Last week it was announced Abu Dhabi would be reopening its borders to tourists.
The reopening of the borders to international travellers is to “support recovery plans of the country’s tourism sector and economy”, the Federal Authority for Identity and Citizenship (ICA) said.
However, unlike neighbouring emirate Dubai, those arriving into Abu Dhabi those who are arriving from an international destination – whether they are tourists or residents – must quarantine in their homes or a hotel room for 14 days even if they test negative for COVID-19.
In a recent statement issued by the Abu Dhabi Media Office, per the emirate’s Crisis, Emergency and Disasters Committee, the quarantine rules for international travellers have been reiterated.
The #AbuDhabi Crisis, Emergency and Disasters Committee requires international travellers to Abu Dhabi to disclose date of entry into the country at check points designated for international travellers at all ports, and to adhere to approved quarantine guidelines. pic.twitter.com/Bk31nzVw1B
— مكتب أبوظبي الإعلامي (@admediaoffice) September 28, 2020
“The Abu Dhabi Crisis, Emergency and Disasters Committee requires international travellers to Abu Dhabi to disclose the date of entry into the country at check points designated for international travellers at all ports, and to adhere to approved quarantine guidelines,” the statement read.
It was also outlined that those who did not adhere to the implemented guidelines, there would be fines and penalties to face.
Abu Dhabi’s borders have opened three months after Dubai opened its borders back in July.
For those seeking to travel to the emirate, a negative COVID-19 test is required. Once you arrive, you only need to isolate until you receive the negative test result.
