If you are flying into Mumbai from abroad on or after January 11, 2022, you are required to comply with the government of India’s revised guidelines applicable from January 11. Maharashtra’s regulations for international arrivals are aligned with the guidelines framed by the Ministry of Home Affairs and the Ministry of Civil Aviation, with some exceptions.
Pre-departure/pre-arrival guidelines for international travelers to Mumbai
The pre-departure requirements for travelers flying into Mumbai from USA and other countries are the same as before. It is mandatory to take an RT-PCR test within 72 hours prior to traveling to India, fill out a self-declaration form, upload the negative RT-PCR report as well as vaccine certificate on Air Suvidha, and give a declaration ascertaining authenticity of the COVID-19 report, irrespective of age and country of residence or travel origin.
Starting on November 12, children under 5 years of age are exempted from taking an RT-PCR test prior to their scheduled travel to India. If asymptomatic, they don’t have to take a test on arrival too. If they are found symptomatic for COVID-19 in thermal screening on arrival at Mumbai, Pune or any other entry airport in India, they will undergo a COVID PCR test.
Maharashtra’s rules for travelers from countries at risk
7-day institutional quarantine following an RT-PCR test is back in Maharashtra for international arrivals from the high-risk countries: South Africa, Botswana and Zimbabwe. Revised and issued on December 2, Maharashtra’s guidelines removed institutional quarantine for travelers arriving from low-risk countries including the UK and other European nations, New Zealand, Israel, Brazil, Hong Kong, Mauritius, and China. Travelers from a low-risk country will be considered high-risk arrivals and put to 7-day institutional quarantine following an RT-PCR test if they have visited any of the high-risk countries in the past 15 days prior to their scheduled arrival in Maharashtra.
Travelers from a low-risk country, having no travel history of a high-risk country, will be allowed to exit Mumbai CSMI Airport or take a domestic flight to the final destination within or outside Maharashtra if they test negative in a post-arrival RT-PCR test. It is mandatory to pre-book an RT-PCR test to be taken on arrival at the airport. They are subject to home-quarantine for 7 days and repeat RT-PCR testing on day 8.
Maharashtra’s rules for international arrivals from countries not at risk
According to Indian government’s revised guidelines applicable from January 11, all international travelers flying into Maharashtra are required to undergo home-quarantine for 7 days, take an RT-PCR test on day 8, upload the report on the Air Suvidha portal, and shall monitor their health for the next 7 days if they test negative on the 8th day.
If you arrive on international flights to Mumbai from or through a country at risk, such as the UK, you are required to pre-book a rapid RT-PCR test and take the test on arrival at Mumbai Airport, regardless of you being fully-vaccinated and COVID-19 negative. If negative, you can exit the airport or take a connecting flight within or outside the state of Maharashtra. If positive, you will have to take a self-paid routine/regular RT-PCR test and wait for the report at the airport. A regular RT-PCR test report comes in 5-6 hours. If it is positive too, you will be shifted to an institutional quarantine facility and your swab sample will be sent for genomic testing.
If you are fully-vaccinated, asymptomatic, and traveling on nonstop flights to Mumbai from USA, Canada, Australia or any other country not at risk, you are not bound to post-arrival testing at Mumbai CSMI Airport. If you are symptomatic and/or unvaccinated/partially vaccinated, you will have to take a rapid RT-PCR test at the airport. Starting on January 17, Mumbai-bound travelers arriving from or through the UAE are not subject to post-arrival testing any more, if they are fully vaccinated and asymptomatic.
COIVD-19 testing facility at Mumbai CSMI Airport
Mumbai International Airport has a dedicated COVID-19 testing facility for both international arriving and departing passengers. Travelers arriving on international flights to Mumbai from countries at risk can take an RT-PCR test at Terminal 2 Level 4, Ground Transportation Lobby, next to Niranta Lounge. The test reports are sent to travelers’ email address. A regular RT-PCR test costs Rs. 600 per person and delivers the result within 6-8 hours, whereas a rapid RT-PCR delivers the result in 1-2 hours. With effect from December 14, 2021, the cost of rapid RT-PCR tests at Mumbai Airport has been reduced to Rs 1975 from Rs 3900 per person.
It is now mandatory for travelers arriving from the countries at risk to register online for and pre-book an RT-PCR, regular or rapid, that they will take on arrival at an entry airport in India. They must book a post-arrival test through Air Suvidha prior to their scheduled travel to India.
You can register on www.suburbandiagnostics.com and book a slot in advance for your RT-PCR test at Mumbai Airport. You can also register for a COVID-19 test at the help-desk near the arrival terminal. There is a dedicated lounge with necessary refreshments for those waiting for the RT-PCR test results. Those who test negative can continue to travel onward. In case of positive results, travelers are shifted to a designated quarantine facility from the airport.
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The information is useful and very much appreciated. That being said, it would be good to have a date tag somewhere in the post to better understand the relevance and time-frame of the post.
For example, there is no specific date on this post(or I’m not able to find it.)
For your kind information Mr. Jayendra, The article starts with the date December 23, 2020.
What is the latest on Passengers arriving from USA to Mumbai transiting in UK. Do they need to do 7 day institutional quarantine??
Hi Hemant! On arrival, you have to take a self-paid RT-PCR test (that can be booked online in advance) and wait for the report at the airport. If negative, you can exit the airport and undergo home-quarantine for 14 days (if your final destination is Maharashtra).
So, if we are transiting from at risk countries( UK/Europe), we do not have to do a 7 day institutional quarantine ?
Hi Kavitha! This is still unclear. Even there is no clarification in the circular issued by the government of Maharashtra. We are still awaiting clarification on this.
Is there a source you can refer us to which clarifies that if only transiting through UK, then one does not need to undergo mandatory 7-day institutional quarantine?
Hi Deep! This is still unclear. Even there is no clarification in the circular issued by the government of Maharashtra. We are still awaiting clarification on this.
Hello, Your articles are very informative. Regarding the above article,
“Traveling to Mumbai on or after DEC 2? Check New Rules of Maharashtra Government for International Arrivals” as of DEC 2,2021 I have searched the internet for over an hour looking to see any update on the Dec. 2 Maharashtra revised guidelines for international air travellers and read the new Dec 2 order. I see they relaxed the rules on at risk travellers and domestic travellers but could not find any info where you mention ” If you as an international traveller (not at risk traveller) are found asymptomatic in thermal screening, you will be redirected to self-monitor your health for 14 days and wont have to take a RTPCR”.
I know the Central Governments rule states this but the new order written on Dec 2,2021 by Maharashtra Government does not state this. The new order only addresses at risk travellers and domestic travellers. I would love to see this in writing which may come out by Friday. I could not find any comment from the Maharashtra Government dropping the 14 day self isolation for not at risk, asymptomatic travellers who are vaccinated and had a PCR test prior to travel. I see the Pune News stated that a Maharashtra Government official was quoted today that their quarantine order only applies to at risk travelers and not domestic travellers. They dont mention not at risk travellers. I am nervous since I fly from USA to Mumbai, India on DEC 4th. and am hoping for a better clarification in writing.
Any thoughts?
Is this point still true? The article now says the arrival RT-PCR and the 14 days home quarantine are no longer required for fully-vaccinated and pre-departure-tested-negative passengers arriving from non-high-risk countries (e.g. USA).
Hi Atul! It is true. The government of India has not classified the US as a country at risk.
Hi! What if you are traveling for less than 14 days? I’m a PR traveling for like 7 days from US to Mumbai. I reach Mumbai on 22nd Dec and fly back on 28th. Will they let me fly back? I won’t be able to complete the 14 day mandatory self quarantine cuz I’m not even staying for 10 days. I’m fully vaccinated.
Hi Sue! Fully-vaccinated, asymptomatic, COVID-negative travelers from the US are exempt to home-quarantine. You will be directed to self-monitor your health for 14 days post arrival, during which you can travel back.
Hi .
I am planning to go Mumbai 19/20 December.
From Doha Qatar.I am fully vaccinated.
Only for 10/12 days.
What I need to do at Mumbai airport.
Do I have to go for quarantine
PCR test at airport.
Thanks
Hi Attas! If you are found asymptomatic in thermal screening at Mumbai Airport, you will be exempted from home-quarantine. On arrival at Mumbai Airport, you will show your negative RT-PCR report and the color printout of the filled Air Suvidha form.
Hi – Thank you for your responses. Would you please be able to shed some light on how domestic travel works within India? I’m landing in Mumbai on Jan 16 on a direct from the US, and am fully vaccinated. Based on the responses you shared, sounds like I will have to self monitor for 14 days. Are there any restrictions on people who are self monitoring? I’m planning on flying to Mangalore in Karnataka on Jan 19 – would there be any issues with traveling internally within India? Would I need any additional documentation? What about flying internally within Karnataka (from Mangalore to Bangalore)?
Appreciate your help as I’m going to India for 10 days, and I’m still trying to figure if I should travel.
Hi Krishna! As of now, there is no restriction on domestic travel within a state or in India. Karnataka requires domestic travelers from Maharashtra to take an RT-PCR test before traveling.
How do we organise quarantine hotels and what are the costs ?
It’s mandatory to quarantine 7 days for coming from USA direct flight in Mumbai
Hi there, I have got tested for Covid-19 test in New York on 9/8/2020 & my reports are negative. I am planning to travel on 9/17/2020 from new York to Mumbai, will I be subject to quarantine in Mumbai? Please advice as I need to visit Mumbai no matter what. Thanks
Hi Prashant! The COVID19 test will be considered valid for exemption from institutional quarantine upon arrival in India, only if the test is conducted within 96 hours of the scheduled flight to India from the port of origin. As detailed out in the article, Mumbai Airport has got a COVID testing facility for travelers from abroad. If you are visiting Mumbai for a very short period, for instance, 7-10 days, you need to show confirmed ticket for your return flight upon arrival at Mumbai airport so that you can be exempt from quarantine.
I am in the same situation. I am coming from US with a COVID _ve test . I am in Mumbai for only 8 days. Is there a firm which clearly states that there is an exemption for such short stays?
Could not find one.
Thanks,
Jose
Hi Jose! If you carry a negative RT-PCR test report from the US and upload the report in the Air Suvidha section of Delhi Airport website as per the guidelines of the civil aviation ministry, you will be exempted from 7-day institutional quarantine upon arrival in Mumbai. But, 7-day home quarantine is mandatory. If you are seeking exemption from home quarantine too during your short visit, you need to show your confirmed return flight ticket at the time of arrival.
Hi, I’m in a similar situation. I’m coming from USA with a -ve COVID RT-PCR Test. I’ll in Mumbai in less than 7 days. Is there any procedure that explains the quarantine rules for a short stay?
Thanks!
My United flight from Houston to Mumbai on 16th April 2021, falls under the travel bubble list. I am an Indian passport holder, fully vaccinated with both dose. What are the travel, quarantine restrictions in Mumbai as of April 2021?
Hi KM! You need to carry a negative RT-PCR report not older than 72 hours and upload it onto Air Suvidha portal. You have to fill out a self-declaration form on the same portal. If your journey involves a transit in the Middle East, Europe (including UK), Brazil, or South Africa, you can seek exemption from institutional quarantine upon arrival at Mumbai Airport on production of your vaccine certificate to the satisfaction of the airport staff.
I will be travelling to Mumbai from Paris on 13 August 2021. I am fully vaccinated with both doses and will be completing more than 15 days after complete dose before travelling. I will also be carrying RTPCR COVID Test while travelling. I have a flight from Mumbai to goa on same date of arrival i.e. 13 August 2021. And I will be travelling back to Paris within 10 days i.e. on 23rd August 2021, i will be carrying a confirmed return Air ticket. What guidelines will be applicable for my travel ?
Hi Prajot! You will have to fill out a self-declaration form on Air Suvidha portal. You can seek exemption from pre-arrival negative RT-PCR report by presenting your vaccine certificates on arrival at Mumbai Airport. You will be allowed to take your connecting flight to Goa after submitting your swab sample for a molecular test in Mumbai Airport. You will have to properly intimate the district/state health authorities at Goa Airport about your travel plans and show your confirmed return tickets to the in-charge officer.
Hi,
I have question about requirement of “14 day mandatory home quarantine” for travelers arriving from EU? (based on https://csmia.adaniairports.com/faqs.aspx question-3). Does this requirement applies even with full vaccination + negative RT-PCR test on arrival?
I am planning to travel to Mumbai for two weeks from EU around 15 October, and wanted to understand if I may have to stay in home quarantine for two weeks even when I am fully vaccinated, or if there is any way to request exemption in advance, or request reduction of home quarantine duration.
Hi Pravin! The current guidelines make 14-day home quarantine mandatory despite full vaccination and negative COVID-19 health of international arrivals from the Middle East, EU, the UK, China, Brazil and South Africa.
We are 2 seniors travelling from toronto to Mumbai on 20 nov 2021 .Transit in London is 3 hours. We are both fully vaccinated with Pzifer.
Do we still have to take a covid test before arrival, In short please explain the current procedure.
Thanks8
Hello Mam! Though you are vaccinated, it is mandatory to take an RT-PCR test within 72 hours prior to your scheduled departure from Toronto.
Hello, I travelled to Mumbai from Europe and have return flight in 8 days. How this will work with mandatory 14 days home quarantine? I did not mention about my return flight during immigration specifically. Thanks
Hi Sujay! We have very little idea about this. As per the rules, the 14-day home quarantine is mandatory in Maharashtra.
Hi ,
I’m travelling from Netherlands to Mumbai on 30th of October. I’m fully vaccinated with pfizer and I will also be carrying negative RT-PCR report. I live in pune so I’m planning to go straight to home quarantine for 14 days. I wanted to know whether I have to take RT-PCR test on arrival even if i already have a negative RT-PCR report and fully vaccinated certificate?
and if yes then can I leave soon after giving the sample or should I be waiting until i get the results again?
Hi Reth! You are needed to take a self-paid RT-PCR test on arrival at Mumbai Airport. But you can exit the airport after your sample is collected.
Greetings!
My mom and sister want to back from UAE to Mumbai after their test before 96hrs.
If it is negative Can they be home quarantine without institutional quarantine?
Please advise
Hi Sanil! If the result is negative, they will be allowed home quarantined for 14 days. However, all arriving travelers will undergo thermal screening at Mumbai airport. If one is found symptomatic in thermal screening, she/she will be shifted to a medical facility for testing.
Hello,
My wife is traveling to Goa because of death in the family
Is she still required to upload exemption 72 hours prior to flight ?
She want reach early and do lot want to Wait 72 hours. Is 72 hour is hard cut- off time?
Hi Hans! We’re very sorry about the incident. You can apply for her exemption from institutional quarantine on Air Suvidha anytime before her scheduled flight to India. At the time of applying for exemption online, you need to mention the documents that she will be carrying as a valid reference to the death in the family. FYI, not all arriving passengers will undergo institutional quarantine in Goa. A rapid test is mandatory for all arriving passengers in Goa. If the test report is negative, passengers are allowed to proceed for 14 days of Home Quarantine.
Hi.
I came to India from USA due to family emergency and I am returning back to USA. What is the procedures for covid PCR test and how that help to avoid quarantine upon arrival to USA.
Hi Shital! There’s no quarantine protocol in USA for those flying in from India. Hence, you don’t need a COVID-19 test to travel to the US from India. If you are traveling on Emirates Airlines, you must need a negative RT-PCR test report to board Emirates flight.
Hi my daughter (working at Denmark)is planning to return to Mumbai in 2nd week of April,21 from Denmark is it necessary for her upload RT-PCR certificate. and what will be the procedure at Mumbai airport on arrival. Pl. advise.
Hi Yatin! Yes, your daughter needs to upload the negative RT-PCR test report not older than 72 hours before departure on Air Suvidha portal. If her final destination is outside Maharashtra, then she will be required to submit her swab sample for a molecular test upon arrival and exit the airport or take a connecting flight. If the final destination is within Maharashtra and if she is not vaccinated with two doses of vaccine, then she will be subject to 7-day institutional quarantine upon arrival at Mumbai Airport.
Hi.I will travel india Mumbai on 10/11/2020 and will go to gujrat via road and RT PCR test require for gujrat .
pl guide.
thanks
Hi Subrata! A RT-PCR test report with negative status is required for exemption from institutional quarantine in Gujarat.
Hi,
I am travelling to mumbai from dublin and I will have my covid certificate with me. I have minor surgery which needs to be done on emergency basis. In that case do I have to go through RT PCR test again in Mumbai? Can i skip institutational quarantine? If it is negative?
Thanks
Hi . My husband n myself traveling from Australia via Dubai to mumbai.
I will be carrying the covid test report. Kindly advise
Me what other forms I will have to be filled.
Hi Jacinta! You need to fill out a self-declaration form in the Air Suvidha section of Delhi Airport website, carry a printout of the filled-out form and show it upon arrival at Mumbai airport.
I will be traveling from Canada to Mumbai as my father is in hospital ICU. I will get my COVID test done here in Canada within 96 hours before my flight and will then submit the report in the Air Suvidha section of Delhi Airport website. Will I be able to visit my father in the hospital or do I need to home isolate? Please advise. Thank you.
Hi Ashish! We’re very sorry to know father’s health condition. May he get well soon! Please be advised to carry your father’s recent medical documents and show the same upon arrival at Mumbai airport in order to evade being stamped for home quarantine.
I am travelling to Mumbai from EWR USA on 5 November by United Airlines.
Will you please guide me if RT – PCR is necessary at EWR & at MUMBAI airport.
I am a resident of mumbai and we go to home from airport. What documents I have to show on both air ports. In USA RT PCR reports are coming in 5 to 7 fays and they are also not providing any receipt or confirmation letter of test. Is it necessary to upload report on Air Suvidha app in 72 he’s. Please guide.
Hi Vimal! You don’t need a RT-PCR test report to travel from Newark and board United Airlines’ flight. A negative RT-PCR test makes you eligible for exemption from institutional quarantine in India. If you are not able to take a test in the US, you can take it at Mumbai Airport. If you have gone through the article, you might know Mumbai Airport has opened a COVID testing facility to conduct express RT-PCR tests. You need to fill out a self-declaration form on Air Suvidha 72 hours prior to your flight from the first port of departure and download the Aarogya Setu app on your mobile device. You may upload the test result even just before catching your flight and carry a hard/soft copy of the same with you.
My husband is returning from nj to mumbai within 8 days .he is an indian citizen.he took the covid rest while leaving for nj and was negative.foes he need to take another test in nj while flying back to mumbai .if he is not able to do the rest there please suggest what is to be done so that he can return hone directly
Hi Neelam! He needs to take an RT-PCR test within 72 hours before boarding the flight from New Jersey for Mumbai. In case he is not able to take a pre-departure test, you can take a COVID test after arrival at Mumbai Airport. If the result is negative, he will be advised home quarantine in Mumbai/the final destination.
Hii.. I am travelling with my husband and two kids from EWR to Mumbai next week. IS this RT-PCR test is compulsory for all (kids of 7 and 1 yr too)? we are not local to Mumbai..We will immediately leave to our hometown after out from airport.
In USA RT PCR reports are coming in 5 to 7 days and they are also not providing any receipt or confirmation letter of test. Is it necessary to upload report on Air Suvidha app in 72 hr’s before boarding..We dont want to stay in airport and do the test next day in airport. Please guide.
Hi Pallavi! A RT-PCR test is not mandatory for the 1-year-old. You can upload the report to Air Suvidha any time before your travel and carry the report with you as well as a printout of the exemption application and the self-reporting form. FYI, Mumbai airport has opened a COVID-19 testing facility where you can take an Express RT-PCR test upon arrival. Please go through the article once again.
Your article is very informative.
We (me and my wife are Indian on B2 Visa in USA)and want to travel to Mumbai India from Dallas (or Huston) in 1st week of December, 2020. Can avail the service ‘The express RT-PCR test center near the exit gates of Terminal 2 delivers results, in both digital and physical formats, within 8 hours and charges Rs 1600 per person.
How much we need to pay for lounge ? As we are Senior Citizen – can we allowed to Sleep for some time – till we are allowed to proceed to our House in Bandra Mumbai ?
Hi,
I am traveling to Mumbai for a week. I have my return tickets booked and before traveling I would get a COVID test done and will apply for exemption. Would I still have to home quarantine?
Hi Shruti! Yes, home quarantine applies to all.
Is this still accurate? There were some news outlet announcements that with a negative covid test within 72 hours of flight take-off, there is no institution or home quarantine requirement in Mumbai for international travelers. Can you please confirm. Unfortunately, I have not been able to find an official communication yet.
Hi JS! The negative result of a RT-PCR test taken within 72 hours of your journey to India makes you eligible for exemption from both institutional quarantine and home quarantine.
Nice updates, indianeagle Ji..
Just to reconfirm – RT-PCR test taken within 72 hours of the journey to India makes one eligible for exemption from BOTH, repeat BOTH, institutional quarantine and home quarantine ? Meaning, no quarantine required at all ?
Not at all clear in various News Reports which equate No quarantine to Home quarantine.
Thanks….
Hi Raman! The Government of India’s guidelines which took effect on November 12 make you eligible for exemption from both institutional and home quarantine if you take a test before departure or after arrival. But the states have their own call on this policy. For instance, Karnataka has scrapped home quarantine for those having taken a test before undertaking the journey to Bangalore.
Hi,
I am travelling from Mexico to Mumbai Via Newark on 14th Nov and arriving Mumbai on 15th Nov.
I am an Indian Citizen holding a B1/B2 US VISA , my travel was purely business related.
I would like to know if I am required to fill the self reporting form and I also see the exemption form is for passenger who wants to take domestic transfers. Is Mumbai allowing international passengers to exit without these forms filled, if found asymptomatic .
Expect your prompt resoonse.
Thanks
Hi Vipul! Whoever is traveling to India from abroad is required to fill out the self-reporting form online or offline. The exemption form is valid for those who will take a test before undertaking the journey to India. If you neither travel with a negative RT-PCR test report from the port of origin/departure nor get tested at Mumbai airport after arrival, you will be subject to institutional quarantine. If you are on a short visit to India, you may get exempted to institutional quarantine.
I am traveling with my kids < 10 years. Do i still need to carry covid test to get exempted ? pls confirm
Hi Sri! If Mumbai is your first port of entry and final destination, you don’t need to take a COVID19 test for traveling with kids below 10 years of age.
Sorry. my port of entry that i am planning to book is newark to delhi, delhi to chennai.. pls clarify . i have kids <10 years accompanying me
I will be travelling from Canada November 13,2021 and will land in Dehili to do my immigration and customs( landing on November 14th AM). I will then take a domestic flight from Dehli to Mumbai within the same interiary and on the same day November 14th but in the afternoon, landing in Mumbai in the evening.
I will have undertaken my RT PCR test 72 hours prior to my departure from Canada. Is this enough to board my flight to Mumbai and exit the Mumbai airport?
Hi AV! Hope you’re aware about Air Suvidha where you need to submit a self-declaration form alongside uploading a negative COVID-19 report. If you’re a Canadian citizen, you must have a valid visa to India.
Hi AV can you please tell your experience, where you required to do testing at Delhi airport for boarding Mumbai flight? I have the same route booking for December 7th. Can anyone please guide as I am getting mixed opinion on this. Just to provide additional information that I have a short layover in Delhi for 2 hours so if again covid test is required before boarding Mumbai flight then it would to too difficult?
Hi Pkhiya! If you are fully vaccinated, make sure to upload your vaccine certificate and a negative RT-PCR test report on Air Suvidha. If you are found asymptomatic during thermal screening at Delhi airport, you will be exempted from additional testing.
Hi, im soon to travel from Houston to Mumbai, most probably through Heathrow via BA. My final destination will be mumbai itself. I wont be able to carry a test in US due to time restrictions.
can you advice the cost of the RT-PCR test at Mumbai airport and also if they accept USD.
Hi Khatri! An Express RT-PCR test at Mumbai airport costs around Rs 2000. We are not sure whether you can pay in USD.
Thank you for the information. I’ll try to arrange some INR before i fly. Appreciate your response.
Hi I am traveling from Sweden to Mumbai with my 5 years old son. Do we need to take Covid test? Will they let us go home without showing Covid test paper and do quarantine or do we need to take Covid test in Mumbai airport and wait for 8 hours? It’s very confusing as i saw in Air Suvidha website to register for exemption there is option for traveling with child blow 10 years. We won’t be able to take any Covid test from sweden. Plz give me the right information and we are Oci holders.
Hi Mary! If you are traveling directly to Mumbai (not via any other airport in India), you are eligible for exemption on grounds of traveling with a kid below 10 years. In case, testing is required, you can give your swab at Mumbai Airport and can go home instead of waiting at the premises for the result. FYI, Mumbai Airport is now allowing international arrivals to leave the airport premises and go home after collecting their swab for testing.
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Thanks for Informative article. I am travelling from NY to Mumbai, and then catch flight to Goa, which is my hometown. After getting the RT-PCR at Mumbai airport, do they allow me to travel to Goa immediately? Will there be still a home/institutional quarantine at Goa?
Hi Ravi! If the result is negative, you will be able to travel to Goa. There won’t be institutional quarantine for you in Goa; home quarantine may be there.
I have to book on arrival covid 19 test ,so I want link where I book appointments
Hi Yuvaraj! Please go through the article especially from the heading – ‘Express RT-PCR Test” and you will find the link.
is it okay if it like 76 hours before the flight instead of 72? thats the only appointment available in my location
Hi Shrey! If you take a test outside 72 hours from the journey to India, your exemption request may not be approved on Air Suvidha.
Hi, i am planning to travel from Lagos to Mumbai on 18th December 2020, prior to 96 hours i will go for COVID test if i test negative will i still be quarantine in Mumbai, because although i am from Gujarat but my onwards domestic journey from Mumbai to Indore, will i be allowed to travel to Indore same day?
Hi Santosh! It is no more 96 hours. According to the new guidelines effective from November 13, you need to take a test within 72 hours of undertaking the journey to India. A negative RT-PCR test makes you eligible for exemption from institutional quarantine and domestic travel from Mumbai to Indore.
@ Indianeagle. Thanks for all the work you guys do. Would you happen to know if the 72 hours cutoff is from the last flight out of US or first checkin. My flight is LAX-EWR-BOM. My flight out of EWR is 9 hours later with 6 hours flight and almost 3 hours layover. Any insight into this? United tells me it is 72 hours from LAX flight which I feel may be incorrect. When I probed, they said to check with embassy.
Hi JS! You have got the right information from United Airlines. 72 hours will be counted from LAX.
Thanks. After applying for quarantine exemption prior to travel with a valid negative test, does one get some kind of approval via email or is the application acknowledgement email the only correspondence available. I have seen people talk about getting rejection notifications but have not seen any approval correspondence stories. Any insight?
Hi, I am planning to arrive in Mumbai Airport from Frankfurt Airport (Germany) on a Lufthansa Flight with a Covid negative test. I will travel further to Hyderabad Airport from Mumbai. As mentioned above I might get a 7 day home quarantine.
My question is whether it is permitted to travel to Hyderabad from Mumbai after getting a quarantine stamp on hand!? Thank you in advance for your reply.
Hi Vijay! You will go into home quarantine for 7 days at your final destination. If your itinerary includes a domestic flight from Mumbai to Hyderabad, you will be allowed to continue your travel.
Many thanks for your information.
You’re welcome. Wish you a safe and happy flight.
Iam due to travel from Newark, NJ to mumbai on 11/20/2020, reading mumbai 11/21/2020.
I have taken the nt- PCR test 72 hr before flight but the results will take 5-8 days.
Please suggest how to proceed.
I have to travel to US to Bom tomorrow for Emergency and I didn’t have chance to get Rt-PCR report what is the best option for me?
Hi Yash! We regret the delay in responding to you. Hope you had a safe flight and reached your destination in good health.
Hi I am travelling to Mumbai from Toronto Via Frankfurt. I will be leaving on Nov 21 at 6 pm. My latest test was done on 18 Nov, at 5:30 pm. Will this result be considerate counting the 72/96 hrs period prior to boarding?
Please help.
Hi Urvish! We regret the delay in responding to your query. Hope you had a safe flight and reached your destination in good health. If possible, please share your travel experience in short so that others can benefit from your experience. Thank you!
Hi, I will be travelling from NYC to Mumbai and will be doing a Covid test 72 hours before departure. I have an onward journey by flight to Mangalore within 7 days of arrival. Would I be exempt from home quarantine and would I be allowed to travel.
Hi Gary! You will be allowed to travel to Mangalore given you share details of your onward journey on arrival at Mumbai Airport.
i am a seaman plan to fly from USA ( Houston ) Final Destination Diu on 9th December.
Please advise COVID Test at Mumbai Airport , and procedure to book online.
Please also advise after how many hours can i get confirm report
Hi Anil! It may take 5-6 hours to get the test result depending on the rush of international arrivals at Mumbai airport on a given day. You can book slots http://www.suburbandiagnostics.com for testing on arrival at Mumbai airport.
Hi there! Is there any flight restrictions upon entry? I am flying via British airways from SFO to BOM. Can I only board United to enter USA? I am on H1B visa. Also, can I only board Air India to enter India or British Airways is accepted?
Hi Afsha! If you are a stranded Indian national/passport holder in the USA, you can take a BA flight to enter India.
Is there any requirement for COVID test while traveling from Mumbai to Newark ? Or anything else that I need to be aware of . I am traveling to Newark on 26th Nov’2020.
Hi Rohit! There is no such requirement for those traveling to Newark or any other city in the US. In case you are required to take a COVID19 test upon arrival at Newark Liberty Airport, you can do it there. Newark Liberty Airport has a COVID testing facility for people flying in and out.
We four seniors will start journey from Fort Myers at 10.58 AM to Mumbai on 30 November 2020. We booked ourselves for test on 27 November 2020 at 10.30 to 11.00 AM slot(will take more time to give sample). I think it will work for 72 hrs. Is it ok if they test rapid antigen test? Booked on csmia.aero. Else should we go for RT PCR test elsewhere?
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Hello Mam! According to the Government of India, only negative RT-PCR tests will be considered valid in case of people traveling from abroad.
Planning to travel to Mumbai from Bangkok on 26th and I’ll arrive Mumbai@8:00 am and have RT-PCR report.
I need to travel Belgaum from Mumbai on 27th 12:45- 13-50 . Whether I need to test RTPCR again or earlier certificate(less than 72hrs) from Bangkok is it ok to travel Belgaum?
Hi Ninganagouda! If you are asymptomatic and carrying a negative RT-PCR test report from Bangkok, you don’t need to take another test on arrival at Mumbai Airport.
Planning to travel to Mumbai from UK on 12th dec. if I carry negative test report with me and I’m returning back to UK in 4 days will I be exempt from both institutional and home quarantine
Hi Akshay! There is no home quarantine for those traveling back within 7 days of their arrival in Mumbai. Traveling to Mumbai with confirmed tickets for your return flight is advisable.
travelling tomorrow to Mumbai from dubai for 3 days with negative test report and return ticket , i submit the application today only in portal but doubtful i will get approval in such a short period for quarantine exemption , what should i do
Thabk you for this informative posting! If we are traveling to another city like Latur/Aurangabad by road, after international arrival at Mumbai airport, can we arrange for our personal car and driver to pick us up or do we have to take the transportation arranged by government? I remember that being the case when institutional quarantine was required, but not sure if that is still the case now.
Hi Nilesh! We are not sure whether this regulation is still in place for international arrivals whose destination is within the state of Maharashtra. Please be advised to call the helpline of Mumbai International Airport.
We are traveling from US to Mumbai on Wed Dec 02, 2020. For Covid test 72 hrs before travel is the mandate i.e. we have to undertake the test on Sunday. In US labs are not open on Sat-Sun and moreover, the TAT is 5-10days. Please suggest how to go about it.
In US RT-PCR results are taking minimum 5-10 days and ICMR mandate is test should be done 72-hrs before travel and results we have to either upload or carry with us. All confusion!!
Therefore, we can take the test at Mumbai airport; but how long we have to be there; our home town is Mumbai, can we go home after the test or do we have to wait at the airport till we get the result from the test?
We are above 60 years old.
Hello Sir! You won’t be allowed to go home without the test result (negative) at Mumbai airport. You may get the result within 4-6 hours or it may take longer depending on the rush of international arrivals on a given day. You may request the health officials at Mumbai airport to prioritize the delivery of your test.
I am traveling to Mumbai airport from USA and will be carrying negative COVID test report.
What documents do I need to submit at airport? Like do I need to submit details of onward journey?
Because I am planning to qurantine myself for 2 days in hotel near Mumbai airport as for safe side I don’t want to trouble my family and after that I will go to my final destination.
Hi Rajesh! You need to submit a filled self-declaration form and the details of your onward journey after arrival at Mumbai Airport.
Hi,
I’m traveling back to united states (BOM-EWR-ATL) on Dec 8th from United Airlines.
Will I need a RT-PCR test report or it is not required at Newark or Atlanta airport.
Hi Devesh! Usually, those traveling to USA from India don’t need a RT-PCR test. It may be needed if Newark is your final destination.
Hello,
We are, four of us, travelling to Bombay on 16th. Flight from DC is at 5:30PM and reaches Mumbai on 17th night at 9:40pm. It takes 3-5 day to get results of RT-PCR results. We have appointment on 12th at 11:30 to do the test which is little more than 72 house before departure. Is that good enough? If we do it next day, i am afraid results may not come on time when we reach Mumbai. Also We have an onward flight to Mangalore next morning at 10:15. Do we still need to have test results before we take next flight out of Mumbai?
Another question is since we have about 12 hours before our next flight to Mangalore, we are planning to stay at hotel nearby for 12 hours, would that be ok? Will we able to leave the airport for 12 hours?
Thanks
Hi Jordan! As per the government mandate, the test must be taken within 72 hours prior to undertaking the journey. The time counts from when the sample is collected. If you receive the report (soft copy) by the time you arrive at Mumbai Airport, you can show it to the health officials there. Please note, you may not be allowed to continue domestic travel without a negative RT-PCR certificate.
I’m planning to travel from London to Mumbai. As I understand arriving international passengers will have an option of getting an RTPCR/ True Nat/CBNAA T (including GeneXpert) testing done at the entry
airport, wherever, whichever is available.
I undrstand RT-PCR is available at Mumbai but that takes about 7-8 hours.
At London Heathrow airport LAMP (Loop-mediated isothermal AMPlification) test is available. LAMP testing is not RT-PCR. Question I have is – Will I be able to go out to my home in Mumbai based on LAMP test assuming that is negative OR will I have to go for only RT-PCR test necessarily?
Hi CP! You have to go for a RT-PCR test.
Hi sir
I am planning to fly to Mumbai from Dubai for 3 days I have my test report and return ticket with me. I upload my document in the morning only in Air Suvidha portal for Quarantine exemption and still waiting for the approval , if the approval doesn’t come by the time I fly shall I cancel my traveling as I don’t want to get stuck in Mumbai or with the required documents in my hand I will be allowed to travel back in 3 days
Hi Kavita! Don’t worry! If your RT-PCR test report has a valid stamp and signature, you can carry it and a printed copy of the filled exemption form and a self-declaration form. Yes you will be able to travel back in 3 days.
If I upload a Negative COVID-19 test from Sydney Australia within 72 hours of my boarding the flight to Mumbai with a transit halt of 3 hours at Singapore, will I be required to do another RT-PCR test at Mumbai arrivals or will I be allowed to go home without any Tests or Quarantine requirements ….. please remember Australia is not in a travel bubble with India, but travel exemptions are given to Citizens / OCI holders on a case to case basis
Hi Ashish! Yes, you will be allowed to go home without institutional quarantine. Please note you may have to serve home quarantine.
Dear Indianeagle, I am travelling to Mumbai on 27th Dec from UK and unfortunately don’t have any slot available anywhere to get a PCR test done. I have ticket with British Airways. If you can please help me to find a) will BA allow kw boars the flight without PCR? b) After coming to Mumbai can I get the test done? c) in that case what is quarantine requirement?
Instead of Mumbai , I can also go to Chennai. Is PCR mandatory for Chennai airport?
Any info you can provide will be very useful.
Hi Bhaskar! A RT-PCR test is mandatory for both Chennai and Mumbai airports. Both the airports have a dedicated COVID testing facility for international arrivals. We are not sure whether British Airways allows onboarding of travelers without a COVID negative report. You get tested either before departure or after arrival, 14-day home quarantine is mandatory.
Dear Indianeagle,
You are doing fabulous job in this situation. Thank you!
I am travelling from Dubai to Mumbai on 14th Dec (2 am) with my wife and son (6 years old). I need your valuable advice on below points –
1. I am planning to take RT-PCR test on Friday 11th morning around 10 am. It will be 62hr before flight departure. Is it OK?
2. Do we need to take RT-PCR test for my Son who is 6 years old?
3. I have submitted self-declaration form on Airsuvidha site and got the soft copy. Do I need to apply for the exemption form?
4. After landing in Mumbai, we are heading to my native Sangli (Maharashtra) by road.
In this case if we have negative RT-PCR test (within 72 hrs) then can we get the exemption from home quarantine.
Hi Sandeep! Thank you for appreciating our effort! Yes, it is OK to take a test within 72 hours of undertaking the journey from Dubai. In fact, you are eligible for exemption for traveling with a kid below 10 years; hence, your kid does not need to take a test. You need to apply for exemption on grounds of traveling with a kid. Not sure you will get exemption from home quarantine based on the negative Rt-PCR certificate.
Hi,
I plan to travel to Mumbai from US with RT-PCR test report and want to leave Mumbai within 7 days to come back to US. Will I be allowed to travel back at the Mumbai airport? Or I will have to do 14 days of home quarantine before I can travel back?
Hi Sunita! If you travel with confirmed return flight tickets and show it on arrival at Mumbai airport, you are likely to get exempted from home quarantine during your short trip.
Hi,
I will be travelling to Mumbai from Dubai.
Do I have to carry hard copy of Rt Pcr report.
Or report sent online with message it is a computer generated does not need any stamp is also valid.
Will it be accepted in Mumbai Airport
Hi Sundeep! It is highly recommended you carry a hard copy of the RT-PCR test report. You can show a soft copy after arrival at Mumbai airport, but we are not sure whether the report without a stamp or signature will be accepted.
I am traveling to Dubai on 10night at 10.15 and got my report test on 9 th and just will get the report, if I return to India on 13 night 9.50 flight do I have to do the rt per test again
Hi Khashiya! By the time you will return to India, the test report will be older than 96 hours. We are not sure if the test report will be considered valid on your return to India. Please be advised to call the helpline of Delhi Airport.
Hi,
Thanks for fabulousnwork…
I am travelling to Mumbai from Manchester via Doha on 11 Dec 2020. I have -ve PCR Test done yesterday (within 72 hours prior to my departure). I have some work in Kochi on 16th December and return back to Mumbai on 18th December. My return Journey from Mumbai will depend on work completion in Kochi. Will I be exempted.from home quarantine at least.till my Kochi work is completed
I have registered on Delhi Airport website and have a soft copy of same…
Your quick reply will be highly appreciated.
Hi Tanveer! If your visit is shorter or equal to 7 days from the date of arrival, you have chances to get exempted from home quarantined. On arrival at Mumbai airport, you need to share the details of your onward journey.
I took a test and I am onboard and now they are telling me my sample was not enough for the test but I have no symptoms of Covid. What should I do in this case?
Thanks in advance.
Hi Shweta! May we know where you are traveling to, what airline you will be traveling on?
I will be traveling from Newark to Mumbai and staying in Mumbai for 3 days. I will carry results of my covid test with me, done within 72 hrs of my travel. Will I be exempt from home quarantine if my test is negative? Will I be allowed to travel back to the US within 3 days of reaching Mumbai?
Hi Geeta! Yes, you will be allowed to travel back in 3 days. Make sure to carry and show confirmed return tickets upon arrival at Mumbai airport. FYI, there is no home quarantine for those returning within 7 days.
Hi I am planning to travel from pudong to Mumbai via hongkong and Dubai! My flight at Dubai is on 19 th dec arriving at Mumbai 20 th 2 am! My flight is at pudong on 18 th dec around 12.45 pm ! I will plan going to do pcr test and upload the test report and exemption report online ! Is it still required anything to be follow up! Pls kindly advise
Hi Anil! You need to fill out a self-reporting form, fill out an exemption form based on a RT-pCR test report and submit a self-declaration regarding authenticity of the report. You need to download the Aarogya Setu app.
Hi
Thanks for the work you are doing in such a crucial time and helping passengers.
I am traveling with my family from US (Newark) to Mumbai on 22nd (Tuesday) and will arrive on 23rd. We have return ticket to travel back on 5th January (total 13 days stay in India). We are planning to take RT-PCR test in US on Saturday (within 72 hours limit). Due to weekend, I suspect I will not get my RT-PCR result before I travel but I may get it when I am in transit.
If I do not get result in transit then I will need to get RT-PCR test done on arrival. Can I take advance appointment for the same anticipating that I may not get result when I arrive? Do I need to book hotel for a day and get tested at Mumbai airport on next day or immediately on arrival we will be tested? How much is the wait time if we are immediately tested? Can we leave right after our result is negative?
We are also planning to get RT-PCR test done in advance of 72 hours to make sure we have negative result. Can I upload that result on Airsuvidha and show our return tickets of stay only for 13 days and get exception from test on arrival?
Your quick response is much appreciated.
Hi Dipak! Mumbai International Airport has launched Express COVID19 testing facility for immediate testing of international arrivals, which you can book online in advance. Please go through the article and find the link of the website where you can book the test in advance. If you successfully upload the RT-PCR report on Air Suvidha and if it gets approved, no need to take a test on arrival at Mumbai Airport.
Appreciate your response. I would also like to know that since we are traveling to India only for 13 days, do we still need to home quarantine for 7 days after negative test result?
Hi Dipak! May we know your final destination in India?
Hii
I am coming from Saudi via Dubai via Bengaluru. And I have valid RT-PCR test report negative. What’s the procedure for me
Hi Akbar! You need to register on Karnataka government’s SevaSindhu portal, apply for an e-pass, fill out a self-reporting form on Air Suvidha and submit an exemption form on Air Suvidha.
Hi,
Thank you for answering all queries, this site is really helpful!
I am traveling from Chicago to Mumbai and Mumbai is my final destination. I am a US passport holder with OCI. I wanted to know if I can travel by British airways direct to Mumbai or do I need to go via Delhi? Also, do I need to get tested if I am only going to be there for 11 days?
Thanks.
Hi Jaya! You can travel to Mumbai on British Airways. In order to evade 7 days of institutional quarantine, you need an RT-PCR negative certificate. As per latest updated issued last week, Mumbai Airport allows international arrivals to exit the airport premises and go home after collecting their swab for testing, instead of making them wait a few hours for the result.
Hi ,
I am coming from USA, Kansas state, My travel date is Dec 17th and gave COVID test on Dec 14th ( because Airsuvidha website saying within 72 hours) and still waiting for test result, Test center person clearly told that it might take 48 to 96 hours.
Please let me know if I can show the result in email once I reached Mumbai on Dec 18th night 09:40 pm because AirSuvidha website is not allowing to submit without RT-PRC test result.
Thanks
Lokesh
Hi Lokesh! Yes, you can show the result in email. Please do make sure the result/report has a valid stamp and signature of the testing lab. In case you don’t get the result by the time you land at Mumbai Airport, you can give your swab for testing at Mumbai airport and exit the airport. FYI, Mumbai Airport is now allowing international arrivals to go home after collecting their swab for testing, instead of making them wait for the result.
Hello, if I am an American citizen leaving male Maldives going to Mumbai and then on to New York. Do I need a covid test or will I be subject to quarantine?
Hello! Yes, you need an RT-PCR negative certificate and a confirmed ticket for flight to New York from Mumbai.
I along with my mother will be coming from Houston Texas with the COVID test reports in January what will be the procedure for us
Hi Aamna! You need to fill out a self-reporting form, apply for exemption based on an RT-PCR test and submit a declaration on Air Suvidha. Please go through https://www.indianeagle.com/travelbeats/air-suvidha-inbound-travelers-india/ for more information.
Hi
I am traveling from Newark to Hyderabad via Mumbai .if I am unable to show COVID negative reports on Mumbai airport my layover time is only 3hrs 30 mins to get tested at Mumbai airport the time is sufficient to continue my travel to Hyderabad..?
Hi Swetha! No, the connection time/layover is not sufficient to take a test and get the result at Mumbai Airport. FYI, Mumbai Airport is now allowing international arrivals to “go home” after collecting their swab for testing, instead of making them wait long hours for the result. However, we are not sure whether the relaxation is only for those whose final destination is Mumbai itself. Please be advised to call Mumbai Airport or Delhi Airport.
Hi I have to travel to Mumbai on 26th morning from dubai I will be carrying a covid rt pcr test report with me I will have to fly back to Mumbai same day on 26th
Will I have to take a covid test again and how will the results come so soon
Hi Rakhi! No COVID test is required again if you travel back to Dubai the same day (unless a fresh COVID test is mandated by Dubai).
Hi, I am travelling with my family from the US to Mumbai, if we have negative reports i.e. RT-PCR then how many days quarantine is required? And I want to do my marriage in Mumbai so within how many days after arriving in Mumbai I can do that?
Hi, I am traveling with my family from the US to Mumbai, if I have negative reports i.e. RT-PCR, then how many days of quarantine is required? And I want to do marriage in Mumbai so within how many days after arriving at Mumbai I can do marriage?
Hi Devanshi! All international arrivals are bound to under home-quarantine for 14 days in Mumbai, Pune, Nagpur, Kolhapur and Aurangabad. Wish you all the best!
hie i am going to dubai on tourist visa so ehile returning from dubai do i have to do 96 hours prior corona test or not .and after arriving mumbai i have train journey to surat
Hi Arwa! You need to take an RT-PCR test within 72 hours of undertaking the journey from Dubai.
Hello, I need your advice on my scenerio. I am planning to travel on 27th Dec from Glasgow to Pune. My flights will be from Glasgow to London and then from London to Mumbai with British Airways. Then I want to travel to my home at Pune by road. Now I have few questions:
1. Will British Airways allow me to board their flights, if I don’t take RT-PCR test at Glasgow?
2. I want to take RT-PCR test on arrival at Mumbai airport. I didn’t find any link for booking a test on csmia.aero website just like we have on newdelhiairport.in for arrivals in Delhi. Please guide on booking, payments, procedure, etc.
3. Can I travel by road to Pune, after getting negative results of RT-PCR tests (after waiting for 8-10 hrs at airport)?
4. Which other GOI/MH govt exemption forms, do I need to fill apart from Self Declaration form on Air Suvidha portal?
Thanks!
Hi Swapnil! Please check with British Airways whether onboarding is allowed without an RT-PCR test certificate. You can log on to http://www.suburbandiagnostics.com and book a slot. In case the test-booking website is not working, please call the helpline of Mumbai International Airport. Yes, you can take a road trip if the test result is negative. You need to install Aarogya Setu app on your phone using an Indian phone number. Please note Mumbai Airport is now allowing international arrivals (those without an RT-PCR certificate) to leave the airport and ‘go home’ after collecting their swab, instead of making them wait long hours for the result. We are not sure if this relaxation applies to you (because you will travel to Pune).
Thanks a lot for your vital inputs. British Airways is not confirming anything even after chasing from last 3 days. 🙂
The link for booking a test is working fine for me. Thanks for that. And regarding traveling to Pune, it is fine for us to wait at airport itself till results come. Two more things on which I need your inputs:
1. Undertaking form for passengers of International Arrivals at csmia.aero site. I believe this form is also needed along with Air Suvidha self declaration and Aarogya setu app. Can you please enlighten me on this one, please.
2. How many days of home quarantine I need to undego with a negative RT-PCR test? Can I change home location during the ongoing period of home quarantine. If so, then please let me know the procedure for the same.
Thanks!
Hi Swapnil! Hope you must have got the news that India suspended flights to and from the UK till December 31. Maharashtra government has made 14-day institutional quarantine mandatory for travelers from all over Europe.
Thanks a lot for your reply. Yes, I have read the same. I think the institutional quarantine clause needs some more clarity. Please do let me know about further news on the same when available. Thanks!
Hi Swapnil! There is no further update.
Hi thank you for the helpful information! I am traveling from EWR to Ahmedabad via Mumbai. My entire round trip from USA to India is for 18 days. so first airport entry Mumbai upon landing India but final destination is Ahmedabad. But I am planning to travel to Mumbai again within 4-5 days of arrival, would I be ok to take the domestic flight within 4-5 days if I have a negative test within 72 hours before departure from USA?
Thank you for your help in advance!!
Hello! A negative RT-PCR test report qualifies you for exemption from institutional quarantine, not from home quarantine. We are not sure if you will be able to take a domestic flight back to Mumbai during home quarantine in Ahmedabad.
Hello,
I am doing a covid test today (Dec 20). My flight to Delhi is on Dec 23. I will reach Delhi early morning of Dec 24. The same evening I have a flight to Mumbai. Will my test be covid test result allow me to take the domestic flight?
Hello! You are supposed to take an RT-PCR test 72 hours prior to undertaking the journey to India, not arrival in India.
