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1 JAPAN Effective 27 February 2020 Japan Immigration WILL NOT ALLOW entry into Japan to visitors (except Japanese nationality) with:

a. PRC passport that states/shows PLACE OF ISSUE is

HUBEI PROVINCE and ZHEJIANG PROVINCE.

AND/OR

b. Recent HUBEI PROVINCE, ZHEJIANG and

PROVINCE travel history within the last 14 days

AND/OR

c. Visitors who have travelled to DAEGU Metropolitan City or CHEONGDO County in North GYEONSANG Province in Republic of Korea within 14 days prior to

their arrival in Japan.

Returning residents with travel history in HUBEI PROVINCE and ZHEJIANG PROVINCE, DAEGU Metropolitan City or CHEONGDO County in North GYEONSANG Province in Republic of Korea within

the last 14 days entry in Japan are subject to approval from Japan Immigration.

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2 BRUNEI DARUSSALAM

Effective 11 February 2020:

The Government of Brunei WILL NOT ALLOW entry into

Brunei, OR transit through Brunei to ALL new visitors from HUBEI PROVINCE, ZHEJIANG PROVINCE and JIANGSU PROVINCE:

Note: For more information, the public can call Brunei Health Advice Line 2381380 and 2381383 during work hours or Darussalam 123 outside of work hours. For more information on the New COVID-19 infection (2019-nCoV), the public can visit the Ministry of Health's website www.moh.gov.bn/SitePages/2019nCoV

Returning residents either with travel history in Hubei OR with PRC passports issued in HUBEI PROVINCE, ZHEJIANG PROVINCE and JIANGSU PROVINCE WILL BE ALLOWED entry in Brunei.

Effective 11 February 2020:

a. This prohibition is exempted for

the people and permanent residents of Brunei Darussalam;

b. Citizens and permanent residents of Brunei Darussalam as well as long-term visa holders who have been in other regions of the People’s Republic of China (PRC) within 14 days of arriving in

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Brunei Darussalam are required to undergo self-isolation) for 14 days upon arrival in this Country;

c. Citizens or permanent residents of

Brunei Darussalam who are in the People’s Republic of China (PRC) (regardless of territory) may

be allowed to return to Brunei Darussalam. They are required to undergo 14 days of solitary confinement. In the meantime, any citizen or permanent resident of Brunei Darussalam in the People’s Republic of China (PRC) is advised to postpone their

return to this country and is advised to seek the assistance of the Brunei Darussalam Embassy in the People’s Republic of China (PRC) for further advice

3 MALAYSIA Effective 10 February 2020 1. Malaysia Immigration Department WILL NOT ALLOW

entry into KUL, to ALL People’s Republic of China (PRC) Passport Holders and other nationalities with: a. Recent travel history to WUHAN CITY, HUBEI

PROVINCE, ZHEJIANG PROVINCE and JIANGSU PROVINCE within the last 14 days.

b. However, immediate transit through Malaysia is

permitted;

2. Malaysia Immigration Department WILL NOT ALLOW entry into KUL, (regardless of holding PR of other

country) to:

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Effective 10 February 2020

With immediate effect, Malaysia Immigration Department has ceased all immigration facilities

including issuing visas for PRC from WUHAN CITY, and the areas around HUBEI PROVINCE, ZHEJIANG PROVINCE and JIANGSU PROVINCE

a. Following immigration

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All PRC including other nationalities passport holder that states/shows PLACE OF ISSUE is HUBEI PROVINCE, ZHEJIANG PROVINCE and JIANGSU PROVINCE However, immediate transit through Malaysia is

permitted.

i. eNTRY (facility without visa)

ii. Visa on Arrival (VOA)

iii. e-visa iv. Manual visas to all

China nationals from WUHAN CITY, HUBEI PROVINCE, ZHEJIANG PROVINCE and JIANGSU PROVINCE

b. The immigration facilities

will be reinstated when the situation returns to normal.

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SABAH, MALAYSIA


The state Government of Sabah has expanded the travel restrictions (all points of entry by air, sea or by land) to the followings: 1. All foreigners with recent travel history to MAINLAND CHINA within the last 14 days WILL NOT BE ALLOWED

to enter Sabah. 2. Malaysian citizens (non-residents of Sabah) with recent travel history to MAINLAND CHINA within the last 14 days WILL NOT BE ALLOWED to enter Sabah.

3. All transit passengers originating or through MAINLAND CHINA WILL NOT BE ALLOWED entry to

Sabah. 4. China nationals who are still in Sabah are advised to depart or return before expiry of their visa.

Should the visa be expiring, only one (1) visa extension, to a maximum of seven (7) days may be granted.

The following passengers will be

allowed entry in Sabah:

Any Sabahan, permanent residents of Sabah and residents of Sabah under work pass, student pass, long term social visit pass or exemption order, returning from MAINLAND CHINA are subject to a compulsory 14 days home quarantine.


