Who are Exempted from Quarantine Requirements in Qatar?
Who are Exempted from Quarantine Requirements in Qatar? There are exemptions on Qatar’s quarantine requirements from the Ministry of Public health (MOPH); continue reading…
The Ministry of Public Health (MoPH) said That fully vaccinated people are exempted from quarantine requirements following travel abroad and the following exposure to a COVID-19 positive case.
Dr. Abdullatif Al Khal, Chair of the National Health Strategic Group on COVID-19 and Head of Infectious Diseases at Hamad Medical Corporation, added that:
To qualify for quarantine exemption, 14 days must have passed after receiving the second dose and a negative PCR test is required on return to Qatar following travel or following exposure. The quarantine exemption is valid for a period of three months, starting 14 days after the second dose, and this may be extended in the future with the availability of more clinical evidence. The exemption does not currently apply to people vaccinated in other countries.
The Quarantine exemption criteria are:
- 14 days must have passed after receiving the second dose, and a negative PCR test is required on return to Qatar following travel or following exposure.
- The quarantine exemption is valid for a period of three months, starting 14 days after the second dose, and this may be extended in the future with the availability of more clinical evidence.
- The exemption does not currently apply to people vaccinated in other countries.
Primary Health Care Corporation (PHCC), under the supervision of the Ministry of Public Health (MOPH), the vaccination center on their first phase of vaccination will focus on School administration staff and teachers, in addition to members of the public who meet the eligibility criteria and other essential workers.
Summary
Qatar’s quarantine exemptions are only applicable to Qatar’s citizens and residents who are fully vaccinated. However, it does not apply to people vaccinated in other countries.
The Exemption requirements are valid only for three months, starting after the 14 days of receiving the second dose of vaccine.
If you are traveling to Qatar, a Negative PCR test result is required.
Covid-19 Precautionary measures
And as always, please adhere to the Covid-19 precautionary measures implemented by the authority.
- Always wear your facemask, especially going out
- Keep your Ehteraz installed on your mobile
- Wash your hands regularly
- avoid gatherings and crowded places
- if you’re having any symptoms of Covid-19, please immediately go to the nearest hospital for a check-up
Read more Updates on Covid-19 in Qatar as of 19th February 2021
You can Download the Ehteraz app on this link if you don’t have one for android mobile.
Please always visit the MOPH website for regular updates on the Covid-19 status in the country.
