PPKM Mikro Valid Tomorrow, Here Are The Requirements For Travel Players

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JAKARTA - A number of regions in Java and Bali Provinces will implement restrictions on micro-scale community activities (PPKM) starting Tuesday, February 9, 2021.

With the extended implementation of the PPKM, the COVID-19 Handling Task Force also extended the provisions for long-distance travelers. This is stated in the COVID-19 Task Force Circular Number 5 of 2021.

"The micro-scale PPKM will be effective on February 9, 2021, namely tomorrow, an extension of the regulation will be enforced, where the rules are still the same as that of the PPKM," said Wiku Adisasmito, spokesman for the COVID-19 Task Force in BNPB Indonesia Youtube, Monday, February 8.

For trips on the island of Java and outside Java, travelers using land public transportation will receive a random antigen test by the COVID-19 Task Force in the regions.

Then, an air traveler using an airplane must have a negative RT-PCR test 3x24 hours before departure or a rapid antigen test 2x24 hours before departure. Meanwhile, sea transportation travelers use RT-PCR or antigen 3x24 hours before departure.

Then, trainers traveling between cities must have the results of the RT-PCR test or rapid antigen test 3x24 hours before departure or geNose as an option.

"For private land, it is suggested to use RT-PCR or antigen 3 times 24 hours before departure," said Wiku.

Especially on the island of Bali, air travelers need a RT PCR test maximum 2x24 hours before departure or antigen a maximum of 1x24 hours before departure.

"Meanwhile, sea and air transportation to Bali, both private and public, use the RT PCR test or antigen 3x4 hours before departure," he said.

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The government still does not allow foreign citizens (WNA) to enter Indonesian territory, except for visa and residence permit holders in accordance with Menkumham Regulation Number 26 of 2020.

Exceptions also apply to permit holders according to the corridor arrangement travel scheme, and foreigners with special consideration or permission in writing from the ministry or agency.

For Indonesian citizens who are returning to Indonesia and for foreigners who are allowed, they are also required to do another RT-PCR test upon arrival and will continue with further treatment if positive.

"For Indonesian citizens, the costs are borne by the government and foreigners at their own expense. Furthermore, quarantine will be carried out for 5 times 24 hours," said Wiku.

The regulations are that Indonesian citizens who are economically incapable of isolation are placed in accommodation in special quarantine and the costs are borne by the government on the condition that a certificate of ability while the foreign head of the foreign representative directly can be done in a private residence.

"Indonesian citizens are economically capable as well as foreigners including foreign diplomats, isolation in special quarantine accommodation, and at their own expense," he concluded.

Quarantine and RT-PCR for Indonesian citizens who are financed by the government must include a letter of incapacity. Based on SK Kasatgas Number 6 of 2021, among them are Indonesian migrant workers, migrant workers, students, Indonesian citizens who are economically disadvantaged, and ASN on international official trips.

Furthermore, they are advised to carry out quarantine at the place of residence for 14 days with strict Health protocols. When finished, you can continue your trip or mobility according to your place of residence.