CEBU PHILIPPINES
SOURCE: https://app.philippines.travel/articles/cebu-safety-advisory (JAN 09, 2022)
The Province of Cebu is, without a doubt, one of the greatest jewels of the Visayan Region, and it also welcomes millions of tourists and business travelers each year. As such, the region’s government has implemented various travel guidelines for everyone’s safety. Here’s what you need to know:
General Cebu Province
REQUIREMENTS FOR ENTRY
- If fully vaccinated: vaccination card or proof of vaccination through VaxCertPH.
- If unvaccinated: medical certificate.
- Tourists aged 18 years old and below are not allowed to enter Cebu Province.
Cebu City
REQUIREMENTS FOR ENTRY
- If fully vaccinated: vaccination card with QR Code and valid ID. If no QR code, present the official vaccination certificate issued by the local health officer of your LGU or vaccination certification issued by the Department of Health-Bureau of Quarantine.
- If unvaccinated: A negative RT-PCR test result taken within 72 hours; or a negative antigen test result taken within the last 48 hours; or a negative saliva test result taken within the last 48 hours (tests must be conducted by Department of Health accreddited laboratories)
- Approved S-Pass
Mandaue City
REQUIREMENTS FOR ENTRY
- Unvaccinated tourists: negative RT-PCR or antigen test result
- Vaccinated tourists: vaccination card
Lapu-Lapu City
STATUS
- Lapu-Lapu City is under Alert Level 3. Intrazonal and interzonal movement shall be allowed. However, reasonable restrictions may be imposed. Restaurants, MICE establishments, and tourism sites are also allowed to operate at a maximum of 30% indoor venue capacity for fully vaccinated individuals only and 50% outdoor venue capacity.
REQUIREMENTS FOR ENTRY
- All tourists can freely enter except for those aged 18 and below. Vaccinated individuals, however, are encouraged to secure proof of vaccination through VaxCertPH.
GUIDELINES WHILE TRAVELING IN LAPU-LAPU CITY
All tourists are required to wear / have:
- Face mask
- Face shield
Note: Personal air purifiers are encouraged but not mandatory
NOTE: All tourists are advised to get in touch with the Local Government Unit of their destination 1 week before their flight for up-to-date assistance, protocols, and requirements because the government may change policies without prior notice. Pls, email ccg.travelpass@gmail.com .
Tourist Travel Requirements to Cebu City
Last updated: PH Local Time, November 17, 2021
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*Please check travel requirements for Cebu City, Lapu-lapu City, Mandaue City as they may differ from Cebu Province |
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Individuals classified as APOR:
APOR shall not be required to undergo quarantine protocols of the LGU of destination if they comply with the following:
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Alert Level 2: November 15 – 30, 2021 The City of Cebu adopts, complies and implements the Alert Level System in the management of the public health emergency as mandated by pertinent IATF resolutions. Further, the city will strictly enforce and observe the guidelines provided for Alert Level 2. All persons entering and or bound for Cebu City as an initial or final point of destination must present the following documents before entry may be granted:
FOR UNVACCINATED OR INCOMPLETELY VACCINATED INDIVIDUAL:
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ROF (Returning Overseas Filipinos) / OFW (Overseas Filipino Workers) |
OFWs/ROFs are covered by existing national guidelines from the IATF, DOT, OWWA, and other agencies which shall likewise apply for Cebu City bound ROF and OFWs as well.
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In addition to the requirements for FULLY VACCINATED and UNVACCINATED OR INCOMPLETELY VACCINATED INDIVIDUALS:
PUBLIC APOR / Government Employee
IATF/EOC CARD Holders
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Note: The requirement for all persons bound for Lapu-Lapu City to present a negative RT-PCR Test Result taken within the last 72 hours or a negative Antigen Test taken within the last 48 hours prior to boarding shall be suspended until further notice. |
RETURNING LOCAL RESIDENTS / APOR (Authorized Persons Outside of Residence) / DOMESTIC TOURISTS |
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Returning for Work – Private Establishments
Returning for Work – Government APORS
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This page contains the travel rules and requirements for each province, city, or municipality in the Philippines. Please note that there may be multiple travel requirements for each destination on national and provincial levels. We would also like to remind passengers that these rules are subject to change by the issuing local government authority and are issued for passengers’ and the public’s safety. As these requirements may change at short notice, the advisories below are meant only as a guide. Please make sure that you have the correct and have completed the required documents before you travel. |