The Kirpaan Law In Dubai?

[amzsingh]

Gurfateh Jee,

A few UK Singhs are going to Dubai for a week or 2 and was wondering what the law is in Dubai regarding wearing the Kirpaan?

Can you wear a 9inch Kirpaan (which is visible)? or does it have to be hidden?

[S1ngh]

You should contact mehtab singh on this forum who can give you all extra tips and information about dubai.

[Mehtab Singh]

I left Dubai 4 years ago in June 2007. However, I would advise you to follow the same rules as US, i.e. don't wear it openly in public, and don't wear it on an airplane, as you'd have to check it in with your luggage, it can't be there in your handbag either.

Here is something that might interest everyone.

I am not sure about whats the deal now, but I always had this card in my wallet when I was there. It was handed out to newly initiated Amritdharis at the Gurdwara, however, I got it from another Singh. I wish there was such a card in western countries for GurSikhs.

[amzsingh]

Gurfateh Jee,

Thank you for the advice! interesting image you attached Methab Singh!

Would be really good if Amrithdari Sikhs in the UK (and everywhere else) could get an official government related card aswell.