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Ministry tightens barber shop rules; home services require special permit

MENA Climate Desk · 8 Nov 2026 · 1 min
Ministry tightens barber shop rules; home services require special permit
The Ministry of Municipalities and Housing has mandated that barbers hold valid health certificates, maintain personal hygiene, and observe proper health practices before and during service provision. Home barbering services outside a licensed establishment require a specific permit, and men's barber shops must clean, disinfect, and sterilize reusable tools after each use while single-use tools must be disposed of immediately after use. Establishments are also required to regularly clean and sterilize all equipment and maintain the cleanliness of service areas to protect customers' health and enhance service quality.