Abu Dhabi Stops Using EDE Scanners at Entry Points

  • Publish date: Saturday، 29 October 2022
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Abu Dhabi will no longer use EDE scanner and thermal scanners at entry points to all commercial, leisure and tourist facilities but the Green Pass protocols will continue to apply according to Department of Culture and Tourism (DCT Abu Dhabi) circular.

DCT Abu Dhabi said in the circular sent to hotels and tourism establishments, event organisers, venue owners, museums, and cultural and leisure venues "Based on the directives of the concerned authorities issued in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, EDE and thermal screening is not required at entry points. Green Pass protocols use remains valid and required at entry points"

UAE government eased COVID-19 protocols, making masks optional in most public places as well as increasing the validity of the Green Pass to 30 days in October.