Covid-19: Current information on the entry from the Czech Republic to Saudi Arabia
18.10.2021 / 10:14 | Aktualizováno: 23.03.2022 / 09:31
We warn all travelers that the only competent authorities to provide information on entry into Kingdom of Saudi Arabia are the Saudi authorities, not least in view of the often changing conditions of entry depending on the pandemic situation in the country.
Entry is open to those passengers who hold:
- a valid residence permit (iqama) with a valid entry and exit visa
- business
- work visa
- tourist visa
Travelers are reminded that the type of visa must match the actual purpose of the trip. In no case is it possible to use a tourist visa for a business trip.
We also warn that direct entry into Saudi Arabia is not possible from the following countries (this also applies to transfers): Libya, Syria, Lebanon, Iran, Turkey, Armenia, Somalia, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Venezuela, Belarus
All foreigners entering Saudi Arabia must:
- register 72 hours before arrival in the country on the portal https://muqeem.sa/#/vaccine-registration/home
- install the "Tawakkalna" application on your mobile phone
- present valid health insurance covering also covid-19, including quarantine measures (only in case of a short-stay visa)
Passengers who have been fully vaccinated with one of the KSA-recognized vaccines (Pfizer / BioNTech, AstraZeneca, Moderna and Johnson & Johnson, Sinopharm and Sinovac) and the second dose of the vaccine has been obtained at least 14 days before entering the country must register their vaccine no later than 72 hours before the trip. certificate on the website https://muqeem.sa/#/vaccine-registration/home. This obligation does not apply to persons under 18 years of age. The original vaccination certificate must be provided with a higher verification and be carried with you at the entrance check. The information will be entered into the Tawakkalna application. In case of 2 doses the vaccination certificate is valid for 8 months since the application on 2nd dose.
Unvaccinated passengers (including residents with a residence card - iqama) as of 5.3.2022 the obligation to undergo a PCR test and an institutional quarantine was canceled.
- register 72 hours before arrival to the country on the portal https://muqeem.sa/#/vaccine-registration/home
- install the "Tawakkalna" application on your mobile phone
- present valid health insurance covering also covid-19, including quarantine measures (only in case of a short-stay visa)
According to the decision of the Ministry of Health, this measure does not apply to diplomats and their families, official visits, air crew and medical personnel. Contact your air carrier for more information.
Summary information is available on the Saudia website https://www.saudia.com/before-flying/travel-information/travel-requirements-by-international-station
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