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UAE-India travel: everything you need to know as PCR tests dropped for Emirates

Passengers arriving on international flights can skip mandatory home quarantine and tourists from 99 countries no longer need pcr tests.

India lifted a ban on international flights on March 27. AFP

India has updated entry requirements for incoming travellers, removing the need for vaccinated passengers from certain countries to present a negative PCR test result on arrival.

The rules now apply to travellers from 99 countries, including the UAE, Oman, Saudi Arabia and Lebanon .

Passengers who received both doses of their Covid-19 vaccination in India also no longer need to present a negative PCR result, meaning Indian residents returning to the country from the UAE are exempt from having to take a test when leaving the Emirates.

If you’re planning to travel to India in the near future, here’s everything you need to know before you go.

Do I need to quarantine in India?

Travellers arriving in India no longer need to quarantine after authorities revoked the rule on seven-day mandatory home isolation for passengers coming from overseas. Only travellers who are symptomatic, and subsequently test positive for Covid-19, will have to quarantine.

Instead, all travellers should self-monitor their health for 14 days from the date they arrive in India.

Do the new rules apply to vaccinated passengers?

The new rules apply to all arriving passengers, regardless of vaccination status.

Do children need to quarantine on arrival in India?

No, children do not need to quarantine on arrival, but parents should monitor their symptoms for 14 days after arriving in the country.

Do I need a negative PCR test to take a flight?

Vaccinated arrivals from certain countries no longer need to present a negative PCR test result when flying to India. Passengers who received both doses of a Covid-19 vaccination in India will also no longer need to present a negative PCR result, regardless of the country they are flying from.

There are 99 countries on the list from where PCR tests are not required, including the UAE. The detailed list can be found here and is updated regularly.

All other travellers must have a negative PCR test taken within 72 hours of departure. Travellers should upload the test results to the Air Suvidha portal before flying.

The best thing in these testing times is getting a COVID-19 test done before you get on your flight. Because you deserve to enjoy your time in the sky.  Book your RT-PCR & Rapid PCR slot now. https://t.co/WDL1C6TunY pic.twitter.com/zaaHFo71Qy — Delhi Airport (@DelhiAirport) January 7, 2022

Children below 5 are exempt from testing rules both pre and post-arrival, but those aged 5 and above must follow the rules in place for adults. Any children who develop symptoms of Covid-19 at any point during their trip will have to take a PCR test, regardless of age.

What do I need to do before flying to India?

There are a few documents that need to be submitted by passengers travelling to India.

Firstly, there is a self-declaration form which can be submitted online via the Air Suvidha portal , this needs to be filled in before travel and must include details of any countries visited in the previous 14 days.

A declaration also needs to be completed for each passenger, certifying that the Covid-19 negative certificate submitted is authentic, and an undertaking to face criminal charges if it turns out otherwise.

Travellers also need to download the Aarogya Setu app on their mobile devices for Covid-19 track and trace purposes in India.

Will I be tested for Covid-19 on arrival in India?

Some travellers will need to undergo further PCR testing for Covid-19 on arrival in India. New regulations state that 2 per cent of total passengers on each flight will undergo random post-arrival testing at the airport.

These travellers will be identified by the airlines. After the on-arrival test, they can leave the airport and will only need to isolate if they test positive.

There will also be thermal screening by health officials in airports across the country.

Is India still using its 'at-risk' list for travel?

The most recent update to India's travel rules means that the previous "at-risk" list of countries from where travellers had to undergo additional entry rules no longer applies.

What happens if I test positive while in India?

If you develop symptoms and subsequently get a positive PCR test result, then you’ll have to go to an isolation facility where a doctor will assess you and advise on the follow-up process.

Close contacts of a positive case will be contacted, including co-passengers and anyone in the home or hotel where the person with Covid-19 has been isolating. Fellow passengers who were seated three rows in front and three rows behind anyone who tests positive will also be considered close contacts.

Until when are the new rules in place?

No end date has been set for the new home quarantine rules with official documents stating that the rules are in place until “further orders”.

India recorded 913 new Covid-19 cases on April 3 alongside 13 new deaths, according to Johns Hopkins University data.

The country has recorded more than 43 million total cases since the onset of the global pandemic, says Johns Hopkins.

Anything else I need to know?

Different states in India may also have their own rules for Covid-19 management, so travellers should check the rules in place for the destination they are travelling to.

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UAE-India travel: Quarantine rules; Covid-19 RT-PCR test guidelines updated

Seven-day mandatory home quarantine has been scrapped.

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A pre-travel RT-PCR test valid for 72-hours before departure will continue to remain mandatory for all passengers travelling from the Emirates to India.

However, the seven-day mandatory home quarantine has been scrapped in the revised travel guidelines for international passengers, issued by the Indian Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare on Thursday, February 10.

A spokesperson for the Indian Embassy in Abu Dhabi confirmed to Khaleej Times that fully vaccinated travellers from the UAE cannot avail of the pre-travel testing exemption at this moment.

The exemption, however, is being offered to passengers from 82 countries across the world with which India enjoys 'mutual recognition of vaccination certificates of nationally recognised or World Health Organisation (WHO) recognised vaccines'.

"The new guidelines issued are self-explanatory," said the spokesperson.

"There are many countries which are not on the list as well. Passengers going from the UAE will no longer have to undergo mandatory home quarantine (from February 14) onwards," the spokesperson explained.

"However, these guidelines are subject to constant revise and change," he stated. He stated that every new guideline that comes in supersedes the previous one.

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Countries such as Canada, Qatar, The United Kingdom, United States, New Zealand, Netherlands, Oman, Georgia, Bahrain, Bangladesh, and Cuba are included in the list of 82 countries which are part of India's 'reciprocal programme'.

Travellers from the listed countries only need to upload a certificate on the Air Suvidha portal confirming they have received both vaccine doses. However, passengers from the UAE need to provide a negative RT-PCR test report valid for 72 hours pre-travel.

UAE-India travel: What are the new rules?

• All travellers must complete and provide factual information in the self-declaration form on the Air Suvidha platform
• Provide travel history of past 14 days
• Upload negative RT-PCR test report, conducted 72 hours before departure
• Passengers must also give an undertaking on the portal or otherwise to the Ministry of Civil Aviation through concerned airlines before undertaking the journey
• On-arrival, a sub-section of 2 per cent of passengers on the flight shall undergo random post-arrival tests
• These passengers in each flight shall be identified by the concerned airlines. They will submit the samples and shall be allowed to leave the airport.
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Emirates updates Dubai travel requirements for Indian and Pakistani passengers

Airline confirmed that all UAE residents will be allowed to land in Dubai

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Dubai: Emirates airline has updated travel requirements for tourists visiting Dubai. The UAE had earlier announced that it will resume issuing tourist visas for fully vaccinated people from all countries as of August 30. The decision includes countries from which entry was previously banned.

Before you book

Check if you need a visa. Depending on your nationality you can get a visa on arrival, or you can apply for your prearranged visit visa from Dubai Immigration before you travel.

Before you travel

GDRFA or ICA approval is not required for tourists travelling to the UAE. Passengers arriving from the following countries must follow specific protocols: Bangladesh, India, Nigeria, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, South Africa, Uganda, Vietnam, Zambia, Indonesia.

• A valid negative COVID-19 PCR test certificate with a QR code issued within 48 hours of the time the sample was collected from an approved health facility
• A rapid PCR test report with a QR code for a test conducted at the departure airport within six hours of departure
• Requirements for all passengers arriving in Dubai

PCR test requirement

All passengers travelling to Dubai from any point of origin (GCC countries included) must hold a negative COVID-19 RT PCR test certificate for a test taken no more than 72 hours before departure, except for travel from Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Indonesia, India, Pakistan and Sri Lanka:

• The certificate must be a Reverse Transcription Polymerase Chain Reaction (RT PCR) test. Other test certificates including antibody tests, NHS COVID-19 Test certificates, Rapid PCR tests and home testing kits are not accepted in Dubai. Travellers must bring an official, digital or printed certificate in English or Arabic to check in – SMS certificates are not accepted. PCR certificates in other languages are acceptable if they can be validated at the originating station. Digital COVID-19 certificates are accepted upon arrival at Dubai International airport verification points.
• COVID-19 RT PCR test certificates must be issued by an authorised facility in the passenger's departure country. Certificates that have already been presented for travel to another destination can't be used for re entry even if they are still within the validity period.
• For passengers arriving from the following countries, it is mandatory that the COVID-19 PCR report includes a QR code linked to the original report for verification purposes. The QR code must be presented at check in and to representatives of the Dubai Health Authority (DHA) upon arrival in Dubai airports: Sudan, Lebanon, Egypt and Ethiopia.

Visa on arrival

Indian Nationals with a normal passport who are travelling to India via Dubai can obtain a visa on arrival in Dubai for a maximum stay of 14 days provided they: have a visitor visa or a green card issued by the US, or a residence visa issued by the UK or EU.

The visa issued by US, UK or EU has to be valid for a minimum of 6 months.

Test on arrival

Passengers arriving in Dubai from the following countries will be required to take another COVID-19 PCR test on arrival at Dubai International airport:

Afghanistan, Angola, Argentina, Austria, Azerbaijan, Bahrain, Bangladesh, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Brazil, Cambodia, Chile, Croatia, Cyprus, Djibouti, Egypt, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Georgia, Ghana, Greece, Guinea, Hungary, India, Indonesia, Iran, Iraq, Israel, Ivory Coast, Jordan, Kenya, Kuwait, Kyrgyzstan, Lebanon, Maldives, Malta, Moldova, Montenegro, Morocco, Myanmar, Nepal, Oman, Pakistan, Poland, Philippines, Qatar, Rwanda, Russia, Senegal, Slovakia, Somaliland, Somalia, South Sudan, Sudan, Syria, Tajikistan, Tanzania, Thailand, Tunisia, Turkey, Turkmenistan, Ukraine, Uzbekistan, Zimbabwe.

Transiting in Dubai

All transit passengers must complete all the requirements of their final destination.

Transit passengers from the following countries must present a negative COVID-19 PCR test certificate for a test taken no more than 72 hours before departure: Bangladesh, India, Nigeria, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, South Africa, Uganda, Vietnam, Zambia, Indonesia.

All other transit passengers are not required to present this certificate unless it is mandated by their final destination.

Test exemptions

UAE nationals are exempt from taking a COVID-19 PCR test before departing for Dubai. They must be tested on arrival in Dubai, irrespective if they are holding a valid negative COVID-19 RT PCR certificate from the point of origin.

This also applies to:

• Passengers accompanying a 1st degree UAE nationals' relative or domestic workers
• Domestic workers escorting a UAE national sponsor during travel
• Children under the age of 12 and passengers who have a moderate or severe disability are exempt from taking a COVID-19 RT PCR test
• Moderate or severe disability includes neurological disorders and intellectual or developmental disabilities. For example: Acute spinal cord injury, Alzheimer's disease, Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), Ataxia, Autism spectrum, Bell's palsy, Brain tumours, Cerebral aneurysm, Cerebral palsy, Down Syndrome, Epilepsy and seizures

All other passengers, including those who are visually impaired, hearing impaired or physically challenged must hold a negative COVID-19 RT PCR test certificate as per the requirements.

All residents can land

Emirates airline said in a tweet on Tuesday that all UAE residents can land in Dubai along with holders of other visas.

“As per the current update, all UAE residents, newly issued residence or employment visas, short stay/long-stay visa, visit visa, visa on arrival will be accepted for travel to Dubai. Passengers traveling with a UAE Resident visa must have GDRFA or ICA approval,” said the airline in response to a customer query.

Previously, only the holders of Dubai-issued residence visas could land in the emirate from India, Pakistan and several other countries.

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Travel rules to Dubai from India eased: Here are the new requirements

Dubai residence visa holders can now travel from india to dubai if they have the necessary approval from the gdrfa and can produce negative covid test results..

Dubai residence visa holders can now travel from India to Dubai if they have the necessary approval from the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs (GDRFA) and can produce negative Covid test results.

These are the only two requirements that travellers must fulfil. Their vaccination status will not be taken into account by airline representatives at check-in counters, the Khaleej Times reported.

The GDRFA is a government entity that regulates the entry and exit of international travellers from Dubai as well as the residency of foreign nationals in the city.

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The Dubai government had earlier said that with regard to travel from India, only passengers with a valid residence visa who have received two doses of a UAE-approved vaccine are allowed to travel to Dubai. There are four vaccines approved by the UAE government — Sinopharm, Pfizer-BioNTech, Sputnik V and Oxford-AstraZeneca.

Dubai had last month announced relaxation of travel restrictions from countries, including India. The UAE, in late April, had closed its borders for travellers from India. This had come in the backdrop of the surge in number of Covid-19 cases in India during the second wave of the pandemic.

Responding to a customer on Twitter, an Emirates Airline support executive on Monday tweeted, “Dubai residence visa holders can travel as long as they present a printout of GDRFA approval, a negative PCR test taken within 48 hours of departure and a negative Rapid PCR test taken 04 hours prior to travel.”

Hi, Dubai residence visa holders can travel as long as they present a printout of GDRFA approval, a negative PCR test taken within 48 hours of departure and a negative Rapid PCR test taken 04 hours prior to travel. Kindly DM us if you have more queries. https://t.co/pPS8nj0zog . — Emirates Support (@EmiratesSupport) August 9, 2021

“As per instructions issued by civil aviation authorities in Dubai, for passengers to disembark in Dubai, only three documents are required. They need to have a GDRFA approval, negative RT-PCR test result taken 48 hours before departure, and a rapid PCR test result from the airport,” an Air India official in the UAE was quoted as saying by the Khaleej Times.

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Flying to Dubai from India? Here are the guidelines you should follow

Dubai-based emirates airline announced recently it will resume services from india, south africa and nigeria, after officials in dubai eased travel norms for passengers from the three countries..

Emirates airline will on Wednesday resume flights between the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and India as announced recently by the UAE-based airline. The announcement came after authorities in Dubai, on June 19, eased travel curbs for passengers from three countries, including India.

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Following the easing of travel norms, Emirates had said in a statement, “We welcome the latest protocols and measures announced by Dubai’s Supreme Committee and Disaster Management to allow the safe resumption of passenger travel from South Africa, Nigeria and India to Dubai onwards. We will resume carrying passengers from South Africa, Nigeria and India in accordance with these protocols from June 23 onwards.” The UAE first suspended air travel to and from India in April as the latter battled a devastating second wave of Covid-19; the ban was later extended till July 6.

Here are the guidelines you need to follow if flying from India to Dubai:

(1.) Passengers with a valid e-residence visa, who have received two jabs of the Covid-19 vaccines approved in the UAE, will be allowed in Dubai. The following four vaccines have been approved in the UAE: Sinopharm, Pfizer-BioNTech E, Sputnik V and Oxford University-AstraZeneca shot.

(2.) All the passengers flying to Dubai from India need to show a negative RT-PCR report from a test conduct 48 hours before departure. Also, only QR-coded negative PCR test reports will be accepted.

(3.) Additionally, passengers flying to Dubai will have to take another Covid-19 test – a rapid PCR one – four hours before departure. They will have to undergo further RT-PCR testing upon arrival.

(4.) Passengers from India will undergo institutional quarantine till their RT-PCR test report is out, likely within 24 hours of the test.

Dubai airport’s Terminal 1 will reopen on Thursday after a 15-month closure. Flights were operated through Terminal 2 and Terminal 3 last year amid the Covid-19 pandemic.

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Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter India.

Can I travel to India if I am vaccinated?

Fully vaccinated visitors from the United States can enter India without restrictions.

Can I travel to India without being vaccinated?

Unvaccinated visitors from the United States can enter India without restrictions.

Do I need a COVID test to enter India?

Visitors from the United States are not required to present a negative COVID-19 PCR test or antigen result upon entering India.

Can I travel to India without quarantine?

Travelers from the United States are not required to quarantine.

Do I need to wear a mask in India?

Mask usage in India is not required in public spaces.

Are the restaurants and bars open in India?

Restaurants in India are open. Bars in India are .

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Covid-19 testing requirements.

All passengers above the age of 8 years old are required to hold a negative COVID-19 PCR test conducted maximum 96 hours prior to departure.

Travel to and from Dubai

If you're travelling to, from or transiting through Dubai, please check our Travel requirements for Dubai. (Opens page in the same tab)

List of laboratories

This is a recommended list of authorised COVID-19 test laboratories in Dubai (Opens a PDF in a new tab)  where you can get tested before you travel to your destination.

The UAE government has specified designated laboratories in each of our current destinations (Opens a PDF in a new tab)  . You can either use the recommended laboratories in the list or any trusted and certified laboratories in your country of origin to get your COVID-19 RT PCR test.

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All restrictions lifted starting 01 November 2022

Mask requirements

Masks are required on board and at the airport in your destination.

The UAE government has specified designated laboratories in each of our current destinations (Opens a PDF in a new tab)  . You can either use the recommended laboratories in the list or any trusted and certified laboratories in your country of origin to get your COVID-19 RT-PCR test.

If you're travelling to, from or transiting through Dubai, please check our Travel requirements for Dubai (Opens page in the same tab) .

There are no longer any COVID 19 entry restrictions for travel to Angola. This includes requirements for testing, vaccination, quarantine and entry forms.

Travel from Angola

Passengers are advised to ensure they meet all travel requirements of the countries of their final/transit destinations.

Travel eligibility

Travel from argentina.

This is a recommended list of authorised COVID‑19 test laboratories in Dubai (Opens a PDF in a new tab)  where you can get tested before you travel to your destination.

The UAE government has specified designated laboratories (Opens a PDF in a new tab)  in each of our current destinations. You can either use the recommended laboratories in the list or any trusted and certified laboratories in your country of origin to get your COVID‑19 RT PCR test..

There are no longer any COVID 19 entry restrictions for travel to Australia. This includes requirements for testing, vaccination, quarantine and entry forms.

There are no longer any COVID-19 entry restrictions for travel to Austria. This includes requirements for testing, vaccination, quarantine and entry forms.

There are no longer any COVID-19 entry restrictions for travel to Bahrain. This includes requirements for testing, vaccination, quarantine and entry forms.

