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Important info
Singapore Terminal Change
Effective effective 18th October 2022, all our Singapore flights will be arriving and departing at Terminal 2, of Changi Airport, Singapore.
Digital COVID-19 Vaccination Certificate (DCVC) for International Travel
Guests may generate and access the DCVC prior to International travel for ease of certificate verification outside India.
To Generate DCVC
Login to https://selfregistration.cowin.gov.in/
Click on “Certificate” >> “International Travel Certificate” >> “Download”
Enter “DOB” and Passport Number and Submit
To access DCVC
Login to https://selfregistration.cowin.gov.in/
Click on “Certificate” >> “International Travel Certificate” >> “Download”
In accordance with the COVID-19 protocols laid out by the Government of India, all guests are requested to wear masks properly by covering their nose and mouth, throughout the journey from entering the departure airport to exiting the arrival airport.Guests wearing masks incorrectly or violating the protocols inside the aircraft may be de-boarded and will not be allowed to travel.Failure to comply with the regulations shall invite action under Civil Aviation Requirements (CAR) Section 3 Series M Part VI.
Onboard the aircraft, if a guest does not adhere to wearing of mask properly even after repeated warnings, he/ she may be de-boarded from the flight before departure. In case any guest on board an aircraft refuses to wear a mask or violates the COVID 19 protocols for guests even after repeated warnings, during the course of the flight, such guest will be treated as an “Unruly Passengers” as defined in para 3.1 of Civil Aviation requirements (CAR) Section 3 Series M Part VI (dated 8 September 2017) and the procedure in respect of handling such unruly guest, as provided in above mentioned CAR, will be followed the airline.
All guests travelling from International destinations to India must submit a self-declaration form on www.newdelhiairport.in atleast 72 hours prior departure.
Public Notice by the Government of India, Office of Director General of Civil Aviation.
Advisory on transport of damaged, defective or recalled lithium batteries by Air (File No.: 19/1/2017‐AI(2) Dated 26th August 2019)
Consequent upon the recall of a limited number of older generation 15‐inch MacBook Pro laptops by M/s Apple Inc. (sold primarily between September 2015 and February 2017) due to fears that their batteries may overheat and pose a safety risk, DGCA has issued advisory to the public at large not to fly with the affected models either as hand‐baggage or checked‐in baggage until the battery has been verified/certified as safe or replaced by the manufacturer. The information on affected laptops may be verified from Apple support.
Baggage
Each guest (excluding infants) is allowed, depending on the destination, some baggage free of charge, subject to the regulations of the airline. Checked baggage in excess of free allowance is subject to excess baggage charge and space availability on the aircraft. (Unless otherwise specified). Infants are entitled to 10 kilos baggage free of charge. The sum of the 3 dimensions (length + breadth + height) must not exceed 62 inches or 158 centimeters for each piece of Baggage.
Carry-On Baggage (Hand Baggage):
In our endeavor to ensure an enhanced travel experience, on-time departure and safety of our guests, we request all our guests to carry only 1 Carry-on baggage/ cabin baggage weighing a maximum of 7 kgs. Each guest (excluding infants) is allowed to carry one small piece of hand luggage (Carry-On Baggage) of dimension 55 cms X 35 cms X 25 cms , which must not exceed 7 kilos. In addition to the 07 Kg Hand Baggage each guest shall be permitted an additional laptop carried in a laptop Bag, purse, small backpack, briefcase or camera case.
Carry-on baggage and checked-in baggage allowances cannot be combined. If your hand luggage exceeds the stated limits it has to be checked in as registered baggage with payment of excess baggage if any, and the same will be loaded in the cargo compartment. In the event that your total checked-in baggage exceeds the free allowance, an excess baggage charge will be incurred. It is recommended that all valuable articles are only carried in your carry-on baggage. Personal documents, medicines, valuables, mobile phones and laptops should be carried in cabin carry-on baggage.
Level 5 Baggage Screeing - Dubai Airport:
Dubai Airport police have started trials for all airlines in Terminal 1 and 2, where the police reserve the right to remove any prohibited item and passngers will be notified with a generic note placed inside the baggage, guest presence will not be required.
