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2 | Albania | • Albania’s borders are open for all nations to visit. • Citizens and residents of the United Arab Emirates can now travel to Albania • Quarantine on arrival is <b>not required<b>. • Negative PCR test to enter Albania is <b>not required<b>. • All travellers who enter Albania by air, land, and sea who initiated their travel from the UK are subject to a compulsory 14-day mandatory quarantine. | • In the arrivals area, all travellers will have their temperature measured with a calibrated thermometer • All passengers arriving or departing from Albania airport will have to pass through the <b>disinfection tunnel<b>. These disinfection tunnels have been installed in accordance with Order No. 266 of the Ministry of Health, and the material used for disinfection is Hydrogen Peroxide diluted to 0.2% with water according to the recommendation and approval of the Public Health Institute • When you arrive in Albania, you should adhere to instructions and follow the advice of the local authorities. • The wearing of face masks in public is mandatory. • The Airport will make available an automated vending machine where people can buy masks or personal hand sanitizer. | • There is a daily curfew from 11:00pm to 6:00am. Bars, restaurants, fast food, and other similar activities are prohibited from operating between 11:00pm and 6:00am, except for delivery services. Public movement is restricted during these hours except for work reasons, health care emergencies, or urgent needs. - Hotels are open. - Beaches are open. - Restaurants are open with restrictions in place. - Bars and cafes are open. Music can be played in bars until 20:00. - Delivery services remain available. - Transportation is operating. Masks are mandatory on public transportation. • To move during the curfew hours. The e-Albania portal must be used for special permission. • As of June 1, 2021, wearing a mask outdoors is no longer mandatory. Wearing a mask indoors for any individual 11 years old and above continues to remain mandatory, Non-compliance with this rule may result in a fine up to 3,000 ALL. | 02-08-2021 20:40:48 | 16 | 1039 |
3 | Armenia | • Armenia lifted the ban on foreigners entering the country and officially reopened for international tourism: • Open to citizens and residents of United Arab Emirates • Open to citizens and residents of Armenia • Open to all visitors subject to meeting the entry requirements (Visa on arrival is suspended until further notice) • All are required to either take a COVID-19 PCR test on arrival, or self–isolate for 14 days. • To take a COVID-19 PCR test at their home or hotel, passengers can call an authorised laboratory in Armenia here. The test cost of approximately $45, in addition to the home/hotel visit fee of $20, and any quarantine or hospitalisation charges will have to be paid by the passenger. • Additionally, passengers taking the test will be required to self-isolate until they receive the test result. If the test result is negative, no further self-isolation will be required. • If the visitor presents certifications that prove he/she had been vaccinated with two full doses against the Covid-19, with the second dose being received at least 14 days before entering Armenia, he/she will be exempted of a PCR test. | • All passengers arriving into Armenia must have PCR test result (printed certificate). • In order to detect symptoms of infection, all passengers are subject to a relevant examination conducted by the Health and Labor Inspectorate immediately upon arrival (including contactless temperature checking, external examination, additional inquiries in case of clinical symptoms typical to the infection). • Travellers are exempted from a 14-day self-isolation if they present a negative PCR test taken within the previous 72 hours before arrival . • Travellers who do not have a test certificate must be tested on arrival. These travellers must quarantine until a negative test result is obtained. | • Most hotels, especially in Yerevan have reopened and have updated their sanitation protocols. • Open: Outdoor Buffet, Public Beaches, Public toilets, public transportation, Hotel pools, some of the museums. • Restaurants are open both indoor and outdoor. • Some shops, gyms, daycares, beauty salons, and hairdressers are open. Catering and food services are open. | 02-08-2021 20:40:51 | 16 | 1039 |
4 | Austria | • Anybody entering Austria has to show any one of these three documents: • PCR test no older than 72 hours OR an antigen test no older than 48 hours. Tests need to be issued by a medical authority; self-tests are not valid. Children under 10 do not need to show a test. • Vaccine Certificate. The following vaccines (including mix-and-match vaccines) are recognised: BioNtech/Pfizer, AstraZeneca, Johnson & Johnson, Moderna, and Sinopharm. Please be aware that this only applies to entering the country. You are considered "vaccinated" starting on the 22nd day after your first dose, lasting for 3 months from the vaccination date. After the second dose, the validity extends for another 6 months. Vaccines that only require one dose are valid from the 22nd day after that dose and for 9 months from the vaccination date. This also applies to people who have had COVID before and received only one dose of any vaccine. • Proof of Past Infection. You can enter Austria for 6 months after a SARS-CoV-2 infection. Proof of antibodies is valid for 3 months from the test date. • Passengers who have been vaccinated with Sinopharm: - The Sinopharm vaccine will allow you to enter the country without the need for a PCR test, however, there are some restrictions on entry to hotels, restaurants, etc. Please see the following section for more details | • Travellers from UAE who can show proof of negative test/vaccination/past infection can enter the country for tourism purposes will not need to self-isolate. • Entry to hotels, restaurants and most other public areas will require passengers to show their vaccination certificate. • Those travelers who are unvaccinated or vaccinated with Sinopharm need to present one of the following to enter these public spaces: - Negative PCR test (taken within 72 hours) - proof pf past COVID-19 infection - for more information on how this process works, please visit HERE (Link - "https://www.austria.info/en/service-and-facts/coronavirus- information/tests") • You are required to keep a minimum distance of 1 m (3 ft) to people from other households. • Masks are required on public transport and in other public spaces. • While travellers are staying in Austria, they need to activate the "Stopp Corona" App. Please note that they shouldn't uninstall the app immediately when departing (rather simply deactivate it) to continue to receive alerts in the event of a possible exposure. Apps store / Google play store | • Hotels and restaurants are open. • Shops, museums, theatres, culture and leisure facilities are open. • The following restrictions will be eased on 1 July: - No more mandatory closing time for restaurants, i.e. night clubs can reopen. - No more mask requirement in restaurants and hotels. - Regular (cloth) masks are sufficient on public transport, in museums and shop. | 02-08-2021 20:40:53 | 16 | 1039 |
5 | Azerbaijan | • Citizens & Residents of UAE will be allowed to visit the territory of the Republic of Azerbaijan from 21 June • Citizens & Residents of UAE are able to travel to Azerbaijan by air under the following conditions: • Submission of an official document issued by the relevant country on completed WHO Approved vaccination • Sinopharm, AstraZeneca, Moderna, Johnson & Johnson, Pfizer all included • Submission of certificate of recovery from COVID-19 for passengers over 18 years of age and a negative PCR test taken within 72 hours before the flight • Submission of a negative PCR test taken within 72 hours before the flight for passengers aged from 1 to 18 years • As a preventive measure, Azerbaijan has suspended processing "ASAN Visa". Foreign nationals wishing to visit Azerbaijan are requested to apply for a visa through relevant local Azerbaijani embassies and consulates that will operate in a special mode. For further inquiries, please contact info@evisa.gov.az. • Travellers must also obtain a Health Declaration. | • Effective May 31, 2021 masks are no longer required in outdoor spaces, but remain obligatory indoors, subject to fines. • Travellers must monitor health closely for two weeks • Anyone who displays symptoms of COVID-19 on arrival in Azerbaijan will be directed to the medical station at the airport. | • Cinemas, theatres, entertainment centres in the country are closed. • As of June 10, 2021, beaches, sport and health centers, places of religious worship, malls, and shopping centers are reopened, subject to numerical limitations and mask requirements. • Most public transportation, including the Baku Metro, reopened on May 31, but will not operate on weekends. • On-site services in catering facilities are allowed from 06:00 till 00:00. • Inter-city and inter-regional travel is allowed. | 02-08-2021 20:40:55 | 16 | 1039 |
6 | Bahrain | • From 13 May 2021 (first day of Eid al‑Fitr), passengers travelling from GCC countries and who are fully vaccinated or have recovered from COVID‑19 will no longer be required to undergo PCR testing on arrival • Passengers must present proof of vaccination or recovery as a printed certificate or through an official GCC mobile application. This exception does not apply to passengers between the age of 6 and 17. • All travellers flying to Bahrain must complete this Health Declaration form before flying. Passengers must also download and activate the BeAware Bahrain app. • Non‑vaccinated passengers from other countries also must present a negative COVID‑19 PCR test certificate with a QR code for a test conducted not more than 48 hours before departure. | • Unvaccinated Travelers required to test on arrival must self isolate until the results of their first test are uploaded to the BeAware app. • All unvaccinated passengers arriving in Bahrain are required to take 3 COVID‑19 PCR tests at their own expense. The total fees of BHD36 will cover a test on arrival and two tests to be conducted on the 5th day after arrival. For those staying in Bahrain for more than 10 days, another COVID‑19 PCR test will be conducted on the 10th day. Note: there is no requirement for passengers to stay in Bahrain for 10 days and above. No minimum stay restriction applies. • Upon arrival, these passengers also required to quarantine for 10 days at an NHRA approved hotel or their residence. Proof of prepaid hotel reservation in their name for a designated quarantine facility must be provided before boarding a flight to Bahrain. Passengers who choose to quarantine at their residence must provide proof of residence either owned or leased by the passenger or an immediate family member before boarding. • Children under six years of age are exempted from COVID‑19 test. • The payment for the test on arrival can be made through the ‘BeAware Bahrain’ App, which is a must to have with the passenger before reaching Bahrain. The links for downloading this app are: • Android • Apple • Payment can also be made through the eGOVERNMENT website. • Payment by cash is also accepted upon arrival, however this will cause delays for the passenger. | • Beginning the first day of the Eid al‑Fitr holiday (likely May 13), the following services will be limited to fully vaccinated (14 days after the second dose) individuals: all indoor dining, indoor gyms and swimming pools, indoor cinemas, attendance at indoor and outdoor sporting events, events, exhibitions, and conferences, indoor and outdoor entertainment and game centers, and spas. Children under 12 accompanied by a vaccinated or recovered adult and children age 12‑17 are exempted. • All individuals, regardless of vaccination status, will maintain access to the following services: outdoor dining, outdoor gyms and sports, outdoor pools, and outdoor cinemas. Food and beverage outlets are also available for takeout and delivery services. • All grocery stores and commercial outlets remain open. • Hotels are open with social‑distancing rules and safety measures in place. • From May 27 to midnight on July 02, the following non‑essential services are closed: shopping malls and commercial shops, salons, barber shops and beauty parlors, indoor and outdoor dining, gyms, sports halls, swimming pools, beaches and recreational centers, and cinemas. | 02-08-2021 20:40:57 | 16 | 1039 |
7 | Bosnia and Herzegovina | • Bosnia & Herzegovina is open to citizens and residents of United Arab Emirates. All passengers travelling to Bosnia need to present a printed copy of a negative COVID-19 PCR test result certificate issued no more than 48 hours prior to arrival. • The following passengers are exempted from this requirement: - nationals of Bosnia and Herzegovina and their children and spouses - nationals of Croatia, Montenegro and Serbia arriving directly from the country of nationality and their children and spouses - passengers returning via Bosnia and Herzegovina to their country of residence. They must have a permit issued by the competent authority of Bosnia and Herzegovina. | • Wearing a face mask is required in enclosed public places and public transportation. • Physical distance 1.5 metres required. Masks should be worn inside when social distancing is not possible. | • Public transportation in Bosnia & Herzegovina is operating, restaurants and bars are open, under social distancing restrictions. • Most businesses and attractions are open. • Grocery stores and others stores require masks when inside. • Restaurants and bars are closed by 2300hrs. | 02-08-2021 20:41:00 | 16 | 1039 |
8 | Bulgaria | • UAE citizens may enter Bulgaria by presenting one of the following documents: • A vaccination certificate for a completed vaccination course against COVID-19. The vaccination certificate is considered valid 14 days after receiving the final dose. The document should include full name of the vaccinated person as per the identification document, date of birth, dates the vaccine doses were administered, vaccine name and batch number, name of the producer, details of the vaccine certificate issuing authority and country • A positive result from a PCR or antigen test for immunity for COVID-19 for persons who had the coronavirus infection not more than 6 months from the date they enter the country • A negative result from a PCR test performed within 72 hours of their entry into the country or a negative antigen test performed within 48 hours of their entry into the country | • Mandatory Travel Documentation: Self-risk travel declaration available in 8 languages. • Practice physical distancing, hand hygiene and cough etiquette and wear a medical face mask. • Collect your bags and leave the terminal building as soon as possible. • Wearing protective masks is mandatory in closed public areas. • Social distancing of at least 1.5 metres is in place. | • Public transport is operating. The use of masks is mandatory when traveling by taxi, bus, train and other public transport. • All accommodation establishments operate in strict compliance with requirements, which include specific measures to protect the health of tourists with high hygiene. • Museums, galleries and libraries are open. • Restaurants and bars are open following several rules of hygiene and social distancing. • Shopping centers and retail establishments are open. • Parks are open; individual outdoor sports are allowed. • Gyms, spas and wellness centres are open. • Beaches and beach clubs are open. • Discos and nightclubs operate with occupancy of up to 50% of the total capacity of indoor and outdoor sites • Concerts and cultural events should be held in open and/or indoor areas with reduced capacity to ensure a safe distance between spectators. | 02-08-2021 20:41:01 | 16 | 1039 |
9 | California | • The state of California has no requirements for entry • All travellers can enter California. | • The CDC recommends all unvaccinated travellers or travellers without a PCR test, should quarantine on arrival for 7 days and take a COVID-19 test within 3-5 days after arrival. • As of June 15, fully vaccinated can go mask-free in almost all public places. Face-covering is required for unvaccinated individuals in indoor public settings. | • Outdoor spaces, including state parks, may be open to facilitate physically distanced personal health and wellness through outdoor exercise. However, be sure to check the status of parks in your area before you travel as some State Parks may continue to be closed to help slow the spread of the virus. • For information on National Parks, please the National Park Service website. • For information about the various amusement parks, please see below: - Disneyland - Universal Studios - Knott’s Berry Farm - Six Flag | 02-08-2021 20:41:03 | 16 | 1039 |
