COVID-19: Entry guidelines to be eased

The Philippine government has eased COVID-19 entry guidelines.

Key Points:

• Beginning today, foreign nationals can enter the Philippines without having an Entry Exemption Document (EED) if they have:
  • The required proof that they are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 with an approved vaccine.
  • A negative PCR test result taken within 48 hours before arrival or a negative antigen test taken within 24 hours before departure.
  • A passport with at least six months of validity from their date of arrival in the Philippines.
  • Obtained travel insurance that covers COVID-related health issues for at least $35,000 for the duration of their stay.
  • A valid onward or return ticket.
• Foreign nationals who meet these requirements will not have to undergo a facility-based quarantine. Instead, they must self-monitor for COVID-19 symptoms for the first seven days after arrival.

Additional Information: Foreign nationals who hold valid EEDs issued before April 1 will be allowed to enter the country if they meet the aforementioned requirements (excluding the travel insurance).

BAL Analysis: Philippine authorities intend to allow more travelers who are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 to enter the country. Travelers should continue check entry requirements before planning travel to the Philippines. 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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