*Transit not allowed
India to UAE
As per the directive received from the COVID-19 Command and Control Centre (CCC) the requirements implemented through the earlier circulars and/or directives with regards to inbound, departing or transit passengers are rescinded with immediate effect. However, the requirement laid down at the intermediate or final destinations of departing and/or transit passengers for the prevention of the spread of the COVID-19 virus need to be followed.
Any passport holder with a single name (word) either in surname or given name will not be accepted by UAE immigration and the passenger will be considered as INAD(Amended Guidelines from NAIC UAE).
Digital COVID-19 Vaccination Certificate (DCVC) for International Travel
Guests are required to generate and access the DCVC prior to their International travel for ease of certificate verification outside India.
To Generate DCVC
To access DCVC
The following categories of guests will be allowed to travel from India to UAE:
Notice regarding NOC/Visa for Nepali Citizens: Nepali citizens travelling to United Arab Emirates via India require an NOC (No Objection Certificate) issued by Nepal Embassy for immigration clearance. They are requested to contact Nepal Embassy with the necessary documents to obtain the NOC.
No GDRFA/ICA approval is required in normal course while traveling to Dubai, however GDRFA approval is necessary if the Residence visa is stamped on expired or old passport while traveling to UAE.
The entry requirements for other Emirates remain the same.
Travel mandates for guests travelling to the UAE from India
(Note : Guests who are less than 12 years old, are exempted from the above criteria.)
Guests travelling via Dubai can obtain a visa on arrival to enter Dubai for a maximum period of fourteen days, provided that they comply with the following:
a. The guest must have a visitor visa or a green card issued by the Unites States or
b. The guest is holding a Residence Permit issued by the United Kingdom or European Union
c. The holders of a valid visa issued by the United States, United Kingdom or European Union with a minimum validity period of six months
*Guests must ensure that they comply with all travel and health requirements of the destination country. If guests are denied entry, they will have to bear the cost of penalty/ deportation.
All guests are required to check the UAE Government Authority Website for the latest updates on travel.
Air India Express has partnered with HTK Medical Centre, Dubai, to make COVID-19 testing easier and hassle-free for its guests.
Air India Express has partnered with THB Global Home Health Care, Dubai for providing RT-PCR tests for Covid-19 on a home/hotel collection basis at discounted rates of AED 125.
Guidelines for international passengers traveling from UAE to India dated 22/10/2022
Passengers with E-Visa are only accepted to travel to only some Indian airports. We request you to visit the FAQs section in https://indianvisaonline.
The following categories of guests will be allowed to travel from UAE to India:
Travel mandates for guests travelling to India from UAE(updated as on 31.03.2022)
Children under 5 years of age are exempted from both pre- and post-arrival
testing. However, if found symptomatic for COVID-19 on arrival or during the
period of self-monitoring period, they shall undergo testing and treated as per
protocol.
We have partnered with NMC Healthcare for guests travelling from the UAE to India to take COVID-19 RT-PCR Test. To find out the cost and NMC Medical Centres/hospitals, click here.
Effective 31st January 2021, a Rapid PCR or Rapid Antigen test will be available at the airport for travelers departing from Dubai if their destination country requires it.
IMPORTANT UPDATE FOR GUESTS BOARDING IX FLIGHTS TO/FROM ABU DHABI
Effective 1000AM (local time Abu Dhabi) on 10 March 2022, all arrivals & departures for Air India Express flights will be from Terminal 1 at Abu Dhabi airport ..
*The travel regulations are changing frequently. Please check the recent information before you travel.
*Passport Information and Contact Details of the guest are mandatory while making bookings.
*Guests must ensure that they comply with all travel and health requirements of the destination country. If guests are denied entry, they will have to bear the cost of penalty/ deportation.
***Effective 22nd May 2021, guests boarding international flights from India should ensure that the test report has a QR code linking to the original report. This is applicable only to those guests who are required to carry a negative RT-PCR test report as per the guidelines/requirements issued by the destination country.
