Public Advisory: Updates on Travel Restrictions Imposed upon Filipino Travelers

PASAY CITY 05 October 2020 — The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) reports that South Africa has lifted its inbound travel restrictions, including on Filipino travelers, subject to medical protocols.

Moreover, the DFA clarifies that Alert Level 4 (Mandatory Repatriation Phase) and the POEA deployment ban on OFWs going to Iraq are still enforced.

Meanwhile, previous information on travel restrictions for other countries and regions across the globe remain the same.

The DFA continues to remind the public that information contained in the infographics is subject to change without prior and sufficient public notice. It is always best, therefore, to check ahead of travel dates with airlines, as well as with relevant Embassies or Consulates before booking a ticket and before departure. END