With immediate effect, Malaysia Immigration Department has ceased all immigration facilities

including issuing visas for PRC from WUHAN CITY and the areas around HUBEI PROVINCE, ZHEJIANG PROVINCE and JIANGSU PROVINCE

c. Following immigration


i. eNTRY (facility without visa)

ii. Visa on Arrival (VOA)

iii. e-visa


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Should the visa be expiring, only one (1) visa extension, to a maximum of seven (7) days may be granted.

iv. Manual visas to all China nationals from WUHAN CITY, HUBEI PROVINCE, ZHEJIANG PROVINCE and JIANGSU PROVINCE

d. The immigration facilities


5 SARAWAK, MALAYSIA

Reference to the Press Release by Sarawak State Disaster Management Committee dated 07 February 2020, all People’s Republic of China (PRC) and foreigners who have been to People’s Republic of China (PRC) , HONG KONG and MACAU in the last 14 days WILL BE REFUSED Entry into Sarawak with IMMEDIATE

EFFECT until further notice. Effective 10 February 2020

Singaporean nationalities who are travelling to Sarawak for a short-term visit either via direct flight i.e. SIN-KCH or via KUL must observe the Ministry of Health guidelines.

Ministry of Health guidelines is as per:

Attachment Sarawak – Sarawak State Disaster Management Committee-Singaporeans Coming for A Short Trip Must Abide by The Health Ministry Guidelines

Visitors (including Sarawakians) who fell sick during their visit must seek immediate medical treatment from designated government hospitals. These hospitals can be reach at their hotlines:

The following passengers WILL BE ALLOWED entry into Sarawak:

a. Those who have Employment

Passes, Student Passes or Long Social Passes BUT MUST undergo compulsory self-quarantine at home 14 days.

b. Sarawakian returning from China in the last 14 days must undergo compulsory self-quarantine at home for 14 days.

People’s Republic of China (PRC) Nationalities who are

already in Sarawak are advised to report to the Chinese Consulate of their whereabout and place of stay in Sarawak.


With immediate effect, Malaysia Immigration Department has ceased all immigration facilities including issuing visas for PRC from Wuhan City and the areas around Hubei Province, Zhejiang Province and Jiangsu Province

a. Following immigration


i. eNTRY (facility without

visa) ii. Visa on Arrival (VOA) iii. e-visa i. Manual visas to all

China nationals from Wuhan City, Hubei Province, Zhejiang Province and Jiangsu Province


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a. 082-443248 (Crisis Preparedness and Response Center, Sarawak)

b. 082-276666 (Kuching Hospital) c. 085-420033 (Miri Hospital) d. 086-255899 (Bintulu Hospital e. 084-343333 (Sibu Hospital)

b. The immigration facilities


6 SINGAPORE Effective 01 February 2020, 11:59 pm

1. ALL New Visitors

Singapore Immigration WILL NOT ALLOW entry into Singapore, OR transit through Singapore to ALL new visitors with recent travel history to MAINLAND CHINA

within the last 14 days: a. With PRC passport that states/shows PLACE OF

ISSUE is HUBEI

AND/OR

b. With recent HUBEI travel history within the last 14

days. 2. With effect from 18 February 2020, reference to

Ministry of Manpower’s (MOM) Note to airlines on new requirements for returning work pass holders.

a. All work pass holders with travel history to MAINLAND CHINA within the last 14 days,

regardless of nationality, are required to obtain MOM’s prior approval before they are allowed to enter Singapore.

Effective 01 February 2020, 11:59 pm Returning residents and long-term pass holders either with travel history

in HUBEI OR with PRC passports issued in HUBEI, WILL NOT ALLOWED entry in Singapore.

The following returning groups will be quarantined at home or other suitable facilities:

a. Residents (Singapore Citizens/PRs) with recent HUBEI

travel history within the last 14 days;

b. Long-term pass holders (including Work Passes and Permits, Student Pass, Dependent Pass and Long-term Visit Pass) with recent HUBEI travel history within

the last 14 days; and

Effective 01 February 2020, 11:59 pm

1. Immigration and

Checkpoints Authority (ICA) will suspend the issuance of all forms of new visas to those with PRC passports. ICA will also suspend Singapore’s status as a visa-free transit facility for those with PRC passports.

2. Previously issued short-term and multiple-visit visas for those with PRC passports will also be suspended. During this period of suspension, they will not be allowed entry into Singapore.


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b. The work pass holders will be required to show the MOM approval letter to the airline staff upon check-in and before boarding.

c. The work pass holder will be required to show the

MOM approval letter at the ICA checkpoint upon arrival in Singapore, to gain entry into Singapore.

For further info please refer to: https://www.mom.gov.sg/covid-19 Effective 17 February 2020

Latest travel advisory of Management of ship passengers and crew from MS Westerdam at all Singapore checkpoints.

