DHCA Alert: COVID-19 Update for F&B outlets – dine-in permitted without DHCR permit

27 April, 2020. In line with national efforts to gradually resume activities in the UAE while ensuring compliance with COVID-19 precautionary and preventive measures, Dubai Healthcare City Authority (DHCA), the governing body of Dubai Healthcare City, would like to update Food & Beverage (F&B) outlets in the free zone on the below.

• Permission to provide dine-in services without a permit from Dubai Healthcare City Authority – Regulatory (DHCR), which has been waived for Ramadan this year.
• Mandatory physical distancing, maintaining two metres between tables.
• Only operate at 30% capacity at all times.
• Adhere to the following guidance documents:
• Dubai Municipality (DM) Provisional Guidelines for Food Establishments in Dubai, covering disinfection, transportation, and safety measures.
• Partial Reopening Guidelines (refer to DM circular here).
• DHCR Guidelines for F&B Operations during Ramadan.

Note: This update clarifies previous communication on 23 April; F&B outlets can now provide food delivery as well as dine-in services without permits.

For queries, email roc@dhcr.gov.ae. 

We look forward to your compliance and cooperation in tackling the pandemic.  

Kind regards

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