Digital COVID-19 Vaccination Certificate (DCVC) for International Travel
Guests are required to generate and access the DCVC prior to their International travel for ease of certificate verification outside India.
To Generate DCVC
– Login to https://selfregistration.cowin.gov.in/
– Click on “Certificate” >> “International Travel Certificate” >> “Download”
– Enter “DOB” and Passport Number and Submit
To access DCVC
– Login to https://selfregistration.cowin.gov.in/
– Click on “Certificate” >> “International Travel Certificate” >> “Download”
Kindly follow the COVID-19 regulations strictly for your safety and hassle-free travel.
General Information for International Guests
Passport information and Contact Details of the guest are mandatory while making bookings.
Air India Express will not be accepting or taking responsibility for any onward connections on other Carriers/ Airlines. Air India Express is a point to point carrier and does not have an Interline / Codeshare agreement with any other Airlines.
Effective 15.11.2021, foreign nationals intending to visit India for tourism purposes will be allowed to enter India on e-Tourist visa/ Tourist Visa which was issued on/ after 06 October 2021. The tourist Visa/ e-Tourist Visa will have to be utilised within 120 days from the date of issue of such Visa/ ETA and fresh Tourist Visa/ e-Tourist Visa will remain valid for single entry for up to 30 days from the date of entry.
Effective 14th February, guests travelling to India must follow these guidelines
1.Upload a negative COVID-19 RT-PCR report conducted within 72 hrs prior to undertaking the journey
or certificate of completing full primary vaccination schedule of COVID-19 vaccination (Countries list is available on MoHFW Government website mohfw.gov.in and the website of Ministry of External Affairs)
2.Guests shall also submit a declaration with respect to authenticity of the report and will be liable for criminal prosecution, if found otherwise.
3.Give an undertaking on the portal or otherwise to Ministry of Civil Aviation, GoI, through the airline before the journey – that they would abide by the decision of the appropriate government authority to undergo home/ institutional quarantine/ self-health monitoring, as warranted.
4.Only asymptomatic travellers will be allowed to board after thermal screening.
5.All guests are advised to download Aarogya Setu app on their mobile devices.
6.Guests will follow the protocol as below on arrival:
• Guests will be required to undergo a COVID-19 test at random (identified by the officials) at the arrival airport in India at their own expense.
• If tested positive, their samples should be further sent for genomic testing at INSACOG laboratory network and treated/ isolated as per laid down standard protocol.
• All guests will self-monitor their health for next 14 days of arrival.
7.Children under 5 years of age are exempted from both pre- and post-arrival testing. However, if found symptomatic for COVID-19 on arrival or during home quarantine period, they shall undergo testing and treated as per laid down protocol.
List of Countries/Regions in respect of which primary vaccination schedule completion
certificate is allowed to be uploaded(As on 10th February 2022): click here.
The listing of such countries under Category A/ requiring additional measures on arrival into India is available on website mohfw.gov.in.
Guests will be travelling at their own risk and are required to read the terms and conditions of travel carefully before making a reservation. Criteria for travel should also be checked by referring to the conditions on the respective countries regulatory website.
Air India Express will not be responsible if a guest is denied entry into the destination country and they will have to bear the cost of penalty/ deportation if any. Quarantine charges at the time of arrival at the destination will have to be borne by the guest.
At the time of boarding the flight, guests will have to undergo thermal screening as per health protocol. Only asymptomatic guests would be allowed to board the flight.
Guest must ensure that they comply with all travel and health requirements of the destination country. While making a booking on these flights guest accepts the terms and conditions associated with the travel on these flights. Air India Express has no liability for the same.
Click here for FAQs on COVID-19 related travel information
Nepali citizens travelling to Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, United Arab Emirates, Oman, Bahrain, Iraq, Libya and Lebanon via India require an NOC (No Objection Certificate) issued by Nepal Embassy for immigration clearance. They are requested to contact Nepal Embassy with the necessary documents to obtain the NOC.
For Travel Related Updates and downloadable forms for travel between India and UAE, click here.
India to Doha
*Transit not allowed.