As there is a risk of importation of COVID-19 from arriving passengers and crew of MS Westerdam, MOH will take the following measures to protect public health in Singapore.

a. SC/PR and long-term pass holders: Will be quarantined for 14 days from

disembarkation. As of 16 Feb, two SCs are confirmed to have returned to Singapore and have been quarantined;

b. Foreigners: Entry (including transit) in Singapore are not allowed for 14 days from 14 Feb.


Latest travel advisory of Management of ship passengers and crew from Diamond Princess at all Singapore checkpoints.

As there is a risk of importation of COVID-19 from arriving passengers and crew of Diamond Princess, MOH will take the following measures to protect public health in Singapore.

c. Long-term pass holders (including Work Passes and Permits, Student Pass, Dependent Pass and Long-term Visit Pass) with recent HUBEI travel history within

the last 14 days; and

d. PRs and long-term pass holders

with PRC passports issued in HUBEI.

Quarantine orders have legal force, with severe penalties for non-compliance. Effective 26 February 2020, 11:59 pm, 11:59 pm

Returning residents and long-term pass holders placed on Stay-Home Notice

The following returning groups will be issued with a Stay-Home Notice (SHN): a) Residents (Singaporean Citizens and Permanent Residents) with recent travel history to Daegu and Cheongdo within the last 14 days; and

b) Long-term pass holders (including work passes and permits, Student’s Pass, Dependant’s Pass, and Long-term Visit Pass) with recent travel history to Daegu and Cheongdo

within the last 14 days. Under the SHN, they will have to remain in their place of residence at all times for a 14-


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a. SC/PR and long-term pass holders: Will be quarantined for 14 days from date of disembarkation;

b. Foreigners: Entry (including transit) to

Singapore not allowed for 28 days from 19 Feb. This is an additional 14 days on top of

incubation period, to take into account staggered release by the Japanese. Number of days may be adjusted depending on how Japan stages the release. SC/PR and long-term pass holders: Will be quarantined for 14 days from date of disembarkation;

Effective 26 February 2020, 11:59 pm New visitors with travel history to Daegu and Cheongdo Singapore Immigration WILL NOT ALLOW all new visitors

with recent travel history to Daegu and Cheongdo within the last 14 days entry into Singapore, or transit through Singapore. Entry Approval Requirement for Employers with Work Pass Holders with Travel History to Daegu City and Cheongdo County

MOM'S ENTRY APPROVAL

1. With effect from 26 February2020, 2359Vhours, the Ministry of Manpower (MOM) will require all work pass holders (including dependants) with travel history to the Daegu city and Cheongdo county within the last 14 days and planning to enter/return to Singapore to obtain MOM’s approval before they commence their journey. This is regardless of the nationality of the work pass holder. This requirement applies to:

day period after returning to Singapore.


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Existing work pass holders currently out of Singapore; and

In-Principle Approval holders who have yet to enter Singapore.

2. Upon arrival in Singapore, all affected work pass holders will be placed on a mandatory 14-day Stay-Home Notice (SHN). Employers will be required to declare to MOM that they have arranged for suitable premises to house these returning employees for the duration of their SHN when applying for entry approval.

3. Employers are required to apply for entry approval using the online facility https://www.mom.gov.sg/newsroom/press-releases/2020/0225-entry-approval-for-employers-with-work-pass-holders-with-travel-history-to-daegu-and-cheongdo which will be available from 26 February 2020, 0800 hours. Employers should inform their affected employees (including their dependants) not to make travel plans to Singapore until approval has been received from MOM. The employers will be required to send the MOM approval letter to the employees who will need to show it to the airline staff upon check-in and at the ICA checkpoint upon arrival in Singapore.

https://www.mom.gov.sg/newsroom/press-releases/2020/0225-entry-approval-for-employers-with-work-pass-holders-with-travel-history-to-daegu-and-cheongdo





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7 SRI LANKA Sri Lankan Immigration Department WILL NOT ALLOW entry to ALL PRC passport holder not holding Electronic Travel Authority

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Arrival (VOA) to all PRC passport holder.

8 HONG KONG 1. Hong Kong Immigration at Hong Kong International Airport and Hong Kong Ferry Terminal WILL NOT ALLOW entry into Hong Kong to:

a. All PRC passport states/shows PLACE OF ISSUE is HUBEI

AND/OR

b. All PRC passport holder that states/shows PLACE OF BIRTH is

HUBEI

AND/OR

c. All HUBEI PROVINCE residents and passengers who visited

the province within the last 14 days.

2. Reference to the Press Release by the Government of Hong Kong dated 05 February 2020 which will take effect from 0.00am on 08 February 2020:

a. All passengers entering Hong Kong from the China Mainland by air or ground including Hong Kong residents, China Mainland residents as well as other visitors, to be subject to mandatory quarantine for 14 days upon their arrival.

b. Even if they are entering from other places, as long as they

have visited the Mainland either by air or ground over the past 14 days, mandatory quarantine will still be applicable upon

their arrival.

