Digital Menu Regulations Across the GCC

## The Rise of Digital Menus The COVID-19 pandemic accelerated the adoption of digital menus across the GCC. While QR code menus were initially a hygiene measure, they've become standard practice. Here's how each country regulates digital menus: ### UAE - Digital menus must comply with the same Arabic-language and calorie-display requirements as physical menus - QR codes are accepted by Dubai Municipality as valid menu formats - Accessibility guidelines recommend mobile-first design ### Saudi Arabia - SFDA treats digital menus the same as physical menus for compliance purposes - Arabic-first requirement applies to digital formats - Calorie display is mandatory regardless of format ### Kuwait - Kuwait Municipality recognizes digital menus - Arabic-first requirements apply - Home kitchens (Mashrou3i) are encouraged to use digital menus ### Qatar - MoPH calorie requirements apply to digital menus - Post-World Cup standards expect digital menu availability - Multilingual display encouraged ### Oman - Ministry of Health standards apply to all menu formats - Digital adoption is growing, especially in tourist areas ### Bahrain - NHRA recognizes digital menus - 10% VAT display requirements apply to all formats ## Why This Matters Digital menus aren't a loophole — they must meet all the same compliance standards as physical menus. Qaima ensures that every digital menu meets the regulatory requirements of the country it's registered in.