COVID-19 information hub

Check this list of authorised COVID-19 test laboratories in each of our current destinations. This includes a list of COVID-19 test laboratories in Dubai.

Emirates passengers in Dubai can take the COVID-19 PCR test at a special rate at American Hospital Dubai Media City Clinic, American Hospital Al Barsha Clinic and American Hospital Al Khawanij Clinic (opening end September). Just present your ticket or boarding pass along with a valid ID. For more information about these special rates and COVID-19 PCR test requirements for travel to and from Dubai, go to our Travel requirements for Dubai page.

For information about COVID-19 test requirements for travel to our current worldwide destinations, go to our Travel requirements by destination page.

If you do not have the correct travel documents and required negative COVID-19 test certificate you will not be able to board the flight.

The COVID-19 test requirements vary in each destination.

You may need to take a COVID-19 PCR test before you travel to or connect through Dubai. Children under 12 years old and passengers with moderate or severe disabilities do not have to take the test to travel or connect through Dubai. For more details visit our Travel requirements for Dubai page.

If you are travelling beyond Dubai, you need to check the COVID-19 test requirements for your final destination on our Travel requirements by destination page.

There may be specific departure requirements in your country before you leave. Check the information on our Travel Requirements page.

You must wear a mask throughout Dubai International airport, during boarding, throughout your flight, and as you leave the aircraft. Children under 6 years old and customers who have certain medical conditions do not have to wear a mask.

If for medical reasons you’re unable to wear a mask throughout your entire journey, you need to complete a Medical Information Form (MEDIF) before your flight.

This applies to:

Customers with the following cognitive, intellectual or sensory conditions

• Parkinson's disease
• Alzheimer’s disease
• Dementia
• Hydrocephalus
• Down syndrome
• Developmental delay
• Autism spectrum condition

Customers who require supplemental oxygen or have the following respiratory conditions:

• Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
• Heart failure
• Cystic fibrosis
• Asthma

If you are transiting in Dubai, you are not required to present a COVID-19 PCR test certificate unless it is mandated by your country of origin or final destination.

We’ve extended your tier status for 12 months and your Skywards Miles are now valid for another 11 months.

Find out more about retaining your Emirates Skywards tier status and Skywards Miles.

The TrustOne app makes it easy to book your COVID-19 PCR tests and present your results whenever you travel, with preferential test rates just for Emirates customers.

Use the app to:

• Find Eurofins labs around the world
• Book a test
• Check and compare test rates
• Receive and view your results
• Enjoy preferential rates

The app is currently available for travel from the UK, France, UAE, and the Netherlands and will be expanded to more countries soon.

For now you’ll still need to print your test certificate and bring it to check-in.

Get the app for iOS and Android.