1. All Hong Kong residents who have visited HUBEI PROVINCE in the past 14

days should approach staff of the Department of Health’s Port Health Division for relevant assessment upon their arrival.

2. Even those who are

asymptomatic will be arranged to stay in quarantine centres for surveillance.

3. The Government also

appeals to Hong Kong residents returning from other places on the Mainland to stay home for 14 days upon their return as far as the circumstances permit.

4. Those who need to go out should wear a surgical mask for 14 days upon their return.

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Effective 26 February 2020, 1. Hong Kong Immigration at Hong Kong International Airport WILL NOT ALLOW entry into Hong Kong to:

a. Visitors arriving from Republic of Korea and persons visited Republic of Korea in past 14 days until further notice.

b. For visitors who are on direct airside transit via the HKIA, please

remind to check and verify the passengers’ onward flight arrangements prior to check-in/boarding to avoid their being subject to refusal of landing and removal.

Note: This is to avoid passenger to be stranded at HKG if there is any problem when making their onward connecting flight at HKIA such as refusal acceptance by the airlines.

5. Hong Kong residents returning to Hong Kong who have been to Daegu and Gyeongsangbuk-do in Korea in the past 14 days and required to stay in quarantine centre for quarantine. Hong Kong residents returning from other cities and provinces of Korea will be required to undergo medical surveillance for 14 days.

9 TAIWAN Effective 07 February 2020,

Taiwan Authority and Immigration at Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport WILL NOT ALLOW foreign nationals who have visited or resided

anywhere in the PRC, including Hong Kong and Macao, in the past 14 days. Effective 11 February 2020,

Taiwan Authority and Immigration at Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport WILL NOT ALLOW ALL People’s Republic of China (PRC) /Hong Kong/Macau passport holder entry into Taiwan EXCEPT for the 02 categories in the exceptions’ section. ALL People’s Republic of China (PRC) /Hong Kong/Macau Student

The following passengers will be allowed entry in Taiwan:

a. People’s Republic of China (PRC) /Hong Kong/Macau who is

holding a Taiwan Resident Card (Mainland Brides Citizenship Visa Holder). Passenger MUST PRESENT Taiwan Resident Card (Mainland Brides Citizenship Visa Holder) a.

Effective 07 February 2020,

ALL People’s Republic of China (PRC) /Hong Kong/Macau Student Visa Card

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Visa Card Holder has been temporary suspended. Effective 28 February 2020

1. Taiwan Authority and CDC announced, All nationals who have visited or resided anywhere in the South Korea and Italy in the previous 14 days (Backward 15 February 2020) shall declare themselves and self-

isolate at their home after returning/entering to Taiwan and be under home quarantine for a period of 14 days.

a. Foreign nationals possessing a valid Taiwan Resident Certificate who have visited or resided anywhere in the People’s Republic of China (PRC) /Hong Kong/Macau, in the

previous 14 days shall self-isolate at their home after returning to Taiwan and be under home quarantine for a period of 14 days.

b. Foreign nationals

possessing a valid Taiwan Resident Certificate who have visited or resided anywhere in the People’s Republic of China (PRC) /Hong Kong/Macau, in the

previous 14 days shall self-isolate at their home after returning to Taiwan and be under home quarantine for a period of 14 days.

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10 AUSTRALIA Latest update as of 07 February 2020

On the advice of the AHPPC and the Communicable Diseases Network Australia, the Prime Minister applied the following travel restrictions to people entering Australia having left MAINLAND CHINA after 1 February

2020:

Effective immediately, Australia Immigration WILL NOT ALLOW foreign nationals (excluding permanent residents) who are in MAINLAND CHINA, will not be allowed to enter Australia until 14 days after they have left or transited through MAINLAND CHINA

1. Australian citizens and permanent residents will

still be able to enter, as well as their immediate family members (spouses, legal guardians or dependents only). This exemption will be extended to airline crews who have been using appropriate personal protective equipment.

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For additional support please contact the Border Operations Centre at +61 1300 368 126 before boarding passengers, who will be transiting Australia to a third country. Additional messages for travellers

1. Passengers arrived in Australia and it is determined that they have

travelled to or transited through MAINLAND CHINA on or since 1 February 2020, their visa will be cancelled and they will either be

returned to their home country when flights are available or placed in an alternative place of detention for a quarantine period.

2. Non-Australian citizen or permanent citizen (or their immediate family, legal guardian or spouse) are NOT ALLOWED to travel to

Australia. The Australian Government will review these arrangements in 14 days. For additional support, please contact the Border Operation Centre at +61 1300 368 126. Advise Relating to Diamond Princess Effective 18 February 2020

1. All arriving passengers and crew who disembark Diamond Princess will need to adhere to a 14-day quarantine period prior to travelling to, or transiting Australia.

