General dress code: please note that the United Arab Emirates has conservative dress traditions. Dress code for religious sites: long trousers or skirts reaching ankles and long sleeves reaching wrists, shoulders must be covered, no shorts, tight or transparent clothing, no visible tattoos. Women must bring a scarf to cover their heads
For guests visiting the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, it is not possible to rent an abaya (local dress) at the Mosque Center. However, for emergency situations, guests can purchase an abaya with the guide during the tour for a small extra cost
Kindly note that Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Centre has announced their new entry procedures with immediate effect. This includes a registration with general information for each guest (name/nationality/gender/etc.) before the mosque visit
The scheduled program may vary due to government decisions, public holidays, weather conditions, or other similar circumstances
Please follow the pick-up instructions written on the voucher. Delays in hotel pick-up may occur due to traffic conditions
Lightweight summer clothing is suitable for most of the year, but jumpers or jackets may be needed for the winter months, especially in the evenings
Good quality sunglasses and hats are recommended when in direct sunlight