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Nov. 26, 2021

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[Japanese travelers} Resuming travel to the Philippines (2)

(4) The following applies, and it is considered that the patient has been completely vaccinated against the new COVID-19 coronavirus.
A. In the case of the type of vaccination twice, those who have passed 2 weeks or more after taking the second dose. B. In the case of the type of vaccination of 1 time, those who have passed 2 weeks or more after taking the vaccine. Vaccines shall use one of the following:
(I) A vaccine issued by the Philippine Food and Drug Administration with an emergency use authorization or a special permit.
(Ii) Vaccines on the World Health Organization (WHO) Emergency Use List.

(5) The following inspection and quarantine rules must be observed at all customs clearance points.
A. Show a negative result of PCR test performed within 72 hours before departure from the country of departure. B. After arrival in the Philippines, isolation at the facility or PCR test at the time of arrival is not required, but the arrival date is the first day. Self-monitoring (watching and watching your symptoms and situation) for symptoms until the 14th day.
C. The inspection and quarantine rules for minors shall be in accordance with the inspection and quarantine rules for parents / guardians traveling together, regardless of the vaccination status of minors or the country of departure.

(6) Rules for unvaccinated travelers from "green" countries / regions / jurisdictions (arrival) if vaccinated but do not comply with the pre-travel PCR requirements It is necessary to quarantine at the facility until the negative result of the PCR test performed on the 5th day, with the first day as the first day, and then perform the home quarantine until the 14th day with the arrival date as the first day.) And.

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Nov. 26, 2021

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[Japanese travelers} Resuming travel to the Philippines (1)

On November 25, the Philippine government will be fully vaccinated between December 1st and December 15th, and travelers with nationality of a country that does not require a visa will be subject to all of the following conditions: Announced that if you meet, you will be allowed to enter the country without a visa.
(Note) Japan is designated as a country where you can enter and stay in the Philippines within 30 days without a visa.

(1) The passport you have is valid for at least 6 months when you enter the Philippines, and you must have a return ticket to return to your country of departure or a one-way ticket to your next destination country.

(2) Stay only in "green" countries / jurisdictions / regions for 14 days before arriving in the Philippines. However, if you arrive in the Philippines from a "green" country / region / jurisdiction through another country / region / jurisdiction, if you are staying only in the airport within that country / region / jurisdiction. Also, if the Immigration Bureau does not permit entry into such a country / region / jurisdiction, it is not considered to have come from or have been to that country / region / jurisdiction.
(Note) Japan's "green" country / region / jurisdiction designation is currently until November 30, and has not been announced after December 1, so it cannot be said that there is no possibility of change. So please be aware of the latest information.

(3) Have the following vaccination certificate for COVID-19 recognized under the Cheong Wa Dae and Inter-Ministry Task Force (IATF) regulations on emerging infectious diseases.
A World Health Organization (WHO) Vaccination and International Vaccination Certificate a VaxCertPH
C. Unless otherwise authorized by the IATF, a digital certificate of a foreign government that has accepted VaxCert PH under mutual agreement (Note) The new corona vaccine certificate issued by the Government of Japan (including local governments) is 11 in the Philippines. Approved from 11th of March.

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Nov. 17, 2021

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November 13 The Philippine Government has announced alert levels for COVID-19 compliance through November 30.

"Alert level 4"
From 17th November ・ Region 5 (Bicol region): Catanduanes

"Alert level 3"
A. From November 15th ・ Cordilliera Administrative Region (CAR): Baguio City ・ Region 7 (Central Visayas Region): Siquijor Province

B. From November 17 ・ Region 2 (Cagayan Valley region): Batanes, Quirino, Nueva Vizcaya ・ Region 9 (Zamboanga Peninsula region): Isabela, Zamboanga city

"Alert level 2"
Immediately ・ Region 1 (Ilocos region): South Ilocos, La Unyon, Pangasinan, Dagpan, North Ilocos ・ Region 8 (East Biliran): Tacloban, South Leyte, Samar (West Samar) ), Olmock, East Samar, North Samar, Leyte, Biliran / Region 12 (Soksagen Region): South Kotabato, Sarangani, General Santos, Sultan Kudarat, Cotabato (Northern Cotabato)

