by Ariel Fernandez, Manila Bulletin
The government has extended the ongoing travel ban until Jan. 31 following the detection of the new COVID-19 variant in the country.
As a result, budget carrier Cebu Pacific spokesperson Candice Iyog said they will not accept foreign nationals who originated from, transited via, or visited any of the 34 countries covered by the extended travel restrictions imposed by the Inter-Agency Task Force.
Only Filipinos will be accepted on flights from Dubai, Hong Kong, Nagoya (Japan), Singapore, and Seoul (South Korea) during this period, Iyog said.
The list of affected countries and complete details may be viewed at http://bit.ly/IATFResoNo94_011521
Passengers affected by the temporary ban may avail of any of the following options:
– Free rebooking within 90 days – waived rebooking fee and fare difference
– Full travel fund, valid for two years
– Full refund
In compliance with IATF regulations, Filipinos who wish to proceed with their travel plans will be subjected to mandatory 14-day quarantine in an accredited facility upon arrival in Manila.
Cebu Pacific said they will continue to operate its domestic and international flights as scheduled. Before going to the airport, Cebu Pacific advised passengers to check the real-time status of their flights in their website.
“We continue to work closely with the authorities and will provide updates through our website and official social media accounts as necessary,” Cebu Pacific said.
