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Travel advice for Dubai

Everything you need to know before you travel

Facts about Dubai

Currency

UAE Dirham

(AED)

Language

Arabic

Time zone

GMT +4

Flight duration

7 hours 30 minutes from Dublin

The Dubai Fountain, Dubai

Best time to go to Dubai

November through to April’s the best time to visit the UAE, when the temperatures tend to float around the mid-twenties. Summer are super-hot, with the mercury bubbling up to over 40°C on the country’s hottest days. The city’s skies are usually cloud-free all year round, with rain a rare occurrence.

Passports & Visas

As an Irish citizen, to enter the UAE, your passport must be valid for at least 6 months from your arrival date. You'll be given a visa valid for up to 30 days upon entry. Passport cards cannot be used for entry to the UAE. For the most up-to-date passport and visa information, visit https://www.ireland.ie/en/dfa/overseas-travel/advice/united-arab-emirates/

Health & Safety

You should take out comprehensive travel and medical insurance to cover you while you’re away. For the latest health and safety information, visit https://www.dfa.ie/travel/travel-advice/a-z-list-of-countries/united-arab-emirates/.

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