10 | Colombia | • International travellers who entered Colombia do not need to present a negative PCR test to enter the country. They only have to do their Check-Mig registration 24 hours before their flight at the following link. • All travellers are required to fill out a pre-registration form before departure to Colombia. It must be filled between 24 hours and 1 hour before departure. Travelers will be required to show confirmation of registration before boarding. • Currently, no vaccines are required to gain entry to Colombia. However, if you wish to visit tourist sites such as the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta National Park, the Tayrona National Park or the different Amazon reserves, the Colombia authorities will require that you are properly vaccinated against yellow fever. Remember that this vaccine must be administered 15 days prior to traveling to these destinations. For a list of all areas in which yellow fever vaccination is mandatory, please consult the following link. | • There will be no preventive isolation once they arrive in the country for those passengers who comply with the requirement to bring the test and do not present symptoms. • The use of masks is mandatory when using public transport and in public spaces. | • Consumption of alcoholic beverages is prohibited in open spaces. • Commercial establishments and other economic activities were reopened in the cities of Bogotá and Medellín, maintaining all biosafety measures (face masks, distancing, hand washing, ventilation), prioritizing outdoor activities and controls capacity. | 02-08-2021 20:41:05 | 16 | 1039 |
11 | Croatia | • UAE Nationals can now enter Croatia as long as they provide ONE of the following: • A negative COVID-19 test result: The PCR test result must not be older than 72 hours and the RAT test result must not be older than 48 hours, counting from the time the test was taken until the arrival at the border crossing point. • Travellers entering Croatia with a rapid antigen test and staying longer than 10 days must repeat the test within ten days of the original test. • Children under the age of 7 who travel in the company of parents are exempt from the obligation to present a negative test result and to self-isolate if their parents have a negative PCR or RAT (antigen) test. • A certificate of vaccination (any vaccine) for persons whose final dose of the COVID-19 vaccine is more than 14 days prior to crossing the border. • A medical certificate confirming that the traveller has recovered from COVID-19 after having a positive PCR or rapid antigen test result. The certificate is valid 11-180 days after the positive test result. • All travellers must also present confirmation of paid accommodation in a hotel, camp, with a private renter or rented vessel and other forms of tourist accommodation upon arriving to a border crossing point. | • On arrival a PCR test or rapid antigen test will occur for all passengers (at the traveller's own expense), with the obligation to stay in self-isolation until receiving a negative test result. • The cost of a local test (rapid antigen test or a PCR test) ranges from $40 to $150 or more, depending upon the location, and the result can be expected between 1-48 hours depending upon the type of the test. A test can be arranged at the following locations: COVID-19 Testing Locations in Croatia. • Health screening procedures at airport • Travellers who do not receive self-isolation orders are given a Pamphlet with Recommendations and Instructions from the Croatian Institute of Public Health that they must follow for 14 days after entering the country. | • Parks and zoo’s are open, however health and safety measures, as well as social distancing guidelines still apply. • Beaches and thermal spas are open. • Catering facilities are open but for delivery only in the City of Ploce, the City of Opuzen, Municipality Pojezerje, Municipality basin, the Municipality of Kula Norinska, Municipality Zažablje, Municipality Trpanj, Orebić, the town of Korcula, Municipality Lumbarda, of Smokvica, Blato and Vela Luka municipality. • While for the City of Dubrovnik, the Municipality of Konavle, the Municipality of Župa dubrovačka, the Municipality of Dubrovačko primorje, the Municipality of Ston and the Municipality of Janjina, catering facilities are open only on open terraces or open service areas. • Alcohol will not be sold from 22:00 to 6:00. | 02-08-2021 20:41:06 | 16 | 1039 |
12 | Cyprus | • From 1 April 2021, the United Arab Emirates will be classified as a RED country • The full list of categorized countries can be found here. Travellers should ensure to visit this platform in order to remain up to date about possible changes that may affect their trip. • Non-vaccinated travellers, traveling from a RED country must adhere to the following: - Passengers from RED countries are required to complete the following before travelling: - Undergo a COVID-19 PCR test, with the sample taken during the last 72 hours prior to flight departure, and upload a certificate that demonstrates a negative PCR for COVID-19, on the Cyprus Flight Pass Platform - Passengers coming from Red Category will also be required to undergo a laboratory test upon arrival in the Republic of Cyprus (at their own cost) • Vaccinated travellers, who have had both doses of one of the below vaccines can enter Cyprus without any testing before or upon arrival (regardless of which country they are entering from) - Janssen / Johnson & Johnson Vaccine (Fourteen days must elapse between the completion of the required dose of the vaccine (1 dose) and the date of travel.) - Vaxzevria Vaccine (AstraZeneca) (Seven days must elapse between the completion of the required doses of the vaccine (2 doses) and the date of travel.) - Pfizer-BioNTech Vaccine (Seven days must elapse between the completion of the required doses of the vaccine (2 doses) and the date of travel.) - Moderna Vaccine (Fourteen days must elapse between the completion of the required doses of the vaccine (2 doses) and the date of travel.) - Sinopharm Vaccine (Fourteen days must elapse between the completion of the required doses of the vaccine (2 doses) and the date of travel.) | • Passengers from RED status countries, must present a negative PCR test on arrival taken no later than 72 hours prior to arrival & undergo A PCR test upon arrival to Cyprus, the cost of which is EUR30 at Larnaca airport and EUR32 at Paphos airport - Results of the test will be available within 3 hours, and will be shared with the traveller by SMS after his or her departure from the airport - Children Under 12 are exempt from testing on arrival • Maintain reasonable physical distancing of 2sq. meters outdoors, and 3 sq. meters indoors. Where physical distancing is not possible, wearing of a face mask will be compulsory. • Where food or drink is displayed on self-service stations, appropriate guards or face masks are availed, and hand disinfection stations are installed; alternatively, items could be served directly by the staff. • If you test positive for COVID-19 whilst in Cyprus: - The government will cover the cost of lodging, food, drink, and medication; the traveller will only need to bear the cost of their airport transfer and repatriation flight, in collaboration with their travel agent and/or airline. - A COVID-19 hospital will be made available exclusively for travellers who test positive, with respirators and intensive care facilities. Further, rooms in dedicated quarantine-hotels will be made available for close contacts of persons who test positive. • As stated above, vaccinated travellers, will not be required to get tested before and upon arrival. | • Cyprus Flight Pass will need to be presented on the spot, in the event of a check by an authorized officer (for example in churches, conference venues, wedding venues, events venues, theatres, cinemas, shopping malls, museums, casinos, indoor food and beverage venues, etc.). • Places where the Cyprus Flight Pass does not need to be presented include spacious areas like parks, picnic sites, beaches, marinas, promenades, archaeological sites, zoos, theme parks, children play areas, outdoor food and beverage venues, etc. • Restaurants, bars, cafes, pubs and night clubs are open. Restaurants are open for indoor seating to customers holding a valid SafePass/ Cyprus Flight Pass. • Archaeological sites, museums, theme parks, mini cruises, diving sites, water sports, swimming pools, beaches and water parks are open. | 02-08-2021 20:41:08 | 16 | 1039 |
13 | Egypt | • Effective from 01 September 2020 passengers of ALL nationalities travelling to Egypt MUST be in possession of: • A negative PCR test taken 72 hours before the flight departure time. • All children under 6 years old are exempted from PCR testing. • The submitted PCR test certificate will be accepted if it meets these requirements: 1) It includes the hour and the date of sampling, which is the date on which the 72 hours will be counted. 2) Issued by an authorized accredited laboratory and stamped with the laboratory’s stamp and does not contain scraping, cancellation or addition. 3) Indicating the type of sample taken for the swab. • Passenger must present a completed Public Health Card upon arrival. • All vaccinated passengers will be exempted from mandatory PCR testing given that below conditions are met: • The vaccination certificate must contain a clear readable QR Code. Ensure to check that you are able to display a fully readable QR Code before reporting to the airport, as passengers who are unable to do so will be required to present a COVID‑19 PCR certificate meeting the conditions specified further below. • 15 days must have passed since the date of the second dose for Pfizer / Moderna / AstraZeneca / Sinopharm / Sinovac / Sputnik | • From March 21, 2021, all tourists from Arab countries and the GCC will be charged with entry visa fees of USD25. • Transit Passengers who are not entitled for hotel accommodation and will be staying at Cairo Airport until their onward flight are not subject to PCR testing on arrival. • Transit Passengers who are entitled for hotel accommodation in Egypt must be in possession of a negative PCR test certificate even if their final destination does not require a negative PCR test.‑ International Passengers who are travelling directly to Sharm el Sheikh / Taba / Hurghada / Marsa Alam airports who failed to submit a valid PCR test (72 hours before flight departure time), shall undergo the PCR test upon arrival to those airports with charge of 30 USD. • Health screening procedures are applied at all entry points to arriving and departing passengers. • The use of face masks is mandatory in closed public spaces, government buildings, private offices, malls, retail outlets, public transport and private taxis. | • Restaurants (inside and outside hotels), diving and watersport activities and centres, safari and daily boats, tourist commodities shop, archaeological sites and museums are open. • Shisha is prohibited. • Parties and social events are not allowed in restaurants and hotels. • There are currently restrictions on public transportation operating from midnight until 4am. Cafes, hotels and tourist locations operating at reduced capacity. • Recreational activities at swimming pools and beaches are reduced. • Culture trip requirements: for any culture excursion to Hurghada a hard copy of the PCR test (which shows a negative result of COVID‑19), hard copy of the passport (fist page which shows the client detailed info), hard copy of the arrival stamp at the passport (which received at Hurghada Airport) to show that the client arrived on 01/09/2020 or later. Full names of each client to be written on the ticket. | 02-08-2021 20:41:13 | 16 | 1039 |
14 | Florida | • The state of Florida has no requirements for entry • All travellers can enter Florida. | • The CDC recommends all unvaccinated travellers or travellers without a PCR test, should quarantine on arrival for 7 days and take a COVID-19 test within 3-5 days after arrival. • Florida recommends but has not required face coverings for the general public. Several cities and large counties, including Miami-Dade, Palm Beach and Hillsborough (which includes Tampa), had mask requirements. | • For the latest information on major theme parks and other attractions, please refer to these links: - Disneyland - Universal Orlando - Legoland Florida - Busch Gardens Florida - Sea World Florida • Beaches are open. • The Florida State Parks system reviews operations on a daily basis. For details on specific parks, please visit their webpage(s). • Museums, restauarants and food establishments are open at 50% capacity. Bar counters are to remain closed to seating, and outdoor seating remains available with social distancing. | 02-08-2021 20:41:09 | 16 | 1039 |
15 | France | • The French government announced opening the borders on June 9, 2021 to fully vaccinated travellers. Foreign citizens who plan to travel to France from the region will need to follow these instructions: For fully vaccinated travellers: • Submit vaccination proof* - only Pfizer, Moderna, AstraZeneca and Johnson & Johnson are currently approved by the European Medicines Agency (EMA) • Present a negative PCR test of less than 72 hours or a negative antigen test of less than 48 hours on boarding. Proof of vaccination is only valid if it can attest to a complete vaccination schedule, which is: - 2 weeks after the 2nd injection for dual-injection vaccines (Pfizer, Moderna, AstraZeneca); - 4 weeks after the injection for vaccines with a single injection (Johnson & Johnson); - 2 weeks after injection of vaccines for people with a previous history of contracting Covid-19 (only 1 injection required). For travellers who have not been vaccinated, they will need a compelling reason (listed HERE). • Present a negative PCR test of less than 72 hours or negative antigen test of less than 48 hours on boarding, • Random antigenic test upon arrival in France, • Complete a 7-day of self-isolation upon arrival in France. | • All travellers must download and activate the TousAntiCovid application (in English and French). • Non-vaccinated travellers from United Arab Emirates must quarantine for 7 days on arrival in France and take a PCR test at the end of the 7 day quarantine period. | • Cinemas, theatres and show venues are open at 35% capacity • Outdoor zoos are open at 50% capacity. • Bars, pubs and restaurants are open in outdoor areas only, to 50% capacity. Patrons must be seated, to a maximum of six people per table. Eating and drinking while standing is not allowed. • Disneyland Paris will reopen on June 17 - Indoor shows and entertainment such as Mickey and the Magician or Animation Celebration - Frozen: A Musical Invitation, as well as the Parade and the Illuminations night show are temporarily suspended. • As of June 17, face masks are no longer mandatory outdoors, except in crowded areas, such as markets, lines, and stadiums. Masks are still required indoors and in vehicles. Failing to wear face covering where required can result in a 135 Euro fine (approximately $165). | 02-08-2021 20:41:17 | 16 | 1039 |