There are no longer any COVID-19 entry restrictions for travel to Bangladesh. This includes requirements for testing, vaccination, quarantine and entry forms

Visa on arrival services for nationals of the following countries are now available at Shahjalal Internation Airport in Dhaka:

• United States of America
• All GCC countries
• All European countries

New Zealand

• Russian Federation
• South Korea

Read through the guideline for all arriving passengers on the Civil Aviation Authority of Bangladesh portal (Opens an external website in a new tab)  .

There are no longer any COVID-19 entry restrictions for travel to Belgium. This includes requirements for testing, vaccination, quarantine and entry forms.

There are no longer any COVID‑19 entry restrictions for travel to Brazil. This includes requirements for testing, vaccination, quarantine and entry forms.

Before you travel, please ensure you understand the requirements for travel to Canada (Opens an external website in a new tab)  .

Required documents

While travellers will no longer have to submit their quarantine and vaccination information through ArriveCAN, they can continue to use the optional Advance Declaration feature in ArriveCAN (free as a mobile app or on the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) website) to save time at the airport by submitting their customs and immigration declaration in advance of arrival. 

Download the ArriveCAN app here (Opens an external website in a new tab)  .

Travel from Canada

If you're travelling to or transiting through Dubai, please check the travel requirements for Dubai , the requirements of your final destination, and the departure requirements below set by the Canadian government.

There are no longer any COVID‑19 entry restrictions for travel to China. This includes requirements for testing, vaccination, quarantine and entry forms.

Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast)

There are no longer any COVID-19 entry restrictions for travel to Cote d’Ivoire. This includes requirements for testing, vaccination, quarantine and entry forms.

Passengers travelling from Abidjan must take the required pre-departure tests at designated testing centres approved by Institute Pasteur.

There are no longer any COVID 19 entry restrictions for travel to Cyprus. This includes requirements for testing, vaccination, quarantine and entry forms.

Wearing face masks is recommended on all flights to and from Cyprus, as well in all indoor areas while in Cyprus.

Czech Republic

There are no longer any COVID-19 entry restrictions for travel to Czech Republic. This includes requirements for testing, vaccination, quarantine and entry forms.

There are no longer any COVID-19 entry restrictions for travel to Denmark. This includes requirements for testing, vaccination, quarantine and entry forms.

Travel rules for Dubai residents

Follow the latest travel advice for residents travelling to and from Dubai (Opens page in the same tab) . The information changes frequently so please check back before you travel.

Travel rules for tourists

Follow the latest travel advice for tourists travelling to, through and from Dubai (Opens page in the same tab) . The information changes frequently so please check back before you travel.

There are no longer any COVID-19 entry restrictions for travel to Egypt. This includes requirements for testing, vaccination, quarantine and entry forms.

Masks are optional on board but must be worn at the airport in your destination

There are no longer any COVID‑19 entry restrictions for travel to Ethiopia.

Visa on arrival services are available for eligible passengers provided they apply for OK to board approval before travelling to Ethiopia.

Exemptions:

• Transfer passengers
• Passengers with sticker visas
• E-visas with a confirmation page showing the passenger details along with a photo of the passenger will be accepted
• Visa on arrival will only be granted to passengers who were born in Ethiopia, whose passport states Ethiopia as their place of birth
• Children of Ethiopian nationals or Residence Card holders who are travelling with their parents, who will be allowed to enter the country with a visa on arrival eligibility or if they have a pre issued sticker or e-visa
• Passengers with Africa Union IDs or Diplomatic IDs issued by the Ethiopian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, given the ID is valid
• Passengers with Ethiopian Origin ID

There are no longer any COVID-19 entry restrictions for travel to France. This includes requirements for testing, vaccination, quarantine and entry forms.

There are no longer any COVID-19 entry restrictions for travel to Germany. This includes requirements for testing, vaccination, quarantine and entry forms.

Travel from Ghana

There are no longer any COVID-19 entry restrictions for travel to Greece. This includes requirements for testing, vaccination, quarantine and entry forms.

From 25 June 2022, arriving and departing passengers will no longer be required to complete a health declaration form.

From 13 March 2022, all nationalities are allowed entry into Guinea provided they complete the following requirements on arrival.

Passengers who are fully vaccinated must present proof that they have complete the required doses of the any of the following vaccines:

• Astra Zeneca
• Sinopharm and Sinovac
• Johnson & Johnson

Fully vaccinated passengers are not required to present a negative pre-departure COVID-19 test.

Passengers unvaccinated or partially vaccinated must present a negative COVID-19 PCR test certificate for a test taken not more than 72 hours before travel.

Travellers who present a COVID-19 recovery certificate dated less than six months are not required to present a vaccination certificate on arrival.

Passengers between the ages of 5 and 18 years are exempt from the vaccination requirement but must take a PCR test not more than 72 hours before entry into Conakry.

Any passenger who presents symptoms of COVID 19 (e.g. fever, cough, difficulty breathing, sneezing, poor general condition, etc.) on arrival will undergo a standard diagnostic test (PCR) and be isolated while waiting for the test results. If found positive for COVID 19, the traveller will be treated at a dedicated processing centre.

Hong Kong, China

From 1 March 2023, travellers are no longer required to wear masks on board flights to Hong Kong and at Hong Kong International Airport.

Please visit the official website (Opens an external website in a new tab)  for more details. 

Please check the government website  for eligibility and mandatory quarantine requirements before you travel to Hong Kong.

There are no longer any COVID-19 entry restrictions for travel to Hungary. This includes requirements for testing, vaccination, quarantine and entry forms.

From 13 February 2023 (11:00am IST), travellers may be subject to random COVID-19 PCR testing on arrival in India.

From 13 February 2023 (IST 11:00am), pre-departure COVID-19 testing and registration on the Air Suvidha portal are no longer required for passengers travelling from China, Hong Kong, Japan, Republic of Korea, Singapore and Thailand.

However, all travellers arriving in India are subject to random COVID-19 testing on arrival at the airport.

Vaccination and Satu Sehat Apps are no longer mandatory requirements.

Masks are optional on board and at the airport in your destination.

The following categories of passengers are exempt from the entry restriction:

• Indonesian nationals
• Non Indonesian nationals holding diplomatic visa and official visa
• Non Indonesian nationals holding limited stay permit (ITAS) and permanent stay permit (ITAP)
• Non Indonesian nationals holding diplomatic stay permit and official stay permit
• Non Indonesian nationals holding visit visas
• Non Indonesian nationals holding limited stay visas
• Non Indonesian nationals holding Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) business travel card
• Foreign nationals from 92 territories who are eligible for visa on arrival services and who are visiting Indonesia for tourism purposes

International to international transit/transfer through Jakarta (CGK) airport is now allowed for a maximum of 6 hours. International to domestic transfer is allowed and travellers must present all entry requirements at the first port of entry. 

International to international transit or transfer through Denpasar (DPS) airport is now allowed for a maximum of 8 hours. Between 02.00-07.00LT, the airport closure period, international to international transit or transfer passengers must clear CIQ and must fulfil DPS entry requirements.

Visa free entry or visa on arrival is only allowed through CGK, DPS, KNO, SUB, UPG, MDC, YIA, BTH, LOP, PDG, BPN, PKU, KJT, DJJ and BTJ.

Visa free entry for tourists only applies to citizens of South East Asian countries: Brunei Darussalam, Cambodia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Timor Leste and Vietnam.

Visa on arrival for tourists only applies to nationals of 92 territories : Albania, Andorra, Argentina, Australia, Austria, Bahrain, Belarus, Belgium, Bosnia Herzegovina, Brazil, Brunei Darussalam, Bulgaria, Cambodia, Canada, Chile, China, Colombia, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Ecuador, Egypt, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Guatemala, Hong Kong SAR, Hungary, Iceland, India, Ireland Republic, Italy, Japan, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Kenya, Kuwait, Laos, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Macau(SAR), Malaysia, Maldives, Malta, Monaco, Mexico, Morocco, Myanmar, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Oman, Palestine, Panama, Peru, Philippines, Poland, Portugal, Qatar, Russia, Romania, Rwanda, Saudi Arabia, San Marino, Seychelles, Serbia, Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, South Africa, South Korea, Spain, Suriname, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, Thailand, Timor Leste, Tunisia, Turkey, Ukraine, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom (British citizens only), United States of America, Uzbekistan, Vatican and Vietnam.

Passengers who have the following types of British passports are not eligible for visa on arrival services:

• British Overseas Territories Citizen
• British National (Overseas)
• British Overseas Citizen
• British Subject
• British Protected Person

All eligible foreign nationals can apply for an e-visa on arrival (E-VOA) and pay the visa fees online before travelling to Indonesia at https://molina.imigrasi.go.id/ (Opens an external website in a new tab) 

Passengers who are eligible for visa free entry or visa on arrival can stay for 30 days and must comply with the following requirements:

• Minimum 6 months passport validity
• Return or onward ticket
• Visa on arrival fee at IDR 500,000
• Sufficient funds
• Tourists can stay a maximum of 30 days and request a one-time extension for another 30 days at the nearest immigration office.
• Exit Indonesia from any immigration checkpoint
• Visa free and/or visa on arrival cannot be exchanged for a resident visa

Foreign nationals who have an emergency passport, temporary passport, travel document or laissez passer are not eligible for visa on arrival services.

Foreign nationals from countries not specified can visit Indonesia by applying for a visit visa or limited stay visa before arrival.

Visit visa and limited stay visa can apply to the following purposes:

A. Visit Visa

• Tourism purposes
• Emergency work activity
• Business discussion
• Purchase of items
• Film activity
• Food, medical and humanitarian support
• Governmental duty including G20 activity or international meetings 144th Inter Parliamentary Union (IPU)
• Joining ship in Indonesia territory
• Marine industry development
• Foreign worker candidate trial on the ability to work

B. Limited Stay Visa

• As an expert staff
• Gather together to work on ships, float equipment or installation operated in Indonesian territory and Economic Exclusive Zone Indonesia
• Quality control of items or production
• Inspection or audit of branch office in Indonesia
• After sales activity
• Installing or repairing a machine
• Non permanent construction work
• Undertaking a film production for commercial purposes and has been approved by the appropriate authorities
• Foreign workers on a skills trial
• Visa index C313 (non work purpose): foreign investment for period of 1 year
• Visa index C314 (non work purpose): foreign investment for period of 2 years
• Visa index C316 (non work purpose): study / education
• Visa index C317 (non work purpose): family reunion

Guarantors must apply for visit visas and limited stay visas online (Opens an external website in a new tab)  to the Directorate General of Immigration based on the visit purposes.

Visit visas and limited stay visas are granted by the Director General of Immigration in the form of an electronic visa (eVisa). Visit visas with an eVisa Number ending in DN cannot be used for entry, as this code is for a visa extension for foreign nationals who have entered Indonesia and are currently staying in Indonesia (On Shore Visa). Visit visa numbers to enter Indonesia should end with LN (Off Shore Visa).

Diplomatic visa and official visa are regulated by Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

Holders of diplomatic and service passports from 91 countries (Opens an external website in a new tab)  can enter Indonesia with the free visa facility if the visit purpose of the visit is related to diplomatic or official visits with supporting documents:

• Carrying a diplomatic duty note or visit statement issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Republic Indonesia and or foreign state ministry
• Invitation letter issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Republic Indonesia for those attending meetings and or conferences in Indonesia

All passengers arriving Indonesia must also complete the electronic Customs Declaration form https://ecd.beacukai.go.id/ 

The UAE government has specified designated laboratories (Opens a PDF in a new tab)  . You can either use the recommended laboratories in the list or any trusted and certified laboratories in your country of origin to get your COVID-19 RT PCR test.

There are no longer any COVID-19 entry restrictions for travel to Iran. This includes requirements for testing, vaccination, quarantine and entry forms.

Entry to Iran is allowed only for Iranian nationals and foreign nationals who have any of the following:

• Residence permit
• Entry visa (merchants)
• Work permit visa;
• Medical visa
• Investment visa
• Exit and return stamp from Iran Immigration

Eligible passengers must apply for the Entry Visa online and receive approval before travelling to Iran.

There are no longer any COVID-19 entry restrictions for travel to Iraq. This includes requirements for testing, vaccination, quarantine and entry forms.

Passengers holding a paper visa and one-way or return tickets require OK to board approval. To get OK to board approval, they must submit copies of their passport, flight booking reference and visa 48 hours before their date of travel. The required documents must be submitted to:

• Baghdad: [email protected]
• Basra: [email protected]

The following passengers can travel to Iraq without OK to Board approval:

• Passengers holding a valid sticker visa

All passengers who have recently travelled to or through Bangladesh will not be allowed entry to Basra.

There are no longer any COVID-19 entry restrictions for travel to Ireland. Passengers are no longer required to hold a COVID‑19 vaccination certificate, COVID‑19 test result or complete the Passenger Locator Form.

Travel from Ireland

Emirates passengers can undergo COVID 19 testing at the following facilities.

Emirates passengers can undergo COVID 19 testing at the following facilities. Find the testing facility closest to you and present your Emirates ticket or booking confirmation. You should receive your test results within 96 hours after the sample is taken. Emirates is not liable for the samples, their transfer and analysis as carried out under the full responsibility of these laboratories, nor for any delay in the release of test results.

• RDT Care (Opens an external website in a new tab) 
• Randox Health (Opens an external website in a new tab) 
• Travel Health (Opens an external website in a new tab) 
• Vida care (Opens an external website in a new tab) 
• Liffey Medical (Opens an external website in a new tab) 
• Better2know (Opens an external website in a new tab) 
• Tropical Medical Bureau (Opens an external website in a new tab) 

There are no longer any COVID‑19 entry restrictions for travel to Israel. This includes requirements for testing, vaccination, quarantine and entry forms.

There are no longer any COVID 19 entry restrictions for travel to Italy. This includes requirements for testing, vaccination, quarantine and entry forms.

There are no longer any COVID-19 entry restrictions for travel to Japan. This includes requirements for testing, vaccination, quarantine and entry forms.

There are no longer any testing, vaccination or quarantine requirements.

All passengers must register on the Visit Jordan portal (Opens an external website in a new tab)  prior to departure and complete the required form to get a QR code. The QR code must be presented at check-in and to authorities on arrival in Jordan.

Exceptions:

• Jordanian passengers and their families, spouses and children regardless of their nationalities
• Transit passengers
• Diplomats and employees of regional and international organisations as well as their dependents and family members with a special and/or normal passport who are residing in Jordan and who have a permanent QR code with an indefinite validity that can be used to return to Jordan on several trips

This is a recommended list of authorised COVID-19 test laboratories in Dubai (Opens a PDF in a new tab) i  where you can get tested before you travel to your destination.

All passengers who require visas should apply for and obtain an e visa before travelling to Kenya. The e-visa can be obtained through this website (Opens page in a new tab)  . Minors below 16 years old are exempted from the visa requirement.

Passengers holding Refugee or Alien travel documents must have a visa at all times.

The UAE government has specified designated laboratories (Opens a PDF in a new tab)  . You can either use the recommended laboratories in the list or any trusted and certified laboratories in your country of origin to get your COVID-19 RT-PCR test.

Korea, Republic of

From 1 March 2023, all passengers are requested to upload their health questionnaire information on the  Q-Code location (Opens an external website in a new tab)   or complete the Health Questionnaire (yellow form) before arrival for quarantine inspection.

There are no longer any COVID-19 entry restrictions for travel to Kuwait. This includes requirements for testing, vaccination, quarantine and entry forms.

There are no longer any COVID-19 entry restrictions for travel to Lebanon. This includes requirements for testing, vaccination, quarantine and entry forms.

This is a recommended list of authorised COVID-19 test laboratories in Dubai (Opens a PDF in a new tab) (Opens an external website in a new tab)  where you can get tested before you travel to your destination.

The UAE government has specified designated laboratories in each of our current destinations (Opens a PDF in a new tab) (Opens an external website in a new tab)  . You can either use the recommended laboratories in the list or any trusted and certified laboratories in your country of origin to get your COVID-19 RT-PCR test.

There are no longer any COVID-19 entry restrictions for travel to Malaysia. This includes requirements for testing, vaccination, quarantine and entry forms.

There are changes to the required documents for travel to the Maldives.

Passengers travelling to Maldives must complete the online Traveller Declaration Form (Opens an external website in a new tab)   within 96 hours before arrival in the Maldives, obtain a QR code and present it at the time of check-in at the airport.

Passengers travelling to the Maldives as tourists must have a confirmed hotel reservation for their stay at registered tourist facilities.

Travel from Maldives

Passengers travelling from Maldives must confirm the COVID-19 PCR test requirements of their destination country and present the test result certificate at check in. Please contact your resort’s guest relations department for assistance with COVID-19 PCR testing, if required.

Passengers travelling from Maldives must complete the online  Traveller Declaration Form (Opens an external website in a new tab)   within 96 hours before their flight’s departure. Obtain a QR code and present it to the officials at the entrance to check in, and to Immigration officers on departure.

There are no longer any COVID-19 entry restrictions for travel to Malta. This includes requirements for testing, vaccination, quarantine and entry forms.

The UAE government has specified designated laboratories in each of our current destinations (Opens a PDF in a new tab)  . You can either use the recommended laboratories in the list or any trusted and certified laboratories in your country of origin to get your COVID-19 RT-PCR test. 

There are no longer any COVID 19 entry restrictions for travel to Mauritius. This includes requirements for testing, vaccination and quarantine.

To facilitate arrival process, passengers are encouraged to complete arrival form on www.safemauritius.govmu.org (Opens an external website in a new tab)  .

Masks are not required onboard and while at the airport.

There are no longer any COVID-19 entry restrictions for travel to Mexico. This includes requirements for testing, vaccination, quarantine and entry forms.

Wearing face masks is optional on board flights and inside airport terminals. However, travellers are advised to wear them in confined spaces.

There are no longer any COVID‑19 entry restrictions for travel to Morocco. Passengers are no longer required to hold a COVID‑19 vaccination certificate, COVID‑19 test result or complete the Passenger Locator Form.

Netherlands

There are no longer any COVID-19 entry restrictions for travel to the Netherlands. This includes requirements for testing, vaccination, quarantine and entry forms.

Travellers arriving into New Zealand international airports now have the option to complete a digital declaration instead of a paper Passenger Arrival Card, before travelling to New Zealand. Find out more 

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There are no longer any COVID 19 testing, vaccination and quarantine requirements for travel to Nigeria. There are changes to the required documents.

