COVID-19

: COVID-19; Posted On Wednesday, 18 May 2022 00:00

Latest updates on COVID-19

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For Japanese - Latest Updates in Maldives

Negative PCR testing for inbound and/or outbound travel to and from the Maldives (except for travelers whose destination countries requires negative PCR), as well as for domestic travel is NO LONGER required. However, even with the said ease, it is recommended that all travelers except for Maldivians and Tourists undertake a PCR test for Covid-19 between 3-5 days of arrival into the Maldives. If an individual is found to be symptomatic upon arrival into the Maldives, they may undergo an antigen test as per the circular of Ministry of Tourism

Ministry of Tourism

We work in partnership with the industry and the community to shape an inclusive, diversified and dynamic tourism landscape.

www.tourism.gov.mv

Immigration Maldives

All travellers travelling to Maldives are required to submit a self-declarative health declaration within 96 hours prior their departure to Maldives.

https://imuga.immigration.gov.mv/ethd

Maldives Tourism

Updates on VisitMaldives website, including Tentative Resort Opening Dates

https://visitmaldives.com/en

See you soon video: https://bit.ly/2VbrOVu

Maldives Ministry of Tourism

Information on tourism-related updates and regulations

https://www.tourism.gov.mv

Guidelines video: https://bit.ly/2VbrOVu

Maldives Civil Aviation Authority

Important notices for those planning to travel to Maldives.

The latest air transport circulars providing rules for passengers, airlines and aircraft operators operating to Maldives.

https://www.caa.gov.mv/rules-and-regulations/air-transport-circulars

Embassy of Japan in Male’

Information and contact of Japanese Embassy in Male’

https://www.mv.emb-japan.go.jp/itprtop_ja/index.html

For Maldivians - Latest Updates in Japan

The Embassy requests all Maldivians in Japan and South Korea to register at the Embassy

https://maldivesembassy.jp/index.php/en/consular-services/for-maldivians/eregister

Consular Section, Embassy of Japan in Maldives

Provides information on visa and travel for Maldivians traveling to Japan

https://www.mv.emb-japan.go.jp/itpr_ja/00_000042.html

Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare of Japan

Preventive Measures

Japanese Government advices to follow basic hygiene practices. It is important to wash your hands frequently and to cover your mouth and nose with a tissue, or with the crook of your arm if a tissue is unavailable, when coughing or sneezing to prevent infection, just as you do for the common cold or the flu. We strongly recommend everyday preventive actions to help keep the virus from spreading.

More info: https://www.mhlw.go.jp/stf/seisakunitsuite/bunya/newpage_00032.html

Guidelines for Consultation from Japanese Government

If you have any symptoms, please call the consultation center for potential exposure to COVID-19 assigned for your district. Please also let the consultation center know if you are a senior citizen or have an underlying disease, and you have had symptoms for about two days.

If the consultation center suspects that you have been infected with the virus, the center will refer you to a medical institution with services for people with potential exposure to COVID-19. Please visit the medical institution, wearing a facemask, and refrain from using public transportation.

More info: https://www.mhlw.go.jp/stf/seisakunitsuite/bunya/newpage_00032.html

What if you do not speak Japanese?

In general, check the website of the prefecture or municipality that you are in. If there is no information available contact JNTO

Japan National Tourism Organisation (JNTO)

The Japan National Tourism Organization (JNTO) operates a visitor hotline 24 hours. Call for tourist info or assistance in case of accidents and emergencies including novel coronavirus(COVID-19). Support is available in English.

From Japan: 050-3816-2787

From Overseas: +81-50-3816-2787

Chatbot (in case of emergencies only):https://webchat.bebot.io/JapanNationalTourismOrganization

(available 24 hours every day, including holidays).

Local Government in English

Tokyo metropolitan area

Contact Himawari at 03-5285-8181 (available 9 am to 8pm every day, including holidays)

Tokyo Metropolitan Government:

https://www.metro.tokyo.lg.jp/english/topics/2020/0128_00.html

Osaka

Contact The Osaka International House Foundation at 05-6773-6533 (available 9am to 7pm) weekdays and 9am to 5:30pm on weekends and holidays)

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