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Automatic exceptional entry permit upon departure for Qatar residents traveling abroad | With effect from Sunday, 29-November

Automatic exceptional entry permit upon departure for Qatar residents traveling abroad | With effect from Sunday, 29th November 2020

In a statement announced by Government Communications Office (GCO) on 26th November 2020, it has been announced that in continuation of the procedures for gradually lifting the coronavirus restrictions imposed in the State of Qatar and based on health indicators in Qatar and internationally, and on previously announced Qatar’s travel policy, following are the changes made to the exceptional entry permit

For Residents currently in Qatar:

  • Automatic exceptional entry permits will be issued upon departure to residents who are currently in Qatar and wish to travel outside Qatar and return.
  • Residents or their employer can obtain copy of the exceptional entry permit from the Ministry of Interior’s website
  • Exceptional entry permit will now be available automatically upon resident’s exit (departure) from Qatar

For Residents currently outside of Qatar:

  • Automatic exceptional entry permit will not be available for residents who are currently outside the state of Qatar
  • Residents outside Qatar when they return to Qatar must apply for the exceptional return permit via Qatar e-governmental Portal

Quarantine Procedure:

  • Irrespective of the destination, Quarantine period will be for 1 week for those who return to the state of Qatar
  • Home quarantine will be permitted for those who arrive from countries with low risk of COVID 19 listed under “Green List” by the Ministry of Public Health’s (MoPH). Click here to find “Green List” countries.
  • Hotel quarantine for all those who arrive from countries which are not listed under “Green List”
  • For those who use shared quarantine facilities, quarantine period will be for two weeks.

The decision is based on national and international epidemiology statistics.

COVID-19 Test:

  • A Coronavirus (Covid-19) test will be conducted upon arrival if the traveler has not taken a test 48 hours before arriving in Doha by one of the Ministry of Public Health’s accredited COVID-19 testing Centers
  • On the 6th day from the date of arrival to Doha, a second Coronavirus (Covid-19) test will be conducted.
  • Until the results of the second Coronavirus (Covid-19) test is obtained, the Ehteraz app status will continue to remain yellow

These decisions will come into effect from 29th (Sunday) of November 2020. To know more visit the Ministry of Public Health’s website.

Source: GCO Qatar

 

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November 27, 2020 Comments (0)

Swab test for passengers on sixth day after arrival | The Ministry of Public Health

Swab test for passengers on sixth day after arrival | The Ministry of Public Health

The Ministry of Public Health has clarified that passengers coming from low-risk countries will have to undergo a swab test on the sixth day after arriving in Doha. It said that Ehteraz status will be yellow till they complete their seven-day quarantine and get a negative result in the swab test.

“They (Passengers from low-risk countries) must perform a swab test on day six and their Ehteraz status will not turn green until day seven after the swab test has been performed and a negative result has been verified,” the Ministry said on its social media pages. “Please note that returning passengers cannot have the swab test earlier than day six,” the Ministry added.

The Ministry added that this process helps to reduce the risk of returning travellers bringing the virus back into Qatar and passing it on to other members of the community. In the latest list of low risk countries, the Ministry has included 41 countries.

As per the travel policy announced by the Government Communications Office, arrivals to Qatar from low-risk countries are required to take a COVID-19 test upon arrival at the airport, and to sign a formal pledge to adhere to quarantine at home for a week, noting that the traveller’s status on the Ehteraz application will be yellow, which means that they are required to quarantine.

If there are accredited COVID-19 testing centres in one of these low-risk countries, obtaining a COVID-19 free certificate from one of these centres exempts the traveller from taking the test at the airport on arrival in the country, provided that the date of obtaining the certificate does not exceed 48 hours before travelling.

These passengers are also required to undergo a seven day home quarantine upon arrival. If the result of a test done on the sixth day is positive, the traveller will be transferred to isolation, and if it is negative, the quarantine period ends at the end of that week and the traveller’s status on the Ehteraz application will change to green.

Source: thepeninsulaqatar

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September 13, 2020 Comments (0)

Exceptional Entry Permit application is open on Qatar Portal

Exceptional Entry Permit application is open on Qatar Portal

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Due to COVID-19 restrictions and temporary ban on international flights many Qatar Residents who are currently struck outside Qatar couldn’t return back to Qatar. Exceptional Entry Permit is a temporary service which helps residents of Qatar who wish to return back can apply to enter Qatar.