Masks are optional on board and at the destination airport.

Passengers are required to complete the Health Questionnaire Form (Opens an external website in a new tab)  before departure or upon arrival.

There are no longer any COVID-19 entry restrictions for travel to Norway. This includes requirements for testing, vaccination, quarantine and entry forms.

There are no longer any COVID-19 entry restrictions for travel to Oman. This includes requirements for testing, vaccination, quarantine and entry forms.

There are no longer any COVID-19 entry restrictions for travel to Pakistan.

Philippines

There are no longer any COVID-19 entry restrictions for travel to Poland. This includes requirements for testing, vaccination, quarantine and entry forms.

There are no longer any COVID-19 entry restrictions for travel to Portugal. This includes requirements for testing, vaccination, quarantine and entry forms.

There are no longer any COVID 19 testing, vaccination and quarantine requirements for entry to Russia. Foreign nationals must complete the entry form provided on board.

Other information

Passengers may be subject to selective COVID-19 testing upon arrival.

Travel from Russia

Foreign passengers must complete arrival forms which are distributed on board.

Saudi Arabia

There are no longer any COVID‑19 entry restrictions for travel to Saudi Arabia. This includes requirements for testing, vaccination, quarantine and entry forms.

Only passengers who meet the following conditions will be allowed on flights to Senegal.

• Residents of countries that are not affected by the temporary restriction of non-essential movement to Senegal or have not imposed restrictions on the movement of Senegal nationals
• Nationals of members states of the West African Economic and Monetary Union (UEMOA) and from Economic Community of West (CEDEAO)
• EU citizens
• Third-country nationals regularly established in Senegal and holding a residence permit issued by the competent services of the Republic of Senegal

Passengers holding a Seychelles passport must be allowed to board without any additional checks or requirements. They are exempt from obtaining an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA). It is crucial to uphold their constitutional right of return, ensuring their unrestricted travel to Seychelles.

Passengers who hold dual citizenship with Seychelles and are traveling with a passport issued by a country other than Seychelles are exempt from the eTA requirement. However, they must provide documentation confirming their Seychelles nationality for verification purposes. Once the necessary documentation is provided, they should receive an "Ok to Board" message.

All other foreign passport holders must complete the Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) process before departure. They can obtain the eTA at https://seychelles.govtas.com/ 

This is a  recommended list of authorised COVID-19 test laboratories in Dubai (Opens a PDF in a new tab)   where you can get tested before you travel to your destination.

The UAE government has specified  designated laboratories in each of our current destinations (Opens a PDF in a new tab)  . You can either use the recommended laboratories in the list or any trusted and certified laboratories in your country of origin to get your COVID-19 RT-PCR test.

From 13 February 2023, there are no longer any COVID-19 testing, vaccination and quarantine requirements for travel to Singapore.

All passengers travelling to Singapore must comply with the current public health and entry requirements. 

Passengers who have no travel history to any country or region classified by the Singapore Ministry of Health as a Restricted Category country or region in the last 7 days before travel to Singapore will not be required to serve a Stay-Home Notice (SHN) upon entering Singapore, regardless of the passenger’s vaccination status. Such passengers will also no longer be subject to any COVID-19 testing, whether pre-departure or in Singapore. Similarly, every flight into Singapore may carry unvaccinated passengers.

As of 9 February 2023, there are no countries/regions in the Restricted Category.

All travellers must submit their  Singapore Arrival Card (SGAC) (Opens an external website in a new tab)  within 3 days before arrival in Singapore. If passengers have not submitted their SGAC before departure, air operators should advise them to do so to facilitate a smooth arrival process in Singapore. 

Please note that there are no fees for completing the SGAC online.

To avoid tests and quarantine, travellers must fulfil the public health requirements. Travellers who cannot meet the public health requirements and refuse any test(s) and/or quarantine may be turned away from Singapore.

Yellow fever vaccination:

If you have visited any country at risk of Yellow Fever transmission (Opens an external website in a new tab)  in the past six days before arrival in Singapore, you must present an International Certificate of Vaccination for Yellow Fever. 

Travellers who can’t present a yellow fever vaccination certificate must quarantine for up to six days on arrival. Quarantine also applies to those who are ineligible to receive the vaccination e.g., children aged one year and below and individuals with contraindications.

South Africa

Travel from south africa.

Check in will close promptly 60 minutes before departure to ensure on time departures.

The use of masks is not mandatory.

COVID-19 testing and vaccination are no longer required for travel to Sri Lanka.

Wearing of face masks is optional.

Sri Lankan nationals / dual citizens who are travelling on Sri Lankan passports / Sri Lanka emergency travel document holders are allowed entry into Sri Lanka.

Foreign nationals are allowed entry to Sir Lanka if they have any of the following documents:

• Approved Electronic Travel Authority (ETA) (Opens an external website in a new tab) 
• Landing endorsement
• Residence visa

Visa on arrival is also available except for nationals of Afghanistan, Cameroon, Ghana, Ivory Coast, Myanmar, Nepal, Nigeria, North Korea, Pakistan and Syria, who must have an approved Electronic Travel Authority (ETA) in advance to be accepted for travel to Sri Lanka.

There are no longer any COVID-19 entry restrictions for travel to Sudan. This includes requirements for testing, vaccination, quarantine and entry forms.

There are no longer any COVID-19 entry restrictions for travel to Sweden. This includes requirements for testing, vaccination, quarantine and entry forms.

Switzerland

There are no longer any COVID-19 entry restrictions for travel to Switzerland. This includes requirements for testing, vaccination, quarantine and entry forms.

Taiwan, China

There are no longer any COVID‑19 entry restrictions for travel to Tanzania. This includes requirements for testing, vaccination, quarantine and entry forms.

There are no longer any COVID 19 entry restrictions for travel to Thailand. This includes requirements for testing, vaccination, quarantine and entry forms.

Nationalities who are eligible for travel to Tunisia can now be accepted for travel, including nationalities who are eligible for visa on arrival services.

Passengers will be accepted based on meeting all requirements.

All non-resident passengers are required to have a return ticket. All non Tunisian residents (holding valid residence cards) are not required to have a return ticket.

Visa on arrival must be pre approved with an application submitted by the sponsor to Immigration HQ in Tunisia.

Travel from Tunisia

All passengers except Libyan nationals who are transiting through Tunisia to Libya should have an OK TO BOARD to be accepted on Emirates flights.

All passengers are advised to arrive at check in 4 hours before departure with all the correct documents required for their destination of travel.

Documents must be printed and soft copies will not be accepted.

Check in counters will close 90 minutes prior to departure.

The boarding gate will open 60 minutes prior to departure.

Passengers are no longer required to undergo COVID-19 testing before travelling to Uganda.

Visa on arrival services in Uganda are suspended for majority of countries.

All travellers holding ordinary passports from countries whose citizens are required to have visas to enter Uganda will be required to apply for visas online (Opens an external website in a new tab)  prior to travel, and will receive an approved notification that they must print and carry with them as travel authorisation.

Exempted countries are:

• Angola, Antigua and Barbuda, Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Burundi, Comoros, Cuba, Cyprus, Eritrea, Fiji, Gambia, Ghana, Grenada, Ireland, Jamaica, Kenya, Lesotho, Libya, Madagascar, Malawi, Malaysia, Malta, Mauritius, Rwanda, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, Singapore, Solomon Island, St. Vincent & the Grenadines, Swaziland, Tanzania, Tonga, Trinidad & Tobago, Vanuatu, Zambia, Zimbabwe

Travel from Uganda

Before you travel from Uganda, check the rules for travelling to, from or transiting through Dubai.

Proof of vaccination may still be required for travel from Uganda, depending on the entry requirements of the country you will be visiting. Passengers are advised to bring proof of vaccination with them when travelling.

United Kingdom

There are no longer any COVID-19 entry restrictions for travel to the UK. This includes requirements for testing, vaccination, quarantine and entry forms. 

Visit the official website  for more information. 

Please also read the latest guidance  for people with COVID 19 and their contacts.

Travel from the United Kingdom

Before you travel from the UK, check the rules for travelling to, from or transiting through Dubai (Opens page in the same tab) from your point of origin.

Proof of vaccination may still be required for travelling abroad from the UK, depending on the entry requirements of the country you will be visiting. Passengers are advised to bring proof of vaccination with them when travelling.

Emirates has partnered with the following providers in the UK to offer you special COVID-19 testing rates:

Concepto Clinic, Randox

Find out more about our partners, the tests and special rates available (Opens a PDF in a new tab)  .

Before planning your trip to the UK, you must check the rules for transiting via Dubai from the countries you have visited.

If you are travelling between countries with different rules, you need to follow the most restrictive requirements.

This means that rules that are not otherwise mandated by the UK government for entry may therefore apply to your trip. This can include the following:

• Passengers who have been in or transited through certain countries may not be permitted to enter or transit via Dubai.
• Passengers transiting via Dubai from certain countries may be required to provide a valid negative COVID-19 PCR test certificate for a test conducted at an approved facility within a defined number of hours before departure from their origin, regardless of vaccinated status. This can also include a second PCR test performed at the airport of origin only a few hours before departure.

United States

There are no longer any COVID-19 entry restrictions for travel to VIetnam. This includes requirements for testing, vaccination, quarantine and entry forms.

Masks are optional on board but must be worn at the airport in your destination.

Travellers must fill out a traveller’s health declaration form and present it on arrival in Zambia.

There are changes to travel eligibility and the COVID-19 testing and vaccination requirements.

Passengers will be accepted for travel if they have a vaccination certificate or a negative COVID-19 PCR test certificate for a test taken not more than 48 hours before departure for Zimbabwe.

Passengers who do not present a valid vaccination certificate or negative COVID-19 PCR test certificate will not be accepted for travel.

Passengers who are not fully vaccinated must have a valid negative COVID-19 PCR test taken not more than 48 hours from the time of departure for Zimbabwe. Children below 12 years old are exempt from the pre-departure COVID-19 testing requirement.

Returning residents who do not present a valid negative COVID-19 PCR test certificate or a vaccination certificate will be required tested for COVID-19 on arrival at their own cost.

Vaccination requirements

Fully vaccinated passengers are not required to take a pre-departure COVID-19 PCR test.

All vaccines will be accepted as long as you have received all the required doses before travel.

Passengers must complete the health declaration form (Opens a PDF in a new tab)  and the data entry form (Opens a PDF in a new tab)  .

Returning residents who do not present a valid negative PCR test certificate will be required to quarantine for 10 days at their own expense.

Tourists who do not present a valid negative PCR test certificate will be denied entry.

Travel from Zimbabwe

All passengers travelling from Zimbabwe except children below 12 years old must have a valid negative COVID-19 PCR test certificate issued not more than 48 hours before departure or must be fully vaccinated and have a vaccination certificate.

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Travel Advisory July 13, 2023

United arab emirates - level 2: exercise increased caution.

Reissued with obsolete COVID-19 page links removed.

Exercise increased caution in the United Arab Emirates due to   the threat of missile or drone attacks and terrorism.

Country Summary:  The possibility of attacks affecting U.S. citizens and interests in the Gulf and Arabian Peninsula remains an ongoing, serious concern.  Militant groups operating in Yemen have stated an intent to attack neighboring countries, including the UAE, using missiles and drones.  Missile and drone attacks in early 2022 targeted populated areas and civilian infrastructure.

Due to risks to civil aviation operating within the Persian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman region, including the United Arab Emirates, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued an advisory Notice to Air Missions (NOTAM). For more information U.S. citizens should consult the  Federal Aviation Administration’s Prohibitions, Restrictions and Notices .

While residents and visitors generally find a safe and secure environment in the UAE, the country continues to face the threat of terrorism.  Terrorists may attack with little or no warning, targeting tourist locations, transportation hubs, markets, shopping malls, and local government facilities.

Read the  country information page  for additional information on travel to the United Arab Emirates.

If you decide to travel to the United Arab Emirates:

• Monitor local media for breaking events and be prepared to adjust your plans.
• Enroll in the  Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP)  to receive Alerts and make it easier to locate you in an emergency.
• Follow the Department of State on  Facebook   and  Twitter .
• Review the  Country Security Report  for the United Arab Emirates.
• Visit the CDC page for the latest  Travel Health Information  related to your travel.
• Prepare a contingency plan for emergency situations. Review the  Traveler’s Checklist .

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6 months validity after date of arrival. 12-page U.S. emergency passports are not accepted. Passports with the “X” gender marker are not accepted.

One page required for entry stamp

Not required for tourist stays under 30 days

Embassies and Consulates

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Embassies District, Plot 38, Sector W59-02, Street No. 4. Abu Dhabi, U.A.E. Telephone: +(971) (2) 414-2200 Emergency After-Hours Telephone: +(971) (0) 2-414-2200 Fax: +(971) (2) 414-2241 Email:   [email protected]

U.S. Consulate General Dubai Corner of Al Seef Rd. and Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Rd Dubai, U.A.E. Telephone: +(971) (4) 309-4000 Emergency Telephone: +(971) (4) 309-4000 Fax: +(971) (4) 311-6213 Email:   [email protected]

Note: The normal work week in the UAE is Monday through Friday.

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Entry, Exit and Visa Requirements

COVID-19 Requirements: There are no COVID-related entry requirements for U.S. citizens.

U.S. citizens are subject to all UAE immigration laws.

• Passport Validity:  A passport valid for at least six months beyond the date of entry is required to enter the UAE. The UAE government does not accept 12-page emergency passports for entry to the UAE. The UAE government also does not accept passports with the “X” gender marker for travel to, in, or through the UAE. Travelers with these passports will be denied boarding or entry.
• Personal travel of 30 days or less:  A U.S. citizen with a regular (non-emergency) passport with an M or F gender marker may obtain a no fee visitor visa upon arrival. The UAE government does not accept passports with the “X” gender marker for travel to, in, or through the UAE. Travelers with these passports will be denied boarding or entry.
• Stays longer than 30 days:  Visitors on a 30-day visa may request a visa extension, which is at the discretion of immigration officials. Anyone planning to work or study in the UAE must obtain the appropriate visa.
• Medical Exam:  A full medical exam is required for work or residence permits. The exam and tests for HIV/AIDS, viral hepatitis B, tuberculosis, leprosy, and pregnancy must be performed after arrival. U.S. citizens have been detained and deported for testing positive for HIV, active tuberculosis, or hepatitis. Medical exams performed outside of the UAE will not be accepted.
• Travel on Diplomatic or Official Passports:  U.S. citizens traveling to or through the UAE on diplomatic or official passports are required to obtain a visa before travel (transit passengers only require a visa if exiting the airport). This requirement is strictly enforced by UAE officials and those not meeting the requirement will be denied entry. U.S. military travelers should not assume military ID cards will be accepted, but should consult the Foreign Clearance Guide.

Land Exit Departure Fee:  All travelers who depart the UAE by land and who are not citizens of a Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) country must pay a departure fee. The fee is 35 UAE dirhams and is payable only in the local currency.

Please verify this information with the  Embassy of the United Arab Emirates  before you travel.

Exit Controls:  The UAE maintains tight exit controls. All travelers must exit the country with the passport on which they entered. Travelers should visit a UAE immigration office prior to departure to obtain an exit pass if they plan to leave the UAE without the passport on which they entered.

Travelers both departing the UAE and transiting will be barred from exiting the UAE if there are any criminal or civil legal cases against them. Travelers have been arrested at the airport and have had their passports seized due to outstanding financial cases, unsettled legal disputes, and late credit card payments, including for cases that were previously unknown to the traveler. In such cases, some individuals have been arrested and detained for long periods of time. Individuals will be barred from leaving the UAE until legal cases are settled in full. This affects all persons whether they are in the UAE as residents, tourists, or transit passengers with no intention of exiting the airport. UAE residents can verify with UAE authorities whether they have an exit ban due to outstanding cases in Dubai or Abu Dhabi. More information on this process can be found on the  UAE Government Portal .

The Government of the UAE requires that all persons residing in the country have a national identification card. U.S. citizens who are working or living in the UAE should visit the  Emirates Identity Authority website  for more information on card registration procedures and requirements.

Cancellation of Visas:  All UAE visas must be formally cancelled through the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs (GDRFA) before a new visa can be issued. This includes visas that have already expired or have never been used. Travelers may be denied entry to, or not permitted to depart, the UAE if previous visas have not been properly cancelled. More information on the process is available on the  UAE Government portal .

Dual Nationality:  The UAE does not recognize dual nationality. The UAE recognizes only the citizenship of the passport on which a person enters the UAE. The embassy may be prohibited from providing certain consular services to those who did not enter the UAE on a U.S. passport.

The UAE has imposed HIV/AIDS travel restrictions on all foreigners seeking residency. Travelers for tourism are not tested or requested to provide information about HIV/AIDS status. Please verify this information with the  Embassy of the UAE  before you travel. Information about  dual nationality  and the  prevention of international child abduction  can be found on our website. For further information about customs regulations, please read the embassy’s  Customs Information page .

Current restrictions:

Weapons and Law Enforcement Equipment:  The transportation of arms or items that may be considered law enforcement or military equipment is strictly prohibited without written approval from the UAE government. Do not transport any arms or items that may be considered law enforcement or military equipment. Such items include, but are not limited to:

• Weapon parts and tools
• Functional, inert, or decorative ammunition, even one bullet
• Empty or spent shell casings
• Any other military or police equipment

U.S. citizens, military personnel, and U.S. government/military contractors found to be carrying such items, even in the smallest quantities, will be arrested and face strict criminal penalties, including imprisonment, large monetary fines, forfeiture of the items, and deportation , even though airlines and U.S. authorities allowed shipment on a U.S.-originating flight.

Other prohibited items:  Importation of the following items is also prohibited under UAE law: pornographic material, non-Islamic religious pamphlets for missionary activities, e-cigarettes, fireworks, ivory, chemical and organic fertilizers, laser pointers, radar jammers/other unauthorized communication devices, products and medications containing cannabidiol (CBD), endangered animal species, and any objects, sculptures, paintings, books or magazines which do not adhere to the religious and moral values of the UAE. Possession of any of these items can lead to detention and lengthy jail sentences.

