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Abu Dhabi entry guidelines: Which tests are accepted and where can you get it done?

Want to visit Abu Dhabi but confused about entry restrictions? Here's all you need to know

Published: October 20, 2020 14:57 Last updated: November 19, 2020 12:42 Huda Tabrez, Living in UAE Editor

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If you have been confused about the requirements to enter Abu Dhabi from another emirate, here is a breakdown of all the latest guidelines and where, and how you can get a COVID-19 test. — Want to enter Abu Dhabi - these are the guidelines Image Credit: Gulf News

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1. Entering Abu Dhabi requires an individual to provide a negative COVID-19 test result. — Entry requirements for Abu Dhabi Image Credit: Ahmed Ramzan/Gulf News

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a. An RT-PCR test, which is done through a nasal swab. b. Laser-based DPI test, which is a blood test. — You have two options for the COVID-19 test. Image Credit: Gulf News

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You can only enter Abu Dhabi within 48 hours of receiving the test result. — Image Credit: Ahmed Ramzan/Gulf News

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2. If you plan to stay for four or more consecutive days must take a PCR test on the fourth day of entry. 3. If you stay for eight or more consecutive days, you must take another PCR test on the eighth day. — According to the updated regulations applicable from November 8, individuals are required to take a re-test on Day 4 and Day 8. Day 1 is counted from the day of entry. Read more here: https://gulfnews.com/1.1604495360372 Image Credit: Ahmed Ramzan/Gulf News

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These rules apply to anyone entering Abu Dhabi, including Abu Dhabi residents who may have exited the emirate and are returning. — Image Credit: Gulf News

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However, volunteers in the COVID-19 vaccine trials are exempt from these measures and are authorised to use emergency vehicle lanes for a smooth journey. — COVID-19 vaccine trial volunteers are exempt. Image Credit: Ahmed Ramzan/Gulf News

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RT-PCR test The cost of the test as well as requirement for booking an appointment, will depend on the testing centre you visit and the health authority operating it. — Where can I go to get tested for COVID-19? Image Credit: Ahmed Ramzan/Gulf News

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Dubai Health Authority Cost of test: Dh150 Call: 800 342 Seha Abu Dhabi Health Services Company Cost of test: Dh250 Call: 800 1717 — Cost of tests at DHA and Seha centres. Image Credit: Ahmed Ramzan/Gulf News

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Ministry of Health and Prevention Cost of test: Free Call: 800 11111 — MOHAP centres offer the test for free. Image Credit: Gulf News

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• Al Ahli Club • Al Nasr club – Oud Metha • Hamariya • Majlis Al Rashidiya • Majlis Al Jumeirah • Mall of Emirates — List of PCR test centre locations in Dubai Image Credit: Ahmed Ramzan/Gulf News

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• Mirdif City Centre • Deira City Centre • City Walk (Seha screening centre) — List of PCR test centre locations in Dubai Image Credit: Gulf News

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Some DHA public health centres also provide an RT-PCR test. However, you would need to contact DHA on 800 342 to find out if the public health centre close to you residence offers the service. — Image Credit: Ahmed Ramzan/Gulf News

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• Zayed Sports City • Al Wathba Screening Centre • A Bahia Screening Centre • Al Shamkha screening centre • Abu Dhabi Corniche • Al Ain – Asharij Screening Centre — Location of PCR testing centres in Abu Dhabi Image Credit: Gulf News

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• Al Dhafra – Madinah Zayed • Al Dhafra – Ghayathi • Al Dhafra – Al Mifra • Al Dahfra – Al Silla • Al Dhafra – Liwa • Al Dhafra – Delma — Location of PCR testing centres in Abu Dhabi Image Credit: Gulf News

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Sharjah • Golf and Shooting Club • Al Sajaa Shopping Center • A tent in Al Qasimia area Near to Al Gharb Police Station & Africa Hall — List of PCR test centre locations in Sharjah. Image Credit: Supplied

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• Wasit Health Center • Sharjah Health Center • Lou, Aluoayyah Health Center • Al Dhaid Health Center • Al Qassimi Hospital • Kuwait Hospital — List of PCR testing centre locations in Sharjah Image Credit: Ahmed Ramzan/Gulf News

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Ajman • Al Jerf 2 • Al Bait Metwahid Hall Ras Al Khaimah • Dafan Al Khor centre, near the corniche • Al Mairid Health Centre — PCR test centres in Ahman and Ras Al Khaimah Image Credit: Ahmed Ramzan/Gulf News

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• Al Jazerah Health Centre • Al Digdagah Health Centre • Al Dhait Health Centre • Al Rams Health Centre • Ebrahim Obaidullah Hospital • Saqar Hospital • New Abdullah Omran Hospital — List of PCR test centres in Ras Al Khiamah Image Credit: Ahmed Ramzan/Gulf News

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• Shaam Hospital Umm Al Quwain • Defence Camp • Al Salama Health Cente • Falaj Al Mualla Health Center • Al Khazan Health Center • Al Rafa Health Center — List of PCR test centres in Umm Al Quwain. Image Credit: Gulf News

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• Preventive Medical Center • UAQ Hospital Fujairah • National testing centre, near Fujairah Hospital • Exhibition Centre — PCR test centres in Fujairah Image Credit: Ahmed Ramzan/Gulf News

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DPI test Cost: Dh50 Abu Dhabi • Zayed Sports City • Abu Dhabi Corniche • Laser screening centre – Ghantoot — You can also get a DPI test done for Dh50. Image Credit: Gulf News

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Dubai • Port Rashid • Al Khwaneej Sharjah • Sharjah Golf and Shooting Club Ajman • Emirates Hospitality Centre — DPI test centre locations Image Credit: Ahmed Ramzan/Gulf News

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Ras Al Khaimah • Dafan Al Khor, near National Screening Centre Fujairah • Fujairah centre, near Fujairah Mall Al Ain • Al Hili Wedding Hall — DPI test centre locations Image Credit: Gulf News

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