Dhaka: the United Arab Emirates has extended flight suspension from Bangladesh, and three other countries – India, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka – till July 21, announced Etihad Airways on June 29.

The move follows UAE’s effort to curb the spread of the coronavirus.

“Etihad will not be permitted to carry passengers from Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, or India,” said the airline in a notice as UAE extended the flight ban.

However, UAE nationals, diplomatic missions, official delegations, and Golden visa holders are exempted from the UAE entry restrictions, mentioned the airline.

“These passengers will be subject to acceptance and quarantine conditions,” the Abu Dhabi-based carrier said in a statement.

However, Etihad said it will continue to operate flights to all four of these countries, carrying passengers to and from across its entire network.

Cargo flights will continue to operate in both directions without any impact.

“Etihad is working closely with impacted guests to notify them of the changes to their itineraries,” the airline said.