Safety and Security

Terrorism: Terrorist groups and those inspired by such organizations are intent on attacking U.S. citizens abroad. Terrorists are increasingly using less sophisticated methods of attack – including knives, firearms, and vehicles – to more effectively target crowds. Frequently, their aim is unprotected or vulnerable targets, such as:

• High-profile public events (sporting contests, political rallies, demonstrations, holiday events, celebratory gatherings, etc.)
• Hotels, clubs, and restaurants frequented by tourists
• Places of worship
• Shopping malls and markets
• Public transportation systems (including subways, buses, trains, and scheduled commercial flights)

U.S. citizens in the United Arab Emirates should exercise a high level of security awareness. The possibility of terrorist attacks against U.S. citizens and interests in the Gulf and Arabian Peninsula remains a serious concern. The UAE’s normalization of relations with Israel in September 2020 increased the potential for attacks in the UAE, including by Iran-backed entities. Separately, rebel groups operating in Yemen have stated an intent to attack neighboring countries, including the UAE, using missiles and unmanned aerial systems (drones). Yemen-based Houthi rebels claimed responsibility for missile and drone attacks against the UAE on January 17 and 24, 2022, targeting populated areas and civilian infrastructure.  The January 17 attack resulted in multiple impact sites in Abu Dhabi and three fatalities. The Houthi rebels have publicly stated their intent to continue such attacks. In the event of a missile and/or drone strike, follow the guidance found here .

Both historical and current information suggest that the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS), al-Qaida, and affiliated organizations continue to plan attacks against Western targets; these attacks may employ a wide variety of tactics, including suicide operations, assassination, kidnapping, hijacking, and bombing.

For more information, see our Terrorism page.

Boating: The UAE and Iran have had a long-standing dispute concerning jurisdiction of Abu Musa, approximately 20 miles from Dubai. Fishing or sailing in these waters may result in seizure of vessels and detention of passengers and crew in Iran. Obtaining consular assistance in Iran for U.S. citizens is difficult and can only be done through the Swiss Embassy in Tehran , which acts as a Protecting Power, providing limited U.S. consular services.

Crime: Violent crimes and crimes against property are rare. U.S. citizens should take the same security precautions in the UAE that one would practice in the United States or any large city abroad.

Harassment and Assault: U.S. citizens, especially women, should take precautions against the possibility of verbal and physical harassment or sexual assault when walking alone, consuming alcohol, or riding in a taxi cab. Taxi passengers should avoid sitting in the front seat of a taxicab and should be sensitive that "small talk" can be misinterpreted as over-friendliness or even a form of propositioning by some taxi drivers. Taxis driven by women for the exclusive use of female passengers are available in some airports and by dispatch. Female travelers can identify these dedicated vehicles by their pink roofs.

Some victims of sexual assault have been prosecuted for violating laws against sexual relations outside of marriage. The law puts a high burden of proof on the victim to demonstrate that sex was not consensual. In cases where the victim has failed to demonstrate so, both parties have been prosecuted, and sometimes sentenced to jail time, followed by deportation.

International Financial Scams:  See the  Department of State  and the  FBI  pages for information.

Internet romance and financial scams are prevalent in the UAE. Scams are often initiated through Internet postings/profiles or by unsolicited emails and letters. Scammers almost always pose as U.S. citizens who have no one else to turn to for help. Common scams include:

• Romance/Online dating
• Money transfers
• Lucrative sales
• Gold purchase
• Inheritance notices
• Work permits/job offers
• Bank overpayments

Victims of Crime: U.S. citizen victims of sexual assault are encouraged to contact the U.S. Embassy for assistance. Report crimes to the local police at 999 and contact the U.S. Embassy at +971 2 414 2200. Remember that local authorities are responsible for investigating and prosecuting crime.

See our webpage on help for U.S. victims of crime overseas .

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• Assist you in reporting a crime to the police
• Contact relatives or friends with your written consent
• Provide general information regarding the victim’s role during the local investigation and following its conclusion
• Provide a list of local attorneys
• Provide our information on victim’s compensation programs in the U.S.
• Provide an emergency loan for repatriation to the United States and/or limited medical support in cases of destitution
• Help you find accommodation and arrange flights home
• Replace a stolen or lost passport

Domestic Violence:  U.S. citizen victims of domestic violence may contact the Embassy or Consulate General for assistance.

Tourism:  The tourism industry is generally regulated and rules with regard to best practices and safety inspections are regularly enforced. Hazardous areas/activities are identified with appropriate signage and professional staff is typically on hand in support of organized activities. In the event of an injury, appropriate medical treatment is widely available throughout the country. Outside of a major metropolitan center, it may take more time for first responders and medical professionals to stabilize a patient and provide life-saving assistance. U.S. citizens are encouraged to purchase medical evacuation insurance . 

Local Laws & Special Circumstances

Criminal Penalties: You are subject to local laws. If you violate local laws, even unknowingly, you may be expelled, arrested, or imprisoned. Individuals establishing a business or practicing a profession that requires additional permits or licensing should seek information from the competent local authorities, prior to practicing or operating a business.

As each emirate has its own independent judicial system, legal procedures and penalties vary throughout the country.

Furthermore, some laws are also prosecutable in the United States, regardless of local law. For examples, see our website on crimes against minors abroad and the Department of Justice website.

Arrest Notification:  UAE authorities do not routinely notify the U.S. Embassy or consulate of a U.S. citizen’s arrest.  If you are arrested or detained, ask police or prison officials to notify the U.S. Embassy or consulate immediately.  If you are not allowed to do so, ask a friend or family member to contact the U.S. Embassy or consulate. See our webpage for further information.

Alcohol:  Alcohol is sold only in very limited areas including certain restaurants and hotels. Public drunkenness and driving under the influence, regardless of one’s blood alcohol content level, are considered very serious offenses. Persons arrested on alcohol-related offenses are regularly detained for many days as they await a court hearing. Penalties may include hefty jail sentences, substantial fines and, for Muslims (even those holding U.S. citizenship), lashings. Note: The possession and consumption of alcohol is prohibited in the emirate of Sharjah.

Drugs: UAE law imposes the death sentence for convicted drug traffickers. Possession of even trace amounts of illegal drugs (including in the bloodstream) can result in lengthy prison sentences of up to 15 years. Bail generally is not granted to those accused of drug crimes.

Possession or consumption of marijuana in any form, including detections of trace amounts in the bloodstream, is illegal in the UAE, even if a doctor’s medical card is presented. Products containing cannabidiol (CBD) are illegal in the UAE. Possession or importation of CBD products, including those found in prescription and over the counter medications in the United States and other countries, are prosecuted in the same manner as marijuana possession. The UAE's anti-narcotics program also includes poppy seeds on its list of controlled substances. The importation and possession of poppy seeds in any and all forms, including as dried decorative plants, are strictly prohibited.

Persons may be charged and convicted even if the controlled substances were ingested outside of the UAE as long as traces are still present in the bloodstream upon arrival in the UAE. If suspected of being under the influence of drugs or alcohol, individuals may be required to submit to blood and/or urine tests and may be subject to prosecution.

Travelers with questions regarding the items on the list of controlled substances should contact the U.S. Embassy in Abu Dhabi or the U.S. Consulate General in Dubai .

Codes of Behavior and Dress: Public decency and morality laws throughout the UAE are much stricter than in the United States. Penalties for public displays of affection or immodesty may be imposed. Sexual relations outside marriage are illegal in the UAE and convicted individuals have been punished by lengthy jail sentences. Pregnancy outside of marriage can result in arrest and detention. Doctors may ask for proof of marriage during pre-natal visits, and those giving birth in the UAE must present a marriage certificate to receive medical care and register the child’s birth. Failure to do so has resulted in the arrests of both unmarried mothers and fathers, as well as deportation.

Individuals may be arrested, fined, and/or deported for committing any of the following acts: making rude gestures, swearing, touching another person without his/her permission, and making derogatory statements about the UAE, the royal families, the local governments or other people. Travelers should keep in mind the cultural differences among the many people who coexist in the UAE and should be cognizant that unwitting actions, including clothing choices, may invite unwanted attention.

Debt and Financial Crime:  Crimes of financial fraud, including passing bad checks and non-payment or late payment of bills (including hotel bills, hospital bills, traffic or parking fines, and late payment of credit cards, utility bills, etc.), are regarded seriously in the UAE and often result in imprisonment and/or fines. A personal check written as a guarantee for the payment of a personal or business debt may be submitted to a local bank for collection at any time for the full amount of the check. If the account holder does not have sufficient funds, he/she may be charged with passing a bad check. Bail generally is not available to non-residents of the UAE who are arrested for crimes involving fraud. Debtors can be held in prison until their debts are paid or until an agreement is reached between the parties. Passports may be seized by the UAE government to guarantee that debtors settle their cases. Financial cases may be further complicated by debtors being unable to work in the UAE without passports while still being held responsible for their debts.

Photography:  Taking photographs of UAE military facilities, sensitive civilian sites, airports, some beaches, or foreign diplomatic missions – including the U.S. Embassy or Consulate General – may result in arrest, detention, and/or prosecution by local authorities. Travelers should be aware of signs which indicate where photography is prohibited. Note that it is illegal to take photographs of other people without their consent. In addition, engaging in mapping activities, especially mapping that includes the use of GPS equipment, without coordination with UAE authorities, may have the same consequences. (This does not apply to use of publicly available online maps.)

Drone Operation: The flying of drones is prohibited in certain areas and may result in arrest and imprisonment. Individuals should not operate drones without prior approval from local authorities.

Social Media:  The UAE has strict laws regarding use of the internet and social media. Individuals have been arrested and criminally convicted for posting information on social media sites (such as Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, etc.) that local authorities determined was disturbing to the order of the UAE. Users of social media should be cautious about online posting of information that might be deemed to insult or challenge the local or national government. Individuals should avoid posting insults or derogatory information about governments, institutions, or individuals.

Charity and fundraising activities are closely regulated by the UAE government, and it is against the law to conduct any private fundraising activity online (including those conducted on popular fundraising websites for personal causes).

The UAE National Media Council has rules for conducting business as a social media influencer in the UAE. Influencers must apply for trade and e-media licenses in order to promote brands on social media in the UAE. 

Terrorist Organizations List: On November 15, 2014, the UAE government announced a list of 85 groups it considers to be terrorist organizations. Individuals who are associated with groups on the UAE list could be detained at UAE borders, have their assets frozen, and/or be prosecuted for membership in a terrorist organization.

Religious Proselytizing: While individuals are free to worship as they choose, and facilities are available for that purpose, religious proselytizing is not permitted in the UAE. Persons violating this law, even unknowingly, may be imprisoned or deported.

Employment in the UAE: Although it is common for a local sponsor to hold an employee's passport, it is illegal to do so under UAE law. Many contractual or labor disputes can be avoided by clearly establishing all terms and conditions of employment or sponsorship in the labor contract at the beginning of any employment. Should a dispute arise, the UAE Ministry of Labor has established a special department to review and arbitrate labor claims. If an employee leaves his/her job without properly canceling the employment visa, the employer can file charges that can lead to imprisonment, fines, and/or deportation. The U.S. Embassy and Consulate General do not intercede in employment disputes.

U.S. citizens have become involved in commercial or financial disputes that have prompted local firms or courts to take possession of the U.S. citizen's passport, effectively preventing the individual from leaving the UAE. In addition, local firms have been known to file criminal complaints, which may lead not only to travel restrictions but possible criminal penalties, including jail time. A list of local attorneys is available from the U.S. Embassy in Abu Dhabi and the U.S. Consulate General in Dubai.

Document Authentications: U.S. citizens intending to reside and work in the UAE are generally required by the UAE government to present authenticated personal documents for themselves and accompanying family members such as marriage and birth certificates, adoption and custody decrees, certificates of good behavior from police, and educational documents to include diplomas and certificates. The authentication of U.S. documents is done completely in the United States. For information, contact the State Department’s Office of Authentications . Determining the exact requirements with one’s prospective employer is strongly recommended before arrival in the UAE.

LGBTQI+ Travelers: The UAE government does not accept passports with the “X” gender marker. This applies to travel to, in, or through the UAE. Although the U.S. Embassy and U.S. Consulate General are not aware of any recent arrests or prosecutions for consensual, same-sex relations and cross-dressing, they remain illegal in the UAE. See our LGBTQI+ Travel Information page and section six of our Human Rights report for further details.

Travelers with Disabilities: While in the UAE, individuals with disabilities may find accessibility and accommodations somewhat different from what they find in the United States. The law prohibits discrimination against persons with disabilities in employment, education, air travel and other transportation, access to health care, or the provision of other state services, and the law is enforced. The UAE government refers to persons with disabilities as “people of determination.” Social acceptance of persons with disabilities in public is as prevalent as in the United States. The most common types of accessibility may include accessible facilities, information, and communication/access to services/ease of movement or access.

The UAE has several modern cities with good services and accessibility of lodging, public transportation, sidewalks, and buildings. Outside of newly constructed areas, accessibility is not comparable to the United States and navigating with a visual impairment or using a wheelchair is difficult due to sidewalks in disrepair or without curb cuts, poor road crossings, and inaccessible buildings and public transport. Public transportation in Dubai is wheelchair accessible. However, the buses that connect Dubai with the other emirates in the UAE are not wheelchair accessible. See the UAE government information on accessible transport and parking facilities. See our  Traveling with Disabilities  page.

Women Travelers: See our travel tips for Women Travelers .

Students: See our Students Abroad page and FBI travel tips.

Adequate health facilities are available, but health care in rural areas may be below U.S. standards. While most common conditions can be appropriately treated in the UAE, complex medical conditions may be better treated in the United States. Providers may recommend a large number of procedures and tests, some of which may be unnecessary.

• Hospitals usually require advance payment or proof of adequate insurance before admitting a patient, except in emergencies.
• Travelers should make efforts to obtain complete information on billing, pricing, and proposed medical procedures before agreeing to any medical care.
• Patients bear all costs for transfer to or between hospitals.

For emergency services in the UAE, dial  999 .

Ambulance services are widely available.

We do not pay medical bills.  Be aware that U.S. Medicare does not apply overseas. Most hospitals and doctors overseas do not accept U.S. health insurance.

Medical Insurance:  Make sure your health insurance plan provides coverage overseas. Most care providers overseas only accept cash payments. You may be denied care, even in an emergency, if you are unable to provide a cash deposit up-front. See  our webpage  for more information on insurance overseas. Visit the  U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention  for more information on type of insurance you should consider before you travel overseas.

We strongly recommend  supplemental insurance  to cover medical evacuation.

Medication:  Many prescription and over-the-counter medications are prohibited in the UAE, and possession of such substances without the appropriate approval is generally treated the same as possession of illegal narcotics. All tourists and residents of the UAE should seek prior approval, via an online form, before carrying certain types of medications, narcotics, or chemical substances to or through the UAE. The service can be accessed directly on the Ministry of Health and Prevention’s  website . Travelers can also find updated lists of prohibited medications requiring prior approval on the same website.

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Why You Should Book Emirates Flights between USA and India; 5 Things to Check Other than Best Fare Deals

Emirates Airlines is in the world’s top 10 safest airlines for 2023, according to AirlineRatings.com that rates airlines against various parameters of safety in the sky every year . Other than a good safety rating and highly competitive fare deals, Emirates flights have other reasons to woo you on board during a long-haul international flight between USA and India.

IndianEagle.com , a most trusted USA-India travel booking portal, handpicked five best experiences as compelling reasons to book Emirates Airlines flight tickets for your upcoming travel. In September 2022, Emirates received three Skytrax World Airline Awards, including World’s Best Economy Class for its steadfast commitment to making international economy flights comfortable and enjoyable through periodic upgrades in seating, service, catering and technology.

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Let your kids be pampered on board

Inarguably, Emirates is one of the best family-friendly airlines for catering to kids’ needs on board. Be it dietary care to or infight entertainment of children, Emirates goes an extra mile to ensure parents travel in comfort. Children’s meals available on Emirates Airlines flights to India from USA are served to young travelers aged between two and 12. If your child has specific diet requirements, you can make a choice from Emirates’ children-only inflight meals during or after booking your travel.

The availability of organic baby food on board makes Emirates flights the first preference of family travelers with kids younger than 2 years . The airline assures, “You can rest easy knowing your little one is properly nourished on board”. If you carry home-made baby food or milk, you can get it reheated on the aircraft. Also, Emirates’ flight attendants provide bottle-warming service. Those not carrying baby food from home can request it as baby-feeding bottles and milk formula loaded with essential nutrients are available for free on Emirates flights from Boston to Chennai , Emirates flights from San Francisco to Kolkata , and on other routes between USA and India.

Among the top kids-friendly airlines, Emirates loves to keep young travelers entertained and occupied on board . The airline’s award-winning inflight entertainment comprises children-specific programs including 50 Disney classic films that leave little room for your child to throw tantrums. Flight attendants provide funky headphones that children can put on comfortably to tune to their favorite channel or program. Apart from that, older children are provided with age-appropriate activity packs so that they don’t get bored during such long-haul Emirates flights from Seattle to Delhi , and on other routes from India to USA.

“Emirates Airlines makes traveling with kids easier by providing complimentary strollers in Terminal 3 at Dubai International Airport. With your baby cruising in a stroller, you can easily get around the terminal and experience various facilities during a layover at Dubai Airport. Some of our customers flying with Emirates described this as an ‘incredible service’”, said the chief travel advisor of IndianEagle.com . The strollers are sanitized and disinfected for the safety of kids, as assured by the airline.

Let your taste buds relish regional delights  

Regionally inspired inflight dining is one of the reasons to grab the best deals for Emirates flights between USA and India . Dubai’s flag carrier is known for treating India-bound passengers to a selection of festive dishes when an Indian festival like Navaratri or Diwali is around. Even cheap Emirates economy flights to India offer a fulfilling infight dining experience.

There are two onboard menus – one for the first international leg from USA to Dubai, and the other for the connecting leg from Dubai to India. Likewise, Emirates Airlines’ India to USA flights have two different menus. You will be served Greek yoghurt with berry compote, Kanchipuram idlis and uthappam with sambar, Pav with Akuri (a spicy scrambled egg dish in the Paris cuisine of India), Sevaiyan topped with roasted almonds and pistachios, and Breakfast cake with a selection of tea, coffee and juices during the first leg of Emirates flights from Hyderabad to Dallas , from Bangalore to Chicago ORD , from Kolkata to New York JFK , and on other routes from India to USA.

