How to Watch UK TV in the UAE
British news, soaps, kids TV and sport, live in Dubai, Abu Dhabi and across the Emirates.
Short answer: yes, you can watch UK TV live in the UAE with an IPTV subscription. You get the main British entertainment, news, kids and sports channels in one app on your TV. The UAE is 3 hours ahead of the UK in winter and 4 hours ahead in summer, so a 9 pm show in London airs at midnight or 1 am in Dubai.
Why British expats choose IPTV
Many UK streaming apps check your location and stop working once you land in Dubai or Abu Dhabi. Satellite dishes for UK channels are hard to set up in most UAE apartments. IPTV avoids both problems: it runs over your home internet and opens on any TV with a player app.
What UK channels are included
- The main UK public service and commercial channels, including their HD versions
- 24 hour UK news channels
- Entertainment, documentary, lifestyle and drama channels
- Children’s channels for younger viewers
- UK sports channels covering Premier League football, cricket, rugby, F1 and boxing
- Many regional versions, useful if you want local news from home
See the full list of groups on the channels page.
UK to UAE time difference
| UK time | UAE time (winter, GMT) | UAE time (summer, BST) |
|---|---|---|
| 7:00 am breakfast news | 11:00 am | 10:00 am |
| 3:00 pm Saturday football | 7:00 pm | 6:00 pm |
| 6:00 pm evening news | 10:00 pm | 9:00 pm |
| 9:00 pm prime time drama | 1:00 am | 12:00 am |
Missed a late show? Many player apps support catch up on selected channels, and the on demand library has a large selection of UK series.
How to start watching UK TV in Dubai
- Request a free 24 hour trial on WhatsApp.
- Follow the guide for your device: Fire TV Stick, Samsung or LG TV or Android TV.
- Open the UK group and check your favourite channels.
- Pick a plan when you are happy.
UK TV questions
Can I watch Premier League football from the UK in the UAE?
Yes. UK sports channels are included, and our football guide shows kick off times in UAE time.
Will my UK TV licence or streaming apps work in Dubai?
UK apps usually block viewers outside the UK. IPTV does not depend on your location, so it works the same in the UAE.
Can my kids watch British cartoons?
Yes. UK children’s channels are part of the UK group, and the on demand library has family films and series.
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Last updated: 25 October 2026 by Mohamed