As per the latest notification from Qatar Civil Aviation Authority, guests holding Hayya Card do not require Ehteraz prior to their entry into Qatar. However, they can download and install the EHTERAZ application on their mobile phones upon arrival to the country.
All guests travelling from India must:
1. Unvaccinated / Non-Immune Residents/ Qatar Citizens and any GCC Citizens (who are Non-Residents) and Visitors vaccinated / Unvaccinated / Non-Immune must present a negative COVID-19 PCR test report (printed copy) at the Indian departure airport conducted within 48 hours prior to arrival into Qatar. The COVID-19 PCR test should be a validated and certified medical test result in English from an ICMR-accredited laboratory.
2. All guests must download the Ehteraz smartphone application before arrival. They are required to sign an Undertaking and Acknowledgment Form before arrival into Qatar.
Download the Undertaking and Acknowledgement form
3. Non-residents of Qatar who are non-immune/ unvaccinated must register on the Ehteraz website (www.ehteraz.gov.qa) and upload all relevant documents such as vaccine certificate at least 3 days before arrival. EHTERAZ registration/ approval is mandatory for all visitors travelling to Doha on Visa on Arrival.
4. Present pre-confirmed hotel quarantine package from the listed hotels on the Discover Qatar website, Exceptional Entry Permit (printed copies) for applicable guests.
5. Fully vaccinated Residents of Qatar, will be subject to a Rapid antigen test upon arrival in Qatar (at the guest’s expense, no self-tests) for all age groups. Unvaccinated Residents of Qatar will be subject to a home quarantine for 5 days upon arrival in Qatar along with PCR test within 24 hours of arrival, plus Rapid Antigen Test on day 5 of home quarantine (at the guest’s expense, no self-tests) for all all-age groups.
6. Fully vaccinated GCC citizens (non-residents) and visitors with pre-approved and on-arrival visas will be subject to hotel quarantine for 1 day upon arrival in Qatar and a Rapid antigen test will be done on the same day (at the guest’s expense, no self-tests) for all age groups. Unvaccinated GCC citizens (non-residents) with pre-approved and on-arrival visas will be subject to hotel quarantine for 5 days upon arrival in Qatar and a Rapid antigen test will be done on the day 5 (at the guest’s expense, no self-tests) for all age groups.
7.Fully vaccinated Qatar citizens will be subject to a Rapid antigen test upon arrival in Qatar (at the guest’s expense, no self-tests) for all age groups. Unvaccinated citizens will be subject to a home quarantine for 5 days upon arrival in Qatar along with PCR test within 24 hours of arrival, plus Rapid Antigen Test on day 5 of home quarantine (at the guest’s expense, no self-tests) for all all-age groups.
List of MOPH-Qatar approved vaccines: Two doses of AstraZeneca (Covishield / Oxford / Vaxzevria)/ Pfizer-BioNTech (Comirnaty)/ Moderna (SpikeVax) or 1 dose of Jansen / Johnson & Johnson.
List of MOPH-Qatar Conditionally approved vaccines: Two doses of Covaxin/ Sinopharm/ Sinovac/ Sputnik V.
8. Guests travel on Family & Personal Visit Visa must have the following requirements:
i) Valid family visit visa or personal visit visa.
ii) A passport valid for at least 6 Months.
iii) Health insurance for all medical expenses during the visit.
iv) Confirmed return ticket of Air India/ Air India Express valid for 3 months.
v) Guests must possess an international credit/ debit card worth a minimum value of QAR 5000/- (equivalent INR One lakh) to be allowed to travel to Doha. Only valid credit cards and/ or debit cards in the name of the travelling guest or head of the family will be accepted as proof of financial fit.
9. Guests who are fully immunized outside Qatar with a vaccine approved by the Ministry of Public Health of Qatar are required to submit the original vaccine certificate and other supporting documents written in Arabic or English proving that they have obtained the vaccine, as follows:
i) Name of the guest which must match the passport.
ii) Dose dates according to type of the vaccine (one dose for Jansen vaccine and two doses for other vaccines).
iii) Type/ name of the vaccine.
iv) The serial number of the vaccine batch (if any)
10.Indian Nationals travelling to Qatar is eligible for free tourist visa upon arrival for a period of 30 days (which can be extended for a similar period) provided they comply to the following conditions:
i) Valid passport for at least six months
ii) Provide a confirmed return ticket of Air India/ Air India Express and hotel reservation in one of the country’s hotels during the visit period prior departure at the Indian airport.
