Coronavirus restrictions: All the places that are now open in the UAE

COVID-19: All the announcements regarding reopening and resumption of services in the UAE

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Confused about what is open and what isn't in the UAE? These are all the announcements made by the authorities so far.
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In an announcement on May 28, Dubai Municipality said that it would be opening major beaches and parks in the emirate, along with the Dubai Frame. For the complete report, visit: gulfnews.com/1.1590696158870
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Bus, Metro, tram and marine transport services have resumed in Dubai. Read the latest announcement here: https://gulfnews.com/1.71694394
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Offices in Dubai, too, have been allowed to function at 50 per cent capacity. By June 14, government offices are expected to go up to 100 per cent occupancy. Read more here: gulfnews.com/1.1590584952823
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In Dubai, malls, souqs and wholesale establishments have been opened. Read our complete report on malls reverting to a 10am to 10pm timing here: gulfnews.com/1.1590483013742
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However, all establishments have been asked to adhere to social distancing procedures, with people asked to always wear a face mask.
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Here is a glimpse of malls in the UAE since they resumed operations here: https://gulfnews.com/1.1588076479710
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While cinemas resumed operations in Dubai from May 27, only 2D films were allowed to be shown. 3D and 4D films have not been permitted, until further notice. Read more: https://gulfnews.com/1.71692071
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Restaurants are also returning to normal operations, even though takeaway is advised as well as disposable cutlery as much as possible. Read the detailed guidelines issued by Dubai Economic Department for the resumption of commercial activity in the emirate here: gulfnews.com/1.1590570940560
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Various other entertainment activities in Dubai also resumed operations from May 27. These include ice rinks, Go Karting, Observation Decks and Platforms, museums, The Green Planet, dolphinarium, Ski Dubai, aquariums, open air shows.
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Valet services, too, were allowed to resume operations in Dubai from May 27.
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Barbershops and salons, including children's salons, have been allowed to operate at 50 per cent capacity. Read about how a barbershop experience - along with many other experiences - has changed here: gulfnews.com/1.1590481179949
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As flights resume operations, read about the precautions that airlines are taking here: https://gulfnews.com/1.71615822
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Government outsourced departments have also resumed operations from May 27.
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Read all about the phased opening of parks in Dubai here: https://gulfnews.com/1.71531520
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Shops in Dubai Gold Souq too opened on May 13, to catch glimpses of the traditional part of Dubai visit: https://gulfnews.com/1.1589390555623
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Hotel beaches have also been allowed to open, but with strict regulations to ensure public health and safety. Read more: https://gulfnews.com/1.1589440942974
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MOHRE announced that it would open all service centres from May 2. For details of the announcement, visit: gulfnews.com/1.71199189
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Read all about the lifting of restrictions in the Naif and Al Ras area of Dubai here: gulfnews.com/1.1587926242511
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The Indian Consulate said that it was opening up passport services at five centres. Read the complete announcement here: https://gulfnews.com/1.71182908

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