How to Report Child Abuse or a Child-Safety Concern in the UAE
Report suspected child abuse or a school-safety concern in the UAE through official protection channels while preserving immediate safety.
What the rule means
A person who suspects child abuse, neglect or exploitation can report the concern to an official UAE child-protection channel. For immediate danger, use the police emergency route. For other concerns, the UAE Government lists the Ministry of Interior Child Protection Centre and education-sector reporting channels.
What to do next
1. Protect the child from immediate danger
If there is an urgent threat, call police emergency services and follow their instructions. Do not delay urgent protection while trying to assemble a perfect evidence file.
2. Record facts without interrogating
Write what was seen, heard or disclosed, with dates and locations. Use the child’s own words where relevant and avoid repeated questioning that may distress the child or affect an investigation.
3. Use the official channel
The UAE Government lists 116111 for the Ministry of Interior Child Protection Centre and 80085 for the Ministry of Education Child Protection Unit. Use the education email only as described on the official page.
4. Preserve privacy and references
Share information only with the responsible authority and necessary safeguarding staff. Keep the report reference and respond promptly if an investigator asks for clarification.
Important: Do not confront a suspected person if that could increase danger, and do not post the child’s identity, allegation or evidence publicly.
Before you act
A safeguarding report is not a finding of guilt. Give honest, specific information and let trained authorities assess it. School administrative complaints may be separate from a child-protection or criminal report.
Official source and review note
Dubai Daily Guide reviewed this article on 10 October 2026 against UAE Government — Children’s safety ↗. Check the live service before acting because eligibility, documents, fees and processing steps can change.