Hi,
I’m traveling from USA to Mumbai via Amsterdam, with -tive COVID RT-PCR test. Where I have to submit my test results and what other applications I have to download in order to avoid institutional quarantine.
Thank you so much.
Hi Naved! You need to upload the test result and fill out an exemption form on Air Suvidha (a section of Delhi airport website). You also need to submit a declaration on Air Suvidha and install Aarogya Setu App on your mobile device.
Hi Naved,
Wondering how your travel was. Was transiting through Amsterdam cause of any issues due to the Covid protocols in place and upon arriving in India? I plan to travel and wondering if direct flight from US to India would be good or to transit through Amsterdam, thus asking the question.
Thank you!
Hi,
I am traveling on 23rd Dec from Helsinki to Mumbai via Doha and further traveling to Belgaum. Regarding the recent development in Maharashtra, I read news of compulsory institutional quarantine for 14 days, even if -ve test results are shown. Do, I need to quarantine even if I have an onwards journey traveling to Karanataka? I will be traveling by Spicejet from Mumbai to Belgaum.
Hi Ashish! There is no clarity yet. The directive issued by Maharashtra says that all travelers from Europe and the Middle East will be put to institutional quarantine for 14 days. On completion of 14 days, they will be allowed to go home. As of now it is not clear whether this applies to only Mumbai-bound international arrivals from Europe and the Middle East. Please be advised to call the helpline of Mumbai International Airport.
Thanks!
Hey! I am flying to Mumbai from Calgary on 29 Dec via Doha. Its Calgary – Toronto – Doha – Mumbai and I will be travelling with a covid test result. Are people with layovers in Middle East and Europe subject to institutional quarantine as well or is it just for flights originating from these regions?
Hi Savleen! We have the same question too. As of now there is no clarity.
Hello,
I am travelling on 24th Dec from Stockholm to Mumbai via Paris.
If I have a PCR test done at Stockholm done within 72 hours of flying, what would be the procedure at Mumbai airport?
Do I still need to undergo institutional quarantine? Is it required to get tested again at mumbai airport?
Kind regards,
Pravin
Hi Pravin! This morning Maharashtra government has made 14-day institutional quarantine mandatory for all travelers from Europe and the Middle East. There is no much clarity on the announcement yet, regarding those who will travel with a negative RT-PCR test report.
Hey ! I’m flying from france with my kid age 3 years old. I have done my covid test. Its a direct flight from france to Mumbai. Does this new quaranteen applies to me as my final destination is goa. Please reply as soon as possible because I prefer cancelling my flight then going through quaranteen. Also if you could provide me the helpline number for quick and confirm answers to my questions.Thank you.
Hi Sumaya! As per the update, the new institutional quarantine policy applies to all travelers from Europe. We’re not sure whether you will get exemption because of the negative COVID report and the kid below 10 years of age. Please call the helpline (022 66851010) of Mumbai Airport.
I called, and they said NO EXEMPTIONS. Even if you’re coming to Mumbai for 4 days, they will quarantine you for 7/14 days first.
Hi, I am traveling from US ( Los Angeles) to India on December 25th via Dubai.( Emirates flight). I will be carrying my RT-PCR test result with me.
Would I be exempted for home quarantine?
New quarantine rule at the airport applies to flight from US as well or it is just for Europe?
Please help. Thanks in advance!!
Hi Srini! In Maharashtra, there is no exemption from home quarantine unless you are on a very short visit. Maharashtra’s new institutional quarantine rule applies to travelers from the Middle East and Europe, not the USA as of now.
Actually I called both MCGM and the airport authorities. Both made it very clear, NO EXEMPTIONS, even for a 1 day visit. Their word was – DON’T COME.
I’m interested in hearing from anyone who has arrived in Mumbai from Europe or the Middle East after this recent Maharashtra policy came in on 22nd.
Basically, there is a lot of confusion.
Hi John! Exactly. No exemption from institutional quarantine for those from Europe and the Middle East.
Hi Sir, I am coming From Saudi Arabia and my flight Is Saudi to sharjah to mumbai to Goa….if I have valid covid-PCR then I may go to take My Goa flight….? because the day I reach in mumbai at 11..20 am I have My Goa flight, please reply.
Hi Sukasumil! You may not be allowed to travel further because Mumbai has a mandatory institutional quarantine policy for travelers from the Middle East and Europe though they travel with a negative RT-PCR report.
Hi, Thanks for information!
I am planning to travel to Mumbai from USA on Dec 26,2020 .I will get myself tested for Covid in USA 72 hours prior to travel. But due to holiday season, I might not get test results by the time I reach Mumbai.
Whether I will get institutional quarantined at Mumbai? Or can I get tested at airport itself on same day?
Also, is there any facility to stay at airport by the time we expect Covid test results?
Thanks in advance!
Hi Priya! Yes, you can take a test after arrival at Mumbai Airport. Please log on to http://www.suburbandiagnostics.com and book a testing slot in advance.
Hi
I am traveling From New York To Mumbai on a Direct Flight on Dec 23, 2020 until Jan 14, 2021.
I uploaded the RT PCR test on the AirSuvidha portal for an exemption from institutional quarantine.
The same was rejected. I have the RT PCR – ve result certificate issued on Dec 21 as well as Dec 22. at New York.
Kindly advise
Hi Saahil! No worries! You can produce the report on arrival at Mumbai Airport and submit a self-declaration. Based on an assessment of the report, you will be allowed to exit the airport or continue your onward air travel from Mumbai Airport.
Hi Saahil can you share your experience at the Mumbai airport. My sister is also coming tomorrow and her RT pcr is negative and she has a direct flight but till her exemption got rejected. Can you tell were you allowed to go home ?
Hi Megha! Many Mumbai-bound travelers faced the same issue in the past two days. Don’t worry. If the test was taken 72 hours prior to undertaking the journey to India, it will be accepted at Mumbai Airport. She can submit it along with an undertaking (https://www.csmia.aero/pdf/covid-19/Revised_Undertaking_Form_for_International_Arrival_Passengers_10.12.2020.pdf) after arrival at Mumbai Airport.
Hello.
I am travelling from S.A. Johannesburg to Dubai international airport toMumbai international airport .
I am Indian citizen so do I have to quarantine even if I am tested negative.
If yes where do I have to quarantine at home or in airport residence.
Hi Nizam! Reportedly, this weekend the institutional quarantine policy for Mumbai-bound travelers from Europe, South Africa and the Middle East has been revised making institutional quarantine mandatory for them. As per media reports, no COVID test on arrival for those travelers in particular. Please call the helpline of Mumbai Airport.
Hi Saahil,
I am in the same situation. I am traveling from NY to Mumbai on direct flight on Dec 25, 2020. My quarantine exemption application was rejected on AirSuvidha.
If you have travelled already could you please share your experience?
Thanks in advance !
Hi i am traveling to uae on 26th December and coming back on 1st jan 2021. Will i and my wife will be institutional qurantine for 7 or 14days inspite of getting rt pcr test done from UAE and getting negative test report? My final destination willl be Mumbai only
Please let me know so that i can cancel my ticket. Only 2 days left .
Hi VJ! Please go through the first two paragraphs of the latest update in the article.
yes i gone through but still confused as some articles reads as compulsion institutional quartine even if the reports from Uae is negative. While some articles says that if you have negative Rt -PCR test report you will be exempted. so it will be needful if you can clear my doubts.
thank you.
Hi Vj! Don’t get confused. Be assured that you neither need to take a test or undergo institutional quarantine if you have a negative RT-PCR test report. At the same time, please note that the rules may change any time. Please keep a watch.
I am travelling from Jaipur to Goa on 25 Dec but I have 6 hour layover at Mumbai Airport…where m not going into Mumbai city I will be Mumbai airport Nd will wait for my connecting Goa flight…should I still need to carry Covid negative report….
Hi Rohit! Yes, you need. Goa requires you to show a COVID19 negative certificate issued within 48 hours by an ICMR-recognized lab.
Hi
I am traveling From New York To Mumbai on a Direct Flight on Dec 25, 2020.
I uploaded the RT PCR test on the AirSuvidha portal for an exemption from institutional quarantine.
The same was rejected. I have the RT PCR – ve result certificate issued on Dec 23.
Kindly advise
Hi Srini! Don’t worry if you took the test as per the norms – 72 hours prior to your undertaking the journey from New York. You can show the hard/soft copy of the report after arrival at Mumbai Airport. Make sure the report features ‘RT-PCR’ and a valid stamp/signature from the testing lab.
Ditto, same situation for my mom, she is flying on 25th but her app was rejected.
Hi
I am traveling From Dubai To Indore via Mumbai Flight on Jan 1st, 2021.
I will upload the RT PCR test on the AirSuvidha portal for an exemption from institutional quarantine.
So can I travel to Indore without any institutional Quarantine in Mumbai?
Kindly advise
Hi Qutub! Make sure to take an RT-PCR test as per the norm – within 72 hours of your journey from Dubai. No matter if the report is rejected on Air Suvidha. You can show it after arrival at Mumbai Airport. Based on an assessment of the report by the health officials and airport authorities, you will get exempted from institutional quarantine.
If someone is travelling with kid from Dubai to Mumbai, do they still have to go for institutional quarantine for 7 days with the kid or they can opt for home quanrantine
Hi Shazeen! We are not sure whether travelers with kids from Dubai are exempted from institutional quarantine. Please call the helpline of Mumbai International Airport.
Hie, I am flying on 25th from Newark to Mumbai. I did my test in 22nd and received the negative result on 23rd. I uploaded the same on the online portal for exemption but got rejected stating that I meet the MCGM team on arrival at the Mumbai airport. What can I do here? The result has been electronically signed of course and that is the only document I have for the test. Do I need to test again at the airport?
Sir, i want travel from Los angles to mumbai on January 20th. What can i do for safely will going to Surat Gujarat.
Pls advise me.
Hi Amlesh! You either take an RT-PCR test 72 hours prior to your journey from Los Angeles or get tested after arrival at Mumbai Airport. Please note you won’t be able to continue your journey to Surat without a negative RT-PCR test report. Besides, you need to fill out a self-reporting form and apply for exemption in the same time frame on Air Suvidha (a section of Delhi Airport website). You can book your travel on our website – IndianEagle.com – or call our travel advisors at 1-800-615-3969 for hassle-free booking, the best itinerary, and all the information related to your travel. Thank you!
Hi, my father and my sister are travelling from Kenya to Mumbai via sharjah transit , will they have to quarantine in a hotel or institution? They will be having a test done on a day before the travel.
Please advise.
Hi Avani! Currently, institutional quarantine is mandatory for travelers from Europe, South Africa and the Middle East. As your father and sister will travel from East Africa and if they have a negative RT-PCR test report, they have chances of getting exempted from institutional quarantine.
Can someone educate officials at Mumbai airport on the guidelines or requesting Government to put educated people at the airport who understand guidelines properly. I landed today 26th December, i travelled from Uganda with negative covid test report done on 23rd December and I also got exemption approval on Air Suvidha Portal. In spite of this I am forced to go under institutional quarantine for 7 days. Absolute nonsense things are happening at the airport and seriously people working at the airport needs to be educated. I have to bear covid test cost before traveling and now paying for hotel and again will pay for covid test. How pathetic this is? Can Central government and Maharashtra government do something about this? This is financial loss to me and also to other people. Are they going to bear our cost for sheer uneducated people working at the airport.
Hi Ashish! What you have gone through is truly pathetic. Thank you for sharing your experience. You can tweet your grievance tagging the Ministry of Civil Aviation, Mumbai Airport, the Ministry of External Affairs, and the Ministry of Home Affairs.
Hello,
Refer ring to your post December 23, 2020
I am travelling to Mumbai from Doha and I am a resident of Mumbai .If I bring Negative PCR report then can i get exemption of Institutional quarantine. I have not travelled any where in last 10 months except Doha.
As nowhere it is confirmed of exemption in all the news and MCGM circular.
Thanks
Hi Ishak! On December 25, the policy for travelers from the Middle East, Europe and South Africa was revised to make institutional quarantine mandatory for them. Hence, no COVID test on arrival for them. Asymptomatic travelers from the Middle East, Europe and South Africa will be shifted to payable institutional quarantine facilities where they will be tested on the seventh day.
Hi! i want to travel from Oman (Muscat) , 1) If i have RT-PCR negative report from here, there is mandatory for institutional quarantine at Mumbai airport ?2) for institutional quarantine can we choose the hotel as we can wish as per provided list of hotels?
Hi Nawaz! On December 25, the policy for travelers from the Middle East, Europe and South Africa was revised to make institutional quarantine mandatory for them. Hence, no COVID test on arrival for them. Asymptomatic travelers from the Middle East, Europe and South Africa will be shifted to payable institutional quarantine facilities where they will be tested on the seventh day.
Hi I am planning to travel on 1st Jan from Toronto to Mumbai flight with layover in Newyark. I am planning to take an RT-PCR test on 29th i.e. 72 hours prior to departure. Would i be exempted from institutional qurantine in case it turns out to be negative
Hi Arjun! In case the test result is negative, you will surely be exempted from institutional quarantine. Make sure to apply for exemption on and upload the report to Air Suvidha.
Hi I want to travel from US to Gujarat but i have heard that passengers are being harassed and robbed on the name of very pricy Institutional quarantine. I can not afford to pay for hotel and for the laboratory tests ? Will I get arrested by the mafia government if I can not pay for lab test and quarantine ?
Hi Rajesh! If you take an RT-PCR test within 72 hours prior to your departure from the USA and if you upload the test result onto Air Suvidha or show it on arrival, you will get exempted from institutional quarantine.
I’m traveling from USA on dec 31st I’ll reach Mumbai at 10 pm on Jan 1 st.. my next domestic flight is on Jan 2nd 6 .30pm if I bring RT PCR test negative report can i stay in airport till my next domestic flight. Or I’m not bring RT PCR test report what is the rules effect me.. I’ll do PCR test in on arrival
Hi Marvin! If you carry a negative RT-PCR test report, you can accommodate yourself in some lounge or hotel at the airport premises. Otherwise, you can take a test on arrival at Mumbai Airport. You can log on to http://www.suburbandiagnostics.com and book a test in advance.
Hi,
I have couple of questions
We are planning to travel from CLT -> EWR -> BOM on United Airlines
1. Is the 72 hours rule from scheduled departure of international flight (from EWR) or from 1st domestic airport (CLT)? I have a domestic connection in USA (CLT) before I take the international flight? Please advise.
2. Is the RT-PCR test required for quarantine exemption for Senior Citizens (75 years of age)?
Hi Megh! You need to take an RT-PCR test 72 hours prior to your flight from Charlotte (CLT). Senior citizens too require a negative RT-PCR report to evade institutional quarantine.
Hi indianeagle,
Thank you very much for replying to all my questions promptly.
Thank you very much for your time and service that you are providing.
Hi sir, I’m going to fly onward January 5th 2021 Dubai to Nagpur via Mumbai. If I have PRC negative test result ,so where I’ll to quarantine ??
Hi Nandkishor! You will be home-quarantined at the final destination. Make sure to mention your address in Nagpur while filling out a declaration/home quarantine form online or offline.
I am travelling on 8th Jan from Dubai to Mumbai. Is there a possibility mandatory quarantine rule can be revised by that time.
To avoid quarantine can i travel from Dubai to Hyderabad and then take domestic flight from Hyderabad to mumbai on same. Any chance to get quarantine then.
I will be taking pcr test report along with me.
Hi Sajid! The quarantine rule for Mumbai-bound travelers from the Middle East and Europe may be revised post December 31. We are not sure whether the trick will work.
I am travelling from Toronto-Abudhabi-Mumbai on 3rd jan 2021.
Lay over is for only 3 hours at Abudhabi.
If i hv covid negative test (RT-PCR test) from toronto accorfing to mumbai guidlines of 72 hour prior the departure and i have a child with me as well. I will be exempted from institutional quarantine at Mumbai Airport?
My final destination is Mumbai.
And if inspite of two of the exemption criteria if they ask to quarantine than do v have a list of hotels whr v need to do or v can do according to our convenient hotel.
Please advice in both scenarios.
Can you please give me the contact number to enquire at mumbai airport of constantly changing rules.
Thanking you
Please advice
Hi Aafrin! We are not sure whether the compulsory institutional quarantine will apply to you. Please contact the helpline of Mumbai International Airport at 022 66851010.
Sir, I am traveling from Newark to Mumbai on Dec 30th (direct flight) and intend to fly back from Mumbai to Newark on Jan 10th 2021.
Reason for travel to Mumbai – Immediate family member passed away, hence need to conduct rituals.
Will be in Mumbai for the entire stay.
Will be caring a RT-PCR test that was conducted on Dec 28th with me. (that will have been under 72 hours).
Will be caring death certificate of deceased family member.
Q1 – Will i be allowed to leave the airport?
Q2 – Do i need to fill any document?
Q3 – Is there any category that i fall under?
Q4 – For return flight, do i need to conduct another test?
Q5 – My total stay is only 10 days. Is that ok?
Request your quick response. Thankyou!
Hi Nirupam! We’re very sorry for the mishap in your family. Yes, you will be allowed to leave the airport. You may be asked to fill out a declaration form (with your local contact number and address). You fall under one of the exemption categories for the death in immediate family. You don’t need a COVID test unless it is mandated by the governor of New Jersey for travelers entering or returning to Newark. Usually, all international travelers are bound to serve 14-day home quarantine. You may get exempted for your scenario and the 10-day short trip. Make sure to have your return flight tickets during arrival at Mumbai Airport.
Thankyou Indiaeagle team for your prompt response. Very much appreciated! I have filled the undertaking form and registered with the self reporting form. Thanks for sharing the exemption details, i have raised an exemption request and tagged it to my self reporting registration.
Q – how long will it take for the exemption request to get approved? is there anyway one can track it?
Also, with regards to this –
You may get exempted for your scenario and the 10-day short trip.
Q – Do i need to take some kind of approval/stamp for my return.
Request your quick response. Thankyou!
Hi Nirupam! The approval time varies from passenger to passenger. Don’t worry even if you don’t get approval on time. You can carry a printout of the filled self-reporting form, the RT-PCR test report and the death certificate, and show the same on arrival at the airport. It will work. Given your situation and the short visit, you will be exempted from home quarantine too. There is no need to take approval for return.
Hi,
I will be traveling from Ranchi to Mumbai on Feb 9th. Is there home quarantine for domestic passengers if they are asymptomatic? I am further planning to fly to Newark on Feb 18th from Mumbai. Kindly guide me as to my quarantine procedures in Mumbai for the same.
Hi Kumkum! As of now there is no quarantine for asymptomatic domestic travelers in Mumbai.
HEllo sir,
My mom who was on a tourist visa is travelling back to Mumbai, India from Newark, USA on Jan 6th and reaching mumbai on Jan 7th . We have booked the Air india direct flight from newark to mumbai.
Here is my question.
1. I already filled the self reporting form since it had to be filled at least 72 hours before departure. Correct?
2, Since the flight is Jan 6th form Newark, i am planning to take the appointment for RT PCR test on Jan 3rd around midafternoon since that will be within the 72 hour time limit. Correct?
3. However since i will have the result only by Jan 5th, i can only fill the exemption certificate on Jan 5th. Is that Okay? Some people were saying that exemption request needs to be also filed before 72 hours of departure?
4. also The RT PCR test should be taken 72 hours before departure from US or 72 hours before arrival in Mumbai?
5. Any other documents that you think will be needed to make sure my mom doesn’t has to do any institutional quarantine and her process at mumbai airport is smooth and she can go out of the airport and reach home quickly?
Appreciate your quick response on the same?
Hi Hariharan! The first and the second are correct. You can fill the exemption form and upload the test receipt before you receive the test result. An RT-PCR test should be taken 72 hours prior to the scheduled departure from the USA. Regarding the fifth query, you can fill out a declaration form on Air Suvidha for her and give her a printout. Or you can access it here https://www.csmia.aero/pdf/covid-19/Revised_Undertaking_Form_for_International_Arrival_Passengers_10.12.2020.pdf
I am taking a flight from SFO -> EWR -> BOM. My question is about COVID negative testing requirement. Should the test be taken 72 hours prior to my flight from SFO or my flight from EWR?
Hello! Yes, the test must be taken within 72 hours prior to your flight from SFO.
Hi, I am travelling from Toronto to Mumbai Via Delhi on 18th January. What will be the quarantine rules in Mumbai. Will it be institutional or home quarantine and the number of days. I will be carrying the RT-PCR test with me within 72 hours as required.
Thanks
Hi Priya! Nothing can be said certainly about the quarantine norms in the third week of January. You will be exempted from institutional quarantine for having a negative RT-PCR test report for sure. By then, home quarantine may be reduced to 7 days or lifted for asymptomatic travelers.
Thank you for the prompt response.
No problem. Wish you a happy and safe flight.
Hi, I am traveling from San Francisco to Hyderabad and Hyderabad is my final destination. I am a US passport holder with OCI. I will take an RT-PCR test within 72 hours prior to my departure from the USA and I will upload the test result onto Air Suvidha or show it on arrival. My total stay is only for 7 to 10 days. I am planning to travel on 3//26/2021 from San Francisco to Hyderabad and will back on 4/4/2021 , will I be subject to institutional or home quarantine in Hyderabad? Please advice as I need to visit Hyderabad no matter what. Thanks.
Hi Pinky! You will be exempted from institutional quarantine for having a negative RT-PCR report. If you travel with confirmed return flight tickets, you will get exemption from home quarantine too. Hope the quarantine norms will be relaxed by the time you will travel.
Thank you Indianeagle for your prompt response. Much appreciated! Just in case inspite of two of the exemption criteria if they ask to quarantine then whom should I contact as my stay is too short. Appreciate all your help and look forward for your reply.
Hi Pinky! If the situation does not worsen further, you won’t be quarantined. The airport officials will approve exemption to you. Thank you for appreciation our efforts. Be requested to recommend Indian Eagle Travel to your friends and relatives for booking of flights.
I am traveling from dubai to mumbai on 8th Jan. My return ticket from mumbai to dubai is 14th Jan.
Do i still need to get institutional quarantine if i show return ticket.
Hi Thomas! Currently, institutional quarantine is mandatory for travelers from the Middle East and Europe. The policy may be relaxed in the first week of January. For better information, please call the helpline of Mumbai Airport.
HELLO,
My client would like to travel from LAGOS to MUMBAI with carring RT-PCR with in 72 hrs does he need to go for Institutional Qurantine
Hi Bhavesh! If your client is asymptomatic, a negative RT-PCR report may get him/her exempted from institutional quarantine in Mumbai.
Hello indianeagle,
i will be travelling from berlin to mumbai in 2nd week of january and then by car i will further travel to Navsari, Gujarat . Inspite of carring RT-PCR report do i need to go for institutional quarantine?
Hi Sonu! As per the mandate issued on December 25, all international arrivals from Europe and the Middle East will undergo compulsory institutional quarantine in Mumbai.
hello indianeagle,
is it fine if i book further flight ticket from mumbai to surat ?
Hi Sonu! You may not be allowed to continue your travel from Mumbai without institutional quarantine.
Hello ,
we are travelling from Germany to Mumbai on 8th Jan 2021 with my 6 years of daughter.
I will be carrying the RT-PCR test as well.
Is it institutional quarantine mandatory to us?
Hi Pradip! As per the mandate issued on December 25, institutional quarantine is mandatory for all international arrivals from Europe and the Middle East.
Hello IndianEagle – first of all thanks for helping out people with clear advise on the process and rules. I plan to fly from NewYork to Mumbai on Jan 22 and back on March 20 via non-stop flights both ways. I will take the RTPCR test within 72 hours before boarding the plane, fill out Air Suvidha form and self declaration for exemption. I plan to travel within Maharashtra to see my parents and work remotely for 5 weeks from Mumbai for my US employer.
– Do you see any issue with the plan?
– Will they stamp on my hand?
– Any other tips/guidelines?
– what is the best site (in addition to this blog) i should follow for latest developments and rule changes?
Again thank for your help. Good karma will come back to you.
Peace,
Tom
Hello Mr. Patil! You seem to be well-prepared for your trip to India. You may be stamped for 7-14 days of home quarantine at your final destination in India. You need to upload the RT-PCR test report to Air Suvidha for approval. In case you don’t get approval on time from Air Suvidha, no worries. You can carry the report and show it to the health officials at Mumbai Airport. Please be advised to follow our Facebook page and watch out for latest updates, if there is any. Thank you!
Hii im planning to reach mumbai by 30th january 2021… if m getting my PCR test report negative
And the test report will uplod in air suvidha app within 72hours before on departure.. and m staying in andheri west only so i have to be self qurantine at home not in mumbai airport qurantine …flying from middle east to final destination mumbai…. plz rply and help me with this
Hi Nadeem! You need to take an RT-PCR test within 72 hours prior to boarding the flight from the Middle East, not more 72 hours before the flight from the Middle East. According to the circular issued on December 25, all international passengers from Europe and the Middle East will be put under institutional quarantine, no matter if they carry a negative RT-PCR report. The compulsory institutional quarantine may be revoked by the end of this month.
I want to travel to mumbai from new jersey on 26th march. I want to know what can i do for safe next travel to surat.
Hi Amlesh! Please be advised to travel on United Airlines (direct flight) to Mumbai and then travel to Surat. You can call our travel advisors at 1-800-615-3969 for a suitable itinerary for your hassle-free travel.
Hi Team,
I will be travelling to Mumbai from Helsinki in February 2021.I am pregnant and visiting my family in India.Which documents do I need to carry to opt exemption from institutional quarantine.Where to upload the same.
Thanks
Hi Reshma! 72 hours prior to boarding the flight from Helsinki, you need to fill out a self reporting form on Air Suivhda (a section of Delhi Airport website) and apply for exemption from institutional quarantine by uploading documents validating your reason for exemption on to Air Suvidha.
Hi, My wife and my kid (5 years old) is traveling from SFO – Delhi and then Delhi- Nagpur (layover of 6 hours). Since my wife is traveling with <10 years there is exemption at delhi airport (and she don't need to provide a negative RT-PCR report). Do she still need a RT-PCR negative report (since she is entering from Delhi to Nagpur) or the same exception (from delhi airport will work). if not and she needs to provide a negative RT-PCR report than does my kid also needs the negative RT-PCR report?
Hi Piyush! Despite the exemption, she may not be able to continue onward travel from Delhi Airport without a negative RT-PCR test report. The 5-year-old is likely to be allowed without any such report. Still, be advised to call the helpline of Delhi International Airport for a more satisfying answer.
Hi, I n my son want to come mumbai from usa. Do v need to b quarantined? Cn v travel further domestic after 1 week?
Hi Alka! If both of you take an RT-PCR test not more than 72 before your journey from the USA, and if the result is negative, you will be exempted from institutional quarantine. Yes you can travel further in one week. Please make sure to share details of your onward domestic travel when you arrive at Mumbai International Airport and fill out a self-declaration form.
Hi, I have my flight scheduled on Saturday (Jan 9) 11.15 AM from Newyork-Delhi-Chennai. I have booked my COVID PCR test on Wednesday (Jan 6) 2.15PM so that it is within the 72hr window. If i do not get the negative PCR report on time and i am not able to fill out the self declaration form for exemption at air suvidha, will i have to undergo the institutional quarantine at Delhi or will i be allowed to do so in Chennai.
If i receive the report during the flight journey, can i produce a soft copy of that at the Delhi airport and then do the onward journey to chennai
Hi Adhithya! No worries if your are not able to fill out self declaration form online. You can fill the same after arrival at Delhi Airport. Yes, you can show the soft copy of the negative RT-PCR test result to the health officials at Delhi Airport.
Hi,
I have a direct bound flight from USA (Newark) to Mumbai and have connecting flight next day after 18hrs of international arrival. And i have booked hotel out side of airport. My question is, if i am carrying -ve CPR test result prior to 72hrs, am i allowed to exit airport and back again to airport to board domestic flight after 18hrs ? And i have a return flight to USA on 14th day so does that make me exempted from home quarantine ?
Please advice. Have call all possible numbers but no clarity. If anyone has similar experience please share.
Hi Sudhansu! As far as we know, you can exit the airport. For a more definite answer, please call the helpline of Mumbai Airport.
Thanks Indianeagle,
yes, i can exit the airport with -ve test result, but if i can re-enter again for domestic boarding is the main confusion. no clarity in their guideline also.
Hi Sudhansu! Anyone holding a confirmed flight ticket for domestic/international travel can enter the airport.
I am flying from Chicago to Mumbai – my labs PCR test result says q-PCR is that eligible or same as RT-PCR ?
This is a well qualified CLIA waived certified lab and take 2-3 days to get the results. Please HELP !!
Hi Arun! We are not sure whether he test you have taken is the same as an RT-PCR test.
Hi,
Thanks for helping out people you are doing great job,
I am planning to travel from Dubai to Mumbai on 6th Jan 21 and I heard that there is mandatory 7 days institutional quarantine.
To avoid this quarantine can I travel to any other state like Dubai to Hyderabad than hyderabad to Mumbai by domestic airlines. Still there will be mandatory quarantine.
Please help me out.
Thanks.
Hi Amjad! Yes, you can travel to Hyderabad. If you don’t reveal your onward travel plan for Mumbai, you will stamped for home quarantine in Hyderabad. If you mention Mumbai as your final destination, you will be stamped for quarantine in Mumbai.
Hello,
Could you please let me know if the new express testing made available at the Mumbai airport can also be pre-booked?
I would be arriving at Mumbai on the 18th from Newark, USA.
Hi Kvasan! We have no idea whether an Express COVID test to be taken at Mumbai airport can be booked online in advance. Please log on to http://www.suburbandiagnostics.com and check if the online booking of Express COVID tests is available or not.
Hi,
My travel plan:
Newark to Mumbai: Arrival Jan. 23, 10 PM
Mumbai to Madurai: Jan. 24
Madurai to Mumbai: Jan. 26
Mumbai to Newark: Jan 27,12:05 AM
I plan to get COVID PCR within 72 hrs before the flight.
Can you shed some light on the quarantine given the short stay (4 days) and a negative COVID PCR result prior to travel. I have also received the Covid vaccine.
Appreciate your time and help.
Hi Vijay! The government of India has not issued any circular for international travelers who have been vaccinated against COVID-19. So, you need to take an RT-PCR test before departure or after arrival. Given your short visit, you will be exempted from home quarantine. You need to show your return flight tickets and provide details of your onward domestic travel when you arrive at Mumbai Airport.
Hi I am travelling from Canada to Mumbai I will carry my -ve test report .As I travelling with my 4 yr old and infant does that make me exemptions from quarantine at Mumbai airport.
Thanks.
Hi Charanjeet! In Maharashtra, the quarantine norms are not as strict for travelers from Canada and the US as it is for travelers from the Middle East and Europe. We recommend you apply for exemption in one of the special categories on Air Suvidha. If approved, you will be able to travel to Mumbai and be exempted from institutional quarantine without a negative RT-PCR report. In case your request is not approved, you can take an Express COVID test after arrival at Mumbai Airport.
I’ll be coming from Canada to Mumbai on a business visa and I will complete my Covid test before arrival into India. I’ve read the quarantine rules up and down but I’m still pretty confused. Upon arrival with my negative Covid test results can I proceed with quarantining at my apartment that I am booking, or I must quarantine in one of their designated quarantine hotels and if so for how long? Or do they make me stay at the airport until the next day to take another test? While I am quarantining can someone share the hotel/apt with me? Sorry for so many questions I’m just anxiously trying to sort this out. Thank you!
hi
i am from Aurangabad – Maharashtra
i will be arriving on 26 jan 2021 to Mumbai from Mozambique
then i will be leaving for my home town Aurangabad
do i have to undergo institutional quarantine for seven days in Mumbai or at my home town Aurangabad
Please advise
Hi Abrar! As you will travel from East Africa, you may not be shifted to institutional quarantine if you have a negative RT-PCR report.
Wishing You are Doing Great. Thank You compiling the details in one place.
Planning to travel from US to Mumbai tentatively from Feb 1st week till mid Mar
Based of what I have read
1. Get a RT-PCR test, 72 test before travel
2. Upload the RT-PCR test at this website https://www.newdelhiairport.in/airsuvidha/allairports.
a. There are 2 forms, do I need to fill both the forms before my travel
3. Based on the time I can get a status update on that website. If I don’t get the status I will be able to show the report at the airport.
4. With a -ve RT-PCR based on the status update it will be 7 or 4 days of self quarantine
5. —– Are there Any requirements when coming from Mumbai to US at the end of the stay
Hi Richie! Yes, you can show the negative RT-PCR test report at the airport. Make sure the report issued within 72 hours before you board the flight from the USA. You will be advised home quarantine for 7 days. There is no protocol for traveling to USA from India.
Hello
I just heard from the Maharashtra help line , the number that is on the mumbai airport web page that
ALL international passengers have to undergo 7 days institutional quarantine in Maharashtra. I am arriving in Jan 29 from the US
and am totally confused now.
Could you please check of the info about Quarantine exemptionsewot a negative Rt- pcr test taken within 72 hours of the flight is still valid. Thank you!
Hi Sunita! All international travelers from Europe, the Middle East and South Africa have to undergo 7-day institutional quarantine in Maharashtra, not those from the USA with a negative RT-PCR test report.
THANK YOU! you are doing a great job!
You’re welcome! Thank you for appreciating!
Me, my wife n my daughter with her 41/2 month infant plan to travel on 24 th May2021 to India with ticket having single PNR
24 th may 2021- Phoenix USA to Newark by United airlines
25 th May2021- Newark to New Delhi By air india
26 th May 2p21- New Delhi to Aurangabad IXU by air india
My question is 1) RTPCR test 72 hrs prior cutoff shall be counted from boarding flight from Phoenix or Newark
2) is infant of 41/2 months needs to carry out RTPCR test
Hi Shyam! Negative RT-PCR test report 72 hours prior cutoff shall be counted from boarding your flight from Phoenix since your entire journey is on the same PNR. As per the guidelines laid down by Indian government, all international arrivals need to present the negative COVID report, irrespective of their age. SO yes, your daughter also needs to present the report.
Hi Sunita! It is our pleasure. Thank you for appreciating our service!
Hi,
I got a question . If someone is travelling from Brisbane to Ahmedabad via Dubai . Do they need to quarantine ? Also once they arrive in Ahmedabad , after 2 days are the allowed to go to Mumbai via road without being Quarantine in Mumbai ?
Hi Ekta! All international arrivals are bound to serve 7-14 days of home quarantine in Ahmedabad. We are not sure whether you will be allowed to go out of Ahmedabad just after 2 days of your arrival.
HI I am travelling from London to Mumbai on Jan 10th 2021 and am going to take connecting flight to Coimbatore . I am taking RT-PCR test at London as well. Could you please let me know what would be the guidelines for me to take onward journey from Mumbai to Coimbatore?
Hi Krishnamoorthy! As per the mandate issued by the Government of India on early this month, all travelers from the UK must carry a negative RT-PCR report and they must take a payable COVID test upon arrival too. After arrival at Mumbai Airport, you have to either take a test or obey 7-day institutional quarantine before traveling further.
HI, have been hearing rumors that NOW institutional quarantine is also required for people travelling from US on direct flight to Mumbai even if they are carrying a negative PCR test with them. Any of this true and Has there been any updated circular from State or National government that has come out in last couple of days? Thank you.
What you have stated is applicable to travel from UK. Youbcan check it on AIr Suvidha Delhi Airport web site
Hi Rasesh! There is no such regulation for travelers from the US. If you are carrying a negative RT-PCR report, you will be exempted from institutional quarantine.
Hi Indianeagle,
I am trying to fill the self declaration form, I am flying CLT -> EWR -> BOM,
1. what would be my city of Origin? CLT or EWR?
2. which flight # should I mention, CLT to EWR flight # or EWR to BOM flight#?
Thank you very much for your service that you are providing, I really appreciate it.
Hi Megh! CLT is your city of origin if the itinerary starts from CLT.
Hello sorry my family is travelling from Saudi so what’s the current rule will they be quarantined in mumbai ? As they are from Gujarat
Hi Priyanka! As per the guidelines issued on December 25, all travelers from Europe and the Middle East will be quarantined at institutional facilities after arrival at Mumbai Airport.
Hi Indian Eagle. My parents are returning on Jan 10 from USA and both are carrying a negative covid testing report . We applied for exemption on air suvidha and got the below reply. Why are they not exempted. Have the rules changed ?
Reason for Rejection: On arrival, please contact Vande Bharat Mission MCGM team at airport for further assistance please
Hi Pravin! It is a generic reply. Don’t worry! If your parents have a valid negative RT-PCR report, they will be exempted from institutional quarantine after arrival at Mumbai Airport.
I want to travel from Chicago to Mumbai on February 5th . Pls advise me for without any restrictions i will go to Surat.
I have no book any flight this time.
Hi Amlesh! If you are asymptomatic and travel with a valid negative RT-PCR test report issued within 72 hours prior to your journey from Chicago, you will be allowed to travel to Surat without institutional quarantine in Mumbai.
Hello Indian eagle, Thanks for doing such a wonderful job! I will be travelling from LAX to Mumbai via Dubai by Emirates. I will carry with me negative PCR test, I will not be quarantine institutionally, but home quarantine. Provided I fill both the form on Air Suvidha Exemption form and self declaration form. Please respond and GOD BLESS YOU!
Best Regards,
Mahendra Ahuja
Hi Mahendra ji! You are right. Please note if your request for exemption is not approved on Air Suvidha for some reason, you can carry the report and show it on arrival at Mumbai Airport. Thank you for appreciating our effort.
Hi, My parents are returning to Indore from New Zealand on 17th Jan 2021 via Dubai to Mumbai and their next flight is for indore from Mumbai. They are going to do RT- PCR test on 15th. Can they get any exemption from institutional qurentine. Please let me know if yes,please advice any forms needed to fill and what are the procedures. Thanks in Advance.
Hi Rupa! Given a negative RT-PCR report with a valid stamp/signature from the testing lab, they will be exempted from institutional quarantine. On behalf of them, you can fill out a self-reporting form and an exemption form on Air Suvidha (a section of Delhi IGI Airport) within 72 hours prior to their journey from New Zealand. Once the report is available, make sure to upload it onto Air Suvidha and submit a declaration ascertaining the authenticity of the report.
I am planning a short visit (7 days) to Delhi from US because of an urgent work. I will carry my covid test report done within last 72 hours with me. I understand that I will be exempted from institutional quarantine with a negative test report. My questions are
1) Will there be any mandatory home quarantine for 14 days for me?
2) As I am returning in next 7 days to US. Will India allow me to travel back before completion of 14 days of home quarantine requirement.
3) If I will be allowed, then is there some process I should follow at airport or inform some authority at airport that I will be back in 7 days.
Thanks for your time and sincere effort to make life easy for travelers
Hi Pawan! If you show your confirmed return flight tickets upon arrival at Delhi Airport and share your travel plan, you will be exempted from home quarantine and allowed to travel back in a week. For more information on the same, you can call the helpline of Delhi Airport.
Hi Pawan,
I am in similar situation. Were you able to skip the home quarantine? I am also planning a 7-10 day return trip.
Hi , my mom who is 75years and my doter is 13years are planning to travel from dubai to mumbai back home anywhere in jan.please let me know do dey need institutional quarantine for 7days at hotel. As looking at der age n health wont dey be exempted and home quarantined. Pls help
Hi Seema! 7-day institutional quarantine is mandatory for anyone traveling to Mumbai from the Middle East, Europe and South Africa, except pregnant women and those having a death in immediate family.
Hello,
I need some advice. I’m planning to travel from Washington DC to Mumbai from 12-FEB till 13-March. I’m considering two different flights and trying to figure out the best route based on the current quarantine rules in Mumbai. First flight is through airline United (DCA-EWR-MUM) has a layover in New York, The second flight is through Qatar (IAD-DOH-MUM) has a layover in Doha. The city of origin is Washington DC. Even though I’m coming from US, if the layover is in the middle east, does the 7 day compulsory institutional rule (in Mumbai) apply or not with the latest guidelines for flights from Europe and middle east? Would it be better to have a layover within USA and not in middle east based on the quarantine rules, if it applies? I plan to carry the negative PCR-T test from US.
Secondly, In addition to rules of the country, do airlines have their own requirements in regards to carrying the PCR-T test? I hear Qatar airlines irrespective of the place or origin or destination requires the travelers to carry negative test results.. it that really true?
What would I need on my way back from Mumbai to USA? Does Mumbai airport or certain airlines leaving from Mumbai to USA require a PCR=T test also? I don’t believe international arrivals in USA are required to show PCR-T test if I’m not wrong.
Thank you so much, appreciate your advise.
Hi Sana! If you travel on Qatar Airways, a negative COVID-19 test report is mandatory for you to board the flight both from India and the USA. Hence, we recommend you travel on United Airlines via EWR. If you are not able to take an RT-PCR in DC, you can get tested upon arrival at Mumbai Airport. If the result is negative and you are asymptomatic, you will be exempted from institutional quarantine.
Hello, first of all thank you so much for such an informative article. God bless you ! I need some advise. We are family of 3 including my daughter. She is 2 years old, travelling from Toronto Canada to Mumbai via Doha.
According to new rules for Middle East – Would we subjected for mandatory 7 days institutional quarantine even if country of origin is Canada ?
Do we have to bring negative RT-PCR considering we will be applying for exemption under Air suvidha under parents travelling with child under 10 years category. Thanks again for all your advise !!
Hello, first of all thank you for such an informative article and your prompt replies to queries. God bless you !
We are travelling from Canada with toddler 2 years old. Our connecting flight is from Doha.
Would we be subject to mandatory 7 days institutional quarantine because we are transiting from Middle East or they would consider country of origin to see applicable policies ?
Lastly do we all need to have negative covid results even though I would be applying for exemption for quarantine via Air Suvidha under “parents travelling with child under 10 years” category
Thanks again !
Hi Raj! Canada being your country of origin, you won’t be subject to 7-day institutional quarantine if you are asymptomatic and carry a negative RT-PCR test report. We are not sure whether the 2-year-old is currently exempted from COVID testing. It is recommended that you apply for exemption in the special category. If the exemption is approved, then no COVID test is required for the 2-year-old. If the exemption is rejected, the 2-year-old can be tested after arrival at Mumbai Airport.
Hi, how long it takes to get approval on exeption request on Air Suvidha after submitting negative PCR test results?
Thanks.
Hi Rasesh! There is no definite duration for approval. In case there is no response to your request for exemption on Air Suvidha, you can carry the negative RT-PCR test report and show it to the officials at the port of entry/arrival in India.
Hello need some guidance on my trip.
I am travelling to India to meet my family with the following plan:-
SFO to Delhi: Arrived on Jan 11, with -ve RT-PCR
Undergoing 14 day home quarantine
Delhi to Mumbai: Jan. 26
Mumbai to Delhi: Jan 30,
Delhi to SFO: Feb 02
Since I will complete my home quarantine before going to Mumbai and have a short 4 day trip to Mumbai – will I be exempt from the 7 day quarantine at Mumbai ?
Hi Raj! First, you will visit Mumbai as a domestic travelers (on completion of 14-day home quarantine in Delhi). Second, there is no quarantine in Mumbai for asymptomatic travelers on a short visit. So, no worries!
Many thanks for the article & highly appreciated.
I will be travelling from Port Moresby, PNG to Mumbai transiting via Brisbane & Doha on 18-Feb-2021.
At Port Moresby, PNG I will be taking RT-PCR test before boarding the flight for Brisbane.
I am residing in Delhi. Do i need to have institutional quarantine on arrival Mumbai or I can continue my travel to Delhi (with negative RT-PCR test done in PNG before starting of journey)
Hi Naveen! If you are asymptomatic and travel with a valid negative RT-PCR test report, you will be allowed to continue your journey to Delhi without institutional quarantine in Mumbai (in case the COVID situation does not worsen in February).
Hello need some guidance on my trip-
I will be travelling to India from USA, my flight is scheduled for 31st January from SFO – BOM through Air India
I would like to get details about any new travel restrictions and quarantine rules at Mumbai.
I will carry the RT-PCR test along with me, if it’s negative do I still have to undergo quarantine at Mumbai airport?
Also, what documents do I have to carry?
What if I don’t get my test results before boarding the flight? Will Air India allow me to board the flight?
Hi Vardhaman! If you travel with a negative RT-PCR test report or take a COVID test at Mumbai Airport and the result is negative, you will be exempted from institutional quarantine. If you receive the test result before you arrive at Mumbai Airport, you can show the digital copy to the officials there. You also need to carry a printout of the self-reporting you will fill out on Air Suvidha.
I will travel BOM-EWR on25Jan and EWR-Fort Lauderdale on25Jan and return by same route to BOM on10Feb.What will be RT-PCR and Quarantine requirement for all stations
Hi Rama! With effect on January 26, travelers need to provide a negative RT-PCR test report at the time of boarding flights to the USA. You may not need it as you will travel on January 25. For your return travel to BOM from the USA, you need a valid negative RT-PCR test report issued within 72 hours prior to boarding the flight from the USA.
dear sir ,
I am going to plan to travel from abudhabi to Aurangabad by indigo airlines with RT-PCR Negative test report so I can get exemption from institutional quarantine in Mumbai or I can get allow to go connecting flight to Aurangabad
can you advice pl
Hi Subhash! FYI, Mumbai imposes 7-day institutional quarantine on all international arrivals from the Middle East, Europe and South Africa. Though you carry a negative RT-PCR test report, you are likely to be put at a payable institutional facility for 7 days.
Hello, Thanks for awesome document and prompt responses.
I’m 68 yr old Indian citizen, departing on Jan 16th from Phoenix, AZ, USA to Mumbai by British air, via Heathrow London. Reason for travel is death in extended family not immediate.
I have a RT-PCR test given today and will receive the result tomorrow.
Do I need to go through test at airport and institutional quarantine at Mumbai India (if covid -ve ). I will be staying in Mumbai at my daughter’s home for indefinite period.
Thanks in advance.
Hello Sir! If you have a valid negative RT-PCR test report and if you are asymptomatic, you need not go through any COVID test, except basic temperature check, at Mumbai Airport. Institutional quarantine is not mandatory for asymptomatic travelers from the USA.
Hi… I m planning to fly from doha to bangalore via Mumbai with a single pnr…I will carry rt pcr report with me..will I be subject to any quarantine ? Will I be allowed to travel to bangalore?
Hi Prajit! FYI, Mumbai imposes 7-day institutional quarantine on all international arrivals from the Middle East, Europe and South Africa. Though you carry a negative RT-PCR test report, you are likely to be put at a payable institutional facility for 7 days.
My wife and 2 sons want to travel to mumbai from abudhabi, all are carrying rt pcr negative test certificates. They are visiting mumbai as her mother has udergone heart surgery and currently in ICU in mumbai , would they exempted from institution quarantine.
Hi Pravin! We cannot say anything certainly. Upon arrival at Mumbai Airport, they can provide their negative RT-PCR reports and valid documents regarding medical emergency in immediate family to the officials at the airport. Hope they will be exempted from mandatory institutional quarantine. Be positive. Everything will be fine.
Nice information… On of relatives making a plan to come in India from Saudi Arabia to Mumbai airport in Feb. Month… If he carry negative covid report so will he be subject for quarantine? Or will he be released at that time? He is from Vadodara…
Please let me know ASAP.
Hi Sarfraj! Even though he carries a negative RT-PCR report, he will be subject to institutional quarantine in Mumbai. Please note Mumbai’s quarantine policy for travelers from Europe and the Middle East may be revised or relaxed in February.
Hi I am travelling to Mumbai On 22 an I will reach Mumbai on 23 Jan direct fligh from doha and carry – ve RT PCR do I have to be quarantine and if I carry medical certificate of my wife having surgery will I get exempted from institutional quarantine
Hi Shakil! We are not sure whether you will get exempted. In Mumbai, institutional quarantine is mandatory for travelers from the Middle East, Europe and South Africa. Please call the helpline of Mumbai Airport.
Hi,
I’ll be traveling from Miami to Mumbai on February 17th via Delta Airlines (Operated by AirFrance).
I’m a US citizen with OCI, is this a good route to take?
Miami –> Paris
Paris –> Mumbai
I’ll getting the RT-PCR test done 72 hours before boarding. If it’s negative, will I still have to do the institutional quarantine for 7 days?
Hi Tej! If the AF flights are marketed by Delta Airlines, you can travel this route. If you travel with a negative RT-PCR result and if you are asymptomatic, you will be exempted from institutional quarantine in Mumbai.
Thank you!
hello indian eagle I am travelling from DOHA to delhi and then taking domestic flight next day to Mumbai
just want to know will I am required to go for institutional quarantine
Hi Mukesh! If you travel with a negative RT-PCR report or take a COVID test upon arrival at Delhi Airport, then only you will be exempted from institutional quarantine in Delhi. Make sure to share your onward travel plans with the officials at Delhi Airport, so that you are not stamped for home quarantine in Delhi.
gm.
thank you for all your respond . very help full.
my name is raj planing come see our motherland.end off this month. as well my neg.test. seens i have direct fly from new jersy dose is still req,me to do 7 day ?
Hi Raj! You will be exempted from institutional quarantine, but home quarantine applies.
I want to fly from Nairobi, Kenya to Mumbai on the 25th of January for medical purpose.
