Update on Movement Permit During the “National Disinfection Programme”

In line with the precautionary measures taken by the UAE Government to curb the spread of Coronavirus (COVID-19), the Dubai Police announced the following updates on the Movement Permit System put in place during the period of the National Disinfection Programme. The updates include the following:

Cash Withdrawal: The permit will be issued only once every (5) days and for no more than (1) hour. During this time, the applicant should not leave their area of residence.

Medical Visits: This category is no longer available. However, permits for medical visits can be obtained by applying under the medical emergency category.

Grocery Shopping: A permit will be issued only once every (3) days. Additional requests during this (3) day period will be rejected.

Dubai Police also confirmed that the permit system will automatically adjust time slots to prevent crowding.

The vital sectors and essential services providers will remain permitted to carry out their activities.

Jafza will continue to explore every possible measure to keep essential trade flowing without disruption across vital sectors.

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