Explainer: Do I have to pay for a Covid-19 test on arrival in Dubai? – The National

Explainer: Do I have to pay for a Covid-19 test on arrival in Dubai? – The National

Tourists and residents landing in the emirate will be tested free of charge



















































A tourist takes a selfie before he gets a medical screening upon arrival at Terminal 3 at Dubai International Airport. AFP







A traveller stands by the electronic entry gates at Terminal 3. AFP







Tourists and visitors travelling to see family have begun to return in recent days. AFP







A tourist checks her phone as she waits for medical screening. AFP







The huge arrivals hall at Terminal 3 has been transformed into a screening centre. AFP







Tourists are asked to get tested in their home countries several days before they depart, but if unable to Dubai's health authority screens them for free. AFP







Passengers wait to have their documents processed. AFP







An airport police officer directs a traveller towards medical screening area upon arrival. AFP







Emirates and airport staff wear disposable gowns and protective gear that can be changed and disposed of easily. AFP







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