B. From November 15 ・ Manila Metropolitan Area ・ Region 3 (Central Luzon Region): Nueva Ejiha, Bataan, Aurora, Pampanga, Bukidnon, Tarlac, Sanvales, Orongapo, Angeles ・ Region 4A (Calabarson region): Rizal, Cavite, Laguna, Batangas, Keson, Lucena City / Region 6 (West Visaya region): Davao City, Iloilo City, West Negros, Capiz, Antique, Akran, Iloilo City, Gimalas Region / Region 7 (Central Visaya Region): East Negros Province, Laprapu City, Cebu City, Mandaue City, Cebu Province, Bukidnon Region / Region 10 (Northern Mindanao Region): Cagayan de Oro City, West Misamis State, North Lanao, Bukidnon, Kamigin, East Misamis, Iligan City / Region 11 (Davao Region): North Davao, Davao de Oro, West Davao, Davao, South Davao, East Davao state

C. From November 17 ・ Region 2 (Cagayan Valley region): Santiago, Cagayan, Isabela ・ Region 5 (Bikor region): Albay, Solsogon, Naga, South Camarines, North Camarines, Masbate・ Region 9 (Samboanga Peninsula): North Santiago, Santiago Sibugay, South Santiago

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Nov. 13, 2021

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On November 11, the Philippine government approved the new Corona vaccination certificate issued in nine countries including Japan (Australia, Czech Republic, Georgia, India, Japan, Netherlands, United Kingdom, Turkey and Samoa). , Officially announced.

As a result, vaccination has been completely completed in Japan, and the "New Corona Vaccination Certificate for Overseas Travel" issued by each municipality, or the "For Japanese residents abroad" implemented at Haneda Airport and Narita Airport. Those who travel or enter the Philippines after obtaining an immunity passport from the "New Coronavirus Vaccination Project" will be subject to the quarantine rules for fully vaccinated travelers.


The rules for travelers entering from a "green" country / jurisdiction / region are as follows:
(1) Fully vaccinated foreign travelers are required to obtain a PCR test certificate within 72 hours before leaving the country of departure. After arrival, isolation at the facility is not required, and self-monitoring (observing and monitoring one's own symptoms and situation) will be carried out until the 14th day, starting from the day of arrival.
(2) Travelers who have not been vaccinated, who have been partially vaccinated, or whose effectiveness and credibility of the vaccination status cannot be verified / confirmed, and who have been completely vaccinated but departed. Travelers who do not comply with the requirements for PCR testing within the previous 72 hours must be quarantined at the facility until they receive a negative PCR test on the 5th day from the date of arrival. After that, it is necessary to carry out self-monitoring until the 14th day, with the arrival date as the first day.
Foreigners are required to book accommodation in advance for at least 6 days.
(3) Unvaccinated, partially vaccinated minors traveling with fully vaccinated parents or guardians must comply with quarantine rules for vaccination status. There is. Parents / guardians shall accompany minors in the quarantine during the entire quarantine period in the latter quarantine.

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Manila

Nov. 8, 2021

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On November 4, the Philippine government announced that from November 5th to November 21st, the alert level for COVID-19 compliance in Metro Manila (NCR) will be "Level 2".
However, the alert level after December 1, 2021 will be determined on the 15th and 30th of each month. Also, alert level changes can be made at any time and will take place after the two-week evaluation period ends.

2. It was also announced that the content of the "Guidelines for Pilot Implementation of Alert Level Systems for COVID-19 Response" regarding the movement of persons permitted under all alert levels will be amended as follows.

・ PART I, SECTION [4] 1. (Alert level 3)
Each alert level / quarantine measures Movement within and between areas is permitted, but may be restricted by the Local Government (LGU). However, the movement of persons under the age of 18 and those at high risk of infection is permitted to purchase essential products or to persons in occupations permitted in accordance with labor laws and regulations.
Outdoor exercise is also permitted for all age groups, regardless of complications or vaccination status.

