Saudi Arabia: Authorities maintaining COVID-19-related restrictions as of July 24 /update 20

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Saudi authorities are maintaining COVID-19-related measures as of July 24; eased domestic restrictions are in effect.

Domestic Measures
Limited domestic restrictions remain in place. Wearing a facemask is not required in enclosed public areas, except in the two holy mosques in Mecca and Medina. Individuals no longer need to present their immunization or health status via the Tawakkalna mobile application to access public events, activities, and indoor spaces, including public transport, domestic flights, and various facilities.

International Travel Restrictions
Individuals traveling to Saudi Arabia are not required to provide their vaccination status for entry into the country. COVID-19-related entry requirements are the same for all travelers to Saudi Arabia, irrespective of vaccination status.

All travelers, except for Saudi citizens and certain exempted individuals, must complete an Arrival Registration form before departing for Saudi Arabia. To access the form via the Muqeem website, click here.

Additionally, all arriving travelers must complete a health disclaimer form and submit it to authorities upon arrival. To view the form, click here.

Arriving travelers must have medical insurance covering COVID-19 treatment costs; Saudi citizens and residents and citizens of Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries are exempt from this requirement.

Saudi citizens departing the country must have received a booster shot of an approved COVID-19 vaccine if three months or more have elapsed since receiving a final dose of their primary series. This measure does not apply to people under the age of 16.

For more information on Saudi Arabia's COVID-19-related international travel restrictions, click here.

Authorities may introduce new preventive measures or amend existing restrictions depending on disease activity in the coming days and weeks.

Advice

Follow all official instructions. Abide by national health and safety measures. Reconfirm all business appointments and travel arrangements. Consider delaying traveling if experiencing symptoms associated with COVID-19, as they may prompt increased scrutiny and delays. Liaise with trusted contacts for further updates and guidance. Ensure contingency plans account for further disruptive measures or extensions of current restrictions.

Resources

Saudi Ministry of Health
Saudi Ministry of Interior
Health Disclaimer Form
Tawakkalna Mobile Application