When should I do my Covid test. Would I have to be quarantined with a -ve result from the test.
What are the procedures. Please let me know as soon as possible.
Hi Smita! If you travel with a negative RT-PCR test result, you will be exempted from institutional quarantine. But home quarantine applies. You need to take an RT-PCR test not more than 72 hours before boarding the departure flight from Nairobi and makes sure the test result features a valid stamp/signature from the testing lab. You also need to fill out a self reporting form on Air Suvidha (a section of the Delhi airport website) and take a printout of the filled form.
My husband needs immediate treatment for cancer. Is there no way I have to not quarantine.
I can show his medical reports.
Hi Smita! Given your medical emergency and medical reports, you can request exemption from home quarantine upon arrival at Mumbai Airport. Wish you good luck!
Hello author,
I am planning to travel from Toronto. My home is in Mumbai but I believe I would need to quarantine at home for 7 days even with a negative RT-PCR test. Is this right?
Can I instead travel to New Delhi from Toronto (there is a direct flight), spend 2 days there and then travel domestically to Mumbai. Will I be serving a 5 day home quarantine or it would still be 7 days?
Sorry if this question sounds silly. 🙂
Hi Kartik! Yes, you will be mandated to follow 7-day home quarantine in Mumbai. We have no definite answer to your second question.
I am flying to Mumbai from EWR on United nonstop flight. I can apply & get a -ve PCR test report from USA and I can also try and get a test report at Mumbai airport if I don’t receive US report in 72 hours.. Either way they may let me go home. My concern is – I have senior citizen parents at Mumbai with health pre-conditions. I would like to avoid meeting them or anyone directly after such long flight…. Covid symptoms may appear after 2- 3 days..So to avoid risking my parents health I would like to self quarantine myself at a hotel first for 3 – 5 days.
I called one of the listed hotel and they said I can book hotel like a regular visitor and stay but quarantine rules won’t apply to me..also charges are different. Then they said – no matter if you are coming from US – now govt is sending everyone for 7 day quarantine.. is that true ?? I would anyhow choose to be quarantined at hotel for safety reasons and get tested after 2 – 3 days to be on safe for all loved ones. (hopefully not 7 though)
Quarantine rates at these 5 star hotels are 4000 Rs that includes 3 meals and proper quarantine routine – testing by BMC in 3 to 6 days.. How do I avail that I WANT self quarantine ? Should I just not bring a -ve Test result from USA ? Will that make sure I am sent to Hotel .. Also the hotel said they don’t provide pick up service – will the airport arrange drop off at hotel if I have to do Institutional quarantine ? I am reaching on 25th Jan. Thanks for your time and response in advance.
Hi Dev! You have two options – travel with a negative RT-PCR report or travel without a negative report. If you travel to Mumbai Airport without a negative RT-PCR test report from USA, you will be asked to take a COVID test after arrival at the airport. If you deny to take a test at the airport and explain the reason to the officials there, only then you will be shifted to a payable facility for 7-day institutional quarantine. Please note only travelers from Europe, the Middle East and South Africa are subject to compulsory 7-day institutional quarantine in Mumbai.
Thanks for your response. That makes sense.
Appreciate your time and support.
I want to travel from Dubai to Mumbai for two weeks. Do I still have to undergo institutional quarantine even if my PCR is nagative. Please advise if I can avoid institutional quarantine. We are also planning to get vaccinated before travelling.
Hi Shazeen! All international arrivals from the Middle East and Europe are subject to mandatory institutional quarantine in Mumbai even though they have a negative RT-PCR test report. The government of India has not yet come up with a different policy for those who have been vaccinated against COVID-19.
Hello,
I am Ravi. We stay at Pune.
Booked for SFO-EWR-BOM flight for 27th Jan 2021. WIll get RT-PCR test done on 24th Jan (72 Hours before SFO-EWR Flight). Not sure if we will get results by the time we leave SFO/EWR. If we get the results will fill exemption Form.
We will fill self reporting form on Air Suvidha on 24th . Our son (in USA) will probably get RT-PCR results while we are travelling to Mumbai. He will forward them to us on our E mail, so that we can get them on landing at Mumbai.
Questions are:
1. Is this OK. We will carry a receipt for having undergone test in USA.
2. Can we show soft copy of the report received on E mail at Mumbai to get exemption from 7 day Institutional quarentine?
3. We have booked a taxi for Travel from Mumbai Airport to Pune Home. Can we travel in this Taxi or any more declartaions are required to be filled in. We will get quartentined at our Pune Home for 7 days, as required.
Plese enlighten on the above. Thanks a lot
Hi Ravi! You can fill out the exemption form and upload the receipt that you will receive on taking the test in the USA. We recommend you do this for sure. You can also carry the receipt as well as the report (in digital format) and show them upon arrival at Mumbai Airport. Please note that the test report features a valid stamp/signature from the testing lab. At Mumbai Airport, you will be asked to submit a declaration regarding home quarantine at your final destination. You need to install Aarogya Setu app on your mobile phone.
Hi Ravi
Can you please share your experience? Did you get the test result on time?
Thanks
Raghu
Hello,
I am travelling today from YYZ – DXB and 3 hours layover and DXB – BOM
I have negative PCR report, still I will have to go for 7 day mandatory institutional quarantine as I don’t live in mumbai but I am looking to book a flight there from BOM to STV
Thank you
Hi Vipul! If you are asymptomatic and have a negative RT-PCR test result with a valid stamp/signature from the testing lab, you will be exempted from institutional quarantine in Mumbai.
Hi..
I will go with covid 19 NEGATIVE test..
I am planning to travel aruba to Amsterdam then Amsterdam to mumbai and then same day i will take flight to mumbai to ahmedabad.. last destination is ahmedabad..
What and where and how many days quarantine rule i will get.?
Hi Hitesh! It seems you are from Europe. All travelers from Europe, the Middle East, and South Africa are subject to mandatory institutional quarantine in Mumbai despite their negative COVID test report.
Hello,
I am planning to travel to Mumbai from Toronto via Dubai on an Emirates flight. The transit to Dubai would be for a couple of hours. What are the quarantine rules to follow upon arrival at Mumbai? Does the transit to Dubai make any difference to the quarantine rules?
Thank you.
Hi Rohit! The transit at Dubai does not make any difference. If you carry a negative RT-PCR test result with a valid stamp/signature from the testing lab, and if you are asymptomatic, you will be exempted from institutional quarantine in Mumbai.
Hello ,
My name is Pradhumn I am doing my studies in Italy . I belong from India (Mumbai) and right now I am in Italy I want to book flight ticket for Mumbai in first week for February.
Can you please tell me that 7 days of institutional quarantine is mandatory or not if I am being the negative test reports from Italy. Bcoz I can’t bear the 7 days institutional quarantine expenses in hotel on my own as I am a student.
Hi Pradhumn! We can understand your situation. As of now, all travelers from Europe are subject to mandatory institutional quarantine and COVID testing on the 7th day of institutional quarantine. If things go well, this regulation may be relaxed in the first week of February.
Hi there,
I’m Travelling on 27th from London to Chennai Via Mumbai and I will have my RT & PCR certificate. So What are the quarantine rules to follow upon arrival at Mumbai? Does the transit to Chennai make any difference to the quarantine rules? Will I need to go under institutional quarantine? let me know, please.
Many thanks in advance
Hi there,
I’m Travelling on 27th from London to Chennai Via Mumbai and I will have my RT & PCR certificate. So What are the quarantine rules to follow upon arrival at Mumbai? Does the transit to Chennai make any difference to the quarantine rules? Will I need to go under institutional quarantine? let me know, please.
Many thanks in advance
Hi Santosh! All travelers from Europe are subject to mandatory institutional quarantine in Mumbai even though they have a negative RT-PCR result.
Hi there,
I called helpline , and they said NO EXEMPTIONS. Even if you’re coming to Hyderabad for 4 days and show confirmed return flight tickets, they will home quarantine you for 7/14 days first. I will be exempted from institutional quarantine for having a negative RT-PCR report. Please advice as I need to visit Hyderabad no matter what. Thanks.
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Hi Pinky! As far as we know, you have been given generic information.
Hi ,
I am traveling with my family on 24th Jan from UK to London. I know we have a mandatory quarantine for UK passengers. Can I apply for exemption as I have children under age 10 traveling with me ?
How long it takes to get the exemption certificate?
Kind Regards,
Amit Kharde
Hi Amit! Are you traveling from the UK to London or Mumbai?
B1/B2 Visa : Booked ticket to Travel back from Seattle,US to Mumbai,India via Lufthansa Airlines (SEA-FRA-MUM) .
1] any issue using Lufthansa Airline because of air bubble?
2] When to submit Self reporting form before departure.. We need to fill-in the Seat Number of our final destination flight (FRA to MUM). This means, i will be able to fill-in the form only after i get the seat number (i think, i am likely to get seat number either 24 hours before departure OR just at the time of departure from Frankfurt to Mumbai. Sorry but i am confused on the submission time-line.
Hi Romesh! You need to fill out the self-reporting form on Air Suvidha within 72 hours of boarding the flight from the port of origin/departure.
Hi, am travelling from abu dhabi to mumbai. I would be landing with a fresh negative pcr test and my trip is for 6 days and have a confirmed return ticket. Do I still need to go for institutional quarantine or am I exempted.
Hi Atul! You are not exempted from institutional quarantine in Mumbai unless you are older than 65 years or have a death-like emergency in India.
I m travelling from middle east on 18 feb & i will bring negative rt pcr report of 48 hrs before of travel date with me of … so do i hav to go institutional quarantine or i can continue for my next flight.. plz respond
Hi Himanshu! As of now, travelers from the Middle East and Europe are subject to mandatory institutional quarantine in Mumbai. This regulation may be relaxed in February.
HI
can you guide us , my senior is indian passport holder coming from USA to mumbai without RT-PCR TEST . CAN HE DO TEST AT MUMBAI AIRPORT AND WILL HE GET EXEMPTION FROM INSTITUTIONAL QUARNTINE IN MUMBAI ALSO KINDLY ADVISE CAN HE GO BY ROAD TO PUNE ON SAME ARRIVAL DAY
Hi Shilpa! Yes, he can travel to Mumbai and take a COVID test upon arrival. If the result is negative, he will be exempted from institutional quarantine. But home quarantine will apply to him at his final destination.
Travelling : Seattle to Mumbai Airline: Lufthansa Itinerary: SEA-FRA-MUM
Travel start Date: SEA Jan 26, 2021 FRA: Jan 27, 2021 &
Reach MUM: Jan 28, 2021
What should I fill-In in “date of Journey: column in Exemption Request Form For International Arriving Passengers To Mumbai India.
thanks
Also, what should be “Country of Departure” (USA OR Germany) ??.
Hi
I want to travel from Maldives to Mumbai airport in February,
I have passport adress is of Surat Gujarat , I want to come back by private vehicle from Mumbai to surat .if I have latest reports of RTPCR negative from Maldives resorts ,I have to go undergone institunal quarantine in Mumbai or not ? Can I book cab or train to surat on same day ?
Hi Umesh! If you are asymptomatic and have a valid negative RT-PCR test result, you will be exempted from institutional quarantine and be able to travel by cab or train to Surat on the same day.
Hi! My mom 68 year old single woman will be flying to Mumbai from Atlanta via Delta/Air France flight. When we booked the flight there was no institutional quarantine. She is traveling alone and has to be home for my dads 1st death anniversary. Can she get exemption from institutional quarantine since she is a senior citizen, she will be carrying a negative RT-PCR test report and also my dads death certificate. She will be staying alone at home since my dad passed away a year ago.
Thanks!
Hi Rima! No problem. If she is asymptomatic and has a negative RT-PCR test result, she will surely be exempted from institutional quarantine. Wish her a safe and hassle-free flight.
Hi Rima
Can you please share your mother’s experience when landing in Mumbai? Was she exempted from institutional quarantine?
Hello Indianeagle,
I would like to travel from Washington DC to BOM via Doha (Qatar Airways)…I will travel with negative COVID test result…Am I eligible for an exemption from institutional quarantine?
Also, I have another option for travel from EWR (Newark,NJ) to BOM on nonstop flight (United Airlines)….So I would like to know which route is best for me to travel to get an exemption from institutional quarantine..
If I am eligible from institutional quarantine, Can I travel to Surat by road from BOM airport ?
Thank You!
Hi Bhadresh! You can travel either of the routes you mentioned. If you are asymptomatic and have a negative RT-PCR test result, you will be exempted from institutional quarantine. Yes, you can travel to Surat from BOM airport.
Hello Team,
I am planning to travel from Atlanta to Bombay (via Amsterdam (ATL-AMS-BOM)) on Jan 29 or Jan 30_2021.
I will travel with a negative COVID test (RT-PCR) result.
Will I be exempted from institutional quarantine?
Thank you in advance!
Hi Shrikant! If you are asymptomatic and if the negative result is not older than 72 hours from the time the test is taken, you will be exempted from institutional quarantine.
Hi Shrikant,
Wondering how your travel was. Were you exempt from quarantine upon arrival at India? Was transiting through Amsterdam cause of any issues due to the Covid protocols in place and upon arriving in India? I plan to travel and wondering if direct flight from US to India would be good or to transit through Amsterdam, thus asking the question.
Thank you!
Hi there,
Thank you for all of the helpful guidance in the comments section of this post! I plan to travel from Boston to Mumbai in March and stay in Pune for about 10 days. I have received both doses of the Pfizer COVID19 vaccine (as a healthcare worker) in the US. I plan to travel with a valid RT-PCR negative covid testing result (within 72 hours of travel). Would you please clarify whether I will need to abide by any additional quarantine requirements while in Pune?
Thanks!
Hi Asmani! As of now, home quarantine applies to international arrivals with a negative RT-PCR test result. Regulations for international travelers arriving in India will change for sure by the time you will travel. Please watch out our Travel News section for the upcoming updates.
Hello Indianeagle,
Thank you for patiently answering all these questions.To add to it I have two questions:
1) I am planning a visit in Feb for my sister’s daughter (niece’s) wedding. The wedding is in a day of me reaching. I will arrive with a RT-PCR negative COVID testing result, however I will not have any time to quarantine since I am coming only for two weeks. Do you recommend that I arrive a week ahead of the wedding rather than stay after?
Or should I not book my tickets, since I cannot stay longer than 2 weeks? Would be a bummer to miss this special occasion.
2) If I am allowed to participate, I am looking at flying Emirates and have a lay-over of 2.5 hrs in Dubai, hopefully based on your previous responses that won’t be an issue correct? Best to double check.
Hi Radz! We will be able to address your queries only when we know where you will be traveling from and your destination in India.
Arriving in February 7th early morning around 2am.
From USA
Sorry about my incomplete replies. I will be traveling from Chicago (US) and my final destination is Mumbai.
Hi Radz! If you are asymptomatic and have a valid negative RT-PCR test result when you arrive at Mumbai Airport, you will be exempted from institutional quarantine. But 7-14 days of home quarantine will apply. Home quarantine means staying indoors and that won’t be a problem.
Hello Radz,
Would you please update any decision on your travel plans? I am planing to travel from EWR-BOM, early February as well and havent been able to decide yet due to the aiport quarantine rule.
I would really appreciate if I can get any insight.
Thanks
Hi Neha! If you are asymptomatic and have a negative RT-PCR test result with a valid signature/stamp from the testing lab, you will be exempted from institutional quarantine in Mumbai. Institutional quarantine is mandatory for travelers from Europe, South Africa and the Middle East.
Hi I am travelling from Maldives to Mumbai without a prior PCR Test. Can I take a PCR Test on arrival at Mumbai Airport and avoid institutional quarantine ??
Hi Manish! Yes, you can. In the article there is a link of the website where you can book a slot for COVID testing at Mumbai Airport.
Hi
I am traveling from Montreal to Mumbai through Frankfurt without a COVID test report. May I know –
1. Where is the facility to test COVID at Mumbai Airport and the expected time of result? Is there a “tatkal” scheme to get the result faster?
2. Until the results are made available, where does one stay – in Airport or have to go to a hotel?
3. Whether hotel booking can be done at the airport or does one need to reach the hotel (of choice) and do the check-in directly.
Thank you
Hi Sam! The COVID testing facility is located within the airport premises. You will be guided to the facility upon arrival at Mumbai Airport. Early this month, the airport introduced Express COVID testing, the result of which is delivered within one hour or two. You can log on to http://www.suburbandiagnostics.com and check whether slots for booking an express COVID test are available. You can accommodate yourself in a lounge at the airport while waiting for the result.
Hi,
I’m travelling from USA to Mumbai on 15 th February 2021. My flight is from Chicago to Delhi to Mumbai.
Please tell me if I have to take the RT PCR test on Delhi airport or Mumbai airport? If it is done on the Delhi Airport than can I be able to fly to Mumbai before the report comes?
What are the current quarantine rules for international flyers to Mumbai?
Please reply.
Regards
Shreya
Hi Shreya! If you travel without a negative RT-PCR test result, you will have to take a COVID test upon arrival at Delhi Airport, not Mumbai. You won’t be able to continue your travel from Delhi without a negative test result. Please make sure the connection time/layover is minimum 7-8 hours at Delhi Airport. If you are asymptomatic and have a negative test result, you will be exempted from institutional quarantine. Only 14-day home quarantine will apply.
Hi,
I have my flight to Mumbai tomorrow. I am flying from Toronto on 29 Jan on an Emirates flight to Mumbai via Dubai. The layover at Dubai is for 3 hours and would be arriving at Mumbai on 31 Jan. I applied for institutional quarantine exemption in the Air Suvidha portal with a proof of negative RT-PCR test result, but my application got rejected.
Please advice on what can I do to have this exemption from quarantine. I al happy to do 7 day home quarantine in Mumbai. My final destination is Navi Mumbai.
Thanks,
Kartik
My reason for rejection is as per SOP no.DMU/2020/CR.92/DisM-1 of Government of Maharashtra dated 21/12/2020. Would I still need to do institutional quarantine if I have a negative PCR report and my country of origin is Canada?
Hi Kartik! The response you received is generic. If you are asymptomatic and have a negative RT-PCR test result, you will be exempted from institutional quarantine in Mumbai.
Hi,
I am planing to travel to Mumbai from UAE with my family with a negative PCR reports will I be exempted from 7days institutional quarantine as I want to travel to pune also my wife is pregnant can someone help with the recent rules of the state.
Hi Abdul! Mumbai has mandatory institutional quarantine for travelers from the Middle East, Europe and South Africa despite their negative RT-PCR test results. Upon arrival, you can request exemption from mandatory institutional quarantine based on the negative COVID result and your wife’s medical condition.
HI
My sisiter is British citizen and coming to india with 2 kids one is 5 years old and another one is 7 years old . she is holding OCI card. as she is travelling with kids under 10 years does she needs to still quarantine in mumbai ?
Hi Shilpa! Mumbai has had mandatory institutional quarantine for all travelers from the UK, irrespective of their negative COVID status, since the discovery of the new strain of the Coronavirus. We are not sure whether exemption will be given to her on grounds of her traveling with two kids below 10 years of age. Please be advised to contact the helpline of Mumbai Airport.
Hello,
We traveled from SFO-EWR-BOM on 27 Jan 2021. Our experience is as below:
We took the Covid test on 24th Sunday at Walgreens. Report was expected after 48 Hours. We filled online SRO form on Delhi airport Website and got the number and E mail in one hour. Took a print of the Email attachment and carried it with us. This is required to be shown while check-in at SFO, as also if we have down loaded Arogya Setu app on our phone.. We also carried Walgrens receipt for having undergone the Test.
The Covid report did not come till we left SFO. We had informed our son in USA to fill-in the Exemption request after the report are received. Also forward the reports to us on our Email, which we could check a EWR during layover or after reaching BOM. A soft copy could be shown at BOM. If we did not received any report, we were ready for test at BOM airport.
Airline does not check ERO report. However, they check SRO at SFO and EWR.
After reaching BOM, we saw that we had received the Covid negative report. Though ERO form was filled in, it was pending with Govt of Maharashtra.
At BOM immigration, we asked where should we show the SRO and Negative Test report. They indicated that after the Bags are collected.
There was separate queue for for Passengers arriving from USA and those coming from UK or Gulf countries. All passengers coming from USA were separated. The passengers after Customs were sent for MCGB counters.No one asked us to show the ERO form or Negative report. May be they have prior info. Passengers going within Mumbai City were diverted to Counter 1 and others traveling to Pune or taking other local flights were sent to Counter 2. we were asked to fill in a Form and indicate Vehicles Number and Driver’s Name (since we were traveling to Pune in a pre-booked Taxi). This form we filled in and took a Photo on mobile phone, in case anybody on the way asks us.
The entire procedure was completed in less than 1 hour. There are few passengers traveling and receiving baggage takes max time.
After reaching Pune, we got a call t forward the Covid Negative reports on WhatsApp, which we did . After that there was a advise from PMC that be in quarantine for 7 days.
I hope it may help those traveling in near future.
HI Ravi! Thank you very much for sharing your travel experience in detail. It will definitely help many travelers searching for reliable information related to travel to Mumbai in the current circumstances. We are seeking your permission to publish your travel experience in form a travel story in our dedicated ‘Travel News‘ section, so that it benefits other readers.
Flying in early March, EWR-BOM-MAA. Will have PCR test before boarding. Flight lands in BOM around 10 pm. First flight to Chennai around 8 am. Will passenger be allowed to go home in Mumbai, then come back to check in for flight to Chennai? Or, will leaving the airport (to go home in Mumbai and rest for a few hours) make any quarantine rules take effect? Thanks!
Hi John! Since home quarantine applies to international arrivals in India, you may not be allowed to exit the airport without completing the journey. For more definite information, you can call the helpline of Mumbai Airport.
Thanks very much!
You’re welcome!
I am travelling to Mumbai from Bahrain with my daughter who is 7 years .I have my PCR test results with me. Does the child need to do the test. Please advise.
I travelled from Dallas to Mumbai via Doha on feb 3rd. Since I transited via Middle East, I was asked to do a mandatory institutional quarantine which I am doing right now. So any one planning to travel or even transit via Middle East , UK or Africa pls be ready for an institutional quarantine.
Hi Dhimant! Thank you for sharing your experience. It will surely benefit others. Hope you reach your destination safely.
Hello, I have a connecting flight from Toronto to Mumbai via Frankfurt. I also have negative PCR test from Toronto. Do I still have to undergo institutional quarantine in Mumbai after landing or I can be exempted/
Hi Devraj! You are traveling from Toronto, means your itinerary origins in Toronto, you are much likely to be exempted from institutional quarantine.
No. U will not be exempted. Since u transit via Europe to Mumbai. 7 days institutional quarantine is mandatory. I m a recent traveler from Dallas to Mumbai via Qatar. I m doing my quarantine.
Hello,
Thank you for providing so much information. It certainly puts the mind at ease.
I want to fly from Montreal to Mumbai in April 2021. Is it ok to take flights with layover at Frankfurt, Switzerland, Munich or France? Are we still under air bubble restriction?
Hi Pallavi! Whether you can take layover in Europe, depends on the airline you will travel on and your nationality as well as visa type. FYI, the current route-specific restrictions under air bubble may be lifted by the end of March.
I am travelling to mumbai from dallas with my mother and my 3 kids. My youngest
one is only 16 months, 2nd one is 3 years and eldest is 9 years old.
I submitted the exemption form online but havent received any response
Am i exempt from instituational quarantine upon arrival ?
Mumbai is my first and final destination.
Hi Sadaf! Mumbai being your first and final destination, you have one benefit. If COVID testing is mandatory for you and/or kids, you can take it upon arrival at Mumbai Airport. If not, all of you will be allowed to exit the airport and serve home quarantine for 14 days.
If you are flying to Mumbai. Be ready for 7 days institutional quarantine. If u want to skip it fly via United airways or air India.
Hello and thank you for all the information you have been giving us. Great job!
I have a question regarding flights from Mumbai to the US. As the US Govt now requires all passengers to have a
RT -PCR or antigen test with 3 days of boarding the flight, I was wondering if there were testing facilities available at Mumbai airport outside, before entering the airport, where one could get a test done for example 8-10 hours before the flight, and if one could pre-book an appointment.
I cannot find any information for international departing passengers.
Thank you for your help.
Hi Sunita! Mumbai Airport’s COVID testing facility is for international arrivals. Please be advised to read the information under “COVID-19 testing” on https://in.usembassy.gov/covid-19-information/ or call the Ministry of Health’s toll-free COVID helpline dialing 1075. Or you can Maharashtra state government’s helpline – +91-20-26127394 – for any COVID related query.
Thank you so much, for the info and the link, your service is much better than the United airlines help desk!
You are really doing a great job!
Hi Sunita! Wish you good health and a safe trip back to the USA. FYI, we are a leading travel-booking organization in the US-India travel sector. If possible, please recommend us to your acquaintances.
I want to travel to mumbai from new jersey on 26th march. what can i do for safe travel to Surat & i got corona vaccine in Phoenix USA.
i am coming to mumbai from dubai .bt on same day i had a flight to gao so can i exempt quarantine in mumbai.i am carring covid negative test from dubai
Hi Prathamesh! FYI, travelers from the Middle East, Europe and South Africa are subject to mandatory institutional quarantine in Mumbai.
No exemption. U will be quarantined in a hotel of ur choice. So plan ur trip accordingly. Fly to Ahmedabad or Bangalore. Don’t fly to Mumbai if u want to skip quarantine.
Hi. Is there a quarantine exemption in place for anyone arriving from UAE and will be staying in Mumbai for less 4 days?
Hi Aadil! As per the mandate, no exemption from institutional quarantine in Mumbai for travelers from the Middle East. You may be exempted in the worst case of emergency, but we are not sure. You can call the helpline of Mumbai Airport.
My wife is travelling to India today morning via Atlanta-Newark-Mumbai on United and her RT-PCR exemption has been rejected on Air Suvidha and she has been asked to contact Vande Bharat Mission MCGM team at airport for further assistance. She is in panic mode as she is travelling for family medical emergency. Will she have to quarantine at Mumbai airport ?? for how many days? how can i make arrangements for her additional testing/stay ? PLEASE HELP!!!
Hi Raghu! That’s a generic response. Nothing to worry about. She can carry the hard copy/printout or soft copy of the report and show upon arrival at Mumbai airport. She will be exempted from institutional quarantine in Mumbai.
We are traveling next week from Europe to Mumbai, and It would be helpful if you can share what happened on arrival?
Hi RJ! Mumbai has mandatory institutional quarantine for travelers from Europe, Brazil, South Africa and the Middle East.
Hi,
My in laws aged 72 & 62 were on tourist visa to Dubai and are returning back to Mumbai on 23rd Feb 2021. Do they need to get negative test report? Also Please let us know if they will be exempted for the mandatory 7 days hotel quarantine ? What do we need to do get the exemption?
Quresh! There is no exemption for travelers from the Middle East, except in medical emergency cases.
Isn’t there any exemption for senior citizens above 65years?
No unless they have a serious medical issue.
I am planning to travel EWR-BOM by United Airline non stop flight next week.
Plan to have the RT-PCR test before arriving in Mumbai.
Mumbai is my final destination.
Just wanted to check if I would be required to undertake home quarrantine? And if so how many days ?
Hi Abhay! You will have to take 7-14 days of home quarantine.
As per the new federal government SOP effective 22nd of Feb 11:59 pm, there should not be any quarantine rule for passengers arriving from Europe (except for UK) with a negative RT-PCR test. Does this apply to Mumbai/Maharashtra as well or will they overrule it with a separate SOP?
Hi Daniel! The SOP bulletin from the government of India does also mention, “States may consider (if required) additional requirements with regards to testing, quarantine and isolation as per their risk assessment.”
Thanks a lot for the additional Info. I guess best would be to fly in domestically via Delhi…
As per the new SOP, travellers from Middle East have mandatory institutional quarantine even after Covid -19 PCR test negative.
I would like to know, after 7 days mandatory quarantine, I would like to travel back to the UK from Mumbai airport possibly after day 10. I am one of the frontline workers in the UK, and need to return home (UK) ASAP.
Will I be able to book tickets to LON HEathrow from Mumbai after 10 days quarantine? I will provide COVID-19 PCR which would be valid for 72 hours.
Also, my parents have received 2 doses of the vaccination, does that exempt from institutional quarantine?
Many thanks
Hi Ahmed! India has not come up with exemption guidelines for the vaccinated. On 5-7th day of institutional quarantine, you will be tested. If you are negative, you will be discharged from institutional quarantine and be allowed to travel.
Hello
I have reviewed algorithm. I plan to travel on non stop flight directly from newark to Mumbai some time in May, 2021. I hold OCI. Assuming this new covid rule implemented on February, 22, 2021 stay good when I travel, do I still need to get covid 19 PCR test even though I would be vaccinated before I travel?
Hi Manish! The government of India has not yet issued relaxation/exemption guidelines for vaccinated travelers. There may be some relaxation for vaccinated international travelers by the time you will travel to India in May.
Under the new rules that came into effect in February 2021, are passengers arriving from UK to Mumbai allowed to travel to any other city in Maharashtra via road (like by taxi) or they need to undergo institutional quarantine after submitting negative RT-PCR Test and molecular test?
Please advise.
Hi! Namrata! Mumbai has compulsory institutional quarantine for travelers from the UK.
How about a foreigner coming from the Philippines. Will India be issuing a tourist e visa? And if yes, even having tested negative from RT – PCR from Philippines am I still required for an institutional quarantine if I’m just going to stay there for 14 days ?
Hi Joanne! Currently, tourist visa to India is suspended.
Hi I arrived last night from London and have been forced by the BMC to a hotel quarantine. This is the case for everyone on my flight . They never even looked at the negative test. The claimed that state can enforce their own guidelines. Even though Mumbai airport had the new circular updated on their website.
Hi Ruth! Since December 25, 2020, institutional quarantine has been mandatory for Mumbai-bound travelers from the UK, South Africa and the Middle East.
Hi! I will be arriving in Bangalore after transiting through Abu Dhabi. 2 days after my arrival in Bangalore, I have a flight to Mumbai, which is my final destination. Will I still have to undergo institutional quarantine in Mumbai? Thank you
Hi Shruti! Might be. The officials at Mumbai Airport will get to know from your passport that you traveled from the Middle East. If you travel to Mumbai as a domestic traveler, you may be able to evade institutional quarantine.
I am flying from US to mumbai via Dubai.
Will I be forced for mandatory institutional quarantine?
I am thinking to change my flight and fly with united directly to mumbai.
Any thoughts are appreciated.
Hi Vishal! It is recommended you travel on United Airlines (direct flight) to Mumbai.
I just wanted to give a first hand experience for people traveling from US to India via middle east. I had planned my travel from Dallas to DOH to BOM but I ended up changing my port of entry to Ahmedabad, GJ, given the potential of institutional quarantine in BOM.
Ahmedabad (AMD) was no problem at all. Of course, everyone needs to have a PCR test in US prior to departure but at AMD they did not even look at my PCR test results. They did their own PCR test on arrival at AMD at the traveler’s cost of Rs.800 (be ready with rupees but they take USD as well). Pretty efficient process with PCR test and then immigration and customs.
Overall AMD arrival was very smooth. Not sure about the situation in BOM but if you are going to Gujarat then AMD is a smooth process and will avoid the anxieties of BOM/ Maharashtra rules.
Just wanted to clarify. Passenger has to get the PCR test at AMD, costing Rs 800 BUT you don’t have to wait for the result. You simply give your phone number of a local contact and then you are free to go out of AMD airport right away.
Hi Rohit! Thank you very much for sharing your travel and arrival experience with us and other travelers.
I want to travel to mumbai from new jersey on 26th march. what can i do for safe travel to Surat & i got corona vaccine in Phoenix USA.
Hi AmleshBhai! Vaccinated travelers flying into India from abroad have to take an RT-PCR test not more than 72 hours before their scheduled journey to India. Please be advised to avoid Mumbai if your itinerary includes a layover in the Middle East. You may be subject to institutional quarantine for your transit in the Middle East.
Thanks Rohit for sharing your experience
What final destination did you mentioned in your Air Suvidha Form ?
This will help me to fill my form as well
My final destination was Valsad, GJ
I am planning to take a trip from Dubai to Maldives: stay for 1 week then travel from Maldives to finally land in Mumbai. In this case will I still have to do institutional quarantine in Mumbai if I have negative RT-PCR test which was done at my departure in Maldives?
Hi Olivia! It is a bit tricky. If the officials at Mumbai Airport got to know from your passport that you traveled from Dubai to Maldives in the past 7 days, you may be subject to institutional quarantine. But we think that you will be allowed home-quarantine based on your travel from the Maldives and the negative RT-PCR test report.
Ok thank you very much!
I am travelling to mumbai from kuwait on 9th march with my 4 years daughter.. Is is mandatory for me to do institutional quarantine?? Or I can do home quarantine??
Ni Nida! Mumbai has mandatory institutional quarantine for travelers from the Middle East.
Hi , i wish to travel to Mumbai from Dubai on 05/03/2021. I stay in Nasik. My journey is for just 8 days and would return back to Dubai. Is it mandatory to do Institutional quarantine? Yes, i will travel with Negative PCR Report. Please advise. Thanks
Hi Bhavesh! Mumbai has compulsory institutional quarantine for travelers from the Middle East, irrespective of their negative RT-PCR test reports.
even if it is for short stay? i mean less than 7 days?
Hi Bhavesh! Among Mumbai-bound travelers from the Middle East and Europe, only elderly passengers above 65, pregnant women, parents accompanying kids below 5 years, passengers with serious medical conditions, and passengers having death-like emergency in family are exempted from institutional quarantine.
Hi, i wish to travel from Mauritius to Mumbai , Can help me what are the procedures and Quarantine is compulsory
Hi Sivasai! Institutional quarantine is not compulsory for travelers from Mauritius given they are asymptomatic and take an RT-PCR test not more than 72 hours of undertaking the journey for India. You need to upload the negative RT-PCR test report onto Air Suvidha and fill out a self-declaration form on the same portal within 72 hours of undertaking the journey.
Hi, I am traveling from Canada to Mumbai with a -ve test. Upon arrival in Mumbai, can I travel to Pune by road and do my home quarantine in Pune?
Hi Khadija! If Maharashtra is your final destination and your flight to Mumbai originates from or transits in Europe/Middle East/Brazil/South Africa, you are subject to 7-day institutional quarantine upon arrival at Mumbai Airport, despite you being asymptomatic and having a negative RT-PCR report approved on Air Suvidha. On the 7th day of your stay at institutional quarantine facilities, you will be tested. If the result is negative, you will be discharged and advised 7-day home quarantine. You will have to give an undertaking with your consent to 7-day home quarantine. If you test positive again, you will be shifted to a hospital for COVID treatment.
Hi, I would like to know if there are any Covid quarantine restrictions for passengers travelling from Dubai to Pune? Secondly, I’m planning to travel onward from Pune to Thane via Cab or private vehicle, are there any restrictions for passengers travelling to Thane via Pune from Dubai.
Hi Jyoti! On December 22, Pune imposed mandatory institutional quarantine for travelers from the Middle East and Europe. We are not sure if this regulation is still in place for Pune-bound travelers from the Middle East and Europe.
Hello, I really need your help
I am planning to travel from Poland (Europe) to Mumbai via Emirates, and then take a domestic flight from Mumbai to Rajkot as I am a student and my family is in Gujarat ( Address on the passport is also Rajkot.) However I have the following questions, I would really appreciate your help.
1) I will be taking a RT – PCR test in Poland before departing, so If will have a negative test result certificate which is less than 72 hours , will I still have to undergo institutional quarantine in Mumbai for 7 days OR I will be allowed to take the domestic flight and go home / Rajkot ?
2) If I have a RT-PCR negative test result taken in less than 72 hours, am I still required to take another test on arrival at the Mumbai Airport?
Thanking you in advance for all your help
Hi Kajal! Mumbai has compulsory 7-day institutional quarantine for travelers from Europe, the Middle East, Brazil and South Africa. Only on completion of institutional quarantine, you will be allowed to travel to the final destination.
Hi
My niece will be traveling from Dubai to Mumbai on 13th March, can she avoid institutional quarantine.
Hi Jenila! Mumbai has compulsory institutional quarantine for travelers from the Middle East. She is not exempted from institutional quarantine unless she is pregnant, or traveling with kids below 5 years, or having an emergency in India.
I am planning to travel from Saudi Arabia to Mumbai in 1st week of April with my 5 year kid and 7 month pregnant wife , further i have to travel to Aurangabad in a private vehicle , I will have -ve RT-PCR test report .
Please let me know how to exempt institutional quarantine , and what document/certificates required for that .
Hi Sameer! Usually, Mumbai has compulsory institutional quarantine for travelers from the Middle East. However, you can seek exemption by providing valid documents of your wife’s pregnancy and your five-year-old’s age proof to the In-charge officer at Mumbai Airport. Before exiting the airport, you, your wife and kid will have to the swab sample for a molecular test.
Thanks for immediate feedback, please let me know following .
can airport authority release us for further journey after molecular swab test , or we need to wait till
swab results are come .
Hi Sameer! We don’t have the exact information related to your query. As far as we think, those exempted will be allowed to exit the airport after their swab is collected for a molecular test.
Would the spouse of pregnant women travelling from UK also be exempted from institutional quarantine? Also, is there a timeframe to define ‘advanced stage of pregnancy’?
Hi Dheeraj! In the guidelines announced by the Maharashtra government, there is no definition for ‘advanced stage of pregnancy’ and there is no rule about spouse of pregnant woman getting exemption. Please be advised to call the helpline number of Mumbai International Airport.
Hi i want to know, am traveling from qatar to mumbai and am vaccined with my 2nd dose, and will have pcr test also carrying with me, but my daughter she is 14yrs traveling with me ,so will she be exempted from quarantine?.please need a reply. Thank you
Hi
My mother (65) is flying back form Los Angeles to Mumbai in April. As per the rules will ge getting the negative PCR test before boarding. In this case does she need to take institutional and home quaratine? or she will be exempted? Please share your experience if anyone travelled in Feb 2021
Hi Raghu! May we know whether your mother has transit in the Middle East or Europe? That will help us give you a definite answer.
Dear All,
I would like to know the procedure if i need to visit India for only 4/5 days from Dubai showing the return ticket do i need to be in quarantine and self isolation even after doing my PCR test of 72 hours which is still valid.
Also while returning back to Dubai do i need to to PCR or any covid test?
Awaiting for your positive response..
Hi Dsouza! If you are arriving at Mumbai Airport and Maharashtra is your destination, you will be subject to compulsory institutional quarantine in Mumbai. If your final destination is outside the state of Maharashtra, you will be exempted from institutional quarantine provided you have a negative RT-PCR test report and you are asymptomatic. International travelers on a short trip (less than 14 days) outside of Maharashtra can seek exemption from home-quarantine on proper intimation of their return travel plans to the state/district health authorities. If Dubai’s entry requirements include a negative COVID test report, you will have to take a test prior to traveling back to Dubai.
Dear team my final destination will be in Mumbai only for4/5 days within Maharashtra..How can i avoid the quarantine & self isolation procedure.
Hi Dsouza! You can evade institutional quarantine by modifying your itinerary. You can travel to Mumbai via Bangalore.
Dear All,
I would like to gather some information stating if i need to travel Mumbai for less than 6/7 days showing the return ticket with my final destination only in Mumbai do i need to be in quarantine or self isolation period.
& what the procedures or the steps before landing Mumbai?
Do i Need to upload documents & information in Suvidha portal or in Arogya app. Is Indian number also mandatory to be in the airport if there is any OTP to be shared?
Which apps are mandatory to be uploaded in mobile devices?
Yours Sincerely.
Hi Rayan! Knowing where you will travel from will help us answer your queries. Whatever you are required to provide should be uploaded onto Air Suvidha, not Arogya Setu app.
I will be travelling from Dubai (UAE) only for 5 days only. Please
Mumbai has compulsory institutional quarantine for travelers from the Middle East unless they are senior citizens above 65 years, pregnant women, have serious medical conditions, accompany kids below 5 years of age, or have family emergency.
Thank you for your prompt reply.. I have a daughter who is 2 years of age & son is 5 years would we all be exempted from quarantine and is there any PCR test we all have to do in Mumbai airport as the PCR is still valid for me and my spouse for 72 hours.
hello, I will be travelling from latvia via germany to mumbai and final destination is vijayawada, I will be travelling with family 2kids age 2 and 6. I will be taking my PCR test before i travel. Do I have to take compulsory institutional quarantine?
Your comments will be great help
Hi Aravind! You can seek exemption for accompanying a kid below 5 years by providing valid documents to the in-charge officer at Mumbai Airport. Please note your request for exemption is subject to approval.
I need to know if a passenger is travelling from Oman, Muscat to Mumbai and then to Baroda, Gujarat by train in few hours after landing at Mumbai airport. Are there any quarantine rules.
Hi Murli! Since Maharashtra is not your final destination, you may have exemption. Please note exemption is subject to approval based on your documents to the satisfaction of the in-charge officer at Mumbai Airport.
If i have taken both the dose of covid vaccine and I am flying Mumbai from Middle East (Qatar) then do I need to go through institutional Quarantine?
Hi Khushboo! There is no relaxation/exemption for vaccinated international travelers in India. If Mumbai/Maharashtra is your final destination, you are subject to 7-day institutional quarantine upon arrival at Mumbai Airport.
Hi Indianeagle, if I travel from US to Bangalore/Mangalore via middle east or Europe, can I travel via road to kerala without quarantining in Karnataka? Another option is to travel directly to Mumbai/Delhi and take a connection to Mangalore and then cross the border, my final destination is Kasaragod in Kerala.
HI Mahin! You can travel to your final destination without any quarantine in Karnataka.
Hello Team.
I am coming to Mumbai from Dubai on 8th March 2021 early in the morning at 6. I did covid test here today that is on 6th March 2021. Which is within 72 hours of my travel. Do I have to still undergo institutional qurantine in Mumbai even if the report is negative? How do i avoid I institutional quarantine?
Please reply and confirm as soon as possible.
Hi Kalyani! We regret the delay in addressing your query. Hope you had safe travel and arrived safely.
Great job guys. This forum is very helpful.
I am travelling with my wife and 2 daughters 2 years and 6 years from qatar to mumbai.
I have read that i can get exemption with child below 5 years.
I need to know if i need to request for an exemption online or do i have to request it after arrival in mumbai.
I also have a friend traveling with us who has been vaccinated. Please advise if he can avoid institutional quarantine.
Thanks in advance
Hi Kenneth! You need to request exemption from institutional quarantine upon arrival at Mumbai Airport. Please go through https://www.indianeagle.com/travelbeats/faqs-india-travel-new-guidelines/ to know whether vaccinated travelers are exempted or not.
Hello,
I wish to travel to Mumbai from Dubai for 5 days for visiting my doctor. How can I evade the mandatory institutional quarantine in Mumbai? If I travel via Bangalore and take a connecting flight to Mumbai, wouldn’t I have to update my final destination as Mumbai on the self declaration form? Will it be a problem at BLR or BOM airport by doing so? Please let me know. Thank you.
Hi Jonita! If you are having a serious medical condition and you are going to visit a doctor in Mumbai for the same reason, you can seek exemption from institutional quarantine by providing valid document to the in-charge officer present at Mumbai Airport.
Thank you for your prompt reply. I am not sure if my condition will be considered serious, as I went through the list and it only states few medical condition as serious. I can get a letter from my doctor however, it will be a chance that I will be taking. As I don’t have many days in Mumbai, i prefer avoiding the risk. Is it ok to travel via BLR? I can stop in BLR for a day and then take the domestic flight to BOM?
Hi Jonita! We can’t give you assurance. You can try this way.
I am planning to travel to Mumbai from UAE. I am vaccinated, also my travel duration will be only 7-8 days, will I get exemption from institutional quarantine?
Hi Deepika! Neither vaccinated travelers nor travelers on a short-term from the Middle East are exempted from institutional quarantine, in our knowledge. Please be advised to call the helpline of Mumbai Airport.
Hi,
We are planning to visit İndia on March 20, 2021 for 3 weeks. Our journey starting point is İstanbul (Turkey) and end point will be Mumbai. We may come via Dubai or Doha. We have 2 children of 9 year & 2 years of age.
will we get exemption from 7 day compulsory quarantine?
Hi Azmatullah! We cannot confirm it. The details of Mumbai’s quarantine policy and exemption are provided in the article. Please go through the article.
Hi,
I am travelling from UK to Mumbai around the end of Mar, will remain in Mumbai for 3-4 days and then return back to UK. Can you let me know if i will get quarantine exemption for short trip which is less 7 days?
Appreciate your help.
Hi Stinson! As far as we know, there is no exemption for UK travelers on a short trip to Mumbai.
I am planning a travel from UK to Hyderabad. My home is in Solapur(which is in maharashtra but nearest airport is Hyderabad). So i will be traveling by road from Hyderabad to Solapur.
I will be returning to UK within 6 days. What will be the quarantine rule for me?
Hi Tushar! Make sure to carry the negative RT-PCR test report, a printout of the self-declaration form after filling it on Air Suvidha, and your return flight tickets. Accordingly, you will be advised home-quarantine in your final destination.
Hello, I am traveling from Atlanta, USA to Mumbai around Mar 16, transiting/connecting flight in Amsterdam,
Do I still need to Quarantine in Mumbai? My final destination is in Surat traveling by road. I also have Senior Citizens
traveling with me.
I would appreciate your help.
Hi Piyush! Since your final destination outside of Maharashtra, you are exempted from Mumbai’s institutional quarantine. You will be able to exit the airport or take a connecting flight after giving your swab sample for a molecular test at Mumbai Airport.
Hi Naved,
Wondering how your travel was. Was transiting through Amsterdam cause of any issues due to the Covid protocols in place and upon arriving in India? I plan to travel and wondering if direct flight from US to India would be good or to transit through Amsterdam, thus asking the question.
Thank you!
I am travelling from London to Bangalore for a business trip. I need to return UK in less than 7 days.
I have to visit Pune for 2 days in between(travel by domestic flight). What quarantine process do i need to follow? Please guide. Thanks in advance.
Hi Supriya! You need to take an RT-PCR test before traveling from London and a COVID test upon arrival at Bengaluru Airport. If both the test results are negative, you will be exempted from institutional quarantine. Considering your short trip, you may have exemption from home quarantine too. You need to share your domestic travel plans and produce your return flight tickets upon arrival at BLR Airport.
I am planning on travel from USA to Mumbai with connecting flight in Amsterdam. From Mumbai I will be traveling to Surat by car. I will be returning to USA in 12 days. what rules will apply to me?
Hi Natvar! Upon arrival at Mumbai Airport, you will have to give your swab sample for a molecular test. You will be able to exit the airport without having to wait for the test result. The pre-boarding rules require you to take an RT-PCR test and upload the negative result onto Air Suvidha within 72 hours of your flight from the USA.
Does the molecular test apply only in Mumbai or does it apply if I land in Delhi, traveling from USA, via Amsterdam, taking a domestic connecting flight to Chennai. Are there any additional screenings if i am going through Amsterdam or should I take a direct flight instead from US to India if that makes anythings easier at Amsterdam or Delhi/ Mumbai?
Hi Vivek! If you transit through Europe or Middle East, you will have to give your swab sample for a molecular test upon arrival at any airport in India.
Hi Indianeagle,
I intend to travel from New York to Mumbai in the first week of April on a permanent basis.
I plan to take a COVID test 72 hours prior to my departure from New York as per the prescribed guidelines.
My question is whether institutional quarantine is required in the above scenario and whether the answer changes if the flight is direct or with a layover.
Thank you in advance.
Hi Aaquib! You are not subject to quarantine upon arrival if you travel on a direct flight to Mumbai without transit in the Middle East or Europe.
Thank you for your response, appreciate it.
Hi
I am traveling to Mumbai on the 5th of April 2021. I am 56 years of age and have undergone an open heart surgery.
Please tell me if I would have to undergo the institutional quarantine.
My wife who is 58 years of age would be traveling with me as well.
Hi Darryl! You can seek exemption from institutional quarantine by providing valid documents regarding your age and medical condition to the In-charge officer at Mumbai Airport.
I am travelling from Dubai to Mumbai on 15 th March I have to go to Gujarat and I have booked my train 2 nd class ticket can I go by train after reaching Mumbai update me please
Hi Shubham! Yes you can. Upon arrival at Mumbai Airport, you need to give your swab sample for a molecular test and show your train tickets for onward domestic travel.
Hi I am travelling from Saudi Arabia to Mumbai along with family includes 2 kids less than 5 years old. Would i be able to apply for home quarantine by uploading pcr report online ?? whats the whole current process as daily there is a new protocol followed specially at mumbai airport.
Hi Shadab! For accompanying kids below 5 years, you can seek exemption from institutional quarantine by providing valid documents to the in-charge officer at Mumbai Airport. Please note you should take an RT-PCR test, upload the negative report onto Air Suvidha within 72 hours of your travel from Saudi and carry a printout.
Hi,
We are planning to travel from London to Mumbai with 3 year old child. How does that apply on quarantine for us considering that young child?
Also, what if myself along with child travel via private car to Surat, Gujarat straight from Mumbai airport and my husband stay back in Mumbai?
