Singapore to allow general travel to Brunei, New Zealand

https://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/health/singapore-to-allow-general-travel-to-brunei-new-zealand-travellers-to-take-heed-of 

Singapore will allow general travel to Brunei and New Zealand, as well as for students studying overseas from Sept 1. 

The stay-home notice period for visitors from Australia (excluding Victoria state), Macau, mainland China, Taiwan, Vietnam and Malaysia will be shortened, from the current 14 days to 7 days. They will also be tested for Covid-19 before the end of their stay-home notice at their place of residence.

The 3rd category of  visitors must serve the usual 14-day period at a dedicated facility.

The countries in the different categories will continue to be updated over time.

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