Does Interpol operate in Dubai?

Yes, Interpol operates actively in Dubai and the UAE in general. The National Central Bureau of Interpol is based in Abu Dhabi under the UAE Ministry of Interior, which coordinates with the General Secretariat in Lyon. Dubai authorities frequently use Interpol notices as a basis for detaining individuals who are on the wanted list. However, the existence of a notice does not guarantee extradition — it only initiates an investigation, after which the case is transferred to court. It is important to note that some arrests in Dubai occur specifically under Interpol’s framework, especially in international criminal and financial cases.