COVID-19: Travel restrictions, health protocols eased

The Singaporean government recently announced that it would lift its travel ban for long-term pass holders with travel history from six South Asian countries and ease health protocols for others entering the country.

Key Points:

• Beginning Oct. 27, long-term pass holders with a 14-day travel history in Bangladesh, India, Myanmar, Nepal, Pakistan or Sri Lanka will be allowed to enter or transit though the country.
• Travelers from Category II, III and IV countries will no longer have to take a PCR test on arrival.
• Travelers from Category III and IV countries will no longer have to take additional antigen tests during their Stay-Home Notice (SHN).
• Travelers from Category III countries will be able to serve their SHN at home.

BAL Analysis: The decision to end the travel ban on the South Asia region is welcome news, as many long-term pass holders have been stuck in the effected countries since May of 2021. The response to the COVID-19 pandemic continues to develop, and BAL will provide additional updates as information becomes available.

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