Who we are

Dubai Watch is a UK-based human rights watchdog – it Alerts, Informs and Advises tourists, expats, businesses, investors, on the facts, risks and dangers associated with travelling to, moving to, investing in and doing business in Dubai, the wider UAE and the Gulf Region.

We work to investigate, document and publicise abuses that often go unreported – especially those involving business people, foreign investors, women and children, political prisoners and the legal system.
Our team consists of human rights advocates, qualified legal experts, journalists and researchers with a shared mission: to bring transparency and accountability to one of the world’s most opaque regions.

Dubai Watch was founded by leading women’s rights advocate, academic and writer, Aisha Ali-Khan, and leading international human rights lawyer, crisis manager and broadcaster, David Haigh.

INFORMING

We provide essential information to help protect you, your family and your business. Our guides explain UAE laws and customs with real case studies of tourists, expats and parents facing legal or personal challenges.

ALERTS

We deliver clear and reliable alerts on the risks of travelling, living, investing and doing business in Dubai and across the UAE, giving you independent guidance you can trust.

ADVICE

Dubai Watch offers legal advocacy, crisis management and media support for victims of injustice. Our team of lawyers, journalists and researchers has unique experience defending human rights in Dubai, the UAE and the Gulf.

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We are based in London and operate independently of any government, NGO, or organisation.
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