An official source in the Saudi Ministry of Interior stated that, in accordance with the continuous follow-up to the epidemiological situation locally and globally, and follow-up regarding any epidemiological risks, and based on what the competent authorities have submitted regarding the measures taken by the Kingdom in the face of the Corona virus (Covid 19) and developments in this regard, and for the purpose of preserving health. the public; The following has been decided:

First: For citizens to leave outside the Kingdom, it is required to take the (third) booster dose of the (Covid-19) vaccine for those who have spent (three) months from receiving the second dose, with the exception of age groups who are less than (16) years old, or groups excluded according to What appears in the application (Tawakkalna).

Second: All arrivals to the Kingdom, including citizens, regardless of their immunization status, are required to submit a negative result for an approved PCR examination or an approved rapid antigen test for the Coronavirus (COVID-19 Antigen Test) within (48) hours from the date of departure to the Kingdom. Or entry to it, with the exception of those under (8) years old, taking into account the regulations of countries of origin related to HIV analysis procedures for children.

Third: Citizens whose results show that they are infected with the Corona virus are allowed to come to or enter the Kingdom - after the period below has passed - without the need for re-examination:

1- (seven) days from the date of taking the positive sample for those who completed receiving the approved vaccine doses in the Kingdom.

2- (Ten) days from the date of taking the positive sample for those who did not complete receiving the approved vaccine doses in the Kingdom.

This will be done as of one o’clock in the morning on Wednesday 08/7/1443 AH corresponding to 9/02/2022 AD.

The source stressed the need for everyone to adhere to the precautionary measures, preventive measures and approved health protocols, and to expedite the completion of the approved vaccine doses.