・ PART I, SECTION [5] 1. (Alert level 2)
Each alert level / quarantine measures Movement within and between areas is permitted, but may be restricted by the LGU.

・ PART I, SECTION [6] 1. (Alert level 1)
Each alert level / quarantine measures Movement within and between regions is permitted regardless of age or complications.

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Oct. 30, 2021

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■ Proof of new coronavirus vaccination status when entering the Philippines

A) If an overseas Filipino worker (OFW) and his spouse, parents, and / or children traveling with him are vaccinated in the Philippines or abroad, (ii) be vaccinated domestically or abroad. In the case of non-OFW (iii) For foreigners vaccinated in the Philippines:
Either a VaxCertPH digital vaccination certificate, an international vaccination certificate (ICV) issued by the Quarantine Authority / World Health Organization (WHO), or a national digital certificate of a foreign government that has accepted VaxCertPH under mutual agreement. mosquito.

B. For foreigners who have been vaccinated overseas:
An ICV issued by WHO, or a national digital certificate of a foreign government that has accepted VaxCert PH under mutual agreement.

On October 29, the Embassy of Japan in the Philippines announced that "On October 28, the Philippine government will approve the museum to validate the new Corona Vaccine Certificate issued by the Government of Japan from October 27. Was notified (not announced). "

As a result, vaccination has been completely completed in Japan, and the "New Corona Vaccination Certificate for Overseas Travel" issued by each municipality, or the "New Corona Vaccination Certificate for Japanese Residents Overseas" implemented at Haneda Airport and Narita Airport. Those who travel or enter the Philippines after obtaining an immunity passport from the Corona Vaccine Virus Vaccination Business will be subject to the quarantine protocol for fully vaccinated travelers.

* Complete entry from the Philippines entry protocol "Yellow" country / jurisdiction / region (Japan corresponds to "Yellow" country / jurisdiction / region) for travelers who have the "New Corona Vaccination Certificate for Overseas Travel" Vaccinated travelers must be quarantined at the facility from the date of arrival until they receive a negative PCR test on the 5th day (6 days, accommodation must be booked in advance). After that, it is necessary to quarantine at home until the 10th day, with the arrival date as the first day. Symptom monitoring during facility quarantine is strictly carried out by the Philippine Quarantine Authority (BOQ).

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Oct. 30, 2021

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On October 28, the Philippine government announced that it would extend or change the alert level after November 1. [3]

(2) Areas that impose "General Community Isolation Measures (GCQ)" from November 1st to November 30th

・ Cordilliera Administrative Area (CAR): Ifugao, Benget, Apayao, Karinga ・ Region 1 (Ilocos Region): South Ilocos Region, Dagpan City ・ Region 2 (Cagayan Valley Region): Butuan City ・ Region 4B (Mimaropa Region) ): Occidental Mindoro, Oriental Mindoro, Puerto Princesa, Parawan / Region 5 (Bikor Region): Albay, Naga, Northern Cagayanes / Region 8 (East Visaya Region): Tacroban City / Region 9 (Zamboanga Peninsula region): Zamboanga del Norte, North Samboanga province, South Samboanga province / region 12 (Soksagen region): General Santos City, Sarangani province, Kotabato province, South Kotabat province / region 13 (Karaga region): North Agusan State, South Agusan, North Surigao, South Surigao, Butuan City, Dina Gat Islands Bansamoro Autonomous Region (BARMM): Kotabato City, South Lanao

(3) Areas that impose "Modified and Enhanced Community Isolation Measures (MECQ)" from November 1st to November 15th

・ Cordilliera Administrative Region (CAR): Mountain Province / Region 5 (Bicol Region): Catanduanes Province / Region 9 (Zamboanga Peninsula Region): Zamboanga City

(4) Areas that impose "General Community Isolation Measures (GCQ) with Tightened Restrictions" from November 1st to November 30th

・ Cordilliera Administrative Region (CAR): Abra State ・ Region 2 (Cagayan Valley Area): Cagayan State, Isabela State, Santiago City, Nueva Vizcaya State, Quirino State

* The restrictions that will be strengthened will be the same as before (see https://www.ph.emb-japa… 2).

