Israel will begin allowing entry to all tourists, regardless of whether they have been vaccinated against COVID-19, starting March 1.
Quoting a statement from the prime minister’s office said on Sunday, Global News and Reuters said entry into Israel will still require two PCR tests, one before flying in and one upon landing in Israel, the statement said.
Right now, only COVID-19 vaccinated foreigners are allowed into the country.
“We are seeing a constant decline in morbidity data, so it is time to gradually open up,” said Prime Minister Naftali Bennett.
“In order to maintain to public’s trust and ensure that the citizens of Israel follow the guidelines and the decisions that the government makes, it is necessary to open up when the situation improves – and it has improved significantly, ” Bennett said in a quote that appeared in the Jerusalem Post.
“The situation in Israel is good at the moment. It is a result of proper and dynamic management – which is also why we are opening up now. At the same time, we will keep our fingers on the pulse, and in the case of a new variant, we will again respond quickly.”
