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United Arab Emirates Travel Guide

People of United Arab Emirates

Population

4,444,011

Age Distribution

0-14 years

467,931 (Male), 447,045 (Females)

15-64 years

2,558,029 (Male), 932,617 (Females)

65 years and over

24,914 (Male), 13,475 (Females)

Population Growth Rate

4%

Ethnic Groups

Emirati 19%, other Arab and Iranian 23%, South Asian 50%, other expatriates (includes Westerners and East Asians) 8% (1982). Note: less than 20% are UAE citizens (1982).

Religions

Muslim 96% (Shi'a 16%), other (includes Christian, Hindu) 4%.

Languages

Arabic (official), Persian, English, Hindi and Urdu.

Life Expectancy

Total

75.69

Among Males

73.16

Among Females

78.35

Nationality

Noun

Emirati(s)

Adjective

Emirati

Literacy Rates

Definition

Age 15 and over can read and write

Total

78%

Among Males

76%

Among Females

82%

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Why Travel to United Arab Emirates?

  • Affordable to all, not just the super rich.
  • Beaches, dune bashing and traditional Arabian hospitality.
  • International sporting events take place regularly.
  • Easily combined with Oman’s Khasab and Musandam for diving and fjord cruising.
  • Amazing value for shoppers in search of a bargain.