COVID-19: Quarantine requirement removed for qualifying travelers

IMPACT – MEDIUM

The Dutch Ministry of Health recently announced that it would no longer require fully vaccinated travelers from high-risk areas to self-quarantine upon arrival in the coming week.

Key Points:

• Beginning Sept. 22, fully vaccinated travelers from the U.K., the U.S. and other high-risk areas no longer have to self-quarantine when entering the Netherlands.
• Individuals planning travel to the Netherlands should use this website to know what the requirements are for traveling to the country.
• A full list of very high-risk, high-risk and safe countries can be found here.

Additional Information: All travelers over the age of 12 who arrive by air must complete and carry a health declaration form before arrival.

BAL Analysis: The Dutch government is easing travel restrictions and health protocols as the virus situation improves in the country. 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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