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Is ICA approval still required to enter Abu Dhabi?
All UAE residents can travel to Dubai without an approval from GDRFA or ICA. However, residents travelling from the following countries will need an approval: Bangladesh.
Do we need ICA approval to return UAE?
For UAE residents, travelling from certain countries, approval from the Federal Authority for Identity and Citizenship (ICA) must first be obtained. If they reside in Dubai, approval from the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs (GDRFA) is also required.
Can you enter Abu Dhabi now?
Unvaccinated travellers from ‘Green list’ countries coming to Abu Dhabi from Dubai or other Emirates are welcomed in Abu Dhabi without quarantine. Unvaccinated travellers coming from non-green list countries need to quarantine for 10 days in Abu Dhabi.
How can I check my ICA approval status in UAE?
On the website, https://uaeentry.ica.gov.ae, all you need to do is enter your passport number, Emirates ID number, nationality and passport type to get the instant verification.
Is UAE on green list?
Can you travel to Dubai? Travel to Dubai has been off limits for most of 2021 as the United Arab Emirates was added to the red list back in January to prevent the spread of Covid-19. And now, since October 2021, the amber and green lists have been abolished, for a new red and non-red list system.
How do I get ICA approval back from Abu Dhabi?
ICA approval not required for UAE residents
- UAE residents do not require to get ICA approval to return back to Abu Dhabi.
- They need to submit passport number and Emirates ID number in uaeentry.ica.gov.ae.
- Once submitted, you will receive the verification of UAE entry status.
Is ICA approval mandatory?
From Friday 27 August, travellers arriving to Abu Dhabi must register via the ICA Smart Travel Service before they fly even if they are travelling to Dubai or another emirate. This applies to adults, children and infants.
How can I get ICA approval?
How to apply for ICA or GDRFA approval to return to the UAE
- How to get approval from the ICA.
- Step 1: Visit the ICA website.
- Step 2: Fill in the application form.
- Step 3: Fill in your passport details.
- Step 4: Enter your UAE details.
- Step 5: Fill in details of your COVID-19 vaccine and PCR test dates.
Can I enter Abu Dhabi with Dubai visa?
“Yes, Dubai visa holders can land in Abu Dhabi,” Etihad Airways spokesperson said. Also, children under 12 years do not need a PCR test to travel to Abu Dhabi.
How do I know if my ICA is approved?
Is Abu Dhabi on the green list?
Abu Dhabi has updated its green list – and there are now 95 countries that can travel to the UAE capital without having to quarantine. Passengers travelling from countries on the green list do not need to quarantine on arrival in the UAE capital. All arrivals from all other countries must quarantine for ten days.
Is Dubai going to be on the green list?
Dubai has not been added to the green list for quarantine-free holidays.
Do I need ICA approval for UAE residence visa?
UAE residence visa holders returning to Abu Dhabi, Sharjah and other emirates except Dubai no longer need to get prior ICA approval, however, the ICA advised travelers to update their record and check the validity of their travel documents through the website https://uaeentry.ica.gov.ae.
Do expats need ICA approval to return to Dubai?
Expats returning to the UAE have been advised to get a “green” message from the Federal Authority of Identity and Citizenship (ICA) before returning to the emirates to avoid travel disruptions. UAE residence visa holders returning to Abu Dhabi, Sharjah and other emirates except Dubai no longer need to get prior ICA approval, however, the ICA
Can I travel to Abu Dhabi from outside the Green List?
Travellers from outside the ‘green’ list can still travel into Abu Dhabi but following the latest protocols and guidelines. For more info please click here. Before making any travel arrangements to Abu Dhabi, please ensure the following:
Do you need ice approval to travel to Abu Dhabi?
The advice comes after some residents were reportedly stranded at Abu Dhabi and Sharjah airports on 17 August. Residents travelling to Abu Dhabi no longer require ICE approval. The Federal Authority for Identity will automatically grant pre-approval, without applying.