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Dubai Checklist

Print this page or save as PDF. Check off each item before and during your Dubai trip.

📱 Before You Leave Home (48-24 hours)

Download NordVPN app on all your devices Create NordVPN account & subscribe Install NordVPN on family devices too Update WhatsApp to latest version Update FaceTime app (iPhone users) Update Skype (if needed for business)

⚙️ VPN Configuration (Essential!)

Open NordVPN → Settings → Specialty Servers Enable "Obfuscated Servers" (CRITICAL) Set protocol to NordLynx or OpenVPN (TCP) Enable Kill Switch (recommended) Test connection - connect to any server

🧪 Test Before You Travel

Connect to VPN Make a test WhatsApp voice call Make a test WhatsApp video call Test FaceTime call (iPhone users) Test Skype call (business users)

✈️ At the Airport / On Arrival

Connect to VPN BEFORE connecting to UAE WiFi Select nearby server: Cyprus, Turkey, Israel, or Singapore Verify VPN shows "Connected" Test a quick WhatsApp message

🔧 If Calls Don't Work

Disconnect and reconnect VPN (gets new IP) Try a different server location Switch protocol: Settings → Protocol → OpenVPN (TCP) Close WhatsApp completely and reopen Contact NordVPN 24/7 live chat support

📋 Quick Reference

Best Servers for Dubai:

Cyprus
Turkey
Israel
Singapore

NordVPN Support:

24/7 Live Chat

support.nordvpn.com

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Last Updated: January 2026

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