Taiwan is requiring face masks at most indoor public places starting on Dec. 1. Health officials say it’s a preventive measure as global COVID-19 cases begin to peak in the fall and winter months.
If you’re flying to Taiwan any time after December 1st… there’s some new rules you’ll need to know. They’re part of the Fall-Winter COVID-19 prevention program.
Travelers will need to present a negative COVID test taken within three days of departure.
Face masks are required in eight public places, everywhere from hospitals and clinics, to public transportation.
Those that don’t comply will face a fine of up to NT$15,000 (more than US$500).
And finally, they’re boosting case reporting and specimen collection at hospitals and clinics.
It’s been more than 200 days since Taiwan last recorded a domestic transmission of COVID-19, and the authorities and citizens of Taiwan, are hoping to keep it that way.
