The UAE has imposed a travel ban to Iran and Thailand on citizens following recent coronavirus outbreaks. The ban comes into effect immediately until further notice.
The statement issued by the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation reads: "In light of the UAE's efforts to monitor and contain the spread of the new coronavirus, COVID-19, and in the interest of general public safety and health, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation has issued a travel ban, calling on all UAE citizens to not travel to Iran and Thailand at present and up until further notice."
UAE citizens currently in Iran and Thailand are requested to contact the UAE Embassy or the ministry's call centre on 800-44444 and register on the ministry's 'Tawajudi' service.