Major airspace closures across the Middle East continue to leave scores of tourists stranded in different countries. The situation in the UAE is no different as far as the airspace issue is concerned. Passenger flights are not expected to be coming in or taking off anytime soon (at least not until late Tuesday).
There is no need to panic, though, as the authorities have put in a considerable amount of effort to keep all tourists in UAE safe, including ordering hotels to extend free stays for guests stuck because of flight disruptions. This ‘people-first’ approach of the UAE is much appreciated.
Nonetheless, in such chaotic situations, there are at least a couple of things you can do to keep your and your loved one’s mental peace secured. First, call your family back home and stay in constant touch. Second, keep a note of all the UAE emergency contact details listed here and keep them handy. You are going to need them for all your queries and emergencies. Starting from the embassies to airlines, here are contact details of all necessary establishments that all tourists currently stuck in the UAE should pay attention to.
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UAE Emergency Contact Details for Tourists: Embassy & Consular Support
1. Indians in UAE
Indian tourists currently stranded in the UAE because of the Middle East crisis can contact the Embassy of India in Abu Dhabi and the Consulate General in Dubai for all forms of necessary assistance. You can contact on their toll-free number: 800-46342 or email: pbsk.dubai@mea.gov.in and ca.abudhabi@mea.gov.in.
2. Pakistanis in UAE
The Embassy of Pakistan in the UAE capital has also been collecting information about all those stranded (stuck because of flight disruptions or airport closures). Pakistanis presently in transit in the UAE are requested to fill out a form as form of a survey. Further, there are many Facilitation Desks operating round the clock to help you out. You can contact Mr Subhanullah Khan at the Pakistani Embassy in Abu Dhabi on +971 501210260 and Mr Mohsin Habib at the Consulate General in Dubai on +971 529724504.
3. Filipinos in UAE
The Philippine Consulate General in Dubai is operational from 7:30 am to 2:30 pm on Monday to Thursday and 7:30 am to 12:00 pm on Friday. Those in need of emergency assistance can contact on +971 42207800 for all consular matters (passport, notarial, civil registry). The Philippine Embassy in Abu Dhabi has also released a set of contact numbers for all tourists stranded in the UAE. Keep a track of the embedded posts for better clarity.
4. Russians in UAE
Thousands of Russian tourists also land in the UAE each year, making the most of the country’s endless sunshine and scenic beaches. The Russian Embassy in Abu Dhabi can be contacted on +971 26721797 or rusembuae@mail.ru.
5. Chinese in UAE
In recent years, the number of Chinese tourists in the UAE has certainly increased, thanks to more lucrative immigration policies and better air connectivity. If you are a Chinese tourist in the UAE and are stuck because your flight hasn’t taken off, please contact the Chinese Embassy in Abu Dhabi on +971 24434276 for any sort of assistance.
6. British Nationals in UAE
The UAE is a really popular destination for British tourists. In recent years, their number has only been rising and so is the number of British millionaires and billionaires getting an urge to transfer to the UAE for its hospitality and business & lifestyle opportunities. To all the Brits in the UAE, here is a gentle suggestion.
The British Embassy in the UAE has asked all British Nationals to register their presence on register.service.csd.fcdo.gov.uk/united-arab-emirates-20260228/tell-the-uk-government-youre-in-united-arab-emirates. This site, unfortunately, is getting a lot of traffic. So it is recommended to keep trying in case you get an error message. Else, check on GOV.UK.
7. Americans in UAE
Plenty of Americans also come to the UAE each year to experience all its offerings. But since flights are temporarily grounded, it is important to pay attention to the advisory issued by the US Embassy in the UAE. Please remain in your residence, hotel or secure structure. Contact the Embassy in Abu Dhabi on +971 24142200 and the US Consulate General Dubai on +971 43094000. Keep your phone charged and enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEM) for the latest updates.
8. French in UAE
In case of any difficulty or need for assistance, all French tourists in Dubai can contact the Consulate General of France in Dubai at +971 44084906 and the French Embassy in Abu Dhabi at +971 28131001. It is important to be vigilant but there is no need to panic.
9. Canadians in UAE
In case of any emergency, Canadian tourists currently stranded in the UAE can contact these numbers for 24/7 consular assistance. Telephone, from outside Canada: +1 613 996 8885. Telephone, from inside Canada (on behalf of a Canadian citizen outside Canada): 6139968885, 18003873124. Please do not hesitate to connect on these numbers.
UAE Emergency Contact Details for Tourists: Airline Support
Because of regional airspace closures, multiple airlines are not operating their flights in and out of Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah and more. Flights of Etihad, Emirates, flydubai, Air Arabia and many other airlines are stranded on a temporary basis. You are highly recommended to check your flight status before leaving for the airport, contacting your airline for any sort of assistance and consuming information only from reliable sources (more on this later).
– check your flight status
– ensure your contact details are up to date
– you may rebook free of charge (check your airline’s platforms)
– check airline’s platforms or contact travel agent for refund-related queries
| Name of Airline (UAE-Based and Outside) | Contact Details |
| Emirates | +971 600555555 |
| Etihad | +971 566889003 |
| flydubai | +971 600544445 |
| Air Arabia | +971 600508001 |
| Air India | +91 1169329333 |
| IndiGo | +91 1246173838 |
| SpiceJet | +91 1244983410 |
| Singapore Airlines | +971 26118749 |
| PIA | +971 42296100 |
| Qatar Airways | +971 600521473 |
| Air China | +800 86100999 |
| Gulf Air | +971 26516888 |
| Malaysian Airlines | +603 78433000 |
| Saudi Airlines | +966 126861010 |
| Air Canada | +800 0401885 |
| Lufthansa | +971 600595556 |
| United Airlines | +971 80004415492 |
Emergency Contact Details for Tourists in UAE: General
For tourists in the UAE, there are also some general contact information, such as that of the police, ambulance and fire department. The UAE takes its tourists and infrastructure really seriously and, therefore, these departments operate round-the-clock to ensure your experience is as peaceful and memorable as possible. If you are still stranded in the country as the airspace remains closed, please take note of these numbers.
- Police – 999
- Ambulance – 998
- Fire Department – 997
- Abu Dhabi Tourism Police – +971 28002626
- Dubai Tourism Police – +971 504538107
UAE Emergency Contact Details for Tourists: Reliable Information Support
In times of chaos, misinformation and disinformation become quite rampant. You definitely don’t feel like falling for these, right? Keep your sanity intact and take a note of some reliable sources of information. These sources are official and are quite active, letting tourists and locals understand the circumstances and make note of essential travel advisories. Look for these establishments on different platforms, such as X, Instagram and Facebook, besides their official press releases.
- Dubai Media Office
- Abu Dhabi Media Office
- Sharjah Media Office
- UAE Media Office
- UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs
- UAE General Civil Aviation Authority
- UAE Ministry of Defence
- UAE National Emergency Crisis & Disasters Management Authority
- Etihad Airways
- Emirates Airlines
- flydubai
- Air Arabia
Hope this guide to all the necessary contact details for tourists stranded in the UAE becomes useful for you. If you are currently stuck in the country, please keep one thing in mind – you are not alone. The UAE is going to leave no stone unturned to keep you safe and secure. From your end, too, please contact your friends and family members back home and update them regularly on your status, and make sure to keep these contact details handy in case of any emergencies. Finally, do not panic.
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