Abu Dhabi Emergency, Crisis and Disasters Committee has approved new entry requirements for Abu Dhabi from Monday, 19 July to prevent Covid-19 variants and ensure continuous testing.

The committee has approved entry in Abu Dhabi within 48 hours of receiving a negative PCR test result and a negative DPI result.

Those entering via PCR must take a PCR test on day four of entry for those staying for four days or more and an additional test on day eight for those staying eight days or more.

Those entering via DPI must take a PCR test on day three of entry for those staying 48 hours or more and an additional PCR test on day seven for those staying seven days or more.

A DPI test can only be used once to enter Abu Dhabi.

The procedures apply to all vaccinated and non-vaccinated citizens and residents. Those failing to take the required tests are liable for fines.

WAM