UAE has regulated charity fundraising in the country; fines ranging from Dh200,000 to Dh500,000

The United Arab Emirates has implemented regulations on charity fundraising within the nation. Violators face penalties ranging from Dh200,000 to Dh500,000. In a social media post on Tuesday, the Public Prosecution warned against soliciting donations without a permit. 

A person may face fines and/or jail time if they are found guilty of using a website and other technological or electronic tools to solicit donations without the relevant organisations' permission. According to article 46 of Federal decree legislation No. 34 of 2021 on combating rumours and cybercrimes, licenced organisations are not permitted to publish, broadcast, or promote any materials or adverts for fundraising without the consent of specified authorities.

The law defines two categories of charitable entities: entities authorised to obtain a licence to raise money through listed charitable organisations in the United Arab Emirates, and entities licenced and authorised to be established by laws, decisions, or decrees to collect, provide, and receive donations. If found guilty, the accused might receive one of the two punishments, including imprisonment and a fine of no less than Dh200,000 and no more than Dh500,000.