Visitors must register in advance and obtain a digital security pass, issued as a PDF with a unique QR code, which must be scanned at designated checkpoints when entering and exiting.
Zayed International Airport has launched a new “Shopping Pass” campaign starting April 18, allowing UAE residents to access the terminal without a boarding pass—marking a first-of-its-kind initiative for the capital’s aviation hub.
Open exclusively to UAE nationals and residents, the eight-week campaign invites visitors to explore the airport’s luxury retail stores, dining options, and entertainment experiences without the need to travel.
Visitors must register in advance and obtain a digital security pass, issued as a PDF with a unique QR code, which must be scanned at designated checkpoints upon entry and exit.
Visitors are required to register in advance and obtain a digital security pass, issued as a PDF with a unique QR code, which must be scanned at designated checkpoints when entering and exiting.
The campaign will run for eight weeks, with dates and time slots subject to change at the airport’s discretion.
Walk-ins are not allowed, and access is strictly limited to pre-booked time slots. Visitors who spend a minimum of Dh200 during their visit are eligible for up to four hours of complimentary parking.
It is also noted that alcohol and tobacco products cannot be purchased without a boarding pass, VAT applies to all eligible purchases, and personal electronic devices such as laptops and tablets are not permitted inside the terminal.
All participants must carry a valid ID and return their security pass card upon exit at a designated handover point.
Formerly known as Abu Dhabi International Airport, Zayed International Airport is one of the largest airport terminals in the world, spanning over 780,000 square metres. Its state-of-the-art Terminal A, twice awarded Best Airport in the Middle East at the World Airport Awards, is home to Etihad Airways and serves more than 120 destinations across 56 countries.
To register, visitors can go to zayedinternationalairport.ae/shoppingpass, and booking changes can be made on the same day by calling +971 2 805 5555.
