Cruise port calls halted as part of new restrictions announced

13 Mar 2020 / Singapore

Singapore is ceasing port calls for all cruise ships with immediate effect, as part of new restrictions announced to prevent and control the spread of COVID-19.

It will also block entry or transit for visitors with travel history to Italy, France, Spain and Germany within the last 14 days, effective from 11.59pm on Sunday 15 March.

Singapore citizens, permanent residents and long-term pass holders who travelled to Italy, France, Spain and Germany within the last 14 days will be issued with a Stay-Home Notice.

With immediate effect, all visitors entering Singapore with fever or symptoms of respiratory illness will also be issued with a 14-day Stay-Home Notice, regardless of their travel history.

For further details and updates, as well as information about operations in Singapore, contact GAC Singapore at [email protected]

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