations.
This advice is based on information provided by the Foreign and Commonwealth Office in the UK. It is correct at time of publishing. As the situation can change rapidly, visitors are advised to contact the following organisations for the latest travel advice:
British Foreign and Commonwealth Office
Tel: 0845 850 2829.
Website: www.fco.gov.uk
US Department of State
Website: http://travel.state.gov/travel
There is a general threat from terrorism. Terrorists continue to issue statements threatening to carry out attacks in the Gulf region. These include references to attacks on Western interests, including residential compounds, military, oil, transport and aviation interests.
The penalties for drug trafficking, drug smuggling and drug possession are severe. There is a zero tolerance policy towards drugs, including any found in the bloodstream.
Some UK medicines, including some over the counter medicines, such as Codeine, are illegal in the UAE without a Doctor's prescription. Travellers are advised to keep all such medicines in their original packaging and, in addition to the prescription, provide a note from their GP outlining what the medicine isrequired for and what quantity is required for the duration of the stay. Painkillers and other over the counter medicines are easily obtained locally. If travellers have any concerns about taking medication into the UAE, they should contact their nearest UAE Embassy for more details.
Travellers should review their security arrangements carefully. They should remain vigilant, particularly in public places and avoid any public demonstrations.
This advice is based on information provided by the Foreign and Commonwealth Office in the UK. It is correct at time of publishing. As the situation can change rapidly, visitors are advised to contact the following organisations for the latest travel advice:
British Foreign and Commonwealth Office
Tel: 0845 850 2829.
Website: www.fco.gov.uk
US Department of State
Website: http://travel.state.gov/travel
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