Spotify has announced that from September 2025, it will raise its monthly Premium Individual price in the UAE—among other markets—to €11.99 (about AED 48) from €10.99. This move covers regions across the Middle East, Africa, Asia‑Pacific, South Asia, Latin America and Europe. Spotify will notify affected users by email in the coming weeks .
What’s Changing for UAE Spotify Subscribers
Spotify’s global price hike affects UAE Premium Individual users from September 2025 onward.
- New monthly price: €11.99 (~AED 48) – up from €10.99 (~AED 45)
- Subscribers will receive an official email explaining the change
- No change to Duo, Family or Student plans mentioned yet
This update aligns with similar adjustments globally and reflects Spotify’s aim to improve profit margins amid rising costs .
Why Spotify Is Raising Prices
Spotify cited several reasons behind the hike:
- Offset higher employee‑salary related taxes
- Improve long‑term profit margins
- Support ongoing investment in features and services
Despite growth in subscribers, Spotify posted weaker‑than‑expected profit forecasts for Q3, prompting cost adjustments. The stock rose about 3–5% after the announcement .
What It Means for UAE Users and Competitors
For subscribers in the UAE, this increase means paying roughly AED 3 extra per month. While modest, it may steer some toward offers from other services.
- Apple Music, Anghami or YouTube Music may now look more competitive, especially for Family plans
- Spotify still offers free ad‑supported tiers, but Premium remains the core offering
Spotify hasn’t confirmed price rises for other tiers or new services like their long‑promised “Supremium” high‑fidelity plan .