Coronavirus: How can Indians in the UAE register for repatriation?

Indian Embassy and Consulate create COVID-19 registration portal

Last updated: May 04, 2020 | 12:12

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Are you an Indian living in the UAE and have been affected by COVID-19? You can register to be repatriated once the movement restrictions are lifted.

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The registration portal is online and due to social distancing measures authorities have urged expats to use online methods and avoid visiting the consulate or embassy personally.

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The COVID-19 registration can be done by anyone negatively affected by the coronavirus.

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The website for registration is: ttps://www.cgidubai.gov.in/covid_register/

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You would also need to select the airport that is closest to your home address in India.

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Why do you wish to be repatriated? The form requires applicants to provide the reason behind the request.

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Once you have filled in the form, simply enter the verification code.

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Click submit and if you receive a message thanking you for registering, your application has gone through.

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It is important to remember that registering in the database does not guarantee a seat on a flight back home.

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If you have already registered in NORKA (gulfnews.com/1.1587990064841) you would still need to register on the new portal.

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If you need help filling in the form you can contact any of the community organisations for assistance.

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