The UAE: a gateway to the Middle East for international hospitality brands

With a large expat population and the longstanding presence of international hospitality brands contributing to a vibrant specialty coffee scene, the UAE has become an important gateway for coffee shops seeking growth across the wider Middle East

The UAE is a global travel hub and one of the Middle East’s leading tourist destinations. With a population of 9.9 million, 80% of whom are expats, the nation has one of the most developed coffee shop markets in the region, with the long-established presence of international coffee chains laying the groundwork for a vibrant specialty coffee scene.