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Are poppy seeds illegal in the United Arab Emirates?

Yes. Poppy seeds are banned in the United Arab Emirates. A traveller was detained in 2026 over sweets made with poppy seeds.

Banned (6)Restricted (4)Allowed

• The United Arab Emirates is one of 6 countries where poppy seeds are banned, and 4 more restrict them.
• Its neighbours: banned in 1 of 2 (Oman).
• In Asia: banned in 5 of 46 countries.

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