We advised in our Client Alert on December 13, that this isolation period can be shortened to 10 days for individuals that will complete the following steps:
1. Register with the Ministry of Health via the online form or through the Health Center Line upon arrival.
2. Undergo a PCR test for COVID-19 as soon as possible after entering isolation.
3. Undergo a second PCR test for COVID-19 from the 9th day after the entry into Israel, and at least 24 hours after the first PCR test.
4. If both tests are negative, a notification will be sent to the individual (in a text message or by phone). The notification is required for exit from the quarantine after 10 days.
The “all red” countries decision came as a result of the Ministry’s estimation that there will be a high-volumetraveler arriving in Israel who are infected by the Coronavirus during December. As the Ministry’s decision is highly controversial, several political parties may try to get this decision revoked until it’s execution.
Foreign nationals planning to arrive from green countries are strongly encouraged to complete their travel to Israel before December 27, to avoid the need for mandatory isolation.
Note: It is not clear yet what will be the impact on isolation requirements on those who travel to Israel for up to 7 days of work or 4 days for a business trip that was in some cases exempted from Isolation through a specially designated process.
