UAE Police Issues Guidelines For 52nd Union Day Celebrations

As the UAE gets ready to celebrate its 52nd Union Day, the Abu Dhabi Police have released specific guidelines aimed at ensuring public order and safety during the festivities.

In a public announcement, the UAE police have provided detailed guidelines for the Union Day celebrations that explicitly prohibit marches and impromptu gatherings. Decoration shops have been specifically instructed not to showcase any flags or posters unless they are related to the UAE flag or Union Day.

Individuals participating in the event are required to adhere strictly to traffic rules and unquestionably follow any directives given by police officers. The use of party spray, whether in vehicles or on foot, is strictly prohibited.

Additionally, the police have imposed bans on tampering with vehicle number plates, altering the color of vehicles, and tinting or darkening windshields in all situations. Only Union Day stickers that comply with specific regulations are allowed on vehicles. Authorities have also prohibited surpassing designated vehicle occupancy limits for passengers, including practices such as exiting through windows or sunroofs.

Vehicle owners are advised that any modifications affecting the engine structure or visibility, especially alterations to the exhaust system, are not permitted. Disruptions to traffic flow or any form of road closure are also not allowed during the celebrations.

Abu Dhabi Police emphasize that non-compliance with these rules will result in immediate fines and penalties, particularly targeting drivers and decoration shops that do not adhere to the specified guidelines. These regulations will be in effect from November 27 to December 4 to coincide with the Union Day festivities.

UAE Union Day Celebration Guidelines:

Marches and impromptu gatherings are not allowed.
Decoration shop owners are prohibited from displaying any flag or poster, except for the UAE flag or Union Day posters.
Celebrants must strictly adhere to traffic rules and unquestionably follow police officers’ instructions.
Keep the volume of songs at a minimum, allowing only those related to Union Day.
The use of any spray (party spray) by the driver, passengers, or pedestrians is strictly prohibited.
Do not wear scarves, except for Union Day.
Do not tamper with the front or rear number plates.
Do not change the vehicle color, and tint the windshield under any circumstances.
Raising flags of any countries other than the UAE is strictly prohibited.
Refrain from affixing any stickers, signs, or logos on the vehicle, with the sole exception of Union Day stickers following specified rules and conditions.
Do not cover the vehicle’s side, front, or rear windows with stickers or use a front.
Do not exceed the permitted vehicle occupancy limit and strictly refrain from exiting through the windows or sunroof at any point.
It is strictly prohibited to take part in stunt driving on both internal and external roads.