DUBAI: The UAE government has helped in the repatriation of hundreds of Germans back to their country from Ras Al-Khaimah Airport, state news agency WAM reported.
A total of 329 of tourists - mostly German and a Romanian, Croatian, Kosovan, two Turks and three Polish – departed on two flights on March 28.
Passengers were screened for COVID-19 before they departed.
UAE authorities also granted and UK embassy the permission to repatriate 32 British nationals.
“32 Brits left the UAE on FlyDubai this am,” the embassy said in a tweet. “The airports are closed but some airlines are being granted permission for departures. Do not head to the airport without a flight booked. We are working with the UAE Government and airlines to progress all options to get you home,” the tweet added.
