Air travel has significantly changed in the last few months, and since August 1 passengers coming into Dubai have to obtain a negative PCR test before flying.
Luckily, Emirates has continued to make it as easy as possible for Dubai bound travellers and has now added more approved testing centres from around the world to its original list where a PCR nasal swab can be done.
It’s a significant increase, making the whole process a lot smoother. Note that your negative test has to be obtained 96 hours before flying to Dubai.
According to the release, passengers travelling from the UK can use any NHS clinic or laboratory “but the PCR test has to be approved by the Public Health authority e.g. Public Health England, Wales or Scotland”.
Those flying in from India, Pakistan and Bangladesh can get their negative test certificate from a facility approved by Pure Health.
Test requirement is applied to anyone flying into Dubai, whether as a tourist, resident, or connecting passenger, and you can check out .
Those coming from will need to have an additional test done upon landing in Dubai and self-isolate until they receive their results.
Emirates can also assist residence visa holders with acquiring the General Directorate of Residency and Foreign Affairs (GDRFA) before booking their flight back.
Children under the age of 12 or with moderate to severe disabilities are exempt from PCR testing.
Keep an eye on the Emirates website for more helpful information, including a recent announcement that the airline is now offering free cover for COVID-19 medical costs.
