Dubai announces a special tax on single-use plastic bags from July 1

A new policy has been announced in Dubai that aims to limit the use of single-use bags.

From July 1, 2022, single-use bags will cost 25 fils at stores across the UAE. It will be applicable to restaurants, pharmacies and e-commerce deliveries.

A complete ban is to be implemented within two years, as per the policy announced by the Executive Council of Dubai.

Source: Agencies