2. At point of check-in in NRT and KIX only, if a passenger is having

a flight itinerary from Japan to Australia (transiting via KLIA on MH),

a. If passenger declares he/she has not been on the Diamond

Princes cruise ship over the last 14 days, he/she shall be accepted to board MAB flight.

b. If passenger declares he/she has been on the Diamond Princes cruise ship over the last 14 days, he/she shall not be accepted

to board MAB flight.

2. Any foreign nationals who do arrive in Australia notwithstanding the prohibition, and who choose not to immediately return to their port of origin, will be subject to mandatory quarantine.

3. Australian citizens, permanent

residents and their families who do enter Australia and who have been in MAINLAND CHINA to self-isolate for 14

days from the time they left MAINLAND CHINA.

4. This is a temporary measure,

which will be reviewed in 14 days.

Exception for New Zealand citizens

To align with New Zealand border arrangements, exemption have been put in place for all 444 visa holders who permanently reside in Australia.

1. This exemption is only available to 444 visa holders who currently reside in Australia. They will be treated like other permanent residents and are eligible to enter Australia from China and undergo the required screening before entering the community.


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Note: Further details on Immigration Alert Australian Border Force can be obtained in https://www.health.gov.au/news/health-alerts/novel-coronavirus-2019-ncov-health-alert

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11 MYANMAR NIL UPDATE NIL UPDATE Reference to Travel Advisory, Ministry of Foreign Affairs Myanmar, Visa on Arrival for Chinese Tourists is Temporary Suspended with

immediate effect.

12 NEW ZEALAND

Reference to the media release, Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade New Zealand on 02 February 2020. Effective immediately, any foreign travellers who leave or transit through MAINLAND CHINA after 2 February 2020 (NZ time) WOULD BE REFUSED ENTRY to New Zealand.


3. Immigration New Zealand has extended the current border restrictions for travellers who have been in mainland China by 8 days to 24th February.

4. This decision to deny boarding or refuse entry does not apply to New Zealand citizens, permanent residents, residents with valid travel conditions and their immediate family, who will still be able to come to New Zealand. Australian citizens and permanent residents are also not subject to the travel restrictions if New Zealand is their primary place of established residence.

The following passengers WILL BE ALLOWED into New Zealand:

New Zealand citizens and permanent residents returning to New Zealand will still be able to enter, as well as their immediate family members, but will be required to self-isolate for 14 days on arrival back in the country

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5. Any foreign travellers in transit to New Zealand on 2 February 2020 will be subject to enhanced screening on arrival but, pending clearance, will be granted entry to New Zealand.

For passengers at departing ports outside mainland China:

1. From 3 February 2020 NZDT, airlines in other countries must ask passengers whose final destination is New Zealand if they have been in or through mainland China since the 2 February 2020.

2. Passengers who confirm they have been in or through mainland China in the past 14 days must not be permitted to travel to New Zealand and airlines should contact APP Support Office (APPSO) for further instructions.

On arrival at New Zealand:

Any passengers who do not meet the following definition will be denied entry to New Zealand:

1. New Zealand citizens, holders of permanent resident visas, resident visas and immediate family

2. Australian citizens or people who hold a current permanent residence visa (including a resident return visa) issued by the Government of Australia, where New Zealand is their primary place of established residence

3. New Zealand citizens from Tokelau, Niue and the Cook Islands. For transit passengers

Immigration NZ has stated that any passengers originating from Mainland China after 2359 HRS 02 FEB 2020 will not be allowed to transit New Zealand. PAX departing Mainland China ports will have an “8509 Border Closed” boarding directive. For non-Chinese ports airlines are required to ask passengers if they are originating from Mainland China, and if they say yes to deny boarding.

Contacting Immigration Border Operations:

1. Immigration Border Operations (IBO) is available by telephone 24 hours a day,

2. seven days a week: +64 9 277 1250.

3. If you are phoning from an Australian airport, use the toll-free number: 1800 156 260.


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4. You can also contact IBO via telex on AKLAPXH. 5. APP support office at [email protected] 6. Calls from the general public wanting to speak to Customs /

Immigration should be directed to Immigration New Zealand: New Zealand number: 0508 55 88 55 (toll free number within New Zealand)”

13 PHILIPPINES Reference to the press release from The Government of Philippines on 02 February 2020, 1. The Government of Philippines WILL NOT ALLOW entry into the

Philippines, the entry of any person, regardless of nationality, except Filipino citizens and holders of Permanent Resident Visa issued by the Philippine Government:

a. Directly coming from CHINA and its Special Administrative

Regions (SAR) – MACAU and HONG KONG

b. With recent travel history to CHINA and its Special

Administrative Regions (SAR) – MACAU and HONG KONG

within the last 14 days.

c. The Government of Philippines imposing temporary ban into the Philippines for Filipino citizens from travelling to CHINA and its Special Administrative Regions (SAR) – MACAU and HONG KONG Establishment of a repatriation and

quarantine facility. 2. The following guidelines shall be observed:

a. Any passenger without distinction to nationality who has been

to CHINA and its Special Administrative Regions (SAR) – MACAU and HONG KONG within the past 14 days coming to the Philippines shall automatically be denied entry. The only

exception will be Filipino Citizens and their foreign spouse/children, Permanent Status holders, and Members of The Diplomatic Corps.

