Several countries, including Italy, South Korea, Japan, and Iran have reported increases to the number of reported cases over the last week. Local authorities in these countries have implemented measures to reduce the likelihood of spreading the virus, including restrictions on large public gatherings, temporary closures of schools, and increased health screenings.
Government authorities in many countries have issued guidelines or warnings regarding travel to affected areas. Travelers are encouraged to check specific country entry requirements with their government authority for the most up to date information. These warnings may include travel restrictions to or from affected areas, increased immigration and customs processing times, health screening requirements, or potential quarantine measures.
As of March 4, Thai officials announced compulsory self-quarantine measures for all travelers who have visited mainland China, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Italy, Japan, Macau, Singapore, South Korea and Taiwan in the past 14 days.
Kuwait requires certain travelers provide a certificate that they are coronavirus-free starting March 8. Other restrictions remain in force. The Kuwaiti Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) announced that, beginning March 8, travelers from the Philippines, India, Bangladesh, Egypt, Syria, Azerbaijan, Turkey, Sri Lanka, Georgia, and Lebanon will be required to produce certificates issued by the Kuwaiti embassy in their respective country verifying they are free of novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19). Travelers from these countries who do not provide certificates will be barred from entry.
We highly recommend all travelers to follow health and safety information from health officials and local authorities. We recommend referring to the World Health Organization website for up-to-date information.
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