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    Explained: COVID-19 test for entering Abu Dhabi

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    Explained: COVID-19 test for entering Abu Dhabi

    Authorities clarified the process for entering the emirate and how workers can commute


    Published:  July 01, 2020 14:21 Huda Tabrez, Senior News Editor

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    Authorities have recently announced changes to how you can enter Abu Dhabi. Here is all you need to know. Image Credit: Clint Egbert/Gulf News
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    On June 29, it was said that those with negative COVID-19 test results can enter Abu Dhabi. Read more here: https://gulfnews.com/1.72313935 Image Credit: Clint Egbert/Gulf News
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    You can show the negative test result on the Al Hosn app or a text message from a health authority affiliated with the National Screening Programme.. Image Credit: Clint Egbert/Gulf News
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    Do you still need a move permit to enter Abu Dhabi? No. Image Credit: Clint Egbert/Gulf News
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    Why was the step taken? Image Credit: Clint Egbert/Gulf News
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    How can you enter Abu Dhabi, now? Image Credit: Clint Egbert/Gulf News
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    Entry of blue-collar workers who are not based in Abu Dhabi is still not allowed. Image Credit: Clint Egbert/Gulf News
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    Some exceptions have been announced. Image Credit: Clint Egbert/Gulf News
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    Children under 12, those requiring certain medical procedures and representatives of government departments have been exempted. Image Credit: Clint Egbert/Gulf News
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    Frontline workers are not excluded from the restriction. Image Credit: Clint Egbert/Gulf News
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    What if I am visiting family outside Abu Dhabi over the weekend? Image Credit: Clint Egbert/Gulf News
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    Try to minimise your travel to only essential trips. Image Credit: Clint Egbert/Gulf News
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    I work in Abu Dhabi but live in another emirate - what should I do? Image Credit: Clint Egbert/Gulf News
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    Workers have been advised to manage their work to ensure they have the necessary negative test result to enter the emirate. Image Credit: Clint Egbert/Gulf News
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    How can I get a COVID-19 test every time? Image Credit: Clint Egbert/Gulf News
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    While each test costs Dh370, authorities have advised people to only travel when necessary and get the test to ensure the community's health and safety. Image Credit: Clint Egbert/Gulf News
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    Some categories of people can get free COVID-19 tests in the UAE. Image Credit: Clint Egbert/Gulf News
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    Read more here: gulfnews.com/1.1592490027879 Image Credit: Clint Egbert/Gulf News
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    If you do not fall under these categories, you will be required to cover the cost of the test. Image Credit: Clint Egbert/Gulf News
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