The UAE Council for Fatwa is cracking down on unauthorised online accounts issuing religious guidance without proper licensing. Violators face fines up to Dh200,000, doubled for repeat offences under Federal Law No. 3 of 2024. Residents are urged to seek fatwas only from official accredited institutions.
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The UAE Council for Fatwa has intensified enforcement against unlicensed accounts issuing religious rulings across social media and messaging platforms. The authority is issuing warnings to account operators and threatening significant financial penalties.
Violations of Federal Law No. 3 of 2024 carry fines up to Dh200,000, with the fine amount doubling for repeat violations. The Council is targeting accounts across various media platforms that provide fatwa services without authorisation.
For expats and residents, the takeaway is straightforward: obtain religious guidance only from official UAE fatwa institutions and licensed providers. Unauthorised online accounts—regardless of how credible they may appear—operate illegally. The Council maintains a list of accredited sources where you can safely seek religious counsel without legal risk.
This enforcement underscores the UAE's regulatory approach to religious guidance in the digital space. Check official Council resources for approved channels before consulting online accounts.
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