Meat Products → United Arab Emirates

Halal requirements apply

Details

UAE requires all meat to meet halal certification standards. Non-halal meat (pork products) is restricted but can be imported in small personal quantities. Fresh meat requires MOCCAE inspection. Commercially packaged halal meat from approved sources is generally accepted.

Quantity limit

Personal quantities; halal certification for most

Legal reference

UAE Federal Food Safety Law

Practical advice

Halal meat generally fine. Pork products: small personal quantities tolerated but not officially permitted.

Customs authority

Federal Customs Authority (FCA) · https://www.fca.gov.ae