Exceptional Entry Permit to Qatar has gone live on the Qatar Portal Website, The Peninsula Qatar recently posted. 

Since yesterday (1st of Aug 2020) application has gone live on https://portal.www.gov.qa/wps/portal/qsports/home It is a welcoming news for many residents who are waiting to return to Qatar to meet their family and / or to get back their work.

Exceptional Entry Permit service allows applications to be submitted under two types.

  • For Qatar Residents and Citizens (You need to enter your Qatar ID number and your personal mobile number)
  • For Visitors and Business Representatives (Have to provide the email and number before proceeding to add personal details)

Steps to Request Exceptional Entry Permit:

  • Create a new account on Qatar Portal or Log in to your existing account (if available).
  • Click on “Apply for Exceptional Entry Permit”.
  • Read terms and conditions and prepare all required attachments before starting the application.
  • Enter the application page and fill in the required information correctly and completely as shown in the passport.
  • Enter your email correctly to receive approval on your application.
  • Print permit after approval and keep a copy of it and a copy of the quarantine undertaking to be presented to airport officials.

Source: The Peninsula Qatar | Image Credit:Qatar Portal

16000 will also continue to provide a 24/7 call centre service for all enquiries in relation to the COVID-19. 

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August 2, 2020 Comments (2)

Wearing face masks outside home made compulsory in Qatar | Violators will be fined up to QR 200,000

Wearing face masks outside home made compulsory in Qatar | Violators will be fined up to QR 200,000

Effective from 17th May 2020 (Sunday) Qatar has made it compulsory to wear face masks when you are outside home. Qatar has take many measures to fights against the spread of deadly coronavirus, COVID-19. As a part of that, Qatar has made it compulsory to wear masks when you leave outside the house for any reason.

Except in case when a person is driving alone, residents and citizens should wear masks while leaving the house / when they are out from home for any reason. This was announced during a regular cabinet meeting chaired by H.E. the Prime Minister and Minister of Interior Sheikh Khalid bin Khalifa bin Abdulaziz Al -Thani held via video conferencing recently.

H.E. Minister of Justice and Acting Minister of State for Cabinet Affairs Dr. Issa bin Saad Al-Jafali Al-Nuaimi stated the below after the meeting,

1. Compulsory to wear masks while residents and citizens leave house

To compel all citizens and residents upon leaving house for any reason to wear masks, except in the case when a person is alone while driving a vehicle, and the Ministry of Interior takes the necessary measures in this regard.

2. Imprisonment up to 3 years and fine not exceeding two hundred thousand
In case of non-compliance with this decision, the penalties stipulated in Decree Law No. (17) of 1990 regarding the prevention of infectious diseases shall be applied to violator by imprisonment for a period not exceeding three years and a fine not exceeding QR (200,000) two hundred thousand , or one of these two penalties.

3. Effective date of this new rule is from 17th May 2020

This decision is effective from Sunday, 17/5/2020, until further notice.

During the cabinet meeting, the cabinet has also approved some other draft decrees which includes,

  1. A draft decree approving the guarantee agreement of the government of Qatar for Al Kharsaah solar power plant project.
  2. A draft decree approving the agreement to grant rights to Al Kharsaah solar power plant project.
  3. A draft decree approving the priority right agreement for Al Kharsaah solar power plant.
  • The Cabinet approved also a draft law amending some provisions of Law No. (12) of 2006 regarding the canceled Mesaieed municipality, and referring it to the Shura Council.
  • The Cabinet approved a draft decision to issue the executive regulations for the law regulating medical treatment abroad.
  • The Cabinet approved also a draft memorandum of understanding (MoU) between the diplomatic institute of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in the State of Qatar and the University of Houston-Clearlake in the United States.

16000 will also continue to provide a 24/7 call centre service for all enquiries in relation to the COVID-19. 

(Source: Qatar News Agency – QNA)

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May 16, 2020 Comments (0)

Fake News: Video circulated on social media of a shopper who fell unconscious in supermarket is not because of Coronavirus (COVID-19) – MoPH Confirms

Fake News: Video circulated on social media of a shopper who fell unconscious in supermarket is not because of Coronavirus (COVID-19) – MoPH Confirms

The Ministry of Public Health (MoPH) confirmed that the video being circulated over Social Media of a shopper who fell unconscious in a supermarket because of COVID-19 is a fake news. MoPH confirms that it is wrong and also stated that the he lost his balance due to fatigue and he is in good health.

