Does Dubai Have Crime?

Dubai actually has a really low crime rate. Violent crime is rare. You may get some petty theft and bag snatching in crowded areas but besides this, Dubai is safe to travel to. It's the law itself that you're going to want to protect yourself from.

Why you shouldn't go to Dubai?

What are the bad things about Dubai? Aside from petty crime such as pickpocketing, scams and sexual harassment, person-on-person crime is not much of a concern for tourists in Dubai. Another thing tourists need to remember is that despite Dubai being moderate and open towards Westerners, it is not a democratic society.

Is Dubai a safe place to live?

It's a very safe place to live

In 2020, the UAE was the world's only country to have three of its cities – Abu Dhabi, Dubai, and Sharjah – all among the top ten safest cities in the world.