Thanks in advance,
Ankita Peety
Hi Ankita! Possible exemptions from institutional quarantine are detailed in the article. Your husband and you can seek exemption from institutional quarantine by providing valid documents to the in-charge officer at Mumbai Airport. Besides, you are exempted from institutional quarantine in Mumbai for your travel to the final destination outside the state of Maharashtra. You can travel to Surat while your husband can stay back in Mumbai.
Hi, I will be travelling London to Mumbai and will be traveling via Private car to Gujarat- Will I need to institutional quarantine in Mumbai ?
Hi Dillan! Since your final destination is out of the state of Maharashtra, you may get exemption from institutional quarantine in Mumbai. You must carry a negative RT-PCR report from London and take a molecular test upon arrival at Mumbai Airport.
Hi,
I am traveling to Mumbai for 3 weeks in April 2021 from a direct flight from the USA with my 2 year old baby.
Here is my itinerary –
Day 1 – USA to Mumbai direct international flight
Day 3 – Mumbai to Lucknow, UP in domestic flight
Day 5 – Lucknow to Mumbai in domestic flight
Day 20 – Mumbai to USA
Will I be allowed to travel to and from Lucknow within 2 days of travel to Mumbai? What documents /Tests I need to carry?
Thanks in advance.
Hi Ashwini! As per the new rules, both you and your baby have to take an RT-PCR test not more than 72 hours before your departure from the US. You must fill out self-declaration form and upload the negative test reports onto Air Suvidha within 72 hours. Make sure to carry a print out of the negative report and self declaration form. You maybe allowed to travel to and from Lucknow on sharing of your domestic travel plans with the in-charge officer at Mumbai Airport.
Hello,
I am planning on travelling from Toronto to Mumbai direct flight on last week of April. I will be doing the covid test from Canada here before 72 hour of flying and would upload negative test on Air Suvidha. Would i be exempt from institutional quarantine?
Regards
Natasha
Hi Natasha! Yes. You will be exempted from institutional quarantine.
Thank you aton. Appreciate the valuable service, time and efforts you are putting in. Cheers!
also, just wanted check that the flight that i am thinking to book is Toronto-Delhi-Mumbai. I will be going to Virar after that. Does this change anything?
Hi Natasha! No restrictions. You will be able to reach your final destination.
I am traveling from usa Atlanta,Paris,mumbai , do I require quarantine in mumbai
After having vaccine, two shits done and rtpcr _tiv
Hi Shaila! The government of India has not yet announced any relaxations for vaccinated travelers. You may be subject to 7-day institutional quarantine upon arrival in Mumbai because of your transit in Europe.
Hi, I am planning to travel from Frankfurt to Mumbai and further directly from Mumbai Airport to Surat via Private car or via domestic flight from Mumbai to Surat, I will stay in India for 10 days. What if I bring RT PCR negative test from Frankfurt, Do I need to test again at Mumbai Airport when I arrive ? or Institutional quarantine in Mumbai ?
Thank you in advance !
Regards,
Vishal
Hi Vishal! You will be required to take a molecular test upon arrival in Mumbai and then you can proceed towards the final destination.
Hi,
I am travelling to Mumbai from Qatar on 6th April. I have taken vaccine and the second and final dose is on 2nd April. Will I be exempt from hotel quarantine. I will be also taking the PCR test 48hr before traveling… I also heard there is express PCR test at Mumbai airport which gives result in 8hrs and if negative I can go home… Please advice. Thank you
Hi Raj! The government of India has not released any guideline regarding exemption for vaccinated travelers. You are likely to undergo 7-day institutional quarantine upon arrival at Mumbai, if your final destination is within Maharashtra.
Hello, we are planning to travel from London to Mumbai on 26 March. Then we are going to Nashik by car. We have 2 kids aged 4 and 5. We have medical emergency in family and we have required document for that too. We are going to carry mandatory PCR test with us. Can we get exemption from hotel quarantine? Thank you in advance.
Hi Snehal! For accompanying kids below 5 years and having a family emergency, you are likely to get exemption from institutional quarantine. Please note it is subject to approval based on your documents to the satisfaction of the in-charge officer at Mumbai Airport.
I am traveling to Mumbai for 4 days. Will the institutional quarantine rules apply? Please let me know.
Hi Pooja! Can you please share from where you are traveling, so that we can give a more definite answer?
Hello,
I am planning to travel to Mumbai From New Jersey (USA). on March 29th
I will be taking direct flight from EWR-BOM (United Airways). I am planning to take the RT-PCR test 72 hrs before the departure.
If I don’t get the results before the departure of my flight would I be allowed to board the flight & take the RT-PCR test at Mumbai on arrival OR the airlines will not even allow to board the flight.
Hi Gaurav! According to the current rules, you must take an RT-PCR test before undertaking the travel to India. Without a negative report, you won’t be allowed to board the flight. Please be advised to check with United Airlines too.
hi bro,
i am travelling through ethopian arilines from nigeria to mumbai on 31st of march and will be landing on 1st of april. my flight carrier is ethopian airline. from mumbai i will be proceeding to pune. what are the chances of 7 day quarantine at mumbai on arrival.
Hi Sameep! If your final destination is within Maharashtra and your flight does not originate/transit from UK, Europe, Middle East, South Africa and Brazil, you will not be subject to institutional quarantine upon arrival at Mumbai. But you must be asymptomatic and should have filled out self-declaration form and upload a negative RT-PCR test report within 72-hours of your departure on Air Suvidha.
Hi,
My father in law is ill, bedridden at the moment, my husband needs to go see him and will probably only get leave for 7 days, what is the quarantine protocol for coming on a 7 day emergency visit? He has no documentation for his father’s illness as he has to go there to meet with the doctors, etc. He will be travelling from the UAE- Dubai.
Kindly advise. Thank you.
Hi Jo! As per the guidelines, valid documentation regarding family-distress (emergency situation) must be submitted to the in-charge officer at Mumbai Airport to seek exemption institutional quarantine.
Hi,
I am planning to travel from Dubai To Mumbai (On 23-Mar-2021) for 4 days stay in Mumbai.
Return will b on 26-Mar-2021. Please advise if i will get exemption in quarantine as my stay in Mumbai lasts only for 4 days ?
Hi Karthik! Those planning a trip to Mumbai shorter than 7 days are likely to get exempted from quarantine given they being asymptomatic and carrying confirmed return tickets. But we are not sure whether this relaxation applies to travelers from the Middle East. Please be advised to call the helpline of Mumbai Airport.
I am planning to travel from Frankfurt, Germany to Mumbai on 29.03.2021. And then directly proceed to Goa via a domestic flight from Mumbai. I will travel with a negative PCR test. If I am asymptomatic and have a -ve test report, will I be subjected to institutional quarantine in Mumbai?
Are the rules about this clear or can the officer decide at his own discretion? Is it better to transit via Delhi?
Hi Manohar! No, you won’t be subject to institutional quarantine in Mumbai. You will be required to give your swab sample for a molecular test upon arrival at Mumbai Airport and then you will be allowed to take your connecting flight to Goa. The result of the molecular test will be communicated to you.
Hi, I am planning to travel From Nairobi, kenya to Mumbai next month for 3 months. And I have my baby with me who is just 14 months old. Please advice if I can get exemption as I have read in airport rules there is exemption.
Hi Saniya! Yes, you can seek exemption from quarantine on the basis of accompanying a child below 5 years of age. You have to submit required age-proof documents to the officer in-charge at Mumbai Airport. Please note approval is based on the satisfaction of the in-charge officer based on your documents.
Is covid test done again after arriving in Mumbai? Just curious
or after landing and picking up luggage, we can go? (assuming we present the negative RT-PCR test?
Hi Natasha! If you travel on a nonstop/direct flight to Mumbai from the US or any other country, excluding the UK, Europe, South Africa, Brazil and the Middle East, you can exit Mumbai Airport without taking a molecular test upon arrival.
Hey so I wanted to know i will be traveling from sfo US to mumbai and will be transiting thorough germany I will get my negative pcr test do I still need to quarantine at mumbai airport.
Hi Rahul! If your final destination is within Maharashtra, then you will be subject to 7-day institutional quarantine upon arrival at Mumbai Airport, despite having a negative RT-PCR test report.
Hello,
I am travelling from NJ to Mumbai non-stop on 1st April, 2021. I am vaccinated – both shots on 14th Jan, and 11th Feb. So my travel is after around 1-1/2 months after taking 2nd shot. Do I still need to carry negative PCR test report?
Thanks,
Jay
Hi Jay! You need to carry a negative RT-PCR report uploaded and approved on Air Suvidha within 72 hours of your journey from NJ. Vaccinated travelers are not yet exempted from taking a pre-arrival RT-PCR test.
Hi, I am Pankaj Shet. My wife and kids are coming to Mumbai from Kochi in March for summer holidays. As per rule RTPCR -ve report required for pesons coming from kerala. Is it required for childrens below 10 yrs of age or there parents test reports are enough.
Hi Pankaj! It is mandatory for everyone, irrespective of age.
Hi I want to travel NY to Mumbai via united airlines or qatar. Which would be considered best? I have a 2.5 y old child, my husband and my self who will be pregnant at the time travel. We need to then go on to pune via car so are looking to avoid institutional quarantine.
Hi Annie! Considering your case, we recommend travel on United Airlines’ direct NY to Mumbai flight. If you travel on a direct flight without transit in Europe or the Middle East, neither of you will be required to take a molecular test upon arrival at Mumbai Airport. Our website IndianEagle.com has the best deals for United flights. You can feel free to call our travel advisors at 1-800-615-3969 for any assistance.
Hi I want to travel doha to mumbai in may. And i had completed my 2 dose of vaccination in doha so can i skip the institutional quarantine.
Hi Steven! The government of India has not yet issued any relaxation/exemption for vaccinated travelers from abroad.
Hi I’am a seafarer and have been on a ship in Qatar from last 6 months, I’am doing my PCR test and ma very sure I will be negative as our ship is COVID free from last 6months, do I have to do institutional quarantine or I am exempted from quarantine for being a seafarer like every other country
Hi, I am travelling from seattle via Qutar with my 5 year old .Will
I need to do institutional quarantine. I have taken both shots of my vaccine. I also have visa stamping in 3 days. Will I be able to keep that appointment if I have a negative covid test.
Hi Winnie! As per the updated guidelines, travelers inoculated with both doses of an approved COVID vaccine, can seek exemption from institutional quarantine and exit the Mumbai Airport on production of the vaccine certificate to the satisfaction of the airport staff. However, you will still require a negative RT-PCR report not older than 72 hours before departure.
Hi my family and daughter 8 old travel Sharjah UAE to Mumbai we are exemption for quarantine.
Hi Shaista! Your family and your daughter will be subject to 7-day institutional quarantine upon arrival at Mumbai Airport, if your final destination is within Maharashtra or if you are not vaccinated.
I am pregnant and I want to travel from London to Mumbai for 10 days for some urgent work …..I will be exempt from institutional quarantine .is it possible to have a short stay in Mumbai and how many days do I have to quarantine ?
Hi Tanvi! You can seek exemption from institutional quarantine on grounds of being pregnant. Also, for short trip, you need to show confirmed ticket for your return flight upon arrival at Mumbai airport to seek exemption from quarantine. Please note exemption is subject to approval on condition of providing valid documents to the satisfaction of the In-charge officer at Mumbai Airport.
Any exemption for senior citizens aged 65+ at Mumbai international airport arriving from Dubai?
Hi Boris! Yes, you can seek exemption from institutional quarantine at Mumbai Airport, for being above 65 years. Please note exemption is subject to approval on condition of providing valid documents to the satisfaction of the In-charge officer at Mumbai Airport.
Hi Good Morning,
I am traveling from London to Ahmedabad via Mumbai through Air travel with my wife. we both have Two doses of Pfizer/Biontech Vaccines.
My question is, Do we have to do Institutional quarantine in mumbai or we are allow to take connecting flight to ahmedabad as is consider as Other state.
Thank you
Waiting for your valuable reply
Hi Patel! Since your final destination is out of Maharashtra, you won’t be subject to institutional quarantine. However, you will be required to give your swab sample for a molecular test upon arrival at Mumbai Airport and then wait for the result. You will be allowed to take your connecting flight to Ahmedabad if your molecular test result is negative.
Hi , I will be arriving to Mumbai from UK at midnight and will be then taking a connecting flight. How long does it take to get the results of molecular tests. Is 7 hours enough time between arrival in Mumbai and the departure of connecting flight? Thank you
Hi Vivek! The 7-hr layover may be sufficient depending on the rush of international arrivals on a given day.
I am planning to travel from USA Atlanta, Paris, Bangalore for six months. (delta flight connecting to airfrance in Paris)I have already taken two COV-19 vaccine shots. If my RT-PCR test comes negative 72 hours before departure will I require 7 day quarantine in Bangalore? Also do I need to upload the RT-PCR test report on air suvidha portal.
Hi Nalini! If you have a negative RT-PCR report within 72 hours prior to your departure, you can exit the Bangalore Airport after giving your swab sample for a molecular test upon arrival. Also, you will have to upload your pre-arrival negative RT-PCR onto Air Suvidha portal.
Hi , my wife and my 2 kids ( 2 year and 7 year) travelling from Jaipur to Mumbai by Spicejet flight. Whether i need to carry negative covid report for my kids also. Kindly confirm.
Hi Umesh! As per the guidelines, all travelers from Rajasthan must carry a negative RT-PCR report not older than 72 hours before departure.
I am fully vaccinated and travelling to Mumbai via Qatar with a 5 year old child. I see the rules have changed and I will not be exempt from institutional quarantine as I am vaccinated. But will my child who is 5 years old also be exempt or we will have to go through institutional quarantine as she has not received the vaccine?
Hi Winnie! Parents accompanying kids below or up to 5 years of age can seek exemption from quarantine. Please note exemption is subject to approval on condition of providing valid documents to the satisfaction of the In-charge officer at Mumbai Airport.
Hello! I am traveling from usa to mumbai in may 2021- I have a 10 year visitor visa- but I read that it is not being honored and only emergency visas are being issued. I will be completely vaccinated by the time I travel- I am seeing mixed messages in embassy site- can you provide some direction please??? Thank you!
Hi Dolly! Currently, India is permitting travelers with a regular entry visa or emergency entry visa. Entry on tourist visa is not allowed.
I am travelling from Mumbai to Oman on OmanAir, please advise
1. The PCR test needs to be done 72 hrs before arrival at destination or from departure ?
2. If i take PCR test in Goa and then travel to mumbai by road, will my PCR test be valid for travelling from mumbai airport ?
Hi Adnan! As per the requirements of Oman, you are required to take a PCR test within 72-hours prior to the scheduled time of arrival and present a negative COVID-19 test result. Your test result taken in Goa will be valid if it falls within the required time frame when you arrive in Oman.
Hello,
I am planning to travel to Mumbai in April. Can someone please tell me what are the quarantine rules for travelers traveling from USA to Mumbai? Do we still have 14 days home quarantine even if we have negative RT PCR report?
Hi Nikhil! If you are traveling to Mumbai on a direct or non-stop flight from the US, you won’t be required to undergo home quarantine, given you are asymptomatic and have a pre-arrival negative RT-PCR report.
Hi, I am planning to travel to India from USA (via Transit in Germany), I will be traveling with 9 and 14 year old kids, While both parents are/will be fully vaccinated (2 doses), do I still need to check in institutional Quarantine for 7 days, post Negative RT-PCR test (72 hours prior)? I will be traveling to Pune from Mumbai.
Thank You
Nishant
Hi Nishant! As per the updated guidelines of Mumbai Airport, travelers inoculated with two doses of vaccine can seek exemption by providing both vaccination certificates. Please note exemption is subject to approval on condition of providing valid documents to the satisfaction of the In-charge officer at Mumbai Airport.
The exemption from quarantine due to vaccination order only talks about completing 2 dosage of vaccine. Johnson & Johnson has only 1 shot. Will I be exempted? How should I go about this?
Hi PatXen! Mumbai’s advisory strongly recommends two doses of an approved vaccine. Please be advised to call the helpline of Mumbai Airport.
Hi, I am traveling from Dubai with my family to Mumbai and will be staying for 10 days. Will I be exempted from institutional quarantine ?
Hi Nisha! Travelers arriving in Mumbai for a short trip of 7-10 days can seek exemption from institutional quarantine by showing confirmed return tickets to the airport authorities. Please note exemption is subject to approval on condition of providing valid documents to the satisfaction of the In-charge officer at Mumbai Airport. Also travelers should test negative in molecular test taken upon arrival and be asymptomatic.
Hi, I am traveling to Mumbai from USA via Amsterdam with my 6 year old child.
I also have a pet Cat traveling with me. Do you know if there will be any exemption as institutional quarantine facilities are not allowing pet.
Additional do you know if I’ll be able to book the quarantine hotel once I land in Mumbai or do I have to book it before travel.
Thanks
Hi Amod! You won’t be subject to institutional quarantine at Mumbai Airport if your final destination is outside of the state of Maharashtra. But if your final destination is within Maharashtra, you and your child can seek exemption from institutional quarantine at Mumbai Airport, if both of you are vaccinated with two doses of COVID vaccine. Please note approval is based on production of your vaccine certificate to the satisfaction of the airport staff. You can book for quarantine hotel upon arrival at Mumbai Airport.
Hi. I ama seafarer and would be flying from korea to Mumbai via dubai and Hyderabad. I have negative RT-PCR test uploaded on Air Suvidha. Do I need to go for institutional quarantine. My arrival would be at T2
Hi,
I’m travelling from Thailand to Mumbai via Dubai with my wife and will be arriving on 1st April, 2021 in Mumbai. I’ll be travelling to Gujarat from there by road. What is the exact procedure as per current rule ?
Hi Urmish! You must fill out a self-declaration form on Air Suvidha portal and upload negative RT-PCR report not older than 72 hours before departure onto the same portal. Also, carry physical copy of the negative test report. Since your final destination is outside the state of Maharashtra, you will be allowed to exit the airport after submitting your swab sample for a molecular test upon arrival at Mumbai Airport
Hello,
I am traveling with direct flight from usa to mumbai. I took my vaccine but my vaccine type was only one dose (johnson and johnson). The second dose is not needed for this type. Is institutional quarantine applicable for my case ? What else I need to do so that I have directly go home after arrival ?
Hi Rohit! Since you are flying on a direct flight to Mumbai from USA, you won’t be subject to institutional quarantine. You need to carry a negative RT-PCR report not older than 72 hours before your departure and also be asymptomatic. You can exit the airport or take a connecting flight without having to undergo another COVID test or quarantine upon arrival.
I plan to fly Los Angeles-Newark-Mumbai-Chennai with a negative Covid test. Do I need to apply separately for Chennai Airport exit formalities along with Air Suvidha self declaration? I have taken two doses of Moderna vaccine.
Is flying through Delhi or middle east a better option?
Hi Sohan! The vaccination alone won’t get you exempted from institutional quarantine in Chennai. You need to take an RT-PCR test not more than 72 hours before your travel from Los Angeles/Newark. Within 72 hours prior to the travel from the US, you need to register on Tamil Nadu’s portal and apply for a TN e-pass.
Hi!
Firstly, thank you for being so helpful to everyone in the comments. I have a friend travelling from the USA with his covid test within 72 hours of arrival, but he is just planning on transiting through Mumbai International airport to Maldives, and then back the same way after two weeks. Would this be possible? They are two separate tickets (ORD-BOM round trip, BOM-MLE round trip) with different airlines. Will this be a problem?
Thank you for your help!
Hi Dee! First of all, every India-bound international traveler needs to take an RT-PCR test not more than 72 hours before their scheduled departure from the USA. If he/she meets the Maldives’ entry requirement, he/she will be able to travel via Mumbai Airport.
Hello,
I have a similar question as the one before me. I am traveling from the United States (NY) to Mumbai via Dubai. I have been vaccinated but only single dose (Johnson & Johnson) as this vaccine does not require a second dose. Please let me know if I will be subject to institutional quarantine and/or what I can do for the vaccine exemption.
Thank you.
Hi Rohan! As per the advisory issued by Mumbai’s municipal corporation, international travelers immunized with two doses of vaccine will have exemption from institutional quarantine.
if you have 2 dose of vaccine why do i need pre pcr test for boarding to mumbai from uk
I want to travel on 13th April for around 8 -9 days from Abu Dhabi to Mumbai. I am vaccinated with 2 doses. Can I exempt from institutional quarantine.
What are the pre-requisites to travel from Abu Dhabi to Mumbai and Vice a versa?
Hi Manik! Please go through the article. It is clearly written that travellers vaccinated two doses of vaccine will be exempted from institutional quarantine.
My wife is travelling from saudi arabia to Hyderabad Airport with kids ,further we have to travel to Aurangabad by separate flight ,Do we have allowed to take domestic flight from Hydrabad airport with home Quarantine Stamp .
Hi Sameer! Yes you will be allowed given you have a negative RT-PCR report uploaded on Air Suvidha.
Hi sir/ goodday
I have flight on 31 march from somalia-dubai-mumbai.. I will carry my covid certificate with me before boarding flight. I stay in mumbai. Do i still have to go instutitional quarantine ??? Or home quarantine
Hi Ravi! If you are vaccinated with two doses, you are eligible for exemption from institutional quarantine in Mumbai.
Hello,
I am scheduled to fly to Mumbai through Emirates (Dallas – Dubai – Mumbai) in June 2021. I am fully vaccinated but my 6 years old daughter is not. we both will be getting tested for RT-PCR testing before flying. do we still have to undergo 7 day mandatory institutional quarantine, as my daughter is not vaccinated? thanks
Hi Ria! Exemption from institutional quarantine is for vaccinated travelers or for those with kids below 5 years of age. Since your daughter does not qualify under either of the two, she may not get exemption from institutional quarantine. Please be advised to call the helpline of Mumbai International Airport. Hope the things will be easier by the time you will travel.
Dear Sir,
I have a flight from Dubai to Mumbai on the 7th of May 2021, i have already been vaccinated here in the UAE, I will still have to carry my covid 19 PCR test and as well as Vaccinated Doses card as a proof for exemption of Institutional quarantine in Mumbai. will they still take a PCR test on arrival. Although i will still stay at home for everyone’s safety.
please do let me know
Best Regards
Hi Bosco! You may have to give your swab sample for a molecular test on arrival – which the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation’s (BMC) advisory is not clear about. You must carry pre-arrival RT-PCR report and also both your COVID vaccine certificates. Please note approval from exemption depends on production of your vaccine certificate to the satisfaction of the airport staff.
I am travelling to New York to Ahmedabad via Dubai, I dont have Vaccination, but will carry Negative PCR result, Is there any institutional Quarantine i need to go through there or is just having home Quarantine.
my planing to travel on 1st Aprl, 2021.
any help or recent travel information Appreciated.
Thank you.
Hi Tahuka! You won’t be subject to institutional quarantine. Mostly you will be advised to home quarantine yourself or self-monitor your health after submitting your swab sample for a molecular test at Ahmedabad Airport upon arrival.
Hi, I am travelling from London to Mumbai on 12 April 2021. I have been vaccinated for COVID-19 – both doses in February 2021. Is there a specific requirement for the vaccination certificate? who issues me the certificate?
What is acceptable at Mumbai Airport?
Hi Nikhil! UK health authorities will issue vaccination certificates, which can be used to seek exemption from institutional quarantine at Mumbai Airport. Please note approval is based on the satisfaction of the in-charge officer in relation to the documents provided.
My sister is traveling from Doha (Qatar) to Mumbai with her two kids below 7 years of age. She has a negative rtpcr test report with her (test carried out within 72 hrs of travel). Will she be subjected to institutional quarantine?
Hi Archana! If your sister’s final destination is within Maharashtra, then she will be subject to institutional quarantine at Mumbai Airport despite having a pre-arrival negative RT-PCR report.
Hi,
I am planning to travel to India from Boston via Turkey on 30th April for some personal work. I am planning to return to Boston on 10th May. I have not taken the vaccine yet.. I have following queries:
1. Would I have to go thru institution quarantine even if I have negative rt-pcr test report ?
2. Would I be allowed to travel back after short stay ?
Hi Megha! May we know to which place in India will you be traveling to?
I am traveling to Mumbai from Bsoton.
Hi Megha! Yes, you will be subject to institutional quarantine despite having a pre-arrival negative RT-PCR report. Travelers coming to Mumbai for a short trip can seek exemption from institutional quarantine and return back by informing the district/state health authorities at Mumbai Airport about their travel and by showing the confirmed return tickets to the satisfaction of the In-charge officer at the airport. But, we are not sure since your travel involves transit in the Middle East. Please be advised to call the helpline of Mumbai Airport.
I have a flight from Paris to Mumbai and then domestic transit from Mumbai to Ranchi. Will I be subject to institutional quarantine or will I be allowed to continue with my travel. I am carrying the negative rtpcr test report
Hi Ravi! You will be allowed to continue towards your final destination (Ranchi), after giving swab sample for a molecular test upon arrival at Mumbai Airport. Result of the molecular test will be communicated to you via e-mail or through phone.
I’m traveling from Qatar to Mumbai for a 3 week and I have a return flight ticket also from Mumbai to Qatar is that I can be home quarantine or else and also I have negative pcr test report…
Hi Rick! You can get exemption from institutional quarantine at Mumbai Airport only if your final destination is outside of Maharashtra or if you have received both doses of vaccination. Otherwise, you will be required to undergo 7-day institutional quarantine upon arrival at Mumbai Airport, despite having a pre-arrival negative RT-PCR report.
Hi – I am travelling from London to Goa and have a layover in Mumbai. Is there a possibility that I am asked to do an institutional/ home quarantine and not allowed to board my Goa flight?
Hi Sujata! No, you won’t be subject to institutional quarantine at Mumbai Airport. You have to submit your swab sample for a molecular test upon arrival at Mumbai Airport and wait for the result. Only after testing negative, you will be allowed to take your connecting flight to Goa.
Hi I will be travelling from Riyadh to Mumbai on the 22April21, I will be having a softcopy of the RT-PCR test, further I have had one dose of the vaccine.
Will I be allowed for home quarantine or will have to undertake the 7 days institutional quarantine.
Hi Hareesh! You need to carry a physical copy of the negative RT-PCR report even after uploading the result on Air Suvidha portal. As per the guidelines, you need to be inoculated with both doses of vaccine to seek exemption from Institutional quarantine. So, if your final destination is within Maharashtra, you will be subject to 7-day institutional quarantine upon arrival at Mumbai Airport.
I have a passenger travelling from Switzerland to Mumbai (via frankfurt). the passenger will be carrying a negative covid test report from Switzerland. Will she have to do a covid test again upon arrival at Mumbai Airport?
Thank you
Hi Leysha! Yes, she will have to submit her swab sample for a molecular test upon arrival at Mumbai Airport, despite having a pre-arrival negative RT-PCR report.
Hello,
I am traveling with direct flight from Los Angeles- Newark- to Mumbai. I will be taking direct flight from USA to Mumbai
I took my vaccine 2 dose of vaccine. Is institutional quarantine applicable for my case? Do I need to apply for exemption institutional quarantine on Air Suvidha Portal?
Hi Hitiksha! No, you won’t be subject to institutional quarantine. You can exit the Mumbai Airport if you carry a pre-arrival negative RT-PCR report not older than 72 hours before departure and remain asymptomatic.
Hello,
Thank you for your response.
Do I need to apply institutional quarantine exemptions on air Suvidha portal?
Do I need to do home quarantine for 14 days after exiting the airport ?
Hi Hitiksha! No, you need not apply for any exemption on Air Suvidha portal. You will be advised to self-monitor your health for 14 days after exiting the airport.
Hi,
Does the 72 hrs before departure start from LA (SFO in my case) or EWR? Thanks in advance!
Hi Richa! May we know which airline you will travel on? Usually, you need to take an RT-PCR test not more than 72 hours before boarding your international flight from the USA.
Hi
In the US, Walgreens offers three Covid-19 tests:
–Rapid Diagnostic test (ID NOW)
–Diagnostic Lab test (PCR)
–Rapid Antigen test (BinaxNOW).
The third (antigen test) is not an RT-PCR test for submitting to Air Suvidha.
Would the ID NOW test and PCR be vaild for Air Suvidha? Any experience from folks who have use either test?
Hi,
I have come from Kazakhstan, via Dubai,I stayed at institutions quarantine for 7 days,did my test negative result,my vaccine date at home in mumbai is on 8th can I take my vaccine.
Thanks for the good job you guys are doing !
Can you specify if there is any mention on Vaccine make (e.g Sinopharm, Astrazeneca etc. ) for exemptions ? or are all the Vaccines are accepted ? any specification on days after second dose before we travel to Mumbai ?
I ll be traveling from Dubai to Mumbai after two weeks.
Thanks
Hi Itteyra! We are not sure about this. Please be advised to call the helpline number of Mumbai International Airport.
hi I planning to come to Mumbai from Jaipur via train this week of Sunday, for one day and again I will return to Jaipur the next day by train, so there is the restriction on weekend travel? i can come and go the next day, or home quarantine is applicable here?
Hi Radhika! The weekend lockdown does not restrict travel by train.
Hi, I am travelling to Mumbai from London on 8th April due to sudden death of my father. I was told to fill an exemption form for institutional quarantine on air suvidha.
This morning I received an email saying that my application for exemption has been rejected. Does that mean I will have to do a hotel quarantine for 14 day and miss my father funeral?
I had uploaded all the required documents. I have a negative RT- PCR test and I have had 2 doses of covid vaccination.
Hi Soumendra! Please be advised to call the helpline number of Delhi International Airport.
Hello,
I am travelling from New York to Mumbai, I have a day’s work in Mumbai and then need to travel to Delhi as my final destination. I will be carrying negative test report from Newyork to Mumbai. Will I have to undergo a home quarantine in Mumbai? As my final destination is delhi.
Regards,
Anjan
Hi Anjan! If you are flying to Mumbai from New York on a non-stop flight, you will be advised to self-monitor your health, given you are asymptomatic and have a pre-arrival negative RT-PCR report. You will be able to take your connecting flight also.
Hi! My mother who is 73 years old will be travelling to mumbai next week alongwith my daughter who is a student studying in mumbai. Iam aware that elderly above 60 have exemption from quarantine. My question is it mandatory for my daughter to do 7 days instiutional qurantine or can she be exempted alongwith my mother? as she will be my mother’s support for travelling back home. Please advise.
Hi Felicia! We are not sure about this. Please be advised to call the helpline number of Mumbai International Airport.
My name is Kenneth Dsouza. I will be traveling to mumbai from Qatar with my wife and 2 children age 6 and 2 years. I need to know 2 things. My wife and me have both been fully vaccinated but we will request exemption on the basis of our 2 year old child since our 6 year old is not vaccinated.
1. Do we need to request for excemption on air suvidha or do we have to do it on arrival.
2. We also want to know if negative pcr test is to be done for my 6 year old as well as 2 year old.
Hi Kenneth! Exemption on Air Suvidha portal is only in the case of death in the family. Pre-arrival negative RT-PCR test report is mandatory for all international travelers irrespective of their age.
Hello,
Thanks for this valuable information! I am fully vaccinated and will travel from the U.S. to Kolkata via London (transit) and Mumbai on 18th April. Is the institutional quarantine exemption at BOM for fully vaccinated travelers still in force (as long as they show a negative RT-PCR test ) given the increasing number of COVID cases in Mumbai?
Thanks again for your time and answer.
Hi Anitesh! You are exempted from institutional quarantine for two reasons – you are vaccinated and your final destination is outside the state of Maharashtra.
Hi
We are traveling from San francisco to Delhi and then with connecting flight to Mumbai by Air India flight.
If we will upload Negative RT -PCR report for all my family members ( including 2 kids , age 16 years and 8 Years )
and I will also upload vaccination certificate for me and my wife .
will we get exempted from institutional quarantine ?
Hi Kamal! Vaccination, negative RT-PCR reports and traveling on nonstop flights to India make you and your family exempted from institutional quarantine in Mumbai. No worries! Wish you safe travel! If possible, please share your travel experience with us and other readers.
Hi,
I am traveling from Atlanta, US to Mumbai via Amsterdam. I am fully vaccinated and will also be uploading the negative RT-PCR report. How do I apply for an exemption? I do not see any option for fully vaccinated people on the exemption form in air suvidha. Thanks!
Hi Priyanka! You can seek exemption from institutional quarantine upon arrival at Mumbai Airport by submitting your vaccine certificates and other relevant documents to the satisfaction of the in-charge officer at the airport.
Hello
My final destination is chandigarh but I’m transitting through Mumbai
Will I still need to quarantine 7 days?
I have a neg rt pcr report that I’ve completed in uk…
Please advise
Regards
Hi Gill! You will be allowed to take your connecting flight to Chandigarh after testing negative in a molecular test taken on arrival at Mumbai Airport.
Hi
I will be travelling from Dubai to Mumbai on the 16th April via Air India. I have received my RT-PCR repot which are negative. Do I still have to Institutional quarantine myself or can I directly home quarantine for 14 days?
Hi Rochelle! If your final destination is within Maharashtra, then you will be subject to 7-day institutional quarantine upon arrival at Mumbai Airport despite having a pre-arrival negative RT-PCR report.
Hi,
I am planning to travel from Amsterdam to Mumbai this weekend. No vaccine but will carry by Covid tests (taken minimum 72 hours prior). I am also prepared to take a test at mumbai airport. Can i be exempted from Institutional quarantine?
Hi Singh! You will be subject to 7-day institutional quarantine if your final destination is within Maharashtra, despite having a pre-arrival negative RT-PCR report not older than 72 hours before departure.
I am traveling from USA to Mumbai transiting through Europe (either UK, Netherlands or Germany). I am fully vaccinated. I will also have a negative RT-PCR Test result with me. I have 3 questions
1) Will I need to go through institutional quarantine.
2) What are the other relevant documents needed to be produced to the in-charge officer at the airport in addition to my vaccination card and negative test result.
3) Do I have to go through another COVID test in Mumbai upon arrival
Hi Paul! You won’t be subject to institutional quarantine if you submit your vaccine certificates to the satisfaction of the in-charge officer at Mumbai Airport. Your pre-arrival negative RT-PCR report and vaccination certificate might be sufficient. You may have to submit your swab sample for a molecular test upon arrival at Mumbai Airport.
I am traveling from Doha, Qatar to Mumbai. I stay in Mumbai. Can I take the RT-PCR Test from Suburban Diagnostics on arrival Mumbai Airport & quarantine 14 days at home. please mail me on my email address.
Hi Rohit! You need to carry a pre-arrival negative RT-PCR report not older than 72 hours before your departure from Doha. You will be subject to 7-day institutional quarantine upon arrival at Mumbai Airport, if your final destination is within Maharashtra and you are not fully vaccinated.
Hi, I am traveling from Washington DC to Hyderabad and Hyderabad is my final destination. I and my kids have a US passport but do not have OCI. I will take an RT-PCR test within 72 hours prior to my departure from the USA and I will upload the test result onto Air Suvidha or show it on arrival. I am travelling with my 9 year old as well as 2 year old. We also want to know if negative pcr test is to be done for my 9 year old as well as 2 year old., will I be subject to institutional or home quarantine in Hyderabad? Please advice whether I can travel on emergency without OCI. Thanks.
Hi Anup! Yes, you can travel. You and your kids need a medical visa if your purpose is medical treatment or emergency entry visa if your purpose is medical emergency of a family member. You can also travel on entry ‘X’ visa. Apart from filling out self-declaration form on Air Suvidha and uploading your pre-arrival negative RT-PCR report onto the same portal, you need to carry physical copies of the negative COVID report. Yes, the RT-PCR test is mandatory for both your kids. If you are flying on a non-stop or direct flight, you will be advised to self-monitor your health for 14 days.
Hi, my husband and I have both been inoculated completely with the COVID-19 vaccine. We are planning to travel from Mumbai to Dubai, with our 2 children aged 10 and 8. Is the institutional quarantine mandatory in Mumbai or can we seek an exemption and be home quarantined instead? Thank you.
Hi Pamela! Sorry, we cannot give you a definite answer. Please be advised to call the helpline of Mumbai International airport or the Mumbai Municipality
https://csmia.aero/bmc-helpline.aspx
Hello, I am traveling from Newark, USA to Mumbai on United nonstop flight. I am a US Citizen with OCI and my family member is Indian Citizen with US Green Card. We are also fully vaccinated (2 doses of Pfizer vaccine). We will also have negative RT-PCR Test result with us. We will be exiting through Mumbai airport. I have a few questions:
1. Will we need to go through Institutional Quarantine?
2. Will we need to go through Home Quarantine?
3. What documents do I need to have with me and what is the process once landing in Mumbai?
Hi Dave! You have to fill out a self-declaration form on Air Suvidha portal and upload your pre-arrival negative RT-PCR report onto the same portal. Since you are flying to Mumbai from USA on a non-stop flight, you will be allowed to exit the airport or take a connecting flight without any additional test, given you are asymptomatic and have a pre-arrival negative RT-PCR test not older than 72 hours before departure. You will be advised to self-monitor your health for 14 days.
Me and my wife are traveling from San Francisco to Mumbai via Qatar with my daughters aged 15 and 18. All of us, except my 15 year old daughter will be vaccinated with both shots as she is not eligible for vaccination. Would we have to still undergo institutional quarantine ?
Hi Anand! Sorry, we cannot give you a definite answer. Please be advised to call the helpline of Mumbai International airport or the Mumbai Municipality
https://csmia.aero/bmc-helpline.aspx
Hi Anand,
I have a similar situation though my daughter is younger(7 yrs). If you travelled, can you please comment if anything was required for your daughter who is not vaccinated?
Thanks,
Prasad
Any anecdotes on what they expect as proof of vaccination? I have been vaccinated in the US with the single-shot J&J vaccine, and have the card with my name and vaccine lot number. I will be travelling from the Middle East to Mumbai in May. What can I do in advance to ensure that they accept my vaccination proof? I am also concerned that they will say I have got only a single dose – even though the one-dose J&J is a complete shot and I am considered fully vaccinated.
Would much appreciate any advice.
Hi John! As per the guidelines on Mumbai Airport website, vaccination certificates of both doses of vaccine are required to seek exemption from institutional quarantine. So, please be advised to call the helpline number of Mumbai International Airport.
The J&J vaccine is a single-dose vaccine. There is no second dose.
I called the helpline number but all I get is recorded messages.
Hi! We are in Canada. My Mom has taken one dose of vaccine. She wants to come to India in the second week of May. We will probably book a flight from “Toronto to Delhi to Pune”. So we have some questions:
1. Where will the test be done? Delhi or Pune?
2. On the basis of the test, where will the quarantine take place? Delhi or Pune? Would it be an institutional quarantine, or can she quarantine at our apartment in Pune?
3. Suppose we book the flight to Mumbai, and decide to travel to Pune by road, would she have to do the institutional quarantine in Mumbai or Pune?
Thanks.
Hi Aarti! Currently direct flights between Canada and India are banned. Your mother may take a flight from Canada to India via the US or EU or the Middle East. If her flight involves a transit in the Middle East or Europe, she will have to give her swab sample for a molecular test on arrival at Delhi Airport and then exit the airport or take her connecting flight. If negative, she will be advised to self-monitor her health for 14 days. If she is traveling to Mumbai with a transit in the Middle East or EU, she will be subject to institutional quarantine on arrival at Mumbai Airport unless she belongs to any of the exempted categories.
My daughter is likely to return to India from Philippines in 1st or 2nd week of May 2021. During travel, she will have RT-PCR test that would be valid for 72 hours. Is an institutional quarantine compulsory for her? We live in Navi Mumbai.
Hi Balu! If your daughter does not transit in the Middle East, Europe (including UK), South Africa, or Brazil, then she won’t be subject to institutional quarantine.
Hi,
I will be travelling from San Francisco > Newark > Mumbai. And I am will be staying in Mumbai for 4 Days. I have a negative COVID report within 72 hours of travelling and return tickets of travelling back to the US.
1. Will I be exempt from Institutional and Home Quarantine?
2. What documentation do I need at Mumbai Airport?
3. Can I travel back within 4 days of arrival or not?
Thanks
Hi Dhwani! You won’t be subject to institutional or home quarantine. Upon arrival at Mumbai Airport, if you are asymptomatic and have pre-arrival negative RT-PCR report, you will allowed to exit the airport and advised to self-monitor your health. Yes, you can travel back after 4 days by properly informing the district/state health authorities at the airport about your travel plan on arrival and also show your confirmed return tickets to the satisfaction of the in-charge officer.
Hi,
I am a student (doing my MS in the USA) and planning to travel from Newark (EWR) to Aurangabad (IXU), Maharashtra via Mumbai (connecting flight with, layover 3.15 hr.s) on 21st May.
Newark to Mumbai (direct Air India international flight) + After 3.15 hrs Mumbai to Aurangabad (domestic Air India flight).
My 2nd dose of vaccination (Pfizer) will be done on 13th May + I am also going to take the RT-PCR test before the flight.
Do I need to be paid quarantine at Mumbai after arrival or wait to take another covid (molecular) test at the airport waiting for 8 hrs. in that case I may miss my domestic flight?
Your help will be appreciated.
Hi Yogesh! You won’t be subject to institutional quarantine or be required to undergo a molecular test at Mumbai Airport. If you remain asymptomatic and have a pre-arrival negative RT-PCR report not older than 72 hours before departure, you will be allowed to take your connecting flight to Aurangabad. You will be advised to self-monitor your health for 14 days.
ok. Thank you for the information.
One more question: for the vaccine certificate do I have to apply separately? if yes what is the procedure? if no then producing the Vaccination card (that I got from the medical health center here in the USA) to the officer at Mumbai after arrival will be sufficient?
Hi Yogesh! As far as we know, the vaccination card/certificate you received in the US will be sufficient to be produced to the in-charge officer at Mumbai Airport. Please be advised to call the helpline number of Mumbai International Airport.
My husbnd planning to travel doha qatar to Mumbai on 14th may
He will be completed his second dose of moderna vaccines on 12th may
He will need to institutional quarantine???
Hi Sameera! Your husband can seek exemption from institutional quarantine upon arrival at Mumbai Airport by presenting vaccine certificates and other related documents to the satisfaction of the in-charge officer.
Travelling to Mumbai from Lucknow and return back on same day, vaccinated with 2 dose of Covid-19 vaccine(having vaccination certificate). It is mandatory to get done the RT-PCR test.
Hi Sopan! As per the guidelines, travelers flying to Mumbai from Uttar Pradesh are required to carry a negative RT-PCR report not older than 72 hours.
Hi,
I am planning to travel from EWR (US) to Mumbai on May 27th 2021 and 12 hrs road trip after that. I shall be traveling alone and with negative RT-PCR as well as complete vaccination record provided by CDC-US. Is it guaranteed that I do not have to go to institutional quarantine at Mumbai after providing negative RT-PCR and vaccination record? Please reply. Thanks in advance.
Hi Pravin! No, you won’t be subject to institutional quarantine as you are fully vaccinated and also travelers flying to Mumbai directly from US are not required to undergo any kind of quarantine. Upon showing negative RT-PCR report not older than 72 hours before departure and remaining asymptomatic, you will be allowed to exit the airport and advised to self-monitor your health for 14 days.
Thank you very much for your reply. I appreciate Indianeagle team members for going beyond the limit while supporting to community in this difficult time.
Pravin, where did you get the RT-PCR test in the US for travel? Can you please tell. I am needing to travel from Seattle to Mumbai on short notice due to parents health. Anyone if you know preferred places that provide travel testing please feel free to advise.
Hi I am coming from USA to Gujarat and going back from Mumbai to New York in Qatar airline. I am staying in India only for 10 days. What procedure at Mumbai airport needs to be done for COVID test? I do have vaccines card. Please advise me ASAP.
Hi Doneta! Can we please know whether you want to know about travel requirements to travel from Mumbai to New York on Qatar Airlines or about travel requirements to travel from Gujarat to Mumbai?
Hi,
I am travelling to Mangalore from SFO-Mumbai-Mangalore with Qatar Airways and then Air India to my final destination which is Mangalore. Do i have to quarantine in Mumbai or in Mangalore? I am fully vaccinated .Also if you would let me know what other requirements need to be followed before I travel , i would greatly appreciate it. thanks in Advance!
Hi Deepa! You need to carry negative RT-PCR report not older than 72 hours before departure. You have to fill out a self-declaration from on Air Suvidha portal and upload your pre-arrival negative COVID report onto the same portal. You need to submit your swab sample for a molecular test upon arrival at Mumbai Airport and then you can take your connecting flight to Mangalore without having to wait for the result. Your molecular test result will be communicated to you via e-mail or over phone and if negative, you will be advised to self-monitor your health for 14 days. There will be no quarantine either in Mumbai or Mangalore.
Haii,
I will be travelling from mexico to mumbai via US.my hometown is Mumbai.i will be carrying rt-pcr test result withme which will be done within 72 hrs as per regulation.So what will be procedure after i arrive mumbai.
I also had the vaccination.But i am not sure whether india has approved johnson and johnson vaccines…
Hi Jilbi! Apart from carrying a negative RT-PCR report, you also need to fill out a self-declaration form on Air Suvidha portal and upload your pre-arrival negative COVID report onto the same portal. You will be allowed to exit the Mumbai Airport upon presenting your negative RT-PCR report and remaining asymptomatic. You will be advised to self-monitor your health for 14 days.
Hi, I will be traveling from US to Mumbai with a negative RT-PCR report (validity of 72 hours). What are the rules for institutional quarantine in this case?
If the hours exceed due to some circumstances (delay in flight etc.), what will be the rules in this case? Thanks.
Hi PS! If you are traveling from US to Mumbai on a direct flight, you will be allowed to exit the airport or take a connecting flight upon presenting negative RT-PCR report and remaining asymptomatic. You will be advised to self-monitor your health for 14 days. If the test report is older than 72 hours, you may not be allowed to board the flight.
quarantine rules in Mumbai for vaccinated person- domestic flight
Hi Poornachanndra! There is no quarantine for domestic arrivals into Mumbai, but all travelers coming from other states/UTs must carry negative RT-PCR report not older than 48 hours at the time of arrival.
Hello, am travelling rom Abudhabi to goa via Mumbai, i have had both doses of vaccination done
will i need to have to be quarantined in Mumbai before i proceed to Goa on the connection or can i take the connecting flight directly
Hi Elroy! No, you won’t be required to undergo quarantine at Mumbai Airport. You will be allowed to take your connecting flight to Goa after you submit your swab sample for a molecular test upon arrival at Mumbai Airport.
Haii,
I am planning to travel mumbai with family, including my 3 year old baby. Can we get exemption from institutional quarantine?
Hi SKK! Yes, as per the guidelines laid down by the Maharashtra government, both parents accompanying kids below 5 years of age can seek exemption from institutional quarantine.
I will be travelling from kuwait to Mumbai, do I need to present PCR test ? I am not vaccinated yet.
Please tell me current rules.
Hi Najeeb! Yes, you need to carry negative RT-PCR report not older than 72 hours before departure to enter India. If your final destination is within the state of Maharashtra and you do not belong to any of the exempted categories, you will be subject to 7-day institutional quarantine upon arrival at Mumbai Airport. Please be advised to go through https://www.indianeagle.com/travelbeats/mumbai-quarantine-rule-international-flyers/ to see whether you belong to any exempted categories.
Hi,
Yes, I will be heading to pune through own vehicle once landed in mumbai from kuwait via direct flight.
I will bring negative PCR test report under 72 hrs of flight.
Under above condition, can I directly go home and do home quarantine ?
Hi Najeeb! As far as we know, if you don’t belong to any of the exempted categories then you might be be subjected to institutional quarantine since you are coming from the Middle East. Please be advised to call the helpline number of Mumbai International Airport.
Your article is useful for me. thankyou for sharing.
Hello there , first of all thanks for your valuable time very useful.
I will be travelling from Paris to Mumbai via Dehli (transit and immigration as well in Dehli) with PCR test done in Paris.
When landing in Mumbai , I will be seen as international passenger or domestic ? How about quarantine if my final destination is within or outside Maharashtra ?
Looking forward to reading you.
Thank you in advance for your time and reply.
Hi Patel! Since you won’t be flying directly to Mumbai from Europe, you might not be required to undergo institutional quarantine. Passengers with final destination outside of the state of Maharashtra are not subject to institutional quarantine. However, you will have to undergo another molecular test upon arrival at Delhi Airport. Also, passengers traveling to Mumbai from other Indian states need to carry negative RT-PCR report issued 48 hours before arriving in Mumbai. Please be advised to call the helpline number of Mumbai International Airport.
Hi, I’m planning a short visit to Mumbai from NJ via direct flight. Do I need to take rt-pcr test prior to flying? Any quarantine requirements if fully vaccinated? Thanks.
Hi Sri! Yes, you need to carry negative RT-PCR report not older than 72 hours before departure. Also, you need to fill out a self-declaration form on Air Suvidha portal and upload your pre-arrival negative COVID report onto the same portal. No, you won’t be subjected to any quarantine since you are flying on a direct flight. Please note, you need to properly intimate the district/state health authorities at the Mumbai Airport about your short trip and also show your confirmed return tickets to the satisfaction of the in-charge officer at the airport to ensure a smooth return.
