AE — United Arab Emirates

The United Arab Emirates is a federation of seven emirates in the Persian Gulf, known for Dubai's futuristic skyline and Abu Dhabi's cultural institutions. Abu Dhabi is the capital and largest emirate, while Dubai is the most internationally famous for its business and tourism industries. The UAE has rapidly become a global tech and innovation hub. The UAE Dirham (AED) is pegged to the US dollar. For developers, the AE country code maps to the ar-AE locale for Emirati Arabic. The .ae domain and +971 calling code serve the UAE. The UAE's seven-emirate structure means addresses and regulations can vary by emirate. Dubai and Abu Dhabi have developed distinct digital ecosystems and smart city platforms. The UAE's emirate-level free zones (DIFC, ADGM, DMCC) each have different regulatory frameworks important for fintech. UAE Pass is the national digital identity. The country's position as a global business hub means AED and ar-AE handling are critical for Middle Eastern commercial applications.