Transitting through DXB on Emirates with a nearly expired passport

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In Jan 2023 I've got to fly to Oz on EK from CAI to MEL via a two hour stop in DXB and my passport will have less than six months validity as it expires in May 2023 - will that be a problem? (plan is to apply for a new passport once I get to Oz - hopefully the wait time will be back to normal by then).
 
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What passport is it and how long are you planning on staying for? If it’s Australian no problem. If not Australian then yes may be a problem - Australia just says must be valid for your stay but Emirates may have other ideas. Prepare to argue your case If you’re staying longer than May 23.

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No issues .
Need 6 months if visiting UAE (1 month tourist visa)
Need 3 months if a transit visa (96hr visa) is required. Passengers transiting for more than 8hrs are eligible for transit visa
As you are only 2 hrs and remaining in the airport. you are not requiring any visa of any sort so not an issue. Assuming AU passport
 
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