Hello, I am planning 10 days short trip from US-BOM as well. what specific things need to mention to district/state health authorities at the Mumbai Airport about short trip ? Do I need to inform them at arrival?
Hi Anjana! As far as we know, you need to properly inform the district/state authorities about your short trip and also show them your confirmed return tickets on arrival at Mumbai Airport.
I am traveling from US to Mumbai June 15 2021. I am fully vaccinated. Will i be required to quarantine?
If I fly through emirates airline will i be required to quarantine in mumbai?
Hi W! You can seek exemption from institutional quarantine upon arrival at Mumbai Airport by presenting your vaccine certificate and other necessary documents to the satisfaction of the in-charge officer at the airport.
I am traveling from US to India. For the PCR test, when does the 72 hour time start. Is it from when you board the domestic flight or actual international flight. Please let me know soon, i need to travel this week. Thank you so much for your help.
Hi Jaya! As far as we know, if your entire journey is on a single PNR, then you the timeline starts with your first flight in USA. If your domestic flight in USA is booked separately from your international flight to India from US, then timeline might start from the international flight departure. Please be advised to check with the airline.
I and my famoly are travelling from doha qatat to mumbai. Myself and my wife are vaccinated. But i am having 2 kids . One is of 13.3 years and other 9 years old. Should i need to go for hotel quarantine? Please advise.
Hi Rauf! We are not sure about this. Please be advised to call the helpline number of Mumbai International Airport.
Hello-
I am fully vaccinated and will carry a negative PCR certificate as well. I am planning on travelling on 6/14 on a direct flight from EWR to BOM and then onward to PNQ. Will I be asked to quarantine on entry and will I be allowed to fly back on the same route coming back ?
Please let me know.
Thanks
Hi Vasanth! No, you won’t be subject to institutional quarantine on arrival at Mumbai or Pune, if you present negative RT-PCR report and remain asymptomatic. You can travel back smoothly to the US, if you are a US citizen or legal permanent resident, or if you belong to any of the exempted category under the current travel restrictions placed by USA.
I am vaccinated with first dose of astrazeneca and need to travel from saudi arabia to mumbai for family medical emergency. Will i get institutional quarantine relaxation from mumbai airport?
Hi Wasim! Yes,travelers can seek exemption from institutional quarantine upon arrival at Mumbai Airport in the case of extreme family distress (death-like emergency or any of immediate family members in critical condition). Please note you have to submit the necessary documents proving your situation to the satisfaction of the in-charge officer at Mumbai Airport.
Hello,
Myself Atul, I am currently located in Kuwait, now returning back to India.
I am coming to Mumbai airport on 24th June 2021. So please tell me about rules for Quarantine .
If quarantine is compulsory for 7days, then can I book any hotel in Mumbai by myself ?
Please reply ASAP.
Regards,
Atul
Hi Atul! Travelers coming from Middle East with their final destination in Maharashtra are subject to institutional quarantine on arrival at Mumbai Airport, if they are not vaccinated or if they don’t belong to any of the exempted categories. About the quarantine facility, as per the Mumbai Airport website “MCGM has designated hotel where quarantine facility is provided for passengers arriving on international flights. Based on the availability of hotel rooms, the list of authorised hotels is maintained with MCGM authorities and passengers may choose any hotel as per their budget and convenience.” Source: https://csmia.aero/covid-faqs.aspx
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Hi ,my sister n law is arriving in to Mumbai from USA day after tomorrow.she is Indian passport holder.she is fully vaccinated from USA itself n ll carry her both vaccination documents with her plus will carrying RT-PCR test as well .She is only visiting in Mumbai for 14 days so what else documents required for her to enter in Mumbai international airport ? N since she has been fully vaccinated so does she require to undergo mandatory quarantine in d hotel ? N also let me know what else documents she is required to enter in Mumbai? Is there she required to fill any forms online before traveling in USA ?pls provide me all this informations ,thank you .
Hi Rupa! No, she won’t be subject to any institutional quarantine. However, she needs to properly inform the district/state health authorities at Mumbai Airport about her travel plans and also show her confirmed return tickets to the satisfaction of the in-charge officer at the airport for a smooth return.
Hi, I am fully vaccinated and hold a US passport. I am travelling from USA to Mumbai. I will be transiting via Middle East (Either Doha or Dubai). Do I have to undergo institutional quarantine at Mumbai? Please do let me know. Thanks
Hi Shirish! You can seek exemption from institutional quarantine upon arrival at Mumbai Airport by showing your vaccination certificate and other relevant documents to the satisfaction of the in-charge officer at the airport.
Hi, I’ve been trying to find the right answer, hope you can help me.
Next week, I travel from London UK, and transit either through Mumbai, Bangalore or Delhi with a final destination to Coimbatore.
On arrival at the Mumbai, Bangalore or Delhi airport can we stay at an airport hotel while we wait on our Covid results?
What if the hotel is located just outside the airport?
Do all 3 airports offer some sort of express covid test to get any results faster?
Thanks in advance.
Hi Rudolph! Mostly, you can stay at an hotel at any of the airport while waiting for your result. Bangalore Airport does not allow rapid test for UK arrivals. Please be advised to call the helpline number of Mumbai International Airport or Delhi International Airport to check the same.
Hello, I am planning to travel from Germany to Mumbai from 23rd July to 14th August 2021.
1. I shall complete my 2nd dose of Moderna vaccination on 16th July. I shall be considered in the vaccinated category right?
2. What are the rules that apply to me?
– Do I have to get RT-PCR tested again in Mumbai airport if I bring a negative report from Germany?
– Given that I am vaccinated, I can directly go to home quarantine after arriving at Mumbai airport right?
3. To ensure the safety of my family that stays in Thane, I plan to undergo required home quarantine in a rented apartment/empty flat in Pune. I hope this is acceptable?
Thanks for the help in advance!
Hi Amit! Yes, you will be considered vaccinated and you can seek exemption from institutional quarantine upon arrival at Mumbai Airport by presenting your vaccine certificate and other documents to the satisfaction of the in-charge officer at the airport. You need to fill out a self-declaration form on Air Suvidha portal and also upload your negative RT-PCR report not older than 72 hours before departure onto the same portal. You also need to carry physical copies of the negative COVID report. Yes, you might be required to submit your swab sample for a molecular test upon arrival at Mumbai Airport despite having pre-arrival negative COVID report.
Hello. Please clarify. Even though there is Mumbai Corporation Circular that says we are exempted from institutional quarantine, if we have been vaccinated and show the docs, do we still have to seek exemption on the Air Suvidha air portal also??? thanks for this clarification.??
Also what is the earliest date we can apply on the Air Suvidha portal for self-declaration???
Thanks so much. Sincerely…
Hi Ian! no, you need not fill an exemption form on Air Suvidha portal other than the self-declaration form. You can seek exemption from institutional quarantine on arrival at Mumbai Airport by showing your vaccination certificate and other relevant documents to the satisfaction of the in-charge officer at the airport. You need to upload your pre-arrival negative RT-PCR report not older than 72 hours before departure onto the same portal along with the self-declaration form.
Hi,
I am planning to travel from Europe to Mumbai for short visit for 8 days.
Will I have to go under institutional quarantine for 7 days? I will have return tickets to show.
Can you please let me know the current quarantine rules?
Thanks,
Rahul
Hi Rahul! Since you are coming on a short trip, you might get exemption from institutional quarantine upon showing your confirmed return tickets and other relevant documents to the satisfaction of the in-charge officer at the airport. Please be advised to contact Mumbai International Airport.
Hi
I want to travel from dubai to bombay. I will travel from mumbai to nasik by road.
I am fully vaccinated.
I will be travelling with my 9 year old kid, will I have to undergo
7 day institutional quarantine.
Hi Shameena! You can seek exemption from institutional quarantine since you are fully vaccinated but we are not sure about your kid. Please be advised to call the helpline number of Mumbai International Airport.
Hi There,
I am travelling to Mumbai from Germany next week, got below questions, see if you can confirm this :
1) Does Johnson & Johnson’s Single Dose vaccine qualify for quarantine exemptions ?
2) I will be traveling with two children at the same time, 6-year-old and 11-year-old. If I get quarantine exemption, are my children going to be exempt as well? They are not vaccinated.
Thanks
Hi Paddi! We are not sure about Johnson & Johnson’s vaccine as the guidelines mention vaccine certificate confirming two doses. Please be advised to call the helpline number of Mumbai International Airport.
Hello! I am traveling to Mumbai next week from Dallas. I am a green card holder and I have an Indian passport. I am coming back to Dallas in 7-8 days. I have a confirmed return ticket to USA. I am completely vaccinated and I will provide a negative PCR test. Would I still need to home quarantine for 14 days? Since I am coming back to the USA within 7-8 days, will they ask me to stay in India for 14 days? I am flying directly from USA to India.
Please can you help?
Thanks,
Hi Vedehi! You can ensure a smooth return to US after short stay in Mumbai, by properly intimating the district/state health authorities at Mumbai Airport about your travel plan and by showing your confirmed return tickets and other relevant documents to the satisfaction of the in-charge officer at the airport. Also, if you are flying from US to India on a direct/non-stop flight, you will be advised to self-monitor your health and not home quarantine.
Hi,
I am travelling EAR to AMD with my family. I have a 1 year old baby. Is it mandatory to get -ve RT-PCR test for the baby as well before boarding AI flight ? Me & my wife will get our -vr RT-PCR report. We will be travelling EAR-DEL-AMD or EWR-BOM-AMD.
Hi Sudhindra! As per the guidelines, all India-bound international arrivals need to present negative RT-PCR report irrespective of their age. So yes, your baby also needs to get one.
Can my baby take the RT-PCR test @ DEL or BOM airports before boarding the connecting flight ?
I checked few labs here in USA and they do testing for kids 2 years & older only. Since my baby is 1 year old, they are not doing the test.
Hi Sudhindra! As per the guidelines of Indian government, all international arrivals must present negative RT-PCR report. So yes, your baby requires a report from the US. Please be advised to check with the airline.
Hi, if I have both the Pfizer covid vaccine doses with the certificate along, but after the second dose not 14 days, only 2-3 days passed, do I need to do institutional quarantine in Mumbai? Coming from Europe. Thanks for answering.
Hi LN! You might get exemption from institutional quarantine by presenting your vaccine certificate and other relevant documents to the satisfaction of the in-charge officer at Mumbai Airport. Please be advised to call the helpline number of Mumbai International Airport.
Hi, I have a friend travelling from Dubai, UAE to Mumbai, Maharashtra but actually needs to drive forward to Pune. She is a 21 year old and is not comfortable staying in institutional quarantine by herself in Mumbai.
1) Can she do a test on arrival to leave the airport for Pune and then go for a home quarantine or is institutional quarantine mandatory?
1a) This link says one thing – i.e. after a test there is no compulsion for institutional quarantine – https://www.newdelhiairport.in/media/1622/latest-guidelines-for-international-arrivals.pdf
1b) This link says there is institutional quarantine no matter what – https://csmia.aero/covid-faqs.aspx
2) Are the quarantine rules due for an update anytime soon. It has been 3 months after all.
Hi NJ! Th rules on the second link which is the official website of Mumbai International Airport are to go by with. Yes, she will be subject to institutional quarantine upon arrival at Mumbai Airport. We are not sure when the rules will be updated. Please be advised to call the helpline number of Mumbai International Airport.
Hi , I am planning to travel to Mumbai from frankfurt (direct flight) on last week of July. I did not get vaccine yet. I am planning to take another domestic flight from Mumbai to Pune. Do I need to be institutional quarantine at mumbai or if I have RTPCR negative test , can I take the flight to Pune without the institutional quarentine?
Hi Aishwarya! If the current guidelines still exist, then you will be subject to 7-day institutional quarantine upon arrival at Mumbai Airport despite having a pre-arrival negative RT-PCR report.
Hi,
I am planning to book flight from london to Nagpur via mumbai/delhi with stopover of 3hrs.
I am travelling with my husband and two kids , aged 2 and 3yrs.
I will take a pcr test before departing from London, can you please advise:
1. Will all of us have to take another covid test on our arrival in mumbai/delhi before taking our connecting flight to nagpur?
2. Is 3 hours sufficient for testing/results and domestic transfer?
3. Can I get an exemption on testing on arrival either for all of us or kids?
Thanks
Hi Anjeet! As you will be traveling from London, all of you will have to take a molecular test upon arrival and wait until you get the result at Mumbai/Delhi Airport. Hence, 3 hours is not sufficient.
Hello,
I am flying from USA to Mumbai but have a layover in Dubai. I am fully vaccinated and have negative PCR. Do I need to quarantine or do institutional quarantine? From what I read NO on both but do health checks for 7 days?
Respectively,
Ana
Hi Ana! Being vaccinated and having a negative COVID report, you are exempted from institutional quarantine.
I will try to make it simple by asking just one question and if you answer it, this will help me a lot.
1) Do I still need to fill out the EXEMPTION FORM on the Suvidha Portal, when the Mumbai Corporation Circular No. Dir/LA/2645 dated 20-3-2021 makes it clear that I can re-enter India through the Mumbai Airport, if I show the authorities my vaccination papers and fill out their Self-Declaration form???
Hi Ian! no, you need not fill an exemption form on Air Suvidha portal other than the self-declaration form. You can seek exemption from institutional quarantine on arrival at Mumbai Airport by showing your vaccination certificate and other relevant documents to the satisfaction of the in-charge officer at the airport.
Thank you so very much for your reply. No one in authority would explain this to me. I now seek a clarification of what you stated in your reply to me:
1) you mention for me to bring OTHER RELEVANT DOCUMENTS. I want to be sure what those are. My understanding of the Mumbai Circular is the vaccination certificate and their self declaration form available on the GVK website and nothing else. IS THAT TRUE???
Hi Ian! Yes, the vaccine certificate indicating that you received both the doses of the vaccine and the self-declaration form on Air Suvidha portal might be enough as far as we know.
Again thanks so much for your clarity. I think I have one last question that needs your understanding and that concerns filling out the Air Suvidha Self-Declaration form:
It seems to me that the web site gives contradictory information on filling out this form:
1) upload a negative RT-PCR report to the Air Suvidha portal taken within 72 hours of the start of their journey.
2) visit newdelhiairport.in/airsuvidha/allairports and submit a self-declaration form at least 72 hours prior to departure for India
You can see in reading this that it is not possible to fill out the self-declaration form on the government website 72 hours prior to departure because I dont receive the RTPCR report which can only be uploaded 72 hours prior to departure.
So good sir, what is procedure for submitting this form in a timely fashion that I dont cause any difficulties for myself upon arrival in Mumbai. thanks again for your assistance to all of us.
Hi Ian! You will need to fill the form along with uploading your negative RT-PCR report on the Air Suvidha portal.
Thanks for the reply. But is it okay to submit the form 48 hours before the flight??? that is, whenever I receive the RT-PCR test results??
Hi Ian! As far as we know, you can submit the form once you get your RT-PCR results. Please be advised to call the helpline number of Delhi International Airport.
Thanks again for all your help. Can you describe to us what we will face once we land at the mumbai airport so we understand what is going on?? That will minimize the chaos that may be surrounding us upon arrival. Thanks again.
Hi Ian! May we know from which place and which route you are flying from so that we can give you a more definite answer?
I am flying on Ari France from chicago but it lands at the Paris airport for an hour and then i change planes to arrive in Mumbai. I know I have to present the papers (the vaccination paper, virus test, declaration form) but what kind of chaos will i face in doing so????
Hi Ian! Upon arrival at Mumbai Airport, you might be required to submit your swab sample for a molecular test despite being vaccinated and carrying pre-arrival negative RT-PCR report. But you won’t be required to wait until you get the result, which will later be informed to you via e-mail or over phone. You will have to present your vaccination certificate to the satisfaction of the in-charge officer at Mumbai Airport to seek exemption from institutional quarantine.
The Maharashtra State Government has now issued an order dated 15th July that if you have been vaccinated and have the certificate THAT YOU NO LONGER HAVE TO TAKE A RT-PCR TEST. This Circular is on the mumbai arirport website. Since we longer have to take the RTPCR test then is there a need to go to Air Suvidha portal??? It seems unnecessary. Please read the circular advise all of us writing to you. This is a big change. Thanks.
Hi Ian! Yes, a negative RT-PCR report is no more required for fully-vaccinated foreign arrivals into Mumbai if 15 days have already lapsed after their second dose. But this does not exempt travelers from filling out a self-declaration form on Air Suvidha portal as no such notice has been given.
since i still have to fill out the self declaration form online, do you think it is a good idea to also upload the government order that says RT-PCR test is no longer necessary???
Hi Ian! There is no need to upload any government order in the Air Suvidha portal.
I again want to thank you for all of your assistance. It is a great help to me and to all those traveling to India. God bless you!
I want to tell you and your readers what happened to me when I returned to India.
1) Air France had no idea that it was no longer necessary to take the RT-PCR test. At first they would not let me board the plane in chicago and then later Paris. I had a copy of the government order that shows the test was not necessary but they would not listen. Finally after an half hour in chicago and another delay at the gate in Paris, they let me board. I will try to contact Air France to tell them of this harassment.
2) On the other hand, arriving in Mumbai went very very smoothly. After deplaning a certificate that can be found at the Mumbai airport site. It is:
“Undertaking Form for International Arriving Passengers (Only applicable to Residents of Maharashtra) | 11.12.20” was handed to all passengers to fill out.
So we had to fill out this form.
After immigration, you go to the Health Officers, it seems all they wanted from me was simply my vaccination papers and this form and nothing else. It all went very smoothly and i was quite impressed with their organization of helping people re-enter India.
Hi Ian! Thank you very much for sharing your experience with us and fellow travelers. This information will surely help others.
Hi,
I am travelling from Germany to Bengaluru and then taking transit flight to Mumbai.
I will carry my -ve RTPCR test results with me.
However since I am travelling from Bengaluru to Mumbai, would I still be put into Institutional quarantine?
Hi Sudeep! Probably you won’t be subject to institutional quarantine in Mumbai. Please be advised to call the helpline of Mumbai International Airport.
Hi,
I am travelling from Saudi Arabia next week and have taken only 1st dose of vaccine 3 months back. I was tested positive 2 weeks back and now I have recovered completely with negative results. As per norms here, if you have taken 1st dose and then you are tested positive. They will not give you the second dose, it will show as all doses completed in the government app. But in the vaccine certificate, it will show only 1 vaccine.
Now if I come to Mumbai, will I be treated as fully vaccinated and will I be exempted from Institutional qurantine.
Regards,
Jayesh
Hi Jayesh! We are not sure about this. Please be advised to call the helpline of Mumbai International Airport.
Hi,
Myself, my 6 years old daughter and 7 month pregnant wife are arriving from UK.
I wanted to know if we are exempted from the institutional quarantine.
Thanks in advance.
Hi Vicky! Since your wife is pregnant, you might seek exemption. Please be advised to call the helpline number of Mumbai International Airport.
Hello,
my mother is planning to come back to India (Mumbai Airport) from UK in next two weeks, she had her first jab of vaccination but 2nd one is not done yet and probably won’t be done in time too!
She is 62 years old and plan to carry a -ve PCR test report with her.
Her final destination in India would be Surat (via car from Mumbai).
Please can you advise if she would need to qurantine in Mumbai for 7 days in a hotel or will she be allowed after doing the molecular test and without waiting for the results ?
Hi Micky! As per the guidelines, your mother would be allowed to take a connecting flight out of Maharashtra after submitting her swab sample for a molecular test upon arrival at Mumbai Airport and getting a negative result. But since she will be taking a road trip to Surat, we are not sure. Please be advised to call the helpline number of Mumbai International Airport.
Hi, My daughter is traveling from London to Mumbai. She us only 16yr old and traveling alone. Will she be subjected to hotel quarantine? Given that she is under 18, is it legal to allow her hotel stay on her own? Most hotels I checked with say they cannot offer her room. How can she seek exemption for hotel quarantine? Please advise.
Hi Nidhi! As per the guidelines, she is not exempted from the 7-day institutional quarantine upon arrival at Mumbai Airport. So please be advised to call the helpline of Mumbai International Airport to see if there can be any alternate arrangement.
please let me know what happened, I’m in the same situation
Hi Char! What’s your query or concern?
Hi,
I am travelling from Boston transiting Dubai to mumbai in July 2021. I have both vaccine doses certificate by GOI. Will also do the RT PCR test before departure. What else do I have to do besides uploading 1) RTPCR test 2) Self declaration form 3) Vaccine certificate. and what will happen at Mumbai airport on arrival. Pls guide.
With many thanks Vijay
Hi Vijay! These might be enough for your travel. Upon arrival, you can seek exemption from institutional quarantine by presenting your vaccine certificate to the satisfaction of the in-charge officer at Mumbai Airport.
Hello,
Thanks for this. Traveling from the US, if I’m vaccinated and produce a negative pre-departure covid-test, do I still need to be tested once I land in Mumbai?
Hi Siddhant! If you are flying on a direct/non-stop flight from US to Mumbai, you won’t be required to undergo another test on arrival at airport given you present negative RT-PCR report and remain asymptomatic.
Looking for an airport arrival service at Mumbai International airport
Details as below:
2 passengers from Middle east (Kuwait)
1. Female ( 17 years old) – Both vaccination done
2. Female (11 years old) – vaccine not done
Would like know whether 11 year old requires institutional quarantine or no ?
As such, it is not feasible to send 11 year old in intuitional quarantine.
Hi Sachin! There is no exemption mentioned as such for a 10 or 11 year old international arrival who has not yet been vaccinated. Please be advised to call the helpline number of Mumbai International Airport as they can guide you perfectly.
Hello,
I am planning to travel from Dallas to Mumbai via Doha on Qatar Airways on 25th August. I have completed both doses of vaccination and will also do the RT-PCR test. Is this sufficient to get exemption for institutionalized quarantine in Mumbai?
Hi Rajesh! Yes, the pre-arrival negative RT-PCR report and vaccine certificate indicating both doses of vaccine will be enough to seek exemption from institutional quarantine upon arrival at Mumbai Airport. Please log onto http://www.Indianeagle.com or call our travel advisors at 01-800-615-3969 to book the best travel deals.
If I fly from Chicago to Mumbai via Amsterdam on KLM, do I have to institutional quarantine or home quarantine? Or can I self monitor? We will be two passengers, fully vaccinated. One passenger has two doses of Pfizer Vaccine and second passenger has two doses of Moderna Vaccine and both passengers will have a negative RT-PCR test. One passenger is US Citizen with OCI and second passenger is Indian Citizen with US Green Card. We will be going to Gujarat by car. Will I able to self monitor health, and not have to do any quarantine?
Hi Samar! You both can seek exemption from institutional quarantine upon arrival at Mumbai Airport by showing your vaccine certificates to the satisfaction of the in-charge officer. Mostly, you both will be advised to self-monitor your health.
Just to confirm this will be the case if I transit thru Europe (Chicago to Amsterdam to Mumbai) I will not have to do institutional quarantine or home quarantine, only self monitor health.
Hii!!
I want to travel from Doha-Qatar to Mumbai on 20th 0r 21st July.Is the qarantine is compulsary if the test is negative?? .How would I exempt from Quarantine?
Hello! If your final destination is within the state of Maharashtra, you can seek exemption from institutional quarantine if you are fully-vaccinated or if you belong to any of the other exempted category. Please be advised to go through https://www.indianeagle.com/travelbeats/mumbai-quarantine-rule-international-flyers/.
Hi I am planning to travel from USA (Newark) to Mumbai on United Airlines. Both passengers are fully vaccinated with two doses. We will also be traveling to Gujarat by car once exiting Mumbai Airport. We will also have negative RT-PCR test. My questions are:
1. What other documents do I need?
2. Do I have to do institutional quarantine?
3. Do I have to do home quarantine?
4. Do I need any documents showing I am traveling to Gujarat by car once exiting Mumbai airport?
Hi Sam! You will need to fill out a self-declaration form on Air Suvidha portal and also upload your pre-arrival negative RT-PCR report not older than 72 hours before departure onto the same portal. You won’t be subject to any quarantine since you are flying directly from the US to India. You will be allowed to exit the airport upon presenting your pre-arrival negative COVID reports and remaining asymptomatic.
I am planning to travel from USA (newark) to Bangalore via Mumbai (direct flight) I have a 12 he layover in mumbai.
1. do i have to do RT-PCR test in Mumbai
2. Do I have to quarantine ?
3. Will I be able to leave the airport and come back next day to board the flight to Bangalore.
Hi Krishna! You might require to get another test in Mumbai, since Karnataka requires negative RT-PCR report not older than 72 hours from those coming from Maharashtra. You won’t be subjected to any quarantine and this is why you might also be allowed to exit the airport in Mumbai and enter again.
1. If I arrive from Europe to Mumbai and I am vaccinated for both doses. Will I get exemption from institutional quarantine if I fill the self declaration and exemption forms?
2. Since RT-PCR reports take 12 to 24 hours, is it possible that I fill the self declaration form few hours before my departure? Or by what latest time I need to fill the SDF. What if my report has not arrived, can I still fill the form and update the report later?
3. Do I need to be tested once again on arrival in Mumbai even if I have direct non-stop flight?…….Thank you
Hello! Yes, you can seek exemption from quarantine upon arrival at Mumbai Airport by showing your vaccine certificate to the satisfaction of the in-charge officer. You need not fill any exemption form online other than the self-declaration form on Air Suvidha portal. You need to submit the self-declaration form along with your negative RT-PCR report online. Yes, you might be required to undergo another test upon arrival.
I am returning to Mumbai from Dubai next week , I have taken both the doses of SINOPHARM vaccine . Just wanted to know if sinopharm is accepted in mumbai to avoid the quarantine. Please advice
Hi Raj! We are not sure about this. Please be advised to call the helpline number of Mumbai International Airport.
We are traveling from Us to Mumbai. We missed our flight from Newark to Mumbai so they put us on flight via Frankfurt to Mumbai on Lufthansa.
We are vaccinated and have RT PCR negative test. Do we have to quarantine ?
Hi Mahesh! You can seek exemption from quarantine by showing your vaccine certificate indicating both doses of COVID-19 vaccine to the satisfaction of the in-charge officer at Mumbai Airport on arrival.
Sir I Will be travelling with my daughter from Saudi to Mumbai she is 14 years now she will be receiving her 2nd dose just 2 days before departure date and I Received my 2nd dose 10 days before my departure date. we will be having certificate of complete vaccination before departure and will do pcr test before departure. My question is that whether we will be asked for institutional quarantine or not.
Hi Yanu! Mostly you both can seek exemption from institutional quarantine upon arrival at Mumbai Airport by showing your vaccine certificates indicating both doses to the satisfaction of the in-charge officer.
Is 15 days lapsed period is mandatory after 2nd dose of covid-19 vaccine to get exempted from instutitional quarantine despite having certificate of Complete Vaccination?
Hi Ronak! The 15-day period is for exemption from pre-arrival negative RT-PCR report. As far as we know, you can seek exemption from institutional quarantine if you are fully-vaccinated by showing your vaccine certificates to the satisfaction of the in-charge officer at Mumbai Airport.
I am travelling with my teenage son to Mumbai early Aug 2021. I have had 2 doses of AstraZeneca in the UK. my son has not had any. What quarantine rule s will apply to us?
Hi Kshirsagar! There is no exemption mentioned for an unvaccinated teenager arriving from UK into Mumbai. So he will be subject to 7-day institutional quarantine upon arrival. Please be advised to call the helpline number of Mumbai International Airport to check if there is any other way out.
SDF requires a contact number and passport number. Is a US roaming number and OCI card number acceptable? Thanks.
Hi Lal! You may use a US roaming number as contact number but can’t use OCI card number as passport number. You need to use passport number.
Hi, I and my daughter (US citizen) are travelling from Los Angeles to Mumbai via Dubai (by Emirates). I am fully vaccinated but my daughter is not since she is 1 year old. I will be going to Gujarat by car from Mumbai airport. I am worried if i will have to do institutional quarantine. How can I apply for exemption? Or there is no need and the exemption decision will be taken at airport? We both have negative RT-PCR reports.
Hi Deepika! You won’t be subject to institutional quarantine since you are fully-vaccinated and also because you are a parent accompanying kid below the age of 5. You will have to present your vaccine certificate to the satisfaction of the in-charge officer at Mumbai Airport upon arrival.
Hello I am travelling to Mumbai in a few days and do not have both doses of the vaccine. But will I be subjected to institutional quarantine if I carry a -ve RTPCR test? Thanks
Hi Saumya! May we please know from where are you traveling and which route are you taking so that we can give you a more definite answer?
I am travelling with my 6 year old Son from Germany to Mumbai. I am fully vaccinated, but my Son not as he is only 6 years. We will both have our RT PCR Test done before arrival. Will my Son or we both have to do institutional quarantine? Thanks
Hi Sunil! As per the guidelines, your son does not get any exemption from institutional quarantine. Please be advised to contact the helpline number of Mumbai International Airport to check if there is any way around since your child is just 6 years old.
I am planning to travel to Mumbai, India from USA. It will be 10 days stay-in Mumbai. I am fully vaccinated and RT PCR Test -ve. I am visiting because my 86 years old mom is very sick. Do I still need to do institutional quarantine .
Hi Mangal! If you are traveling to Mumbai from US on a direct flight, you won’t be subject to any kind of quarantine. However, you need to properly inform the district/state health authorities and the in-charge officer at Mumbai Airport about your plan for a short trip (less than 14 days) and show them your confirmed return tickets on arrival, for a smooth return.
Hi, me and my wife are traveling from San Francisco to Mumbai with a connection in Amsterdam. Both of us have taken both doses of covid vaccinations (pfizer).
1. Would we be exempted from the institutional quarantine based on the vaccination
2. Do we need to get an RTPCR test done before boarding from SF
3. For the RT-PCR report, the swabs need to be given 72 hours before departure from SF or 72 hours before arrival into Mumbai. Will the RT-PCR report from USA be accepted by Indian authorities
Hi Sandeep! Yes, you and your wife can seek exemption on arrival at Mumbai Airport by presenting your vaccine certificate to the satisfaction of the in-charge officer. If both of you took your final dose 15 days prior to your travel, you can seek exemption from taking a pre-arrival negative RT-PCR test by presenting the vaccination certificates on arrival.
Hi, I am traveling by United airlines from Newark, USA to Mumbai on 18-Aug. I am connecting in 2 1/2 hours to a flight to Chennai. I am fully vaccinated. what are the documents I need to have with me? will there be a test I need to undergo before I board the flight to chennai? Thanks..
Hi Jitendra! You will have to fill out a self-declaration form on Air Suvidha portal and upload your negative RT-PCR report not older than 72 hours before departure onto the same portal. Please note you can seek exemption from taking pre-arrival negative COVID test by presenting your vaccination certificate upon arrival at Mumbai Airport. No, you won’t be required to undergo test at Mumbai Airport. you have to register on Tamil Nadu state government website and obtain TN e-pass.
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My mother will be going to Mumbai from San Francisco via Doha transit n Qatar on August 23rd, she is fully vaccinated and 67 years old, will she be subjected to institutional quarantine? Thank you very much for your help in advance:)
Hi Jas! Senior citizens above the age of 65 are exempted from institutional quarantine. She just needs to show age proof on arrival and also her vaccine certificate assures that she can seek exemption from institutional quarantine.
Hi,I m travelling to Mumbai from doha i m fully vaccinated,and people saying that no need to take pcr test for mumbai if you are vaccinated,you just need to test antigen body directly at Mumbai Airport is it true
Hi Shumaila! Yes, if your final dose of vaccine has been administered 15 days prior to your arrival in Mumbai, you need not carry pre-arrival negative RT-PCR report and can seek exemption from it on arrival by presenting your vaccine certificates.
Hello. I’ll be travelling to Mumbai from Egypt via sharjah. Will i be subjected to institutional quarantine if i test negative for the Covid-PCR test provided that I’ve only been given the first dose of the vaccine? If yes, then what are the rules for institutional quarantine if i happen to take another connecting flight to Pune after landing in Mumbai?
Hi Sana! If your final destination is within the state of Maharashtra and you are not fully-vaccinated, then you will be subject to 7-day institutional quarantine upon arrival in Mumbai due to your transit in the Middle East.
Hi, we are traveling from US to Mumbai via Europe along with our 2.5 year old twins. Me and my wife have taken both doses of vaccines awhile ago (but the kids obviously haven’t received the vaccine. My questions are following:
1) are kids <5 years exempted from taking RT PCR test prior to arrival?
2) if no, are all 4 of us required to carry -ve RT PCR test prior to travel, or just the kids (since me and my wife are vaccinated and the kids are not).
Thanks, Sam
Hi Sam! Maharashtra-bound international travelers, if fully vaccinated at least before 15 days prior to their departure for India, are exempted from taking or carrying a negative RT-PCR report. But a negative RT-PCR test report may be required for boarding in the US or smooth transit in Europe. Please be advised to check with the airline that you will travel on.
I am a UK citizen with OCI travelling to Mumbai. I have had both vaccinations for COVID-19 more than 15 days ago.
1. Do I need a pre-departure PCR test?
2. Do I need toPCR Test on arrival? GOM DMU/2020/CR. 92/DisM-1, Dated: 15th July, 2021: “persons who have been vaccinated with both doses are exempted negative PCR .” Does this mean exemption from pre departure test or on arrival test or both?
3. The ae circular also says proof submit “final vaccination certificate issued through the COWIN portal.” Is UK NHS (health service) certificate for double vaccine accepted? if yes how do I submit this and when (pre departure or on arrival)?
Hi Chith! Being fully vaccinated, you don’t need to take a pre-departure PCR test as per the latest update. You may have to give you swab sample for a molecular test on arrival at Mumbai Airport. The COWIN portal is for domestic travelers in India. You must carry the original vaccination certificate while traveling to Mumbai.
Hi, My wife and Son travelling to India to Gujarat. They will be flying from Newark to Mumbai via connecting flight in Dubai (2 hours 30 mins lay over). They both are vaccinated. Will complete all required formalities including -ve RT-PCR, uploading documents etc. Will there be an issue at the Mumbai airport as they are connecting the flight from Dubai since Middle East is mentioned in the restricted zone. The originating departure is US but Dubai will be transiting through connection. Thanks.
Hi Sameer! Institutional quarantine in Mumbai is scrapped for those international travelers whose final destination is outside of Maharashtra. Be advised to make sure that your wife and son carry confirmed tickets of connecting flights/trains to Gujarat from Mumbai, so that they can prove that their final destination is Gujarat.
Thanks a lot for the message. In fact they will be travelling by car to Gujarat from Mumbai Airport. Hope that is not an issue. Will need to collect Car details, the name of the relative picking them up from Mumbai Airport. Any issue with the connecting flight in Dubai as I asked in the prior message?
Hi Sameer! There should not be any issue with the connecting flight in Dubai.
Hello , I am planning to travel Mumbai , India from Madrid, Spain next week, I completed my (both doses of) vaccinatations on 28th July.
I need to know, do I need to carry RT PCR negative report also ??
And in case if its required and I dont carry it, can I do it at Mumbai airport. I mean it will be not be required before boarding at Spain itself, right ??
Hi Shubham! Being fully vaccinated at least 15 days before your journey to India, you are eligible for exemption from taking a pre-departure RT-PCR test if you travel directly to Mumbai Airport (not via a third country or any other airport in India). Be advised to check with the airline if you will be onboarded without a negative RT-PCR test report.
Hi all, I’m planning to travel to Mumbai from Dubai on 6th of August, got vaccinated with both doses in Feb, wanted to confirm if Sinopharm is considered under listed vaccines in order to get exception from institutional quarantine.
Hi Shelja! We’re not sure whether this vaccine is approved by the government of Maharashtra. Be advised to call Mumbai Airport’s helpline number and check with them.
Hi…
I am an Indian resident currently in Goa.
I have taken both doses of COVID-19 vaccine from Italy. ( Moderna)
I am holding an Italian student visa.
Can I travel to Milan in the month of September? If so, how? And what would be the necessary formalities.
Please help
I’m Planning from Doha, Qatar to Mumbai, India on 5th or 6th Sept. I’m fully vaccinated with both dose. Do I need to carry RT PCR negative report also?
Hi Patel! If Maharashtra is your final destination, you are exempted from carrying an RT-PCR report. Be advised to check with the airline whether you will be onboarded without a negative Covid-19 report.
Hello, I’m arriving in Mumbai this Saturday the 7th of August from UK via British Airways direct flight. I’m an Indian national holding an Indian passport and settled in the UK. I’m fully vaccinated (AstraZeneca UK) and it’s been more than a month I had my second dose. I have the certificate from UK NHS confirming the vaccination. I’ll be exiting the Mumbai airport and want to confirm if I’ll have to undergo institutional quarantine? I’ve done my RT-PCR test and uploaded on to the relevant portal along with self-declaration etc.
My mother is critically ill and the reason of travel is to support her and I don’t want to be in institutional quarantine for 7 days. Any help would be appreciated.
Hi Ajay! No worries! Those having an emergency in family are exempted from institutional quarantine on arrival in Mumbai. Be advised to carry your mother’s medical documents.
Hello,I am traveling from Abu Dhabi to Ahmedabad via Mumbai.
How long the test result will take ?
Thanks in advance
Hi Hitesh! What test are you referring to?
Hi, I am referring to molecular test, which is done for the arriving passengers as I have to get domestic flight. Thanks
Hi,
I am planning to travel from Italy to Mumbai on 7th August 2021. I have received my first dose of vaccine (Moderna) on 3rd August and the 2nd dose is due on 31st August. Can i be exempted from the institutional quarantine on arrival in Mumbai or opt for home quarantine in Mumbai if possible after giving my swab sample at the Mumbai airport on arrival?
Thanks.
Hi Mehul! If your final destination is outside of Maharashtra, you are exempted from institutional quarantine in Mumbai.
Hi!
I am planning to travel in the month of September to Goa, India from Milan, Italy for few days. The route will be most probably Milan – Dubai – Mumbai – Goa. I hold a student visa in Italy. I have my second dose of Moderna Vaccine on 31st August in Milan. So I had a couple of queries.
1) is it possible for me to travel in the first week of September itself?
2) is it mandatory to get a COVID-19 test done if you have taken both doses of the vaccine?
3) what will be the regulations to re enter Italy by the end of September?
4) Any other suggestions or recommendations for my travel requirements?
Hi Mehul! You can travel to India in the first week of September. You need to take an RT-PCR test within 72 hours prior to undertaking the journey from Italy and upload the negative report on Air Suvidha within the same time period. Please google for Italy’s entry requirements.
So you are saying that we will still need to take a RT-PCR test even if fully vaccinated???
Hi Rusat! Fully-vaccinated travelers don’t need to take an RT-PCR test if they travel at least 15 days after taking the final dose, if they travel directly to Maharashtra (not via a third country or any other airport in India), and if their final destination is within the state of Maharashtra.
Okay, so what would be the best route i could take, to avoid any type of quarantine mandate?
I am open to travel on any route, but do not want to face any quarantine since my vaccination would be completed.
Hello – I am, along with my family, planning to travel from UK to India (via Mumbai to Nagpur by domestic flight and then MP via car from Nagpur) on 2nd week August. My wife and I are fully vaccinated, approx 2 months ago. the Kids – 7 year and 2 year old are not eligible for vaccine due to their age. I just wanted to understand –
1. Would we be exempted from the institutional quarantine based on the vaccination?
2. Do we need to get a RTPCR test done before boarding the flight OR landing in Mumbai airport?
3. Do we need to do RTPCR test in Mumbai airport and so need to book in advance?
Thanks,
Pranal
Hi Pranal! Both you and your wife will be exempted from pre-arrival negative RT-PCR reports but both your kids need to carry their reports not older than 72 hours before departure. You, your wife and your 2-year-old will be exempted from institutional quarantine but there might be issues for your 7-year-old. So please be advised to call the helpline number of Mumbai International Airport. You might be required to undergo RT-PCR test upon arrival at Mumbai Airport.
Hi,
My wife (fully vaccinated 30 days before) and 11 year old daughter are planning a trip to Mumbai on 9th Aug. They will carry a RT-PCR test report as well. I understand Mumbai has exempted double vaccinated people but what will the rule be for my 11 year old, if she carries a negative PCR report?
Also they plan to stay in Mumbai for 7 days before moving out to Kerala?
Thanks
Hi Sanjeev! Your wife will be exempted from institutional quarantine and pre-arrival negative RT-PCR report as well (upon presenting her vaccine certificates indicating both doses of COVID-19 vaccine) but there is no such exemption for your daughter. Please be advised to call the helpline number of Mumbai International Airport.
Thank you for the response. My wife and daughter landed at Mumbai airport and they faced no issues or institutional quarantine. An update for all other travellers.
Good to know that they had a safe flight and hassle-free arrival at Mumbai Airport.
Hi, we (myself, wife and 12-year old son) are planning to travel from Dubai to Mumbai on August 10th and return on August 17th to Dubai. I and wife are vaccinated (Pfizer two doses); My son has received his 1st dose (Pfizer) last month, and second is due on 19th August.
Are the three of us ( me and wife and son) exempted from institutional and home quarantine due to our vaccination status?
I have been told that my son may ne required to quarantine. If that is the case, will he have to do the mandatory 14-day cycle , or can he travel back with us on the 17th? Any clarification would be helpful.
Hi Anoop! As far as we know, your son might not get any exemption as he is not fully-vaccinated. Please be advised to contact Mumbai International Airport.
Hi, I’m travelling with my family from UK to Delhi via Mumbai, I’ve a transit flight at Mumbai.
My wife & me we both are fully vaccinated and 15 days are over and we have negative RT PCR report within 72 hours, in UK kids are not entitled for vaccine yet.
Do I need to quarantine in Mumbai and do we need to do RTPCR test in Mumbai?
Hi Nitin! Delhi being your final destination, you are eligible for exemption from quarantine on arrival in Mumbai. Make sure your kids have a negative RT-PCR test report.
Are you required to take a RT-PCR test on arrival in Mumbai before taking the connecting flight ? Or you can travel using the RT-PCR test done in London in the last 72 hours. I have a connecting flight to Coimbatore and travelling with kids who have not received vaccination . Both me and wife are double vaccinated and we are carrying vaccination certificate and negative RT PCR report. We are also travelling from London
Cheers
Hi Shekar! London being the origin of your travel, all of you (except the kids depending on their age) may be subject to a molecular test on arrival at Mumbai Airport. You may also have to wait for the test result.
Hi, I’m planning to travel from Dubai to Mumbai with my wife and son, we will stay in Mumbai for 15 days and then return to Dubai. I and my wife are vaccinated, however my son who is 8 years old isn’t vaccinated. Is my son eligible for exemption from institutional quarantine ? Thanks for your feedback.
Hi Pradyut! We are not sure about this. Make sure to get your son tested for COVID-19 within 72 hours of undertaking the journey from Dubai. We think your son will be granted exemption as the parents are vaccinated and exempted.
Hi,
I will be travelling to Mumbai from Netherlands on 25th Sep 2021. I am fully vaccinated with COVISHIELD vaccine. I will be also performing RTPCR test before my flight?
Will I be quarantined at Mumbai even after I have a negtaive RTPCR report? Or is it that I will be allowed to travel to Pune immedieately from the airport?
HI Kunal! Fully-vaccinated international arrivals are exempted from quarantine in Mumbai. You will be able to travel to Pune from Mumbai Airport. Make sure to carry your original vaccination certificate and a few copies of the same.
Hi
I am travelling to Mumbai from London, UK with my daughter who is 7 years old. I am fully vaccinated. I want to know if my daughter would need to stay in hotel quarantine after arrival at Mumbai Airport. I am not able to find any document mentioning children about quarantine rules. I read that children under 5 years of age are exempt from quarantine.
Please can you help me with this. I have bought the tickets to Mumbai.
Many thanks
Hi Amrita! Please be advised to call the helpline number of Mumbai International Airport and check with the authorities. In our opinion, chances are fair for your daughter’s exemption from quarantine if she carries a negative RT-PCR report.
Hi,
My sister will be travelling from UK yo Mumbai with her children aged 3 years and 6 years. They will be carrying latest RTPCR test reports along with double dose vaccination certificate for my sister.
Please confirm if any institutional quarantine is required and also let us know the number of days for home quarantine.
Hi Nikhil! They are exempted from institutional quarantine – which is, of course, subject to approval on condition of providing valid documents to the satisfaction of the In-charge officer at Mumbai International Airport. UK travelers, if exempted from institutional quarantine, will undergo 7-day home quarantine.
Hi ,
I am travelling with my wife on 14th Aug 2021 . We have received our second dose of pfizer 6 Aug 2021 . We would like to know if the negative RT -PCR test and a 7 hr domestic transit is sufficient for another RT PCR test at the mumbai for a connecting flight to raipur .
Our journey should be London – Mumbai – Raipur with a transit time of 7 hr between two connecting flights .
Thanks
Hi Karan! 7-hr layover at Mumbai Airport may be sufficient depending on the rush of international arrivals to Mumbai Airport on the day of your arrival.
Hi Team,
I am travelling to India from USA via Doha . I will be arriving in Mumbai on 27th August. I am vaccinated with both doses of Covid Vaccine ( Pfizer) . I will be taking RT PCR test 72 hours prior arrival in Mumbai and will upload the required documents on Air Suvidha Portal. What’s the quarantine requirements for me on arrival in Mumbai. Also I intend to travel out of India within 7 days of arrival. Do I have to apply for home quarantine exemption? Kindly advise
Hi Siddhesh! There is no institutional quarantine for fully-vaccinated international travelers arriving in Mumbai. Based on your RT-PCR report, you will be advised self-monitoring of health. You don’t need to apply for home quarantine exemption. Carrying your return flight tickets is advisable.
Hi, my wife will be travelling from London to Vododara, Gujarat, her flight will arrive in Mumbai around 23rd March and the domestic flight to Mumbai will be same day or on following day. She is fully vaccinated and has a vaccination certificate issued by NHS UK. She will be taking a PCR test 72 hours prior to departing from London. What is requirement in Mumbai as I want to ensure she has enough time to complete the necessary procedures prior to her domestic flight to Vadodara. Many thanks.
Hi Mitesh! London being her travel origin, she will undergo a molecular test and have to wait for the test result (it may take 4-7 hours) at Mumbai Airport, as per the current norms. March 2022 is 6 months away from today. Meanwhile, the rules may be relaxed.
Hi
I am planning to come Mumbai then further travelling to Either Surat or Ahmedabad next month from London. Please confirm I required institutional quarantine? I had both vaccines.
Siraz! Being full vaccinated, you are eligible for exemption from institutional quarantine in Mumbai. As your final destination is outside the state of Maharashtra, you are exempted from institutional quarantine in Mumbai.
Hi team,
I may arrive (subject to negative PCR fit to fly test) in Mumbai via direct flight from the UK early next week. Both me and my husband fully vaccinated (with Pfizer) in the UK more than 15 days ago. Our final destination is Kolkata. We will upload PCR tests, vaccine details, self declaration form via Air Subidha portal as prescribed by British Airways.
1. Please confirm what all documents /formalities to be completed before arriving to Mumbai, Anything specifically required by Mumbai Border control officer that is not mentioned in British airways?
2. Do we need to pre-book molecular test at Mumbai arrival desk (I read in your article this is to be done via https://www.suburbandiagnostics.com/), even if our final destination is outside Maharashtra and have double jabbed with Pfizer vaccine?
3. Is it safe to book the onward connecting flight within 7 hours of international flight arrival at Mumbai? How long the PCR-Molecular results take?
4. As we are both vaccinated, do we need to do institutional quarantine at Mumbai?
Hi Jayeeta! Institutional quarantine in Mumbai does not apply to you for two reasons: You are fully vaccinated and your final destination is outside the state of Maharashtra. You can pre-book an RT-PCR test which is mandatory for UK travelers on arrival at Mumbai Airport. As you will be allowed to proceed for the connecting flight only after the test result comes negative and is delivered to you, be advised to have a minimum 8-hr layover at Mumbai Airport.
Thanks for quick response. Can you please provide some references where we can pre-book the RT-PCR test? We will arrive on Terminal 2, I see this guys https://www.suburbandiagnostics.com/ are outside the airport.
Hi, I will be arriving at Mumbai from France in beginning September with my daughter who is 11 yrs old. I am fully vaccinated, she is not eligible for vaccination. Will we have to do institutional quarantine in this case? If my daughter can get exemption on account of her age and my exemption status, what document do we need to carry for her?
Also, After arriving at Mumbai we need to go to Pune by road, are there any constraints or documents needed for this?
Hi Ujjaini! Being fully vaccinated, you are exempted from institutional quarantine. On arrival, you can seek exemption for your daughter based on your exempted status and her negative RT-PCR test report from France. Besides, both of you are required to give your swab sample for a molecular test at Mumbai airport before exiting the airport.
Hi..i am travelling from riyadh to mumbau on 27th august and i am fully vaccinated with pfizer vaccine..i am travellinh with my 3 kids <6 yrs.. what are the requirements for my kids at mumbai airport..
