iSavta | 23.01.2022

Do you plan to travel home from abroad amidst the COVID scare? Is it worth the risk?

Omicron has totally shifted the way people travel all over again. Just when the world is starting to open its borders again, COVID regulations tightened, and international flights have also been prohibited.

Even though studies have revealed that the Omicron strain seems to be less serious compared to earlier variants, scientists still believe that the spread of Omicron would overload the global healthcare systems because of a higher number of cases. This is why people are strongly recommended to follow all travel guidelines to have a healthy and safe visit in all countries.

With this latest health scare, should you still travel home from overseas?

 

Can You Travel Internationally Now?

At this time, experts advise against all nonessential international and domestic travel. It includes travel to areas that currently don’t have a lot of cases.

Most public health authorities and governments have also advised against nonessential forms of travel. They also implemented restrictions on international arrivals and departures. This means that you might have a difficult time exiting or entering your destination.

To know the restrictions that are in place, you might want to refer to the national health authority and government of your country and the government of your destination.

 

What Should You Do If You are Currently Abroad?

If you are abroad right now, it is highly recommended that you adhere to the advice and recommendations of your home government and travel home at the soonest time possible. You might want to register with your home government and embassy to get alerts.

Many countries have been implementing restrictions on international departures and arrivals. As a result, most airlines have started to reduce and cancel flights, with some airlines even opting to ground all their planes. With more new measures put in place, you might have a harder time returning home from abroad in the next few days or weeks.

 

What Should You Do If You are Returning to Your Home Country?

Returning travelers might want to refer to their national and local health authorities for assistance. Public health authorities all over the world are encouraging returning travelers to isolate themselves for a minimum of 14 days once they get back home.

Most of the persons who have been infected by the virus only show mild symptoms. This is the reason why it is imperative to practice self-isolation even when you feel well.

See to it that you also take the necessary steps as recommended by the public health authority to seek advice from your workplace, child’s school, or school about self-isolation if you are traveling from abroad.

 

Do Your Part in Preventing the Spread of COVID-19 in Your Community

This pandemic has shown that everyone needs to play their part to ensure other people’s health and safety. While you might want to be with your family, don’t forget the risks involved. Always take the necessary precautions to keep yourself and your whole family safe from the virus.