Latest SOP for the quarantine and Covid-19 test costs

Members of the public must take notice of the latest standard operating procedure (SOP) for the quarantine and Covid-19 test costs

The Sarawak Disaster Management Committee (DSMC) has released an updated standard operating procedure (SOP) for the quarantine and Covid-19 test costs.

The latest SOP was released on 18^th August 2020.

For Sarawakians, the guideline for returning to the State includes:

1. Mandatory quarantine for 14 days
2. To undergo Covid-19 test twice which is on second and tenth day
3. The quarantine and Covid-19 cost will be borne by the Sarawak government

For non-Sarawakians including those from West Malaysia, Sabah, Labuan and foreigners, the guidelines to enter the State includes;

1. Mandatory quarantine for 14 days
2. To undergo Covid-19 test twice which in on the second and tenth day
3. The quarantine and Covid-19 cost will be borne by themselves

SDMC noted these guidelines would be enforced until 31^st August 2020.