City, United Arab Emirates
Fujairah
Quiet east-coast emirate for snorkelling, diving and mountain drives, outside the Gulf. Calm and cheap; limited transport and nightlife, so it suits those who rent a car.
At a glance
- Safety4/5Safe with normal careDetails
- Monthly budget$1,770–2,720Comfortable, one person · Dh6,500–10,000Details
- Value for money41/100Better value than 40% of places we coverDetails
- Best time to goNov–MarWarmest: Jun, 42°CDetails
- Air quality29.2 µg/m³PM2.5 annual average (2024) · Very pollutedDetails
- Internet385 MbpsFixed broadband, United Arab Emirates medianDetails
- Tap waterFilter or boilTap water is treated and meets standards, but most people drink bottled or filtered water.Details
- LGBTQ+1/5DangerousDetails
- Solo travel3/5English: widely spokenDetails
- Doctor's visit$49–109Private clinic, without insuranceDetails
- Getting aroundCareemYou'll need transportDetails
- Cash or cardCards almost everywhereCards and contactless work in hotels, malls and restaurants; keep cash for small cafeterias and taxis.Details
Where to stay in Fujairah
Areas visitors base themselves in.
| Area | Good for |
|---|---|
| Fujairah Corniche and city center | Hotels, cafés and local life |
| Al Aqah and Dibba beach | Beach resorts, snorkelling and diving |
| Khor Fakkan (Sharjah enclave) | Corniche, beaches and a quiet seaside break |
Apps that work in Fujairah
Ride-hailing
| App | Notes |
|---|---|
| Careem | Limited coverage; check availability |
Food delivery
| App | Notes |
|---|---|
| Talabat | Main app; coverage limited to the city |
- Maps: Google Maps
- Messaging: WhatsApp (messages); Botim for calls
- RTA Dubai: Nol card top-up, metro and bus routes
- Botim: Voice and video calls that aren't blocked
- Taxis: Taxi availability is thin. Book ahead or arrange transfers through your hotel or dive centre.
Cash, cards and tipping
What to carry and how to pay. Money in United Arab Emirates.
- Cards almost everywhere Cards and contactless work in hotels, malls and restaurants; keep cash for small cafeterias and taxis.
- Currency: Dirham (AED). US$1 ≈ Dh3.67 on 03 Oct 2026.
- ATMs: ATMs are everywhere; some banks add a fee for foreign cards. Always decline conversion to your home currency.
- Tipping: Not obligatory. About 10% in restaurants if no service charge is added; round up taxis; small tips for delivery riders and hotel staff.
- Paying by phone: Apple Pay, Google Pay and Samsung Pay are accepted at almost every contactless terminal.
Before you go
Visa and entry
- Many passports get a free visa on arrival; others apply online through ICP, GDRFA Dubai or their airline (Emirates, Etihad, flydubai).
- Passport must be valid at least six months on arrival.
- Codeine, tramadol, some ADHD and sleep medicines need advance approval via the ede.gov.ae portal.
Emergency numbers
Police 999 · Ambulance 998 · Fire 997
Plugs
Type G · 230 V, 50 Hz. Do I need an adapter?
SIM and eSIM
du and e& sell tourist SIMs and eSIMs at Dubai and Abu Dhabi airport arrivals and in malls; passport needed. eSIMs work for visitors.
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Sources
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