COVID-19: Entry requirements updated

The Indian government has updated its COVID-19 entry requirements for all international arrivals.

Key Points:

• As of Oct. 25, all internationals travelers must:
  • Submit a self-declaration form through the Air Suvidha portal before scheduled departure.
  • Upload proof of a negative PCR test taken within 72 hours of scheduled departure.
  • Submit a signed declaration confirming all submitted information is authentic.
• Travelers from Category A countries must submit proof of vaccination to be exempt from quarantine requirements. Category A countries include Armenia, Belarus, Belgium, France, Germany, Hungary, Lebanon, Nepal, Serbia, Ukraine, and the United Kingdom.
• Travelers from “Countries at risk” or Category A countries who are not fully vaccinated must take a post-arrival COVID-19 test, quarantine at home for seven days and take an additional COVID-19 on the eighth day of arrival.
• More information on entry requirements for specific countries can be found here.

BAL Analysis: The response to the COVID-19 pandemic continues to develop, and BAL will provide additional updates as information becomes available.

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