After almost two years of closed borders and one of the strict
approaches to the pandemic in the world, New Zealand has set its
official reopening date of 30 April 2022 for fully vaccinated
international travellers.
According
to Reuters, the Covid-19 Response Minister Chris Hipkins announced in a
news conference earlier today that fully vaccinated international
travellers would be allowed to enter the country, provided they
self-isolate for seven days upon arrival and be tested negative prior to
departure and upon arrival.
Travellers can self-isolate wherever they choose, instead of staying in state quarantine facilities.
Additionally, vaccinated New Zealanders and those who hold New
Zealand residence visas who are living in Australia can now enter New
Zealand beginning 16 January. The same two groups living in other
countries will be allowed to return beginning 13 February.
"A phased approach to reconnecting with the world is the safest
approach to ensure risk is carefully managed," Chris Hipkins said in the
announcement. "This reduces any potential impacts on vulnerable
communities and the New Zealand health system."
New Zealand, according to Our World in Data, has recorded 10,610
positive coronavirus cases, and 40 deaths. Of the entire population,
69.2% of the population has been fully vaccinated.
Source: TravelPulse