The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Trade and Commerce wishes to update the general public that Cabinet, on Friday, 6th March, 2020, has taken the following decisions in relation to COVID-19 pandemic.

1. Cabinet granted approval for persons with a travel history which includes Iran to be quarantined for fourteen (14) days.

2. Approval was granted to continue quarantine requirements for persons with a travel history that includes the following countries, for 14 days: China, South Korea and Italy.

3. Approval was granted to discontinue quarantine requirements for persons traveling from the following countries: Singapore, Hong Kong and Japan.

4. Approval was granted to implement active surveillance of persons with a travel history that includes countries with a travel history that includes countries with community transmission.

5. Quarantine of non-residents will be at a cost of the traveler.

6. Social distancing and limits on mass gatherings will be considered.

7. Non-essential travel is not advised at this time.

Stay tuned for more updates on travel restrictions and screening procedures throughout Saint Vincent and the Grenadines.

SOURCE: Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Commerce and Trade