A disease-free certificate will be one of the requirements to issue entry permits for nationals of some countries exempt from applying for visas before traveling to the UAE, as stipulated by the Federal Authority for Identity and Citizenship, Customs and Port Security.

This is in addition to the already stipulated requirements of an original passport and a coloured personal photo, according to an Emarat Al Youm report.

The authority pointed out that the compulsory and optional documents may differ according to the data presented in the visa application.

The authority indicated on its website that the procedures for issuing entry permits to the UAE are carried out through various channels. Customer Happiness Centers, the authority's website, or the nearest authorized typing office are some options.