Emirates offers free medical cover for Covid-19: what is included and how to claim it – The National

Emirates offers free medical cover for Covid-19: what is included and how to claim it – The National

The Dubai airline is the first in the world to offer travellers free assistance for any medical costs related to the coronavirus





























Emirates has introduced a number of measures to protect travellers when flying with the airline.











Emirates is offering passengers free medical cover for Covid-19-related expenses.



The Dubai airline is the first in the world to offer travellers free cover against medical costs incurred if they contract the coronavirus.



The new policy was implemented under the directive of Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Vice President and Ruler of Dubai, and is designed to boost people's confidence to travel during the pandemic.



The medical cover was announced hours after UAE authorities said all travellers arriving in the country would have to be tested for Covid-19 before boarding flights. However, the policy does not cover the cost of coronavirus testing.





All Emirates passengers can use the cover for medical expenses of up to €150,000 (Dh638,118) if they contract Covid-19 during their travels.



"Under the directive of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed, Emirates is proud to lead the way in boosting confidence for international