Etihad Airways issues statement on US travel restrictions

Following advice received today from the U.S. Customs and Border Protection unit at Abu Dhabi Airport, Etihad Airways will be accepting nationals from the seven countries, whose citizens are restricted from traveling to the United States of America, the airline announced.

A statement issued by the airline today indicates that acceptance will naturally be subject to checks completed by U.S. authorities as existed prior to the issuance of the Executive Order on January 27.

The airline says it will continue to monitor developments in the U.S. and will work closely with the authorities and its guests as the situation evolves. The airline advised its guests to check official US government websites or the closest US consulate prior to departure for the most up-to-date information on US entry requirements.

“Our customer service offices around the world will be working to ensure that the information is shared with passengers, and we will provide updated advice and assistance to our guests so their journeys can go ahead as planned,” the airline said.