Georgian Government's 4 New Decisions Regarding Coronavirus
Today, September 7, the Government of Georgia announced 4 new decisions in order to promote the effective management of coronavirus spread in the country.
These decisions are as follows:
- Quarantine Period for Those Entering Georgia will be Reduced to 8 Days
The quarantine period for those entering Georgia will be reduced to 8 days.
In case of a negative answer to the PCR test on the 9th day, the citizens will be able to leave the quarantine area; however, after 12 days, they will be obliged to undergo another PCR test.
During the coronavirus pandemic, the initial quarantine period in Georgia was 14 days. In mid-August, the government reduced that to 12 days.
At today's meeting of the Interagency Coordination Council, a decision was made to further reduce the quarantine period to 8 days.
- Submitting PCR Test Answer Becomes Mandatory for All Foreigners Entering Georgia
- Studies in Batumi, Kobuleti will Resume Remotely Until October 1
The education process for schoolchildren and students in Batumi and Kobuleti in Georgia's Adjara region will continue remotely for the first two weeks of term, which means that children will continue their studies in classrooms only from October 1.
- Tougher Control over Social Events, Rituals will be Enforced in Georgia
"Stricter control over social events and rituals must be adopted, especially indoors," Prime Minister Giorgi Gakharia stated at a briefing following today’s meeting of the Interagency Coordination Council.
The Head of Government noted that only moderate additional requirements will apply to outdoor activities.
By Ana Dumbadze