Emirates Golf Club Dress Code and Etiquette
Emirates Golf Club is Dubai's flagship venue and the long time home of the Dubai Desert Classic, so it holds a polished standard. The dress code asks for a collared golf top, tailored shorts or trousers and soft spikes, with no denim or athletic wear. Here is exactly what to wear in the heat, what is not allowed, and the etiquette that travels well in the Gulf.
Photo: Emirates Golf Club Majlis Course via Google, by Zsolt Sásdi.
The short answer
Emirates Golf Club asks for recognized golf attire on both the Majlis and the Faldo courses. That means a collared golf top, paired with tailored golf shorts, a golf skirt or tailored trousers, and golf shoes. A golf style mock neck is generally accepted in place of a collar. Denim and athletic wear are not permitted, and the club operates a soft spike policy, so metal spikes are out. Golfers who turn up improperly dressed are asked by the golf operations team to change before they practice or play.
None of this is unusual for a championship resort course, but two things are worth flagging for a Dubai trip. First, the heat makes tailored shorts the sensible choice for much of the year, and they are entirely standard here. Second, this is the Gulf, so dressing modestly and smartly, on the course and especially in the clubhouse, is simply good manners. Everything below was checked in June 2026 against Emirates Golf Club and Dubai Golf information and is indicative, so always confirm the current dress code and policies directly before you travel.
The Emirates Golf Club dress code, item by item
This is the on course standard for the Majlis and Faldo courses. Pack to it and you will be waved straight through to the first tee.
| Item | Standard |
|---|---|
| Tops | Collared golf top, or a golf style mock neck. No T-shirts, vests or athletic tops |
| Men's lower wear | Tailored golf shorts or tailored trousers with golf socks. No denim, cargo or gym shorts |
| Women's lower wear | Tailored golf shorts, a golf skirt or tailored trousers |
| Footwear | Soft spike policy; golf shoes with soft spikes or recognized spikeless soles. No metal spikes |
| Clubhouse | Smart casual, dressed modestly in line with local custom. No beachwear or athletic wear |
Dress code verified in June 2026 from Emirates Golf Club and Dubai Golf information and is indicative. Improperly dressed golfers are asked to change before play. Always confirm the current arrangements directly before booking. Check Emirates Golf Club tee time availability.
Dressing for the Dubai heat
For much of the golf season the priority is staying cool, so a light, breathable collared golf top, tailored shorts and a good cap are the basics. The prime months of November to March are pleasant and dry, while the shoulder weeks can be warm and the summer is fierce, with most visitors playing early morning or twilight slots to dodge the midday sun. Whatever the month, sun protection is not optional: a hat, sunglasses and sunscreen matter as much as the dress code, and plenty of water on the cart is essential.
What does not belong on the course is the same short list as anywhere: denim, gym shorts, vests, replica shirts and anything athletic rather than golf specific. Pack proper golf clothing and a soft spike pair of shoes and you will meet the standard without thinking about it. Carry a smart change for the clubhouse and the terrace, which look out over the closing holes of the Majlis and are a fine spot to settle the round. For the numbers, see our guide to Emirates Golf Club green fees.
Etiquette and pace in the Gulf
Respect local custom
Dubai is relaxed by regional standards, but smart, modest dress on and off the course is appreciated, particularly in the clubhouse and restaurants. Treat staff and playing partners with the same courtesy you would at any top club and you will fit in seamlessly.
Pace of play
Tee sheets are busy in season, so be ready to play, keep up with the group ahead, and let faster groups through if needed. Carts are standard and usually included, which keeps rounds moving in the heat; follow any cart path guidance posted for the day.
Course care
Repair pitch marks, replace divots or use the sand provided, rake bunkers, and keep the immaculate desert turf in the condition you found it. For how the championship course plays and where it sits among the city's best, see our roundup of the best golf courses in Dubai.
Plan a Dubai golf trip
Emirates Golf Club is the anchor of a brilliant Dubai golf week, alongside Jumeirah, Dubai Creek and more. Tell us roughly when and how many are travelling, and we will sort the tee times, the stay and the logistics around the heat, and cost the trip to the head, with no obligation.
Emirates Golf Club dress code questions
What is the dress code at Emirates Golf Club?
Emirates Golf Club asks for recognized golf attire on the Majlis and Faldo courses: a collared golf top, with tailored golf shorts, a golf skirt or tailored trousers. A golf style mock neck is generally accepted in place of a collar. Denim and athletic wear are not permitted, and the club operates a soft spike policy, so metal spikes are not allowed. Golfers who are not properly dressed are asked to change before play. Always confirm the current policy directly before booking.
Can you wear shorts at Emirates Golf Club?
Yes. Tailored golf shorts are entirely standard at Emirates Golf Club and make obvious sense in the Dubai heat. The shorts should be tailored golf styles worn with a collared golf top and golf socks, rather than cargo, athletic or denim shorts. Women may wear tailored golf shorts, a golf skirt or trousers. Always confirm the current dress policy directly before you play.
Are metal spikes allowed at Emirates Golf Club?
No. Emirates Golf Club operates a soft spike policy, so metal spikes are not permitted. Bring golf shoes with soft spikes or a recognized spikeless golf sole. This is standard across most modern resort and championship courses and protects the immaculate desert turf. Always confirm the current footwear policy directly before booking.
Is there a clubhouse dress code at Emirates Golf Club?
Emirates Golf Club expects smart casual attire in its clubhouse and restaurants, in keeping with a flagship Dubai venue, and it is respectful to dress modestly in line with local custom. Beachwear, athletic wear and overly casual clothing are out of place. Carry a smart change for after the round. Always confirm the current clubhouse dress expectations directly before your visit.
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Researched and written by the GolfForKings editorial desk. Dress code and policy details verified from Emirates Golf Club and Dubai Golf information in June 2026. Last reviewed June 2026.