visaprocessUAE: How to get a COVID-19 test to enter Abu Dhabi?

Rapid COVID-19 screening test for Abu Dhabi

The Dh50 test can only be taken through pre-booked appointment.
Abu Dhabi has opened a rapid coronavirus screening centre for people wanting to enter the emirate.

What is the test?
The rapid screening test, which employs a laser-based technique, was set up at the Ghantoot border check point, Off E11, on July 12.
The test detects inflammation in blood samples within seconds.
By screening individuals, it reduces the number of people needing the RT-PCR test.
If you wish to visit Abu Dhabi, you are required to pre-book an appointment for the test.

Book an appointment here: https://ghantoot.quantlase.com/appointment/update-details/

The test costs Dh50.
How long does the test take?
Five minutes.

If you test positive, you would be required to take the RT-PCR test.
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Do you still need a move permit to enter Abu Dhabi? No.

How can you enter Abu Dhabi?
Everyone, UAE citizen or resident is allowed to enter the emirate of Abu Dhabi within 48 hours of receiving a negative COVID-19 test result.

You can show the negative test result on the Al Hosn App or a text message from a health authority affiliated with the National Screening Programme.

Who are not allowed to enter Abu Dhabi?
Those transporting mail and goods of all kinds, which was excempted from the need to apply for a permit from the start.
Non-Abu Dhabi based blue-collar workers.

Some exceptions have been announced.
Those with medical appointments for cancer or kidney related treatment.
Children under 12, those requiring certain medical procedures and representatives of government departments have been exempted.
They may apply for a one day Mission permit for a maximum of 14 hours (6am to 8pm)
Front line workers are not excluded from the restriction.

What if I am visiting family outside Abu Dhabi over the weekend?
The decision allows those who wish to leave the emirate to do so and re-enter again. a test may be taken at Seha Screening Centers across the UAE.

I work in Abu Dhabi but live in another emirate - what should I do?
Workers have been advised to manage their work to ensure they have the necessary negative test result to enter the emirate.

How can I get a COVID-19 test every time?
While each test costs Dh370, authorities have advised people to only travel when necessary and get the test to ensure the community's health and safety.
Some categories of people can get free COVID-19 tests in the UAE.

If you do not fall under these categories, you will be required to cover the cost of the test.

Those entering Abu Dhabi need a negative COVID-19 test done, valid for 48 hours.

According to Abu Dhabi Police, visitors with a negative COVID-19 result can also enter the emirate.

However, the test needs to be done at a centre affiliated with the National Screening Programme, and valid for 48 hours.

Where are these centres?
Abu Dhabi Health Company, Seha, is operating screening centers in all emirates.
Seha centres for National Screening programme outside Abu Dhabi have extended their work timings from 10am to 8pm, and will be open on weekends, too.

Seha Screenng Centers in Dubai
City Walk
Next to the Green Planet, City Walk

Mina Rashid
Main Gate of Port Rashid (Mina Rashid)
Al Khawaneej
Last Exit, Al Khawaneej. You can reach the location, when driving down D54 and follow signs for last exit.

National Screening Centre locations in Sharjah and Ajman
Sharjah Golf and Shooting Club, E311

Ajman
After Ajman City Centre, Al Jurf 2, E11.

National Screening Centre locations in Umm Al Quwain and Ras Al Khaimah
Umm Al Quwain
Defence camp, next to Al Maqta 1.

Ras Al Khaiman
Dafan Al Khor Centre, near the Eid prayer ground.

National Screening Centre locations in Fujairah
Near Fujairah Hospital

The cost of the test is Dh370. Find out if you are eligible for a free COVID-19 test here:

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