IATF-EID SUSPENDED THE PLAN TO REOPEN THE COUNTRY AMIDST THE NEW COVID-19 OMICRON VARIANT

The Bureau of Immigration says that IATF-EID already suspended to reopen the country for the foreign travelers because of the new covid-19 omicron variant that arise. They decided to prioritize first the Filipinos, specially the balikbayans and ensure their safety upon returning to the Philippines.

They are conducting strict protocol at every airport upon entry. Ensuring that those travelers that came from red countries will not be allowed to enter the Philippines.

While those Filipinos that are returning will be allowed to entry but will strictly observed and will be assisted By government or non-government repatriation and Bayanihan Flights, and they will be subject obtained health protocols at all times, set by the Bureau of Quarantine.

Source: Inquirer net

Photo Courtesy: Manila Times

By: Mary Jayezel Javier