Abu Dhabi travel details updated

Authorities in Abu Dhabi have approved two tests which allow entry into the emirate, while continuing precautionary measures to contain the spread of Covid-19.

The new guidelines will come into effect from Thursday (August 27) and will permit travel into Abu Dhabi within 48 hours of receiving a negative PCR test result.

Measures will also allow entry within 48 hours of receiving a negative DPI laser test result, provided there is also a negative PCR test result received within six days prior to entry.

The Abu Dhabi Emergency, Crisis and Disasters Committee stressed that the same type of test cannot be taken twice-in-a-row within six days.

Volunteers taking part in the Phase III trials of an inactivated Covid-19 vaccine are exempt from these measures and are authorised to use emergency vehicle lanes for a smooth journey.

Anyone violating the measures will be subject to penalties and fines.