The Ministry of Public Health has also insisted public to verify accuracy and authenticity of any information passed over social media.

Source and image credit: MoPH

16000 will also continue to provide a 24/7 call centre service for all enquiries in relation to the COVID-19. 

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April 25, 2020 Comments (0)

Face masks compulsory for all Shoppers, Service and Contracting Sector Workers in Qatar

Face masks compulsory for all Shoppers, Service and Contracting Sector Workers in Qatar | Up to Three-year jail term and a fine not exceeding QR 200,000 for non-compliance

His Excellency The Prime Minister and Minister of Interior Sheikh Khalid bin Khalifa bin Abdulaziz Al Thani chaired the Cabinet meeting on Wednesday (22-Apr-2020) through video conference technology.

As a part of measures to fight against coronavirus (COVID-19) cabinet has decided to make wearing face masks compulsory for all Shoppers, Service and Contracting Sector Workers in Qatar. This decision is effective from 26th April 2020 (Sunday) until further notice. The Cabinet decision as follows,

  • Employees & workers in the government and private sectors whose work requires providing services to the public are obliged to wear masks while carrying out their duties and tasks, and clients are required to wear masks.
  • Officials in the government and private sectors should take the necessary measures to prevent the entry of clients who are not committed to that.
  • Shoppers are obligated to wear masks before they enter the food and catering stores and during shopping, and those responsible for these shops must take the necessary measures not to allow the entry of shoppers who do not comply with this decision.
  • Workers in contracting sector are obligated to wear masks while carrying out their duties and tasks, and officials in this sector should provide these masks and adhere to the established precautionary measures.
  • In the event of non-compliance with this decision, the penalties stipulated in Decree Law No. (17) for the year 1990 shall be applied to the offender by imprisonment for a period not exceeding three years and a fine not exceeding QR (200,000) or one of these two penalties.

Source: QNA

16000 will also continue to provide a 24/7 call centre service for all enquiries in relation to the COVID-19. 

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April 22, 2020 Comments (0)

MOCI announced the maximum prices for selling Vegetables, Fruits and Seafood (Until April 25, 2020)

The Ministry of Commerce and Industry has fixed the maximum prices for selling Vegetables, Fruits and Seafood until 25th April 2020.

Also announced, each violator will be subject to the penalties stipulated in applicable laws, decisions and regulations.

In case of any complaint please call the Ministry’s hotline 16001

MOCI announced the maximum prices for selling Vegetables Until April 25, 2020

MOCI announced the maximum prices for selling Vegetables Until April 25, 2020MOCI announced the maximum prices for selling Vegetables Until April 25, 2020

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MOCI announced the maximum prices for selling Sea Foods Until April 25, 2020MOCI announced the maximum prices for selling Sea Foods Until April 25, 2020MOCI announced the maximum prices for selling Sea Foods Until April 25, 2020

Source: MOCI Qatar | Cover image used is just for representation and not the actual.

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MoPH advice’s on the use of masks only under certain conditions | How to safely use a mask

MoPH advice’s on the use of masks only under certain conditions | How to safely use a mask

The Ministry of Public Health does not advise healthy people to routinely wear a mask to reduce their risk of COVID-19. However, it is advised to wear a mask under certain conditions.

If you are sick, with respiratory symptoms like coughing or sneezing wear a mask:

  • While staying at home, especially around family members, and seek medical help by calling the COVID-19 hotline 16000
  • If you are in transit to the hospital
  • If you entered a waiting area in a clinic or hospital

If you are not sick, with respiratory symptoms like coughing or sneezing, wear a mask (ONLY IF)

  • You are in any of the following high-risk groups and had to go out for a necessity:

– People diagnosed with a chronic disease (such as diabetes, chronic renal disease, chronic heart disease, Chronic lung disease, cancer, immune compromising condition) or if you are taking medications that lower your immunity

– Older adult (55 years or older)

–  Pregnant or breastfeeding

  • You are a care giver or sharing living space with a person suspected to have contacted COVID-19
  • You are the caregiver or sharing the same living space with someone who sufferers from a chronic condition
  • You are required to interact closely with other people in your workplace, such as customers or visitors
  • If, for necessity you need to use public transportation or while riding a car with several other people
  • If, for necessity, you need to enter a public or crowded place
  • You live or work in a locked down area or share a room with others

How to safely use a mask?

