Can I pay with an RSHB UnionPay card in Dubai shops, malls and cafés?

From messages by 4 participants in 2 sources · Last activity: 22 days ago

TL;DR

An RSHB UnionPay card was reported to work at several Dubai Mall stores, including Louis Feraud, Brands For Less and a grocery shop. It failed at a Starbucks in Deira, and acceptance at Cartier Dubai Mall remains unconfirmed.

What the community said

An RSHB UnionPay card was reported to work without issues at Louis Feraud in Dubai Mall.

60 days ago Louis Feraud, Dubai Mall

The same RSHB UnionPay card was successfully used at Brands For Less in Dubai Mall.

60 days ago Brands For Less, Dubai Mall

The RSHB UnionPay card also worked at a grocery shop inside Dubai Mall, suggesting it can be usable for everyday purchases there.

60 days ago Grocery shop, Dubai Mall

A payment attempt with an RSHB UnionPay card returned an error at a Starbucks in Deira, so carrying a backup payment method is advisable.

60 days ago Starbucks, Deira

There is no confirmed report of RSHB UnionPay acceptance at Cartier in Dubai Mall; check with the boutique or bring an alternative card before making a high-value purchase.

60 days ago Cartier, Dubai Mall