The airport will reopen to all international tourists from October 15.
After a period of closure following the impacts of the Covid-19 pandemic and the effects that it has had upon international travel, Ras Al Khaimah International Airport is finally reopening to both international tourists and expat residents.
Expat residents will be allowed to enter the emirate through the airport without acquiring previous permission, however they must obtain a negative Covid-19 test result at least 96 hours prior to re-entering the country.
State news agency WAM commented: “Tourists from all countries may also enter the UAE through Ras Al Khaimah International Airport, on condition that they fulfil all the requirements, such as reserving travel tickets and obtaining tourist medial insurance. Tourists are also required to undergo a PCR test four days before coming to the country, as well as fill in a medical disclosure form for submission to relevant authorities. The quarantine procedures for tourists whose medical results are positive will be in line with the procedures adopted by the Ministry of Health and Prevention.”
