Abu Dhabi residents returning to the emirate via Dubai must present a negative Covid-19 test and then take another swab test on the sixth day to ensure they are free of the coronavirus.
The authorities in the capital issued a reminder about the rules governing entry to Abu Dhabi.
The emirate first introduced mandatory Covid-19 testing for people entering through Dubai at the end of June.
Since then the rules have since changed a few times, but under current regulations, entry to Abu Dhabi is permitted with a negative polymerase chain reaction swab or laser test, within 48 hours of receiving the result.
Only those who test negative are allowed to enter.
But anyone who enters and then remains in the emirate must take a PCR test on the sixth day.
The laser-based DPI technology (diffractive phase interferometry) uses blood samples to detect the virus.
It is the first step to identify suspected cases before they undergo a PCR swab test.
The rule applies to all UAE residents, including people who live in Abu Dhabi and left for a short trip.
“Abu Dhabi Emergency, Crisis and Disasters Committee for the Covid-19 Pandemic urges those travelling into #AbuDhabi emirate to adhere to the precautionary measures, including a mandatory PCR test on day 6, in order to protect the community’s safety,” the Abu Dhabi Media Office tweeted.
“Rule applies to all UAE residents, including returning Abu Dhabi residents.”
Anyone who fails to comply with the rule will be liable to “fines and legal proceedings,” the notice read.
Volunteers taking part in the Covid-19 vaccine trial being run in Abu Dhabi are exempt from the measures.
They are authorised to use emergency vehicle lanes when entering the capital.
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A volunteer undergoes a check-up before being accepted to the Covid-19 vaccine trial at Adnec. Victor Besa / The National -
Vaccine volunteers at the Adnec volunteer facility. Victor Besa / The National -
Volunteers read information about the Covid-19 vaccine trial at Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre. Victor Besa / The National -
Vaccine volunteers wait to be screened at the Adnec facility. Victor Besa / The National -
A volunteer has his heart rate checked after registering to take part in the Covid-19 clinical trial in Abu Dhabi. Victor Besa / The National -
Volunteers wait to be screened and injected with the Covid-19 vaccine at Adnec. Victor Besa / The National -
Volunteers are led to a stall where they are screened and vaccinated as part of the Covid-19 vaccine trial in Abu Dhabi. Victor Besa / The National -
Volunteers wait to be screened and injected with the Covid-19 vaccine at Adnec. Victor Besa / The National -
Nurses update medical records as part of the Covid-19 vaccine trial in Abu Dhabi. Victor Besa / The National -
A mother-of-three, 41, has volunteered as part of the Covid-19 vaccine trial because her husband is in the aviation industry, which has been among the hardest hit by the pandemic. Victor Besa / The National -
A volunteer, 26, takes part in the Covid-19 vaccine trial to give back and support the UAE. Victor Besa / The National -
Volunteers wait their turn to be screened and inoculated with the first of two Covid-19 vaccines. Victor Besa / The National -
Volunteers wait their turn to be inoculated with the first of two Covid-19 vaccines. Victor Besa / The National -
Volunteers register to take part in the Covid-19 vaccine trial in Abu Dhabi. Victor Besa / The National -
Staff take a selfie in front of the monitor that displays the number of volunteers who have been vaccinated since the start if the trial. Victor Besa / The National -
A monitor displays the number of volunteers who have received their first vaccine since the trial began. Victor Besa / The National -
A volunteer waits her turn to get a medical check up at the Covid-19 vaccine trial facility in Abu Dhabi. Victor Besa / The National -
Volunteers read information about the Covid-19 vaccine trial at Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre. Victor Besa / The National -
Volunteers for the Covid-19 vaccine trial wait to be screened at Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre. Victor Besa / The National
