Sharjah Airport on Wednesday announced the suspension of COVID-19 PCR testing at its medical centre upon reaching the maximum capacity. The decision has been taken in line with the commitment of the authorities to ensure social distancing as a COVID-19 precautionary measure.

However, COVID-19 PCR testing will continue for airport employees and passengers travelling through the airport to maintain the health and safety of the public.

According to a tweet posted by the airport authorities on social media, the decision was taken to ensure strict compliance with COVID-19 safety measures and protect the health and wellbeing of all community members.

 “We would like to inform you that Sharjah Airport medical centre will stop providing COVID-19 PCR test services upon reaching the maximum capacity in order to maintain adherence to precautionary measures and physical distancing with the exception of the Airport staff and passengers travelling through Sharjah Airport," the tweet read.