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Oct. 30, 2021

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On October 28, the Philippine government announced that it would extend or change the alert level after November 1. [2]

(4) In addition, the following conditions must be met in order to ensure that the target area is sufficiently safe even if it reaches "alert level 1".

A Vaccination priority A2 (all elderly), A3 (comorbidities) categories, and a complete vaccination rate of at least 70% of the population of the vaccinated subject.
B. It is necessary to grant Safety Seal Certification based on the Safety Seal Certification Program to the target number of facilities that can be identified based on the 3C (Closed, Crowded, Close Contact) principle within each local government (LGU).



2. In addition, it announced that the community isolation measures in various parts of the Philippines after November will be extended or changed as follows.
(1) Areas that impose "general modified community quarantine measures (MGCQ)" from November 1st to November 30th

・ Region 1 (Ilocos region): La Unyon, North Ilocos, Pangasinan ・ Region 4B (Mimaropa region): Malinduk, Romblon ・ Region 5 (Biliran): South Kamarines, Masbate, Solsogon ・Region 8 (East Visaya Region): Biliran, Leyte, South Leyte, East Samal, North Samal, Samal, Olmock City / Region 12 (Soksagen Region): Sultan, Kudarat, Bangsamoro Autonomous Region (BARMM) : Biliran, Ilocos Region, Maguindanao, Romblon, Tawitawi

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Oct. 30, 2021

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On October 28, the Philippine government announced that it would extend or change the alert level after November 1. [1]

1 On October 28, the Philippine government announced that it would extend or change the alert level for COVID-19 compliance after November 1 as follows.
(1) Areas that impose "alert level 4" until November 14th

・ Region 3 (Central Luzon region): Aurora State ・ Region 6 (West Visayas region): Bacolod City ・ Region 7 (Central Visayas region): Negros Oriental ・ Region 11 (Davao Region): West Davao Region

(2) Areas that impose "alert level 3" until November 14th

・ Cordilliera Administrative Region (CAR): Baguio City ・ Region 3 (Central Luzon Region): Bataan Province, Manila Metropolitan Area (NCR)
・ Region 4A (Calabarson region): Cavite, Laguna, Rizal ・ Region 6 (West Visayas region): Iloilo City ・ Region 7 (Central Visayas region): Sikihall province ・ Region 10 (Northern Mindanao region): Northern Lanao del Norte・ Region 11 (Davao Region): Davao City, Northern Mindanao

(3) Areas that impose "alert level 2" until November 14th

・ Region 3 (Central Luzon Region): Angeles, Bulacan, Nueva Ejiha, Orongapo, Pampanga, Tarlac ・ Region 4A (Carabarson Region): Batangas, Keson, Lucena ・ Region 6 (West Visaya) Region): Aklan, Antique, Capiz, Guimaras, Iligan, West Negros / Region 7 (Central Visaya Region): Bohor, Cebu, Laprapu, Mandaue, Cebu / Region 10 (Northern Mindanao) Region): Bukidnon, Cagayan de Oro, Kamigin, Iligan, West Misamis, East Misamis / Region 11 (Davao Region): Davao de Oro, South Davao, East Davao

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Oct. 26, 2021

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The Government of the Philippines has announced that it will expand the piloting area of the alert level system that had been set for Metro Manila (NCR) since October 20th.

The following will be pilot areas for the expanded alert level system throughout the Philippines until October 31st.

