Qatar imposes entry ban vs. PH, 13 other countries

The Philippine Embassy in Doha advised Filipinos to take note of the said travel ban which takes effect beginning March 9. (Pexels photo)

MANILA – The Qatar government on Monday imposed a temporary entry ban on travelers from 14 countries, including the Philippines, as the 2019 coronavirus disease (Covid-19) continues to spread worldwide.

The Philippine Embassy in Doha advised Filipinos to take note of the said travel ban which takes effect beginning March 9.

All Doha-bound passengers who traveled to the following countries in the last 14 days are covered:

• Philippines
• Bangladesh
• China
• Egypt
• India
• Iran
• Iraq
• South Korea
• Lebanon
• Nepal
• Pakistan
• Sri Lanka
• Syria
• Thailand

In a statement dated March 8, the Qatari government said the step comes in line with its effort to take all necessary preventive measures to limit the spread of the Covid-19.

“The decision affects all individuals intending to enter from these countries, including visas upon arrival, those with a residence or work permit, and temporary visitors,” it said.