Does my child need to get a COVID-19 test before flight to the UAE?

Travelling from India requires passengers to get a RT-PCR test from specific laboratories

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Huda Tabrez, Living in UAE Editor (Living in UAE Editor)
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What are the requirements for COVID-19 test when flying into Dubai?
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Is the test required for children under the age of 12?
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Emirates airlines has issued clear guidelines on the requirements that passengers need to fulfil.
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The test is required for passengers on connecting flights through Dubai as well.
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The test requirement excludes children under the age of 12 or people of determination.
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Who can get a visa on arrival? https://gulfnews.com/1.1579613372828
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Regular flight operations should have started between the two countries to travel on a visit visa.
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You can only do a test at an approved laboratory.
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List of approved labs in India: https://www.icmr.gov.in/pdf/covid/labs/COVID_Testing_Labs_10072020.pdf
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If you test positive at the airport, you would need to undergo isolation.
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You also need to complete a health declaration form.
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A quarantine undertaking form also needs to be signed.
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