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Mifepristone and misoprostol are strictly controlled and illegal to purchase over-the-counter or online in Dubai and the wider UAE. [1] Legal Status in the UAE Restricted Access: Abortions and abortion-inducing medications are illegal unless specific, strict medical or legal criteria are met. [1] Approved Conditions: Permitted only if the mother's life is in danger, the fetus has severe malformations, the pregnancy results from rape or incest (under specific guidelines), or upon official request approved by a specialized medical committee. [1, 2, 3] Required Approval: Any lawful procedure requires evaluation and authorization from a specialized committee (including an OB-GYN, a psychiatrist, and a public prosecution representative) and must be performed in a licensed medical facility within 120 days of pregnancy. [1, 2] Risks of Online or Street Vendors Illegality: Buying these pills online or from underground sellers in the UAE is illegal and carries severe legal penalties. Safety Hazards: Unregulated online sellers frequently provide fake, ineffective, or dangerously contaminated medications, and taking them without medical supervision can cause severe hemorrhaging or life-threatening complications. [1] If you are facing a medical emergency or need confidential health guidance, contact a licensed local healthcare facility or hospital in Dubai.