Effective 14th April 2022, Indian Nationals travelling to Qatar is eligible for free tourist visa upon arrival for a the full period of Confirmed Hotel Reservation in one of the country’s hotels available through Discover Qatar Website only, extendable for a maximum period of 60 days provided they comply to the following conditions:
iii)Unvaccinated medical guests (Resident Permit holders, Qatari nationals and GCC citizens) returning from treatment trips abroad, must submit a health certificate from the Medical Treatment Committee Abroad through pre-registration at www.Ehteraz.gov.qa.
For more details please visit the Qatar MoPH website (https://covid19.moph.gov.qa/EN/travel-and-return-policy/Pages/default.aspx)
11. Unvaccinated children below the age of 12 years travelling with immune or recovered parent(s) will follow the same rules that apply to their parent(s) and are not required to have a pre-travel PCR test but only post-arrival test (Rapid Antigen Test) at the following locations:
a. Citizens and Residents: at any public/private clinic within 24 hours of arrival in Qatar and parent(s) must sign an Undertaking form.
b. GCC Citizens (non-resident) and Visitors: if parent(s) are exempted from quarantine, testing for children will be at the port of entry (airport, land, sea) upon arrival in Qatar; if parent/s are subject to hotel quarantine, testing will be at the quarantine hotel.
Returning Resident Permit holders of Qatar and visitors with personal visit visa issued by Ministry of Interior can travel only after obtaining an Exceptional Entry Permit per guest to Return from Qatar Government Portal, the link provided below: https://portal.www.gov.qa/wps/portal/qsports/services/servicetDetail/exceptionalentrypermittoqatarservice
Non-Qatari guests are exempted from the exceptional entry permit if they are sponsored by a Qatari Company and the owner of the company (Qatari) is travelling with them to Doha on the same flight.
*Guests must ensure that they comply with all travel and health requirements of the destination country. If guests are denied entry, they will have to bear the cost of penalty/ deportation.
Traveler Category Permitted to travel from Qatar to India:
*Transit not allowed.
Category of guests permitted to travel from India to Bahrain:
As per the latest notification from the Ministry of Interior, Bahrain, it is mandatory for all Visit Visa guests to have the following prior check-in:
Travel compliance for guests prior travelling to Bahrain:
For more details please visit the Bahrain MoH website- https://healthalert.gov.bh/
Category of guests permitted to travel from Bahrain to India:
*Guests must ensure that they comply with all travel and health requirements of the destination country. If guests are denied entry, they will have to bear the cost of penalty/ deportation.
*Transit not allowed.
All health travel procedures and requirements related to the COVI-19 pandemic is cancelled. Normal procedures applied prior to the pandemic will be implemented.
*Guests must ensure that they comply with all travel and health requirements of the destination country. If guests are denied entry, they will have to bear the cost of penalty/ deportation.
*Transit not allowed.
Riyadh: Terminal Change Alert
Effective 12th December 2022,12 PM (local time), all Air India Express flights will arrive at and depart from Terminal 2 of King Khalid International Airport, Riyadh.
Travel compliance for the guests prior traveling to Saudi Arabia:
Guests travelling to perform Hajj are advised to comply with the following measures:
*Guests must ensure that they comply with all travel and health requirements of the destination country. If guests are denied entry, they will have to bear the cost of penalty/ deportation.
*As per the latest notification from GACA, Saudi Arabia, guests who do not possess MRTD passport or who are holding travel documents issued manually for extending the validity of the passport will not be allowed to board the aircraft for travel to Saudi Arabia.
*Transit not allowed
1. Fully vaccinated guests do not require any entry approvals and need not apply for a Vaccinated Travel Pass (VTP) or Air Travel Pass (ATP) for entry into Singapore.
