Coronavirus: Dubai 24-hour restrictions – all you need to know
What you can do, what you can’t as the UAE fights COVID-19
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Confused about the details of the 24-hour restrictions in Dubai? Find out what you can and can't do.
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The National Sterilisation Programme has been extended in Dubai.
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People will not be allowed to leave their home, except for essential purposes or if they are working in vital sectors.
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How will these restrictions affect food retail outlets and pharmacies?
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Food retail outlets as well as pharmacies and food and medicine deliveries are allowed to operate as usual.
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However, only one family member is permitted to leave the house for this purpose.
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Why have the restrictions been intensified?
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The steps have been taken to ensure community health and safety.
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A few additional precautionary measures you must take when stepping outdoors ...
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Wear a mask and gloves and ensure social distancing.
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What happens in case of violations?
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Stringent legal action will be taken by authorities. If you are stepping out to shop for essentials, make sure you keep the receipts in case you need to provide proof.
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You should also keep the necessary documents, like details of a doctor's visit, if asked to prove why you were outdoors.
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If I’m working in one of the vital sectors which are exempted from the restrictions, can I go to work?
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Yes, employees working in vital sectors are exempted from restrictions. However, always carry your work ID and Emirates ID.
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These sectors include: healthcare, food supply outlets ...
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delivery services, restaurants, medicine and healthcare ...
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vital industrial sector, industrial supply chain for services and basic commodities, water and electricity sector, petrol and gas stations, district cooling services ...
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telecommunications, media, airports, airlines, ports, shipping, Customs duty, border crossings, security services ...
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municipality services ...
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organisations involved in combating COVID-19, public transport services ...
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and construction sector, subject to obtaining a permit.
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How can I get a permit to move?
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Radars are being used to identify motorists violating traffic restrictions. However, you can step out if you have the necessary permit or documentation.
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Employees working in vital sectors would need a letter from their employer, stating their movement to and from work. This needs to be presented to authorities.
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Employees working in supporting sectors are permitted to leave homes. They will be requested to present proof, when stopped by a police officer or detected by a radar
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If you wish to step out to buy food, medicine, for medical emergencies or for COVID-19 testing, you would need to register for a permit on dxbpermit.gov.ae
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For enquiries, you can call the hotline 800 PERMIT (800 737648).
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What forms of public transportation are allowed during this period?
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Dubai Metro services have been suspended.
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Will testing for COVID-19 increase in Dubai?
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Extensive medical tests will be conducted across densely populated areas of Dubai.
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What about employees working in support sectors?
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Employees are permitted to work between 8am and 2pm.
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What about public transport?
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Public bus services will be free of charge during the extended two-week disinfection period.
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Dubai Taxi vehicles and franchised taxis will offer a 50 per cent discount on normal fares.
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Have more questions? Email us at readers@gulfnews.com
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