East Coast & Northern Emirates Report 2026
Fujairah & UAQ Demographics Guide
Official guide to Fujairah (270k pop) and Umm Al Quwain (85k pop) — Al Bidyah Mosque (oldest in UAE - 1446 AD), Sheikh Zayed Mosque Fujairah, Our Lady of Arabia Church UAQ, and port maritime hubs.
Coastal & Maritime Demographics
**Fujairah** is the only UAE Emirate situated entirely on the Gulf of Oman (East Coast), while **Umm Al Quwain (UAQ)** is a tranquil Arabian Gulf coastal Emirate.
Both Emirates maintain strong traditional **Emirati cultural roots (32-35%)** alongside expatriate workforces in maritime ports, freezones, and hospitality.
Fujairah Emirate (East Coast - Gulf of Oman) (~270,000)
| Demographic Parameter | Details & Regional Distribution |
|---|---|
| Emirati vs Expat Ratio | ~35% Emirati Citizens / ~65% Expatriates |
| Primary Residential Districts | Fujairah City, Dibba Al Fujairah, Al Bithnah, Al Aqah Beach |
| Key Places of Worship | Al Bidyah Mosque (Oldest operating mosque in UAE - built 1446 AD), Sheikh Zayed Mosque Fujairah (2nd largest mosque in UAE), Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church |
| Economic Drivers | Global oil bunkering port, maritime shipping, Fujairah Free Zone (FFZ), & mountain eco-tourism |
Historic Religious Landmarks
- 🕌 Al Bidyah Mosque (Fujairah): Oldest operating mosque in UAE built in 1446 AD
- 🕌 Sheikh Zayed Mosque Fujairah: 2nd largest mosque in UAE (accommodates 28,000 worshippers)
- ⛪ Our Lady of Perpetual Help (Fujairah): Catholic church serving East Coast expats
Houses of Worship in UAQ
- 🕌 Sheikh Zayed Mosque UAQ: Central grand mosque overlooking coastal mangroves
- ⛪ Our Lady of Arabia Catholic Church (UAQ Industrial Area): Catholic parish serving UAQ residents
Frequently Asked Questions
Al Bidyah Mosque in Fujairah, built in 1446 AD from mud, stone, and plaster without timber.
Fujairah has ~270,000 residents, while UAQ has ~85,000 residents in 2026.
Our Lady of Perpetual Help in Fujairah City and Our Lady of Arabia in UAQ Industrial Area.
UAE Federal Portals
• Fujairah Government Portal: fujairah.ae