Saudi Arabia's General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) has announced that polio vaccination is mandatory for travellers from Pakistan and several other countries.
In a statement, GACA specified that passengers from Pakistan, Afghanistan, Kenya, the Democratic Republic of Congo, and Mozambique must present a valid polio vaccination certificate upon entry to the Kingdom.
The authority clarified that passengers transiting through these countries for less than 12 hours without exiting the airport's transit area would be exempt from the requirement.
Travellers must carry a vaccination certificate issued at least four weeks prior to their journey. Certificates older than six months will not be accepted.
GACA has also issued a notice to all airlines, warning that violations of the directive will result in legal action and strict penalties. The new policy underscores Saudi Arabia's commitment to safeguarding public health and preventing the spread of polio.
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