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Is social media for kids banned in the United Arab Emirates?

Partly. Social media for kids is restricted in the United Arab Emirates. Under-15 ban decreed in June 2026; platforms have until 2027.

Cabinet Resolution 106 of 2026 (17-18 Jun 2026) under Decree-Law 26/2025 on Child Digital Safety: under-15 accounts banned, no parental override, robust age checks; 12-month compliance period, applies 2027 (Latham & Watkins; Pinsent Masons).

Source: UAE Cabinet Res. 106/2026

• The United Arab Emirates is one of 4 countries where social media for kids is banned, and 7 more restrict it.
• Its neighbours: banned in 0 of 2.
• In Asia: banned in 3 of 46 countries.

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