How can you apply for a move permit in Dubai? And are you eligible? Find out.
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To get a move permit you need to fulfill certain criteria.
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Dubai residents stepping out for any essential reason like purchasing groceries or medicines or visiting a doctor needs to apply for a move permit.
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You can apply for the permit online on www.dxbpermit.gov.ae
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You can only select from three options as reasons for travel - medical appointment, grocery and medical supplies or emergency.
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You also need to specify if you will be walking, cycling or driving when outdoors.
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Can I go out for grocery shopping?
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You need to specify if you will be walking, cycling, driving or using public transport.
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Try to shop in bulk for two to three days to avoid stepping out every day.
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Only one member from a household should go for the purpose. You should also need to keep receipts, if you are asked to provide any proof by police officers patrolling the roads or at a later date in case the radar catches you.
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Remember to wear gloves and masks and maintain social distancing. To know more about social distancing, read here: https://gulfnews.com/1.1584456071531
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If you are walking outdoors to buy essentials, follow these tips.
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You are not allowed to step outdoors for leisure or exercise.
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Cycling is only allowed for essential trips and not for leisure or exercise.
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IMPORTANT - If you do step out for an essential trip, make sure you have a screenshot of the permit on your phone, to avoid legal action, according to Dubai Police.
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Workers in vital sectors need to obtain a work letter.
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It should state details of your movement. You also need to carry your Emirates ID and work permit.
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These are the vital sectors that are exempted from the restrictions.
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Construction companies working on major projects are exempted from the restrictions.
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They need to get the necessary permits from Dubai Municipality and the Permanent Committee for Labour Affairs. You can read more about it here: https://gulfnews.com/1.70833965
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Companies doing additional work for these projects need to get a letter from the exempted company and contact Dubai Police on 901.
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Inter-emirate travel has been allowed. You can read more about it here: https://gulfnews.com/1.70820028
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