Planning A Vacation? List Of Asian Countries That Are Open To Foreign Travel; Check Conditions Of Stay

Here is the list of Asian countries that are reopening in phases after coronavirus-induced lockdown:

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After the pandemic of Covid-19 gripped the world, almost every nation on the planet imposed lockdown to contain the spread of the deadly disease. As the contagious disease spread from person to person, the countries sealed off their borders as part of the rigorous lockdown. With the coronavirus curve seen to flatten a bit, many countries across the world have already started reopening for tourists. Also, different nations have imposed different guidelines on safety and social distancing for incoming tourists. For example, England had been allowing quarantine-free entry to people from 60 low-risk nations, excluding India. People from other nations will have to book a COVID-19 test before boarding the flight. Bali too reopened recently for local businesses, and a prayer session was arranged for the same. Here is the list of Asian countries that are reopening in phases after coronavirus-induced lockdown:

• Taiwan- Taiwan was highly effective in handling the coronavirus situation has reopened borders for travelers. In order to travel into the country, one must apply by taking special entry permissions for reasons beyond normal tourism or social visits. People who will be granted permission need to show a coronavirus negative report. The date of the test has to be within 72 hours of boarding their flight, Also, mandatory quarantine of 14 days is required after entering the country.

 

• Thailand- One of the most popular holiday destinations for the Indians. The Thai Country opened up its borders but not for tourism. Visitors are required to get special certificates of entry and need a negative Covid-19 test report 72 hours from the departure or serve a quarantine period of 14 days.

 

• Philippines- Now, foreign nationals can enter the country only if they have Filipino family members with them. They have to stay in quarantine for 14 days. The Philippines was the second Southeast Asian nation after Indonesia, to be worst-hit by the coronavirus.

 

• The Maldives- The island country of Maldives was reopened to outsides on July 15. Upon arriving at the island, one will have to stay in one particular resort or hotel. They have to fill out a self-declaration form on arrival. They do not necessarily need to quarantine themselves, but if anyone shows symptoms, the person will have to take a COVID-19 test.

 

• Turkey- The Asian-European country had opened up its hotels, restaurants, and museums by June 1. The nation had lifted all travel restrictions by mid-June. It was one of the first countries to reopen for international travel. People visiting the country have to undergo thermal screening at the airport. No quarantine is required after entering Turkey.

 

• United Arab Emirates (DUBAI) - The UAE opened up its borders from July 7, upon arrival visitors are required to install the “Dubai Health” application on their phones. The Indian Premier League (IPL) is being played in the country.

 

• Seychelles- The country opened to tourists in August, people from Austria, Canada, China, Cyprus, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Germany, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Malaysia, Mauritius, Monaco, New Zealand, Norway, Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, South Korea, Sri Lanka, Switzerland, Thailand, and the United Arab Emirates can visit the country. Travelers will need to provide a negative PCR test within 72 hours of arrival or go through an antigen test upon arrival.

 

• Uzbekistan-The central Asian country resumed international flights by June 15. Also, various tourist spots have opened up and the visitors will have to follow the guidelines of safety and hygiene. Also, if someone gets COVID-19 after arriving in Uzbekistan, the government will give up to $3,000 (₹224812.50) to cover medical expenses.

 

• Singapore- Singapore is allowing entry of passengers holding Safe Travel Pass for essential business and official travel, under the Green/Fast Lane arrangements. Till now, only China got approval for the arrangement. However, the Changi airport in Singapore is allowing New Zealand and Australian nationals to land at the airport for connecting flights.

 

• Cambodia- The land of the Angkor Wat temple, opened up its border in May. But all incoming travelers need to deposit a sum of $3,000 ( ₹224812.50) while entering the nation. The amount will cover the charges of the coronavirus tests taken at the government facility within three days of their arrival, the quarantine charges, and the treatment charges of the coronavirus positive patients.