Public displays of affection are not well-tolerated in Dubai. Holding hands is fine for married couples, but kissing or hugging in public are not acceptable. If the police then discover youre not married, you might be in legal trouble.

Can you kiss someone in Dubai?

THE MIDDLE FINGER: Swearing and making rude gestures are criminal acts in the UAE and may result in significant penalties. KISSING: Public displays of affection, such as holding hands and kissing, are socially unacceptable. There have been arrests for public displays of affection.

Is kissing allowed in Dubai Airport?

Hugging is fine and a kiss on the check is ok, but anything more that you could get away with would only depend on what the people around you will tolerate. If you have another flight to catch its not worth risking missing that flight/getting arrested/detained just for the sake of hugging and kissing.