Is it possible to imagine a desert oasis in the heart of Paris? Here, at 2 Boulevard de la Tour-Maubourg stands the Embassy of the United Arab Emirates. This is not just a building. It is a symbol of the strong relationship between the UAE and France.
The Embassy of the United Arab Emirates has been here since 2005. Before that, this very building housed the headquarters of the Rally for the Republic party. The UAE established its embassy in Paris long before that on February 14, 1973. This was soon after the country gained independence in 1971.
His Excellency Fahad Saeed Al Raqbani is the current ambassador. He assumed this role in September 2024. Before France, he served as the UAE’s ambassador to Canada starting in 2018. He presented his credentials to President Emmanuel Macron on September 17, 2024.
The embassy’s story includes Her Excellency Hend Al Otaiba. She was the UAE’s first female ambassador to France.
The Embassy plays a vital role. It offers many consular services to locals, Emirati citizens, and international visitors in France. The Emirati Embassy in Paris provides information on the Emirati economy, culture, sports, and education. It assists with Emirati citizenship applications and provides specific contacts within the United Arab Emirates. The embassy also handles Emirati visa applications.
The Embassy operates from 9:00 to 16:00. It is closed on Saturdays and Sundays. You can reach them at (+33) 1 44 34 02 00.
So next time you are near the 7th arrondissement. Take a moment to appreciate the Embassy of the United Arab Emirates. It is more than just a building. It represents diplomacy, culture, and the enduring friendship between two nations.