Etihad updates travel rules for UK passengers

All passengers flying Etihad from the UK are required to present a negative PCR test within 72 hours validity of their flight departure time.

PCR tests must be conducted at a government accredited medical facility. The decision will come into effect from December 24, the airline said in a statement.

PCR tests must be conducted at a government accredited medical facility. Suggested facilities can be found at etihad.com. 

As many COVID-19 PCR test certificates do not currently show the date and time the test was taken, guests are required to show evidence of this at check-in, for example by presenting their appointment confirmation. Children under 12 and people with severe and moderate disabilities are exempt from COVID-19 PCR testing.

Etihad Wellness, the airline’s health and safety programme, ensures the highest standards of hygiene are maintained at every stage of the customer journey. This includes specially trained Wellness Ambassadors, a first in the industry, who have been introduced by the airline to provide essential travel health information and care on the ground and on every flight. 

As part of the Etihad Wellness programme, global COVID-19 insurance cover is included for all passengers travelling with Etihad.

More information on the stringent measures being taken by Etihad Airways to provide a healthy and hygienic travel experience is available at www.etihad.com/wellness.