If someone has a case of consensual sex in 2018, can he return to Dubai?

Dear Questioner,

Thanks for your inquiry!

Regarding the above, we would like to inform you that we have to check first, then we can know if still punishable or already removed.

And before initiating the legal process, we will require a Power of Attorney (POA) from you. This is necessary for us to represent you before government authorities and police stations.

To proceed with the notarization of the POA, kindly provide us with the following documents via email:

- A Copy of your old and new passport.

- A copy of your Visa.

- Copy of your Emirates ID.

Upon receiving the aforementioned documents, we will begin drafting the POA in bilingual form. We will then send it to you for review, signature, and return.

Subsequently, we will submit the request to the federal Notary Public to notarize the POA. The Notary will provide a link for a remote meeting, during which your original passport will be verified, and you will sign on the screen.

Following this, we will cover the fees for notary legal expenses and obtain a digital copy of the notarized POA. Please be advised that the legal fees for the POA notarization process amount to USD 140.

Upon receipt of the digital notarized POA, we will proceed to check your criminal record in the UAE to determine if there are any cases registered in your name.

Please note that this process will take approximately 4 working days and our professional legal fees for this service amount to USD 320.

Kindly contact us via phone or email for further assistance.

Regards,

Dear Questioner,

According to UAE law, consensual sex outside of marriage is considered a criminal offense and is punishable by imprisonment and/or deportation.

This applies to both residents and visitors in the country. Therefore, if someone has a case of consensual sex in Dubai in 2018, they could potentially face legal consequences if they return to the country.

It is important to note that the UAE has strict laws and enforcement when it comes to sexual activities, and it is always best to consult with a legal professional for specific advice in individual cases.