India Ends Requirement Of RT-PCR On Arrival Of Passengers From 11 Countries

India's health ministry has issued updated guidelines for all international arrivals and has simplified the screening process for countries that have mutual recognition of vaccination certificates. The new guidelines will come into effect from October 25.

As per the latest revised guidelines, passengers are mandatorily required to have an RT-PCR report showing samples tested negative to board an international flight to India.

Fully vaccinated passengers from 11 countries with which India has mutual recognition agreements will not be required to undergo RT-PCR tests on arrival.

List of Countries For Which India Ends Requirement Of RT-PCR On Arrival

1. Armenia
2. Belarus
3. Belgium
4. France
5. Germany
6. Hungary
7. Lebanon
8. Nepal
9. Serbia
10. Ukraine
11. United Kingdom

Passengers traveling from the above countries, if fully vaccinated (at least 15 days prior to the day of travel), are allowed to leave the airport and self-monitor their health for 14 days after arrival will be given.

However, before boarding, they will be required to upload a negative RT-PCR test report and vaccination certificate on the Air Suvidha portal.

In addition, travelers arriving in India must also submit a declaration on the authenticity of the report and are found to be liable for criminal prosecution if found.

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