Economy travelers are literally pampered on the connecting flight from Dubai to New York, Chicago, Seattle, Boston, Newark, San Francisco, Dallas, Houston, and D.C. The menu has grilled chicken (served with baked beans, creamed spinach, potato croquette), braised chicken with steamed basmati rice, grilled vegetable crepes (served with potato hash, sautéed spinach and mushrooms), and mutter paneer with jeera rice in the main course. Emirates Pizza and Toasted smoked turkey sandwich are the vegetarian snacks on the menu. Desserts include fresh seasonal fruit and chocolate mousse cake. Chickpea salad with potatoes and wild rice is served as an appetizer.

Travel in comfort on Emirates A380 flights

Emirates Airlines’ fleet primarily consists of Airbus 380s and Boeing 777s. Both the aircraft types are deployed for Emirates flights between USA and India via Dubai . In India, only Mumbai and Bangalore are the destinations for Emirates’ A380 flights from Houston and New York JFK. The world’s largest double-decker A380 with top-notch cabin interiors, cushioned seating with plenty of legroom, bigger entertainment screens, and attentive flight attendants makes a compelling reason to book Emirates flight tickets from Houston IAH to Bengaluru , and New York JFK to Mumbai, India. Starting in mid-February 2023, A380s will be deployed for Emirates flights from SFO to Mumbai (BOM) and Bengaluru (BLR).

Interestingly, Emirates’ Premium Economy is being rolled out across the fleet of more than 120 Airbus 380s. Emirates Premium Economy flights to India from USA and other countries are expected to take off in 2024 . Fully-flat beds, complimentary Wi-Fi, and onboard lounge are the flagship features of Emirates A380 business class flights from Houston IAH to Mumbai , and New York to Bengaluru. Even economy cabins of Emirates A380s are worth a mention for spacious seats with adjustable headrests, multicourse regional meals, and seamless access to hundreds of entertainment programs on the seat-back HD TV. Economy seats are 18-inch wide and come with 32-inch legroom on A380s – which make you travel in comfort and at ease.

Fly entertained on Emirates

Emirates Airlines has received Skytrax Awards in the ‘Best Inflight Entertainment’ category for more than 12 years. Traveling alone on one-stop Emirates flights between USA and India? The huge content lot of 5000 movies, music, sports videos, TV shows, and web series will keep your company throughout your solo flight. There is unlimited Indian regional content that may leave you spoilt for choice.

Emirates’ award-winning inflight entertainment system (ICE) offers a good selection of Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam, Bengali, Hindi, Kannada, Gujarati and Marathi movies as well as TV shows . You can binge watch Joji, Marakkar, The Priest, Drishyam 2, and Gold Case in Malayalam; Jai Bhim, Kobra, Kaadan, and Karnan in Tamil; Radhe Shyam, Bangarraju, Konda Polam, and Aranya in Telugu; Jhara Palak, Kuler Achar, Pratidwandi, and Kakababur Protyaborton in Bengali; Chandramukhi, Jivan Sandhya, and Pawankhind in Marathi; KGF, Physics Teacher, Four Walls, and Amruth Apartments in Kannada.

Get Emirates’ free Dubai stopover program   

One of the reasons to book low-fare Emirates flights between India and USA is Dubai Connect, a Dubai stopover program for international transit passengers with a minimum 8-hour layover . Depending on the transit time in your itinerary, you can apply for a “Dubai Connect” package that includes complimentary hotel stay, meals, airport transfers, and a complimentary transit visa to Dubai. Having a US visitor visa (B1/B2) or a Green Card valid for 6 months is key to establishing your eligibility for a visa on arrival in Dubai. Or else, you need to pre-arrange a transit visa to Dubai. Only US nationals and citizens are eligible for the UAE’s free visa on arrival.

Dubai City sightseeing is one of the best perks of flying on Emirates between USA and India . Unlike Abu Dhabi International Airport, Dubai DXB Airport lets you go out to explore the city even during a layover shorter than 8 hours. Interestingly, until 31 March 2023, you can use your boarding pass as “My Emirates Pass” to unlock special deals and grab discount offers at tourist spots, restaurants, museums, theme parks and brand stores in Dubai. We recommend checking our exclusive Dubai Layover Guide for further information.

Disclaimer : Emirates Airlines’ inflight services and amenities may vary depending on routes, aircraft types deployed across the network, and fare types. The information that this article provides is mostly obtained from the airline website, the accuracy or authenticity of which is not guaranteed by Indian Eagle.

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259 thoughts on “ why you should book emirates flights between usa and india; 5 things to check other than best fare deals ”.

I have one question. I know anyone traveling from US to India has to do RT PCR test except in case of death. What about those who are vaccinated & tested positive and they waited for their quarantine period (10 days.). Do they again need to go for RT PCR test and what if again their report comes as positive. It will be great if you can explain or provide how some1 can. travel to India in this case.

Hi Gagan! As far as we know, there is no such exemption and you will be required to submit your negative RT-PCR report to travel to India despite being fully-vaccinated and recovered from the virus.

Hi, I have one question. Are the flights started? Can we travel from the US to India with an RT/PCR test?

Hi Alex! As far as we know, there is no problem in flying from the US to India. Please be advised to call our travel advisors at 01-800-615-3969 to book the best travel deals as well as get accurate information for a smooth travel.

Can I fly from Mumbai to Dallas on Emirates on Indian passport? Any special requirement apart from negative covid report? Thanks

Hi Prasad! There are travel restrictions placed by the US on India. Only a certain group of travelers are exempted and allowed to travel to the US. Please be advised to go through https://www.indianeagle.com/travelbeats/usa-india-air-travel-restrictions/

I have a flight from delhi to seattle on july 28th, got email that flights has been cancelled?

Hi Kiran! If you are a customer of Indian Eagle, please be advised to call our support desk.

Hi, My wife need to Travel from India to USA on Emirates Flight. There will be layover in Dubai. Is there any travel restrictions if she is on H-4 visa. And does she need to quarantine in Dubai for 14 days.

Please advice.

Hi Pratik! As of now, Emirates has suspended flights from India until August 7. So she won’t be able to travel Emirates until the ban is lifted.

Hello, We have a Flight from Hyderabad to Miami on August 12th with Stop at Dubai. Will there be any issues or cancellations of this flight. I just bought the tickets few days ago. We are US Citizens. Please advise!

Hi Rafi! To the best of our knowledge, you are not eligible for transit in Dubai. Travelers who have been in India during 14 days before their planned departure for the UAE are barred from arriving or transiting in Dubai.

Hello , I have a flight from New Delhi to jfk on 18th august with transit at Dubai

I am going on f1 visa . Please let me know if there are any issues

From jfk I have connecting flight to Dallas

Hi Gurupartap! There won’t be any issue as UAE is allowing transit passengers from India to travel via Dubai from August 5.

Hi Any idea about flights from UK to India? I tried to book a flight from UK to India and the travel consultant said that India is allowing flights from UK to India via Dubai but on returning ticket India is not allowing people to transit through Dubai . That really doesn’t make sense as you are allowed to come in to India but you cannot fly the same route back to UK

Hi Ramakant! To the best of our knowledge, there are direct flights from the UK to India.

what is transit traveller

Hi Sonu! If you take a stopover or layover in a third country while traveling from USA to India, or from India to USA, you are a transit traveler.

Hi Is it allowed to travel from India to Dubai (Air Dubai) and Dubai to USA ( Emirates). With a valid US visa and NIE approval.

Hi Prasanna! You can travel on Emirates via Dubai. We are booking the best flights on Emirates for our customers. You can on IndianEagle.com or call our travel advisors at 01-800-615-3969.

Hi, I am on H1B visa with a NIE approval. Can i fly with Emirates with transit at Dubai ?

Hi Gokul! Yes, you can. FYI we have the best fare deals for cheap Emirates flights from India to the US. You can check on our website IndianEagle.com or call our travel advisors at 001-800-615-3969.

Need urgent Info, My Brother is on F1 Student Visa, he is traveling from India to Dubai (Emirates) and Dubai to USA ( Emirates) . He is fully vaccinated with CoviShield .

Concern: I would like to know, is he allowed to USA from Emirates flight ? is there any restrictions in Dubai traveling from India? his halting time is 15 hours in Dubai .

Thanks Ramesh

Hi Ramesh! He can travel on Emirates flights. Please note he should have a single PNR for the entire itinerary from India to Dubai and Dubai to USA. Having a single PNR, he will be able to enter and transit in Dubai.

Are there flights now from JFK to Hyderabad ?

Hi Kris! There are flights from JFK to Hyderabad. Please call our travel advisors at 01-800-615-3969 to get the best deals for cheap flights from NY JFK to Hyderabad.

Can students travel on Emirates to USA without any hassles and are fully vaccinated. Do they need to quarantine or can travel via Dubai

Hi Vivek! Indian students with valid US visa can travel on Emirates flights via Dubai.

Sir I’m a F-1 visa holder. And I’ve a ticket of New Delhi to New York on 19th with transit time of 4 hours 30 minutes at Dubai. I’m 17 and travelling alone without vaccination. Would I be able to finish a smooth travel or anything else is required?

Hi Bhavya! Vaccination is not mandatory for entry to the US. So no worries. Make sure to take an RT-PCR test within 72 hours of boarding the flight at Delhi Airport.

Hi , Is Emirates allowing passengers with valid H1B visa and NIE Exception to board flights from India to USA?

Hi Raman! Indians with a valid visa and NIE approval can travel on Emirates flights from India to the US.

I have a B-2 visa and need to make my way back to India for a project. From what I have read I should be able to get a flight from Orlando through Dubai, correct?

Hi CJ! There are Emirates flights from Orlando to India via Dubai. You can check the best Emirates flights on our portal IndianEagle.com.

Hi there. Can we stay in Dubai for 14 days on transit visa? This is for india to dubai to US travel so basically using Dubai as the third country travel route.

Hi Christine! The UAE is still not open for 14-day stopover of Indians.

Hi, Can vaccinated Indian national (mother of H1 resident in USA) with valid traveler B1/B2 visa (without NIE) enter USA transitioning through third country like UAE or Qatar or any other country? If Yes, how many days required to stay in the third country?

Hi Ankur! Following a 14/15-day stopover in a third country, to say Doha or Mexico, Indian nationals with B1/B2 visa can enter the United States. Please go through this guide https://www.indianeagle.com/travelbeats/bypass-us-india-travel-ban-via-qatar/

Hi there. Can we stay in Dubai for 14 days and travel to USA as Dubai lifted ban on Indian travelers ? We have valid US H1B and H4 visas. We are not fully vaccinated so cannot opt for Qatar as third country.

Hi Shilpa! Dubai does not yet allow Indian travelers to take a stopover before their onward travel to a third country. Indians traveling on Emirates or Etihad flights are allowed a few hours of transit in a separate transit lounge at Dubai and Abu Dhabi Airports.

I am a canadian citizen stranded in India. I had a flight for 13th Aug for cochin dubai toronto. Can i travel from cochin dubai newyork or any destination in US and stay there till i get a PCR test done there and go to Toronto. I have already have taken my 2 vacination

Hi Mathew! Being a Canadian citizen you are eligible for travel to Canada via Dubai and the US. Please note you are required to meet the testing and quarantine measures as mandated by the government of the US and Canada.

Hi, I am a US citizen (OCI card) planning to visit family in Kerala in September. The plan is to fly into to Kochi via Dubai on Emirates. A couple of questions I have are:

1. Is a negative RT-PCR report taken in the US (within 72 hours of departure) sufficient, or do I need to take another COVID test upon arrival in Kochi? 2. I plan on staying in Kerala for 10 days only and will return to the US after that, via the same route. The way I understand this, for short term stays like this, I just monitor myself and there are no other quarantine or restrictions. Is that correct? 3. For the return trip to US (transit via Dubai), is a negative RT-PCR test taken in Kochi (within 72 hours of departure) sufficient? I ask because somewhere I read (I think) something like a COVID test needed within 4 hours of departure for people traveling from India to Dubai (even transit).

Thank you, Ravi

Hi Ravi! Because of your transit in the Middle East, you need to give your swab sample for a molecular test on arrival at Kochi Airport. However, you will be able to exit the airport without having to wait for the test result. If the test result comes negative, you will be advised self-monitoring of health. There are no other restrictions. For return travel to USA from India and transit in Dubai, you need to take an RT-PCR test within 72 hours prior to boarding in India.

Thank you for your reply. For the travel to India, Emirates has sent me an email that has a requirement like this:

“All passengers must submit an undertaking form on the online portal agreeing to follow advice by the appropriate government authority to undergo home quarantine or self‑monitoring of their health for 14 days or as mandated”

This is mentioned in addition to the self declaration form requirement at the Air Suvidha portal. Also, the link they provide above takes me to the Air Suvidha portal only. Only problem is, there is no such ‘undertaking form’ there. Can you please tell me where to find this form?

Also, I will be there in Kochi for 10-11 days only. For such a short duration stay, is there a requirement for home quarantine for 7 days in Kochi? (since I will have a negative COVID PCR test result from the US, and I have also been fully vaccinated)

thanks again! Ravi.

Hi! I want to bring my parents to US from India on B1/B2 visa. They might want to visit Dubai too. Is it fine to book a ticket initially from India to Dubai, stay for a week and book another from Dubai to US?

or any other recommendation is highly encouraged.

And I know they need to take RT-PCR test again in Dubai, but can you confirm?

Hi Mantra! The UAE is not yet open for visitors from India. Only those Indians who have Dubai residence visa can visit Dubai and stay there. The UAE allows only transit travelers from India on Emirates and Etihad Airways flights. Your parents can enter the US following a 14-day stopover in Doha. Please go through https://www.indianeagle.com/travelbeats/bypass-us-india-travel-ban-via-qatar/

Hi there ! Since, Dubai is now open for visitors having B1/B2 as tourists, I am planning to visit US via after quarantine in Dubai. Would we be able to continue our journey to USA after spending 14 days in UAE.

And, what are the other requirements ?

Kindly confirm. Thanks, much appreciated.

Hi Sanjay! The UAE is not yet open to visitors from India. We know that the UAE has announced visa on arrival for Indians having US visitor visa. FYI, the visa on arrival is for those Indians (with B1/b2 visa) when they plan to take a stopover in Dubai or Abu Dhabi while traveling to India from the US.

Is Emirates flying right now from USA (Seattle) to India? I have a ticket for tomorrow but I am not sure I will be able to travel.

Emirates Airlines is operating flights from Seattle to India. Please be advised to call Emirates for reconfirmation. If you are one of our customers, you can call our support desk at 1-800-615-3969.

Hi, Did anyone travelled through Emirates with H1B and NIE approval from India to USA? I have contacted couple of Emirates Customer service folks and they are not aware of NIE

Hi Kotesh! No problem. Many in the customer service team of non-US airlines are not aware of NIE.

Hi Team, I can see an update saying that Indians with valid visa for at least 6 months are eligible for visa on arrival at UAE if we are travelling via Ethihad. Can we stay there for 14 days and then travel back to USA after 14 days? Please confirm thanks in advance

Hi Abin! The UAE is not yet open to visitors from India. We know that the UAE has announced visa on arrival for Indians having US visitor visa. FYI, the visa on arrival is for those Indians (with B1/b2 visa) when they plan to take a stopover in Dubai or Abu Dhabi while traveling to India from the US.

I am on H1B with NIE. I will be eligible to travel to USA via emirates ..right??

Hi Simran! Yes, you are eligible for direct entry to the US. You can travel on Emirates via Dubai.

When can Indian citizens with a visitor visa travel to the US? I need to bring my mom to the US ASAP.

Hi Srini! Mostly, Indians on B2 visa are subject to the Presidential Proclamation 10199. She can enter the US with the help of NIE or following a 14-day stay/quarantine in a third country.

Question – my parents have a valid B2 visa, and are booked on Emirates, can they now spend 14 days in Dubai and then travel to the US? Any other details I should be aware of?

Hi Sajay! The UAE has opened to fully vaccinated tourist visa holders from India. Please note only those immunized with two doses of Covishield are welcome to the UAE where they can take a 14-day stopover before entering the US. We covered a full-fledged article on this topic shortly.

Hi, I have a valid h4 visa and planning to travel from mumbai to seattle via dubai (emirates airline). Can I quarantine at dubai for 14 days and then fly to Seattle? Am i eligible for visa on arrival?

Hi Arpit! You’re not eligible for visa on arrival in the UAE. You need to apply for a UAE tourist visa. If granted, you can enter Dubai and take a 14-day stopover there before traveling onward to the US. For more information, please check https://www.indianeagle.com/travelbeats/uae-tourist-visa-indians/

Hello, I am planning to travel from San Francisco to Mumbai(final destination) via Emirates flight that transits through Dubai. I have a valid visa from the Indian Consulate. Based on your earlier responses, there will be a swab test at the Mumbai airport. Do I need to wait for results ? Is there a mandatory 7 day institutional quarantine in Maharashtra independent of the result or is it only if the test is positive ? Thank you very much for answering my question.

Hi Anna! As per the new updates, there is no institutional quarantine for those traveling from or transiting through the UK or the Middle East.

Hi Can B2 visa holders take a stop over of 3 months in Dubai and then come to USA ? Travel will be India ->Dubai ( 3 months stay ) -> USA return Journey USA -> Dubai ( 1-2 months stay ) -> India

Hi Preetha! As 3 months or 90 days is the maximum validity of a UAE tourist visa, a B2 visa holder from India can stay for 3 months in Dubai. Initially, the visa is valid for 30 days, which can be extended twice for 30 days each time. Please note the UAE is open to only fully-vaccinated tourists from India. Please check the list of vaccines approved by the UAE government https://www.indianeagle.com/travelbeats/uae-tourist-visa-indians/

Can we travel to Delhi from USA via Dubai and come back from Delhi to USA via Dubai. While going, want to travel Dubai for 3 days and then go to Delhi. 1 h1b holder without stamping but valid visa ,2 H4 without stamping but valid visa,1 minor kid US born. Is it possible?