Hi Yasmin! Make sure your kids take an RT-PCR test within 72 hours of your Mumbai-bound flight from Riyadh. As per the guidelines of Maharashtra, all of you from the Middle East need to take a self-paid molecular test on arrival at Mumbai Airport.
I will be travelling to Mumbai from London, UK on 08th October2021. I am fully vaccinated (Pfizer) with both doses and completed more than 03 months after second dose. I will also be carrying RTPCR COVID Test while travelling. I will be travelling back to London UK within 20 days, I will be carrying a confirmed return Air ticket. What guidelines will be applicable for my travel ?
Can you also quote the relevant Mumbai MCGM / BMC guidelines for reference with date of the circular, if any.
Kind regards.
Hi Sanjay! There are no other guidelines. According to Maharashtra’s guidelines for international arrivals from the UK, you may need to take a self-paid molecular test on arrival and submit an undertaking form (you will find on the website of Mumbai Airport or it will be given to you at the airport).
Hello. (indianeagle team)…….
We will be traveling to Mumbai from Nederlands, on the 1st week of September. We were vaccinated with two doses of the Pfizer vaccine. We will carry my RT-PCR test result that day which will be less than 72 hrs upon arrival in Mumbai. As far as I understand, we will be exempted from the institutional quarantine. But, I didn’t understand whether we need to give a swab at Mumbai airport? and then need to wait for the results? Or we can go immediately at home after showing two doses of vaccination certificates from the European Union?
Could you please reply about this?
With regards,
Pravin
Hi Pravin! The EU being your travel origin, you need to give your swab sample for a molecular test on arrival (in spite of your vaccination status). You will be able to exit the airport without having to wait for the test result. If your itinerary has transit in the UK, you will have to wait for the test result at Mumbai Airport.
Thank you for the information about the UK transit.
with regards,
Pravin.
Hi, I will be traveling to Mumbai from Canada via Abhudhabi end of October, I plan to stay in Mumbai for 4 days then travel to Kerala. Can you please let me know what I should consider while I am in Mumbai, I am fully vaccinated. Would I have to do home quarantine for 7 days in Mumbai before I travel to Kerala
Hi Mathew! If the current norms continue to exit through October, you will be advised self-reporting of health, not home quarantine in Mumbai. You will be able to travel to Kerala in four days of your arrival in Mumbai.
Hi , I will be traveling to Mumbai from USA via Dubai – Emirates flight . I am fully vaccinated with single dose J&J. I will be carrying negative RT PCR report also . But checking this segment found that there is mandatory 7 days quarantine . Is that applicable for me also ? I am not sure in India single dose J&J vaccine is considered or not as fully vaccinated . Please let me know if I will be exempted from 7 days institutional quarantine or not .
Hi Rahul! Approved for emergency use, J&J vaccine will get you exempted from institutional quarantine on arrival in Mumbai. Make sure to carry the original vaccination certificate.
i am travelling to mumbai from saudi arabia on 31 August 2021. If i take pcr test on 30 august in saudi arabia, do i need to take another test after reaching mumbai airport ? hope pcr test will be valid within 72 hours and i will reach mumbai on 01 sept @ 6.40 am.
Hi Shadab! Yes, you will be required to undergo a molecular test upon arrival at Mumbai Airport despite having a pre-arrival negative RT-PCR report.
hello !! thanks for the info
anyhow, i spoke to mumbai airport customer service, they informed that pcr test is not required at mumbai airport if test taken outside india within 72 hours of arrival
Hi,
I am sure I had read recently that double vaccinated people don’t need RT PCR test result before entering Mumbai (from UK). Is that not the case anymore? I have received both Pfizer vaccines in the UK more than a month ago and intend to travel to Mumbai this weekend.
Hi Vinit! It is correct. If you are directly traveling to Mumbai and if your final destination is Maharashtra, you don’t need to take an RT-PCR test prior to boarding in the UK.
Thanks for your prompt response, much appreciated. However, will the certificate from NHS be acceptable as proof ? asking because the below article suggests that certificate needs to be issued through the Cowin portal which would not be the case for people vaccinated outside India(https://www.livemint.com/news/india/flying-to-maharashtra-fully-vaccinated-people-don-t-need-to-show-rt-pcr-report-11626370050294.html).
Also, https://www.airindia.in/images/pdf/State-Wise-Quarantine-Regulation.pdf further states that “As per Ministry of Civil Aviation guidelines, the exemptions to travel without RT-PCR report for fully vaccinated passengers DO NOT APPLY to international travelers arriving into Maharashtra.”
Any idea?
Hi Vinit! You can seek exemption from carrying a pre-arrival negative RT-PCR report with your final vaccination certificate issued by the NHS. You can find the same here as well: https://csmia.adaniairports.com/faqs.aspx.
Hi Vinit! Please check this circular https://csmia.adaniairports.com/pdf/covid-19/20210715-gom-order-exemption-from-rt-pcr-report-on-arrival.pdf and make sure to confirm with the airline that you will travel on.
Posting it for benefit of others, who might be in similar situation as mine…. Irrespective of whether you need a PCR test for Mumbai international arrivals or not, the UK airports/airlines would not allow you to board a plane unless you have a “fit to fly” PCR test negative result. The airline contact center would not give a definitive answer, but a staff at the LHR airport confirmed that it is required.
Basically, I have had to get the PCR test done.
Hi Vinit! Thank you very much for sharing your experience.
Hi
I will be travelling from Dubai to Mumbai. I am fully vaccinated. Furthermore, I will be returning to Dubai within 4-5 days. Do I still need to home quarantine? If not, what documents do I need for the same?
Hi Simran! Because of your short visit to Mumbai, you have fair chances of being exempted from home quarantine. Make sure to carry your confirmed tickets for return travel and share your travel plans to the in-charge officer at Mumbai Airport.
May I also know the documents needed for travelling to Mumbai? As per my understanding, it is Negative PCR report, Covid Vaccine Certificate and Self Declaration. Do I need to fill the exemption form?
Thank you for your help.
Hi Simran! You don’t need to fill the exemption form unless there is an exigency of death in the family.
One last question, will I have to undergo a molecular test at Mumbai airport when I land?
Thank you tons!
Hi Simran! Yes, you will be required to undergo a molecular test upon landing in Mumbai mostly.
One last question; do I have to undergo molecular testing at mumbai airport when I land?
Thank you tons!
Hello,
I will be travelling to Mumbai this weekend along with my spouse. We both have got both doses of Vaccination which is more than 15 days now . Will i require a quarantine ? We will also be leaving Mumbai within 10 days. In between this we will have to go to Chennai as my in law is not feeling well. Will this be ok. We will also be uploading our negative PCR test before travel to Mumbai.
Hi Vidya! May we know from where are you traveling so that we can give a more definite answer? Please note, fully-vaccinated travelers in possession of final vaccination certificate can seek exemption from institutional quarantine (if at all they are subjected to one). Also, All international passengers vaccinated with both the doses and 15 days have lapsed since the administration of second dose of the vaccine will be exempted from the mandatory requirement of a negative RT-PCR report for entry into the state.
Hi. Thank you for the response. I am coming from UK.
Hi Vidya! Please be advised to check with the airline whether you need to take a pre-departure RT-PCR test.
Hello,
I will be traveling through Air India flight from USA to India (IAD-DEL-MUM). My layover is in Delhi but final destination is Mumbai (In September 2021). I’m fully vaccinated with 2 doses of Pfizer vaccine and have the CDC card confirming the same. My questions are:
1) Do I need to carry the negative RT-PCR report with me?
2) Do I need to fill out the self declaration on Air Suvidha and upload the negative RT-PCT test, if I need one?
3) Would the CDC card (that’s all I have) be a sufficient document for vaccine proof?
4) I heard there is some declaration form I will need to fill out at arrival (not sure at Delhi or Mumbai), do you know what form is that? Is there a link to that form that I can fill out ahead of time?
Thank you for your help.
Hi Sana! Yes, you will be required to carry a pre-arrival negative RT-PCR report not older than 72 hours before departure. You need to fill out the self-declaration form on Air Suvidha portal and upload the negative RT-PCR report as well. Yes, the CDC card is sufficient as vaccine proof. As far as we know, there is no other Self-declaration form that needs to be filled.
I am an OCI planning on coming on a direct flight from Newark to Mumbai. I hope to spend 10 days to tend to family affairs. Following the conversations above, I don’t have to home quarantine with a negative test. Is that correct?
The individual I spoke with at the Mumbai airport said 14 day home quarantine. So, I’m confused.
Hi Neel! Yes, you won’t be subject to home quarantine and will be advised to self-monitor your health upon presenting pre-arrival negative RT-PCR report and remaining asymptomatic.
Hi I am fully vaccinated with 3 doses from dubai and travelling to mumbai on 16th September will have to travel by train on the 17th of September to karnataka karwar to visit my mom for a week how will I travel when they are making home quarintine mandatory and I am on a short stay of only 19 days from dubai to india
Hi Bernarf! You will be subject to home quarantine in your final destination, not in Mumbai. Make sure to provide your domestic travel plans to the in-charge officer at Mumbai Airport.
Hello,
My dad passed away unexpectedly yesterday, I am looking to travel from Boston to Mumbai with a layover in Amsterdam. I’m fully vaccinated, will take a RT-PCR test and apply for the exemption for death in family. I need to travel from Mumbai to Pune by road. Total trip duration is 7 days. Is institution quarantine still mandated?
Thank you!
Hi Su! Sorry for your loss. No, you won’t be subject to institutional quarantine as fully-vaccinated international arrivals who are in possession of their final vaccination certificate are exempted from the institutional quarantine upon arrival at Mumbai Airport. Also the exemption on Air Suvidha portal exempts you from taking a pre-arrival RT-PCR test and you will be required to submit your swab sample for a molecular test upon arrival and then exit the airport.
I want to travel to Mumbai and then immediately to Surat, I had the one shot Johnson vaccine 4 days ago. What documents do I need and do I have to wait until my vaccine is 15 days old? How do I apply for quarantine exemption?
Thanks,
Luke.
Hi Luke! You don’t have to wait until 15 days are over. You are eligible for exemption from institutional quarantine in Mumbai as you will travel onward to Gujarat from Mumbai Airport. You need to fill out a self-declaration form and upload a negative RT-PCR test report on Air Suvidha within 72 hours prior to traveling to Mumbai.
Now, institutional quarantine is not needed in Mumbai for all passengers, but everyone including those who are fully vaccinated will require an RT-PCR negative report with a validity of 72 hrs.
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/mumbai/mumbai-international-passengers-entering-state-to-follow-regulations-imposed-by-union-government/articleshow/85696542.cms
Hi Pravin! Thank you very much for bringing this to our notice.
Hi, According to new rule, will I have to do mandatory home quarantine. Do I have to do this even though I am coming only for 4 days? I will be travelling from Dubai to Mumbai for 4 days on 4th September.
Also, will I have to wait at mumbai airport until I get my PCR test results when arriving? Please help me out, as my flight is tomorrow night.
Hi Simran! As you will travel from Dubai, you may have to wait for the test result at Mumbai Airport.
Mumbai Airport said I will not have to wait for the results at the airport.
Can you please tell me if I will have to do the 14 days mandatory home quarantine with regards to the new rules that were published today?
I am only visiting for 4 days. It really is not fair for them to make short term visitors to stay in Mumbai for 14 days.
Hi Simran! All international passengers arriving/transiting from UK, Europe, Middle-East, South Africa, Brazil, Bangladesh, Botswana, China, Mauritius, New Zealand, Zimbabwe are subject to 14-day home quarantine. Those who intend to stay in Maharashtra for a period of 7 days or less may be exempted from mandatory home quarantine. You will have to share the details of their return/onward journey.
Thank you so much! I was really worried, as I have to travel tonight.
hi simran could you clarify if this worked for you? i have to travel tomorrow for 3 nights as well and want to know if it worked out ok
Simran could you confirm if you were given clearance to travel back within 4 days?
1. I am flying into Mumbai mid September and proceeding to Pune by Road.
I am flying in from Nairobi with a transit stop in Addis Ababa.
Do I need to do the Antigen test?
2. A few people have said that one must be double vaccinated in order to fly out of Mumbai Airport. Is it true?
Hi. I’m travelling to Mumbai from Philadelphia, USA via connecting flight in Amsterdam. I was told to fill out a health declaration form. What form is that and am I required to fill it out? I also have negative covid test result and my final destination is Gujarat after leaving Mumbai airport. Am I required to do anything when I reach Mumbai airport?
Hi Kaiyum! As per India’s entry guidelines, you need to fill out a self-declaration form and upload a negative RT-PCR test report on Air Suvidha within 72 hours prior to traveling from Philadelphia. On arrival at Mumbai Airport, you need to take a self-paid RT-PCR test, but you can proceed for the connecting domestic flight without waiting for the test result.
Thank your this new post updating the latest guidelines. Could you help to clarify the following:
1) I understand the need to do RT-PCR tests before departure and upon arrival (and possibly of waiting for the results of the upon arrival before taking a domestic transit), irrespective of vaccination status. However does the new 14 day home quarantine also apply for fully vaccinated travelers?
2) Is the new requirements applicable for other ports of entry into India where air bubble flights are operating into? Because it becomes a less logical if the flying via Mumbai and transiting to domestic location, you have a stricter 14day home quarantine requirement but via another port of entry.
Hii i will travel to Mumbai on 28th oct from Oman and then i have to go patna for my marriage on 1st nov. do i need to quarantine in Mumbai ? i am fully vaccinated.
Hi Mohammad! If you are asymptomatic, you don’t need to undergo institutional quarantine in Mumbai. As per the rules, you need to take an RT-PCR test within 72 hours prior to traveling from Oman and a self-paid COVID test on arrival at Mumbai Airport.
Dear Sir,
Me and my Family travelling tomorrow night from Dubai to Mumbai. We received our Negative PCR Test report and within 72 hours we will reach Mumbai airport. We are fully vaccinated with 2 dose.
Once we reach mumbai after few hours we are travelling to our village (Konkan) by road.
Dose this Home quarantine and Airport PCR test is applicable for us? please advice
Thanks,
Sumidh
Hi Sumidh! All travelers from the UK, the Middle East, Brazil and South Africa are subject to a self-paid RT-PCR test on arrival at Mumbai Airport.
I need to travel to Mumbai from Abu Dhabi during last week of September for 17 days. I have to meet my old aged parents and in-laws who are in different locations in Goregoan and Dombivli respectively.
What documents do I need to show to exempt from 14 days home quarantine at one place ?
Hi Manik! There is no particular document to seek exemption from home quarantine. You can share your domestic travel plans and request exemption to the in-charge officer at Mumbai Airport.
Thank you ??
Hi… Am travelling from bahrain to mumbai then proceed to pune by road in the month of october..wt is the procedure and do i hav to wait for the test results before I proceed to pune by road. Thanks
Hi Judith! You will have to take a self-paid RT-PCR test on arrival at Mumbai Airport. It may require you to wait for the test result before you exit the airport.
Hi. My wife and I, both over 60 and double vaccinated in UK, want to come to Mumbai direct flight from UK on 30th Oct. We hold OCI cards. We wish to return to UK on 13th Nov.
1. I understand we will need to obtain negative RT-PCR tests within 72 hrs of departure from London.
2. I understand we will need to undergo RT-PCR test on arrival at Mumbai, paid by us.
3. Will we have to remain at our house for the entire duration of our visit (13 days)?
4. Will we need RT-PCR test pre-departure from Mumbai (Direct flight to London)?
Kindly advise. Thank you
Hello Sir! Please google London’s entry requirements for travelers from India. As per the new/revised guidelines, you may be needed to undergo home quarantine for 14 days. On arrival, you can provide your domestic travel plans and share the purpose of visit to the officers deployed at Mumbai Airport.
I am arriving on 8th October in Mumbai Airport and I have a connecting flight to Delhi on 15th October. Will I be able to travel to Delhi on 15th October as my stay in Mumbai is less than 7-10 days? I can finish the 7 day quarantine and travel to Delhi on 15th right?
Hi Hari! could you tell us about your travel origin? We mean where you will travel from.
Hi, What about traveling to mumbai from USA via transit through Doha, Qatar. Does 14 days home quarantine mandatory after negative test? Is this rule applies if i travel nonstop from usa to mumbai? Trying to avoid 14 days home quarantine as i am traveling only for 17 days. Please suggest. Thanks.
Hi Abhijeet! If your travel from US to Mumbai has transit in Doha, then you will be subject to 14-day home quarantine despite testing negative in the RT-PCR test taken on arrival at Mumbai Airport. If you fly nonstop from US to Mumbai, you will be exempted from home quarantine if you are asymptomatic.
I’m US citizen. I am travelling from US to Mumbai via Doha on Qatar Airways. Fully vaccinated. Apart from taking RT-PCR test before 72 hours of travel, should I have to mandatorily take another RT-PCR test upon arrival at Mumbai airport? I have a connecting flight from Mumbai to Hyd in the morning, so I do have around 6 hours of time in case I have to wait for the result. Should I have to wait for the result?
Any advise would be greatly helpful.
Hi Swathi! Yes, you will have to take a self-paid RT-PCR test on arrival at Mumbai Airport despite being vaccinated and wait for the result before taking your connecting flight to Hyd. A regular RT-PCR test takes up to 8 hours for result while a rapid RT-PCR test (Rs 4500 per person) will fetch report in 1-2 hours.
Hi.
I am travelling from London Heathrow to Mumbai Airport on 22nd Sep 2021. As per the new guidelines it mentions of 14 days home quarantine mandatory after giving an RT-PCR sample at airport . But my return flight is just prior to the 14 days. So would there be a possibility to travel back without any issues? Do we need to update the travel plan to someone at the airport?
Any response is much appreciated.
Many Thanks.
Hi Akhil! Asymptomatic travelers on a short visit may be exempted from home quarantine. You must carry confirmed return tickets as well as share your travel plan with the officers deployed at Mumbai Airport.
Any insights as to when US tourists will be issued visas for entry at BOM?
Hi Jack! Since the onset of the pandemic, the tourist visa to India has remained suspended. There is yet no update regarding termination of the continued suspension.
Hi Indianeagle
First and foremost, I must congratulate you that you have many viewers to you blog, and thank you for replying to the queries /comments people may have.
Again, I am one of them who is overwhelmed with so many information across multiple documents, with a doubt if this information still holds true.
I am travelling to Ahmedabad from UK on 20th September 2021, I am fully vaccinated with Astrazeneca vaccine two months ago. After couple of day in Ahmedabad, I have to travel to Mumbai for my mother’s health checkup. I have got few queries, hoping you can confirm:
1) Do I have to wait for results after sample for molecule and RT-PCR test is taken at the airport?
2) Do I need to Quarantine or self monitoring in Ahmedabad?
3) let’s say, I have to quaratine for 7 days, after 7 days and of course with negative RT-PCR test after 7 days, can I still travel to Mumbai via Flight/train, considering Mumbai(as of 3rd September guidelines) now requires UK passengers to quartine for 14 days if landed at Mumbai Airport?
Any confirmation on above would be very helpful.
Thanks
Bali
Hi Bali! The UK being your travel origin, you need to wait for the test result at Ahmedabad Airport. As per the rules, you are subject to 7-day home quarantine in Ahmedabad. After 7 days of home quarantine, you can travel to Mumbai by air or train. You will be considered a domestic passenger to Mumbai. Hence, Mumbai’s new guidelines do not apply to you.
My Parents are travelling from Boston to Mumbai via Doha on Qatar airways next week.
Father is 65+ age and mother is 60..Both have got COVID vaccine shots in US (2 does each).
1)Will they need to give RT-PCR test at Mumbai airport?..final destination is mumbai and india home address is in mumbai.
2)If they need to give COVID TEST,will they have to wait for the report to come out(8+ hours) or they can exit the airport after giving the samples for testing.
Hi Bhavin! Yes, your parents will be required to undergo RT-PCR test on arrival at Mumbai Airport. However, they can exit the airport after submitting their swab samples and the report will be sent via e-mail.
Hi Indianeagle
First and foremost, congratulations to you for having so many viewers reading your blog and thank you for replying to viewers with their queries.
I am one of them who are overwhelmed with so many rules scattered across different websites and documents , and I am with a doubt if those still are true.
I am an Indian origin British passport holder. I am fully vaccinated with Astrazeneca vaccine couple of month ago. I am travelling from UK to Ahmedabad on 20th September 2021, and then after few days in Ahmedabad, I am planning to travel to Mumbai via flight/train for my mother’s treatment. I have few queries, hope you would reply to my queries
1) After giving the swab sample for Molecule and RT-PCR test, do I need to wait for results before I exit the airport?
2) Do I have to quarantine while I am in Ahmedabad? if so, is it 7 days?
3) Can I travel to Mumbai after the quarantine period(if any) from Ahmedabad, considering that Mumbai airport has a rule of 14 days quarantine for passengers travelling from UK. Am I going to breach the Maharashtra rules?
4) Can I book the molecule and RT-PCR test before I arrive in Ahmedabad?
5) Are we able to get vaccine certificate from co-win portal, eventhough its been administered overseas? I have read news there were some plans on that line.
Any help on above queries would be very helpful.
Thanks again.
Piyush
Hi Piyush! Yes, you will have to wait at Ahmedabad Airport after submitting your swab sample for a RT-PCR test. If negative, you will be subject to 7-day home quarantine after which you will have to undergo another test. You can travel to Mumbai after your quarantine period in Ahmedabad without any issues. You can fill the required information on the NorthStar Labs website which will expedite the sample collection process on arrival https://sufalamlims.com/northstar.ui/#/laboratory/public/icmr-covid-form?branchid=5
Hi
Thank you for your quick reply. on a 7 days period calculation, does it start from the next day after landing or landing day is considered as day1?
Thanks
Piyush
Hi I am coming to Mumbai from Qatar on 9th September and I have connecting flight to mangalore on 12th September 2021. Will I have to sit quarantine. My return to Qatar is on 19th from mangalore. Please assist. Thanks
Hi Sashi! Asymptomatic travelers on a short visit may be exempted from home quarantine. You must carry confirmed return tickets as well as share your domestic travel plan with the officers deployed at Mumbai Airport. Based on your details, it will be decided whether you should be subject to home quarantine or not.
Hi ,
Thanks for all the info above. I will be travelling on Emirates from USA via Dubai to Mumbai. I am planning to take a covid test within 72 hrs before travel and I am fully vaccinated. Do I still need to take additional test at the Mumbai airport ?
TIA ,
Sanjana
Hi Sanjana! Yes, a self-paid RT-PCR test is mandatory on arrival at Mumbai Airport despite being fully-vaccinated and having a pre-arrival negative RT-PCR report.
If I am traveling from Chicago to Mumbai via Paris or Amsterdam on either Air France or KLM, am I subject to quarantine in India. I am vaccinated with two doses of Pfizer and will have negative RT-PCR Test. I will also be exiting Mumbai Airport and traveling to Gujarat via private car. So my questions are:
1. Will I have any types of Quarantine in India (Institutional Quarantine or Home Quarantine)?
Hi Sam! No institutional quarantine. You may be subject to home quarantine at your final destination.
How do I not be subjected to home quarantine?
Hello Indian Eagle,
Thank you for providing guidance for travelling to India.
We are citizens of USA and travelling to Mumbai on Sept 22nd. Our flight originates in USA and is transiting in London for 2 hours and onwards to Mumbai.
We are fully vaccinated and will take the RT-PCR test before boarding the flight from USA. We are visiting for a short time – 10 days visiting parents and are staying in a hotel close to home.
Do we need to take another RT-PCR test at Mumbai airport ?
Do we need to quarantine as we not staying home?
Please advise. Thank you
Hi Ash! On arrival at Mumbai Airport, you need to take a self-paid RT-PCR test. You will be subject to home quarantine wherever you will be staying in Mumbai.
Thank you for the reply.
But I am going to be in Mumbai for only 10 days and returning back. It is a short stay.
How to hotel quarantine?
Will a PCR/NAAT Test be accepted from USA or it has to be RT-PCR Test?
Please advise.
HI Ash! It is only RT-PCR test for entry to India.
Hello:
I have a few questions, i am travelling to Mum via dubai from the US and plan to return back in 18 days, i presume i will have to submit a test sample for the RT-PCR test.
1. Can i leave the airport after submitting my sample ?
2. Can i prebook for the testing prior to arrival at the Mum airport?
3. Would you know the wait time to get tested ?
4. If i have to stay to get the result, what is the typical wait time ?
much appreciated,
Sincee
Hi Sincee! You can exit the airport after giving your swab sample if you don’t have a connecting domestic flight. If you are required to wait for the test result, the wait time depends on the test type you will opt for. A regular RT-PCR test gives the result within 8 hours, while a rapid RT-PCR test gives the result in 1-2 hours. You can pre-book an RT-PCR test prior to arrival at Mumbai Airport.
Thanks. I do not have a connecting domestic flight, mumbai will be my port of exit. Should i infer your note to mean that i can deposit my sample and then leave or is it subject to discretion of the officer on duty ?
Also, How do i prebook for the test at Mumbai aiport ?
Sincerely, appreciate your efforts in answering these questions.
Thanks,
Sincee
Hello,
I will be traveling from Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, to Mumbai (no further travel) via Muscat, Oman on 2nd October, I will be traveling with 2 kids, one is 1 year 9 months old and other is 6 year and 10 months old, do I I have to carry their negative (72 hrs) RT-PCR test results as well before travelling
Also how do I pre-book rapid RT-PCR test?
Appreciate your response
Hi Pratik! Taking an RT-PCR test before traveling to India is mandatory for everyone, even an infant on the lap. You can log on to http://www.suburbandiagnostics.com for pre-booking of COVID PCR tests that you will have to take on arrival at Mumbai Airport.
Hi I am planning to travel for a short 7 day trip from dxb to mumbai. I am fully vaccinated. Will they still make it compulsory for me to home quarantine for 14 days? If that is the case then i might have to cancel my trip. Appreciate any information or clarification that you can provide.
Hi Pinky! As per the recently revised rules, you will have to take a self-paid RT-PCR test on arrival and undergo 14-day home quarantine. However, be advised to call Mumbai Airport’s helpline number for confirmation.
Hello,
I am planning to travel from London to Mumbai on 19th September and my return flight back to London is on 26th September. Am I allowed to return within a week to Mumbai airport or do I have to stay for 14 days at home quarantine so I won’t be allowed to take my flight back?
Hi Bhagyashree! In our knowledge, you can request exemption from home-quarantine by giving details of your return travel plan and showing confirmed return flight tickets to the officers at Mumbai Airport.
Hi,
Thank you for your helpful post in these difficult Covid times.
Me and my wife are travelling to Mumbai on 17th Oct 2021 from Jersey via UK. We plan to stay in India for only 4 weeks and have booked return flights on 13th Nov 2021. We both are fully vaccinated.
My wife plans to stay in Mumbai for 2 days and then fly to Patna probably on 19th Oct 2021 and return to Mumbai in 15 days. We are yet to book flight from Mumbai to Patna as not sure if it will be allowed or not?
We will be carrying the required RT-PCR test before travelling as well and also fill in the self -declaration form as it is needed.
Is there a way for us to be exempted for Home Quarantine as we are fully vaccinated and on a very short visit?
Will my wife be allowed to travel in 2 days from Mumbai and continue the Home Quarantine in Patna?
Appreciate all your help on this.
Hi Sam! Most probably, there is no home quarantine for international arrivals in Patna. But we are not sure whether you will be allowed to stay in Mumbai for two days before traveling to Patna.
I see you responded to a previous UK traveller as follows: ‘Hi Akhil! Asymptomatic travelers on a short visit may be exempted from home quarantine. You must carry confirmed return tickets as well as share your travel plan with the officers deployed at Mumbai Airport.’
I am planning to be in Mumbai for 1-week, arriving with vaccine certificate from the UK and negative PCR test. I will be travelling on a Business Visa.
I see nothing official about any exemption from home quarantine.
Everything I read that’s official suggests all exemptions for UK travellers were removed on 3/9.
Please can you direct me to an official source for possible exemption from quarantine, if any exists. I can’t see how I can travel without this assurance.
Thank you keeping us all informed.
Hello IndianEagle.
Thanks for the queries getting answered.
I have one doubt regarding RT-PCR TEST for flight from USA to Mumbai via DOHA transit
–>flight US to DOHA(covid testing needs to be done 72 hours prior to departure)
–>second leg flight–>DOHA to mumbai(does airline check RT PCR test date/time prior to boarding ???not sure if they check 72 hours or 48 hours timeframe before DOHA- MUMBAI flight??wanted to confirm if any scenarios where re-testing situation arises at DOHA airport
Hi, Im travelling to Mumbai for a period of 8 days, which is shorter than the quarantine period of 14 days. Do I need to declare anything upon landing at Mumbai airport?
Hi Vijay! In order to travel back from a short visit to Mumbai, you need to declare your return travel or domestic travel plans after landing at Mumbai Airport.
Hi, Im travelling to Mumbai with family for a period of 8 days, which is shorter than the quarantine period of 14 days. Do I need to declare anything upon landing at Mumbai airport?
Hi Vijay! May we know your travel origin? Means where you will travel from? Will you travel on a nonstop flight to Mumbai, or transit in a third country?
Hi IndianEagle, as per your reply to one of the question posted on 7th Sept 2021, if the travel from US to Mumbai has transit in Doha, then there’s mandatory home quarantine despite testing negative on arrival at Mumbai Airport, but in case of nonstop flight from US to Mumbai, the home quarantine can be exempted in case of travelers being asymptomatic.
But today, while I was going thru the guidelines for Mumbai airport on Air India website, it says the below –
“All passengers shall have to submit their self-declaration form and undertaking to officers deployed at
the Mumbai Airport and shall be mandatorily subjected to 14 days home quarantine.”
Just wanted to clarify whether home quarantine is mandatory in case I travel non-stop from US to Mumbai in the first week of Oct ? Thanks in advance!!
Hi DK! You will find generic information on the websites of airlines. For traveling directly from the US to Mumbai, you are exempted from home quarantine
Hi,
I will be traveling from Dubai to Mumbai on 28th October and than I have a connecting flight to Nagpur after 6 hours of lay over at Mumbai airport. I understand that I will have to undergo a RT-PCR test at Mumbai airport, but am I allowed to board the connecting flight if the do not receive the test results by that time.
Also are the rules same if I come via Delhi to Nagpur. So I have 2 options for connecting flights :
1) Dubai –> Mumbai –> Nagpur
2)Dubai –> Delhi –> Nagpur
Based on your information I will get more clarity on which one to pick. Would be very helpful if you can guide me here
Hi Yash! You may not be able to board the connecting flight at Mumbai Airport without the test result. If you take a rapid RT-PCR test (which costs nearly Rs 5000 per person) at Mumbai Airport, you will get the result in 1-2 hours.
Hello Indian Eagle,
Thank you for helping me with my queries.
I am planning to travel to Mumbai last week of September and returning back 2nd of October. I am taking a direct flight from Newark to Mumbai, and I am fully vaccinated. Do I need to take PCR test at Mumbai Airport and do I also need to be home quarantine as my stay is only for 7 days.
Thanks a lot again!!
Hi Punit! Since your itinerary does not include transit in a third country, you don’t need to take an RT-PCR test on arrival at Mumbai Airport. Home-quarantine does not apply to you. You will be advised self-monitoring of health.
Hi,
Thank you for your reply. However, clause D of this notification (https://csmia.adaniairports.com/pdf/covid-19/MCGMorderonRT-PCRtestforInternationalpassengersarrivingatCSMIAdated1Sep2021.pdf) says that “all” passengers need to home quarantine. Could you please clarify?
Thanks,
Kamalendu
Hi Kamalendu! 14-day home quarantine is mandatory for those who travel from or transit in the UK, the Middle East and other parts of Europe if their final destination is within Maharashtra.
Hi Indian Eagle,
I’m planning to travel from UK to Mumbai and then to Jamnagar on 17th or 18th Oct and return on 30th Oct. I’ve few questions as follows:
1. I’ve 10-12 hours layover between Mumbai and Jamnagar flight, is it enough time to get RT PCT test done? How much does this cost? Do I need to book this before I travel?
2. Am I allow to take return flight on 30th Oct (12 days after my arrival) or do I need to home quarantine for 14 days?
3. Am I allowed to check in to the T2 hotel as my layover is for 10-12 hours.
Many thanks for your help.
Hi Shital! 10-12 hours is enough to get a regular RT-PCR test done and receive the result at Mumbai Airport. A regular RT-PCR test costs Rs. 600. A rapid RT-PCR test costs nearly Rs 5000 and gives the result in 1-2 hours. You can re-book the test before arriving at Mumbai Airport. You can check in to the T2 hotel.
Hi,
I am planning to travel from London Heathrow to Mumbai on 17th September. My return flights are booked for 26th September. I am fully vaccinated and will be carrying the required PCR test results as well. Please can you guide me as to whether I will be allowed to leave mumbai in less than 14 days? Am I right in interpreting that as long as I am asymptomatic and the test on arrival is negative, I don’t have to even home quarantine and therefore can fly back in a period shorter than 14 days?
Thanks
Hi Parth! As per the new guidelines, all international arrivals to Maharashtra are subject to 14 days of home quarantine.
Hello
Please clarify : This is after uploading negative RTPCR test (within 72 hr window) in US onto airsuvidha and signing self declaration form.
situation 1) travel from US to Mumbai – with transit stop in France OR Nederlands:
Once the mandatory RT-PCR test is done on arrival at Mumbai airport,
does one HAVE to wait in the airport lounge for 8+ hours to get the results before we can leave the airport to home? OR can leave airport once we give the RTPCR test. Results will be shared via email?
situation 2) travel from US to Mumbai – Without transit stop anywhere (non stop)
RT-PCR test is NOT needed at Mumbai airport and can leave airport immediately after collecting baggage.
Hi AK! If your final destination is Mumbai, then in situation 1 you will be allowed to exit the airport after submitting your swab sample for a RT-PCR test without having to wait for the result which will be shared via email. In situation 2, you will be allowed to exit the airport without having to undergo any test if you are asymptomatic.
Hi,
I am travelling from Saudi Arabi to Mumbai via Dubai
Two Dose vaccinated – Done
will carry RT-PCR report on boarding time (72 Hours)
may be this quetion is repeated but thanks for this portal to guide to every one
1. If am carrying the RT-PCR test from destination so do I have to test again on Mumbai airport as well
if test is necessary, do i have wait for report at airport
how can pre-book for PTR test
2. Need to submit any declaration form on portal (air Suvidha) or carry the copy
3. When we arriving at Mumbai airport what we required to prepare before and after
Hi Zaheer! Yes, you will be required to undergo another RT-PCR test upon arrival at Mumbai Airport. If your final destination is Mumbai then you will be allowed to exit the airport after submitting your swab sample without having to wait for the result. You will be required to fill out a self declaration form and upload a negative RT-PCR report on Air Suvidha within 72 hours of boarding your flight.
Hi
Was hoping you could clear it up…
what if a person is travelling only for 5-6 days in and out of mumbai.
Is it possible under the given new rules?
I am planning to travel for a few days out of Dubai into Mumbai but definitely not more than 5 days, and therefore no home quarantine is possible.
Hi Jonathan! Since you are planning a short trip, you may seek exemption from home quarantine upon arrival in Mumbai by showing your confirmed return tickets and sharing your travel plan with the officers at the airport. Please note exemption is subject to approval.
Hi @Indianeagle, I understand you’re receiving so many queries for various destination and for vivid reasons as the requirement differs for each and everyone; however you’re managing to answer as much as possible & that’s really appreciable. I tried to find out an answer through comments but unable to get the solution, hope you would help me. I am planning to travel from Dubai to Indore Via Mumbai, fully vaccinated and would be carrying negative PCR Test Report upon arrival @ Mumbai. My connecting flight to Indore would be around after 6-8 hours, below are my concerns:
1. I understand that I need to undergo another RT-PCR Test even though I am carrying negative PCR test since I have to travel further (domestic), am I right?
2. I need to take the RT-PCR test at airport that I may pre-book or its available there @ 1600 INR, am I right?
3. Result might take up to 8 hours, so am I allowed to exit the airport and visit some near by place till I receive the result as I’ve 6-8 hours waiting period?
Thanks & regards,
Pranav
Hi Pranav! Yes, you will be required to undergo another RTPCR test upon arrival at Mumbai Airport and take your connecting flight to Indore only after results arrive. A regular RT-PCR test (Rs 600 per person) will take up to 8 hours for results and a rapid RT-PCR test (Rs 4500 per person) will give the report in 1-2 hours. You might not be allowed to exit the airport during the waiting period.
Hi there
I am planning to travel from UK to Mumbai (non stop) and return back in 5-6 days from Mumbai to UK. I have had both my vaccinations so can you please confirm if I have a negative RT PCR, all uploaded on the Air Suvidha portal and if I test negative at Mumbai airport when screened then is there a requirement for any home quarantine? Can I fly back to UK in 5-6 days if I produce my confirmed return flight on arrival at Mumbai airport?
Thanks
Hi Deepa! Despite being fully-vaccinated and testing negative, you will still be subject to 14-day home quarantine upon arrival in Mumbai. You may seek exemption from home quarantine by presenting your confirmed return tickets and by sharing your travel plan with the officers at the airport. Please note exemption is subject to approval.
Hi,
How exactly is Home quarantine enforced. We are travelling from US to Mumbai via Heathrow. We are staying in India for 3 weeks. So if 2 weeks are going to be home quarantine, it defeats the whole purpose. How exactly do the authorities monitor that anyone is doing a home quarantine.
Hi Ramesh! On arrival at Mumbai Airport, travelers flying from or transiting via the UK, the Middle East, Europe, China, Brazil and South Africa need to give an undertaking with their consent to undergo home-quarantine for 14 days. In addition to this, we have little knowledge about how home quarantine is enforced.
Hi,
We are planning to visit India from US for 3 weeks. The flights available are through Heathrow London. What i have understood by reading the above threads is that – there will be a 2 week home quarantine. Wanted to know how strictly is this implemented ? How do they ensure that people are really following the home quarantine. Is it just an undertaking or something else ? Any insights would be helpful.
Hi Ramesh! May we know your final destination in India?
Hi Indian Eagle,
Thank you for your excellent service in answering so many queries.
I am planning to travel from London to Mumbai and then to Kerala. I plan to stay overnight in Mumbai and plan to fly to Kerala next day. I am double vaccinated with Astra Zeneca in UK and plan to take RT -PCR test within 72 hours of flying.
Once I land in Mumbai, plan to do the molecular test. Will I be able to go out of the airport and then take a domestic flight to Kerala the next day? Will I be required to stay in Mumbai for 7 days instead of one night.
Hi Suseel! Since you are planning to stay overnight in Mumbai and then take a flight the next day, you may seek exemption from home quarantine applicable on arrival in Mumbai by sharing your domestic travel plan with the officers at Mumbai Airport. Whether you can exit the airport and return the next day depends on the approval of the officers.
I do not have a connecting domestic flight, mumbai will be my port of exit.Can i deposit my RTPCR sample and then leave to go home or is it subject to discretion of the officer on duty ?
Also, How do i prebook for the test at Mumbai aiport ?
Sincerely, appreciate your efforts in answering these questions.
Thanks,
Sincee
Hi Sincee! You can exit the airport after taking a self-paid RT-PCR test at Mumbai Airport. The test result will be sent via email. Please log on to http://www.suburbandiagnostics.com for pre-booking of a slot for RT-PCR test.
Dear Sir/Madam,
If I come to Mumbai airport from UAE, do I still have to register on Air Suvidha as of today?
Can I stay in Mumbai for 03 days and travel back again? I have taken 02 doses of phizer and I have vaccine certificate along with PCR test report.
Or is it necessary to stay in mumbai for longer period?
Please advise.
Hi Bali! Yes, it is still mandatory for international arrivals into India to register on Air Suvidha portal. Since you are coming on a short trip, you may seek exemption from 14-day home quarantine by showing your confirmed return tickets as well as sharing your travel plan with the officers at Mumbai Airport upon arrival. Please note exemption is subject to approval.
Hi Team.
Thanks for you valuable time and help to society.
My wife, daughter and myself will be travelling from UK to Mumbai to Varanasi (Connecting flight). Me and my wife are fully vaccinated in UK, but my daughter is under 13 years and not vaccinated.
1. I understand we will need to obtain negative RT-PCR tests within 72 hrs of departure from London.
2. I understand we will need to undergo RT-PCR test on arrival at Mumbai, paid by us.
3. I understand that i need to be at Mumbai Airport until RT- PCR result come.
My Questions:
1. Can I get a hotel room at Airport while waiting for RT-PCR result or do I need to wait in Lounge? (Self Paid)
2. What all facilities we will get in Lounge like food, blanket, sleeping chair etc?
3. Can we buy food while waiting in Lounge or Airport Hotel?
4. When we will collect our luggage at Mumbai Airport? Is it after RT-PCR test result or before it?
5. When we will get a chance to visit Duty Free shop at Airport?
Sincerely, appreciate your efforts in answering these questions.
Thanks,
Adarsh Gupta
Kindly advise. Thank you
Hi Adarsh! According to the FAQs for international travelers from the UK (you will find on the website of Mumbai Airport), you can proceed to catch your connecting flight after the sample collection at Mumbai Airport.
Hello Sir,
You are indeed doing a noble job in helping people by answering their queries. There is lot of information out, most of which is outdated and hence misleading. So, sometimes a direct answer is really helpful. I am hoping you might be able to shed some light on a query of mine.
We are planning to visit Mumbai travelling from London on 1 Oct 2021 and will leave on 11 Oct 2021. Now as per the new rules set by Municipal of Greater Mumbai, you need to quarantine for 14 days at home. I understand we will need to this even though we are fully vaccinated and carry a negative PCR test result. But as we are travelling back to London within 10 days, will this cause any problem on our return journey?
I understand the exemption of quarantine is upto the handling officer at the airport, but have you heard of similar cases getting exemptions?
Thanks.
Regard,
Shashank
Hi Shashank! Some of our customers who traveled to Mumbai via London Heathrow were able to seek exemption from home quarantine until the new guidelines took effect on September 3. We have little idea how strict the new guidelines are regarding enforcement of home quarantine.
Thank you Indian Eagle for the clarifications. Can travellers from UK take the Rapid PCR test instead of the normal RTPCR test.
Hi Suseel! Yes, the rapid RT-PCR test option is available and it gives results in just 1-2 hours.
Hi,
Me and my wife are travelling to Mumbai from Jersey via London Heathrow on 18th Oct and would be returning back on 13th Nov. We are both fully vaccinated and would be filling in the required Self-declaration forms and also would be taking the RT-PCR tests. I am aware we will have to again take RT-PCR tests on Mumbai Airport.
My queries are as below
1. My wife would be travelling to Patna from Mumbai on the same day when we reach mumbai. Can she skip quarantine in Mumbai and do it in her last location which would be Patna?
Does she need to wait before she gets the RT-PCR test results before boarding the domestic flight to Patna? Will she also have to follow Quarantine rules in Patna along with Mumbai?
2. Will I have to wait before I get the RT-PCR test results or Is it ok for me to leave the airport and go home?
3. Since we are only coming for 4 weeks and are fully vaccinated, is there a chance for us to not to have some waive off on the 14 days home quarantine?
Thank you for a very informative article and for answering the queries of so many people.
Hi Sam! Your wife will be allowed to take her connecting flight to Patna after testing negative in the RT-PCR test taken on arrival at Mumbai Airport. Home quarantine in Patna would be applicable based on Bihar’s guidelines for international arrivals. You will be allowed to exit the airport after submitting your swab sample. There is no such exemption for fully-vaccinated travelers to skip home quarantine if they are coming for more than 2 weeks stay.
Hi,
Thank you so much for your response. Appreciate it a lot. Some follow-up questions on the above answers provided by you.
1. How much time does it take for the RT-PCR test results to arrive?
2. Is it possible to book these tests in advance or can these be only booked on arrival?
Any advantages of pre-booking these tests?
3. Is there any news on when these travel restrictions would be reviewed and updated?
Hi Sam! A regular RT-PCR test takes up to 8 hours for result while a rapid RT-PCR gives result in 1-2 hours. You can pre-book the tests at https://covid19.suburbandiagnostics.com/signin. There is no such update as of now.
Hi,
I am visiting Mumbai from London (UK) on 18th Sept 2021 for short stay of 7 days and want to return back to UK on 25th Sept 2021(return ticket booked). I am fully vaccinated in UK and have negative RT-PCR report. Could you please help me understand , if I can continue with above plan and will I get exemption from Quarantine and will I be allowed to take return flight to UK on 25th Sept 2021?
Thanks in advance. Your earliest reply would be highly appreciated..
Hi Akshay! We cannot say anything certainly whether you will be able to travel back in a week of your arrival, since the new guidelines have made 14-day home quarantine mandatory for those flying into Mumbai and having their final destination within Maharashtra. Please be advised to call Mumbai Airport’s helpline 022 66851010.
Hi There,
Thank you for responding to all these questions. I am fully vaccinated and traveling to Mumbai from Los Angeles on the 23rd of Sep. Arriving in Mumbai at 12:30AM on the 24th, staying at hotel and then boarding a flight to Mangalore at 9:30AM in the morning. I will be uploading a negative PCR test as required on the Air Suvidha website with the 72 hour time limit. My travel plan is to stay in Mangalore for four weeks.
Do I need to worry about any quarantine related restrictions in Mumbai or Mangalore? Your response is greatly appreciated. Thank you
Hi Gautam! Since Mangalore is your final destination, no quarantine for you in Mumbai. If you are asymptomatic, you will be advised self-monitoring of health in Mangalore.
I realize this has been flogged to death, so to speak.
Still, I am hoping you wouldn’t mind entertaining another question on this.
One can get direct flights from the US to Delhi or Mumbai.
Considering the Covid testing/quarantine/health monitoring requirements at Mumbai airport for international arrivals, might it not be better to take the international flight to Delhi and then a connecting domestic flight to Mumbai?
[I understood there are no restrictions on domestic arrivals. OR, are there?]
Thanks much for your assistance and selfless service to all of us.
Hi Umesh! The rules have been relaxed for international passengers traveling to Mumbai. There is no institutional quarantine anymore in Maharashtra if they are asymptomatic. If you travel on a nonstop/direct flight to Mumbai from the US, you won’t have to take a test on arrival at Mumbai Airport. If you travel to Mumbai or Delhi via the UK or the Middle East, you will have to give your swab sample for a PCR test on arrival.
Thank you very much, Sir, for clarifying this for me and for the valuable service you are providing to all of us harried travelers who cannot always find correct information about these issues anywhere.
Another question.
4 days after my arrival in Mumbai (on a direct flight from the US), I am to take a domestic flight to Delhi.
Is one required to present any test results for domestic flights?
[i.e. would I need to have results of such a test before arriving at the airport for my domestic flight?]
Also, SpiceJet advertizes fares that include an RT-PCR test at Mumbai/Delhi. Does that mean that they administer the test after check in and prior to boarding? Does that test fulfill the requirements for domestic travel.
[Unfortunately, I haven’t been able to find a clear answer on their website.]
Thanks again, Gentlemen!
I think I have found the answer to this part.
In an article in the Indian Express, it stated that Delhi does not require any tests for arriving domestic passengers.
Likewise, Rajasthan has no requirements for fully vaccinated folks.
Please correct me if I have got it wrong.
Thanks.
Hi,
You’re doing a marvelous job in answering all the queries (may repeated) with so much patience.
I am travelling from US to Mumbai on a direct flight. I will have a negative RT-PCT and I am fully vaccinated. You’ve replied to one of the queries above that in such a case one need not undergo a mandatory home quarantine and only self monitoring of symptoms is needed.
But if you could please refer to clause D of the notification “https://csmia.adaniairports.com/pdf/covid-19/MCGMorderonRT-PCRtestforInternationalpassengersarrivingatCSMIAdated1Sep2021.pdf” it says that all international passengers need to undergo 14 days of mandatory self quarantine. Am I missing something? Could you please clarify?
Thank you,
Kamalendu
Hello,
I am landing in Mumbai on 1st October from Sydney in Emirates flight.
I will be transiting via Dubai.
I am fully vaccinated.
Would I be required to home quarantine after arriving Mumbai airport?
Hi Kanva! On arrival at Mumbai Airport, you will have to take a self-paid RT-PCR test. As per the revised guidelines that took effect on September 3, you will be required to undergo home quarantine for 14 days if your final destination is within Maharashtra.
Hi,
Thank you for your great service and responses.
I have a question about home quarantine requirements in Maharashtra.
I am traveling from Newark NJ USA to Mumbai . I will be in Maharashtra for 3 weeks. I want to apply for 14 days home quarantine exemption. What is the procedure for the same. I am fully vaccinated in the US and will get the negative RTPCR test
Hi Vishwa! As per the revised guidelines that took effect on September 3, even fully-vaccinated international passengers will be required to undergo home quarantine for 14 days if the final destination is within Maharashtra. On arrival, you can seek exemption from or request a cut in home-quarantine by explaining your purpose of travel to the officers deployed at Mumbai Airport.
Thanks for all your help. Indian passport holders travelling from Los Angeles to India transiting via London Heathrow. ( 3 hrs) Fully vaccinated and negative PCR. Staying in Mumbai for 13 days (with confirmed return tickets on British Air) We can stay either at Hotel or own home. What are the requirements?
