Night Vision Devices → United Arab Emirates

Night Vision Devices prohibited; penalties for import

Details

Night Vision Devices prohibited; penalties for import. Enforcement in United Arab Emirates carries fines from AED 50,000 to AED 500,000 and imprisonment up to 10 years in aggravated cases under Federal Customs Law No. 1 of 2003; Federal Law No. 14 of 1995 on Narcotics.

Leaving with this item

Night-vision devices are dual-use controlled goods; export from United Arab Emirates above consumer grade requires an export licence.

Practical advice

Do not bring night vision devices to this country. If unsure, declare on arrival — declared goods at worst attract duty or surrender, while undeclared goods found in screening are seized and fined.

Customs authority

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