On Wednesday, the nation’s health ministry issued a statement.
Prior to the start of the World Cup next month, Qatar will no longer require Covid-19 tests, the nation’s health ministry has announced. The Lusail Stadium, a venue for the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 (PA)
The Ministry of Public Health (MoPH) said on Wednesday that travellers would no longer need to provide a positive PCR or fast antigen test result before entering the nation.
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The MoPH further advised visitors to “take routine precautionary measures to decrease the risk of illness,” including receiving a complete Covid-19 immunisation.
They also highlighted maintaining a healthy lifestyle, getting tested if exhibiting Covid symptoms, and performing routine hand hygiene as “needs” in their statement.
According to the MoPH, the decision to stop administering Covid tests to visitors was made by the country’s Council of Ministers as a result of “the number of Covid-19 cases continuing to diminish worldwide and in Qatar.”
The revised instructions will take effect on November 1st.
The World Cup organisers had stated in September that visitors must have a negative Covid-19 test upon arrival.
All visitors must download the Ehteraz government-run phone app, which tracks people’s whereabouts and health status, according to the organisers’ earlier statements.
The new guidelines were released on the same day that James Cleverly, the foreign secretary, faced criticism for saying that LGBT soccer fans travelling to Qatar for the World Cup should be “respectful of the host nation.”
The host of Match of the Day, Gary Lineker, tweeted in response to Mr. Cleverly’s remarks: “Whatever you do, don’t do anything Gay. That’s the message, right?