What do foreigners do when ‘Omicron’ invades the country?
Date 02 Dec 2021 time 19:10
Shine on foreign measures when faced with omicron
United States of America
• Found a patient with COVID-19 Omicron species in California He had a history of traveling from South Africa to the US on Nov. 22 and tested positive on Nov. 29.
• The US government said it would strengthen testing measures for those entering the US. To prevent the spread of COVID-19 Omicron species by trying not to close schools and businesses
• By requiring all inbound travelers to show a negative test result no later than 1 day before travelling. regardless of country of citizenship and whether or not vaccinated which will come into effect next week.
• Originally required for non-US citizens entering the country who received full doses of vaccination. A negative test result must be made no later than 3 days prior to travel. But for those who have not been vaccinated, such as citizens from countries with limited vaccination. Must have a negative test result no later than 1 day prior to travel.
• As the government continues to enforce masks while traveling by plane or other public transportation, Until March 18, anyone who violates this will face a fine of $500 to $3,000.
• Ready to expand booster vaccination to stimulate immunity. as well as proactive home inspections free of charge
• The United States has suspended inbound tourists from eight southern African countries. After finding a patient with COVID-19 Omicron species in the area
France
• The infected person returned from Nigeria. Haven’t been vaccinated and have no symptoms. It was tested on arrival in France on Nov. 25. Family members found the virus as well, but it was not confirmed whether it was an Omicron strain or not.
• Another case of Omicron was previously found on Reunion Island. who came from South Africa
• However, France to allow inbound flights from southern Africa again. but only for French and EU passengers They must be tested on arrival and quarantine for 7 days if they test negative and 10 days if they test positive.
Germany
• Strict measures are expected to be imposed on people who have not been vaccinated soon. To prevent the spread of COVID-19 After the number of infected people in the country has skyrocketed. and found infected with Omicron strain
• By Current Prime Minister Angela Merkel will discuss future Prime Minister Olaf Scholz and 16 state leaders on measures to limit some activities for those who are not vaccinated. except for accessing important places like grocery stores or pharmacy, etc.
• as well as discuss compulsory vaccination measures. and limiting the number of people in certain activities such as football matches But avoiding the use of lockdown measures in order to prevent economic recovery.
• While the vaccination rate in Germany is still below 70%, it is lower than other countries. in Europe like Portugal and Ireland
South Korea
• Found a patient with COVID-19 Omicron strain of 5 cases, while the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issued measures to force all travelers from abroad. Both South Koreans and foreign nationals are required to self-isolate for 10 days upon arrival in South Korea regardless of whether they have received the vaccine or not. which will come into effect on 3 Dec.
• South Korean citizens or residents of South Korea can self-isolate at home. Foreigners must detain themselves in places provided by the state. This measure will be effective for at least 14 days.
Japan
• Previously, it seemed that all airlines would suspend inbound flight bookings from all countries for one month to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Omicron species But most recently, the said order was changed to facilitate Japanese people who wish to return to the country.
• In addition, Japan found a new case of COVID-19. The Omicron strain shortly after Prime Minister Fumio Kishida announced it would reintroduce strict measures. by banning foreigners from all countries due to fears of the spread of COVID-19 Omicron species
India
• Two cases of Omicron virus were found in the southern state of Karnataka. which is accelerating the investigation of the disease and monitoring the infection of all close contacts
• India previously had plans to resume commercial international flights on Dec. 15, but on Wednesday it canceled that plan and said a new schedule would be announced soon. The government recommends that states increase the detection of infection
Canada
• Be the first country in North America to see a case of COVID-19. Omicron species So far, at least 6 patients have been found.
• Health officials say their strategy is to try to prevent the omicron strain from entering Canada through travel bans from South Africa, Botswana, Eswatini, Lesotho, Mozambique, Namibia and Zimbabwe, initially in effect. This applies until Jan. 31. Canadians arriving from the aforementioned areas must be tested prior to travel and self-isolate for 14 days upon arrival in Canada.
Italy
• On November 25, Italy found a case of COVID-19. The first omicron case strain So far, there are at least 9 patients.
• Italian authorities have banned travelers from seven South African countries for two weeks following an outbreak of omicron. For people traveling there in the last 2 weeks must inform the authorities. get tested for infection and quarantine for 10 days and test again for infection
Israel
• It is the first country to completely close its borders in response to the new species. On November 28, it was reported that Israel would ban all foreigners from entering the country.
• Currently, there are patients with Covid-19. At least 4 Omicron strains
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