PERMANENT STATUS HOLDERS: Sec 13 (Permanent indicated in the ICARD) EO 324 RA 7919 (Alien Social Integration Act)

The following passengers will be allowed into the Philippines:

a. Filipino Citizens and their

foreign spouse/children, Permanent Status holders, and Members of The Diplomatic Corps and holders of Permanent Resident Visa issued by the Philippine Government, who within fourteen (14) days immediately preceding arrival in the Philippines, has been to CHINA and its Special Administrative Regions (SAR) – MACAU and HONG KONG

A mandatory fourteen (14) day quarantine for Filipinos and Permanent Resident Visa holders coming from any place in CHINA and its Special Administrative Regions (SAR) – MACAU and HONG KONG Effective 19 February 2020

Exemption shall be granted in favour of the following classes of travellers:

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NB (Native Born) MCL-07-021 MCL-08-003 (by reason of Marriage, allowed) b. All flights coming from CHINA and its Special Administrative

Regions (SAR) – MACAU and HONG KONG shall automatically be denied to disembark including transit passengers. The only

exception will be Filipino Citizens and Permanent Status holders. c. In the event that a foreign national who is disqualified from the

above exemptions disembarks to the Philippines for other reasons, the person shall automatically be excluded and immediately sent back to the port of origin as stated in the restriction. In the event

of unavailability of return flight, the person shall be placed under quarantine or respective designated area.

d. Filipino Citizens and Permanent Status holders of the Philippines

who will be arriving from these flights shall be turned over to the

Quarantine Bureau together with their arrival cards including flight crew. Foreign nationals who are unable to board the return (turnaround) flight shall be included in the quarantine.

e. Filipinos who are travelling to CHINA and its Special

Administrative Regions (SAR) – MACAU and HONG KONG shall be prohibited except if s/he is a member of the WHO or umbrella

agency involved with the NCOV (Novel Corona Virus)

f. Filipinos who are Permanent residents of Hong Kong-SAR and Macau-SAR, as well as Filipinos studying abroad shall be allowed to travel to the aforementioned Special Administrative Regions.

g. Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) travelling to Hong Kong-SAR

and Macau-SAR shall be allowed departure upon execution of Declaration, signifying their knowledge and understanding of risks involved in their travel.

a. All returning Filipinos including their foreign spouse/children, if any, holders of Permanent Resident Visas, and holders of 9(e) Diplomat Visas traveling from China, Hong Kong-SAR, and Macau-SAR shall be allowed entry into the Philippines. Provided that the 14-day quarantine requirement based on existing guidelines by the Department of Health must be strictly observed;

b. Permanent residents of

Hong Kong and Macau SARs and Filipinos leaving abroad for study shall be allowed to travel to Hong Kong SAR and Macau SAR; and

c. Overseas Filipino Workers (OFW), whether returning or newly-hired, shall be likewise allowed to travel to Hong Kong SAR and Macau SAR upon execution of a Declaration signifying their knowledge and understanding of the risks involved.


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14 KOREA 1. Reference to the media release from Ministry of Government, Korea on 03 February 2020.

a. Passengers who reside or have been in the HUBEI PROVINCE

(People’s Republic of China (PRC)) within the last 14 days are NOT ALLOWED to enter South Korea after the 4 February

2020, 15:00UTC.


2. Reference to the media release from Ministry of Government, South

Korea on 06 February 2020, WITH IMMEDIATE EFFECT, PRC passport holders are NOT ALLOWED to enter the Republic of

Korea (TWOV Korea 30 days for Australia and US visa holders) without South Korean visa. a. This suspension is applicable for PRC passport holders. Not

applicable for Special Administrative Regions (SAR) – HONG KONG, MACAU passport holders.

3. Reference to a statement released from the Ministry of Justice, South Korea, All PRC passport holders are ALLOWED to IMMEDIATE TRANSFER ONLY without South Korean visa if PRC passport holder

are as per any of the following: a. If PRC passport issued outside of Hubei Province. b. If PRC passport NOT included South Korean visa issued by

South Korean Consular to Hubei Province (Such as South Korean Consular to Wuhan City).

c. PRC passport holder who does NOT reside or have NOT been in the Hubei Province within the last 14 days.

d. IF PRC passport holder departed from OUTSIDE OF MAINLAND CHINA.

Example for No.2 and 3 Case 1

PRC passport holder on CAN/KUL/ICN/LAX (Pax departing from Mainland China) Pax hold USA B1/B2 visa BUT No South Korean visa - NOT ALLOWED to land in ICN - NOT ALLOWED immediate transfer at Incheon Airport.

