Bahamas
The results of the COVID-19 RT-PCR test required by the Bahamas Government to conduct crew changes are now available within a 24 hours turn around in order to operate in a safely and rapid manner.
Jamaica
All crew members (on & off) have to apply for a travel authorization at least 48 hours before travel and must log on to the Maritime Authority of Jamaica (MAJ) website to apply for a seafarers certificate at least 48 hrs prior to travel.
Panama
Crew Changes are allowed in Panamá, but the following restrictions apply: Local Authorities do not allow on signers coming from South America, all countries. Same applies for persons that were in transit in any country of South America.
Vaccination Liability and Issues
This Guidance addresses legal, liability and insurance issues that could potentially arise for shipowners from or in connection with vaccinations of crew for COVID-19. It provides guidance on best employment practice to protect against such liabilities.
Vaccination Guide
COVID-19 vaccines reduce the severity of symptoms or prevent symptoms completely in a vaccinated person. To date, nearly 200 million people have received one dose of the vaccine. Download the practical guide for a better understanding on how it works.
Tunisia
Crew change in Tunisia restarted since November 30th, 2020. In meantime, New measures took place starting from February 1st where a compulsory 7 days confinement at hotel should be arranged.
Crew Change Crisis
WaterFront Maritime Services have signed the Neptune Declaration on Seafarer Wellbeing and Crew Change that defines four main actions to facilitate crew changes and keep global supply chains functioning.
Togo
International air travel commenced from August 1st subject to strict COVID protocols being observed by arriving and departing passengers. Crew change activity now possible but subject to defined processes and time-table.
South Korea
New joiners shall get PCR test at least 72 hours before vessel departure time at the joining port (All countries, NO exception). Immigration office prohibits disembarking of all crew/passenger who have travelled to Wuhan, China in the past 14 days.
Taiwan
Below you will have access to the countries’ insight for local availability, enforcement, implications, and contingencies for Sulphur 2020.