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What are the new COVID-19 protocols for entering federal government buildings in UAE?

From January 3, 2022, federal employees and visitors must present a Green Pass on Al Hosn

Published: December 20, 2021 15:09 Zainab Husain, Staff Writer

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The National Emergency Crisis and Disasters Management Authority (NCEMA) has implemented the Al Hosn App’s Green Pass system for employees and visitors entering federal government entities. NCEMA announced the new protocol on December 19, 2021. — You will now need a Green Pass to enter government buildings. Image Credit: Anas Thacharpadikkal/Gulf News

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From January 3, 2022, only vaccinated employees and visitors with a valid negative PCR result or those excluded from vaccination will be allowed to enter government offices. — The new policy will come into effect on January 3, 2022. Image Credit: Abu Dhabi Media office

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Federal employees and visitors must have received two doses of any approved COVID-19 vaccines in the UAE and taken the booster doses. — All government employees and visitors must have received two doses of vaccine approved in the UAE, as well as a booster dose, if applicable. Image Credit: Supplied

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However, vaccinated individuals will still need to undergo a PCR [Polymerase Chain Reaction] test every 14 days to retain a Green Pass on the Al Hosn App. — You can book a COVID-19 vaccine appointment through Whatsapp. Click here: gulfnews.com/1.1622538506099 Image Credit: Ahmed Ramzan/Gulf News

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Unvaccinated employees and visitors will be denied entry to government centres and offices. — How do I receive a COVID-19 vaccine? Read here: gulfnews.com/1.1616078657285 Image Credit: Gulf News Archives

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People excluded from vaccination will be allowed to enter government entities if their status on the Al Hosn App is green. — People wishing to be exempt must visit approved Abu Dhabi centres for medical evaluation. To find out more, read here: gulfnews.com/1.79118758 Image Credit: Anas Thacharpadikkal/Gulf News

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The groups exempted from vaccination must do a PCR test every seven days. — Find out where you can get tested for free and the maximum cost you may have to pay. Read here: gulfnews.com/1.1632204208502 Image Credit: WAM

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Children under the age of 16 are not required to take any lab tests. — Picture used for illustrative purposes only. Image Credit: Anas Thacharpadikkal/Gulf News

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To keep your Green Pass status on Al Hosn active, you must take a PCR test every 14 days and test negative for COVID-19. If the status on the app is grey, that means a PCR test is required. — On December 5, Ministry of Health and Prevention (MoHAP) changed the validity of the Green Pass status on Al Hosn to 14 days. To find out more click here: gulfnews.com/1.1638438738160 Image Credit: Supplied

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The Ministry of Health and Prevention (MOHAP) and NCEMA also urged residents and citizens to receive booster doses of COVID-19 vaccines. — How do I get a booster shot in the UAE? Read here: gulfnews.com/1.1638155100227 Image Credit: AFP

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Booster shots against COVID-19 In the past, NCEMA and MOHAP have reiterated the importance of receiving booster shots to increase immunity in society and prevent the spread of COVID-19 mutations and genetic variants. — How do I receive a Pfizer booster shot? Read here: gulfnews.com/1.1638270533528 Image Credit: Virendra Saklani/Gulf News

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