Emirates extends suspension of flights to India

Monday, 24 May 2021 05:06

By ARN News Staff

Emirates Airline will continue to suspend flights from India until June 14.

That's according to a recent travel update published on the carrier's official website.

The suspension initially came into effect on Saturday, April 24 (from 11:59 pm) for a period of 10 days, which has now been extended twice.

Passengers who have transited through India in the last 14 days will not be accepted to travel from any other point to the UAE.

Meanwhile, UAE Nationals, holders of UAE Golden Visas and members of diplomatic missions who comply with the revised published COVID‑19 protocols will be exempt for travel.

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