(1) Regions / Regions 7 (Central Visayas Region) that impose "alert level 4" until October 31: Negros Oriental / Region 11 (Davao Region): West Davao Region

(2) Region / Region 4A (Calabarzon Region) that imposes "alert level 3" until October 31: Cavite, Laguna, Rizal / Region 7 (Central Visayas): Siquijor / Region 11 (Davao Region) : Davao City, Northern Davao

(3) Regions / Regions 4A (Calabarson Region) that impose "Alert Level 2" until October 31: Batangas, Quezon, Lucena City / Region 7 (Central Visayas Region): Bohor, Cebu, Lapu Lapu, Mandaue City, Cebu City / Region 11 (Davao Region): Davao de Oro, South Davao, East Davao

(4) Regarding the criteria for designation as "alert level 1", the categories of vaccination priorities A2 (elderly) and A3 (previously ill), and at least the population of vaccinated subjects It was added that 70% had completed complete vaccination.

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Oct. 14, 2021

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Metro Manila (NCR) alert level 3 relaxed, community quarantine measures across the Philippines (3)

(4) Areas that impose "General Community Isolation Measures (GCQ) with Tightened Restrictions" from October 16th to October 31st

・ Cordilliera Administrative Region (CAR): Abra, Davao Region ・ Region 1 (Ilocos Region): South Ilocos Region, Pangasinan Province ・ Region 2 (Cagayan Valley Region): Cagayan, Isabella, Santiago, Nueva Viskaya, Kirino Region / Region 4A (Carabarson Region): Keson Province, Butuan City Region 6 (West Visaya Region): Davao Region, Capiz Province / Region 7 (Central Visaya Region): Laprapu City, East Negros Region, Bohor State / Region 9 (Samboanga Peninsula Region): South Samboanga Province / Region 10 (Northern Mindanao Region): East Misamis Region, Cagayan de Oro City / Region 11 (Davao Region): North Davao Region, West Davao Region, Davao de Oro Region・ Region 13 (Davao Region): Butuan City, Southern Mindanao * The restrictions to be strengthened will be the same as last time (https://www.ph.emb-japa…). See .html 2).

■ Infection status as of October 13, 2021 (nationwide in the Philippines)

Total number of infected people: 2,690,455 (7,181 newly infected people)
Total number of recoverers: 2,567,975 Total number of deaths: 40,069

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Oct. 14, 2021

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Metro Manila (NCR) alert level 3 relaxed, community quarantine measures across the Philippines (2)

(2) Areas that impose "General Community Isolation Measures (GCQ)" from October 16th to October 31st

・ Cordilliera Administrative Area (CAR): Ifugao, Benget State / Region 1 (Ilocos Region): Northern Ilocos Region, Davao Region / Region 3 (Central Luzon Region): Tarlac State / Region 4A (Calabarson Region): Lucena City / Region 4B (Mimaropa region): Occidental Mindoro, Oriental Mindoro, Puerto Princesa, Malinduk / Region 5 (Bikor region): Albay, Northern Kamarines / Region 6 (West Visaya region): Aklan, Antique State, Guimaras, West Negros, Ilocos Region, Iligan Region / Region 7 (Central Visaya Region): Cebu City, Cebu Province, Mandaue City, Shikihall Province / Region 8 (East Visaya Region): Tacroban City / Region 9 (Samboanga) Peninsula Region): Samboanga Shibugai Region / Region 10 (Northern Mindoro Region): West Misamis Region, Iligan City / Region 11 (Davao Region): Davao City, East Davao Region, South Davao Region / Region 12 (Soksagen Region): General・ Santos City, Sultan Kudarat, Sarangani, Cotabato, South Kotabato ・ Region 13 (Karaga Region): North Agusan, South Agusan, North Surigao, Dinagat Islands / Bansamoro Autonomous Region (BARMM): Kotabato , South Lanao

(3) Areas that impose "Modified and Enhanced Community Isolation Measures (MECQ)" from October 16th to October 31st

・ Cordilliera Administrative Region (CAR): Apayao, Karinga / Region 2 (Cagayan Valley Region): Batanes / Region 3 (Central Luzon Region): Bulacan, Batan / Region 4A (Calabarzon Region): Cavite, Rizal State, Laguna / Region 5 (Bicol region): Naga City / Region 9 (Samboanga Peninsula region): Samboanga City, North Samboanga Province