Emirates bars Iranian nationals from entering or transiting UAE
Check-in and immigration teams must refuse boarding or transit to Iranian passport holders
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Emirates barred Iranian nationals from entering or transiting the United Arab Emirates on its flights.
Why it matters
Flydubai permits Iranian nationals who hold United Arab Emirates (UAE) Golden Visas to enter or transit, creating a carrier-specific visa-status carve-out. The policy changes were issued as missile, cruise and drone strikes targeting the United Arab Emirates have increased, reflecting heightened regional security tensions.
Implications
- — Emirates check-in and gate operations teams must immediately refuse boarding or transit to passengers presenting Iranian passports — such passengers will not be accepted for carriage on Emirates flights.
- — Corporate travel managers and ticketing agents arranging itineraries for travellers with Iranian nationality must immediately rebook routes that use Emirates for entry or transit — otherwise passengers risk denial of boarding at departure.
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