16 | Georgia | Entry rules for COVID-19 vaccinated visitors • Citizens of all countries, traveling by air from any country may enter Georgia if they present the document confirming the full course (two doses) of any COVID-19 vaccination at the border checkpoints of Georgia. • Passengers entering Georgia with a COVID-19 Vaccination Certificate must complete the self-declaration form. Entry rules for non-vaccinated visitors • Passengers must travel by air directly from the UAE to Georgia. • At the border checkpoint of Georgia they must present a valid PCR test certificate conducted 72 hours prior to travel to Georgia. Those entering Georgia on PCR test results alone must fill up the e-application available on the stopcov.ge website. • Travelers under the age of 10 are exempt from the obligation to provide a negative PCR test result conducted 72 hours or less before arrival in Georgia, and from the obligation to get a follow-up PCR test on the third day after arrival in Georgia. • On the 3rd day of their stay, they are obliged to undergo PCR Test at their own expense; • Passengers must complete the special application form, indicating the travel history of the last 14 days, contact details (address, phone number, email etc.) • All individuals who have traveled to the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland within the last 14 days will be placed in mandatory quarantine for 12 days upon entry. • In this case, the obligation of presentation of PCR test negative result on the border as well as PCR Test on 3rd day of stay will be waived. • Citizens of all other countries including passengers with Georgian residency permit travelling from any other country must hold a COVID-19 Vaccination Certificate (completion of two doses). • COVID-19 PCR certificates are not permitted to enter Georgia. • Passengers entering Georgia with a COVID-19 Vaccination Certificate must complete the self-declaration form. | • All travellers must complete the following special application form, indicating their travel history of the last 14 days, contact details (address, phone number, email etc). • Upon arrival, all travellers will be asked to present their negative PCR test certificate to gain entry into Georgia. • On the 3rd day of their stay, all travellers must undergo an additional PCR examination at their own expense. • All individuals who have travelled to the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland within the last 14 days will be placed in mandatory quarantine for 12 days upon entry. In this case, the need for PCR-examination on 3rd day will be waived. | • Shops and malls will re-open everywhere from 1 February 2021, open-air markets from 15 February 2021. • Eateries will operate until midnight, and from midnight to 5 AM, only takeout services will be available. Similarly, hotel restaurants will operate until midnight. • Fitness centres/Gyms will remain closed. • It is mandatory to wear masks in enclosed spaces such as shops, when entering hotels and restaurants, and on public transport as well as outdoors. As of June 22 masks are no longer required outdoors. • Inter-city public transport remains closed. Taxis and private vehicles can continue to circulate freely nationwide but taxis can hold no more than two people in a single vehicle (not including the driver). • Children’s entertainment centers, as well as movie theaters, museums and libraries and sports clubs, are open. • Hotels throughout the country are open. | 02-08-2021 20:41:18 | 16 | 1039 |
17 | Germany | • Effective 25 June 2021, fully vaccinated non-EU citizens may enter Germany for any valid purpose such as leisure, business, study and family visits, provided that they have completed at least 14 days after their last required vaccination dose and that they meet the general requirements of residence law. The vaccine must be approved by the European Medicines Agency (EMA). • Vaccines Approved by EMA: Pfizer, Modern, AstraZeneca & Johnson & Johnson • Proof of vaccination or recovery from COVID-19 will exempt travellers from presenting a negative test certificate and exempt travellers from quarantine on entry • Customers who have visited a virus variant area, high-incidence area or risk area are required to complete a Digital Entry Declaration ("DEA"). • At the time of check-in, such passengers are to ensure they have a confirmation form of the registration, either saved or printed. • For all persons residing in a third country that is not vaccinated, restrictions on travel continue to apply and these persons may enter Germany only for urgent reasons, please check here. | • All vaccinated passengers arriving into Germany are exempt from quarantine and exempt from presenting a negative PCR test on arrival • Proof of vaccination and a completed DEA form must be presented on arrival in order to be allowed entry | • Face masks are required in all public areas. • Social distancing rules must be observed. | 02-08-2021 20:41:20 | 16 | 1039 |
18 | Ghana | • Travellers must carry a negative COVID‑19 PCR test result in English from an accredited laboratory in their country of origin. • The test should have been done not more than 72 hours before the scheduled departure from the country of origin. The test result must have a QR code obtained HERE or HERE. • For passengers who will be transiting through other countries before arriving in Ghana, the first country of departure will be the reference point. • Passengers will be subject to a mandatory COVID‑19 PCR test at the airport terminal at a cost to be borne by the passenger, as indicated below: ‑ Ghanaians and ECOWAS citizens ‑ $50 ‑ All other passengers ‑ $150 • Payment MUST be made online here and proof of payment (receipt in English) shown to the airline before boarding. Passengers who have not completed the process online and do not hold a payment notification will be offloaded. There will be no exceptions. • All passengers who test negative for COVID‑19 will be required to continuously adhere to COVID‑19 safety protocols and will receive regular information on COVID‑19 within five days of arrival in Ghana. • All passengers must fill out the Ghana Health Form online before arrival. | • Travellers must undergo health screening upon arrival. • All arriving passengers above the age of five, will be subject to a mandatory COVID‑19 antigen fluorescent immunoassay test at Kotoka International airport. The test will be conducted before the baggage is collected. Payment should be made online prior to boarding. • All arriving travellers, including those in transit, will undergo another COVID‑19 test at the airport. Depending on the test result, some passengers may be required to quarantine in a government facility at their own expense. | • No curfew or lockdown is in effect. • Tourist sites are allowed to open with social distancing guidelines. Beaches will remain closed. • Festivals, conferences, weddings, workshops and sporting events are prohibited until further notice. • Restaurants are allowed to open with proper social distancing protocol. • Nightclubs and cinemas are closed. • Open‑air bars and national tourism sites are open. | 02-08-2021 20:41:21 | 16 | 1039 |
19 | Greece | • Travellers from the UAE are permitted to travel to Greece under the following conditions. • Non-vaccinated travellers must present a negative PCR test for COVID-19 upon arrival, taken no more than 72 hours ahead of travel. • Children under 5 years are exempt from PCR testing requirements. • UAE passengers are required to present a negative PCR test for COVID-19 in English, from a certified diagnostic centre, to Greek control authorities. The test result must include their passport or ID details. • Children under five are exempt from testing. • Vaccinated travellers (any vaccine) can enjoy quarantine-free travel to Greece. - Passengers will need to present their vaccination certificates or digital records via their government-approved apps. - Travellers can also upload their PCR test results on these apps (Visit Greece app for Greece and AlHosn for UAE), and must follow all other COVID-19 safety protocols in place. • All visitors are obliged to submit the Passenger Locator Form (PLF) up to 24 hours before traveling. The visitors will receive a QR code which will be scanned upon arrival. Families can also be accepted with only one joint PLF confirmation and one unique QR code. • Along with the QR code proof that they have completed the e-PLF and a negative COVID-19 PCR test certificate, traveler from UAE or third countries will have to present their residence permit, work permit, identity card (provided that it states the place of residence), driving license or other documents to prove their place of residence. • Social distancing of 1.5 metres and the wearing of non-surgical masks is mandatory. | • All non-vaccinated travellers must take a COVID-19 rapid test on arrival. Passengers who test positive for COVID-19 must quarantine under supervision for 14 days. Only passengers whose final destination is Athens will be subject to testing on arrival based on their completed passenger locator form. Transit passengers must take a test before boarding their domestic flight. • All travellers from the UAE are now exempt from the 7 days self-isolation, provided they can show a negative PCR test on arrival or show proof of 2 doses of a COVID-19 vaccine. • All passengers travelling to the Greek Islands will also need to fill out an online health statement form here. • To travel by ferry from Athens to any of the Greek Islands you will need one of the following: - A vaccination certificate issued by a certified authority (valid after 14 days from the second shot) OR - A PCR test of less than 72 hours OR - A Rapid test of less than 24 hours OR - A proof of having recovered from Covid-19 (between 2-9 months ago) | • Greece has a national curfew in place from 1:30am until 5am. • Restaurants, bars and tavernas are now reopened for outdoor dining across Greece. • A night curfew for restaurants and bars in some top tourist destinations has been announced. Areas in which eateries and bars will be closed from midnight to 7am include the popular islands of Mykonos, Santorini, Corfu, Rhodes and Crete. • Concerts and cultural events are taking place with some restrictions. • All religious processions and bazaars of all kinds are suspended until further notice. • Private beaches are open with limited capacity. • Only outdoor swimming pools in hotels are allowed to operate. • Archaeological sites, museums, historic areas and buildings are open. • Retail shops — except department stores and malls are open • Public parks is open. Tourist can visit them in groups of a maximum of 3 people (except from immediate families), using masks and provided that they get there on foot or bicycles. • Clubs are closed until further notice. • Hotels operating all year around are open. • Seasonal Hotels are permitted to reopen as of 14th May. • All Hotels operate to 100% of their capacity under specified strict Health Protection Protocols. | 02-08-2021 20:41:23 | 16 | 1039 |
20 | Iceland | • All arrivals (excluding from Greenland) must present a negative COVID-19 PCR certificate before boarding an aircraft or ship to Iceland and upon arrival in Iceland. • The COVID-19 PCR test must be taken within 72 hours prior to departure to Iceland. • COVID-19 PCR test certificates from other countries are accepted, Valid certificates must be in English, Icelandic, Danish, Norwegian, Swedish. Rapid antigen tests are not valid. • From March 26th 2021 everyone who can provide valid proof of a full vaccination or proof of prior infection will be exempt from travel restrictions to Iceland. Documentation must be in accordance with the requirements defined by the Chief Epidemiologist. This exemption will apply to citizens outside the Schengen-area. The following certificates are accepted at the borders for exemption of presenting a negative PCR-test and quarantine: • Confirmation of previous COVID-19 infection that fulfil certain requirements here. • Certificates of vaccination against COVID-19 that fulfil the requirements set forth by the Chief Epidemiologist. These requirements are stated below in this document. • Certificates of vaccination with a vaccine authorized by the European Medicines Agency (EMA), or the World Health Organization (WHO), that are listed here (this list is updated as needed). Certificates that fulfil the criteria are accepted from all countries. • List of accepted vaccines (this list is updated as needed): Pfizer, AstraZeneca, Janssen-Cilag International NV, Moderna, Sinopharm & Sinovac. • Children born in 2005 and later are exempt from presenting a certificate of a negative PCR test upon arrival. All children need to undergo one screening test at the border. Testing for children can be from the nasopharynx, throat or mouth. Children are not exempt if they have had previous COVID-19 or are vaccinated. | • All passengers travelling to Iceland are required to complete a pre-registration form before arrival, which includes their contact information, address(es) during their stay in Iceland, and a declaration of health. • Anyone who tests positive must self-isolate for 14 days. Children born in 2005 and later are exempt from COVID-19 testing. • It is mandatory for unvaccinated passengers to undergo a double COVID-testing procedure along with quarantine for 5-6 days when they arrive in Iceland. The first COVID test is at the border on arrival and the second by the primary healthcare service 5-6 days later. In between the 2 tests, arrivals must go into quarantine. • Passengers must complete the Preregistrations for visiting Iceland before Arrival. • All travellers are required to undergo one COVID-19 test upon arrival. The test is free of charge. They must wait for the result of this test (usually received within 5-6 hours but may take up to 24 hours) at their accommodation. From July 1, 2021, there is no longer a requirement for arrival testing for passengers vaccinated against COVID-19 or recovered from it. • Individuals with a certificate of a confirmed previous COVID-19 disease are exempted from quarantine upon arrival. Same applies to those who have a valid certificate of full vaccination against COVID-19, according to the Chief Epidemiologist´s instructions. | • No curfew is in place. • Museums are open. Gatherings are allowed to a maximum of 200 people. • Hotels and other accommodations are open. • Restaurants can operate with limited capacity until 23:00 (local time). • Until 09 April 2021, up to 200 people may attend religious and philosophical gatherings, performing arts, cultural and sporting events, conferences, lectures, and similar events. • Bars are closed. • There are no internal travel restrictions. • In Iceland, there are no longer requirements to wear masks in public places. | 02-08-2021 20:41:24 | 16 | 1039 |
21 | Ireland | • The UAE was listed as a Category 2 country on 12 February The following requirements apply to anyone travelling from designated Category 2 countries to Ireland, including transit passengers, even if they remain airside: - Evidence of a negative COVID-19 PCR test carried out no more than 72 hours before arrival into Ireland. - Completed Passenger Locator Form. - Completion of mandatory quarantine at a designated hotel - regardless of a negative PCR test result. From July 19, Vaccinated travellers (who have received a complete course of an EMA approved vaccine) are exempt from mandatory quarantine but will still need to present a negative PCR test on arrival - Vaccines approved by EMA are: Pfizer, AstraZeneca, Moderna & Johnson & Johnson (NB – SinoPharm is not included) - Children under 18 years of age, traveling with a vaccinated parent/guardian are also exempt from mandatory hotel quarantine. | • All passengers arriving into Ireland from UAE are required to pre-book accommodation in a quarantine hotel, and to pre-pay for their stay. This can be done HERE • For queries related to mandatory hotel quarantine, a dedicated information line is available Monday to Friday from 9am to 5pm (GMT+1) at +353 1 613 1744. • From 19 July, all vaccinated passengers arriving into are exempt from mandatory hotel quarantine. • All passengers, regardless of vaccination status are required to take a PCR test at least 5 days after arrival into Ireland. - The test is free of charge and can be booked HERE. - You must continue to quarantine while you await the results of your test or for 14 days after travel. - You may only end your period of quarantine if you receive written confirmation of a negative PCR test result taken no less than 5 days after arrival. | • From 5 July, the Republic of Ireland is easing restrictions as follows: - You can have visitors indoors at home from up to 3 other households. - Restaurants and bars can reopen for indoor service. - Indoor training and exercise can resume in pods of up to 6 people. - Indoor events can have up to 50 people attend in groups of 6 people. Larger venues can have up to 100 in attendance with strict public health measures in place. - Outdoor events can have up to 200 in attendance. Larger outdoor venues with capacity of 5000 or more can have up to 500 in attendance. - Wedding receptions can have up to 50 people attend. - Indoor activities such as bowling alleys, snooker halls and children’s play centres can reopen. • Domestic Travel around Ireland is permitted. | 02-08-2021 20:41:28 | 16 | 1039 |
