COVID-19: Entry requirements, health policies updated

IMPACT – MEDIUM

The Lebanese government has updated its COVID-19 entry requirements and health policies.

Key Points:

• As of April 10, travelers ages 12 and older must have proof of a negative PCR test result taken within 48 hours before departure or a negative antigen test taken within 24 hours before departure.
• Travelers who received the last applicable dose of a vaccine within six months before arrival, received a third booster dose of any COVID-19 vaccine or are traveling and returning to Lebanon within one week are exempt from the testing requirement.
• Those who are arriving at the Rafik Hariri International Airport are exempt from taking a PCR test upon arrival.

Additional Information: More information regarding Lebanon’s COVID-19 entry requirements and health policies is available here.

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

This alert has been provided by the BAL Global Practice group. For additional information, please contact berryapplemanleiden@bal.com.

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