2. Guests who are not Singapore citizens or permanent residents or long term pass holders between 13 and 17 years old would be required to apply for an Entry Approval, including Non Malaysian male work permit holders in the construction, marine and process sectors
Guest Requirements for travelling to Singapore
1. All guests will also need to present an acceptable proof of vaccination for verification at check in and immigration on arrival. All vaccination certificates, regardless of place of issuance and whether digitally verifiable or not, will be accepted as proof of vaccination. Children 12 years old and below are exempt from the vaccination requirement
2. Unvaccinated guests flying to Singapore will be required to serve a 7 day Stay Home Notice (SHN) upon arrival in Singapore, and complete a mandatory COVID 19 PCR test before the end of the SHN
3. All guests are strongly encouraged to submit the SG Arrival Card (SGAC), within 3 days before the date of arrival in Singapore and present their SGAC acknowledgment email with any relevant supporting documentation at check in for their flight to Singapore. Please note that the physical arrival card (white card) is no longer accepted. There are three sections on the SGAC to be completed
i. Personal Particulars
ii. Vaccination status, including the submission of proof of vaccination for those who are vaccinated outside Singapore. Those vaccinated in Singapore do not need to upload their proof of vaccination
iii. Health declaration
4. For information about entry to Singapore, please refer to Safe Travel website
Covid-19 Testing Requirements
1. Present a valid Negative COVID-19 PCR Test / ART report taken within 48 hours of departure administered by a professional. The test memo must be in English from a laboratory which is internationally accredited or recognized by the Indian authorities. The test memo must have name, date of birth, nationality and passport number of the guest as indicated in his/ her passport, the date that the test was taken (sample/ swab collection must be within the approved window of 48 hours) and the test result.
Children aged 2 years and below (as of calendar year) are exempted from these tests.
2. COVID 19 PCR and ART test requirement does not apply to:
i. Guests aged 2 years old and below in the calendar year
ii. Fully vaccinated guests have a positive COVID 19 PCR test or professionally administered ART result taken between 7 and 90 days before the scheduled date of departure of the flight to Singapore must present a valid COVID 19 certificate or proof (not handwritten) in English or translated to English:
A. Medical discharge memo issued by the relevant state authority or licensed medical professional, OR
B. Result of a positive COVID 19 PCR Test administered at an internationally accredited or recognized lab/clinic/medical facility; OR
C. Result of a positive antigen rapid test (ART) administered by a trained professional
D. States their name, and at least one other personal identifier such as the date of birth or passport number matching the information on their passport used for entry into Singapore
E. States their date of infection or the discharge date, which must be between 7 and 90 days before the scheduled date of departure for the flight to Singapore
iii. Guests who are unvaccinated or partially vaccinated who can present a positive COVID 19 PCR test or professionally administered ART result taken between 14 and 90 days before the scheduled date of departure of the flight to Singapore or a discharge letter that
A. States their name, and at least one other personal identifier such as the date of birth or passport number matching the information on their passport used for entry into Singapore
B. States their date of infection or the discharge date, which must be between 14 and 90 days before the scheduled date of departure for the flight to Singapore
C. Is issued by a relevant state authority or licensed medical professional
iv. Guests who have been given an exemption by a relevant Singapore government agency
v. If you present symptoms on arrival, you may be required to take a COVID 19 test. Each antigen rapid test (ART) administered will cost SGD 30, while each COVID 19 PCR test will cost SGD 138
Vaccination Requirements
1. Guests vaccinated in Singapore can present their vaccination status in any of the accepted formats.
a. Vaccination certificate
b. Vaccination status as shown in the HealthHub or TraceTogether app
2. For guests vaccinated outside of Singapore, any of the following proof of vaccination formats will be accepted.
a. Digitally verifiable vaccination certificate; OR
b. Vaccination certificate with the following details in English, or translated to English with notarization
i. Name (as per travel document used for entry)
ii. At least one other personal identifier, e.g. date of birth or passport number (per travel document used for entry)
iii. Country of vaccination
iv. Name of vaccine(s) administered, i.e., different name for different types of vaccines
v. Vaccinate date(s)
3. The vaccination requirements for entry do not apply to guests below 18 years old at the time of arrival. Unvaccinated guests between 13 years old and 17 years old can enter without proof of vaccination provided they complete the full vaccination regimen within two months after they arrive in Singapore.