22 | Italy | • Starting from 2 June, Emirates will be operating “COVID-Tested” flights from Dubai to Rome and Milan. • Starting from 1 July, Emirates will be operating “COVID-Tested” flights from Dubai to Venice. • All passengers traveling on one of these COVID-Tested flights will be allowed to enter Italy and avoid quarantine. • All passengers MUST provide the following: - A negative COVID PCR test report done maximum 48 hrs before departure - A completed Digital Passenger Locator Form (dPLF). - Once the form has been completed and sent, passengers will receive the dPLF in pdf format and the QR code at their email address, which they must exhibit to the airline prior to issuance of boarding passes at point of original embarkation. • Passengers NOT arriving on a “COVID Tested” flight will only be allowed to enter for essential reasons and will be subject to 10 days quarantine. | • Passengers on "Covid-tested" flights are required to take another molecular (RT PCR) or antigen swab test upon arrival at the destination airport. • Children between 0 and 2 years of age, passenger arriving with an extra Schengen onward outbound and operating crew member are exempt of the rapid test after disembarking • The cost of the service will be charged to the customer. The current pricing is below: - Rome - EUR20. Click HERE to book - Milan - EUR36. Click HERE to book - Venice - EUR42. Click HERE to book • Payment for the tests can be made at the airport by credit card, debit card or directly by smartphone, using contactless payment apps. | • From May 24, all Italian regions will be categorized as "White Zones". • Restaurants, bars, pubs, bakeries and gelaterias are reopening until 11pm, both outdoor and indoor. They will be able to operate on weekends and bank holidays too, following the same opening hours 5am – 11pm. • If sitting indoors, the only limitation is that a maximum of 6 people are allowed at every table. • Museums and art galleries are allowed to open on weekdays as well as on weekends but only by reservations in yellow regions. • Outdoor swimming pools, gym and skiing slopes are open. • From Monday June 28th, wearing face masks outdoors will no longer be compulsory in Italy. However, its still required on indoor spaces and busy outdoor spaces. • All activities are open, including arcades, casinos, betting agencies and bingo halls. • All amusement parks, community and recreation centers are open. • Nightclubs are open but dancing is not allowed, and it is only possible to eat, drink and listen to music. | 02-08-2021 20:41:29 | 16 | 1039 |
23 | Jordan | • Jordan has now introduced rules for Vaccinated & Non-Vaccinated Travellers coming from the UAE. • Non-Vaccinated travellers from the UAE can travel to Jordan provided they present a negative PCR Test taken within 72 hours of travel. PCR test is not required for children below 5 years of age. • Some nationalities may require a visa for Jordan, please check with our travel experts if this applies to you (via the contact details below). • Before you fly to Amman, you must download the AMAN app. • A completed Passenger Health Declaration Form and a Locator Form must be presented upon arrival. • Maximum transit time in Jordan is 10 hours. • PCR test is required upon arrival, each passenger has to pay 28 JOD via electronic payment as follows: • For arrivals into Queen Alia International Airport – Amman (AMM), kindly click HERE. • For arrivals into King Hussein International Airport – Aqaba (AQJ), kindly click HERE. • For arrivals into Amman Civil Airport – Marka (ADJ), the amount will be collected directly in the Lab • Each passenger has to obtain a payment bill to show at check in counter before boarding, passenger who cannot pay through the links, the airline is responsible to collect the amount as EMD. • Passengers must have health insurance valid for the whole period of intended stay. This does not apply to passengers younger than 5 years. • Vaccinated travellers are not required to present PCR Test upon arrival. • Vaccinated travellers must present a medical certificate proving that full course of vaccination has been completed to be shown to airlines either in paper or electronic copy. • All travellers must register on the Visit Jordan website in order to get your QR code. | • Perform a PCR test at the airport and wait at the arrival waiting area until the result appears. • If the result is negative and not in contact with a positive case in the aircraft, then no action shall be taken on the traveller. • If the result is positive: the traveller will be treated according to the protocol followed with the infected cases and transferred to an approved hospital for treatment, providing treatment for non-Jordanians will be at their own expense. Please note that the arrival can request to cover the cost of their treatment with private insurance. • The contacts of the positive case on the same plane (according to the contact definition) will either choose to return on the same plane if possible or quarantine in a designated area or hotel for 7 days. • A PCR examination is performed on the 6th day, and the quarantine period ends after 7 days if the PCR test is negative. | • From March 13, the government of Jordan has introduced a daily curfew from 10PM-6AM. • Under this curfew, tourists must return to their accommodation by 10PM and businesses will be closed from 9PM-6AM the following morning. • The following sectors are close until May 15: nightclubs, bars, and discos, counters that serve alcoholic drinks, swimming pools, sports centers, academies, and clubs, oriental baths, equestrian clubs, and public parks. • Restaurants/ businesses must be close from 10PM-6AM but will open for delivery until 3AM during Ramadan. • Food services at hotels is extended until 11:30PM for hotel guests only. • The tourist sector has reopened for tourism. Hotels, cafes, restaurants, nurseries and gyms have reopened at limited capacity. • Swimming pools and beaches in hotels are open with social distancing measures in place. • Transportation is fully operational, with 50% capacity for public transport. | 02-08-2021 20:41:31 | 16 | 1039 |
24 | Kazakhstan | • Kazakhstan is now open for tourism, including for citizens of the United Arab Emirates. • All passengers should present a printed copy of a negative COVID-19 PCR test result certificate issued no more than 3 days (72 hours) prior to arrival to Kazakhstan. • Citizens of Kazakhstan and children below 5 years old accompanied by a parent/guardian holding a valid negative certificate are exempt from this requirement. | • All passengers are subject to medical screening on arrival. • Nationals of Kazakhstan above five years without a medical certificate stating the negative COVID-19 PCR test report are subject to medical screening upon arrival. • Any individual with a high temperature will be isolated in a designated location regardless of a negative PCR test report. | • Hotels, excluding their swimming pools and gyms, are open. • Bars and cafes are open. • Places of worship are open. • Restaurants and most markets are open. • Face masks may be required in public places. • Public transportation services are operating. Taxi services and city public transport are operating normally. • Inter-regional transportation is operating, though some services may be reduced or suspended. • Public service centres (including passport offices, registry offices, and motor vehicle licensing), lawyers, and financial services are open. | 02-08-2021 20:41:49 | 16 | 1039 |
25 | Kenya | • The Kenyan Ministry of Foreign Affairs have advised that: travellers are not required to enter mandatory quarantine for 14 days, as long as they have a negative COVID-19 test. The COVID-19 test certificate must be a negative PCR test result. • The test must have been taken within 96 hours of flying. • Travellers must carry a medical certificate confirming they are free from COVID-19. • Please note: From 01 January 2021, all passengers travelling to Kenya will be required to have an e-visa prior to entry into Kenya. The e-visa can be obtained via an online portal - www.evisa.go.ke and should take no more than 24 hours maximum to process. Costs for a Single Entry Visa start from USD51. • All passengers must present a completed Kenya Travelers Health Surveillance form online and present the corresponding QR code to Port Health authorities upon arrival: https://ears.health.go.ke/airline_registration/ | • All travellers will be screened on arrival; anyone displaying symptoms of COVID-19 will be required to quarantine in the place they are staying for the first 14 days of their stay and observe Government of Kenya protocols as directed. • Passengers travelling in the two rows surrounding the person displaying symptoms will be traced and required to quarantine for 14 days. | • From 8 May, there will be an easing of restrictions in Kenya. These include: • Resumption of movement in the Counties of Nairobi, Machakos, Kajiado, Kiambu and Nakuru. • Domestic flights have resumed. Tourists are now able to move around the country. • A nationwide curfew is in effect from 10PM – 4AM until further notice. • Bars countrywide are open until 9PM. • Operations of restaurants & eateries are open on outdoor spaces only. | 02-08-2021 20:41:37 | 16 | 1039 |
26 | Lebanon | • Travellers must have a negative COVID-19 PCR test result issued at most 96 hours before arrival. • Vaccinated travellers who have received the second dose of a COVID-19 vaccine a minimum of 15 days before their departure are exempted from presenting a PCR Test but must perform a COVID-19 PCR test upon arrival in Lebanon • Vaccines include: Pfizer, Sinopharm, Sputnik, Covishield • Passengers must complete a Airport Tracking Registration Form before departure. This will generate an approval e-mail or SMS which must be presented upon arrival. • Travellers must install the covidlebtrack mobile app. | • Unvaccinated travellers must have a hotel booking for 4 days/3 nights on arrival in a government-approved hotel where they must complete 4 days of quarantine before taking a PCR test. A hotel booking is required to board the plane. The current list of approved hotels is below. Upon arrival, buses provided by the hotel will transport passengers from the airport to their hotel. You should contact the Lebanese embassy for more information. • Lancaster Tamar Hotel, Hadat • Mayflower Beirut, Hamra • Royal Tulip Hotel, Achrafieh • Alife Apart Hotel, Sodeco • Gefina Rotana, Beirut • Raouche Arjaan by Rotana • Riviera Hotel, Beirut The following are exempted from home quarantine: • Passengers with a proof of a previous COVID-19 infection (A recent negative test with a positive test lasting for more than 15 days) • Holders of a positive IgG test showing the percentage of antibodies in the blood above the required rate according to each measurement techniques, provided the MOPH representatives at the airport review the medical case and approves it. • Holders of a of COVID-19 vaccination with a medical report certifying that, and shall perform a COVID-19 PCR test at the airport upon their arrival to Lebanon • All air travellers over age 12 arriving in Beirut are required to undergo PCR testing upon arrival unless they have documented proof of testing positive for COVID-19 more than 15 days prior to arrival, an IgG positive test showing sufficient antibodies, or proof of full vaccination more than 15 days prior to arrival. The cost of the COVID-19 PCR test and other medical diagnostic measures is USD50 (except for children under 12 years age and UNIFIL) and it is collected at the time of flight booking. The test shall be conducted in laboratories authorised by the Lebanese Ministry of Public Health at the airport. | • There is presently a curfew in place from 9:30 p.m. to 5:00 a.m. every day. • Customers must obtain permission from the Government of Lebanon’s IMPACT platform to enter supermarkets, places of worship, and other crowded places. • Restaurants with outdoor spaces may operate until 12:30am. • Bars, nightclubs, cinemas, theatres, and amusement centres are closed. | 02-08-2021 20:41:53 | 16 | 1039 |
27 | Maldives | • A prior confirmed booking in a registered tourist facility is compulsory, and the entirety of the stay should be booked in one facility. • Inter-island travel is permitted via pre-approval from the Ministry of Tourism, an application for authorization can be made by contacting: splitstays@tourism.gov.mv • In accordance to health requirements, all travellers travelling to Maldives are required to submit an ONLINE SELF-DECLARATIVE HEALTH DECLARATION within 24 hours prior to their departure TO and FROM the Maldives. • As of 2 May, ALL travellers (regardless of vaccination status) must carry a negative COVID-19 PCR test certificate, taken in the country of departure, a maximum of 96 hours before travel. The health document must be prepared and printed in English, to be presented to authorities upon arrival in the Maldives. • Children below one year of age are exempted from pre-arrival COVID-19 PCR test requirements. | • Temperature checks and screening measures will be carried out at the first point of entry for tourists and special attention will be paid to individuals exhibiting COVID-19 symptoms including, but not limited to, cough, runny nose or shortness of breath. • Those exhibiting COVID-19 symptoms on arrival must undergo a PCR test. If one member of a group travelling together displays symptoms, all members of the group shall be tested. Tourists or the tourist facility, where the tourist is booked to stay in the Maldives, shall bear the cost of the PCR test conducted on symptomatic tourists. • Health Authorities may elect to conduct randomised PCR tests on individuals arriving in Maldives. Government will bear the cost of random tests. • In the case of a positive PCR result, the tourist facility, where the tourist is booked to stay in the Maldives, shall be given the option of transferring the tourist to their booked accommodation to isolate in their designated room or to isolate in a government-run facility. • Tourists or passengers and airport staff must maintain a distance of at least 1 metre at all times. • Tourists or passengers must wear face masks. • Vessels, guest houses and hotels on inhabited islands may not accept tourists who have tested positive for COVID-19 on arrival. The tourist facility, where the tourist is booked to stay in the Maldives will be responsible for ensuring that associated costs are met. • All visitors to the Maldives’ are encouraged to install the contact tracing application ‘Trace Ekee’ upon or before arrival into the country. | • Additional safety measures for diving and water sports shall be governed by detailed regulations approved by HPA. • Social distancing guidelines shall be followed in common areas of resorts. • Staff must practice good hand hygiene while on duty. Frequently contacted surfaces shall be disinfected regularly. • Food and beverage services shall be served at tourist facilities with safety measures as set forth by HPA to prevent transmission of COVID-19. • Utilisation of all common areas shall be subject to HPA guidelines. • Restrictions have been placed on movement between islands, although there are no curbs on tourists headed to private island resorts if they can produce a negative Covid-19 test. • The night-time curfew in the greater Malé area is currently in place between 09:00 p.m. and 04:00 a.m. (local time). | 02-08-2021 20:41:56 | 16 | 1039 |
28 | Malta | • From 14 July 2021, guests, aged 12 and older, can only travel to Malta if they have a vaccination certificate, for two doses, and issued after 14 days from the date of the second dose (or single dose in case of Johnson & Johnson) which is recognised by the Superintendent of Public Health, namely: - United Arab Emirates issued vaccination certificate for one of the EMA approved vaccines (Oxford/AstraZeneca, Pfizer, Moderna, Johnson & Johnson) - Maltese Vaccination Certificate - EU Digital COVID Certificate (Switzerland has joined the EU Digital COVID Certificate framework, and therefore, the Swiss Certificate is also being accepted by the Maltese Authorities) - NHS COVID Pass Letter/NHS App (UK) • Before travelling to Malta, you are also required to complete a digital Passenger Locator Form, which is available HERE. • Only children from the age of 5 to 12 years are permitted to enter Malta with a negative COVID-19 PCR test certificate for a test taken within 72 hours before arrival in Malta. • Children below 5 years are exempted from vaccination & PCR testing requirement. • Children aged between 12 & 17 years must follow the vaccination requirements listed above • Passengers travelling to Malta must do so from any the UAE, must be a resident or had stayed in the country a minimum of 14 days before travelling to Malta. | • All travelers must present a completed digital Passenger Locator Form. • All passengers arriving in Malta can expect to be subject to body temperature screening immediately after arrival. If the passengers’ body temperature exceeds 37.2oC, they can expect to be interviewed by Public Health officials. • Please note that the wearing of masks in both indoor and outdoor public areas is mandatory. The use of visors alone is discouraged. • If you are using public transport during your stay in Malta, you are strongly encouraged to purchase a Tallinja Card. Should you choose to pay by cash on the bus, however, you are required to have the exact fare as no change can be given by the driver. | • Museums are open. • Non essential shops and services will reopen from 26 April 2021. • There is a 4 pax restriction of people meeting in public areas • Restaurants and snack bars are open until 2AM but there is a limit of 6 people per table. • Mask wearing currently is obligatory in ALL public spaces (including on the beach). • Travel to Gozo is currently limited to essential journeys only. • From Wednesday 1 July, anyone who has taken all doses of the vaccine and 14 days have passed since the last dose and is in possession of the vaccine certificate, will be able to stay 'without a mask in open public places in groups of 2. • Cinemas, theaters, bars and social clubs are open. | 02-08-2021 20:41:57 | 16 | 1039 |
