Emirates received a Certified Autism Center™ Designation for all of its Dubai Check-In facilities in honor of World Autism Awareness Day. This means all their locations have undergone staff training and facility audits to create a more inclusive and accessible travel experience for autistic flyers and those with sensory sensitivities.

Features:

• Staff trained on autism and sensory awareness
• Sensory guides available to help travelers choose the environment best suited to their needs
• Check-in options include agent-assisted, robot-assisted, or self-service kiosks
• Luggage drop-off up to 24 hours before departure

By working together – Emirates, Department of Economy and Tourism and Dubai Airports in collaboration with the General Directorate of Residency and Foreign Affairs, Dubai Police and Dubai Customs, are making travel more inclusive and accessible for all, reflecting Dubai’s commitment to becoming a leading destination for travellers with diverse needs.

IBCCES also created AutismTravel.com, a free online resource for families that lists certified destinations and connects families to other resources and each other. Each destination listed on the site has met the CAC requirements.