4. Pass holders who cannot be vaccinated due to special considerations will be issued with an exemption letter by a Singapore Government Agency and must present this at check-in.
5. All work pass holders, Student’s Pass holders, their dependents, and holders of an In Principle Approval (IPA) letter must be fully vaccinated to enter Singapore.
6. From 1 February 2022, 00:01 (Singapore time), all Work Pass holders, Student’s Pass holders and their dependents, and holders of an In Principle Approval (IPA) letter entering Singapore must present one of the following proofs of vaccination at check-in.
a. an acceptance letter issued by the Safe Travel Office (STO) confirming that the guest’s vaccination certificate has been verified using the Vaccination Check Portal or
b. an electronic or physical copy of a vaccination certificate, which states the following
i. Guest’s name as stated on the passport
ii. At least 1 other personal identifier (e.g. date of birth or passport number), corresponding exactly with the information in the guest’s passport used for entry into Singapore
iii. Country of vaccination
iv. Name of vaccine(s) administered (if more than 1 dose, the name of each vaccine administered) and
v. Vaccination date(s) (if more than 1 dose, the date each dose was administered). Guests must complete their vaccination at least 14 days before entering Singapore
7. Vaccination status updated on Health Hub or TraceTogether App.
Unvaccinated Guests
1. Unvaccinated guests flying to Singapore will be required to serve a 7 day Stay Home Notice (SHN) on arrival and stay within their SHN accommodation and complete a mandatory COVID 19 PCR test before the end of the SHN. Place of accommodation may include:
i. Place of residence; OR
ii. Serviced apartment; OR
iii. Hotel of choice
Additional Requirements
1. All guests entering Singapore, must mandatorily submit an electronic Singapore Arrival Card with Health Declaration (eHDC). Click here visit to complete the health declaration and please ensure the following
a. the date of eHDC submission is within the three days prior to the scheduled date of arrival in Singapore
b. the identification details of the guest correspond to the details in the eHDC
2. All seamen are required to hold these 3 documents: In Principal Approval (IPA) issued by ICA, Maritime and Port Authority (MPA) Approval Letter and a Letter of Guarantee (LG) issued by the shipping company
3. Families travelling under the SC/PR ties lane will have to get the approval ICA ALE letter
4. From 17 March 2022, 2359hrs (SGT), the following documents are required to request entry approval for cruise crew
a. Singapore Tourism Board’s (STB) and CA’s sign on letter (specifying either Quantum of the Seas, Spectrum of the Seas, World Dream under the title “In Principle Approval for Foreign Seamen to Sign On”)
b. The application must include the cruise crew’s negative pre departure test result or a valid proof of recovery and their vaccination status
5. All guests are required to install and activate the TraceTogether mobile application. Guests 6 years old and below and guests who are unable to use a mobile device due to a certified disability/special need can obtain a TraceTogether token after arrival in Singapore
6. Age is calculated based on calendar year. If a guest is entering Singapore in 2021, those born in or after 2004 are not required to present documentary proof of vaccination
7. Effective 31st March,2022, 2359Hrs (Singapore Time) short-term visitors who are fully vaccinated will no longer be required to have travel insurance for their COVID-19 related medical treatment and hospitalization costs for entry into Singapore
Guests entering Singapore must comply with Singapore’s public health and immigration requirements as specified by the Immigration and Checkpoints Authority on its website at safetravel.ica.gov.sg.
Visit www.moh.gov.sg/covid-19 for more details about the requirements of travel. Guests may check the Embassy’s website or Facebook regularly for new updates on the requirements: https://hcisingapore.gov.in or https://m.facebook.com/IndiaInSingapore
Click here for more information on Safe Travel arrangements for arrival or departure.
*Guests must ensure that they comply with all travel and health requirements of the destination country. If guests are denied entry, they will have to bear the cost of penalty/ deportation.
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