MoPH advices on the use of masks only under certain conditions | How to safely use a mask

16000 will also continue to provide a 24/7 call centre service for all enquiries in relation to the COVID-19. 

Source: MOPHQatar (cover image used is just for representation)

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How residents can buy their allocated share of masks from Pharmacies in Qatar – 20 Masks for QR 40

How residents can buy their allocated share of masks from Pharmacies in Qatar – 20 Masks for QR 40

The Ministry of Commerce and Industry has announced the mechanism for the second phase of distributing masks through pharmacies. The second phase will start on Monday, 13 April 2020.

How to buy your allocated share of masks?

Residents can obtain their allocated share of masks from the list of pharmacies by showing your Qatar ID. You can buy a maximum of 20 masks for QR 40 by showing your QID.

List of pharmacies where residents / citizens can avail these masks

  • Boots Group of Pharmacies
  • Al Aziziya Group of Pharmacies
  • Kulud Group of Pharmacies
  • Wellcare Group of Pharmacies
  • Al Jazi Group of Pharmacies
  • Care n Cure Group of Pharmacies
  • Sunlife Group of Pharmacies
  • Allevia Group of Pharmacies
  • Relief Group of Pharmacies
  • Family Group of Pharmacy
  • Afiya Group of Pharmacies
  • Ebn Sina Group of Pharmacies
  • Aksyr Al Hyah Pharmacy
  • Health & Life Pharmacy
  • Value Pharmacy
  • Diplomat Pharmacy
  • Ibn Khaldoon Pharmacy
  • Qatar Pharmacy
  • Ebn Nafees Pharmacy

Conditions which pharmacies should follow while selling masks to residents / citizens

  • The person must be at least 21 years old
  • The masks are sold according to the QID card number
  • The share allocated to each QID is 20 masks for the price of 40 Qatari Riyals

Source: MOCI Qatar | Cover image used is just for representation and not the actual.

16000 will also continue to provide a 24/7 call centre service for all enquiries in relation to the COVID-19. 

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April 13, 2020 Comments (0)

Emir lauds higher moral standards, solidarity of Qatar residents

QNA/Doha:

His Highness the Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani has appreciated the spirit of solidarity, harmony and defiance that prevailed among the people of Qatar, both citizens and residents, since the beginning of the blockade imposed by fellow GCC countries.

“This spirit has frustrated the hopes of those who banked on the opposite side because of their ignorance of the nature of our society and our people,” the Emir said in an address to citizens and “all those who live on the good land of Qatar” on the current situation and the future directions of Qatar.

The Emir said day-to-day life in Qatar has continued as normal since the onset of the blockade. “The Qatari people instinctively and naturally stood up to defend the sovereignty and independence of their homeland,” he said adding that “all those who live in this country have become spokespersons for Qatar“.

He recognised, with great pride, the high moral standard exercised by the people of the country despite the campaign of incitement as well as the siege. “They combined the solidity of stance and magnanimity of behaviour that has always characterised the Qatari people. They have amazed the world by maintaining a high level of tenacity in tackling the situation, despite the unprecedented incitement in tone and language, the honour-related prejudices, and the unparalleled blockade in the relations between our countries.”

The Emir said this was tantamount to a true moral test “where our society has achieved great success, as we have proved that there are basic principles and norms that we observe even in times of conflict and dispute, because we respect ourselves first and foremost“. He called upon all to continue this approach, and not slip into “what is inappropriate for us, nor for our principles and our values“.

He said the sons and daughters of the country have realised, with common sense and political awareness, the seriousness of the campaign against their homeland, and the goals of the siege imposed on it.

“They have seen through the heavy curtain of fabrications and incitement, without blurring or distorting their vision, and were able to understand the implications of the attempt to impose pressure on this country, and the gravity of the subservience to language of incitement, threats and diktats.

“It has become evident to those near and far that this campaign and the steps that followed it had been planned well in advance, and that its plotters and implementers carried out an attack on the sovereignty of the State of Qatar by planting statements that had not been spoken, in order to mislead public opinion and the world and achieve predetermined goals.”

Source Credit: http://www.gulf-times.com

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