KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia will reopen its borders to international travellers starting April 1, says Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob on Tuesday (March 8).
The Prime Minister said visitors, as well as Malaysian returnees, who are fully vaccinated are not required to undergo quarantine upon arrival.
They, however, must undergo a RT-PCR test two days before departure and a rapid test (RTK) upon arrival.
As for travellers who have not been fully vaccinated, Ismail Sabri said the entry procedures will be explained by Health Minister Khairy Jamaluddin on Wednesday (March 9).
“As part of our “Transitioning to Endemicity” phase, the government has decided to reopen the country’s borders from April 1.
“This move will revive the country’s economy, especially the tourism industry that has been heavily affected by the pandemic.
“The decision is made based on science and current facts related to Covid-19, as well as the reopening of borders in other countries. Read more
