Travel restrictions tightened for flights arriving in Denmark from airports in two Arab cities: test or fine
As part of the Danish health authorities’ efforts to limit and delay the spread of the new variant Omikron, stricter testing requirements will be applied when it comes to travel to Denmark.
Under the new rule, all passengers arriving from two major Gulf airports will be required to undergo a coronavirus test upon arrival in Denmark, and isolation rules will be tightened, according to the Ministry of Health.
This condition currently applies to travelers arriving from Doha Airport and Dubai Airport, and if the person refuses to take the test, they will face a fine.
Doha Airport and Dubai Airport were chosen because they are the two main airports where travelers from South Africa stop during transit, as they are considered a hub for travelers from South Africa.
The announcement of the highly contagious Omicron variant caused disruptions worldwide. Several countries tightened restrictions and imposed entry bans from South Africa and neighboring countries.
In Denmark, isolation and testing requirements have been tightened for travelers who were in a country classified as “red” at the time of their stay or entry within ten days prior to entering Denmark.
On November 27, ten countries were classified as red, including South Africa and all countries that share a border with South Africa. Two days later, the three African countries of Angola, Malawi and Zambia were added to the red list.
