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Saudi Arabia requires double vaccination for travel and public spaces

RIYADH: People wanting to board a plane or other modes of public transport in Saudi Arabia will have to have received two doses of an approved COVID-19 vaccine, the interior ministry said on Friday (Oct. 1).

The rule will come into effect on October 10 and also extends to participating in any cultural, scientific, social or recreational events.

People who have not been double jabbed will also not be able to participate in any economic, commercial, cultural, recreational, sports or tourism activities.

Entering any governmental or private establishment will also be prohibited for those who have not had two doses of a vaccine.Â