As international travel is gradually opening up, countries across the globe are continuously updating their entry rules. Latest among these is Abu Dhabi, which has recently released a new set of guidelines for visitors during the pandemic. By Kumar Shree
The Abu Dhabi Emergency, Crisis and Disasters Committee, in collaboration with the Department of Health, has recently updated its entry rules for tourists, for better regulation of inbound guests, and to prevent new cases of Coronavirus in the country. As per the new rules, those arriving in Abu Dhabi will now have to present a COVID-19 negative PCR-test report and a DPI laser test, both with a validity of six days.
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However, the updated rules do not apply to international arrivals with a negative PCR test report, and also differ for flyers and drivers. While those flying to Abu Dhabi do not need to show two tests, those driving into the country must provide a negative PCR or DPI laser test, taken within 48 hours of arrival.
As reported by The National, the government’s media office said last week, “People who ordinarily commute daily to Abu Dhabi are advised to reduce or limit their movement during this time to protect themselves and their families from the risk of infection.”
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Abu Dhabi has these entry restrictions in place since May. While the earlier restriction required only the negative PCR test for entry, the update also asks for DPI laser test.
DPI stands for Diffractive Phase Interferometry, which uses laser technology to scan your blood sample for growing red blood cells, which indicates the infection in your system.
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