Hi Mann! You can travel via Dubai as a transit traveler. For a stopover of 3 days or more in Dubai, you need to apply for a UAE tourist visa. Please note only fully-vaccinated tourists are welcome for a stay in Dubai. Please check https://www.indianeagle.com/travelbeats/uae-tourist-visa-indians/ for the list of vaccines approved by the UAE government.

I got my US citizenship recently and holding US passport can I travel to India with Indian visa now

Hi Ramanujam! May we know what visa to India you do have? Please note the tourist visa is currently suspended. You need an entry X visa.

If an US citizen is on ENTRY visa to India, can they stop over in Dubai, by getting on ARRIVAL visa? I am planning to accompany my mother who has visitor’s visa to USA and planning to stay in Dubai for 14 days before travelling to USA. Can my mother also get on arrival visa in Dubai for her stay Or should she get tourist visa only before travel to Dubai? Thanks

Hi Sree! US citizens are eligible for visa on arrival in the UAE given they have confirmed flight tickets for return travel or onward travel and their passport must be valid for 6 months from the time of arrival in the UAE. It is better to apply for your mother’s UAE visa before traveling to Dubai.

Can b1/b2 visa holders travel from India to USA via Dubai quarantine in Dubai for 14 days in residence and then enter in to USA??is there any rule that they travelers should hotel quarantine??

Hi Sharmi! There is no quarantine in Dubai for fully-vaccinated (please check the WHO-approved vaccines in the article below) travelers from India. Please go through this article https://www.indianeagle.com/travelbeats/uae-tourist-visa-indians/

Hi, I am a green card holder. Can I travel from US to India via dubai in emirates in the month of October. Please advise

Hello! Yes, you can travel to India via Dubai from US. Please be advised to call our travel advisors at 01-800-615-3969 to book the best travel deals.

Hi, I have a valid H1B visa. Can I travel from India to USA via Dubai with 14 days quarantine in Dubai? Please let me know what special consideration required and is it possible? I am fully vaccinated with covaxin

Hi Divya! You can if you have a UAE tourist visa. Please go through our guide https://www.indianeagle.com/travelbeats/uae-tourist-visa-indians/

Hi , I am on H1B visa which is valid till next one year. Can I travel to USA via Dubai without Quarantine. I am fully vaccinated.

Hi Sai! If you are fully vaccinated with a WHO-approved vaccine, you can enter Dubai and have a quarantine-free stay there.

I am traveling to Kochi, Kerala via Emirates. Emirates has sent me an email listing out all the requirements needed for the travel, like registering at the Air Suvidha portal etc. But they also mention about submitting an ‘undertaking form’, it goes like this (below). The link in it takes you to the https://www.newdelhiairport.in/ site but there is just no undertaking form there. Any suggestions on where I can get this undertaking form?

thank you! Ravi

Are senior citizens are permited to take with them (with priscribed medicines for daily usage by qualified Doctor at india with prescription on hand for around 5months to stay with their kith and kin at USA . Since Dubai being taken as third country option to USA and not as transit . Does this are permitted legally and not viewd as violation as per Health ministry of DUBAI.

If a person from Mumbai is vaccinated with Covaxin(awaiting WHO approval) does he need to have hotel/institutional quarantine in Dubai during the 15 day stay. Is it 15 nights or 14 nights before flying to JFK. He has Valid B1/B2 visa and can he get visa on arrival in Dubai for the 15 day stay. If he flies EMirates can he choose his own hotel or stay with relatives Request an snarky response

Hi Yogesh! In the first place, Dubai not open to those who are vaccinated with Covaxin.

Hi! What are the guidelines to travel to USA from india via DUBAI

Hi Vatika! If you are not subject to the Presidential Proclamation, all you need is a negative COVID PCR report with a QR code from India. If you are subject to the presidential proclamation, you can take a 15-day stopover in Dubai before traveling to the US. You can also go through https://www.indianeagle.com/travelbeats/uae-tourist-visa-indians/

Hi , I am planning to travel from USA to Chennai via Dubai on the 22nd of October , are the flights operating as normal ? Last time i booked my flights from Chicago to Dubai and it got cancelled in May 2021 , what is the probablity that the flights wont get cancelled again ? I cant take a chance now as i am travelling on an emergency , are the flights operating between Chicago to Dubai and Dubai to chennai with out any cancellations now ?Please advice

Hi Pradeep! Emirates flights are on between USA and India. Sometimes, flights get cancelled due to low occupancy, geo-political tensions, natural calamity, or schedule revision.

Hi, I am a US citizen, I dont have OCI or PIO card yet. I have Entry Visa. Have booked tickets to India via Emirates airlines from SFO to MAA transiting through Dubai. However travel requirements to India posted in Emirates website seem to indicate that I dont qualify for travel via Emirates airline. https://www.emirates.com/us/english/help/covid-19/travel-requirements-by-destination/ In Indian govt website – https://www.civilaviation.gov.in/en/about-air-transport-bubbles its mentioned that “Indian and US carriers are now permitted to operate services between India and USA”. Since Emirates is not a US or an Indian carrier, this also raises concern. In this website its clearly mentioned that US citizens on Entry visa can travel to India on Emirates airline. Can you please clarify this discrepancy and possibly share any supporting document from govt. website or Emirates website that I can carry with me to prove my eligibility to travel Emirates airline to airport authorities in case I am detained from boarding the flight? ​

thank you Ram

Hi Ram! If your entry visa does not have ‘T’ (tourist) mark, you can travel to India. Emirates is also operating air bubble flights between USA and India via Dubai. Many of our customers who we booked on Emirates’ air bubble flights have traveled between USA and India.

I’m a US citizen and I have a business visa for India (it’s a paper visa in my passport and it valid through 2023). Similar question to above – I’m flying on Emirates to Chennai 30 Oct 2021, and their guidance here https://www.emirates.com/us/english/help/covid-19/travel-requirements-by-destination/ is unclear and inconsistent with the information here https://www.civilaviation.gov.in/en/about-air-transport-bubbles

Will I be able to board the flight and travel to India?

Thank you, Anna

Hi Anna! In our knowledge, your business visa in paper format is valid for travel to India. You can travel on Emirates flights to India. We booked Emirates flights for our customers who have traveled between USA and India hassle-free. Do still be advised to check with the embassy or consulate in your jurisdiction or the airline.

Hi I am a Canadian Citizen working in the US. I plan to visit my family in Ahmedabad. There is a flight from Seattle-> Dubai -> AMD. Will I be able to travel as long as I provide a negative RT-PCR test for both ways?

Hi Punit! You can make a round trip between US and India without restrictions. With a negative report for the RT-PCR test to be taken within 72 hours prior to traveling from Seattle, you can enter India. If you are fully vaccinated with a WHO-listed vaccine, you can travel back to the US without hassles. Please let us know if you have any other concern.

Hi, I am an Indian on F1 visa working on opt in San Jose. I have been vaccinated. I will be travelling to India in Nov 20 via Emirates and return on Dec 25. I have a 20 hour layover at Dubai during return. Can I take a transit visa and see Dubai during that time. Will I be eligible for any Emirates hotel for this long transit period in night. If not what option do I have. Thanks Hitesh

Hi Hitesh! As your layover duration is more than 8 hours, you are eligible for a Dubai transit visa. Please note you have to book a hotel accommodation in Dubai for availing the transit visa. You can apply for Dubai transit visa from the official website of the Dubai immigration authority.

Hi, Thanks for reply. Do I need to take another rt PCR test in Dubai if I go out of the airport ? Also since layover is greater than 10′ hours I have to go out of airport in believe? Will I get the reports back before the next flight which is only 20hrs. Do I have the option to stay at airport itself.

Hi Hitesh! It is not mandatory to go out of Dubai airport even if the layover is greater than 10 hours. It is up to you. If you choose to get out of the airport, you may be needed to take a rapid antigen test. There are lounges and other accommodation options at Dubai Airport.

I am an Indian on H1B Visa going to India for stamping purpose around 1st week of December. I have a 19 hour layover in dubai while travelling from USA to INDIA. Will i be able to visit Dubai during that time taking a dubai E-Visa ? We will be getting a Covid test done before our travel to India. Is there anything else we need to take care of. Are we allowed to travel in Dubai in these times ?

Hi Harsha! As your layover duration is more than 8 hours, you are eligible for a Dubai transit visa. Please note you have to book a hotel accommodation in Dubai for availing the transit visa. You can apply for Dubai transit visa from the official website of the Dubai immigration authority.

HI I am an US citizen and I am traveling to Hyderabad via Dubai in Emirates. I have a flight Seattle -Dubai-Hyderabad.I believe I need to take a RT-PCR test in Hyderabad airport upon arrival and also while coming back Do I need to take another RT-PCR test in Hyderabad as the info provided in the emirates site. My stay in India is for 22days can you please help clarify

Tourists transiting through Dubai All transit passengers must complete all the requirements of their final destination.

Transit passengers from the following countries must present a negative COVID‑19 PCR test certificate for a test taken no more than 72 hours before departure:

Bangladesh, India, Nigeria, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, South Africa, Uganda, Vietnam, Zambia

Transit passengers from these countries with a Dubai Connect booking and/or transit time of more than 10 hours must present a negative COVID‑19 PCR test certificate with a QR code for a test conducted within 48 hours of the time the sample was taken at an approved health facility. Passengers must also present a Rapid PCR test report with a QR code for a test conducted at the departure airport within six hours of departure.

Hi Lily! No test to be taken within 48 hours or within 6 hours prior to boarding at Hyderabad Airport unless you have a Dubai connect booking or more than 10-hour transit time in Dubai.

Our in laws are indian citizens with Indian passport holders. They are travelling on Nov 9 on Emirates via Dubai. They are vaccinated and entry into USA is not a concern. Does India’s travel bubble arrangement allow them to travel on Emirates via Dubai or will be denied boarding? India’s air bubble website is not clear. Any guidance or link that provides clarity is appreciated

Hi Mani! Hope your in-laws are vaccinated with Covishield. They can travel on Emirates flights from India via Dubai.

Thank you for the prompt response. Yes they are covishield vaccinated. Should they mention anything differently with the immigration authorities during exit formality in India or can they just say going to the USA? The department of civil aviation website says people of Indian origin can only to travel to Dubai or of their travel destination is.in Africa or South America. Is there a bulletin that I am missing? Or should we plan on paying for the visa on arrival at Dubai to circumvent the bubble regulation?

Hi Mani! Please go through the guidelines https://www.indianeagle.com/travelbeats/usa-requires-foreign-visitors-vaccinated/ . Dubai’s visa on arrival is required only if Indian travelers take a stopover in Dubai.

Similar situation. Mom/dad coming on B1/B2 visa from BOM-DUB-BOS, moderna fully vaccinated. So from what I am reading, they should be good to transit via dubai, and NO Visa on arrival needed.

Hi Priyanka! They can transit via Dubai/Abu Dhabi. No issues. They don’t require the visa on arrival.

I am an Indian.I have fully vaccinated. I am planning to go SFO via Dubai on 18th November with b1/b2 visa on emirates flight from hyderabad. Can I travel without any problem at present situation . What precautions I have to take before my journey start? Please clarify my doubts.

Hi Babu Rao! If you are vaccinated with Covishield, you are good to travel. Please go through https://www.indianeagle.com/travelbeats/usa-requires-foreign-visitors-vaccinated/ for more information.

We both are fully vaccinated and visa permitted passengers. We booked tickets to Houston on 14th November 2021 by Emirates flights. Can we travel from Hyderabad on the said date? Please clarify.

Hi Satyanarayana! If you are fully vaccinated by Covishield in India, you can travel from Hyderabad on or after November 8.

Parents want to travel from US (San Francisco) to Ahmedabad in next week or two – basically in November. They are Indian citizens and were fully vaccinated in India already.

I have gotten mixed response on whether they can take any airline other than Air India. For example, can they travel from San Francisco to Ahmedabad with Emirates with one stop over in Dubai? What about Etihad airline which goes from San Francisco -> New York -> Doha -> Ahmedabad? Several people I talked to said that we can only take Air India flight. I cannot find any concrete answer on this online anywhere 😐

Hi Mana! Indian citizens from the US can travel on one-stop flights operated by Emirates, Etihad and Qatar Airways. Many of our Indian customers who we booked on Emirates and Qatar Airways flights in the past few months traveled hassle-free to India from the US.

hello, i am indian passport and B2 visa holder, planning to fly new york from mumbai. my Emirates flight is bombay-dubai – milan – new york , where dubai and milan is only transiting for 1.5 hours each. can i fly on this route and will it not break the air bubble pact between india – usa?

Hi Hitesh! You can fly this route.

My Mom-in-Law is traveling on 9th Nov in Emirates from Cochin to Dubai to Orlando (Transit via Dubai ). Please let me know, whether the following is correct,

1. RT PCR Test before 72 hours (someone say 48 hours?) 2. Any other tests ? ( her connecting flight is within 3 hours from Dubai) 3. Vaccinated proof 4. Attestation form (Where to download the attestation form ?)

Thanks Sathish

HI Satish! She must have vaccination proof (international travel certificate from CoWin if vaccinated in India) and a negative report of the COVID-19 viral test taken within 72 hours prior to her scheduled departure from Cochin. You can take a printout of the attestation form https://www.cdc.gov/quarantine/pdf/combined-passenger-attestation-p.pdf

I also have my in laws traveling on 14th and have 5 hrs layover at Dubai. Is 72 hrs enough or has to be within 48 hrs Covid test

HI Jayesh! They should take the COVID test within 72 hours prior to their scheduled departure from India.

At present (07-11-2021) are Gulf based Airlines like Qatar and Emirates operating their flights from India to the US and the other way round. This doubt arises as the Air Bubble Arrangement with Qatar and UAE appears to cover only South American destinations and not the US. Is it safe to book Qatar and Emirates for end November travel.

Hi Qq – My sister is travelling from India to US via Emirates – one way and return on Dec 10 via Qatar. Here transit time in Dubai is 13 hrs. Can she stay in the airport or access the Dubai connect? I’ve seen some blogs saying one will have to leave the airport if the transit time is above 10 hrs. Any clarity here is highly appreciated.

Hi Anuhya! As per the current rules, travelers from restricted countries, including India, are required to leave the airport if the transit time is more than 10 hours. She can apply for ‘Dubai Connect’ online at least 24 hours prior to her scheduled departure from India. Please note a request for ‘Dubai Connect’ is subject to the UAE immigration approval. If approved, she will get complimentary accommodation, visa on arrival and free transfer service. If denied, she must either apply for a visa on arrival or have a pre-approved transit visa for Dubai.

Hi Anuhya, When is your sister travelling? If she has travelled please share her experiences. My parents have 13hr layover as well and they are travelling on Nov 25. Do we need to book our own hotel?

Hi I am planning to go to India from Seattle via Dubai and planning to take Emirates flight from Seattle to Dubai(return) and then separate flight (Indigo) from Dubai to India(return), its 2 separate bookings. I am fully vaccinated with Pfizer. So in that case, do I need to apply for transit visa or short term visa and would it be visa on arrival and would there be any issues with the visa

Hi Ajacks! You don’t need a visa on arrival/transit visa in Dubai unless you have layover for more than 10 hours at Dubai Airport or unless you plan to take a stopover in Dubai.

Thanks for the reply but I would have to go through Dubai’s immigration to collect my bags for my second(IndiGo airline) reservation from Dubai to India, so would i require anything during that

Thank you for your Blog, it’s very informative. I am a US green card holder and planning a trip from seattle to india with a stopover in dubai on the return leg. Am i eligible for a visa on arrival in dubai since i’m coming from india. Also please note that i am fully vaccinated.

Thanks Rajesh

Hi Rajesh! You don’t need a visa on arrival in Dubai unless your itinerary has a layover for more than 10 hours at Dubai Airport or unless you plan to step out of the airport.

Yes, i plan to stay in dubai for a couple of days before i make the return trip back to SEA.

I am on H1B Visa and will be travelling through Emirates from SFO to Mumbai mid november with transit in Dubai. I am fully vaccinated with Pfizer.

Will I just need to take an rt-pcr test within 72 hrs before my departure from SFO and then upload it to the air suvidha portal along with vaccination proof prior to my mumbai flight from dubai ? Or will I also need to take another test on entry in mumbai (& assuming no need to wait at the airport for test results if this is the case) ?

On the return journey, back to SFO from Mumbai with stop over again in dubai – is there still a need to take an rt-pcr test for vaccinated flyers on immigrant H1 B Visa ?

Thanks for all the helpful information ! This article was a godsend.

Hi Sera! It is not mandatory for travelers from the US to upload the vaccination proof on Air Suvidha. You can carry it. If you are found asymptomatic during thermal screening at Mumbai Airport, you are not needed to take any test on arrival. As per the guidelines for travel to the US, you need to take a COVID-19 viral test at an ICMR-approved lab within 72 hours prior to your scheduled departure from Mumbai and carry the original vaccination proof.

Thank you ! To clarify, it’s still mandatory to take a pcr test 72 hrs before departure (from sfo) and upload to Air Suvidha portal for flying into Mumbai right ?

Also, how do I know which facilities are icmr-approved labs in Mumbai ? Is there a directory online that lists this out ?

Hi Sera! It is still mandatory to take an RT-PCR test before traveling to India. You can google for the ICMR-approved labs in Mumbai. FYI, all reputed hospitals have an ICMR-approved COVID-19 testing facility in India.

Hello, My parents are traveling to US from India in Jan 2022 on B2 visa. Are there any restrictions on travel via Dubai thu Emirates. They are fully vaccinated. Trust negative RT PCR test is sufficient.

Hi Jayalakshmi! There are no restrictions for fully-vaccinated Indians’ transit via Dubai. Please make sure the transit time is less than 10 hours at Dubai Airport. If the transit time is 10 hours or more at Dubai Airport, some restrictions will apply to them. FYI, we have very good fare deals for Emirates flights. You can log on to our portal IndianEagle.com or call our travel advisors at 1-800-615-3969 (within the US) for hassle-free selection of the best itinerary and booking of flight tickets. Thank you!

Hi, I have two hours lay over at Dubai airport on my way from USA to India. Can I come out to meet my sister? Is it feasible? Thanks in advance.

Hi Hemang! Please be advised to check with the airline. In our knowledge, there are hassles. You may need a transit visa to step out of the airport.

