Kuwait requires COVID-19 health certificates from PHL travelers

Kuwait has mandated that travelers from the Philippines and nine other countries must present a health certificate confirming they are free from COVID-19 prior to entry.

The directive was issued by Kuwait's Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) and will take effect on March 8.

This health certificate must be issued by medical centers approved by the Kuwaiti Embassy or, in their absence, by the health authorities of the respective countries.

Travelers unable to provide the required certificate will be denied entry into Kuwait and will be deported on the same carrier at the airline's expense.

Airline companies that fail to comply with this new regulation will face fines.

Kuwaiti citizens are exempt from this requirement, but will still undergo standard health examination procedures upon arrival at Kuwait International Airport.