The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is expected to start allowing the construction of casino resorts, although it is unclear whether allowance will be given across the UAE as a whole; or licences will be issued on an Emirate-by-Emirate basis.
Currently, Wynn Resorts – a major name in Las Vegas – is planning to open the first casino in the UAE, as part of an integrated $4bn resort, in 2027. It’s CEO Craig Billings said, this week, that he expects the company will be granted a licence to proceed with its casino plan for Ras Al Khaimah “imminently”.
Currently, gambling is illegal everywhere within the UAE.
