Unless they acquire a negative PCR test, incoming travelers must quarantine at home for 10 days. As a result of the increased number of Coronavirus cases, Kuwait has made the COVID-19 booster dose mandatory for all visitors. Those who have completed nine months of the second dose of the vaccination will receive a booster vaccination. The order will take effect on Sunday, December 26th, which is a Sunday.
According to a statement released by the state news agency KUNA, the new booster shot policy will take effect on January 2. Citizens and residents were encouraged to avoid travel and to follow all health standards and safeguards, according to the authorities. Meanwhile, in Saudi Arabia, health officials stated on Monday that three months after receiving the second dosage of the COVID-19 vaccine, people can now receive the third dose or booster shot.
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Kuwaiti citizens who have not received a booster vaccine will not be able to leave the country. Travelers intending to enter the Gulf nation must also have a negative PCR test record that is no more than 48 hours old when they arrive, according to the regulation. They will not be permitted at Kuwait International Airport if they do not have a PCR test report or are not vaccinated with a booster dose.
The new travel ban is part of a spate of restrictive limitations imposed by Kuwaiti officials to combat the spread of the Omicron strain of COVID-19, which was discovered in 12 travelers arriving from Europe on Wednesday. Those who have been fully vaccinated are permitted to attend conferences, weddings, and other social gatherings. While wearing a protective mask is no longer required outside, it is nevertheless required in enclosed locations like malls and restaurants.
The Ministry of Health said on Wednesday that 92 new COVID-19 cases had been discovered in the country, bringing the overall number of cases to 414,270, with 2,466 deaths and 411,145 recoveries.
