Changes to the conditions of travel with Etihad Airways

Following recent directives from the UAE government, from February 26, guests arriving on Etihad Airways flights to Abu Dhabi who have been vaccinated for COVID-19 will no longer need to have a nasal swab (PCR) screened prior to their travel.

Also, travelers transiting from or departing from Abu Dhabi will not need a nasal swab test (PCR) unless their final destination requires it.

Their vaccination certificates should carry a QR reader system.

Unvaccinated guests traveling to Abu Dhabi must present a certified negative PCR test result within 48 hours of their travel date, or a COVID-19 recovery certificate within 30 days of their travel date, certified and carrying a QR reader system.

Children under the age of 16 are exempt from the COVID-19 vaccination and nasal swab screening (PCR) either before travel, upon arrival or in transit.

As for guests traveling to Abu Dhabi as their final destination, they will continue to undergo a free PCR test upon arrival at Abu Dhabi International Airport.

They will not need further examinations after that in Abu Dhabi.

Etihad Airways continues to implement the regulatory guidance issued by the UAE government, other international governments and health authorities, and to play its part in helping to limit the spread of the COVID-19 virus.

In this regard, Terry Daly, Executive Director of Guest Experience, Branding and Marketing at Etihad Airways, said: “We welcome this important step by the relevant authorities in the UAE, which will make travel to and from Abu Dhabi and the Emirates easier, while ensuring A healthy and safe environment Abu Dhabi has a good reputation for a strong and rapid response to the pandemic in terms of high vaccination rates and a comprehensive approach to health and safety standards.Similarly, through the Etihad Health and Safety Program, Etihad Airways has been able to ensure a healthy and safe travel environment, and fully staffed two restaurants To take care of the guests and secure their needs on board. With all this in mind, we look forward to welcoming more guests and visitors to Abu Dhabi to enjoy its sunny weather and beautiful nature.”

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