Installing cameras in private areas like restrooms, locker rooms, or changing areas is strictly prohibited. Hidden cameras and audio recording are generally banned without specific prior approval from authorities.
Visible signs notifying visitors of surveillance must be displayed in Arabic, English, and Urdu. Technical Specifications (ADMCC 5.0 Standards)
Under current mandates, specific facilities—including hotels, banks, shopping centers, and schools—must adhere to strict installation and technical standards:
The , established under Law No. 5 of 2011, oversees all surveillance activities in the emirate to ensure public safety while strictly protecting individual privacy.