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Partly blocked Updated 14 Oct 2026 About 5 minutes

How to unblock imo in United Arab Emirates

United Arab Emirates partly blocks imo. A VPN sends your connection through another country so the block no longer applies. This guide uses Proton VPN.

Short answer

Use Proton VPN, connect to Germany, then open imo.

We picked Proton VPN because it's the best fit for imo here: swiss-based with open-source apps and a free tier, plus a Stealth protocol for restrictive networks.

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Why imo doesn't work in United Arab Emirates

imo is partly blocked in United Arab Emirates. Calls blocked.

WhatsApp, FaceTime and Signal voice and video calls are blocked; messaging works normally.

Is a VPN legal in United Arab Emirates? Legal with restrictions. VPNs are legal for legitimate purposes. Using one to commit a crime or to access blocked services for illegal ends can bring heavy fines.

Step by step with Proton VPN

  1. Install and sign in

    Install Proton VPN on the phone or computer where you use imo, then sign in.

  2. Check the protocol

    Leave the protocol on Smart (the default) for the best speed.

  3. Connect to a nearby server

    Connect to a server in Germany, Netherlands or Switzerland. imo works normally in these countries, and nearby servers are faster.

  4. Open imo and make a test call

    Calls should connect once the VPN is on.

  5. Keep it connected during calls

    In United Arab Emirates it's mainly calls that are blocked. Keep the VPN on for the whole call, or the call will drop.

Tip: If calls drop, switch to a TCP-based protocol.

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If it still doesn't work

  • Force-close imo and open it again after the VPN connects.
  • Try another server in the same country.
  • Turn off your browser's or phone's "private DNS" setting if it overrides the VPN.

Or try another VPN

ExpressVPN Connects

Leave the protocol on Automatic. ExpressVPN picks the fastest option for you.

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NordVPN Connects

Leave the protocol on NordLynx (the default). You don't need obfuscation for this block.

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What people in United Arab Emirates are reporting

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Questions people ask

Does imo work in United Arab Emirates without a VPN?

Partly. Some features of imo are blocked in United Arab Emirates: Calls blocked.

Is it legal to use a VPN for imo in United Arab Emirates?

Legal with restrictions. VPNs are legal for legitimate purposes. Using one to commit a crime or to access blocked services for illegal ends can bring heavy fines. This is general information, not legal advice.

Can I use a free VPN to unblock imo in United Arab Emirates?

A trustworthy free VPN can work for a simple block like this one. Proton VPN's free plan is the safest free option. Avoid unknown free VPN apps, which often sell browsing data.

Why does imo still not work with the VPN on?

Force-close imo and open it again after the VPN connects. Try another server in the same country. Turn off your browser's or phone's "private DNS" setting if it overrides the VPN.

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