Residents of the United Arab Emirates should understand and fully comprehend the latest travel updates before traveling outside the country. Travelers have to check official guidance before leaving for another country.
This would provide them with necessary information including the requirements of entering the country of destination, in addition to safety conditions, health measures, and local rules. This is why it’s vital to review the latest travel guidance from official sources before traveling to avoid encountering any unexpected situations during their trip.
Start with the destination’s official entry rules
The first step before traveling is to check the specific entry requirements for the destination you are traveling to. These requirements vary from one country to another depending on various factors, including your nationality and passport type, the reason for your travel, and the duration of your stay in the country.
Therefore, the regulations are not the same for everyone traveling from the United Arab Emirates. The right step is to check the official website of the embassy or immigration authority of the destination you are planning to visit to fully understand its exact entry requirements. You should also check the “Last Modified Date” displayed on the official destination page to ensure that you are referring to the most up-to-date travel information.
Check UAE MoFA alerts
If you are a UAE national, the next step is to check the latest updates on the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) website to understand the full picture of traveling abroad, including any security measures to consider, entry restrictions, local rules, and health-related issues. All these factors might have an impact on your travel plans.
Advisories may change as situations evolve. This is why it is crucial to check the latest updates from the Ministry before starting your trip. It is also advisable to keep reviewing the updates and advisories while you are outside the UAE. MoFA’s destination pages include travel information and requirements mainly for UAE nationals, and some of these may not apply to holders of other nationalities.
On the other hand, residents of the UAE, who are not Emirati citizens, should review the entry rules and regulations, in addition to travel guidance issued by the country of their nationality.
Verify passport and visa validity
It’s quite necessary before you plan your next trip outside the United Arab Emirates to check the validity of your passport. Your passport should remain valid during the whole period of your trip abroad. Furthermore, some countries require that your passport remain valid for a period that is even longer than your stay in the country. Another important issue is to check the method of entry required by your destination, including a visa, electronic travel authorisation, or another form of authorisation.
You should also understand that travel requirements differ among UAE residents according to their nationality, passport type, and the country they wish to visit. You can obtain this exact information from the embassy of the country you plan to visit.
Review airline operational notices
After checking the official travel guidance that applies to your nationality and making sure you meet all the requirements regarding your passport validity and the type of visa required, an important step before heading to the airport is to review the latest operational notices from your airline.
This is particularly important if you are planning your trip during hazardous weather conditions, or when there are disturbances in airports, or any other circumstances that would affect your flight. This would help you make the necessary adjustments to your travel plans, if needed, prepare your luggage according to the latest guidance issued by the airlines, and arrive at the airport at a suitable time before your flight.
Save consular contacts and register travel where eligible
It’s always advisable, before traveling, to save the contact details of your embassy or consulate in the country you are visiting. It is also recommended to save these contacts and emergency numbers in case of an emergency or other problems. Moreover, UAE nationals should register their travel details through the Twajudi service, while nationals of other countries should check whether their countries provide a travel registration service.
Official Services and Exact Path to Reach the required information
Official service: UAE MoFA – Twajudi
Navigation path:
MoFA website → Services → Emirati Traveler → Twajudi → Start Service.
The service is also accessible through the UAE MoFA mobile app. Eligible UAE nationals should sign in using UAE Pass. This service is reliable and free of charge. It is available only to UAE nationals.
Required inputs:
No supporting documents are required. Eligible UAE nationals sign in using UAE Pass and enter their destination, departure and return dates, and flight details.
Confirmation and timing:
When you complete your registration, you should receive an SMS and also an email with a reference number that confirms your registration.
For some countries, MoFA also offers an Emirati Traveler Travel Requirements by Destination service. The page for each country publishes important updates and information, including travel alerts.
