Dubai Police Crack Down on Ramadan Begging Scams: Fines Up to Dh100,000
Dubai Police have initiated their annual “Combat Begging” campaign ahead of Ramadan, aimed at addressing both street and online begging scams.
The campaign, themed “A Conscious Society, Free of Beggars,” seeks to eliminate begging, raise public awareness, and encourage donations to official charities.
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In 2024, authorities arrested 384 beggars, revealing that 99% regard begging as a profession. Many use deceptive tactics, such as exploiting vulnerable individuals or falsely claiming to raise funds for medical needs or mosques.
The police emphasize that donations should only be made through official channels to avoid falling victim to scams.
Begging is illegal in the UAE, with penalties that include a Dh5,000 fine and up to three months in prison.
More severe penalties are imposed for organized begging, which can result in a minimum fine of Dh100,000 and a prison sentence of at least six months for organizers.
Brigadier Ali Salem Al Shamsi highlighted the exploitation of Ramadan’s spirit by beggars, warning that many use children to manipulate emotions.
The campaign will tackle street begging in public areas and online scams, encouraging the public to report suspicious activities via the Dubai Police app or the E-crime platform.
Over the past five years, Dubai Police have arrested a total of 2,085 beggars, demonstrating a consistent effort to combat this issue.
As Ramadan approaches, authorities urge the community to remain vigilant against begging scams.
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