While WhatsApp is not entirely illegal in Dubai, its functionality is restricted.
In Dubai, you can use WhatsApp for texting and sharing media like video and audio messages. However, according to the provided reference:
If you are in Dubai, you will sadly not be able to make any WhatsApp calls to people using the app, since those functions have been limited by the government of Dubai. You can, however, access Whatsapp's texting feature, and share video messages or audio texts with your contacts.
Here's a breakdown:
- Texting: WhatsApp's text messaging feature is available.
- Media Sharing: Sending video and audio messages is permitted.
- Voice & Video Calls: WhatsApp voice and video calls are generally blocked or restricted.
| Feature | Availability in Dubai |
|---|---|
| Text Messaging | Available |
| Media Sharing | Available |
| Voice Calls | Restricted |
| Video Calls | Restricted |
