UAE Covid vaccine: Free stuff, discounts for jab takers
- Date: 27-Jan-2021
- Source: Khaleej Times
- Sector:Healthcare
- Country:UAE
UAE Covid vaccine: Free stuff, discounts for jab takers
The UAE's free Covid-19 vaccination campaign has already seen 2.67 million doses administered to residents. At 27.07, the UAE has the second best vaccination distribution rate per 100 population.
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In addition to the obvious health benefits, vaccinated residents are exempt from mandatory weekly PCR Covid tests. Moreover, several businesses have announced free stuff and major discounts for those who have received both doses of the vaccine:
>> Discounts on driving classes
The Emirates Driving Institute is offering a 10 per cent discount on driving courses. Learners can avail of the discount by presenting their Covid-19 vaccination card.
>> Free coffee
Café Ristretto is offering free black coffee to those who have received both doses of the Covid-19 vaccine. There is also a 50 per cent discount for coffee with milk.
>> Free taxi rides
The Dubai Taxi (Hala) is offering residents across the Emirate a free ride home from select vaccination centres. The free ride can be hailed from 10 vaccination centres by using the promo code ‘HALAVAC' when booking a taxi on the Careem app.
>> Discounts on rides
Uber riders will