Dubai is one of the most popular international destinations, and if you're planning to fly there, it's crucial to know the updated airport rules regarding what you can and cannot carry on board. In a recent change, the Dubai airports have introduced strict guidelines that travelers need to follow to avoid facing fines or legal action.
Items Prohibited in Dubai FlightsWhile many passengers are familiar with carrying essential items like medicines in their cabin luggage, Dubai authorities have made it clear that not all medicines are allowed on flights to Dubai. Certain medications, in particular, have been added to the list of prohibited items. Passengers must ensure that they only carry permitted medicines in their cabin luggage.
What You Cannot CarryHere’s a list of items you cannot carry in your luggage when flying to Dubai:
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Drugs: Cocaine, heroin, poppy seeds, and other substances that cause dizziness.
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Herbal items: Betel leaves and certain herbs.
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Wildlife products: Ivory, rhinoceros horns, and goods made from prohibited species.
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Miscellaneous items: Gambling tools, three-layer fishing nets, and items from boycotted countries.
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Printed Materials: Certain books, photographs, oil paintings, and stone sculptures.
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Others: Fake currency, home-cooked food, and non-vegetarian food.
If any passenger is caught carrying these prohibited items, legal action will be taken.
Items Allowed with PaymentCertain items, such as plants, fertilizers, medicines, and even alcohol, can be carried, but advance payment is required. These items include:
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Medical supplies and equipment
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Cosmetics
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Books
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E-cigarettes and electronic hookahs
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Alcoholic drinks
The following medications are specifically banned on flights to Dubai:
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Betamethadol
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Alpha-methylphenanil
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Cannabis
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Codoxime
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Fentanyl
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Poppy Straw Concentrate
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Methadone
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Opium
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Oxycodone
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Trimeperidine
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Phenoperidine
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Cathinone
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Codeine
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Amphetamine
Make sure to verify whether your medications are allowed to avoid inconvenience during your travel.
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