Hi Jai! Due to your transit in the UK, you will have to take a self-paid RT-PCR test on arrival at Mumbai Airport. You ca exit the airport without waiting for the test result. Please note the new guidelines that took effect on SEP 3 make 14-day home quarantine mandatory for those traveling from or transiting via the UK, the Middle East and other parts of Europe.
Hi Indian Eagle,
Great site and very valuable information.
Are there any minimum days stipulation in India , for US passengers like me ? I would like to make a quick 7 day trip to India and come back. Do I need to file any exemptions to that effect .
Thank you
Sateesh
Hi Sateesh! May we know your destination in India?
Hey IndianEagle..
Great article, very informative.
However, today I noticed a guideline called “Additional MoHFW GUIDELINES (For international arrivals effective 03rd September 2021)” at this location: https://www.airindia.in/COVID-19-UPDATED.htm
As per these guidelines, a person travelling from Europe and Middle East (other than those in flights originating from Brazil, South Africa and United Kingdom) who have to exit the destination airport or take
connecting flights to their final domestic destination need to just give samples at the designated area and exit the airport.
There is no mention of the 14 day home quarantine on this.
We are planning to come to Mumbai from UAE in October for 2 weeks, but we need to know for sure, if this 14-day home quarantine is in place or not.
Thanks!
Hi Pooja! Please be advised to go through the COVID-19 FAQs for travelers from the Middle East on the website of Mumbai Airport. The new guidelines make 14-day home quarantine mandatory for those whose final destination is within Maharashtra.
sir i wanted to travel from UAE to Mumbai for 10 days ,then whether i can travel back to UAE on 10th day
or i have to stay in mumbai for 14 days to complete 14 days of quarantine and then i can travel internationally .please suggest.
Hi Imran! As per the new guidelines, 14-day home quarantine is mandatory for those whose final destination is within Maharashtra. You can request a cut in the duration of home quarantine to the officers deployed at Mumbai Airport.
Hi I am Jasim and I want to travel to Mumbai from UAE, I have already taken 2 dose of covid vaccination So should I get exempted from qurantine or I need to go under institutional qurantine upon arrival plz advice.
Hi Jasim! Please go through the article. There is no institutional quarantine for international travelers on arrival in Mumbai.
Hello!
My name is Catarina and I am contacting you from Portugal.
The company where are I work is arranging an important business trip to Mumbai, where we will stay for 5 days only. E-Visa is issued and the plan is to travel next week.
There is a lot of outdated information regarding the quarantine exemptions. I have read that passengers who are staying in Mumbai for less than 7 days can be exempted from home quarantine. Is this true?
Thank you in advance for your valuable help.
Hi Catarina! Those who are coming on a short trip to Mumbai can seek exemption from home quarantine by presenting their confirmed return ticket as well as sharing their travel plan with the officers at Mumbai Airport on arrival. Please note that exemption is subject to approval.
Hi
This is Hemant Thaker I am travelling from USA to Mumbai Via Doha through Qatar Airways
What is Covid Requirement at Mumbai ? since Qatar Airways says they don’t have any requirement but they don’t know about Mumbai India when passengers are going via Doha. Do we have to do another covid test
Same way what is the requirement from Mubai to USA via Doha ?
Thanks & Regards
Hemant M Thaker
Hi Hemant! You need to take an RT-PCR test within 72 hours prior to traveling from the USA and a self-paid test on arrival at Mumbai Airport. While traveling back to the US, you need to take an RT-PCR test within 72 hours prior to traveling from Mumbai International Airport.
Hi Indian Eagle,
Thank you for such detailed responses – they are very helpful in navigating so much conflicting information.
I am traveling in 2 weeks from Los Angeles to Mumbai via Doha on Qatar airlines. Mumbai is my final destination and I am visiting for a week. I will be flying with a negative RT PCR test no more than 72 hours old. I have a few questions please:
1. Will I need to take the PCR test again upon arrival into Mumbai? If yes, would you know how long it takes to get one of these tests please? I understand that I can make a prior appointment based on my arrival time.
2. Do I need to quarantine?
3. Is Pranam services helpful in expediting any of the above please? I am flying Business class.
Thank you,
Anj
Hi Anjana! Yes, you will be required to undergo RT-PCR test upon arrival at Mumbai Airport. Normal RT-PCR result takes up to 8 hours for result while rapid RT-PCR gives result in 1-2 hours. However, if Mumbai is your final destination, you will be allowed to exit the airport and the result will be conveyed via email. You will have to undergo home quarantine for 14 days. Pranaam services might not be able to expedite your RT-PCR line as it is only about giving sample and no need to wait for result.
Hi,
I’m travelling from UK to Mumbai in 2 weeks time. My final destination is Gujarat (via Mumbai). I’ve 10 hours between my connecting flight. Will I be allowed to check in to the Airport Hotel after my RC PCR test or do I need to wait at the Airport for the result?
Hi Sheena! Yes, you can check in to the airport hotel and wait after submitting your swab sample at Mumbai Airport on arrival.
Hi
I’m a little confused with the rules for passengers coming directly from USA. As per the latest state wise regulation on AirIndia’s website updated on 14th September 2021, all passengers have to undergo 14 days mandatory home quarantine. It doesn’t say that this only applies to those select countries like in the article above. Could you please clarify if the home quarantine is mandatory for all international passengers or just the ones in the select list of countries ? If I’m travelling from USA directly, do I only need to do self-monitoring if I test negative ?
https://www.airindia.in/images/pdf/State-Wise-Quarantine-Regulation.pdf
Hi Sanjog! Travelers coming to Mumbai on a direct flight from the US will be advised to self-monitor their health upon presenting pre-arrival negative RT-PCR report and remaining asymptomatic.
Hi
Is home quarantine mandatory for passengers coming to Mumbai directly from USA with no hops in between ? The latest circular on Air India’s website for Maharashtra says all passengers have to undergo 14 day home quarantine. It doesn’t say that this only applies to those select list of countries. Could you please confirm if direct flight from US will also be subject to home quarantine ?
Hi Amit! Travelers coming to Mumbai on a direct flight from the US will be advised to self-monitor their health upon presenting pre-arrival negative RT-PCR report and remaining asymptomatic.
I am an indian citizen traveling end october for 6 days to mumbai, india from the US ( direct flight) and then plan to go back to the US . I am vaccinated . What are the short stay regulations for quarantine as i will not be staying 14 days ?
Hi Shilpa! 14-day home quarantine is mandatory for those traveling to Mumbai (whose first and final destination is Maharashtra) from or through Europe, the Middle East, China, Brazil and South Africa. Obviously, you won’t be subject to home-quarantine if you are asymptomatic and carry a negative COVID-19 report from the US as per the guidelines.
Hi Sir/Mam, I’m travelling to Mumbai from Newark, USA directly. Will I need to home quarantine ? I’m not travelling through any other country.
Thank you for your response in advance.
Hi Rahul! No, you will be advised to self-monitor your health for 14 days upon presenting pre-arrival negative RT-PCR report and remaining asymptomatic.
Hi
Thanks for your patient reply to various queries.
I am planning to visit Mumbai for short duration (7 days) in first week of october either from Abu Dhabi or Dubai. I am fully vaccinated (Pfizer).
Can you please advise if i can get exemption from quarantine due to short stay in Mumbai.
Hi Murali! You can seek exemption from home quarantine by presenting your confirmed return tickets and sharing your travel plan with the in-charge officer at Mumbai Airport on arrival. Please note that exemption is subject to approval.
hi
i am travelling from bahrain after many years, just wanted to know this aarogya setu app that we need to download how will it work in the india immigration when i dont have an indian sim. can u please guide me on once i reach india what is the procedure when i reach india. As in ill carry a hard copy of the pcr test report and self declaration form to show to the concerned authorities and then whats next.?
Hello. I am travelling to Mumbai from Dubai in October just for 3 days to take my mother with me back. She has been living alone for the past 18 months. I will be carrying one RTPCR test taken 48 hours before my flight to Mumbai and will be taking the rapid test at Mumbai airport. Will I be allowed to travel back to Dubai in 3 days?
Hi Lalitha! We’re not sure whether you will be allowed to travel back in 3 days, because 14-day home quarantine is mandatory for international arrivals in Maharashtra.
Hi I am travelling from muscat to Mumbai on 29th October and I am fully vaccinated and I am a health worker in Oman. I will be at home in Mumbai and wish to travel to US on 6th November with confirmed ticket to meet my son. Will I be allowed to travel as I won’t be completing the mandatory 14 day home quarantine? Please let me know.
Thank you
Hi Amrita! We are not able to say anything certainly regarding this. As per the new guidelines, 14-day home quarantine is mandatory in Mumbai and the rest of Maharashtra. You can call the helpline of Mumbai Airport – https://csmia.adaniairports.com/contact-us.aspx
hi
my wife is traveling from the USA to India and transit in Dubai
travel date 11/17/2021
so do she has to take a covid test in Mumbai?
if she has took the covid test day before traveling
thank you
Hi Vinay! Despite taking an RT-PCR test within 72 hours prior to traveling from the US, she will need to take a self-paid RT-PCR test on arrival at Mumbai Airport, as per the current guidelines. The rules may be relaxed in November. We will update the article accordingly.
Hello there. Hope you’re doing well.
We will be travelling to India from UK in the month of October. Would we need to mandatorily quarantine in home for 14 days even if the RTPCR test comes negative or can we get an exemption on same? We have a doctor’s appointment that’s clashing with 14 days quarantine period and its in a different state, hence if you could advice on the quarantine requirements if the PCR test is ‘Negative’. Thanks
Hi Prashasti! According to the new guidelines, 14-day home quarantine is mandatory in Mumbai and the rest of Maharashtra. You can request exemption from home-quarantine by sharing your travel purpose and justifying it with valid documents with the officers deployed at Mumbai Airport. You can call the helpline of Mumbai Airport – https://csmia.adaniairports.com/contact-us.aspx.
Hi
I am traveling to Mumbai from Ho Chi Minh city Vietnam via Doha, Qatar on 10th Oct at 8.45 pm. I want to stay on 10th Oct at my brother’s house in Thane, Maharashtra, and then will travel to Patna on 11th Oct with Indigo flight at 3.30 from Mumbai Airport.
Will I be allowed to do that?
Or should I not go outside of Mumbai Airport and board the flight to Patna directly on the 10th or 11th of Oct?
Please advise.
Hi Ramesh! 14-day home quarantine is mandatory if those traveling from or via the Middle East stay in Mumbai or any other part of Maharashtra. We are not sure whether you will be allowed to stay on the day of arrival in Mumbai before your travel to the final destination. You can share your domestic travel plans with the officers deployed at Mumbai Airport and request them for one-day stay in Mumbai.
Hi my husband will be traveling from Toronto to Mumbai via Abudhabi, he will be staying in mumbai less than 7days and we will travel to another state with RTPCR. Will he be allowed to board the domestic flight after 4 days?
Hi Nupoor! We are not sure whether your husband will be able to continue domestic travel in 4 days of arrival in Mumbai, because 14-dy home quarantine in Mumbai is mandatory for those traveling from or through the Middle East.
I am travelling from Muscat to Nagpur via Mumbai on 20th Oct 2021. Do i need to go for RT PCR test @ Mumbai airport?
Hi Anand! All travelers from the Middle East, Europe, Brazil, South Africa and China need to take a self-paid RT-PCR test on arrival at Mumbai Airport.
Hi,
I am planning to come to India from the UK for less than 14 days. My trip will start in Mumbai from 2-8th November and 8-12 in Hyderabad and I’ll be flying back to london from Hyderabad. Does this fit into the less than 7 day quarantine exemption for Mumbai and will I be able to board the flight to Hyderabad to then return from there?
Hi,
Could you please confirm the cost of the RT PCR test in Mumbai . I understand there are different prices for the rapid antigen and the regular .Thank you
Hi Alison! A regular RT-PCR test costs Rs. 600 per person at Mumbai Airport. In our knowledge, you need to take a regular RT-PCR test on arrival at Mumbai airport.
Hello Eagles
I read the entire article, and many post related to this New Guidelines for BOMBAY Airport.
I have slightly different question, which no one has brought up in these blog.
Here is my situation. I plan to fly LAX-BOM with connecting flight at AMS (just as a transit passenger). I will have completed all the Air Suvidha paperwork requirements along with Negative RT-PCR report. Up on arrival at BOM, I would like to EXIT the airport and take a TRAIN to my final destination in Southern India.
What all the requirements I must meet to exit the BOM Airport and proceed to the railway station?
Hi Jason! You will have to take a self-paid RT-PCR test and fill out a form on arrival at Mumbai Airport.
Thanks for the reply. I am still not sure if I understood your reply. After I take a self-paid RT-PCR test upon arrival in BOM. What happens next?
1. Do I have to wait at the airport until I RECEIVE the results of RT-PCR test or I am allowed to EXIT the airport right away after taking the RT-PCR test and go to the Railways Station.
Hi Jason! If you are asymptomatic, you will be able to exit the airport without waiting for the test result.
Hello – I am traveling from USA to Kolkata . I have two stops – UK, Mumbai ( US->UK->Mumbai–>Kolkata). I am fully vaccinated and I plan to upload my result in Air Suvida before flying. I have a few questions –
1. I believe I still would have to take the PCR test in Mumbai airport? I have a 5 hrs. layover, will they expedite the result, so I can take my domestic flight to Kolkata? Any changes with the latest update on the UK travel policy?
2. In Kolkata do I have to quarantine at home?
3. While returning back to USA, since I am transiting thru UK, will I need to do anything special, other than taking a PCR test?
Hi Deb! In our knowledge, you will be able to continue for the connecting flight after giving your swab sample for a self-paid RT-PCR test at Mumbai Airport. You may be needed to undergo home-quarantine for 7 days in your final destination. As of now, there is no other mandate than a negative COVID-PCR report for your return travel. Wish you Shubho Jatra!
I am fully vaccinated and am planning a trip to India from the US. I plan to reach Bengaluru via Doha. After 8 days, I plan on traveling to Mumbai on a domestic flight, stay for 4 days and head back to the US from there. The trip duration is 13 days. Apart from the RT-PCR testing requirements which I shall meet, is this plan feasible? Will I be impacted by quarantine requirements in Karnataka or Maharashtra?
Thanks in advance.
Hi RK! There is no home/self-quarantine in Karnataka if you are asymptomatic. You can travel to Mumbai after 8 days of arrival and travel back to the US from Mumbai without any quarantine in Maharashtra.
Thanks for answering my queries. I appreciate it.
Hello,
I am travelling from Toronto to Mumbai via Abu Dhabi.
I understand the 14 day home quarantine day rule in place.
I have a flight to Colombo in 2 days after I land in Mumbai.
Will I be allowed to leave India despite the 14 days home quarantine rule?
Hi Rajiv! It might be possible. You need to share details of your onward travel and show the confirmed ticket of your onward international flight to the officers deployed at Mumbai Airport.
Hi,
I am arriving in India Dec 20 from the US but via UK and have a return ticket Jan 1 which is 13 days later. How does this affect my return with the 14 day mandatory quarantine in place? I need a negative Covid test anyway, so will i be allowed to leave? Thank you
Hi Parul! If Maharashtra is your destination, you will have to undergo home-quarantine for 14 days according to the current guidelines. Hope the rules will be revised and relaxed by the time you travel to Mumbai.
Hi thank you for your reply. Gujarat is my final destination not Maharashtra. Would that make a difference? Can i still leave prior to 14 days? Also is it mandatory 14 day quarantine in the final destination? Thank you
Hi Parul! Maharashtra’s 14-day home quarantine does not apply in Gujarat.
Hello,
If I am traveling from USA to Mumbai via Istanbul. Do I need to give RT-PCR test at Mumbai airport. I wish they had clearly listed the countries than the region (like Europe, Middle East etc)
Hi Raj! Yes, you need to take a self-paid RT-PCR test at Mumbai Airport.
I am traveling from USA to BARODA. My ticket is JFK TO DXB TO BOM and then I have connecting flight to BDQ in 5 hours after landing in Mumbai. Will I be allowed to take My connecting flight to baroda? Do I have to quarantine at baroda?
Hi Dshah! After giving your swab sample for a self-paid RT-PCR test at Mumbai Airport, you will be able to take the connecting flight to Baroda. Most probably, you will be advised self-monitoring of health for 7 days.
Dear Indianeagle,
So far from what I have been reading, I understand the entry requirements / procedure into Mumbai as under:
– Show negative PCR test from origin of travel, in my case Switzerland
– book a PCR test to be taken on arrival at Mumbai airport (after the test I can leave the airport and do self quarantine in Mumbai. Where can I book this test in advance? It seems that the Air Suvidha App is only for Delhi Airport, is that correct or perhaps I didn’t get that clearly.
Is this all or did I miss something.
Thank you very much for all your advice and help in this matter.
Kind regards
David
Hi David! Air Suvidha app is for every international passenger traveling to any part of India. As per India’s entry guidelines, you need to upload your negative COVID-19 report and submit a self-declaration form through Air Suvidha, which is just an extension of Delhi Airport’s website. You can read about Air Suvidha in detail here https://www.indianeagle.com/travelbeats/air-india-vbm-air-bubble-flights-2020/. You can log on to http://www.suburbandiagnostics.com and register for the test to be taken at Mumbai Airport.
Hi , I am planning to travel to Mumbai in December from Vancouver via France, I am vaccinated, what are the requirements, regarding PCR tests, I will be staying at my parents house for a month in Mumbai.
Hi Homi! You need to take an RT-PCR test before traveling from Vancouver and on arrival at Mumbai Airport. Due to the transit in Europe, you will be subject to self/home-quarantine for 14 days in Mumbai.
Thanks a lot,another question,I have a valid 10 year tourist visa ,valid till 2027,I had travelled once in 2019…is this still valid for travel in January 2022,Thanks again.
Hi Hormaz! Please go through https://www.indianeagle.com/travelbeats/india-tourist-visa-resumption/. As per the new guidelines, the existing tourist visas will not be reinstated or revalidated for entry to India.
Hi IndianEagle, firstly I would like to appreciate your effort in replying to every query, thank you for helping us who have been living abroad.
My partner & I are travelling to India from London (Port of Entry & Exist: Mumbai) for my medical treatment. We have booked our flight on 3rd November and Arrive on 4th November 2021- we have the Medical Visa with us as my partner is a British Citizen and both of us aren’t vaccinated. I understand we have to book the On Arrival RT-PCR and upload the Negative RT-PCR 72 hours before with Self Declaration form on Air Suvidha. What if there is a possibility that the same RT PCR could be used from UK as it would be within 72 hours? And a negative one. Being it that Mumbai Airport is asking you to test before 72 hours, makes no sense. Cause there would be no changes to the results, if that makes sense.
Do we need to wait for 8hours at the airport if we test Negative? What testing rules apply for Home Quarantine?
Hi Piku! On testing negative at Mumbai Airport, you will be allowed to exit the airport. UK citizens are required to take an RT-PC test on arrival and on day 8 of their home/self-quarantine in India.
Cause of we have tested negative in UK, I doubt the test would change in like a 10houf flight. What happens if we test Negative on day 8? Where are we to upload results
Hi Piku! If you are vaccinated with any of the WHO-approved vaccines, you may not undergo a test on arrival according to India’s revised guidelines that will take effect on October 25, 2021. Please go through the revised guidelines https://www.indianeagle.com/travelbeats/india-revised-guidelines-for-international-arrivals/
I am travelling from Bahrain to Goa
Since there is no direct flight I took option of Bahrain to Mumbai from Mumbai domestic to Goa.
Please help is quarantine required in Mumbai or I need to take any test or wait for the test?
HI Ajith! You will have to take a self-paid RT-PCR test on arrival at Mumbai Airport before taking the connecting flight to Goa.
Dear Sir/Madam,
I’ll be traveling from USA to Mumbai next week transit via Amsterdam!
I understand that I’ll have to give RT-PCR upon arrival and then self quarantine for 14 days.
My final destination is Pune. I’ll exiting Mumbai airport and go to Pune via car.
Do I have to wait till RT-PCR reports at Mumbai airport or I can exit immediately and
reports will be sent via email?
Also my stay in Pune is exactly 14 days, on 14th day I’ll be traveling back to USA , in that case I’ll be again traveling back to Mumbai (from Pune) via car. Is that allowed? (Traveling from Pune to Mumbai on 14th day of quarantine)
Please advise!
Hi Poonam! You will be able to exit the airport after giving your swab sample for the test. Be advised to share your return travel date and plans with the officers deployed at Mumbai Airport, so that you’re allowed to travel back from Pune to Mumbai on the 14th day of home-quarantine.
I am an Indian citizen.
I will be traveling from Mumbai to Delhi (to take an international flight).
Then, I will fly Delhi – JFK.
If I take a Covid test in Mumbai, will I be required to take a Covid test in Delhi?
My layover is in Delhi will only be for 3 hours.
Thank you
Hi Aparna! Does your itinerary from Mumbai to JFK have a single PNR? If yes, you should take an RT-PCR test within 72 hours prior to boarding your flight in Mumbai. If you have a separate PNR for the international flight from Delhi to JFK, you need to take an RT-PCR test within 72 hours prior to boarding your international flight at Delhi IGI Airport. You can take a COVID test in Mumbai.
I need to Travel IXE from BAH. my Single PNR journey is form BAH to Bangalore. I take PCR test (Bah) 72 hours before journey and should take PCR test in Bangalore airport on arrival, I should wait for until result comes or I can board another domestic flight to Mangalore. Note domestic flight is different PNR
Hi Rakesh! As per the current guidelines, you will have to take a self-paid RT-PCR test at BLR Airport. You will be able to proceed for the connecting flight without waiting for the test result.
I am Indian citizen, fully vaccinated, I will be travelling San Francisco to Mumbai via Delhi (Air India, single PNR) on 20th October. Do I have to undergo home-quarantine for 14 days or self monitoring for 14 days? I am confused because of the Maharashtra guideline issued on 3rd September say “All passenger need to home -quarantine for 14 days” Is that rule apply only for passenger coming from specified country? I will fly direct USA to Delhi then connecting to Mumbai.
Hi KD! Mumbai’s home-quarantine rule may not apply to travelers flying on a direct/nonstop flight from the US to India.
I plan to fly Los Angeles-BOM on KLM with connecting flight in Amsterdam AMS (just as a transit passenger). I am fully vaccinated in USA. Up on arrival at BOM, I plan to take train to Surat.
What all the requirements I must meet before I am allowed to exit the BOM Airport and proceed to the railway station?
According to your article, The new rule for Mumbai says I must take self-paid RT-PCR and WAIT for the results (up to 8 hours) before leaving the airport. In an earlier response you mentioned that if the passenger is asymptomatic, then they are allowed to exit the airport BEFORE the RT-PCR results are in.
Can you please clarify – do I have to WAIT for my RT-PCR test results or an asymptomatic passenger is allowed to exit the airport without waiting for the test result.as soon as I take the test, I can exit the airport? How does the BOM airport determine that the passenger is asymptomatic??
Hi Karen! All passengers from abroad undergo temperature check and pulse oximeter screening, which helps determine whether a passenger is asymptomatic or symptomatic. You will be allowed to exit the airport without waiting for the test result.
Thank for the reply.
After my temperature, oximeter and RT-PCR are completed – What do I need to show the Bombay Airport Authority so I can be allowed to exit the airport and proceed to the Bombay Central Railway station for my train to SURAT?
Does my confirmed train ticket for onward travel from Mumbai to Surat on Indian Railway sufficient?
Hi,
My husband and I are travelling from Germany to India (Transiting through London) in November. We want to stay in Mumbai for 3 days and travel to Maldives for 5 days. Can we do that if our PCR test is negative?
What are the quarantine rules in this case?
P.S. After coming back from Maldives, we would travel to our home towns and do home quarantine there.
Hi Priyanka! You will have to take a self-paid RT-PCR test on arrival at Mumbai Airport because of your travel origin in Europe and transit in London if the current rules remain in effect through the day you will arrive in Mumbai. Usually, travelers from Europe are subject to mandatory 14-day home quarantine in Mumbai. Be advised to share your onward travel plans and show the confirmed tickets to the officers at Mumbai Airport, in order to be allowed for a 3-day stopover without quarantine in Mumbai.
I’m travelling from Canada to Coimbatore transiting via Heathrow and Mumbai.
Once I am in Mumbai, I will have to take a domestic flight to Coimbatore. Would I be allowed to reach Coimbatore and then quarantine? Are there any expectations at the Mumbai airport now that I must account for?
Thanks in advance!
Hi Irene! On arrival at Mumbai Airport, you will have to take a self-paid RT-PCR test. Without waiting for the test result, you will be able to proceed for the connecting flight.
Hi, I am an Indian Citizen but a resident of Netherlands. I will be traveling from Europe to Mumbai for some work for 5 days and then returning back to Europe. How can I avoid the Home Quarantine in Mumbai for those 4-5 days? Also Do I need a test at the AirPort if i upload my test the day of the travel. I am fully vaccinated too
Hi Raj! Despite being fully-vaccinated and having a negative COVID-19 report issued in the Netherlands, you will have to take a self-paid RT-PCR test on arrival at Mumbai Airport. According to the current guidelines, 14-day home quarantine is mandatory for travelers from Europe and the Middle East.
Hi there
I am traveling from the US to Mumbai tomorrow 10/10 and have a connecting flight within 5 hours of landing in Mumbai to Chennai on 10/12. I am transiting through Amsterdam. I am fully vaccinated, have uploaded the RT-PCR test results on to Air Suvidha. What is the process I’ll need to go through at Mumbai airport to make my connection on time ? Will I need to submit for another test and wait for its results before I’ll be released for onward travels.
Many thanks
YK.
Hi YK! You will have to take a self-paid RT-PCR test at Mumbai Airport, but you won’t have to wait for the test result.
Hello, My parents are travelling from Houston to Goa (Houston -Doha-Mumbai -Goa). They are fully vaccinated. They will do the RT-PCR test before departure in Houston and also submit the self declaration form. At the mumbai airport do they need to do the rt-pcr test again before taking their flight to goa ?
Hi Dattaraj! They will have to take a self-paid RT-PCR test at Mumbai Airport. Without waiting for the test result, they can proceed for the connecting flight to Goa.
I am travelling from Abudhabi to Mumbai on 25th October-2021 ( Etihad Airways) and will arrive on Mumbai airport @01:45 am on 26th October. I have a connecting Domestic Indigo flight to Gujarat @ 07:40 am from Mumbai.
I am fully vaccinated with 2 dose ( Dec-2020) .Will I be allowed to check in Domestic flight ? Or I need to wait till the arrival PCR test result received.?
Please advise me.
Hi Manoj! You will be able to proceed for the connecting domestic flight without waiting for the test result at Mumbai Airport.
Thanks for clarification.
Hello,
I am traveling from Japan to India ,I have negative pcr test report but it’s in Japanese. Is it ok ? Do I need doctor’s certificate too or test report is sufficient.Do I need to take another pcr test again at Mumbai airport if I already have negative pcr test report. Thank you very much for help!
Hi Nadkar! We are not sure whether India accepts RT-PCR test reports in Japanese. Please be advised to call the helpline number of Delhi IGI Airport. Most probably, travelers from Japan don’t have to take a COVID-19 test on arrival in India.
Mr. Nadkar,
No one cares about these reports, nowadays they just focus on Rs.600?- collection. So don’t worry about the results whether it is in Japanese, Arabic, Heebaru, or Marathi.
Only Vasulee is important…
Hi,I have a valid 10 year tourist visa issued in 2017,I travelled once in 2019 and am planning to travel to Mumbai from Vancouver,Canada in January 2022,is this visa still valid for travel.
I will be travelling via Paris,
Thanks a lot for all your answers.
Hi,
I had some queries regarding me travelling alone. I’m 18 and I’ll be flying alone from Dubai to Mumbai. I wanted to know how many PCR tests would I have to do and also are there any forms that I would have to fill once I land in Mumbai?
Regards,
Niharika
Hi Niharika! You need to take an RT-PCR test within 72 hours prior to traveling from Dubai and a self-paid RT-PCR test on arrival at Mumbai Airport. Before traveling, you should fill out a self-declaration form on Air Suvidha and upload the negative COVID report. On arrival, you will be given an undertaking form to fill in.
Hi There,
I am travelling to Mumbai, India on Nov 3rd from New York. Since I am flying Qatar airways I have a layover in Doha.
I will be in Mumbai for a total of 28 days. I am fully vaccinated with both doses of Pfizer. It sounds like since I am transiting through the UAE I will have to take a RT-PCR test on arrival at the airport in Mumbai, do I have to wait for the results before I can exit the airport?
Also, do I need to take a test 72hours prior to travel and upload it on the airsuvidha site if I am going to be taking an RT-PCR test on arrival anyway?
Please advice. Thank You in advance.
Hi Manasvi! You can exit the airport after your swab sample is collected. As part of the entry guidelines, you have to take an RT-PCR within 72 hours prior to undertaking the journey from the US.
Up on landing on a flight from Amsterdam to Mumbai, I will be taking my self-paid RT-PCR, my temperature check, oximeter and RT-PCR are completed – What do I need to show the Bombay Airport Authority so I can be allowed to exit the airport and proceed to the Mumbai Railway Station for my train to Ahmedabad?
I have booked a confirmed train ticket from BOMBAY CENTRAL to Ahmedabad, my confirmed train ticket for onward travel from Mumbai to Ahmedabad on Indian Railway is enough for officers deployed at Mumbai Airport for allowing me to exit the airport?
Hi Max! Make sure to show Mumbai Airport’s officers your train ticket for domestic travel to the final destination.
Hello,
Greetings !!!
I am travelling with my family (wife and 6 years old kid) on 21-Oct-2021 from Bahrain to Mumbai.
I will be taking RT-PCR test within 72 hours of travel; Do I need to upload the reports on AirSuvidha portal prior to boarding the flight OR I just need to carry the reports with me ?
Also can I book online in advance for the RT-PCR test to be done on arrival at the Mumbai airport ?
Do I have to wait for the test results OR I can exit the airport and proceed with my further journey via road to native at Ahmednagar ?
Thanks in advance.
Hi Sunil! It is mandatory to upload the report and fill out a self-declaration form on Air Suvidha within 72 hours prior to traveling from Bahrain. Make sure to carry the original report as well. You can pre-book tests to be taken at Mumbai Airport in advance. Please find the URL of the test-booking portal in the second last paragraph of the article. After the swab sample is collected, you will be able to exit the airport.
I am traveling from New York to Mumbai and Mumbai airport to Pune. Is there any quarantine requirement?
Hi Jaya! Most probably, you will be advised to undergo 14-day home-quarantine at your final destination.
Hi
Q1. I will be travelling (Nov 23) to Mumbai from Toronto, Transit in DOHA
Will be carrying a 72 hr RT-PCR test report, Double vaccinated
Destination is Mumbai (for 7 days), then travel to UP.
So in this situation, will I be able to travel to UP if I get a RT-PCR test done with negative result.
Also do I have to quarantine in Mumbai?
Q2. My brother will be travelling via the same route but a week after, his final destination is UP via connecting flight.
Does he need to wait for RT-PCR test result at the Mumbai airport before boarding flight to Varanasi ?
Hi SKhan! If your brother is asymptomatic, he will be able to proceed for the connecting flight without waiting for the test result. Certain nuances are involved in your case of arrival in Mumbai. As you will be staying for 7 days in Mumbai, so Mumbai is your first destination. As per the rules, international travelers are subject to 14-day home/self quarantine in Mumbai and the rest of Maharashtra. It might be relaxed or reduced to 7 days for you if you share your domestic travel plan and show your confirmed travel ticket for UP to the officers at Mumbai Airport.
Hello, I will be flying from Netherlands to India. Routes: Amsterdam – London – Mumbai – Kolkata.
Kolkata is my final destination via Mumbai. I am fully vaccinated with the Pfizer BioNTech vaccine and have proof of vaccination with the EU Digital Covid Certificate. My transit time in Mumbai is 6 hours. Will I need to get a PCR test?
Thanks so much in advance!
Hi Jinu! Due to your transit in Europe, you will have to take a self-paid RT-PCR test at Mumbai Airport.
Hi,
I will be traveling to Kolkata having 4 days stop over in Mumbai from Canada.
My travel itinerary is (during 2nd week of Nov, 2021) Calgary-Amsterdam-Mumbai (in one PNR), Mumbai to Kolkata after 4 days (another PNR).
I understand since I will be transiting through Amsterdam and reaching Mumbai first, I will have to do RT-PCR at Mumbai Airport and then Home quarantine for 14 days.
a) In my case since my stay in Mumbai is only 4 days, will I be allowed to take domestic flight to Kolkata?
b) Do I have to do another RT-PCR before flying to Kolkata?
Hi Indianeagle team, appreciate your response on my query posted on 15Oct.
Hello. The self-paid RT-PCR test takes up to 8 hours to provide the result. I am travelling from Frankfurt to Mumbai and then travel onward to Nagpur. My transit time in Mumbai is 4 hours. Is there an exemption? Can I opt for some other test where I can get the results much faster?
Hi Susmita! If you’re asymptomatic, you will be allowed to proceed for the connecting flight without waiting for the test result.
Is there any details or proof? Because I am reading everywhere that I am allowed to proceed only if the result is negative.
Hi Susmita! We provide information right from Mumbai Airport’s communication channels. Please be advised to visit the Twitter page of Mumbai International Airport where you will find the correct information.
Hi, I am traveling to the Maldives via the USA, the UK and Mumbai. Fully vaccinated US Citizen with Moderna vaccine. Will I require PCR test upon departure time from the USA or UK? Will PCR test be required on arrival in Mumbai before international transit to the Maldives (same day)?
Hi Joshua! As per India’s entry guidelines, you need to take an RT-PCR test within 72 hours prior to traveling from the US and a self-paid RT-PCR test on arrival at Mumbai Airport due to transit in the UK.
I am Malaysian citizen fully vaccinated planning to visit Mumbai from Malaysia, to get surgical treatment. is there any way i can be exempted from any quarantine and go directly to the hospital upon arrival in mumbai airport?
Hi Syahril! There is no institutional quarantine in Mumbai for international arrivals carrying a negative RT-PCR test report. But 14-day home quarantine is mandatory. Please be advised to share your purpose of travel and show valid documents to the officers deployed at Mumbai Airport so that home quarantine can be relaxed for you.
Hello
Can you please let me know if the following is true, especially the QR code part:
“It is mandatory to carry a negative RT-PCR test report with QR code for international travel ex India effective 22nd May 2021 ”
Is the “QR code” absolute must on the test report? I have had covid test done here in the US before and they don’t always have a QR code. Anyone else who has traveled to India/ Mumbai, can you pl share your experience.
Thanks
Hi Shail! You must have a negative COVID-19 report with a QR code while traveling from India. QR code is not mandatory for traveling from the US to India.
Hello Sir,
I am travelling to Mumbai on November 15, from Los Angeles to Mumbai (Via Doha). I am planning to stay 1 day in the airport transit hotel, then travelling to Kerala. My total journey is for 12 days.
I am fully vaccinated, and wanted to check whether I will have any problem travelling back from Kerala on 10 days of my arrival?
HI Rajeev! If the result of the test you will take on arrival at Mumbai Airport is negative, you will be advised self-monitoring of health for 14 days, which is unlike home-quarantine. In our knowledge, you will be able to travel back in 10 days of your arrival.
Hi Indianeagle!!
First of all thank you very much for above mentioned Information. Great during this confusing time for travel due to COVID-19 travel restriction and qurantine rules.
I have query like others. It would be veryhelpful if you can clarify my doubts.
Me and my wife, both fully vaccinated, will be traveling to Mumbai from Frankfurt with a layover in Dubai for 3 Hrs am 26.10.2021. We will be carrying all the necessary certificates along with PCR Test reports. I will be going from Airport to Pune and my Wife will be staying in Mjmbai. What are the current quaratine rules in Mumbai and Pune, if we fully vaccinated and all the PCR Tests are negative(also the test upon arrival at Mumbai Airport) ?
As we are coming to India only for 2 and half weeks. This Information can help us alot to plan better.
Thanking you in anticipation.
Waiting for your reply.
Greetings.
Hi Shantanu! Due to transit in Europe, you and your wife will be subject to home-quarantine for 14 days in Maharashtra.
Hello,
I am travelling to Mumbai from Canada via London (UK) and arriving on Oct 24th in Mumbai. I intend to take a flight to Goa on Oct 30th and I already have my flight tickets booked. Would this be an issue as this is within the 14 day quarantine. I have to go to Goa for my sisters wedding.
Hi Joel! We have little idea whether you will be allowed to make domestic travel before completion of 14-day home quarantine on arrival in Mumbai. Please be advised to call the helpline of Mumbai Airport. You can share your domestic travel plan with the officers deployed at Mumbai Airport.
Hi Indianeagle!!
First of all thank you very much for above mentioned Information. Great during this confusing time for travel due to COVID-19 travel restriction and qurantine rules.
I have query like others. It would be veryhelpful if you can clarify my doubts.
Me and my wife, both fully vaccinated, will be traveling to Mumbai from Frankfurt with a layover in Dubai for 3 Hrs am 26.10.2021. We will be carrying all the necessary certificates along with PCR Test reports. I will be going from Airport to Pune and my Wife will be staying in Mjmbai. What are the current quaratine rules in Mumbai and Pune, if we fully vaccinated and all the PCR Tests are negative(also the test upon arrival at Mumbai Airport) ?
As we are coming to India only for 2 and half weeks. This Information can help us alot to plan better.
Thanking you in anticipation.
Waiting for your reply.
Greetings.
Hi Shantanu! Since Maharashtra is the final destination for both of you, you and your wife will have to undergo home-quarantine for 14 days in spite of having negative COVID-19 reports.
Hello, What are quarantine rules in Mumbai for US to Mumbai travel for
1) US direct to Mumbai
2) US to Amsterdam/ Paris to Mumbai.
Hi Anand! As of now, travelers are subject to 14-day home quarantine in Maharashtra. If you are scheduled to arrive in India on or after October 25, India’s revised guidelines will apply. Please go through https://www.indianeagle.com/travelbeats/india-revised-guidelines-for-international-arrivals/
Hi IndianEagle Team,
I am travelling from Dubai to Mumbai then to Aurangabad (Within Maharashtra) by road. I and my wife will be carrying RT-PCR report before arrival. However, I have 2 kids – 3 yrs and 9 yrs old. Do they also require a negative RT-PCR test result on arrival and what is the procedure of arrival and departure please at Mumbai airport?
Thanks & Regards,
Syed Zoeb Quadri
Hi Syed! As per the present entry guidelines, even infants on lap must have a negative RT-PCR test report prior to boarding the flight in Dubai. On arrival, the 9-year-old will undergo a self-paid RT-PCR test, but the 3-year-old may be given exemption.
I will be travelling from Dallas (DFW) to London Heathrow – 4 hour transit time to Mumbai – 3 hour transit time to final destination to Rajkot. I am fully vaccinated with Moderna vaccine. I will take my RT PCR test 48 hours before boarding Dallas airport. Will I be allowed to to proceed to my domestic flight after landing and clearing customs and Immigration? I have domestic flight booked but it is not on same PNR.
Hi Rohit! You will be able to proceed for the domestic flight.
Hi IndianEagle,
Pleased with yr services, informative website and query option.
I will be travelling from Sydney on Nov 05 from Sydney via Singapore and transit in Colombo for 6 hours before taking flight to Mumbai on Nov 06 morning, arriving Mumbai at 09.55 h.
Then I have connecting flight to Vadodara (Gujarat) on Nov 06 at 17.00 h.
The information on Mumbai Airport website is a bit confusing.
I am fully vaccinated and will carry RT-PCR test from Sydney.
Do I have to take RT-PCR test again at Mumbai Airport?
Can I exit the international airport and proceed to domestic airport?
Appreciate yr advise.
Regards, Rav
Hi Ravinder! Only those traveling from or arriving through the UK, Europe, the Middle East, China, Brazil, South Africa, Botswana, Mauritius, Bangladesh, Zimbabwe and New Zealand have to take a self-paid RT-PCR test on arrival. As your itinerary does not include transit in any of these countries, you don’t have to take a test at Mumbai Airport as per the rules.
Thanks mate.
Hello, I booked a flight on IndianEagle which is from US to Bangalore with stopover in Mumbai and Dubai. It is an Emirates flight with Mumbai to Bangalore operated by Vistara. So, when I arrive at Mumbai do I have to take a RTPCR test? or is it in Bangalore? Also, will I be doing immigration and customers in Mumbai or will it be in BLR? What about the bags? Thank you!
Hi RoboRavi! You will take a self-paid RT-PCR test on arrival at Mumbai Airport where you undergo immigration clearance.
Hi Indianeagle Team!
Appreciate you responding to so many queries from all of us confused travellers.
As there is no update on the Mumbai airport website after the 20th Oct announcement, I am also, among others, confused with respect to latest rules for travellers arriving from UK in Maharashtra.
I will arrive in Mumbai from the UK in the 1st week of November with an infant and my wife.
May I know what quarantine rules apply to us?
Hi Vish! Today we contacted Mumbai Airport authorities. They are awaiting a directive on the same from the Maharashtra state government. Don’t worry. Your travel is still a few days away. If Mumbai Airport follows the revised guidelines which took effect today, we will update the article.
Hello Team,
I will be arriving Mumbai on 12 Nov with a 10 year old for 6 days only. I will be booking a PCR test from UK and getting the results. Will my child who is unvaccinated have to quarantine if negative yet?
Hi Manali! If you Mumbai or Maharashtra is your final destination, you are subject to 14-day home quarantine from the day of arrival. You will have to take a self-paid RT-PCR test on arrival, but the 10-year-old may be exempted. Please note your child does also need to take an RT-PCR test prior to traveling from the UK.
Hello,
I will be travelling to Mumbai, India and landing in Mumbai on Nov 7th 2021 via Dubai. I am travelling with my 3-year-old daughter.
I am an Indian and my daughter has an emergency visa with a USA nationality. We were positive with covid 2 months ago in august and as per USA norms, we are not allowed to retest for 3 months. However, we have a doctor’s report saying we are safe to travel and non-infectious. Do we still need to get a negative PCR test when we arrive in Dubai or in Mumbai and also when we leave from the USA?
Hi Janhavi! As per India’s guidelines for international travelers flying in, both you and your kid have to take an RT-PCR test within 72 hours prior to traveling from the US. It is mandatory. Due to your transit in Dubai, only you will have to take a self-paid RT-PCR test on arrival at Mumbai Airport.
Hi,
I am travelling from London to Mumbai next week, am double vaccinated and will also be carrying the RT-PCR report. I have booked an onward travel Coimbatore separately, my international and domestic itenary are different and there’s a 5 hour gap at Mumbai before the flight to Coimbatore. Would I be subjected to do a RT-PCR test on arrival in Mumbai and need to await a negative result before taking the next flight to Coimbatore, if so can I leave the Mumbai airport as per their guidelines providing an undertaking that I will be doing 14 day home quarantine and come back in to take the domestic flight separately to avoid the RT-PCR test in Mumbai. I need to be in Coimbatore to attend the wedding that day and do not have the time to await the test results.
Please advise.
Regards,
Shekar
Hi, I am flying from Miami to Mumbai via London. Once in Mumbai I plan on visiting Pune for 3 days before flying to Vadodara for the rest of my stay.
I will upload my RT-PCR negative test as well as vaccination record prior to my travel.
My visit to India is for one week only. Does the 14 day home quarantine apply to me?
Hi Devki! As per the revised guidelines, Maharashtra’s home-quarantine policy does not apply to asymptomatic travelers from the US.
Hello. I’m flying from Houston to Mumbai via Dubai end of next week. Have the guidelines in the Maharashtra changed so that if I’m vaccinated, negative by RT-PCR and asymptomatic, I don’t need to home quarantine for 2 weeks anymore? Thank you in advance for your response.
Hi Harshal! Maharashtra is following the Indian government’s revised guidelines that took effect on OCT 25. Instead of home quarantine, you will be recommended self-monitoring of health. No test on arrival.
Hi Dear,
I am coming from Qatar to Mumbai on 21st of Nov 21. I am fully vaccinated. Do I need to take RT-PCR test ?
Hi Prashant! In our knowledge, asymptomatic travelers from Qatar don’t need to take a COVID-19 on arrival at Mumbai Airport. But you must take an RT-PCR test within 72 hours prior to your travel from Qatar.
Truly appreciate your reporting and quick responses during this difficult time. You guys are doing a fabulous job..
My question is regarding RT-PCR of an infant. I am traveling with a 6 weeks (1.5 months) old infant from New York (USA) to Mumbai direct without any stopovers in any other country. I am double vaccinated and will also have my RT-PCR prior to boarding my flight. Does my infant also need a -ve RT-PCR prior to boarding or can infants be exempted from RT-PCR test prior to boarding?
Also will and my child need to take an RT-PCR test on arrival at Mumbai?
Thanks..
Hi Aman! Unfortunately, even infants on lap are not exempted from taking an RT-PCR test prior to departure.
Hello! I’m traveling Dec 9th from Newark(Ewr) to Mumbai direct on United reaching 10th 8pm. I’m staying at the airport transit hotel Nirantha. My flight out to Mangalore is in the morning 9:30am. Is my PCR test done in USA can be used to board Mangalore flight or do I need to take a new test once arriving to Mumbai? Will I get it o time to board the flight? Please advise!
Hi Rashmi! In our knowledge, you don’t need to take any COVID test at Mumbai Airport for your onward flight to Mangalore as you won’t exit the airport. In case the health officers deployed at Mumbai Airport require you to take a test, the layover from 8 pm till 9 am in the next morning is more than enough for you to get tested and receive the result. So, no worries.
Hi ,
Me and my family travelling from London UK to Mumbai on 30th of Nov 2021. I’m fully vaccinated and I will also be carrying negative RT-PCR report. I live in Indore Madhya Pradesh, so I’m planning to go straight to home quarantine for 14 days. I wanted to know whether I have to take RT-PCR test on arrival and wait for the negative result Or I can directly go home after given sample . and what will be approx time I need to wait. because I need to book connectivity transport accordingly.
Hi Ram! As per the revised guidelines, fully-vaccinated travelers from the UK are exempted from additional testing and quarantine on arrival in India. In case you are required to take a test at Mumbai Airport, you won’t have to wait for the test result. You can proceed for onward travel after the sample is collected.
Hello,
I am planning on traveling from Atlanta to Mumbai via Paris on Air France. We are fully vaccinated with two doses of Moderna Vaccine and I am Indian Citizen with US Green Card and another passenger is US Citizen with OCI.
We will have RT-PCR taken within 72 hours before departure from USA.
We will be staying in Mumbai for first 3 days upon arrival and then driving to Gujarat.
My questions:
1. Do we have to do any HOME QUARANTINE in India?
2. Do we have to do any COVID-19 testing at Mumbai Airport upon arrival?
3. Does India accept CDC Vaccination card?
Thank You
Hi Shree! Make sure to upload your vaccination certificate, along with a negative RT-PCR test report on Air Suvidha. As both the US and Paris are on India’s list of Category A countries, fully-vaccinated travelers are exempted from additional testing and home quarantine in India.
Hi,
I will be traveling from Amsterdam to Mumbai, I am fully vaccinated and I will also carry the negative RT-PCR report .
I wanted to know whether I need to undergo another test on arrival and how long will I have to wait at the airport before moving out.
Hi Joyita! Fully-vaccinated travelers from the Netherlands are exempted from additional testing on arrival.
Hello,
I will be travelling from Germany to Mumbai. I have onward flight to Nagpur. Do I have to take RT-PCR test at Mumbai and wait for the test result for boarding the flight to Nagpur?
Thanks!
Hi Gargi! If you are fully-vaccinated and asymptomatic, then you are exempted from additional testing on arrival at Mumbai Airport.
I’m traveling from DFW to Goa with stopovers at Doha and Mumbai. I’m fully vaccinated and will also carry my RT-PCR results with me. After uploading both on Air Suvidha, will I be required to take another test at Mumbai or can I proceed to my flight to Goa without it? Where can I find this information?
Hi MSF! If you are found symptomatic for COVID-19 during thermal screening at Mumbai Airport, you will have to take a self-paid RT-PCR test. Otherwise, you are exempted from additional testing on arrival.
Hi
we both fully vaccinated with booster but we both had covid before booster do we still need to do RT-PCR test because we been told that covid will be still our body for 90 days and we had it on 13th oct 2021 and we are going on 26th December 2021.
From Uk to Mumbai
thank you
Dash Jivram
Hi Jivram! It is mandatory to take an RT-PCR test prior to traveling to India. There is no provision on Air Suvidha to upload a document of recovery from COVID-19. Please be advised to call the helpline of Delhi IGI or Mumbai International Airport.
Hi Indianeagle,
My daughter is travelling from Singapore to Mumbai on 15Dec2021, thru VTL route, on Singapore Airlines. She has taken both doses of vaccination. Return plan is on Jan1,2022.
Will she have to undergo home quarantine or institutional quarantine, even if RTPCR is negative ?