29 | Massachusetts | • As of Monday, March 22, all travellers to Massachusetts are exempt from quarantine provided they have ONE of the following: • Travelers who have received a negative COVID-19 result on a test administered not more than 72 hours prior to their arrival in Massachusetts. • Anyone who is entering Massachusetts for fewer than 24 hours • Travelers who are fully vaccinated (i.e. who have received two doses of either the Moderna or Pfizer COVID-19 vaccines OR who have received a single dose of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine, 14 days or more ago) and who do not have symptoms. • Children aged 10 or younger do not need a negative PCR test to enter Massachussets. | • The CDC recommends all unvaccinated travellers or travellers without a PCR test, should quarantine on arrival for 7 days and take a COVID-19 test within 3-5 days after arrival. • The Commonwealth’s mask order is rescinded. Masks are still mandatory for all individuals on public and private transportation systems (including rideshares, livery, taxi, ferries, MBTA, Commuter Rail and transportation stations), in healthcare facilities and in other settings hosting vulnerable populations, such as congregate care settings. • All unvaccinated travellers to continue to wear masks in indoor settings and when they can’t socially distance. | • Hotels, motels, inns, and other short-term lodgings, retail stores, including stores in malls, casinos , restaurants, movie theater Close contact personal services (such as massage therapy, nail salons, tattoo parlors, electrolysis studios), beaches, park are currently open. • From May 10, Amusement parks, theme parks and outdoor water parks will be allowed to operate at 50% capacity, but only after submitting safety plans to the state’s Department of Health. • From May 29, Bars, beer gardens, breweries, wineries, and distilleries will follow the same guidelines as restaurants, only offering 90-minute seated service and no dance floors. | 02-08-2021 20:41:59 | 16 | 1039 |
30 | Montenegro | • UAE travellers can enter Montenegro through all border crossings provided they can show ONE of the following: • A negative PCR test for new coronavirus (SARS-CoV-2), issued by a registered laboratory and not older than 72 hours • A positive result of the serological test – IgG antibodies, issued by a registered laboratory and not older than 30 days • Proof of a completed COVID-19 vaccination (both doses) administered at least seven days before entering Montenegro • With a positive result of PCR test for new coronavirus (SARS-CoV-2 issued by a registered laboratory that is older than 14 days from the date of arrival at the border crossing and is not older than 90 days, which confirms that the owner has recovered from COVID-19 infection. • Vaccinated travellers must present proof of vaccination (2nd dose of vaccine received 7 days before entering Montenegro). • Non-vaccinated travellers must present a negative PCR test that is less than 72 hours old (except children under 5 years old) | • No quarantine is required on arrival • Wearing facemasks or coverings is mandatory in public spaces indoors and outdoors throughout Montenegro for everyone older than 5 years old. Non-compliance is punishable by law and subject to fines ranging from €100 to €2,000. | • A curfew is imposed from midnight to 5am. • Hotels are allowed to receive guests. • Restaurants are also open from 7am to 11pm, with a limit of 2 people per table. • Non-food related businesses may be open from 07:00 to 22:00. • Discos and Night Clubs are closed. • Grocery stores are open from 07:00 to 22:00. | 02-08-2021 20:42:01 | 16 | 1039 |
31 | Morocco | • All travellers, except children below 11 years old, who are entering Morocco must take a COVID-19 PCR test. COVID-19 PCR test result certificates must be from within 72 hours from sample taken and valid on arrival. Only the following passengers are allowed to travel to Morocco: • Moroccan passport holders • Foreign nationals who are residents of Morocco. • Foreign nationals who do not require an entry visa to Morocco and travelling for business, if they hold an invitation from a Moroccan company. • Foreign nationals who do not require an entry visa to enter Morocco and travelling for tourism, if they hold a confirmed hotel booking. • Diplomats connecting from Dubai and any point on the Emirates network. • UAE is under List B. - Tourists coming from countries listed in list B must: - Present a negative PCR Test taken no more than 48 hours prior to departure. This also applies to passengers who have a valid vaccination certificate. - Obtain an exceptional travel authorization beforehand - Must quarantine on arrival for 10 days - Unvaccinated passenger must quarantine on arrival for 10 days. - Unaccompanied minors travelling from countries under list B will not be accepted for travel until further notice. Passengers from list B countries who have stayed in a list A country for more than 10 days before travelling to Morocco must comply with the requirements for list A countries: • Travellers coming from countries included in list A, whether they are Moroccan nationals, foreigners established in Morocco, citizens of those countries or foreigners residing in those countries, must: • Provide a valid vaccination certificate approved by the Moroccan Ministry of Health OR; • A negative COVID-19 PCR test certificate, issued by an accredited laboratory, no more than 48 hours from the time the sample was taken. • Complete a Passenger Health Form before departure and present a printed and signed copy of the form upon arrival. | • Travellers must complete the Passenger Health Form before departure and present a printed copy of the form upon arrival. • The COVID-19 PCR test certificate must be printed in English, Arabic or French. • The printed test results must be presented on request at check-in and to local officials on arrival. • All passengers are required to complete a RAPID COVID-19 test on arrival. Crew are exempted from this requirement. • All tourist must have a confirmed hotel booking when traveling to Morocco. | • Travelling to and from other cities may also be subject to obtaining an authorization from local authorities depending on the health situation in that city. • A nationwide curfew between the hours of 8:00 PM and 6:00 AM is in place until May 13, 2021. • Restaurants, stores, supermarkets, and other businesses are closed by 7:00 PM. • Cafes and restaurants are permitted to serve on-site with only up to 50% capacity. • Commercial activities in shopping centres and malls have resumed. • Public transport (road and rail) between cities has resumed with a 75% capacity limit, domestic flights have also resumed. • Gyms, hammams, hair and beauty salons are reopened with 50% capacity. • Cultural centres, museums, libraries and historic sites have re-opened with 50% capacity. • In hotels, common areas such as pools, restaurants and fitness facilities may operate at maximum 50% capacity. • Gatherings, meetings and events of up to 20 persons are permitted. | 02-08-2021 20:42:03 | 16 | 1039 |
32 | Nevada | • The state of Nevada has no requirements for entry • All travellers can enter Nevada. | • The CDC recommends all unvaccinated travellers or travellers without a PCR test, should quarantine on arrival for 7 days and take a COVID-19 test within 3-5 days after arrival. • Travelers are not required to wear a mask in outdoor areas of a conveyance (like on a ferry or the top deck of a bus). CDC recommends that travelers who are not fully vaccinated continue to wear a mask and maintain physical distance when traveling. | • Nightclubs and day clubs can operate under strict social distancing requirements at no more than 80 percent capacity • Restaurants are open for delivery, and/or carry out. Restaurants are allowed to continue dine-in under strict social distancing requirements. Buffets, cafeterias, and self-serve dining facilities shall remain closed until further notice. • In pubs, wineries, bars and breweries that serve food, customers may now be served in bar areas and at bar tops, only if bar top seating is limited such that barstools are spaced at a minimum of six feet apart from other barstools for customers not in the same party. • Retail businesses are open for online or call-in ordering, delivery, and/or carry out. • In pubs, wineries, bars and breweries that do not serve food, are open and operating at no more than 50% of allowed occupancy based on applicable fire code. | 02-08-2021 20:42:08 | 16 | 1039 |
33 | New York | • All travelers must complete the Traveller Health Form unless the traveller had left New York for less than 24 hours or is coming to New York from a contiguous state • Fully vaccinated individuals who have not recovered from COVID-19 in the past 3 months are recommended to get tested 3-5 days after arrival in New York from international travel. • All unvaccinated international travelers who have not recovered from COVID-19 in the past 3 months are recommended to get tested 3-5 days after arrival in New York, consider non-mandated self-quarantine (7 days if tested on day 3-5, otherwise 10 days), and avoid contact with people at higher risk for severe disease for 14 days, regardless of test result. | • Indoor dinings in New York City are open, with restaurants now allowed to operate at 50 percent capacity. Outdoor dining, takeout and delivery continue as normal. • Low-risk outdoor activities like botanical gardens and zoos with capacity restrictions, movie and television production, and professional sports—indoor arenas are open at 10 percent capacity • Movie theaters, pool halls, indoor entertainment centres, indoor arts, entertainment and events venues and outdoor amusement parks have are open at limited capacity. • Businesses and venues may require proof of vaccination to meet mask or social distancing directives. | • The CDC recommends all unvaccinated travellers or travellers without a PCR test, should quarantine on arrival for 7 days and take a COVID-19 test within 3-5 days after arrival. • Masks are required for unvaccinated people over age 2 when in a public place and for all people on public transit and in health care and long-term care facilities, detention centers and homeless shelters. | 02-08-2021 20:42:05 | 16 | 1039 |
34 | Oman | • Effective 8th April 2021 – 12 PM (Oman Local Time ) Passengers are not allowed to enter Oman. This does not apply to: - Nationals of Oman - Holder of resident visa - Passengers with a visa issued by Oman on or before 7th April 2021. • Visa On Arrival facilities are suspended until further notice. • All passengers arriving in Oman are required to present a negative COVID-19 PCR test conducted within seventy-two (72) hours prior to the scheduled time of arrival in Oman. The COVID-19 PCR test shall be a validated and certified medical test result written in Arabic or English. All travellers are subject to undergo a COVID-19 PCR test on arrival which must be pre-booked here. The cost for the PCR test on arrival is OMR 25 and includes the fitting of a tracking wristband for all Omani citizens and passengers staying longer than 7 days. • Children of the age of 15 and below are exempted from the PCR and bracelet requirements. • Travelers must download Tarassud+ and HMushrif applications before arriving in the country and complete the registration on arrival. A completed ‘Traveller registration form’ must be presented before boarding. The form can be obtained here. | • All travellers arriving in Oman from any destination will be required to undergo a COVID-19 PCR test at arrival. • Arrivals to Oman are subject to COVID-19 PCR test with a 7 day quarantine, (Tarrasud+) and H Mushrif applications bracelet that will be paired with HMushrif mobile App and to pay the cost of services of OMR 25 before arrival. The following quarantine requirements are applicable to international arriving passengers. • All passengers must conduct the COVID-19 PCR test on the 8th day from the date of arrival. If the result is shown as negative, the bracelet can be removed as per the established procedures and quarantine can be ended. If the result of the test conducted on the 8th day is positive, the passenger must remain in quarantine for further 10 days starting from the time of sample collection. • The cost for the PCR test on arrival is OMR25 and includes the fitting of a tracking wristband for all Omani citizens and passengers staying longer than seven days. • Test results will be available within 24 hours. • The test report is available electronically here. | • Starting 13 April 2021 until the end of holy month, curfew will be imposed on all commercial activities between 9PM and 4AM • Prayers in mosques are prohibited and there is a total ban on all types of gatherings, such as Iftar-Sa’im, in mosques, tents or public assembling places. • All social, sport and cultural activities and any other group activities are also banned throughout Ramadan. • Restaurants are open but only for takeaway, delivery and drive thru. | 02-08-2021 20:42:11 | 16 | 1039 |
35 | Qatar | • All travellers to Qatar regardless of age, including those previously vaccinated or infected, must do a pre-travel COVID-19 PCR test within 72 hours of arrival to Qatar at the country of origin in a medical centre that their local Ministry of Health approved to perform COVID-19 PCR tests. • It is mandatory for travellers to install and activate Ehteraz app on their mobile phone using locally authorized SIM cards. • Unvaccinated travellers shall bear the cost of the hotel quarantine for (7) days, if the hotel quarantine criteria apply, provided that the booking made through "Discover Qatar" before their travel abroad. | • GCC citizens must present the following documents to be eligible for quarantine exemption: • An approved vaccination certificate with the date of their single dose; • An approved medical certificate showing the date of their COVID-19 infection; • Negative PCR test result from swab taken within 72 hours prior to entering Qatar. • Only the following vaccines will be accepted by MOPH: - Pfizer BioNTech, Moderna, Astrazeneca, Covishield (Astrazeneca), Janssen/Johnson & Johnson & Sinopharm • Any GCC citizen and their accompanying family/staff traveling *from* one of the six high-risk countries (India, Nepal, Bangladesh, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, and the Philippines in the previous 14 days) must undergo 10 days quarantine in a dedicated quarantine facility, or 14 days if quarantine is at Mekhaines facility) regardless of previous vaccination or immunity against COVID-19 or health status. • Unvaccinated travellers are subject to home quarantine or quarantine in a hotel for 7 days; details can be found here. | • Shopping malls are open maintaining the capacity up to 30%. Food courts to remain closed (only pick-up services allowed) • Food is not allowed to be served indoors or outdoors in restaurants and cafes, while delivery and pick-up services will continue. • Cinemas and theatres and museums are closed • Swimming pools and water parks indoors and outdoors to remain closed. • Theme parks and leisure centres remain closed. • Public transport services are operating by no more than 20% of the capacity and stopping the operation of those services in some lines in addition to stopping services on Fridays and Saturdays every week. | 02-08-2021 20:42:13 | 16 | 1039 |