Hello, I will be traveling to India in Jan 2022 on a 30-day tourist visa. I have heard sometimes Emirates flights gets cancelled from USA to India. Do you have idea about what happens if flight gets cancelled? Will they provide the earliest new flight? I’m concerned because if it does get cancelled and they don’t have any other flights soon, I might miss the event I’m going for

Hi Ronak! As of now, there is no update whether Emirates flights will be cancelled for travel in January 2022. Nothing can be guaranteed given the current volatile scenario.

My parents are travelling from Hyd to IAD through emirates and they have 13hr layover in Dubai. As per latest restrictions i see they might not be eligible for Dubai connect. Will they need to place separate Dubai visa as they have to exist airport and arrange hotel accomodation?

Please fill me in with details on what to do.

Hi Abhinav! If they are not eligible for Dubai Connect, they must apply for a paid visa on arrival or have a pre-approved Dubai transit visa. There are other regulations, like they need to take a Rapid PCR test at Hyderabad Int. Airport within 6 hours of their scheduled departure. A Rapid PCR test costs nearly Rs 5000 per person. Apart from this, they do also need to take a COVID-19 PCR test within 48 hours prior to their scheduled flight to Dubai.

Thanks for your response.

How can i check if my parents are eligible for Dubai Connect?

A Rapid PCR test is required for all passengers travelling through Emirates or only for travellers with 10hr+ layover?

Hi Abhinav! You will get response from the UAE Immigration authority to the online application for a Dubai Connect. Make sure to apply for Dubai Connect a few days (at least 24 hours) before their scheduled flight from India. A rapid RT-PCR test is mandatory for those whose final destination is Dubai and whose transit time is more than 10 hours at Dubai Airport.

Hi I am traveling from Hyderabad to Boston via Dubai. I am is citizen. Are there any restrictions for US citizens travel from India.

Hi Ramagopal! There are no restrictions if the transit time/layover is less than 10 hours at Dubai Airport. You must have your original vaccination proof and a negative COVID-19 viral test report.

My spouse (Indian Citizen, US Visa expired on GC EAD AP) and my daughter (US Citizen) are planning a trip to India. As flight are expenses so we have booked, USA to DUBAI and same day Sharjah to DEL After 20-25 days, DEL to Sharjah and Dubai to USA

Please let me know know the UAE visa on arrival details and COVID restriction process. Do we need pre visa or can get visa on arrival? Do we have to go through test again? They will be carrying RT-PCP from US.

Hi Karan! Being a US citizen, your daughter is eligible for Dubai’s visa on arrival, which does not require advance visa arrangements. Your spouse is not eligible for Dubai’s visa on arrival because of her expired US visa. She must apply for a 48-hr UAE visa prior to her onward and return trips, or a multiple-entry tourist visa (valid for 30 days from the first entry to Dubai). Both travelers (your spouse and daughter) should take an RT-PCR test within 72 hours prior to traveling to Dubai from the US. Please note the UAE has different regulations for the entry of travelers from India. Travelers from India, who will exit Dubai Airport or take a stopover in the UAE or who have the transit time more than 10 hrs at Dubai Airport, need to two tests: An RT-PCR test within 48 hrs prior to scheduled departure from India and a rapid PCR test at the departure airport in India within 6 hours before boarding.

Both and my wife are Indian Citizens, have a valid visa but it expires in less than six months from the date of journey. We are flying Emirates from JFK to Dubai, stay in Dubai for 3 days, and then take the flight to India via Sharjah during the onwards journey. While coming back to US, we are flying to Sharjah from India and then taking flight from Dubai to JFK the same day.

Please let me know know the UAE visa on arrival details and COVID restriction process or any complications we may run into? Thanks in advance for your service and advice.

Hi Harsha! You are not eligible for Dubai’s visa on arrival because your US visa must be valid for 6 months. You should apply for a 96-hr UAE visa prior to your onward trip to Dubai from the US. Both of you should take an RT-PCR test within 72 hours prior to traveling to Dubai from the US. Please note the UAE has different regulations for the entry of travelers from India. Travelers from India, who will exit Dubai Airport or take a stopover in the UAE or who have the transit time more than 10 hrs at Dubai Airport, need to take two tests: an RT-PCR test within 48 hrs prior to scheduled departure from India and a rapid PCR test at the departure airport in India within 6 hours before boarding. You should have the Dubai transit visa during return travel.

I have a flight from SFO to CCU in early December and return back in January. Transit time in Dubai on the journey from USA to India is 16 hrs and on return is 20 hrs (more than 10 in each case) . The flight from SFO to DXB is emirates while from DXB to CCU is FLy dubai. On the return both are emirates. Have the following questions

a> While we are all vaccinated, we understand need to do RT PCR for all passensgers, up to 72 hrs before the flight and have the report ready. b> Do we need to do one more round of vaccination in Dubai as well (note during boarding of the DXB to CCU flight , 72 hrs would have crossed from the first report) ? IF yes, cost estimate for the test ? c> Can I check out in the Dubai Airport (get a visa) and then check back in before the DXB-CCU flight ? d> Would the COVID requirment be different based on I leave or not leave the airport ? e> Do I need to get one more round of COVID test in Kolkata as well (it would be almost 90 hrs after the first test in USA)

************ QUESTION on the return Journey FROM CCU to SFO***************** a> Do we need to do one more round of vaccination in Dubai as well (note during boarding of the DXB to SFO flight , most likely 72 hrs would have crossed from the first report) c> Can I check out in the Dubai Airport (get a visa) and then check back in before the DXB-SFO flight ? d> Would the COVID requirment be different based on I leave or not leave the airport (stay within airport area)? e> Do I need to get one more round of COVID test in SFO as well as well (it would be almost 90 hrs after the first test in India)

Please advise . Thanks for the guidance .

Hi Deb! If you have only one PNR for the entire itinerary from SFO to CCU, it is enough to take an RT-PCR test and get the report issued within 72 hours prior to the first leg of the journey. If there are separate PNRs for SFO to DXB and DXB to CCU, you may consider taking an RT-PCR test at Dubai Airport. Please note additional vaccination is not required in Dubai. You can check out and re-check in at Dubai Airport if you are eligible for a visa on arrival or have a pre-approved transit visa. If you are a US citizen or have a 6-month valid US visa/green card, you are eligible for a visa on arrival at Dubai Airport. If you are asymptomatic, you don’t need to undergo additional testing on arrival at CCU Airport. Again, additional vaccination in Dubai or additional testing at SFO is not required during your return journey.

Please check for “regulations for travelers from India if Dubai transit time is over 10 hours” in https://www.indianeagle.com/travelbeats/air-india-vbm-air-bubble-flights-2020/ . Hope this helps you.

Hi! Fully vaccinated US citizen with eTourist Visa for India (no OCI). Planning travel on Turkish Airlines from New York to Abu Dhabi and on Air Arabia from Abu Dhabi to New Delhi (9 hour layover), both separate tickets (not same PNR). Are there any issues with the air bubble arrangements traveling from Abu Dhabi to Delhi? Any other considerations (COVID testing, visa, etc) to keep in mind? Greatly appreciate the guidance – this is all quite confusing!

Hi! Fully vaccinated US citizen with eTourist Visa (no OCI). Planning travel from New York to Abu Dhabi and Abu Dhabi to Delhi (9 hour layover, separate tickets / PNR); same sequence for the return flight. Any issues with the India leg (inbound and outbound) with respect to UAE air bubble arrangement? Don’t want to be denied boarding on the way there or on the way back. Appreciate the guidance!

Hi Shruti! No issues. If you have all the documents including a negative RT-PCR test report, you are good to travel.

I am a US citizen visiting Dubai for 4 days from Europe and then heading to India after Dec 15th. Fully vaccinated (Moderna) and will have PCR test before UAE and India. Any other restrictions I should be aware of?

HI Amy! No other restriction. Being a US citizen, you are eligible for Dubai’s visa on arrival. Make sure to upload your vaccination proof, a negative RT-PCR report and submit a self-declaration form on Air Suvidha within 72 hours prior to traveling to India from Dubai.

My parents with B1 visa, will be traveling from Chennai(MAA) to DXB to Los Angels (LAX)

They will do the RTPCR test as per the current US guidelines I.e within 3 days of travel. I would like to know as they would be transiting through Dubai with layover of 2 hrs, will they still need RAPID PCR test 6hrs before they onboard Chennai flight ?

Hi Sankar! As the transit time is less than 10 hours, they don’t need to take a rapid RT-PCR test. Please note the USA-bound travelers from India and other countries will be required to take an RT-PCR test within 24 hours, instead of the current 72 hours, from next week.

I am a US Citizen traveling to Kochi India from Washington DC on 10th Dec by Etihad , but my Abu Dhabi to Kochi leg has been cancelled by Etihad. I am working with travel agent to book me to Chennai or Bangalore not sure it will workout. My question is can I book my own ticket to Kochi from Abu Dhabi or Sharjah or Dubai ( being Dubai and Sharjah are 2 hours drive from Abu Dhabi) ? Is there any time limit I should fly out ? do you need any visa to travel by road to Dubai or Sharjah ? My return ticket on 31st December COK to Abu Dhabi and Abu Dhabi to IAD is confirmed. Thank you for your great service.

Hi Kumar! US citizens are eligible for a visa on arrival at any port of entry in the UAE. Given the current and upcoming scenario in the wake of Omicron variant, please be advised to book your flight to India from Abu Dhabi itself where you will land from the US.

Hi Can you please let me know of travel bubble still exists, can I travel from Ireland to India via Dubai now or is there any restriction in place

Hi Navin! Ireland is classified as a country at risk. Traveling from Ireland, you are subjected to mandatory RT-PCR testing on arrival. If the report is negative, you will be directed to undergo home-quarantine for 7 days and additional testing on day 8.

Is there in chances to cancel flights to USA from Ahmedabad I January. I m about to fly so I want to make sure before I fly out. I book tickets to emirates. Plz let me know. I need to know

Hi Chandni! Given the volatile scenario of travel, nothing can be said certainly.

I will be travelling from hyd to dubai to seattle with a 20 hour layover in dubai. Do i have to get tested for covid again in dubai? if yes, is it pretty easy to do so, ie. finding the testing facility, and getting results within 20 hours? I am travelling on a US passport. Thanks for your help.

Hi Sapan! Please go through the Regulations for travelers from India if Dubai transit time is over 10 hours in https://www.indianeagle.com/travelbeats/air-india-vbm-air-bubble-flights-2020/ . In our knowledge, transit travelers from India are not required to take a test at Dubai Airport. Due to your 20-hour transit time/layover in Dubai, you need to take two tests before your departure from India.

I will be travelling to India from San Francisco on Dec 25th via dubai. I have a 27 hr layover in dubai and will be visiting dubai during this time. Do I need to get tested for covid again in dubai? How is easy is to find testing facilities in dubai and get results? Thanks for your help

In this new postponement of International flights by India up to 31st January, ’22, is it going to affect Eithad airways flying to India from US? Kindly let me know.

Hi Alkesh! What you got to know about international flights to India is the suspension of normal/regular international flights. Since March 2020, normal international civil flight operations have remained suspended. It has no impact on air bubble flights that the airlines are currently operating.

I’m flying from San Francisco via Dubai to Chennai. Is there any other document required apart from a Covid test 72 hours before departure?

Hi PV! Other than a negative RT-PCR test report, you must have a color printout of the self-declaration form that you are required to fill out on Air Suvidha within 72 hours prior to your travel from SFO. If you are fully vaccinated, make sure to upload the vaccine proof on Air Suvidha and carry the original document.

I am India citizen and having H1 Visa (My H1 visa is getting expired in July 23rd 2022). I am flying from SFO to Delhi via Dubai on 4th Feb and coming back on 26th Feb. I have below queries: 1. SFO to Delhi – Having 8.55 hrs layover, So do i need transit visa? 2. Delhi to SFO – Having 14hr layover, so do i need transit visa? 3. Do i need to get another RTPCR test at Dubai?

Thanks, Amit

Hi Amit! A Dubai transit visa or visa on arrival is not required unless the transit time/layover is 10 hours or more. As of today, no COVID-19 testing during transit in Dubai.

Hi, So during my back journey from Delhi to SFO has layover time more than 10 hrs, so i need transit visa? Also i heard if people are not coming in direct flights from USA to India, they are getting tested in Delhi airport and waiting for result. Is this the case?

Hi Amit! You need a pre-approved transit visa if the transit time is more than 10 hours in Dubai during travel from India to USA. You will have to take a test on arrival if you are found symptomatic in thermal screening or if you are among the 2% of the total passengers identified for random testing.

Are flights will be opn in January 1st week or any chances of lockdown?

Hi Sid! Currently international flights are open.

Hello and thank you for the wealth of information here.

I arrived from USA last week on Emirates and am scheduled to return on January 11th. But I am getting concerned whether the Emirates flight might get canceled (example: United and Delta airlines canceled domestic flights). I know we cannot predict what may happen in two weeks, but do you think the chances of Emirates canceling its flight are high (despite them operating in air bubble)? Should I get worried and buy an earlier return ticket?

Thank you for any advice you can provide.

I’m an Indian passport holder traveling back to India from the US (SFO) via Emirates with a transit time of 3 hours at Dubai airport. My passport is valid until 2027, but my H1B visa has expired. I’m hoping I do not have to apply for any kind of visa/approval in regards to transiting via Dubai on my journey onto my final destination in India considering my expired US visa. Kindly advise. Thank you for your help & advice!

Hi Mahendra! You can travel to India and transit via the UAE despite your US visa having been expired.

I have travel tomorrow from Orlando to Bangalore via Dubai. Do I have to give the rapid test or PCR test on landing in Bangalore

Hi Anurag! Fully-vaccinated travelers from the USA are not required to take a post-arrival test, except 2% of the arrivals for random testing. If you are identified among the 2%, your swab will be collected before you leave the airport.

Greetings!! I am planning to visit US in. February along with my wife.. Return journey will be in April. Which Air line is operating. Or Emirates operating Hyderabad to LA flights. If yes what will be the lowest/ best price for return ticket Hyderabad- LA- Hyderabad

Hi Vinod! We have the best deals available from our partner airlines for a round trip between India and the US. Please be advised to call our travel advisors at 01-800-615-3969 or write to us at [email protected] .

Hi, I have to travel US from HYD on 21st. Is RTPCR test enough or do we need to give rapid test as well ? Please help!

Hi Siva! Taking a regular RT-PCR test is enough. Wish you safe travel!

Hi, I am planning to travel from delhi to toronto via dubai on March 2022. I am an indian national.

option 1 – By emirates with 14hr layover. Q1) can i take pcr/rt pct test in transit area? Q2) how long it takes for the results Q3) if i need to go out of the transit area to do the test, do i need visa?

option 1 – Take flight1 from delhi to dubai & then light2 from dubai to toronto after say 15hrs or so. Q1) where can i take pcr/rt pct test in airport area? Q2) how long it takes for the results Q3) since my terminals wud change, i guess i need to go outside, do i need visa?

Hi Biren! Travelers from India, among the restricted countries, are required to leave Dubai Airport’ terminal if the transit time or layover is over 10 hours in Dubai. In this case, you can apply for Dubai Connect online at least 24 hours prior to your scheduled departure from India. A request for Dubai Connect is subject to the UAE immigration approval. If approved, you will get complimentary accommodation outside the airport, complimentary visa on arrival and free airport transfer service.

If denied, you will have to arrange accommodation outside the airport and must apply for a visa on arrival or have a pre-approved Dubai transit visa. In case you are unable to provide evidence of accommodation (hotel or a friend/relative’s residence in Dubai) outside Dubai Airport (DXB), you are likely to be denied boarding at the departure airport in India.

As per the UAE’s current regulations, travelers from India with the transit time/layover more than 10 hours at Dubai Airport must take a COVID-19 PCR test within 48 hours prior to scheduled departure from India and a (additional) Rapid PCR test at the departure airport within 6 hours of scheduled boarding. These two test reports must be negative and have a QR code.

Do we have to take both COVID-19 PCR test before departure within 48 hours and Rapid PCR test at departure airport within 6 hours ?

Can you please confirm ?, I thought only one of them would suffice.

Hi Niharikar! Is there transit time/layover 10 hours or more at Dubai Airport in your itinerary?

Yes, the layover time is more than 10 hours at Dubai airport, from your previous comments I got clarified that we have to take both tests and also is there an eligibility criteria for getting a transit visa and accommodation through Dubai Connect ? and if we are denied by Dubai Connect, I understood that we need to have our own accommodation with our own expenses but will we definitely be given a transit visa for leaving the airport for an accommodation, or is there any criteria for that ?

Hi Niharikar! You can check https://www.emirates.com/in/english/before-you-fly/visa-passport-information/ for information about the UAE visas.

Hi, I just called emirates and they confirmed that if the layover is less than 24 hours we need not leave the airport.

did the rules change recently , can you please confirm my query ?

thanks, Niharikar Komirelly

I am a UK resident, but travelling to the US for 7 days on February 17th and then plan to travel to Mumbai via Dubai connection (Emirates flight) on 25th February. does the UAE exemption apply? My fiance and I cannot do the 7 day quarantine. We know that flights from the UAE are exempt (from the 16th January ministry update).

Can you confirm if we need to still do the 7 day quarantine in Mumbai?

Hi Sagar! All international arrivals are subject to 7-day home quarantine and RT-PCR testing on day 8 in India, irrespective of their travel origin and itinerary.

hello there, I am USA Citizen and planning trip to India, but I want to spend few days in Dubai, what is best advice for me. I know there as been some rules changed regarding per testing. I also heard that I need insurance to enter dubai.

What is the best advice for me.

Hi AKB! If you travel to India after a few days in Dubai, you are required to take an RT-PCR test and upload the negative report on Air Suvidha before flying into India.

I am in H1B and dont have visa stamping can I travel USA to India Visa Dubai without stamped Visa

Hi Dilip! You can travel to India via Dubai without your H1B visa stamped.

I have a flight Delhi-SFO next week with a layover of 14 hours in Dubai. Do I need a transit visa ? What are the Covid Testing requirements? RT-PCR within 48 hours or Rapid test at the Delhi Airport will work ?

