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Updated November 2024

Ras Al Khaimah is one of the seven Emirates of the United Arab Emirates where you can find many interesting attractions and places to visit on your trip to the Emirates. Soon in 2027, a new addition to its long list of attractions will arrive: the first casino in the emirates will be built at Ras Al Khaimah.

In this article, Wego will provide you comprehensive information about the first establishment of its kind in the UAE.

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What is Wynn Marjan?

Wynn Marjan is set to be the first casino to operate in the United Arab Emirates.

Even though gambling has long been prohibited in the UAE, the Emirati government is currently drafting gambling restrictions based on Singaporean and US gambling laws. The government’s plan to build a new casino comes in the wake of fierce competition in the Gulf. As an economic and leisure center, the UAE aims to establish itself as the preferred holiday spot in the region and to diversify its economy away from oil.

On the site of the Wynn Al Marjan Island, Wynn Resorts and Encore Boston Harbor are also set to be built and will offer 4,748 luxurious and spacious accommodations, 20 exquisite dining experiences, 14 high-end bars, and 2 state-of-the-art spas that promise comfort and relaxation amidst the 194,000 square feet casino space and facilities.

Wynn Marjan updates & news

The General Commercial Gaming Regulatory Authority (GCGRA) has officially issued an operator license to Wynn Marjan, a joint venture between Marjan and RAK Hospitality Holding. With this authorization, the first casino in the UAE is now underway.