36 | Russia | • International flights to and from Dubai have resumed. • UAE citizens and residents can enter the Russian Federation if arriving on a direct flight from their country of nationality/residence. • The Consular Section of the Embassy fully resumes issuing visas from 10 September 2020. Please book an appointment to apply for a visa: http://abu-dhabi.kdmid.ru/. • Foreign citizens can apply for a Russian visa in the UAE only if they have UAE permanent residence permits. • Please note that UAE citizens can enter Russia and stay there for up to 90 days each period of 180 days. Other foreign citizens should check the list of visa free regime countries: https://uae.mid.ru/web/uae-en/visa-free-regime. • For all foreign citizens entering the Russian Federation, it will be possible only upon presenting a negative COVID-19 test issued within 3 days before the date of departure. • Every passenger has to show a printed medical document (in English or Russian), confirming a negative PCR test for COVID-19, at the check-in and then at the border of the Russian Federation. Passengers without the printed medical document will be refused to board. • If the medical document is in another language, it should be translated into Russian and certified by the respective Russian Consulate (please, consult such Consulate in advance). • All passengers on board should fill in a dedicated questionnaire (this will be provided by the airlines). | • All Russian citizens returning from abroad can be tested upon arrival and download the results within 72 hours on website: www.gosuslugi.ru • All travellers have to undertake a PCR test with a negative result 72 hours before arrival, plus take a positive COVID-19 antibody test. • 14 days of self-isolation upon arrival to Russia is no longer applicable due to the ability to produce the aforementioned medical documents. • Foreign citizens arriving to Russia with a visa for permanent work are exempt and still have to self-isolate for 14 days. • If you feel any health disturbance during the 14 days upon arrival to Russia, you have to call immediately for medical assistance without going to a medical institution. | • Theatres, circuses, zoos, libraries, museums, cinemas are open, with some exceptions. • River cruises, parks and squares are open. • Restaurants (indoor dining) and bars are open. • In St. Petersburg – The Hermitage and Russian Museum are now open. In Moscow, The Moscow Kremlin is open. • Face masks must be worn in all public spaces. Social distancing measures should be adhered to at all times. • For travel in Moscow: - It is necessary to wear a face mask and gloves in shops, on public transport and in other crowded places. • Starting Monday, all restaurant and cafes in Moscow will require patrons to present an official QR code confirming their vaccination status, immunity or negative PCR test results. | 02-08-2021 20:42:14 | 16 | 1039 |
37 | Saudi Arabia | • All arriving guests including the members of diplomatic missions accredited in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and their families (except Saudi citizens and children below 8 years of age) must provide negative PCR test certificate issued from a verified laboratory does not exceed (72) hours from the time the test is undertaken until departing to the kingdom, and guests who did not provide the certificate will be denied from boarding the airplane. • Unvaccinated travellers arriving to Saudi Arabia must complete a period of (7 days) of institutional quarantine at their own expense starting from the time of arrival at the institutional quarantine facilities to the Kingdom. • Passengers arriving from non‑restricted countries must have medical insurance with cover for COVID‑19 treatment, and must undergo institutional quarantine at their expense. • Institutional Quarantine (IQ) packages must be booked ONLY through Airlines. Please check the list of Institutional Quarantine Licensed Accommodation facilities in the kingdom of Saudi Arabia by Ministry of Tourism. IQ Packages must include: ‑ Air Fare and Taxes, Accommodation for 7 Nights, Transportation , 2 PCR Tests, Install and activate Tawakkalna Application on mobile • Vaccinated travellers are exempted to undergo quarantine. If Vaccinated (completed 2 doses of Pfizer, AstraZeneca or Moderna or 1 dose of JJ and 14 days have lapsed since the administration) proof of vaccination: a. Must be an approved vaccine by KSA MOH (Pfizer, AstraZeneca, Moderna, Johnson & Johnson) b. Vaccine certificate certified by respective country MOH c. 14 days have lapsed since administration as at time of boarding d. Recommend to print the Vaccine certificate or Health status via MOH App (i.e. Sehaty) | • Non immune travellers shall comply with home quarantine for a period of 7 days, and be allowed to take the COVID 19 PCR test starting on the 6TH day of quarantine. • Travellers must assign home location Through Tatamman app within 8 hours of arrival. • All arriving passengers must complete a health disclaimer form and submit it to health personnel at the airport upon arrival. | • Restaurants, cafés and other eateries are open • Domestic air travel and travel within the country by bus, train, and other means of transportation is functioning. • Cinemas, indoor entertainment centres, gyms and sports centres are open. • Many public places have hygiene measures in place, including taking a temperature check and sanitising hands upon entry. You are required to show your health status on the Tawakkalna app before being allowed to enter. • The Saudi Ministry of Interior announced COVID‑19 immunization will be a requirement as of August 1 to enter any social, economic, commercial, cultural, scientific, entertainment, or sporting facility or event in Saudi Arabia. | 02-08-2021 20:42:16 | 16 | 1039 |
38 | Serbia | • Serbia is open to citizens and residents of Serbia, and citizens and residents of international destinations including the United Arab Emirates, subject to visitors meeting the entry requirements. • Passengers arriving from a country other than Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Montenegro, North Macedonia (Rep.) or the United States must hold a negative (COVID-19) RT-PCR test result issued at most 48 hours before arrival. • In case of a delay in entering Serbia due to an unforeseen external event that cannot be attributed to the fault of the passenger (flight delay, departure of buses, trains, etc.), the traveller must ensure that the test is not older than 72 hours when entering Serbia. • Children under the age of 12 are exempt from the PCR testing requirement, provided their parent/guardian possesses a negative PCR test. • A new travel corridor between the UAE and Serbia means vaccinated travellers can now fly between the two countries without having to quarantine, as long as they can show proof from a recognised authority that they have received their final shot of any Covid-19 vaccine. • A new travel corridor between the UAE and Serbia means vaccinated travelers can now fly between the two countries without having to quarantine and without having to present PCR test, as long as they can show proof from a recognized authority that they have received their final shot of any COVID-19 vaccine. | • All travellers must complete a self-assessment within 24 hours of arrival in Serbia. The result of this self-assessment will determine whether a traveller should report to a COVID-19 centre for further screening. • Serbian residents and nationals arriving from any country, except the Republic of Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, the Republic of Bulgaria, the Republic of Northern Macedonia and Montenegro, who do not have a valid test certificate must comply with the quarantine measure at home for 10 days and must report to the competent COVID-19 health clinic within 24 hours of arrival. | • There is no curfew in place. • Rules and restrictions are subject to change in different towns and cities and nationwide and local restrictions may be imposed on short notice. • Museums are allowed to open until 17:00 hours. • Restaurants, cafes and bars are allowed to serve customers in their outdoor spaces until 10pm. Indoor service remains prohibited. • Cafes, bars, and restaurants without gardens and patios remain closed, but may sell take-away food and drinks over the counter. Delivery services may be provided 24-hours a day. • Pharmacies, gas stations, and food delivery services are allowed to operate seven days a week. • Indoor and outdoor gatherings are limited to 5 people. • All other facilities including theatres, cinemas, galleries and libraries may also open until 10pm. | 02-08-2021 20:42:19 | 16 | 1039 |
39 | Seychelles | • All travelers, including infants and children, regardless of vaccination status, must have a negative COVID-19 PCR test taken 72 hours before departure, the certificate must be from an accredited laboratory to enter Seychelles. • There will be no quarantine requirement or restriction on movements upon entry into Seychelles. However, visitors will still be required to adhere to the public health measures in place in view of the pandemic, please click HERE. • As of 26th of March 2021, all passengers are required to ensure entry requirement are met and obtain Health Travel Authorization to enter Seychelles. The travel authorization must be valid up to one day after the planned arrival date. • Once COVID-19 PCR test results are received, all traveler must submit Health Travel Authorisation (HTA) for approval. • Passengers will require to have details of their passport, a recent valid negative COVID-19 PCR test, their travel itinerary, hotel bookings, other relevant information as well as a payment card to complete the application. If vaccinated, to provide authentic vaccination card certificate. • HTA will be processed at a charge of EUR 45 for all traveler, except for Seychelles passport holders the fee will be EUR 5.40. • Passengers can do an urgent application and select “URGENT” at the time of payment. An additional amount of EUR90 will be charged for urgent applications which may be processed in 60 minutes but is NOT GUARANTEED. The URGENT processing is only possible for people that meets all the requirements and submit complete documentation in English or French only. • The HTA can be presented in a form of hard or soft copy. Permitted hard copies are a paper print out or PDF and soft copies are Mobile app/Apple Passbook versions. • Visitors must have valid travel health insurance that includes cover for COVID-19 testing, related isolation, quarantine and clinical care. • Visitors must ensure that accommodation bookings are made only at licensed establishments or liveaboards that have been certified by the Public Health Authority. Refer to the list of certified accommodation. Visitors are not permitted to stay at private residences. • For more details on travel guidelines, please refer to the Department of Tourism website. | • • Travellers will be asked to wear a face mask in the airport. • Upon disembarking in Seychelles all visitors will be required to provide proof of accommodation in an approved establishment for the entire period of stay and must show booking vouchers at the Immigration desk. • In order to ensure the safety of their visitors, local service providers are expected to intensify their vigilance and hygiene measures within their premises, and whilst providing their services, as directed by the Public Health Authority. • Daily monitoring by designated Health & Safety officers in accommodation facilities for the first 14 days after arrival of a guest. • The local service providers will be required to keep a trackable movement log of their guests for the first 14 days after arrival. | • Restaurants and shops are open, but social distancing rules remain in place. Indoor seated public shows, conferences and meetings, bars, casinos, sports competitions (without spectators), gyms and fitness facilities, cinemas and marine leisure crafts are also now permitted. • A nationwide curfew is in place from 10pm to 4am. • Restaurants and food outlets will not accept walk-in customers. Guest will need to make a reservation ahead of time. • Beach activities involving family members from the same household are now permitted. However, beach parties are not permitted. • Tourists are not allowed to use Public buses at any time during their entire stay in Seychelles. • Hotel and accommodation establishments must comply with the protocols planned to safeguard the welfare of guests and employees. • For any recreational activities such as tours, excursions, sightseeing etc, visitors are required to use licensed tourism service providers that have been certified by the Public Health Authority. | 02-08-2021 20:42:20 | 16 | 1039 |
40 | Slovakia | • Slovakia is open to fully vaccinated people who have received both doses of a two-series vaccine. • Definition of fully vaccinated persons: - Vaccines with a two-dose schedule: 14 days after the administration (day 15) of the second dose, valid for 1 year; - Vaccines with a single dose schedule: 21 days after the administration (day 22) of the vaccine, valid for 1 year; - People who have had COVID-19: 14 days after receiving the first dose of the vaccine if it was given within 180 days after having COVID-19, valid for 1 year. - Vaccines with a single dose or two-dose schedule: immediately after the administration of the first dose of vaccine – temporarily till 9 August 2021. • Vaccinated travellers from UAE still need to present a negative PCR test 72 hours before arrival in Slovakia • All travellers entering the Slovak Republic must register here and must be able, when requested, to show certification about registration during their stay in the territory of the Slovak Republic. Persons up to the age of 12 and persons transiting through the territory of Slovakia (defined below) do not have to register. • People arriving in the Slovak Republic by air are also obliged to fill in the passenger locator form. | • Vaccinated travellers do not require to enter quarantine or self-isolation measures when entering Slovakia. | • In the event of conflict, exclusively the wording of the applicable Decree published in the Journal of the Government of the Slovak Republic shall apply. In the event when a negative result of test for COVID-19 is required for entry into an establishment, it can be substituted by a confirmation of vaccination (at least 14 days from vaccination with a second dose of a mRNA vaccine or 4 weeks from vaccination with the first dose of a vector vaccine or 14 days after the first dose of any vaccine if the person was vaccinated within 180 days from recovery from COVID-19) or by a confirmation of recovery no older than 180 days. This duty does not apply to children up to an age of 10 years. • Hotel and accommodation services are open. Catering and wellness services in hotels are operated in compliance with the conditions for other catering and wellness services. • Catering services are open and entry is not subject to submission of a negative COVID-19 test result or vaccination certificate. • Museums, galleries and exhibition halls are open. | 02-08-2021 20:42:21 | 16 | 1039 |
41 | South Africa | • Please note new rules for travel from South Africa: You will not be able to enter Dubai if you have been in South Africa within 14 days of departure to Dubai. This includes transiting in other countries within 14 days before travelling to Dubai. • South Africa reopened leisure and other travel with effect from 1st October 2020 • Three international airports are open – OR Tambo International Airport, Cape Town International Airport and King Shaka International Airport – as well as one port. • Visitors from high-risk countries will not be permitted to enter the country. Please check the latest list of high risk countries on the Department of Home Affairs website • The UAE is no longer considered a high risk country. • Foreign travellers will be required to provide proof of a negative COVID-19 PCR test taken within 72 hours of their departure and undergo temperature checks after they land at airports in Cape Town, Durban, or Johannesburg. | • Any traveller attempting to enter South Africa without a negative COVID-19 test certificate, or whilst exhibiting symptoms of COVID-19 will have to quarantine for two weeks at their own expense. • Face masks will be required in all public spaces, and all visitors will be required to download and use the government’s contact tracing alert app for the duration of their stay in South Africa | • From 1st of October 2020: • Face masks will still be required in all public spaces. • A midnight curfew will be in effect. • Most gatherings will be allowed at 50% of a venues capacity (250 people maximum indoors, 500 people maximum outdoors). Beaches will be open. • Wildlife game parks and other environmental tourist attractions will be open. • Hotels, restaurants, and other tourism-based businesses will be open, however they might have capacity limits, restricted hours, and/or social distancing in effect. • Night clubs are closed to the public. | 02-08-2021 20:42:23 | 16 | 1039 |
