UAE’s Ministry of Health and Prevention (MoHAP) has announced guidelines to be followed for Hajj pilgrims.
Last week, Dubai Airports said that it is preparing to welcome pilgrimage travellers.
Hajj pilgrims health guidelines
- Visit the doctor before travelling to review your health status.
- Take sufficient medication after consulting a doctor, especially for chronic conditions that require regular treatment.
- Have a medical report about medical conditions, medications and doses.
- Carry a medical kit with sanitizers, wound disinfection tools, fever medication, pain relievers, and creams for burns, allergies.
- Carry personal hygiene products including towels and a toothbrush.
Dubai Airports in collaboration with its service partners will welcome pilgrims. Saudia will be operating the first pilgrimage flight from DXB Terminal 1 on June 22.
DXB has taken steps to maintain service levels including dedicated counters at check-in, passport and security. Special gates have also been arranged for pilgrimage flights.
“It will get quite busy in the coming weeks as the Hajj season coincides with the summer travel peak, but the teams at DXB have completed the necessary planning and preparation to meet and exceed the expectations of our guests. We are ready to give the Hajj pilgrims a special welcome this year”, said Mohammed Al Marzouqi, the Head of Hajj Committee at Dubai Airport.
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