{"id":3087,"date":"2022-04-26T10:08:19","date_gmt":"2022-04-26T02:08:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.sg\/blog\/?p=3087"},"modified":"2022-04-26T10:08:19","modified_gmt":"2022-04-26T02:08:19","slug":"new-covid-restrictions-in-singapore","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.sg\/blog\/new-covid-restrictions-in-singapore\/","title":{"rendered":"New COVID Restrictions in Singapore: What You Should Know"},"content":{"rendered":"

As the number of COVID-19 cases drop and stabilize, Singapore takes strides towards normalcy. The Disease Outbreak Response System Condition (DORSCON) level will be changed to Yellow starting today (April 26, 2022). Expect to see more restrictions lifted and employees returning back to the office soon. In this Pacific Prime Singapore<\/a> article, we\u2019ll go over what you should know about the new COVID restrictions in Singapore.<\/p>\n

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1. Singapore group size limit removed<\/h2>\n

It\u2019s no longer a requirement to keep to a group size of 10<\/a> for mask-off activities from April 26. Likewise, there\u2019s no cap on the number of unique visitors per household. Large events with more than 1,000 participants that require masks to be worn are no longer subject to a capacity limit as well.<\/p>\n

Note that the Singapore group size limit remains for nightlife establishments where there is dancing as the Ministry of Health believes that physical proximity carries greater health risks. Social distancing requirements will also be lifted.<\/p>\n

2. Masks are mandatory indoors, but not outdoors<\/h2>\n

Perhaps just in time for summer, masks are now optional outdoors. However, they are still required indoors in places outside their homes, including on public transport.<\/p>\n

While masks are no longer compulsory outdoors, it remains highly encouraged in crowded settings by the Ministry of Health.<\/p>\n

3. Back to work arrangements<\/h2>\n

All workers may return to the workplace from April 26. As an exception to the mask-on requirement for indoor settings, employees are allowed to remove their masks when they are not serving clients in person or interacting physically with others.<\/p>\n

To put it simply, you may leave your mask off at your own cubicle or workstation. Otherwise, maintain a safe distance from colleagues when you\u2019re not wearing your mask. Employers are also encouraged to retain flexible work arrangements to help employees avoid peak traffic.<\/p>\n

4. Pre-departure test not necessary if fully vaccinated<\/h2>\n

Fully vaccinated travelers and non-fully vaccinated children below 12 years of age do not need to take the pre-departure test on exiting Singapore. On the other hand, entry requirements for non-fully vaccinated travelers aged 13 and up remain unchanged, which are as follows:<\/p>\n