Transport secretary Grant Shapps revealed on Wednesday (22 September) that vaccination certificates issued in the UAE would be accepted from 4 October “following updates to their vaccination app”.
“As a major transport hub, which is home to many British expats, this is great news for reopening international travel, boosting business and reuniting families,” said Shapps in a tweet.
The UAE, which includes destinations such as Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Ras al Khaimah, was moved from the red to amber list in early August.
