Thermal checks are no longer mandatory in Dubai as of January 1

Temperature checks are no longer a requirement as the new year begins

Krystien Meyers
December 31, 2020 11:17 AM

Thermal testing for COVID-19 will no longer be required in Dubai, according to an announcement yesterday (Wednesday, December 30) by the Dubai Dubai Economy Department (DED).

DED also announced that valet parking protocols have also changed.


Covering the steering wheel with plastic when offering valet services at hotels and malls will now no longer be required from the start of 2021.


The COVID-19 vaccination is now available in Dubai which is available for free to the public.


Read our blog on the vaccine and where you can get it here.