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Dubai: Looking for an affordable PCR (Polymerase Chain Reaction) test in your Emirate? The cost of the PCR tests at Emirates Health Services (EHS) COVID-19 testing centres is Dh50. EHS has COVID-19 testing centres in Dubai, Sharjah, Umm Al Quwain, Ras Al Khaimah, Ajman and Fujairah. Here are over 20 places that provide PCR tests in each Emirate.

List of EHS COVID-19 Screening Centres:

Dubai

Al Ittihad Tent: Everyday 9am to 6pm

Sharjah

Oasis Mall: Everyday 9am to 6pm

Muwaileh Council: Everyday 9am to 6pm

Mughaider Council: Everyday 9am to 6pm

Hayawa Suburb Council: Everyday 9am to 6pm

Dibba Al Hisn City Council: Everyday 9am to 6pm

Arabic Cultural Club: Everyday 9am to 6pm

Cultural Club Dibba: Monday to Thursday from 8am to 8pm

COVID-19 Centre in Public Health Centre in Kalba: Everyday 9am to 6pm

Ramez Mall: Everyday from 8am to 10pm

Drives Tests Centre – Sharjah Police Headquarters: Every day from 8am to 10pm

Suhaila Suburb Council: Monday to Thursday: 9am – 8pm, Friday: 4pm – 9pm, Saturday: 8am to 9pm and Sunday: 8am - 2

Subaihiya Suburb Council: Monday to Thursday from 8am to 8pm.

Ajman

Sheikh Khalifa Hall Albait Metwahhed: Everyday from 9am to 9pm

Ministry of Community Development- Al Jerf: Everyday from 9am to 6pm

Umm Al Quwain

Al Bait Metwahed: Every day from 9am to 6pm

Ras Al Khaimah

Shaikha Noura Bin Sultan Center: Everyday 9am to 6pm

Ras Al Khaimah Sport Hall: Everyday 9am to 6pm

Al Bait Motwahid Hall of Ras Al Khaimah: Everyday 9am to 6pm

Public Health Center – Al Qosaydat: Everday from 7am to 4pm.

Fujairah

Al Bait Metwahed: Monday to Thursday: 8am – 8pm, Friday and Saturday: 2pm – 8pm

Dibba Exhibhition Centre: Monday to Friday: 9am to 9pm, Saturday and Sunday: 9am to 7pm.

I have tested positive for COVID-19, what should I do next?

The quarantine and isolation rules for confirmed COVID-19 cases or positive close contact cases depends on the Emirate you reside in. If you live in Dubai, you will follow the guidelines announced by Dubai Health Authority (DHA). Read here for a detailed guide on how to follow DHA’s COVID-19 rules and measures for positive cases.

For Abu Dhabi, read here to follow Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre (ADPHC) step by step guide if you have tested positive for COVID-19 or someone you know has tested positive.

For all other emirates, read our guide here .

How do I book an appointment for the COVID-19 vaccine or booster shot?

Whether you have been fully vaccinated or want to book a COVID-19 vaccination appointment, you can receive the COVID-19 vaccine at Emirates Health Services (EHS), Dubai Health Authority (DHA) or SEHA health centres. For a comprehensive guide on when to get your booster dose and how to book an appointment, read here .