The move from the Singapore Government comes as the Australian Government today (Oct 27) officially eliminates incoming and outbound border restrictions from November 1 for fully-vaccinated tourists.
Last night (Oct 26), the Singapore Government revealed a unilateral Vaccinated Travel Lane (VTL) with Australia, which removes all quarantine requirements between the nation and just requires a negative test prior to and after guests show up in Singapore.
The long-awaited, quarantine-free travel bubble in between Australia and Singapore is finally set to remove on November 8 after the Asian country moved to ease constraints in between the 2 nations.
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” As we continue to support all levels of government in preparing for Australias resuming in a safe, sustainable and scalable way, we will stay nimble in releasing capability to markets as demand warrants.”.
” Were very thrilled with the resumption of travel in between Australia and Singapore,” said Singapore Tourism Board Executive Director– Oceania, Oliver Chong.
” We understand Aussies are devoted visitors and cant wait to take a trip overseas, so we hope this will encourage them to make strategies to check out Singapore as quickly as they can.
Scoot will run day-to-day VTL services from Melbourne (TR19) and four-times weekly VTL services from Sydney (TR13).
The news has actually been warmly welcomed by Singapore Tourism Board and key airlines alike and paves the way for a considerable course to recovery for both countries tourism sectors.
Qantas is also expected to add VTL flights in the coming weeks, while other Australian states are likewise arranged to get services as soon as incoming quarantine restrictions are relieved.
” We are confident that this Vaccinated Travel Lane will be warmly welcomed by everybody as we continue to move towards a safe and adjusted reopening of our borders.”.
” Since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, SIA has actually continued to keep Australia linked, supporting the motion of necessary cargo and providing an opportunity for Australians to return house and vital travel to be undertaken.
From Monday November 8, Singapore Airlines will designate two everyday flights each from Melbourne (SQ218 and SQ228) and Sydney (SQ212 and SQ222) into Singapore as VTL services..
” Following statement from New South Wales and Victoria that they will open their borders to qualified visitors from 1 November 2021, the addition of Australia as a Singapore VTL comes at an appropriate time, permitting consumers to prepare for their reunions with family and enjoyed ones in the lead as much as Christmas or perhaps a well-deserved vacation in Singapore.
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Singapore Airlines will have VTL flights to Sydney and Melbourne.
” Australia has actually been a close and long-standing trade and tourism partner for Singapore..
” Flight schedules for the SIA VTL flights will be released on our site. These flights are open for scheduling however will be indicated as VTL flights on our site gradually.
” The Australia-Singapore VTL flights will make it possible for quarantine-free travel to Singapore as well as supply seamless connection for visitors going back to Australia on the 20 VTL services in operation throughout SIAs network..
Singapore Airlines will offer VTL flights to and from Australia.
” Singapore Airlines (SIA) welcomes the addition of Australia to Singapores Vaccinated Travel Lane (VTL) plans from 8 November 2021,” said Singapore Airlines Regional Vice President South West Pacific, Louis Arul.
” SIA consumers can likewise travel in self-confidence, with the industry-leading health and safety steps that have actually been put to guarantee their wellness.
Under the new plan, devoted VTL flights will run between the 2 nations and both Singapore Airlines and inexpensive sibling Scoot have been fast to include quarantine-free services.
” Singapore Airlines eagerly anticipates inviting our consumers on board our flights, where they continue to enjoy our world-class product or services. We have also implemented a suite of digital initiatives that make it possible for a more smooth and comfy travel experience.