42 | Spain | • All passengers entering Spain will still be required to complete a pre-travel declaration form or apps for Android or iOs devices, no more than 48 hours prior to travel declaring any known history of exposure to COVID-19 and giving contact details. Once sent you will receive an email with a QR Code that will allow you to access the destination airport. You must have it printed or on your mobile phone. • From 7 June, tourists from UAE, will be able to travel to Spain if they have been fully vaccinated at least 14 days before their trip. Paper vaccination certificates issued in Spanish or English will be accepted provided that the vaccine administered is one of those authorised by the European Medicines Agency (EMA) or one of those included in the WHO's Emergency Use Listing (Sinopharm, Pfizer & AstraZeneca are all included in these lists). • Children under 12, who are travelling with fully vaccinated parents/guardians, do not need to show a vaccination certificate or negative PCR test on arrival into Spain. | • Once at the airport, you must show the QR Code that will be scanned at the health control, in order to access the terminal and collect your luggage. • Travellers are subject to medical screening upon arrival • Maintain physical interpersonal distance of at least 1.5m, frequent hand hygiene, and follow the respiratory hygiene/cough etiquette (covering yourself by coughing or sneezing) at the airport and while traveling. | • Many regions continue to impose localized lockdowns for areas with particularly high rates of infection. The Balearic Islands, Canary Islands, and Navarre are maintaining the 23:00-06:00 curfew while in Valencia the curfew will run 01:00-06:00. • Groups in bars and restaurants are limited to a maximum of 4 people indoors and 6 people outdoors. • Restaurants, bars and cafés may open from 6am to 12 midnight, but are not allowed to serve new customers after 11pm. • Smoking outdoors in public places is forbidden if and when a 2-metre distance cannot be maintained. • The maximum capacity is 50% in most enclosed spaces (such as hotels, restaurants, bars, places of worship and sports facilities), and 75% in cultural venues (like museums, monuments, theatres and cinemas), outdoor cafés and restaurants, and shopping centres. • Most night clubs and other late night venues remain closed. • Many of the city’s museums and cultural institutions are open. • It is not mandatory to wear a mask in outdoor spaces as long as a safety distance of 1.5 metres can be maintained. Nor is it mandatory for passengers of ships and boats to wear a mask in their cabins and in outdoor spaces of the ship, provided that the safety distance can be maintained; or in large outdoor events where attendees are seated and a safe distance can be maintained. Mask use is still mandatory indoors or in enclosed spaces and on all public transport. | 02-08-2021 20:42:25 | 16 | 1039 |
43 | Sri Lanka | • Please note, effective 12 May 2021, the UAE has suspended entry to all travellers from Sri Lanka. The decision affects incoming flights and all carriers, excluding transit services. • This decision also includes extending the suspension for entry for travellers who were in Sri Lanka in the 14-days period prior to arrival in the UAE. • Exemptions apply to: - UAE citizens wishing to return - Diplomatic missions - Official delegations - Business planes - Golden residence holders As of 23 January 2021, Sri Lanka has been welcoming tourists back. The restrictions placed on tourism are outlined below: It is not required to stay a minimum number of days and there is no restrictive quarantine. • All tourist are required to fill out the Health Declaration Form, apply for a visa online and present a confirmation of a booking at a certified ‘Safe and Secure’ Level 1 hotel for a period of: - For vaccinated tourists: you must book 24-48 hours (1-2 days) - For not vaccinated tourists: you must book 14 days. • The stay of a tourist can be in any number of Level 1 ‘safe & secure’ hotels the list of certified hotels can be accessed here. • All tourist are required to pre-purchase PCR Test as deemed by the Ministry of Health. The cost per PCR test will be USD 40 - If vaccinated, 1 PCR Test on arrival and, - If not vaccinated, 2 PCR Test (one on arrival and one on exit) • Children below 2 years are exempted from PCR Testing • Children between 2-12 years will undergo only on-arrival PCR if vaccinated and if not vaccinated, undergo only exit PCR. • All tourists are required to purchase the mandatory COVID-19 Insurance Cover from People's Insurance PLC at USD 12 for a policy of USD 50,000 for a period of one month. • Vaccinated passengers should produce the original copy of the vaccination certificate together with a certified English language translation if the certificate is not in English language, to the Airport Health Officer. The hotel management should also keep a photocopy of the vaccination certificate and ensure that only such vaccinated tourists are permitted to avail the provisions under this category. | Tourists completed recommended doses of COVID-19 vaccination and arriving after two weeks of completion of vaccination. • Take a COVID-19 PCR test within 24 hours after arrival (Day One) at the hotel. • Hotel management should inform details of the tourists to the area Medical Officer of Health (MOH) on Day One of arrival and provide photocopies of PCR test reports. • Once negative PCR Test report was released, travelers are permitted to leave the bio-bubble. • A repeat PCR test on Day 7 should be done and if the result is negative, they can leave the hotel after getting the clearance from area MOH. • If the PCR test result is positive, hotel management should inform the area MOH and follow the treatment protocol of Ministry of Health. Children below 12 years are permitted to accompany their parents/guardians who are fully vaccinated. • Children 2 years and above are required to do one PCR test (On arrival) • Children below 2 years are exempted from PCR tests. However, if the parents/guardians develop symptoms or result in positive PCR test reports, children will undergo PCR tests. Tourists who have not taken the COVID-19 vaccination / not completed the recommended doses of vaccination / arrive to Sri Lanka within less than two weeks of vaccination. • Take a COVID-19 PCR test within 24 hours after arrival (Day One) at the hotel. • Hotel management should inform details of the tourists to the area Medical Officer of Health (MOH) on Day One of arrival and provide photocopies of PCR test reports. • Once the Day One results are available and negative, tourists can visit the approved important sites in a bio security bubble. • If the tourist stays within less than 14 days, second PCR test should be done depending on the date of departure and should have a negative test report before departure. • If the tourist stays for less than 96 hours, no need to conduct the exit PCR. • If the tourist stay up to 14 days or more, 2nd PCR test should be conducted on Day 11th to 14th and are not allowed to leave the bio-bubble until negative results for both PCR tests are released. • If the PCR test result is positive, hotel management should inform the area MOH and follow the treatment protocol of Ministry of Health. Children below 12 years are exempted from on-arrival PCR testing. However, children between 2 to 12 years will undergo an 'Exit PCR' test. • Children below 2 years are exempted from PCR testing. However, if the parents/guardians develop symptoms or result in positive PCR test reports children will undergo PCR tests. • All travellers are required to present PCR Test 48 hours prior to arrival and will be subject to 10-day quarantine and PCR testing at the airport and on the fourth and eighth days after entering the country. | • Tourists can visit places of interest approved by the SLTDA if their PCR tests are taken on arrival is negative. You can find the list of approved places to visit here. • Tourists will not be able to mix/mingle with the local community until the 14th day after taking the 3rd PCR test. Using of public transportation is prohibited. | 02-08-2021 20:42:26 | 16 | 1039 |
44 | Switzerland | • The UAE is listed as a non high risk country by Switzerland • Please note that all air passengers travelling to Switzerland must complete a Passenger Locator Form prior to departure and a negative PCR test (not older than 72 hours) upon arrival. The following passengers may be exempted from the testing requirement: • Children below 16 years old (below 12 years old if arriving from a listed country with virus variants of significant concern) are exempted from the COVID-19 test requirement. • Passengers who have recently contracted COVID-19 and therefore test positive must provide a medical certificate proving that they have been treated for COVID-19 and cured in the last 6 months. • Passengers who provide evidence that they have been vaccinated against COVID-19 - This includes: Pfizer, Modern, AstraZeneca, Johnson & Johnson and Sinopham | • All vaccinated passengers arriving into Switzerland are exempt from quarantine and exempt from presenting a negative PCR test on arrival • Proof of vaccination and a completed Passenger Locator Form must be presented on arrival in order to be allowed entry | • Face masks must be worn on all public transport vehicles in Switzerland. Face masks must also be worn at railway stations, on platforms, in waiting rooms, in underpasses and in shops. This also applies to those who have already been fully vaccinated. • Museums are generally open, subject to strict compliance with the protection concepts. The same applies to the zoos and botanical gardens. • Swimming pools (leisure and thermal pools) are generally open under strict compliance with protection concepts. • The mountain railways operate in strict compliance with the safety protocols. Masks are compulsory not only in the closed cable car cabins, but also on open-air lifts (chair lifts) and in all queuing areas. | 02-08-2021 20:42:29 | 16 | 1039 |
45 | Tanzania | • Tanzania is open to citizens and residents of Tanzania and international destinations including the United Arab Emirates, subject to all visitors meeting the entry requirements. • If you are travelling to Tanzania, you might be required to take a COVID‑19 PCR test before arrival or departure depending on the requirements of your airline and destination. You must also complete a Traveller Surveillance form online before arrival in Dar es Salaam. • Passengers travelling to Tanzania are not required to hold a negative COVID‑19 PCR test result to travel, unless it is required by their country of departure. • All passengers arriving in Tanzania will be screened on arrival. Passengers with symptoms of COVID‑19 will be subject to a medical test, and those with a positive COVID‑19 test result will be required to quarantine for 14 days at their own cost. • Travellers are also required to carry their own mask, and active medical insurance, while the Government of Tanzania has introduced a Traveller Surveillance Form for all travellers (including children) entering Tanzania. All travellers are required to complete this form online, within 24 hours prior to arrival here. Upon submitting the form, each passenger will receive a confirmation notification that will include a Unique Health Code that will be requested by immigration officials during primary screening upon arrival in Tanzania. We recommend that travellers print a copy of the confirmation notification and save a copy on their mobile devices. • All travellers (including children) are required to complete the Traveller Surveillance Form online, within 24 hours prior to arrival. • Upon submitting the form, each passenger will receive a confirmation notification that will include a Unique Health Code that will be requested by immigration officials during primary screening upon arrival in Tanzania. | • Travellers will be screened on arrival and could be required to take a COVID‑19 test if they are showing symptoms of COVID‑19. • All arrivals will need to complete a ‘Health Surveillance Form’ while on the plane or any other transportation and submit the completed form to the authorities upon arrival. | • There is no curfew at this time. • Most non‑essential services and businesses are open. • Tourist facilities in the country must go through a COVID‑19 certification process for approval to open, and official documents must be placed at the entrances of all facilities. • Few bars and cafes are open. • Many restaurants are closed. However, restaurants that are allowed to reopen can provide take away service. | 02-08-2021 20:42:30 | 16 | 1039 |
46 | Texas | • The state of California has no requirements for entry • All travellers can enter Texas. | • The CDC recommends all unvaccinated travellers or travellers without a PCR test, should quarantine on arrival for 7 days and take a COVID-19 test within 3-5 days after arrival. • Travelers are not required to wear a mask in outdoor areas of a conveyance (like on a ferry or the top deck of a bus). CDC recommends that travelers who are not fully vaccinated continue to wear a mask and maintain physical distance when traveling. | • Hotels, restaurants, state parks, beaches, retailers, zoos, aquariums, amusement parks, water parks, natural caverns, museums, campgrounds and more are open in some capacity with Health and Safety procedure in place. | 02-08-2021 20:42:32 | 16 | 1039 |
47 | Thailand | • The ban on international flights to Thailand (excluding Phuket) has been extended until 31 July 2021 • Non‑Thai passengers who have obtained COE with arrival date within 15 May 2021, will be allowed to enter Thailand if they are not traveling on tourist (TR) visa. For non‑Thais who have obtained COE with arrival date from 16 May 2021, their COEs will be cancelled. • Travelers are required to provide proof of medical insurance with minimum coverage of $100,000 covering COVID‑19 treatment in Thailand. • Travellers must have a negative COVID‑19 RT‑PCR test result. The result must be issued within 72 hours before departure to Thailand. • Download ‘ThailandPlus’ application. • Travellers will need to arrange their own lodging for quarantine from the government's designated list of facilities. Phuket opening in July 2021 • From 1st of July, travellers will be allowed to enter Phuket as long as they have ALL of the following: • A Certificate of Entry (COE) with the individual SHABA code provided by the hotel* • All travelers who have received COEs are required to download and register via the ThailandPlus Application. They are required to show a QR code generated from the registration via the Application to be scanned by the Thai authority upon arrival in Thailand. To download, click here. • A medical certificate with a laboratory result by an RT‑PRC method indicating that COVID‑19 is not detected no more than 72 hours before their travel date • Copy of an insurance policy in English covering healthcare and treatment expenses for COVID‑19 per applicant for the whole duration in Thailand with coverage clearly identified as no less than US$100,000. • Copy of the payment confirmation for a 14‑night stay and RT‑PCR tests at hotels approved by the MoTS or TAT. In the case that the length of stay is less than 14 days, travellers must present a confirmed flight ticket out of Phuket • A certificate of vaccination against COVID‑19 with a vaccine approved by the MoPH or the World Health Organisation (WHO) no less than 14 days before their travel date. Travellers under 18 years of age, travelling with their parents or guardians, must have a medical certificate with a laboratory result by an RT‑PRC method indicating that COVID‑19 is not detected no more than 72 hours before their travel date COVID-19 test (RT-PCR method) at own expense and must be prepaid Cost of PrePaid PCR Testing • For stays less than 7 days = THB2,400 including VAT & credit card fee • For stays between 7 & 14 days = THB5,200 including VAT & credit card fee • For stays 14 days or more = THB8,000 including VAT & credit card fee Customer checking in between 1st and 14 July 2021 • Prepaid to the hotel direct for the PCR tests • Hotel needs to collect payment in advance for all tests ‑ 1st hotel will collect total cost. Receipts have to be issued with guest name, with the same details as SHABA ID Code. Customer checking in after 15 July 21 • Phuket SWAP Appointment System will be launched, guests can log in to book and pay directly with SWAP centre for testing and doc will be sent for COE • Update will be available HERE | • Those arriving in Thailand from 6 May 2021 onwards must be quarantined for no less than 14 days (a new COE may be downloaded here before departure). For Phuket: • Upon arrival in Phuket, all vaccinated passenger must comply with the following: • Take a Rapid Antigen test upon arrival and await the test results in the accommodation • Taking additional RT‑PCR tests as per the following requirements: ‑ Travellers with the length of stay less than 7 days are required to take another test on Day 6 or 7, or as per the MoPH’s guidelines ‑ Travellers with the length of stays between 10‑14 days are required to take the second test on Day 6 or 7 and the third test on Day 12 or 13, or as per the MoPH’s guidelines • Click HERE to see the “7‑Step Flow at Phuket International Airport” or “7 Steps 7 Countdown”. • After spending 14 nights in Phuket and as long as their COVID‑19 test result is negative, travellers are free to go anywhere in Thailand. But please note that each province’s restrictions must be followed. | • For Phuket: • There is an approved list of hotels you can stay in, we have this list on our website and can guide you to the best locations and deals on these hotels. The hotel list is HERE • If you stay in Phuket for less than 14 days you cannot travel onwards to anywhere else in Thailand, this includes day trips to Phuket’s surrounding islands, Phi Phi Island for example. • Convenience stores and supermarkets are open until 11pm. • Restaurants & venues serving food and beverages are open within normal permitted hours. • Entertainment venues are currently still closed. • The beaches are all open, but please watch the flag warning system • Some marine companies offering trips around Phuket island and island hopping within the province • Some selling foods and beverage are allowed to open and sell for consumption on the premises of liquor and alcoholic drinks per the normal permitted hours, but no later than 23.00 Hrs • Shopping malls or similar establishments are open until 2100 Hrs. • Cinemas, theatres, playhouses, water parks are open except amusement parks with stationary stations can operate from 06.00‑20.00 Hrs | 02-08-2021 20:42:34 | 16 | 1039 |
