For example, although it is not commonly enforced, it is technically illegal for men and women to have sex or live together outside of marriage. Furthermore, even dating could fall under indecency, which is illegal. While same-sex dating happens in the Emirates, it is also a dangerous affair.

Are you allowed to date in Dubai?

According to Islamic Sharia law, it is illegal for men and women to date in the same way as is normal in Western cultures, unless they are married. It is also illegal to live together or have sex without being married.