You could face up to a 50,000 fine if you do this on NYE in Dubai

Publish date: Tuesday، 29 December 2020 Last update: Thursday، 25 February 2021

The Supreme Committee of Crisis and Disaster Management in Dubai has issued several directives for New Year’s Eve gatherings.

As per the announcement, gathering of more than 30 people are prohibited in Dubai and the fine for violating this directive is Dh50,000 for the host and Dh15,000 for each attendee.

#Dubai's Supreme Committee of Crisis and Disaster Management approves precautionary measures for New Year's Eve celebrations. pic.twitter.com/RryViDDEEu

— Dubai Media Office (@DXBMediaOffice) December 26, 2020

In addition, parties must be socially distanced, with the rule being one person per four square metres of space.

This was among the several COVID-19 safety measures approved by the committee during a meeting chaired by Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum.

#Dubai’s Supreme Committee of Crisis and Disaster Management, in its meeting stressed the importance of following precautionary measures to protect the community from COVID-19. The meeting was chaired by His Highness Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum. pic.twitter.com/kRNq2OhFTC

— Dubai Media Office (@DXBMediaOffice) December 26, 2020

Other guidelines:

Those attending socially distanced parties are always required to wear face masks. The elderly and those with chronic conditions should be advised not to attend these gatherings. Any person experiencing symptoms such as coughing, or fever must refrain from attending events.

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You could face up to a 50,000 fine if you do this on NYE in Dubai

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