48 | Turkey | • Turkey has officially reopened its borders to all tourists under normal travel regulations. • Medical tourists will need a medical visa and specific health documentation to enter Turkey. • Turkish Citizens and residents above the age of 65 will be able to go out every day, 10:00 - 20:00. This does not apply to foreign tourists. • Any passengers who have visited UK, Denmark or South Africa in the previous 10 days to arrival in Turkey are required to stay under quarantine for 7 days and on day 7 they will be subjected to COVID-19 PCR test. If the COVID-19 PCR test is negative, quarantine will be lifted. • Effective 15 March 2021, passengers must complete an online Traveller Entry Form within 72 hours of departure. You will then be given a health tracker code (HES code) for use during travel and the duration of your stay in Turkey. Passengers may present a printed copy or electronic copy of the form on mobile devices at the time of check-in. • Travellers will not be required to submit a negative PCR test result if they submit document stating that they have been vaccinated at least 14 days before entrance to Turkey and/or have had the disease and cured within the last 6 months. Quarantine measures will not be applied for these travellers. | • There is NO mandatory testing for tourists travelling into Turkey. • All arriving passengers must fill the passenger information form that is provided on-board. • All arrivals into Turkey will be subject to a medical evaluation for symptoms of COVID-19, including temperature checks. • If you show symptoms on arrival, you’ll be required to undergo a PCR test for COVID-19 and If the test comes back positive, the traveller will be quarantined at a state medical facility at their own cost. • Passengers are required to wear masks at all times. Any tourists not wearing a mask will be denied entry. | • Dining establishments such as restaurants, patisseries, cafés, and cafeterias will be open for in-person dining and delivery services with no restrictions as of 5 a.m. on July 1. • The services of the following establishments are now open on all days of the week starting July 1 at 5 a.m.: - Movie theaters - Coffee houses, clubs, pubs, and tea gardens - Amusement and theme parks - Soccer fields, swimming pools, gyms - Turkish baths, saunas, and massage parlors. • Standing passengers will not be allowed in urban public transportation vehicles where physical distance rules cannot be applied. • As of 11 November 2020, the Turkish government has banned smoking in crowded public places. • The use of masks has become mandatory in all public areas. • In Istanbul, restaurants, cafes, and bars are open every day except Sunday from 7 am to 7 pm, at 50% capacity. • Museums and monuments are open for visits all week except one day, usually on Mondays, due to maintenance. Mosques and churches are open every day of the week. | 02-08-2021 20:42:36 | 16 | 1039 |
49 | Uganda | • Uganda is open to citizens and residents of Uganda and international destinations including the United Arab Emirates, subject to visitors meeting the entry requirements. • Passengers travelling for tourism purposes must have a confirmed safari/tour activity booked via a registered tour operator. • Passengers must have a negative COVID‑19 PCR test done within 72 hours before arrival in Uganda, and must not display any signs and symptoms before boarding. • There is no mandatory quarantine requirement for passengers who have a valid negative COVID‑19 PCR test certificate on arrival and do not show any symptoms of COVID‑19. • Vaccinated Travellers who have received both doses of either Sinopharm, Pfizer or AstraZeneca vaccines can enter Uganda without the need for a PCR test before departure. | • Arriving passengers will have their temperature checked and will be subject to health screening upon arrival. • If a passenger shows signs or symptoms of COVID‑19, they will be taken to an isolation centre to undergo a COVID‑19 test at their own expense and remain there until they receive their test report which can take 24 to 48 hours. • All arriving travellers from UAE are subject to a COVID‑19 PCR test at their point of entry, including at Entebbe International Airport. Testing of incoming travellers will be carried out upon arrival at the airport at a cost of USD 65 at the traveller’s expense. • Passengers who have received their full COVID‑19 vaccination will be allowed into the country without the need for testing on arrival. | • Salons, gyms, and massage parlours have been permitted to operate. • Hotels are open, while bars remain closed. • Restaurants are operating. Food delivery services are also available outside of curfew hours. • There is an overnight curfew in place from 21:00 to 06:00. Airline passengers travelling to or from the airport will not be affected during curfew hours. • Meetings and gatherings of up to 200 people are allowed, however, participants must maintain a social distance of two metres in all directions at all times and masks must be worn. | 02-08-2021 20:42:38 | 16 | 1039 |
50 | Ukraine | • All foreign citizens regardless of the country of arrival to enter Ukraine must have a policy (certificate) of insurance issued by an insurance company registered in Ukraine, and covers the costs related to the treatment of COVID-19, observation, and is valid for the entire period of stay in Ukraine. • All travellers need to have one of the following documents: • Document confirming the receipt of a full course of vaccination against COVID-19 with vaccines included by WHO in the list of approved for use in emergency situations; or • A negative rapid test for the SARS-CoV-2 antigen (RAT, Ag) that was done no more than 72 hours before entry; or • A certificate of a negative PCR test result done no more than 72 hours before the entry. • Test, vaccination and self-isolation are not required for children under 12. • Ukraine recognizes vaccines included by WHO in the list of approved for use in emergency situations. - These includes: Pfizer, Johnson & Johnson, AstraZeneca, Moderna, Sinopharm, Sinovac. | • Travelers arriving with valid proof of negative COVID-19 PCR test results or a vaccination certificate are not required to quarantine on arrival in Ukraine. • Wearing masks is mandatory in public transportation and indoor public places. Individuals and establishments can be fined for not complying. Everyone should carry ID. • Travellers are advised to use disposable gloves when roaming around the city. | • As of May 13, there are no regions in the red or orange zones for epidemiological risk. All regions of the country, including Kyiv, are now in the yellow zone. No region is designated green, yet. • In green zones: - Dining establishments, nightclubs, cinemas, cultural institutions are open. For cafes, only the outdoor terraces are open. • In yellow zones and orange zones: - Restaurants, bars and cafes can be open 24/7 - Night clubs are open - Lodging establishments are open | 02-08-2021 20:42:40 | 16 | 1039 |
51 | United Kingdom | • From 15 February, there are new rules in place including mandatory HOTEL QUARANTINE for all passengers from the UAE. • You cannot travel to the UK if you’ve visited or passed through a country where travel to the UK is banned in the last 10 days, unless you’re: a.) a British national b.) an Irish national c.) anyone with residence rights in the UK • The United Arab Emirates is currently on the banned list of countries - you can see the full list HERE. • If you are a British or Irish national, or third country national with residence rights in the UK and you have been in or passed through a red-list country in the 10 days before your arrival, you will need to quarantine in a managed quarantine hotel. • Please note, all international arrivals to the UK, including UK nationals, are required to present a negative COVID-19 test taken up to 72 hours prior to departure to the UK. • Passengers will be subject to an immediate fine of £500 if they fail to comply with the new regulations on pre-departure testing. • All passengers, will still be required to self-isolate for 10 days, regardless of the test result. • Passengers will still be required to fill in a passenger locator form and be subject to national lockdown restrictions. • Use the booking portal to book your quarantine hotel package HERE. Your quarantine package will include your managed quarantine hotel, quarantine transport and your travel test package for COVID-19 tests on day 2 and day 8 of quarantine. Cost of Hotel Quarantine is below: Rate for 1 adult in 1 room for 10 days (11 nights): £1750 Additional rate for 1 adult (or child over 12) :£650 Additional rate for a child aged 5–12: £325 For more information please click HERE. | • From 15 February onwards, everyone allowed to enter England who has visited or passed through a country where travel to the UK is banned in the last 10 days must: - quarantine for 10 days in a managed quarantine hotel - take a coronavirus (COVID-19) test on or before day 2 and on or after day 8 of quarantining - follow the national lockdown rules HERE | • Effective 12 April 2021, UK (England) has updated and eased some restrictions as below: • Essential shops remain open. • Non-essential shops, hairdressers, gyms, swimming pools, nail salons, libraries, and outdoor attractions such as theme parks and zoos are allowed to reopen • Outdoor hospitality is open, including pubs and restaurants - with the rule of six or a larger group from two households. • Restaurants and pubs allowed to serve food and alcohol to customers sitting outdoors. • Non-essential journeys between England and Wales is now permitted. • Self-catering holidays is open for one household, and campsites will be open. Hotels and B&Bs will remain closed. • Museums, cinemas and children's play areas remain closed. • Travel should be minimised as much as possible. Avoid the busiest times and routes. • People are still not allowed to go on holiday in the UK or abroad. They could be fined £5,000 for travelling abroad without a reasonable excuse. • Effective 26 April 2021, easing of restriction for Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland will take in place: • Guideline in travelling to Wales. • Guideline in travelling to Scotland. • Guideline in travelling to Northern Ireland. | 02-08-2021 20:42:44 | 16 | 1039 |
52 | Zambia | • Effective 20 October 2020 and as per the directive from the Ministry of Health in Zambia, all international travellers must obtain a Travel Certificate from the Ministry of Health. • If you are travelling to Zambia, you must take a COVID‑19 PCR test before departure. You will be subject to further health screening on arrival and may have to undergo a 14‑day mandatory quarantine. • All passengers travelling to Zambia must present a negative COVID‑19 PCR test result. The test must be taken within the last 7 days. Health authorities may also conduct random nucleic acid testing for COVID‑19 on arriving passengers with a negative result. • The current policy of the Zambian government is for testing to be done within seven days prior to travel to Zambia. However, be aware that many airlines require the testing to be done within 72 hours of traveling. • All Zambian nationals and returning residents who do not have symptoms will observe a mandatory 14‑day home quarantine. Homes will be inspected beforehand to ensure that the facilities/environment are suitable for home quarantine. Otherwise, they will be quarantined at designated facilities. They must monitor themselves daily for developing COVID‑19 symptoms and report any such signs to the nearest health authority. • Every traveller must complete a health questionnaire before/during boarding. | • All travellers entering the airport will be subjected to temperature and other health screenings. • The following travellers will be tested for COVID‑19 at the airport: • All passengers with body temperature equal to or above 38 °C. • All passengers with body temperature equal to or above 38 °C and any of the following symptoms: cough, shortness of breath or difficulty in breathing, sore throat and headache. They will be quarantined in specific institutions designated by the Ministry of Health until their results are ready. | • No curfew is in place. • Museums and heritage sites are open. • Bars are open. • Hotels and safari lodges are open. • Beaches and tourism sites are open. • Restaurants have reopened. • Cinemas, and casinos have reopened. • Taverns and nightclubs may open on weekends | 02-08-2021 20:42:46 | 16 | 1039 |
53 | Zanzibar | • All travellers must provide proof of a COVID-19 test performed within 72 hours prior to boarding the flight. • There is no mandatory quarantine. • A health surveillance form is required. It can be filled it in during the flight, or aboard any other transport means. • Travellers are required to carry their own mask, and active medical insurance. • All inbound travellers have to complete a medical form. • Enhanced screening for COVID-19 at all entry points. • Online registration is mandatory for all travellers that require a RT-PCR/Antigen rapid testing in Zanzibar. Please register here. • Download detailed COVID-19 testing guideline including private testing options here. • Please contact guestservices@zurizanzibar.com for any questions or if your registration information needs to change. • All travellers are required to have valid travel insurance for the whole period of their stay. | • Submit the surveillance form to the health authorities. • If travellers show symptoms of COVID-19 on arrival, they may be required to quarantine at a government designated facility at their own expenses. • Tracking information will be collected upon arrival. • If a guest falls ill, or requests assistance from their hotel room: he/she will be isolated in-room. • Companions travelling with the affected person(s) will also be isolated until the Public Health officials arrive and advice accordingly. • Guest(s) will be confined to room at all times with all necessary protective gears. • Designated Health Officer will be assigned to regularly check and advice on his/her health condition. If health of the quarantined tourist became critical, he/she will be transferred to the health centre allocated for this purpose. | • Here is the list of what is open in Zanzibar, with restrictions and enhanced hygiene protocols: • Golf playing areas • Pools & pool areas • Spas and Wellness Centres • Duty free shops and business centres • Information and travel counters • Water sports and vessels museum | 02-08-2021 20:42:48 | 16 | 1039 |
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