South Korean passport holder who have visited Hubei Province within 14 days will be ALLOWED into

Korea and are required to self –isolate for a period of 14days from their arrival into the Republic of Korea

Effective immediately, Visa-free entry is NOT ALLOWED for

passengers holding the USA or Australian visa and departing from China to enter the USA or Australia and board a flight to the Republic of Korea for a simple transfer and TWOV 30 days. This does not apply to the immediate family of USA & Australian citizens, Permanent residents and immediate family of permanent residents.


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Case 2

PRC passport holder on WUH/KUL/ICN/JFK (Pax departing from Hubei Province) Pax hold USA B1/B2 visa AND South Korean visa - NOT ALLOWED to land in ICN - NOT ALLOWED immediate transfer at Incheon Airport.

Case 3

PRC passport holder on KIX/ICN/KUL/PER (Pax departing from Outside of PRC) Pax hold Australian visa AND South Korean visa - ALLOWED to land in ICN – if passenger have not visited Hubei within

14 days - ALLOWED immediate transfer at Incheon Airport – if passenger have

not visited Hubei within 14 days. Case 4

PRC passport holder on DPS/KUL/ICN/PVG (Pax departing from Outside of PRC) Pax NOT hold South Korean visa - NOT ALLOWED to land in ICN - ALLOWED immediate transfer at Incheon Airport – if passenger have

not visited Hubei within 14 days. If I-APP does not give “ok to board”, need to call immigration ( +82 32 740 7121 ) .


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15 INDONESIA Effective 05 February 2020

1. Republic Indonesia Immigration Department WILL NOT ALLOW

entry or transit into Indonesia:

a. All passengers (EXCEPT nationality and residents of

Indonesia) who have visited China within the last 14 days.

b. Holder of APEC business travel card, holder of Limited Stay Permit (ITAS), and or Permanent Stay Permit (ITAP) and or Multiple Re-entry Permit which is still valid however have travel history visiting MAINLAND CHINA for the last 14days, passenger SHALL BE REFUSED for entry. Same also applied

for holders of official visas and or diplomatic visa.

2. The 14days travel history to MAINLAND CHINA is NOT applicable

for holder of Republic of Indonesia passports.

If passenger has never been to MAINLAND CHINA for the past

14 days, normal condition and requirement (minimum passport validity, nationalities that require Visa) applies during acceptance to grant entry. This includes PRC who resides other than MAINLAND CHINA.


Republic Indonesia Immigration Department has temporarily suspended Visa on

Arrival (VOA) to all China passport holder.


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16 INDIA 1. Government of India WILL NOT ALLOW entry of any

passengers from China, including PRC or other foreign nationals who may be holding valid ETA/e-visa onboard their aircraft for any destination in India.

2. Any foreign national who has travelled to China on or after

15th of JAN WILL NOT BE ALLOWED to enter India with any

category of VISA.

3. Chinese national coming from China WILL NOT BE ALLOWED

to enter India with any category of VISA

4. Foreigners who have been to China on or after 15th January 2020 are NOT ALLOWED to enter India from any air, land or

seaport, including Indo-Nepal, Indo-Bhutan, Indo-Bangladesh or Indo-Myanmar land borders.

NIL UPDATE Government of India has temporarily suspended e-visa

facility and Visa on Arrival (VoA) to all PRC passport holder and other nationalities residing or visited China on or after Jan 15, 2020. Effective 06 February 2020

1. Existing visa

(Including e-Visa already issued) for Chinese National are no longer valid and suspended.

2. Existing Visas

(Including e-Visa already issued) are no longer valid for any foreign national travelling from China


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1. Government of India has temporarily suspended e-visa facility and Visa on Arrival (VoA) to all nationals of Japan and South Korea. All airlines are hereby directed to ONLY accept those passengers from these countries who have regular visas on their passports. 2. Issuance of new E-Visa will be suspended for

nationals of Italy, Iran, Japan & South Korea

17 VIETNAM Effective 27 February 2020

Vietnam Immigration Department WILL NOT ALLOW entry or transit into Vietnam to all passengers (EXCEPT nationality and residents of Vietnam) who have visited China, DAEGU Metropolitan City or CHEONGDO County in North GYEONSANG Province in Republic of

Korea within the last 14 days.

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18 BANGLADESH Bangladesh Immigration Department WILL NOT ALLOW entry or transit

into Bangladesh to all passport holders of CHINA and its Special Administrative Regions (SAR) - MACAU and HONG KONG and TAIWAN using visa on arrival (VOA) Bangladesh Immigration Department WILL NOT ALLOW citizens of

Bangladesh to travel out of Bangladesh to China until further notice.

Bangladesh Immigration Department ALLOWS entry of

PRC holding approved visa with health certificates issued by Bangladesh Embassy in China.

Reference to Bangladesh Immigration Department, Visa on Arrival for citizen CHINA and its Special Administrative Regions (SAR) - MACAU and HONG KONG and TAIWAN are Temporary Suspended with

immediate effect.

