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You need to have a negative COVID-19 test valid for 48 hours to enter Abu Dhabi, according to the latest announcement by the Abu Dhabi Emergency, Crisis and Disaster Committee to tackle the COVID-19 pandemic. Read more here: https://gulfnews.com/1.1593600890004
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A Gulf News reader, who lives in Germany, wrote in asking whether he would be allowed to enter Abu Dhabi on an upcoming trip to the UAE.
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He said that during his trip to the UAE, he would need to travel between Abu Dhabi and Dubai, and was willing to get the necessary COVID-19 tests done.
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Was the permission to enter Abu Dhabi, following a negative COVID-19 test result, only for citizens and residents?
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According to Abu Dhabi Police, visitors with a negative COVID-19 result can also enter the emirate.
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However, the test needs to be done at a centre affiliated with the National Screening Programme, and valid for 48 hours.
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Where are these centres?
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Seha centres for National Screening programme outside the UAE have extended their work timings from 10am to 8pm, and will be open on weekends, too.
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Dubai - City Walk, Mina Rashid
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Dubai - Al Khawaneej
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National Screening Centre locations in Sharjah and Ajman
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National Screening Centre locations in Umm Al Quwain and Ras Al Khaimah
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National Screening Centre locations in Fujairah
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The cost of the test is Dh370. Find out if you are eligible for a free COVID-19 test here: gulfnews.com/1.1592490027879
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