The Manila airport in the Philippines has been reopened since May, and it is the main airport in the capital and the international gateway to the Philippines. The prevention and control of the epidemic has made the airport's testing slightly different from the required information, what are the latest adjustments? The official release of information to share with you.
Introduction of Airport Epidemic Control MeasuresIn order to prevent the spread of the new coronavirus, the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) in Manila recently issued a travel protocol reminder to respond to questions from people at home and abroad.
1. Passengers must wear masks when entering the Manila airport
Passengers must wear masks when entering the airport. If you do not have a mask, you may purchase one from the airport staff. Medical masks and washable masks are sold at the airport but in limited quantities. In addition, Manila airport staff will wear personal protective equipment (PPE) as directed by the Quarantine Bureau.
2. Travelers must undergo a mandatory temperature check
As in the country, a temperature check is mandatory. Travelers are subject to infrared temperature guns to check their temperature when they enter the airport building or nearby vehicles and checkpoints.
3. Travelers must comply with social distance rules
Socialdistancing
rules apply to all queuing situations. Passengers waiting for a flight have a single seat policy, which means that a seat is left empty in the middle. In order to maintain a safe social distance for those waiting in line, Manila Airport has yellow waiting lines on the floor. In addition, all check-in counters and service desks in the Manila Airport terminal are stocked with sanitizer.
4. Passengers must undergo non-contact security screening
Manila International Airport currently uses non-contact security instruments such as X-ray devices, portable scanners, portable metal detectors, etc. for screening.
In the new standard travel guide for Manila airports, security personnel will only resort to inspections that require physical contact in "unusual or emergency situations".
5. Passengers allowed to enter airport only with same-day tickets
Manila airport is limiting the number of travelers by limiting the number of passengers allowed to enter the terminal to those with same-day tickets. At this time, Manila airport officials have not yet mentioned how to accommodate eve passengers scheduled to fly late at night or early in the morning.
Passengers are required to have valid boarding documents, such as a valid e-ticket and reservation. People who are not boarding are prohibited from entering the terminal, except for airport staff.
6. Manila Airport facilities will be sanitized regularly
Manila Airport facilities will be sanitized regularly. These include air bridges, baggage carriers, check-in counters and immigration desks. and frequently touched areas such as X-ray screening equipment, baggage racks, check-in desks, and wheelchairs. Aside from daily cleaning, the restrooms at the Manila airport are also equipped with hand-washing hand sanitizer, disinfectant, hand dryers, and toilet paper. Keep in mind that most public **** places in the Philippines will not be equipped with paper towels.
7. Persons entering the airport are required to pass through sanitizing mats
The Manila Airport Authority is equipped with sanitizing mats at all entrances and exits of the airport. This is to sanitize passengers and airport personnel entering and leaving the airport. The disinfectant mats disinfect shoes and prevent viruses from invading.
8. Various informational posters are posted throughout the airport
Posters on preventive measures against New Crown Pneumonia are posted in major places in the Manila Airport Terminal Building, as well as on informational bulletin boards, and flash reports on the outbreak are issued, as well as other health-related guidelines.
Travelers can also check out these new normal travel guidelines as well as safety measures for Manila Airport through the official Manila Airport social media pages.
9. Passengers are required to fill out a contact tracking form
All arriving and departing passengers are required to fill out an electronic health declaration as well as a passenger locator form. Travelers are required to fill in information such as their place of residence, contact information, and possible symptoms of illness. It is therefore recommended that you arrive at the airport early to allow sufficient time to complete these forms to prevent delays in boarding.
Finally
While most areas in the Philippines have now lifted the heightened community quarantine, the outbreak is not yet completely over, with many areas only moving from heightened community quarantine to general community quarantine. Various checkpoints have still not been removed, so it is important for everyone to comply with the local quarantine defense policy if they are going to the Philippines
People allowed to enter the PhilippinesThe Ninoy Aquino International Airport reiterates that in accordance with the existing guidelines and with the approval of the Inter-Agency Working Group, the general community quarantine conducted in Metro Manila, where the international airport is located, allows for the entry of Philippines for passengers who are: Filipino citizens; Filipino spouses and dependents of foreigners; and foreign diplomats.
Arrival Protocol
Upon arrival, all passengers will be subjected to the RTPCRCovid
19 test, which will be conducted by trained personnel of the Quarantine Bureau. While awaiting test results, passengers must stay at a government-designated quarantine facility or BOQ-approved quarantine hotel.
Accommodation Fees
Meanwhile, the cost of accommodation at the Philippine government-designated quarantine hotels shall be paid in accordance with the following principles:
1. Costs of OFWs (Overseas Filipino Workers) shall be borne by the Bureau of Overseas Employee Welfare (BOOW);
2. In the case of marine vessels, the cost shall be borne by the Shipping Industry Authority or the Local Matching Agencies;
3. All non-ofws (Filipinos or OFWs) shall be responsible for their own lodging expenses.
After the test
Travelers with positive test results will be transferred to designated hospitals for further medical management.
Travelers who test negative will be allowed to leave and undergo a 14-day quarantine at home or at an appropriate local monitoring facility.
One-Stop Shop Hotline
For more details on the new requirements and related matters, call the Philippine Telegraphic Government's One-Stop Shop Hotline at +639161019964.
Persons allowed to leave the Philippines
In addition The Ninoy Aquino International Airport also announced that persons authorized to leave the Philippines are as follows: foreign nationals (foreign passport holders); permanent residents of destination countries; overseas Filipino workers of destination countries; and returning Filipino students with return visas.