19 MAURITIUS Reference to NOTAM dated 02 February 2020.

Republic of Mauritius WILL NOT ALLOW entry or transit into Mauritius to all passengers having travelled to/from China, including MAINLAND CHINA, Hong Kong, Macau and Taiwan within the last 14 days.

The restriction shall be effective with immediate effect and valid until

further notice.

Mauritian nationals, residents, their spouse and children coming from China or having travelled through China within the last 14 days WILL BE ALLOWED entry in

the Republic of Mauritius and will be placed in quarantine

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20 BAHRAIN Reference to a press release dated 21 February 2020

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs in coordination with the Ministry of Health and Ministry Interior has activated several procedures related to arrivals to the Kingdom of Bahrain in light of the outbreak of COVID-19. The following SHALL apply with immediate effect:

1. All foreign visitors who have visited Iran, Thailand, Singapore, Malaysia, and South Korea within 14 days of their date of arrival into Bahrain are NOT ALLOWED entry into Bahrain.

Bahrani citizens, GCC citizens and Bahrani residents who have visited Iran, Thailand, Singapore, Malaysia or South Korea within 14 days of arriving in Bahrain will be subject to quarantine and enhanced testing procedures, recommended by the World Health Organization (WHO)

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21 SOLOMON ISLANDS

Government of Solomon Islands WILL NOT ALLOW visitors who have

transited through or have been in China in the past 14 days are not allowed to enter Solomon Islands. Visitors who have transited through Fiji, Kiribati, Nauru, Papua New Guinea or Vanuatu are ONLY ALLOWED to enter Solomon Islands if they have evidence that during the last 14 days they have been in or

transited through Australia, Cambodia, Canada, Chinese Taipei, Finland, France, Germany, India, Italy, Japan, Korea, Malaysia, Nepal, Philippines, Russian Fed., Singapore, Sri Lanka, Sweden, Thailand, USA, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom or Vietnam. The restriction shall be effective with immediate effect and valid until

further notice.


22 KINGDOM OF SAUDI ARABIA (KSA)

Reference to a press release dated 24 February 2020 The Government of KSA WILL NOT ALLOW entry or transit into KSA to

all passengers having travelled to/from Iran within the last 14 days. Following a directive from the Ministry of the Interior, General Directorate of Passports, with immediate effect today, 27 February 2020:

1. Suspending entry to the Kingdom for the purpose of Umrah and Visiting the Prophet’s Mosque temporarily. 2. Suspending entry into the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for only Passengers those coming from countries in which the spread of COVID-19 is a danger China (People’s Rep.) Chinese Taipei, Hong Kong (SAR China), Iran, Italy, Korea (Rep.), Macao (SAR China), Japan, Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, Pakistan, Afghanistan, Iraq, Philippines, Singapore, India, Lebanon, Syria, Yamen, Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Somalia and Vietnam) -This apply for Tourism visa only. 3. Nationals of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Bahrain, Oman are no longer allowed to enter Saudi Arabia with a national ID card. They

must travel with their passport except for passengers entered the country with their national ID and they are wishing to return to their home country.

Following a directive from the Ministry of the Interior, General Directorate of Passports, with immediate effect today, 27 February 2020:

1. Saudi nationals, Iqama holder & Visit visa WILL BE ALLOWED to

enter KSA. 2. Any passenger who has a valid residence permit in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia even if does not spend 14 days outside of infected countries can enter the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and is subjected

to examination at ports.

Following a directive from the Ministry of the Interior, General Directorate of Passports, with immediate effect today, 27 February 2020: Issuance of any visas to non-Saudis from Afghanistan, Azerbaijan, China (People's Rep.), Chinese Taipei, Hong Kong (SAR China), India, Indonesia, Iran, Iraq, Italy, Japan, Kazakhstan, Korea (Rep.) Lebanon, Macao (SAR China), Malaysia, Pakistan, Philippines, Singapore, Somalia, Syria, Thailand,


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4. Passengers who have been in China (People’s Rep.), Chinese Taipei, Hong Kong (SAR China), Iran, Italy, Korea (Rep.) and Macao (SAR China), in the past 14 days are not allowed to enter Saudi Arabia.

5. Any transit passenger who had been in one of 25 countries mentioned, in the last 14 days is not going to be allowed to enter the

Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. 6. Any transfer passenger who had been in one of 25 countries mentioned, in the last 14 days is not going to be allowed to enter the

Kingdom of Saudi Arabia 7. Any passenger who has a valid residence permit in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia even if does not spend 14 days outside of infected countries can enter the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and is subjected to

examination at ports. 8. All carriers are responsible of returning their umrah passengers at the

specified time of departure.

Uzbekistan, Viet Nam and Yemen for Umrah and Tourist is SUSPENDED until further notice.

23 KINGDOM OF THAILAND

Travel advisory of Management of ship passengers from MS Westerdam.

Government of Thailand WILL NOT ALLOW passengers and crew from

M.S. Westerdam Cruise Ship into Thailand.


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