Abu Dhabi has introduced new changes for passengers to enable COVID-19 vaccinations taken outside of the UAE to be recognized.
The UAE’s flagship test and vaccine app is now required to enter public places like supermarkets, malls, gyms, and other public premises. Al Hosn app allows the user to show proof they have taken a coronavirus vaccine, or had a recent test.
Flying to Abu Dhabi – Read more in our guide below :
Step 1
Take a COVID-19 PCR test *72 hours before you fly to Abu Dhabi, register for ICA approval and download the UAE Al Hosn app.
*Test timings are earlier from some origins, check etihad.com/destinationguide before you travel.
Step 2
When you land, you’ll have to take a COVID-19 PCR test at Abu Dhabi airport.
Step 3
Unless you’re travelling from a Green list country or travel corridor and are fully vaccinated, you must quarantine.
Step 4
Take a follow-up COVID-19 PCR test on the days required, depending on where you’ve travelled from and your vaccination status.
Al Hosn app green pass system
Abu Dhabi is operating a green pass system via the Al Hosn app.
Guests will only be able to enter public places in Abu Dhabi if they’ve been fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and have green status in the Al Hosn app. For green status:
- Register via the ICA app or at ica.gov.ae at least five days before the flight
- When guests land in Abu Dhabi, they will receive a UID number
- Download the Al Hosn app and register using their UID
- Guests receive green status on the Al Hosn app – they must present this to enter public places in Abu Dhabi, including hotels, restaurants, malls and supermarkets
For essential information on quarantine, transiting or travelling to Dubai and other Emirates, visit Abu Dhabi Travel Information.
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