MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine government has agreed to shorten the quarantine period for inbound travelers who are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. ADVERTISEMENTStarting Oct. 8, fully vaccinated travelers from “green” or “yellow” list countries need only to undergo facility-based quarantine until the release of their negative COVID-19 swab test results which will be taken on their fifth day, Presidential spokesperson Harry Roque said on Friday. After which they will be required to undergo home quarantine until their 10th day of isolation. If the tests turn negative, they will then be required to undergo home quarantine until their 14th day. According to previous guidelines of the IATF, inbound travelers from countries classified under the “green list” qualify for seven-day facility-based quarantine instead of 10 days.

Source: Philippine Daily Inquirer October 08, 2021 04:13 UTC