Coronavirus: Travellers from South Korea to serve 14-day SHN at dedicated facilities instead of own homes from Aug 29

Coronavirus: Travellers from South Korea to serve 14-day stay-home notices at dedicated facilities instead of their own homes from Aug 29

SINGAPORE - The Ministry of Health on Wednesday announced updated border measures for travellers arriving from South Korea.

They will also need to undergo a Covid-19 test before the end of the SHN, as is the current requirement, the ministry said.

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