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Expatriates still need permit to return to Dubai

August 18, 2020
Dubai's Burj Khalifa, the tallest structure and building in the world since 2009. — File photo
Dubai's Burj Khalifa, the tallest structure and building in the world since 2009. — File photo

DUBAI — Foreign residents who are overseas still require permission before returning, the emirate of Dubai said on Tuesday.

The United Arab Emirates in March suspended the entry of non-citizens as part of measures to curb the spread of the coronavirus disease.

Residents have since gradually been allowed to return, either after being granted a special exemption or by registering online, though many still remain overseas.

Last week, a federal policy requiring overseas residents to seek approval before they returned to the Gulf state was lifted.

However, Dubai still requires residents to apply for an entry permit, the emirate said in a statement.

Those travelling to the UAE need to obtain a negative COVID-19 test before arriving. Dubai in July reopened to foreign tourists, who do not require an entry permit.

The UAE has recorded 64,541 coronavirus infections and 364 deaths till Monday. — Agencies


August 18, 2020
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