UAE sets fines of up to Dh750,000 for non-Muslim places of worship that breach rules
The National · 10 Nov 2026

UAE sets fines of up to Dh750,000 for non-Muslim places of worship that breach rules

Non-Muslim houses of worship in the UAE can be fined up to Dh750,000 ($204,220) and have their licence suspended under regulations that list 24 breaches, including overseas affiliations and illegal donations. The Cabinet decision, which took effect on October 14, does not add new restrictions for non-Muslim places of worship, but instead updates how those rules are enforced.


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