Hi Ashim! With the layover being more than 10 hours, you need to apply for a Dubai Connect at least 24 hours before your international flight from Delhi. If approved, you will get complimentary hotel accommodation, free airport transfer and a visa to enter the UAE. If not, you are eligible for a visa on arrival on condition of having a US visa or Green Card valid for minimum 6 months. You either need to take an RT-PCR test within 48 hours before your flight to Dubai or a medical certificate with a QR code if you recovered from COVID-19 within one month before your arrival in Dubai. The requirement for rapid RT-PCR testing within 6 hours at the departure airport has been scrapped.

I am travelling from Delhi to Orlando (US) via Emirates. For the COVID test, can I get a TruNat test or a normal RT-PCR is required?

Hi Rubal! You are required to take either an antigen or RT-PCR test.

Hi Greetings, My Son a USA citizen with X-1 India multiple entry visa issued in 2018 (5 year visa expires in 2023) will be traveling with us (GC holders) to India via Dubai in Emirates in April.

Does Emirate allow X-1 visa holders to board the flight since we find info only on OCI/PIO card holders? Please let us know as we don’t want to get denied boarding last minute.

Thanks, Devan

Hi Devanbu! Your son has a valid visa. Hence, he can travel on Emirates between USA and India.

Hi Greetings,

Need Advice:

I lost my Indian passport with a valid F1 visa 2 years ago. I applied for a new passport in Indian Embassy, Chicago, USA. Now I had a New Indian passport without any US Visa stamped on it. I am now planning to travel to India in the month of May 2022.

Will there be any problem traveling to India?? Does all the Airlines allows to travel?? Or should I travel through a specific airlines??

For example, can I travel From Chicago(ORD) to India(HYD) via Dubai ( Emirates Airlines). Since my New passport does not have any prior visa stamped in it. Does anyone who faced such situation and can you share your experience and suggestions about my situation.

Thanks. Sharath

Hi Sarath! In our knowledge, Indian passport holders having an expired US visa can travel to India via the Middle East. But your case is absolutely different. There is no prior visa stamp on your current passport. Please be advised to check the same with Emirates, and if possible, obtains a NOC from the embassy for hassle-free travel.

I’m travelling from Mumbai to the US via Dubai on Emirates. My flight departs Mumbai on Apr 15 at 19:20, arriving Dubai at 22:00. And onward departure from Dubai is on Apr 16, 02:20 to IAD (i.e. the following day but within 4 hours of my arrival in Dubai). To address the need for the RT-PCR test for the US, must I take a test on the 15th itself and get results back same day in India or can I test on the 14th?

Hi Aaren! As per the regulations, you can take the test any time on April 14, the day before your international flight from Mumbai.

Hi, We are traveling with our 8yr old kid, SFO->Dubai->Hyderabad with 40hours stopover in Dubai. According to UAE guidelines, kids less than 12yrs old do not need Covid test to enter Dubai. But according to Indian guidelines, they need negative Covid test to enter India.

My question is: Will the airlines allow our kid to board without Covid test at SFO (since we are stopping in Dubai), and then we can do the test in Dubai and satisfy the condition to travel Dubai->Hyderabad.

Hi Vijuki! In our knowledge, your son can travel from the US to Dubai without any test. However, be advised to get confirmation from the airline.

Are Indian Passport holders with a valid B1 B2 (tourist) USA Visa allowed to fly Emirates from Mumbai to Washington via Dubai with a less than 10 hours transit layover?

Also, the travel advisory requires a Negative RT PCR Report where the test is carried out less than 24 hours before flight departure. Most Laboratories in Mumbai stipulate a turnaround time of “within 24 hours” for Report to be made available. This may entail time constraints, especially if flight departure time is around midnight to say 0400 hours. Is a Rapid RT PCR Test Result acceptable?

Hi Zarir! Indian passport holders can travel on Emirates via Dubai. The layover/transit time is not an issue. As per the United States’ requirement, you should take an antigen or RT-PCR test any time the day before your international flight from Mumbai. Let’s assume your international flight from Mumbai is scheduled on March 26. You need to take the test any time on March 25. You can take a rapid antigen test.

I am an US citizen traveling back on 27Apr DEL-DXB-DFW with a 9 hour layover in Dubai. Can I go out of the airport and visit friends? I will have my RTPCR done on 26Apr as per USA entry requirements before India departure. Since my DXB-DFW flight departs on 28th early morning 2.30am from DXB, do I need to get PCR/Antigen testing done again in Dubai since I stepped out of the airport?

Hi Mehta! In our knowledge, additional testing is not required for stepping out of the airport during the layover in Dubai. However, be advised to check with the airline’s kiosk at Dubai Airport after your arrival there.

Thanks for your reply. My main worry is for the flight back to US – since it would be more than 1 day when lasted tested in India.

Hi there, We are traveling April 5th to Chennai in Emirates EWR-ATH-DXB-MAA. Do we need to have covid testing done 72hrs prior for my son who is 4.5 years old as he is not vaccinated yet? We both are fully vaccinated plus booster shot as well so assume we are fine with transit at Athens airport & Dubai airport. Please advise. Thanks.

Hi Rajkumar! India’s current guidelines exempt kids under 5 years of age from taking a pre-departure RT-PCR test. Your son does not require the test for transit via Dubai. We are not sure about the transit via Athens. Hence, be advised to check with the airline whether your son needs a negative RT-PCR test report for transit via Athens.

Hi Rajkumar, A quick question if you could answer. Do you need Athens / Greece transit visa for people on H1 (visa stamping)?

Hello We are senior citizens travelling to USA on 25th April 2022 by Emirates transiting through Dubai with layover of more than 10 hours and availing Dubai connect services. We are fully vaccinated. We are informed that we have to take RT PCR test one day before departure that is 24th April. However, the flight from Dubai to US will be on 26th early morning. Will the RT PCR test done in India on 24th April hold good?. We will be provided VISA in Dubai by Emirates for our stay in Hotel since layover is more than 10 hours under Dubai connect.

Hello Hemchand ji! If your flights (India to Dubai and Dubai to USA) are ticketed together under the same PNR, your report of the RT-CPR test taken in India on April 24 is valid for the connecting flight from Dubai to USA. No additional test is required.

I am an Indian national, I want to travel from USA to India on May 23rd and my itinerary is as follows: Newark (EWR) to Dubai via United Airlines with a layover in Zurich Dubai to Pune (PNQ) via Spicejet

Will I face any issues due to the covid air bubbles? I read on Indian Civil Aviation website that “only passengers originating from UAE or any country in South America or Africa should be allowed to travel on flights from UAE to India.”

I also read that people traveling from USA to India can transit via Dubai only if they are flying with Emirates.

Can you please confirm if I am able to fly?

Hi Jaanvi! You can travel. There are no such restrictions any more, as air bubble travel regulations have been eliminated with effect from March 27, 2022.

I will be travelling to Dallas from Mumbai via Dubai and my transit time in Dubai is 5 hours. I won’t be going out of Dubai airport. I am Indian passport holder and having valid US visa. Do I need transit visa at Dubai

Hi Sunil! You don’t need a transit visa for Dubai since the layover is under 10 hours.

Hi, I will be traveling this month end to USA from New Delhi. Can i carry my keyboard Casio CS300 with me?

Hi Suraj! The airline can better address your query.

I am scheduled to travel from Kolkata (India) to New York (US) via Dubai on May 1, 2022

I understand that all international travelers to the US are required to carry a negative RTPCR test, not older than 1 day before the date of travel.

My flight from Kolkata to Dubai will fly on May 1, 2022, and the flight from Dubai to New York will fly on May 2, 2022.

The layover in Dubai is around 3 hours.

1) Is it okay if I get an RTPCR test done on April 30, 2022, i.e., one day before the first leg of the itinerary?

2) Can the test be performed at any time on April 30, 2022? Or should it be within a 24-hour window prior to the departure from Kolkata?

Would be great if you could help with the above questions. Thanks!

Hi Ramesh! You can take the test any time on April 30, 2022.

I am Indian citizen traveling to Costa Rica. My flight Transit through Dubai and USA. My question is i know with US b1/b2 visa I can transit through USA but with Indian passport and USA b1/b2 visa, can I transit though Dubai? Or if i need to apply any kind of visa??

Hi Sakir! You can transit through Dubai as you have a valid US B1/B2 visa.

Hi, I am returning back to US in Emirates this weekend. Do we need to fill online attestation form? Received a notification from Emirates that I will be receiving online attestation form, which will be available 48 hours before departure but i haven’t received any email with the link for form and my US phone/text doesn’t work. Is there a way to complete this attestation form at Airport in India? Please let me know.

Thanks, Ravi

Hi Ravikumar! Below is the link to the United States’ attestation form. This form is the same for everyone, irrespective of the airline you choose to travel on. https://www.airindia.in/images/pdf/Attachment-A-Fillable-Attestation-English-p.pdf

Thanks! I was able to scan the QR code that was provided during check-in at the airport to fill in the form which was easier. They don’t accept printed attestation form.

My mom is going to travel back from USA to India via emirates MCO-DXB-DEL with 3 hours layover in Dubai. Does she require any RT-PCR test to be done in USA or in Dubai?

Hi Anjali! If she is fully-vaccinated, she needs not take an RT-PCR test in the US or Dubai. All she needs to do is upload a copy of her vaccine card/certificate on Air Suvidha and fill out a self-declaration form on Air Suvidha within 72 hours before her journey from the US.

Thank you so much!

Hi Indianeagle,

I am travelling with my wife and daughter from SFO to MAA on 3rd June, I already uploaded copy of my vaccination certificate on Air Suvidha and got the acknowledgement. 1) Is this too early and do I need to do it within 72 hours before departure? 2) I used one form and added my wife and daughter as co-passengers on the Air Suvidha form, is that ok?

Hi Senthil! Since three of you will be traveling together with the same PNR, it is ok to add them as co-travelers in the self-declaration form. As per the norm, you should fill out and submit the self-declaration form within 72 hours before traveling from SFO.

thanks a lot, appreciate the quick response

Wish you a very happy and safe trip!

We are US citizens (not of Indian decent) traveling from US to Dubai and want to spend 3-4 days in Dubai before flying to India. Flight from US to Dubai is Emirates and then we take another flight from Dubai to India. Also, on way back we are flying Indigo from India to Dubai and staying overnight before flying back to the US.

Hi Anju! What you posted in comment is your itinerary. May we know your query? What information are you looking for?

hi I want to travel from dallas to mumbai using emirates on sep 2022 and return oct 2022. Can i travel with expired usa visa in my passport, how will i change terminal for connecting flight in dubai for mumbai? Do we need any transit visa for this?

Hi Ram! In our knowledge, you can travel on Emirates and via Dubai with an expired visa. However, be advised to check the same with the airline for your satisfaction. Transit visa is not required.

I will recently travelling from Delhi to IAD transit in Dubai(transit time – 3hrs)

Please advise 1. whether negative RTPCR test is needed ? and what should be its validity. 2. Any self declaring form that needs to be submitted ?

Hi Rahul! You must be fully vaccinated and have valid vaccination proof. Or else, you won’t be able to travel to the US. A negative RT-PCR test report is not mandatory. You must have taken the final dose at least 14 days before your planned departure from India. You need to duly fill in and sign a passenger disclosure and attestation form that you will get from the airline. Kindly note Sputnik is not approved by the US.

Appreciate the information you provide us here!

I am planning to travel from India to USA with a stopover of 3 days (< 96 hours) in Dubai – tickets could be together or different. In either case, do I need to apply for a Transit Visa or am I eligible for a Visa on Arrival (I hold an US H1B Visa, if that matters)?

Also, does Emirates help me with the Transit Visa if I book an onward ticket from India to Dubai via Emirates and book the remaining leg from Dubai to USA via some other airlines?

Thanks for your help!

HI Srinivas! Only U visitor visa and Green card holders are eligible for a visa on arrival in the UAE. You need to apply in advance for a transit visa for 48 to 96 hours of stopover in Dubai/UAE. You must have a confirmed flight ticket for onward travel and a valid hotel booking for the duration of your stay/stopover in Dubai/UAE. We have best deals from Emirates and other airlines for your travel from India to USA via Dubai. Kindly log on to IndianEagle.com or call our customer helpline 001-800-615-3969.

Hi , My mom is going to travel back from USA to India via emirates to Hyderabad with 3 hours layover in Dubai. Does she require any RT-PCR test to be done in USA or in Dubai?

Hi Lily! If your mom is fully vaccinated (with the second dose of the two-dose vaccine at least 15 days before her departure from the US), she does not need to take an RT-PCR test in the US or Dubai. She should provide details of her vaccination in the Air Suvidha form and carry the vaccination card/certificate while traveling.

Thank you very Helpful information

You’re welcome. Wish a safe trip to your mother!

Is it easy for parents to do Dubai connect?

Hi Siddharth! Yes it is. First, you should check whether their itinerary is eligible for Dubai Connect.

Hi Everyone,

My friend has a return travel with Emirates next week, from Delhi to Los Angeles, USA. After a vacation of two months. She is traveling with a family member. There is a layover in Dubai, so where will be the port of entry / immigration for them ? Any helpful thoughts?

Hi Davis! Dubai is the transit layover in their itinerary, and Los Angeles Airport is the port of entry where they will undergo immigration checks.

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Emirates Group announces 2023-24 results

For the financial year ended 31 March 2024, the Emirates Group posted a record profit of AED 18.7 billion (US$ 5.1 billion), up 71% compared with an AED 10.9 billion (US$ 3.0 billion) profit for last year. The Group’s revenue was AED 137.3 billion (US$ 37.4 billion), an increase of 15% over last year’s results. The Group’s cash balance was AED 47.1 billion (US$ 12.8 billion), the highest ever reported, up 11% from last year.

Combined Group profits for the last 2 years, at AED 29.6 billion, surpass pandemic losses of AED 25.9 billion during 2020-2022.

Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman and Chief Executive, Emirates airline and Group said: “The Emirates Group has once again raised the bar to deliver a new record performance. Throughout the year, we saw high demand for air transport and travel related services around the world, and because we were able to move quickly to deliver what customers want, we achieved tremendous results. We are reaping the benefit of years of non-stop investments in our products and services, in building strong partnerships, and in the capabilities of our talented people.

“Huge credit is also due to the UAE’s visionary leaders, especially HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai. It is thanks to their leadership and the nation’s progressive policies that the Emirates Group is able to flourish. Both Emirates and dnata have forged successful business models leveraging Dubai’s unique advantages, in turn generating enormous value for Dubai and the communities they serve around the world.”

HH Sheikh Ahmed added: “The Group’s excellent financial standing today places us in a strong position for future growth and success. It enables us to invest to deliver even better products, services, and more value to our customers and stakeholders.”

Many major projects are already underway, including: a multibillion-dollar aircraft fleet and cabin renewal programme; new catering, cargo, and ground handling capabilities; advanced technologies to support the Group’s operations; expanded training and people development programmes; and initiatives to progress the Group’s sustainability agenda.

In 2023-24, the Group collectively invested AED 8.8 billion (US$ 2.4 billion) in new aircraft, facilities, equipment, companies, and the latest technologies to support its growth plans.

The Group’s total workforce grew by 10% to 112,406 employees, its largest size ever, as Emirates and dnata continued recruitment activity around the world to support its expanding operations and bolster its future capabilities.

The Group took significant strides in its sustainability journey during 2023-24, putting into action numerous initiatives focussed on the environment, its people, customers, and communities.

Environmental topics were high on the agenda during the year, as the UAE hosted the world’s biggest conference for climate action, COP28, in Dubai.

In 2023-24, Emirates signed new supply agreements to uplift sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) at its Dubai hub for the very first time, and also in Amsterdam and Singapore. The airline operated the first A380 demonstration flight using 100% SAF in one engine, collecting data to support industry efforts to enable a future of 100% SAF flying.

Recognising that airlines today have the limited viable solutions to meaningfully reduce carbon emissions, Emirates established a US$ 200 million fund to support R&D projects that focus on reducing the impact of fossil fuels in commercial aviation. It also became a founding entity of Air-CRAFT, a UAE-based research consortium for renewable and advanced aviation fuels; and joined The Solent Cluster, a UK initiative focused on producing low-carbon fuels for a variety of sectors, including aviation.

dnata continued to invest and induct more electric and hybrid vehicles to its global fleet of ground support equipment (GSE), adding new baggage tractors, cargo loaders, and pushback tractors to its USA operations. It also converted and refurbished diesel-powered GSEs in Italy to run on Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil and electric power. dnata’s UAE businesses including dnata logistics, Arabian Adventures, Alpha Flight Services and City Sightseeing Worldwide, transitioned to biofuel for its landside fleet of vehicles.

During the year, dnata became the first combined air services provider to receive the International Air Transport Association’s environmental management (IEnvA) certification for its commitment to sustainability across its UAE businesses; and Emirates achieved IEnvA Stage One and the IEnvA Illegal Wildlife Trade module certifications, for its efforts in environmental stewardship and anti-wildlife trafficking.

The Group ramped up investments in people development, rolling out a comprehensive programme of learning and training options for its workforce in partnership with top universities and key industry partners. A Gender Balance Council was established to champion and promote gender equality within the Group.

The Emirates Group has expanded its ESG reporting in its latest 2023-24 report and are adopting aspects of the GRI standards. It plans to evolve its reporting to meet ISSB and CSRD requirements in the coming years.

Sheikh Ahmed said: “We enter our 2024-25 financial year on strong foundations for continued growth. Emirates will receive delivery of 10 new A350 aircraft in 2024-25, adding to our fleet mix and supporting the next phase of its network growth. dnata will continue to leverage synergies and scale across its business divisions to grow its footprint and capabilities. In tandem, we are investing resources to minimise our environmental impact, develop our people, look after our customers and the communities we serve.”

“The business outlook is positive, and we expect customer demand for air transport and travel to remain strong in the coming months. As always, we will keep a close watch on costs and external factors such as oil prices, currency fluctuations, and volatile environments caused by socio-political changes. Our business model has been tested before, and I am confident in our resilience and ability to respond quickly to opportunities and challenges.”

He added:“Looking further ahead, the Dubai government has announced plans to start the next phase of expansion at Al Maktoum International Airport, which will eventually be the new hub for Emirates and dnata’s operations. This AED 128 billion (US$ 35 billion) investment will significantly expand and enhance Dubai’s aviation and logistics infrastructure, supporting the city’s growth, and Emirates’ and dnata’s growth.

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