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COVID-19: 80 per cent capacity allowed at UAE National Day events

What are the PCR test requirements for participating in celebration?

Published: November 03, 2021 17:45 Huda Tabrez, Living in UAE Editor

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The UAE has announced the COVID-19 related protocol for public gatherings during UAE Commemoration Day and the UAE National Day. — The Commemoration Day falls on December 1 and UAE National Day is on December 2. Image Credit: Gulf News archive

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The announcement was made by the National Crisis and Emergency Management Authority on November 2, 2021. — Read the announcement here: gulfnews.com/1.1635862595109 Image Credit: Virendra Saklani/Gulf News

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These are the rules that you will need to follow when joining the upcoming National Day celebrations: - Present a negative result of PCR [Polymerase Chain Reaction] test conducted less than 96 hours prior to the activity. — Need to get a PCR test? These are the costs across the UAE: gulfnews.com/1.1632204208502 Image Credit: Clint Egbert/Gulf News

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- Temperature must be checked before entry for all attendees. - The attendance capacity at the event should be set at 80 per cent. - Always wear face masks when indoors and in crowded areas. — Rules to follow when attending events. Image Credit: Pexels

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- Adhere to a physical distance of 1.5 metres. - Members of the same family can stay together without the need to apply the physical distancing rule. — Image Credit: Virendra Saklani/Gulf News

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- People of all ages are allowed to attend the event, provided they have received the vaccine more than 14 days ago, got a booster shot or have a Green Pass status on their Al Hosn application. — How to maintain the Green Pass status on the Al Hosn app: gulfnews.com/1.1632411268958 Image Credit: Virendra Saklani/Gulf News

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- Maintain social distance, avoid shaking hands or hugging. When taking photos, ensure that you keep proper distance. — It is important to continue to adhere to social distancing measures. Image Credit: Virendra Saklani/Gulf News

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In September, Abu Dhabi Media Office announced that those who have received their second dose of the Sinopharm vaccine should get a booster dose to maintain eligibility for the Green Status on the Al Hosn app. — Read more about it here: gulfnews.com/1.1630298987537 Image Credit: Gulf News

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