Hi Deep! She will be traveling from Singapore that the Indian government classified as a country at risk. 7-day institutional quarantine is mandatory on arrival at Mumbai Airport. She will be tested on Day 2,4 and 7 during institutional quarantine. If she is found negative in all three tests, she will be released and allowed to go home or travel to the final destination where she will undergo self-quarantine for 7 days.
Hi,
I am flying from Germany to Pune via Delhi. I understand that I will have to be institutionally quarantined for 7 days. My question is: where will this quarantine be- will be at Delhi or in Pune? Thank you.
Hello – I am traveling from US to Mumbai ( via Germany )
Germany is at risk.
I am vaccinated , booster , negative covid test.
Since I had layover at Germany will I be considered as traveling from Germany or from US?
Hi Anasuya! Germany is not the country of your travel origin. The US is not classified as country at risk. Hence, you will only undergo additional testing on arrival at Mumbai Airport. If tested negative, you will undergo 14-day home quarantine.
I have a similar question. Travelling from US to Mumbai (via London).
Will I have to go under institutional quarantine on arrival at Mumbai? I am fully vaccinated.
Hi,
I am flying from Australia to Mumbai on 4th Dec 2021. I will be staying in Mumbai for 2 days and travelling to Rajasthan by domestic flight.
Do I have to home quarantine in Mumbai for 14 days or I can leave for Rajasthan?
Thanks,
Hi Anil! If you plan to stay in Mumbai for 2 days, you will have to undergo 14-day home/self quarantine there. Whether you can travel to Rajasthan after 2 days of stay in Mumbai, it is subject to the approval of the officers at Mumbai Airport. You can share your domestic travel plans with them.
Hi team,
Arriving to Mumbai from UK on 13 Dec. Travelling with 9 year old & both me and wife are fully vaccinated. Would we get exemption as children parents post completing RT-PCR at the airport. Kindly advise.
Srini! No exemption from 7-day institutional quarantine for even fully-vaccinated travelers from the UK that is classified as a country at risk.
Hi Reader,
I must say you’re doing a fantastic job here. I have a query and I would appreciate a quick response!!
I am travelling with my family which has a child under 5 years of age. We are travelling to Mumbai from one of the “At-Risk” Countries. Are we exempted from mandatory institutional quarantine?
Hi Sameer! 7-day institutional quarantine is mandatory on arrival at Mumbai Airport. You will be tested on Day 2,4 and 7 during institutional quarantine. If you are found negative in all three tests, you will be released and allowed to go home or travel to the final destination where you will undergo home quarantine for 7 days.
Hi,
I have a similar question too! I will be flying from London to Mumbai and then taking connecting flight same day to Kolkata.
Will I be allowed to board the connecting flight if my post-arrival RT-PCR is negative?
The article says “if you have a connecting flight within or outside the state of Maharashtra, you can board the connecting flight only on being found negative in the post-arrival RT-PCR test”
But is this true for BOTH AT RISK AND NOT AT RISK COUNTRIES?
If so, how is this being monitored that people from at risk countries with connecting flights are not getting out of the airport (and thus escaping mandatory institutional quarantine)?
Hi Rakesh! You are traveling from the UK that the Indian government classified as a country at high risk. 7-day institutional quarantine is mandatory on arrival at Mumbai Airport. You will be tested on Day 2,4 and 7 during institutional quarantine. If you are found negative in all three tests, you will be released and allowed to travel to the final destination where you will undergo home quarantine for 7 days.
Respected Sir/ madam ,
Me along with my husband and daughter
will be travelling to India on 22. December .
We are both fully vaccinated. My daughter is
2 year old . If we have a negative RT-PCR test result , would we have to
go through institutional quarantine, taking into consideration our 2
year old daughter ?
Thanks and Regards ,
Richa
Hi Richa! If you are traveling from a country classified as “at risk”, 7-day institutional quarantine and 7-day home quarantine are mandatory. No exemption.
Hello,
I’ll be flying from Switzerland to Mumbai (final destination Pune, via road). I understand that I have to go through 7 days of institutional quarantine in Mumbai. I prefer to do so in a hotel. Can the hotel be booked and be paid for in advance? What hotels are eligible? How is transport arranged from airport to the hotels?
Thank you,
Anish
Hi Anish! In our knowledge, you will be able to choose and book a hotel for paid institutional quarantine only after arrival at Mumbai Airport.
my wife and kids age 5 is traveling from US to Mumbai but their Stop is in London (at risk country). what are the rules for them? please let me know thanks
Hello Young Man! On arrival, they have to take a self-paid RT-PCR test (that can be booked online in advance) and wait for the report at the airport. If negative, they will be allowed to exit the airport and undergo home-quarantine for 14 days (if their final destination is Maharashtra).
Hello
I am traveling from USA to Mumbai with layover in Amsterdam (Netherlands) which is on the list of at-risk countries. So do I have to quartine for 7 days in Mumbai as transiting through Europe or I am exempt as USA is not on the list? Also if Mumbai is no final destination and I am traveling by car to Gujarat. Does 7 day institutional quarantine apply to me or does the rules in Gujarat apply to me.
Thank you
Hi Jay! As of now, the US is not classified as a country at risk. Hence, despite transiting via Amsterdam, you are not subject to mandatory institutional quarantine in Mumbai. But taking a self-paid RT-PCR test is mandatory on arrival. You will have to wait for the result. If tested negative, you will be allowed to continue onward domestic travel to the final destination.
I have a similar question. Travelling from US to Mumbai (via London).
Will I have to go under institutional quarantine on arrival at Mumbai? I am fully vaccinated.
Hi Smit! The US being your travel origin, institutional quarantine is not mandatory for you. Only post-arrival RT-PCR test is mandatory. You can book a test online in advance (The test-booking website link is given in the article). You will have to wait at the airport until the result is delivered to you. If tested negative, you can exit the airport or take a connecting flight to the final destination where you will undergo 14-day home quarantine.
Hello,
I am travelling from San Francisco to Mumbai, and I learnt that there is a 14 day home-quarantine requirement. Are there any exceptions for fully vaccinated coming from no-risk countries? or can it be requested? We have only 4 weeks of trip to manage everything and come back to the US, including visa interview scheduled at US consulate within a week from landing.
Thank you
Thiro
Hi Theernath! Those traveling to Mumbai from the US, a country not at risk as of now, are required to undergo home-quarantine for 14 days. FYI, Maharashtra’s guidelines are different from those issued by the central government of India. Hence, the Ministry of Civil Aviation has questioned the imposition of different rules for international arrivals in Maharashtra. If Maharashtra government does not change its stand, you will have to undergo home-quarantine for 14 days.
Hello,
I am traveling from US to Mumbai via Kuwait City and then from Mumbai Airport I am going to Surat,Gujarat by car.
so how does my home quarantine works do I have to quarantine in Mumbai or in Gujarat ?
also, I am fully vaccinated(with booster dose) and my trip is consist of 14 days.
Hi Maulik! Since Gujarat is your final destination, Mumbai’s 14-day home-quarantine policy does not apply to you. If you are asymptomatic and COVID-negative, you shall self-monitor your health for 14 days in Surat.
Hi
I am flying out from US to Mumbai on December 18, in a direct flight from Newark. I have all the 3 doses of vaccines. Do we need to quarantine for 14 days, because I am there for only 2 weeks?
Hi Winnie! Those traveling to Mumbai from the US, a country not at risk as of now, are required to undergo home-quarantine for 14 days. FYI, Maharashtra’s guidelines are different from those issued by the central government of India. Hence, the Ministry of Civil Aviation has questioned the imposition of different rules for international arrivals in Maharashtra. If Maharashtra government does not change its stand, you will have to undergo home-quarantine for 14 days.
I am traveling from Los Angeles to Mumbai. However, I have a transit through London Heathrow on my way to Mumbai. Since that is a flight from at risk country, do I have to go through institutional quarantine? Those guidelines are not clear. I am a US citizen and fully vaccinated. The guidance is clear on whether citizens from those at risk countries will be made to go through institutional quarantine or everyone on that plane irrespective of origin of travel. Please advise.
Hi Mya! This is still unclear. Even there is no clarification in the circular issued by the government of Maharashtra. We are still awaiting clarification on this.
Hi We are family of 4 traveling to mumbai directly from US. We will be tested within 72 hours. Our return flight is in 7 days to US. We will be able to take the flight back?
Hi Manoj! Those traveling to Mumbai from the US, a country not at risk as of now, are required to undergo home-quarantine for 14 days. FYI, Maharashtra’s guidelines are different from those issued by the central government of India. Hence, the Ministry of Civil Aviation has questioned the imposition of different rules for international arrivals in Maharashtra. If Maharashtra government does not change its stand, you won’t be able to travel back in 7 days of your arrival.
Hello, thank you for the information. I am flying from San Francisco and I have a layover in London. If I fly with a Covid negative test and I test negative at the Mumbai airport, will I be subject to institutional quarantine?
Hi Ash! This is still unclear. Even there is no clarification in the circular issued by the government of Maharashtra. We are still awaiting clarification on this.
URGENT! Please suggest ! I have a flight from SFO- Mumbai tomorrow early morning and have a visa appointment in the embassy in the next few days. If 14 days home quarantine mandatory then can I step outside my house for my visa appointment is in a few days and how strict is home quarantine.Is there is any home quarantine stamp that’s going to be printed on the back of the palm. Please suggest if I should cancel my trip ?
Hi Nidhi! As per the circular issued by the government of Maharashtra, even fully-vaccinated, COVID-negative, asymptomatic travelers from a country not at risk are required to undergo home quarantine for 14 days. We have little idea whether it will be enforced strictly or not.
Hi,
I am travelling to Mumbai from Australia.
From Mumbai, I am taking a car to Rajasthan (Udaipur). Do I need to quarantine in Mumbai for 14 days?
Thanks for all your responses.
Hi Dev! As per the latest revision of Maharashtra’s guidelines, fully-vaccinated asymptomatic travelers from a country not at risk, such as Australia, are not subjected to quarantine in Mumbai. You can travel onward to your final destination.
Is there a link to where we can find the original circular issued by the Maharashtra Govt.?
Hi, I am travelling from Australia Via srilanka. My flight will land in mumbai but my final destination is Gujarat. Do i have to be in quarantine in Mumbai for 7 days. Please note my gujarat flight is not not connecting. I have booked separately. What will happen after arriving to Mumbai.
Hi Adi! As per the latest revision of Maharashtra’s guidelines, fully-vaccinated, asymptomatic travelers from a country not at risk, such as Australia, are not subjected to quarantine in Mumbai. You can travel onward to your final destination. Please note only 2% of the total passengers of every flight from Australia will be tested randomly. If you are identified for random testing, you can give your swab sample and proceed to catch the next domestic flight (no matter if it is not connecting).
Hi, we are arriving in mumbai from maldives on dec 8th, double vaccinated, and will have the negative rt pcr result. Will we have to do 14 day home quarantine? I spoke to people who arrived today in mumbai, no test, and they were allowed to leave airport – is that because of some rule issue or implementation?
Aneesh
Hi Aneesh! We updated the article. Please go through the details under “Rules for travelers from countries not at risk.”
Hello
I am from Oman and will be traveling to Mumbai on December 5,2021 to NCLEX exam on December 7 and then will be back to Oman on December 8, Do I need to undergo quarantine even for short stay in Mumbai?
Thank you in advance
Hi Mary! If you are fully vaccinated, COVID-negative and asymptomatic, you will be directed to self-monitor your health, no quarantine. You will be able to travel back within one week of your arrival. Please note the current guidelines may be revised any time.
Hi! What a life-saving site and thank you for answering these crucial questions that otherwise are very hard to find answers to..
I have 3 different tickets. Booked separately
Sweden-Dubai Dubai-Mumbai Mumbai-Goa with a 6 hour wait in Mumbai. The thing is they say you are exempt the institutional quarantine if you have a connecting flight somewhere. But I land in terminal 2 and my flight to Goa is from terminal 1.. Does it matter that I have separate tickets and will I be exempt the institutional quarantine even if I have to change terminals?
Thank you so much for putting your precious time into helping all of us. HIGHLY appreciated!
Hi Richard! With effect from today, Maharashtra aligned its guidelines for international travelers from countries at risk with the guidelines framed by India’s health ministry. As you are not from high-risk countries including South Africa, Zimbabwe and Botswana, you are not subject to institutional quarantine. You will undergo only a self-paid RT-PCR test on arrival. On being tested negative, you will be allowed to change the terminal and take the connecting flight. Thank you for appreciating our efforts. Wish you safe travel!
You truly are an angel! Thank you so much!!! <3 <3 <3
Hello I’m travelling from Dubai to Mumbai – Please advise whether we need to self – monitor ourselves for 14 days or do home quarantine for 14 days, Thanks,
Hi Jennifer! If you are fully vaccinated and asymptomatic, you will be directed to self-monitor your health for 14 days, not home-quarantine, according today’s revision of the guidelines.
Is the 14 day quarantine still in place from “Non- Risk” Countries like the US for fully vaccinated passengers?
Hi Sahni! Pressurized by the central government of India, Maharashtra rolled back the 14-day home quarantine policy for travelers from a country not at risk, such as the US. If you are fully vaccinated and asymptomatic, you will be directed to self-monitor your health for 14 days.
And is the RT-PCR still needed to be done at the Mumbai airport on arrival for travelers from the US?
Hi Jasleen! It is no more mandatory for fully-vaccinated, asymptomatic travelers from the US, as the government of Maharashtra revised the guidelines today. However, only 2% of the total passengers of every flight from a country not at risk will be randomly tested. If you are identified for random testing, you can leave the airport after giving your swab sample.
Hi! I’m planning to book my travel from Egypt to Mumbai between 12-14 Dec’21 via Sharjah/ Dubai/ Doha (yet to book tickets). Would like to know if any of these options would lead me ending up in institutional quarantine? Although the high risk list does not include these countries, I did not find any specific information on air suvidha regarding Middle East and wanted to be sure prior booking the travel arrangements. Thanks.
Hi Akash! Currently, neither Egypt nor the UAE is classified as a country at risk. If you are fully vaccinated and asymptomatic, you are not subjected to institutional quarantine in Mumbai.
Hello, I am travelling from UK to Mumbai on 15th Dec, what are the quarantine rules if tested negative at the airport?
Hi Rana Singh! On being tested negative at the airport, you will be directed to undergo only 7-day home quarantine. Please note the current regulations can be revised any time.
Greetings, I am flying from San Francisco to Mumbai, transiting from London. If I fly with a Covid negative test, what will be the process for passengers arriving from US in LHR-BOM flight.
Greetings, I am traveling from US to Mumbai with 3 hour transition / layover in London – Heathrow; I will not leave the UK immigration area and will take the connecting flight to Mumbai. Do I need to schedule my covid testing at the Mumbai airport or US passengers who transit from London and arrive in London-BOM flight are exempted? I am fully vaccinated. any guidance would be very helpful
Hi We are family of 3, planning to travel through chartered flight from seychelles to baroda – via mumbai.. we are not vaccinated couple with 11years old child.
I would like to know what my unvaccinated journey be like. as far as my test comes negative. Is there any specific requirement for unvaccinated. And would also like to know if unvaccinated people, with negative pcr, can travel back from india to their destination.
Hi Ruby! Unvaccinated travelers are subject to COVID-19 testing at Mumbai airport and home-quarantine for 7 days in their final destination in India.
For UK travelling to Mumbai for fully vaccinated both doses and booster with Negative RTPCR
Is their a separate RTPCR or Rapid Antigen is mandatory?
Also pls confirm if Institution or Home Quarantine applicable?
Hi Navin! On arrival, you need to take a regular or rapid RT-PCR test. If negative, you can leave the airport or take a connecting domestic flight. You will be directed to undergo home-quarantine for 7 days.
Hi, I am travelling to Mumbai from UK next week. But I have a plan to spend couple of days in Mumbai before taking my next domestic flight which would be my final destination. I am fully vaccinated and I know I will have to take the RT-PCR at Mumbai airport. Could you please let me know what are the guidelines around quarantine in this situation? Thanks for your help.
Hi Diby! Travelers from the UK are subject to 7-day home quarantine. If you take stopover in Mumbai, you are likely to be directed to undergo home/self-quarantine for 7 days there. In our opinion, you should avoid stay in Mumbai and rather take a connecting domestic flight to the final destination once you test negative in a post-arrival RT-PCR test.
Hi Sir, Good Day. I’m Travelling from Qatar to Mumbai only for 10 days (i.e 23/12/2021 and Return 02-01-2022) and I completed both doses of vaccination also I have my confirmed return ticket. so there is no quarantine required in Mumbai????
Hi Samadhan! Fully-vaccinated, asymptomatic and COVID-negative travelers from Qatar are exempted from both institutional and home quarantine in Mumbai. Please be advised to keep checking the dynamic list of countries at risk. If Indian government adds Qatar to the list by the time you will travel, institutional quarantine/7-day home quarantine may apply to you.
Greetings, we are traveling from United States to Mumbai with 2 hour transition / layover in Paris – Charles de Gaulle; will be required to the 7 day home quarantine; appears to be differing guidance fir United States Paggengers; any guidance would be very helpful
Hi Nick! If you don’t leave the immigration area at Paris Airport during the transit and if you are asymptomatic, you are exempted from mandatory RT-PCR testing on arrival at Mumbai Airport. You need to self-monitor your health for 14 days post arrival.
Dear IndianEagle,
I will be travelling from US to Mumbai on Emirates and the flight has a stop in Athens and then a plane change in Dubai. Will I be subject to institutional quarantine in Mumbai ? I am fully vaccinated.
Thanks
Hi Navdeep! Mumbai has mandatory institutional quarantine only for travelers arriving from South Africa, Botswana, Zimbabwe and for those who have been to any of these three countries in the past 15 days before traveling to India. If you are fully-vaccinated, asymptomatic and covid-negative, you are exempted.
I want to travel to Bengaluru from Nigeria (Country with No Risk). Which conditions will apply
Hi Ravi! If Nigeria is not classified as a country at risk, then fully-vaccinated, asymptomatic and COVID-negative travelers from Nigeria have a simple arrival procedure at BLR Airport. No mandatory testing and quarantine.
Greetings, I am traveling from US to Mumbai with 3 hour transition / layover in London – Heathrow; I will not leave the UK immigration area and will take the connecting flight to Mumbai. Do I need to schedule my covid testing at the Mumbai airport or US passengers who transit from London and arrive in London-BOM flight are exempted? any guidance would be very helpful
Hi Biju! If you are fully vaccinated and asymptomatic, the post-arrival RT-PCR testing policy does not apply to you. Please note only 2% of the total passengers of every flight from a country not at risk will be randomly tested. If you are identified for random testing, you can leave the airport after giving your swab sample.
Greetings, I am traveling from US to Mumbai with 3 hour transition / layover in London – Heathrow; I will not leave the UK immigration area and will take the connecting flight to Mumbai. Do I need to schedule my covid testing at the Mumbai airport or US passengers who transit from London and arrive in London-BOM flight are exempted? any guidance would be very helpful
Hi Pooja! If you are fully vaccinated and asymptomatic, the post-arrival RT-PCR testing policy does not apply to you. Please note only 2% of the total passengers of every flight from a country not at risk will be randomly tested. If you are identified for random testing, you can leave the airport after giving your swab sample.
Dear Indian Eagle,
I have a flight from US to Mumbai (direct – no interim halt) and plan to stay in Mumbai for 2 days followed by connecting flight to a domestic destination. In this scenario, do I have to take the RTPCR test again before boarding the domestic flight or the test report from US (before boarding) will suffice? Thanks for all the valuable information on this page.
Thanks
Debasish
Hi Debasish! If you travel to the final destination after spending two days in Mumbai, you will be treated as a domestic traveler. According to the government of West Bengal, domestic air travelers must take an RT-PCR test within 72 hours prior to traveling to Kolkata.
Hi There, My travel route is Charlotte- JFK-Doha-Mumbai-Madurai . I am having a 6 hours layover in Mumbai before taking Airindia to Madurai. Is there a mandatory COVID test/quarantine at Madurai, because I am coming via Mumbai ?
Thanks,
Praba
Hi Prabakaran! The government of Tamil Nadu has not yet introduced any restriction for travelers from Mumbai/Maharashtra. If you are fully-vaccinated and asymptomatic, you are free from additional testing and quarantine in Madurai. However, only 2% of the total passengers of a flight from a country not at risk will be tested randomly on arrival at Mumbai airport. If you’re identified for random testing, you can take the connecting domestic flight after giving your swab sample.
Hi there,
We are travelling from Johannesburg to Mumbai on Qatar on the 17/Dec, We will will be testing 72 hours before departure, and are also fully vaccinated, if tested negative do we still have to quarantine at a government facility or would it be a home quarantine
Thanks very much
Danny
Hi Danny! Travelers from South Africa are subject to mandatory post-arrival RT-PCR testing and 7-day institutional quarantine in Mumbai, regardless of their vaccination.
hi .muscat to Mumbai .pcr test neg and Oman and Mumbai .airport .how to to home corantine .7 days .please
Hi Akhtar! Fully-vaccinated, COVID-negative and asymptomatic travelers from the Middle East are exempt to home quarantine anywhere in India. FYI, only 2% of the total passengers of every flight will be randomly tested on arrival. If you are identified among those 2%, you will have to give swab sample for random testing.
Hi,
Can you confirm about travel from USA – BOM via London transit (British Airways 3 hour layover) does not require a post arrival RT-PCR? A friend travelled on Dec 10th and she had to get RT-PCR done at Mumbai.
Hi Sam! There are various scenarios wherein you may have to get tested on arrival though you are fully-vaccinated and COVID-negative. If you don’t leave the immigration area of London Heathrow airport during transit, and if you arrive asymptomatic at Mumbai Airport, you don’t have to take a test. However, 2% of the total passengers of every flight from a country not at risk, such as the USA, will be randomly tested. If you are identified among the 2%, you will have to give your swab sample before leaving the airport.
Hi,
Can you confirm about travel from USA – BOM via Frankfurt transit (Luftanza Airways 2hour layover) does not require a post arrival RT-PCR? and quarantine rule for this scenario .
Hi Lsha! If you are fully-vaccinated, if you arrive asymptomatic, and if you don’t step out of the immigration area of Frankfurt Airport during transit/layover, you are exempt to home-quarantine anywhere in India. Only 2% of the total passengers of every flight arriving from a country not at risk, such as the USA, will be randomly tested on arrival. If you are among the 2%, your swab sample will be taken for a test before you leave the airport.
Hi
I am travelling from LA to Mumbai via Frankfurt. Do I need to quarantine for 7 days. I can leave for SIngapore on 4th day.
Thanks
Hi Poonam! You can be exempted from home-quarantine on certain conditions: if you are fully-vaccinated, if you arrive asymptomatic, if you don’t step out of the immigration area during transit at Frankfurt Airport. If you meet these conditions, you will directed only to self-monitor your health for 14 days post arrival. You can leave for Singapore on day 4.
Hi , is RT – PCR mandatory now for travelers coming directly from US? What’s the website for Mumbai airport where we can schedule that?
Hi Winnie Sahani! Pre-booking of a post-arrival test is mandatory for travelers arriving from countries at risk. Post-arrival testing is not mandatory for fully-vaccinated, COVID-negative, asymptomatic travelers from the USA, a country not at risk. However, only 2% of the total passengers of every flight from the US will be randomly tested. If you are among the 2% identified for random testing on arrival, your swab sample will be collected before you leave the Mumbai Airport.
Hi, Is there home quarantine for travelers coming from US to Mumbai with fight change stop over at Qatar ?
Hi Kedar! If you are fully-vaccinated and if you arrive asymptomatic, you are exempt to home-quarantine in Mumbai. Both USA and Qatar are not in the “at-risk” category.
Is there any official publication by Mumbai airport or Govt of Maharashtra or MCGM which explicitly says that passengers transiting through the “at-risk” countries but whose journey started from “not-at-risk” countries are exempt from the mandatory RT-PCR test on arrival and 7-day strict home quarantine? It will very useful if you can provide a link to that so that all travelers can carry a printout with them to avoid any confusion after landing in Mumbai. (I am scheduled to travel SFO-AMS-BOM in Jan 2022 and am very confused with these new guidelines that have been published)
What is the rule for people traveling from Qatar to Mumbai
Hi Pralhad! You need to take an RT-PCR test, upload the negative report, vaccination proof and submit a self declaration form on Air Suvidha within 72 hours prior to traveling from Qatar. You also need to pre-book an RT-PCR that you will take on arrival at Mumbai Airport.
Thank you Travel Beats team for compiling this information and keeping it current. It is very helpful to read the posts.
Kindly advise – I am planning to be in Mumbai on Jan 2-9, 2022 (7 days total). I arrive on a direct flight from New Jersey, USA into Mumbai on Jan 2 and my return flight is Bom-Del-Chicago on Jan 9. I am fully vaccinated, asymptomatic and will upload my CDC vaccine card to Air Suvidha portal etc., and will also get an RT-PCR done 72 hrs prior to departure. Given the 14-day self-monitoring requirements for US, can I travel back to the US on day 7 (Jan 9) by traveling from Mumbai to Del on Vistara and then connecting onward to the US on United Airlines that same evening? Please advise.
Krysh
Hi Krysh! If the government of Maharashtra does not tighten the regulations for the incoming international travelers, you will be able to travel back in a week of your arrival.
Hi, I’m flying to Mumbai from London for a 5 day trip. I will be in home quarantine for 5 days, would I be allowed to travel back to the UK on the fifth day given that I produce a negetive test on day 4?
Hi Nair! In our knowledge, 7-day home quarantine is mandatory for travelers arriving from a country at risk. The guidelines require you to take an additional COVID-19 test on day 8 of your arrival in Mumbai.
Hi .
I am going to travel from Sultanate of Oman to Mumbai India dated on 24 December.
I am fully vaccinated from AstraZeneca/Oxford.
As per new DGCA guidelines, RT-PCR test is compulsory to do at Mumbai International airport after arriving.
Thanks
Mudassar Pongle
Hi Mudassar! In our knowledge, post-arrival testing is mandatory for travelers arriving from the countries at risk.
I travelled to Mumbai on 27 December 2021 from San Francisco transiting through Frankfurt. As of now, San Francisco is not “at-risk” but Frankfurt is. When you fill in the Air Suvidha declaration, and assuming you filled it correctly, and you print it , the print has banner at the top in different colors. Mine was green and I was waived through without having to take any kind of test or any need to self quarantine. I am posting this here in case it helps someone. To me, it is clear that if you arrive in Mumbai from a Not-at-risk country and even transit through a at-risk country but are fully vaccinated, you do not need to do any test in Mumbai. And you do not need to self quarantine.
Most helpful! Thanks, Isha.
Hello Isha,
This is helpful for me. I will be taking the same route (Seattle-Mumbai via Frankfurt) in late January. Hopefully, things will remain the same then. Keep posting additional developments if possible.
Glad you made it without having to quarantine. Was there any additional documentation that you had to present besides the Air Suvidha declaration?
Hi Isha! Thank you for sharing your travel experience with us and other travelers! Good to know that you had a safe flight.
Hi, I am travelling from London to Mumbai on 10 Jan 2022 with one year old child. my final destination is Town in Gujarat which i am planning to travel by train or road from Mumbai. I have no intention to stop over in Mumbai.
question is will I need to quarantine in Mumbai or can i continue my journey by Train and do 7 days quarantine after reaching my home in Gujarat.
Appreciate your reply. Thank you in advance.
Hi Kalpesh! You can continue your journey to the final destination after arrival at Mumbai Airport.
We have booked our flight tickets to mumbai from Toronto on 21 jan 2022. We are both vaccinated as well as boosted.
My question is : will we have to quarantine in mumbai ? What is the process of tests to travel within India?
Would love to hear your response so that we can proceed with our long awaited trip.
Thanks
Kumars
Hi Kamala! If you are transiting via the UAE, you are likely to undergo post-arrival testing and 7-day home quarantine in Mumbai.
hi, with the new home quarantine rules for passengers from UAE to mumbai, if i am coming from USA to mumbai via Dubai, will the home quarantine rules still apply to me?
Hi Rehman! If Mumbai is your destination, you will be subject to post-arrival testing and 7-day home quarantine.
Hi, I traveled from EWR to Mumbai on a US passport and arrived on Dec 30 on a revised itinerary. I finished immigration, baggage claim, and customs in 55 mins and was out. No requirements for self in-home monitoring were asked for. But as we know, it is highly advisable for added protection and safety of our loved ones and our elderly relatives.
Here’s what I’d like to share around my exit experience in Mumbai upon landing:
1. I propose carrying printed copies of all forms (Air Suvidha, Full return itinerary, e-Visa, including a copy of your your CDC vaccination card). Each of the times I was asked for these I noticed that folks who had these forms on their phones were the ones taking longer. With so many people passing through, I noticed that all the folks trying to pull up their documentation on their smart phones took time and then had to zoom in and out for the officials to be able to read those forms.
2. If you can, please print the Air Suvidha in color print, as the Green bar on top of the form was all that the officials were looking for. For those carrying b/w forms, they had to stop to verify if they were cleared on Air Suvidha.
3. In Mumbai, e-visa cannot be processed by the Immigration officers in the Business or Economy lines. Go past all of those lines to counters 50 and above for faster processing. Those lines were shorter when I arrived and it helped move us out quickly.
4. Keep you CDC vaccination card copy handy, even after you claim bags. Right before our group exited the airport we were stopped by officials to show our vaccination cards. Those with paper copies moved in seconds, again those with copies on their smartphones were held up.
5. Pre-COVID, we used to have to hand over the stamped Immigration form (only for non-Indian passport holder, Foreign Nationals). This has changed now. The immigration officer when stamping your passport keeps that form. I spent a few minutes back tracking looking for it, thinking I had dropped it and then asked a official, they informed of this change in procedure.
Lastly, all the officials I came across were friendly, nobody was trying to make things complicated, rather had simple straightforward requests, all of which was related to the paperwork needed to travel.
The above is just meant to share my experience in Mumbai, as we all know things can change, regardless, I thought I’d share given the high degree of uncertainty around procedures and processes.
Safe travels and Happy New Year everyone.
Hi Krysh! Thank you for sharing your experience of the travel procedure at Mumbai Airport. This will surely help many other travelers flying into Mumbai Airport.
thanks Krysh
highly appreciated
2 Senior citizens traveling from USA to Mumbai, received all 3 doses of COVID vaccine. Do they still have to do the test and quarantine also?. They will be traveling further to Mangalore . Please let us know.
Hi Mary! They will be able to travel to Mangalore if they are found asymptomatic in thermal screening on arrival at Mumbai Airport. May we know whether they are traveling on a nonstop flight to Mumbai or via a third country?
I am coming from USA to Mumbai thru Dubai on 1/14/2022 for 7 days. I have all my vaccines done. Do i have to quarantine for 7 days as I will be staying in Mumbai only for 7 days.
Thank you.
Hi is there any exemption to home quarantine in Mumbai for travellers from UAE in cases of emergency. My mom has to undergo a surgery and i will be visiting for 6 days only.
Hi Nel! In our knowledge, there is no exemption. However, you can request exemption from home-quarantine by providing valid documents of your emergency to the health officers at Mumbai Airport.
Thank you for managing this thread! I am traveling from the USA to Mumbai, but my final destination is Alibaug, Maharashtra. Do I have to get tested at the Mumbai airport? I am triple vaccinated here. What’s the quarantine and testing rule for rest of Maharastra? BMC issued an order, on 31sr Dec, making testing mandatory for all arrivals (at risk coubtries or otherwise) from 2nd Jan. Latest BMC order is conflicting with the orders issued by Maharashtra state on 2nd Dec
Hi KK! You may have to get tested on arrival at Mumbai Airport. If you are fully vaccinated, COVID negative and asymptomatic, there is no quarantine in other parts of the state.
Thanks!
Hello I will be traveling to India on 16th Jan (Los Angeles —> Dubai —> Mumbai) and arriving on 18th early morning IST, my destination will be Pune.
I have a VISA appointment in Hyderabad on 24th Jan. I also cannot postpone my visa dates as there is no availability anywhere in India until May.
Will I need to be home quarantine in this case?
I have taken all 3 doses of vaccine.
Appreciate your response and guidance on how I should plan.
Hi Pratima! As of today, only Mumbai has mandatory 7-day home quarantine for travelers arriving from or through the UAE. Pune being your final destination, you are exempt to home-quarantine if you are asymptomatic.
Thank you for responding, this is very helpful. So If I understand it correctly on arrival I need to get tested by booking and RTPCR in advance, and if negative I can proceed my Journey without home quarantine and can travel to Hyderabad on 24th Jan for visa appointment?
Also can we book out own personal transport for Pune or need to go via airport services only?
Hi Pratima! All international arrivals are required to pre-book a rapid RT-PCR test and take it on arrival at Mumbai Airport. If you test negative, you will be allowed to take a connecting flight. You can arrange private transport to Pune.
Hello
Thank you for sharing the information.
I will be traveling from USA to BOM via DXB on Feb 4. I have booked a train to my final destination (in Gujarat) which I will be boarding 3-4 hours after landing. I have been vaccinated thrice. I understand from the comments that if I am asymptomatic and have a negative pre departure test, I will not be asked for a 7 day quarantine in Mumbai since my final destination is different.
Is my understanding correct? I have a visa appointment in Delhi two days later, hence the concern.
Thank you so much!
Hi Aryan! FYI, all international travelers arriving from/via the UAE are subject to post-arrival testing at Mumbai Airport. Hence, be advised to pre-book a slot for rapid RT-PCR testing so that you can continue onward domestic travel within 3-4 hours of your arrival at Mumbai Airport.
My flight is from USA to Mumbai (air India) – via Delhi airport . So am I considered a international arrival since my immigration etc. will be done at Delhi airport itself and Mumbai will be the second leg of the journey connecting flight.
Also I stay at Kalyan which is technically not part of Mumbai municipal corporation .(but part of Thane)
so am I considered outside Mumbai person ? Will I be subjected to a RT-PCR tested and quarantine if positive ?
Im coming with my 2.5 yr old kid are there any exemptions of traveling with kid ?
Hi,
I am a resident of UAE ( Indian Passport holder). I am planning to travel to Mumbai to see my sick parents from UAE(Dubai) on 21st Jan 22 and return back 26th Jan 22. Since i will be travelling alone and not with my family trying to be cautious not to get stuck and return as per the schedule.
Could you please advise on the procedure and how can i plan my visit safely? I do not wish to cancel the trip being very much required!
Looking forward to your response please.
Regards
XYZ
Hi Shilpa! All travelers from the UAE are subject to post-arrival RT-PCR testing and 7-day home quarantine if Mumbai is your destination. You won’t be able to travel back unless you complete the home quarantine period.
hi i have a quick question
i m coming to Mumbai in the month of Feb .Its Toronto to Mumbai via Delhi.
so if i get tested in Delhi airport . do i have to get my test done again in Mumbai airport. pls let me know
thank you
Hi Jimmy! No additional test at Mumbai Airport if you get tested and are found negative on arrival at Delhi Airport.
Hi, I’m traveling from USA to Mumbai. It’s Chicago to mumbai via Delhi. where Should I take my RTPCR test upon arrival ? Also, I’ll complete my stamping in Mumbai(need to stay for 4 days) and should travel back to Vijayawada which is my final destination. Am I allowed to travel as my mom’s condition is serious or is quarantine mandatory.Please suggest what needs to be done in my case. Thank you
Hi Vijay! If you are fully vaccinated and asymptomatic, you won’t have to take a test on arrival. Only 2% of the passengers of a flight arriving from the US will be identified for random testing. If you are among the 2%, your swab will be collected for a random test before you take the connecting flight to Mumbai. If you take a stopover in Mumbai, you are likely to undergo 7-day home quarantine there, as per the new guidelines applicable from January 11.
hi
It looks like rapid PCR is made mandatory at mumbai airport. Is this for all international passengers or just the ones from at-risk countries and UAE?
Hi Rehman! Post-arrival testing is mandatory for travelers arriving from the UAE and the countries at risk.
Hi, I landed from UAE (Abu Dhabi- Mumbai) on 03rd Jan 2022. I am traveling back to UAE (Abu Dhabi) from Mumbai on 19th January2022 through Indigo.
Please suggest
1.whether i need to take RTPCR test at Mumbai Airport costing around Rs 4500/- and six hours before departure flight to Abu Dhabi
2. RTPCR 48/72 hours before travel. to Abu Dhabi
Hi Manik! You need to take two tests – one regular RT-PCR test within 48 hours before traveling from Mumbai and one rapid RT-PCR test (Rs 1975 per person) within 6 hours of traveling from Mumbai. The second test must be taken at the airport.
My daughter(Neha Gandhi & myself have booked tickets to Mumbai, landing on 25 th. I’m traveling on delta airline, from Detroit, connecting flight through Amsterdam. My daughter Neha is flying from San Francisco through Lufthansa. We both tested positive for Covid test on 3 & 5th Jan respectively. If we bring recovery later from govt or health care provider & positive test result, what is the rule for mumbai( maharashtra) India airport. According to US we don’t have to take any pre or post Covid test or quarantine. Please help.
Confused traveler
Sue
Hi Sucheta! Unfortunately, Indian government requires you to have a negative RT-PCR test report before you travel to India.
Thanks a lot! I have been using your customer q/a services from the year 2020 and has traveled too & fro. The replies shared are 100% accurate. Keep up the good work of rendering outstanding services to the community.
Hi Manik! We are glad that we were able to address your queries and concerns. Thank you for appreciating our efforts towards making travel easier these tough times.
Hi,
I am a permanent resident in the US. I have taken all 3 shots of pfizer. My travel plan is that I have direct flight from Ewr – Mumbai. I will be staying in Mumbai for 2 nights and then fly to my final destination, kolhapur, MH. Do I have to do the 7-day institutional quarantine at our final destination (kolhapur) or where we land, in my case it’s Mumbai? I would appreciate if you could clarify this for me so I can plan my travel accordingly.
Regards,
Hi Varsha! If you take a stopover in Mumbai, you are likely to stamped for 7-day home quarantine there. Please be advised to continue your travel to the final destination.
Thank you for responding. I appreciate it.
Can you please Clarify my below question:
a). Are you saying that I need to quarantine in Mumbai or
b.) I can continue my journey via domestic flight or road and quarantine at my final destination kolhapur?
In our knowledge, if you stay in Mumbai for two nights/days, you will be able to travel to the final destination only after 7 days of self/home-quarantine in Mumbai.
Hello, First thank you for the updated information.
Hi! What if you are traveling for less than 14 days? I’m traveling for like 10 days from US to Mumbai. I reach Mumbai on 20th Jan and fly back on 30th. Will they let me fly back? I won’t be able to complete the 14 day mandatory self quarantine cuz I’m not even staying for 10 days. I’m fully vaccinated and I’ll be carrying a PCR test. On the other hand, I need to take a flight on 22th (2 days after my arrival) to Rajkot, is there any additional restrictions to take this domestic flight?
Thank you in advance.
Hi Osmer! Only 7-day home-quarantine is mandatory. You need to take an RT-PCR test on day 8. If you test negative on day 8, you can go outdoors.
Thank you for your prompt response, one additional question. Once I arrive to Mumbai on the 20th, I have to stay in Mumbai for one day and I have another flight early morning to Rajkot, will the airline let me take the fly? or do I need to do the 7 days quarantine in Mumbai and then I can take the fly? That is my main concern, because once I arrive I need to go to Rajkot.
Thank you in advance.
Hi Osmer! In our knowledge, you can stay overnight in Mumbai before traveling to the final destination.
Hi I am travelling from Miami-Dubai, layover, Dubai to Mumbai on Jan 18, i am fully vaccinated in the US, i have a flight for goa, will i still have to be home quarantine in mumbai or i can still travel to goa ?
please assist.
Hi Derek! Due to the layover/transit in Dubai, you are subject to mandatory post-arrival testing at Mumbai Airport. If you are found negative and asymptomatic, you will be allowed to travel to Goa from Mumbai.
Hello, I’m traveling from USA to India (Delhi) via direct air India flight. Do I need to do the 7 day at home quarantine. USA is not a high risk country but it seems like starting Jan 11th every country that’s traveling to India has to follow the at 7 day home quarantine rules. Please help
Hi Simar! 7-day home quarantine and RT-PCR testing on the day 8 are mandatory for all international arrivals.
Hello, I am a US Citizen with all 3 Pfizer vaccine dosages. I am traveling from New York to Mumbai via Kuwait Airways with 5 hour layover in Kuwait on 1/19/22. We arrive in Mumbai airport 1/22/22 12:50am. Then at 7pm on 1/21/22 we have local indigo flight to Bhopal.
First are we allowed to leave Mumbai airport during this long layover or do you suggest staying at the Niranta airport hotel lounge on terminal 2. As we don’t want to be stuck in Mumbai for any quarantine since our final destination is Bhopal.
Do we need a new PCR test conducted at Mumbai airport or the results from out USA PCR test from 1/19/22 will be valid to enter Bhopal along with our vaccine certificate?
Does the 7 day quarantine rule apply in Bhopal?
Also if I had to shorten my trip and head back to US in less than 7 days does the rule apply to me if I were to only have a 5 day stay in Bhopal.
Right now we have return flight to Mumbai on January 25th from Bhopal which we will extend to January 28th to meet the 7 day guideline and take a PCR test on day 8th and upload to air suvida website. Is this necessary or can I get fly back on 25th?
Our final return flight is on 1/31/22 from Mumbai to Newyork via 3 hour layover at Kuwait airport.
I highly appreciate it if you can provide me with some
Clarity here. Thank you so much for your informative articles and responses. They have greatly helped me get information not provided elsewhere and easer my anxiety about this trip!!
Hi Shazi! In our knowledge, you may not be allowed to step out of the airport. The 7-day home quarantine policy applies to all international arrivals, regardless of their destinations in India. 7-day home quarantine and RT-PCR testing on day 8 are mandatory. It is also mandatory to upload the report of the test taken on day 8 on Air Suvidha. Only 2% of the total passengers arriving from the US are subject to random testing on arrival at Mumbai Airport. If you are among the 2%, you will have to take a self-paid rapid RT-PCR test.
I have two legs to travel via Mumbai airport .
1) On day zero shall travel from Kolkata to Mumbai with a negative RT-PCR Report . Stay at home in Mumbai and leave for Cairo via Dubai on day 1 . What are the formalities to be met for traveling out ?
2) On day zero shall travel from Cairo to Mumbai via Dubai with a negative RT-PCR report . From the Mumbai airport only shall leave for Kolkata by a domestic flight . What are the formalities to be completed at Mumbai on landing and also in Kolkata ?
* Dubai is a stopover for both the journeys for a couple of hours .
# am double vaccinated and possibly by the travel date shall take the booster dose as well .
Kindly guide .
Hi Pradip! We have little knowledge about the policy for travel to and from Cairo. FYI, due to the transit in the UAE, you will have to take a rapid RT-PCR test on arrival at Mumbai Airport and wait for the report. If you test negative, you will be able to travel to Kolkata.
I have an international arrival flight booked on the same itinerary from Boston to Doha to Mumbai.(Reaching Mumbai at 2:30am in the morning)
I then have a domestic flight from Mumbai(Departing Mumbai at 7am) to Kolkata the same day within 6 hrs of arrival, a separate ticket.
It’s unclear to me what to expect at Mumbai airport for arrival and connection(departure) to a domestic flight enroute Kolkata.
Am I expected to fill the form/book tests for both the states? Can I straight away go to the Domestic departure and follow Kolkata airport formalities once I arrive at Kolkata airport? Could you please help answer my query?
Thanks in advance!
Hi Karishma! If you are fully vaccinated, COVID-negative and asymptomatic, you will have smooth arrival at Mumbai Airport and smooth passage to Kolkata from Mumbai. You are not required to pre-book a post-arrival test as you will travel from and through countries not at risk. If the health officers find you symptomatic in thermal screening, you will have to take a rapid RT-PCR test either at Mumbai Airport or Kolkata Airport.
Do we have to take a Covid test on arrival at Mumbai even if we are coming from USA but just connecting in Amsterdam, Frankfurt or Paris? When I called Air Suvidha helpline at Delhi airport, they said people coming from USA are not subjected to covid test on arrival if we are not leaving the airport in Europe.
Can you please clarify?
Hi Sandip! As per the revised guidelines applicable from January 11, those who transit in a country at risk are subject to post-arrival testing in India.
Interesting.
The Delhi airport Air Suvidha helpline and the Mumbai airport both say they look at country of origin and not the connecting airport if you do not leave the transit area.
Hi! Good Day, I just want to ask if I will have the home quarantine even if I will stay only for 3 nights. I will come from Saudi Arabia and arrive in Maharashtra, Mumbai on Feb. 8,2022 for an important examination which be held on Feb.9. After which, I will be travelling back to Saudi on Feb.11..Am I exempted from home quarantine?
Hoping for your response. Thank you so much.
Hi Amirah! In the circular issued by the Government of India, there is no exemption from mandatory home-quarantine for 7 days.
Hi,
Do Passengers from USA but transiting through Dubai will need to go through RT-PCR test on arrival? UAE is not listed in at risk countries but the article mentions UAE passengers need testing on arrival.
Hi Alpa! This regulation is imposed by the Municipal Corporation of Greater Mumbai.
I am travelling to Mumbai this month end from Dubai along with my wife and 2 kids aged 5 & 7 years. We are fully vaccinated in UAE. Please guide me on following;
1. Is any rapid test required at Mumbai Airport? if yes it is for adults or for children also?
2. How much time it takes for rapid test report?
3. Since we need to travel from Mumbai but in Maharashtra itself, In case of positive report, is it allowed to isolate at home.
Hi Jaysan! Travelers from the UAE are subject to post-arrival testing at Mumbai Airport. Only children under 5 years of age are exempted. If you test positive, you will be shifted to a government facility for institutional quarantine and treatment.
If we do RTPCR within 48 hours of departure time, do we still have to do the costly Rapid RTPCR inside Mumbai airport. We are flying to dubai. Are there any different guidelines for passengers travelling to UAE if going on tourist visa?
Thank you in advance.
Hi Shirish! The UAE government requires arrivals from India to take two tests: one regular RT-PCR test within 48 hours and one rapid RT-PCR test at the airport within 6 hours before your flight from Mumbai.
How about if I will stay only for 3 nights in Mumbai, Do I have still the 7 days home quarantine? I will just have the exam and return back to Saudi Arabia after the exam, more so I will take another rt pcr before going to Saudi as this is a requirement in Saudia Airlines.
How about if I will stay only for 3 nights in Mumbai, Do I have still the 7 days home quarantine? I will just have the exam and return back to Saudi Arabia after the exam, more so I will take another rt pcr before going to Saudi as this is a requirement in Saudia Airlines.
I am traveling to Mumbai India on 20th Jan and transiting through Europe and as per rules, I am required to test on arrival. My final destination is Surat Gujarat and so the question is if worst case i test positive in covid test at airport, will I required to institutional quarantine in Mumbai or will I be allowed to to go final destination and then quarantine in my home state.
Hi Jay! In case you test positive at Mumbai Airport, you will be shifted to a government healthcare facility for institutional quarantine and treatment.
Hi, I am traveling from USA to Mumbai via Qatar Airlines. From Mumbai airport I will take a private car to Gujarat. Do I have to do any types of quarantine including home quarantine in India? Also if I change my ticket and travel by Emirates via Dubai do I need to do home quarantine then?
Hi Samar! All international arrivals are subject to mandatory 7-day home-quarantine, regardless of their travel origin, the country they transit in and destination in India.
Is there any rules that passengers are exempted from home quarantine if they arrive in Mumbai from Dubai? So if I travel from USA to Mumbai via Dubai (Emirates) will I have to home quarantine?
Hi Samar! Regardless of the route you take to travel to India, you are subject to 7-day home quarantine in India.
Hello: I am travelling from Houston to Mumbai (transiting via Dubai) on Emirates flight (Houston-Dubai and Dubai-Mumbai). I am fully vaccinated. Will the 7 days home quarantine rule apply to me?
Hi Suneel! Yes, you are not exempted. All international travelers are subjected to mandatory 7-day home quarantine.
Hello everyone,
I plan to travel to Mumbai in March from Texas, USA transiting via Istanbul, Turkey. After landing would I need to do the test or just the 7-day quarantine at home?
Please advise, your responses are highly appreciated. Thank you!
Hi Prithvi! As of today, all international arrivals are bound to 7-day home-quarantine in India. You are not subject to post-arrival testing at an entry airport in India if
You are fully-vaccinated, COVID negative and asymptomatic
You have not been to a country at risk in the past 15 days
You don’t transit via a country at risk while traveling to India
You are not identified among 2% of the total passengers for random testing on arrival
Hi I am travelling from Toronto Canada to Dubai for few days and than to Mumbai for 4 days to meet my Parents.
I am fully Vaccinated plus Booster.
Am i allowed to take a flight from Mumbai to Canada after staying 4 days as i will not be completing my quarantine days.
Thanks for your help
Prashant
Hi Prashant! You are required to take home-quarantine for 7 days after arrival.
Hi, I am on a nonstop SFO-Delhi-Pune flight in mid Feb. Someone just back from BOM told me that with the new rules after Jan 11, *everyone* has to undergo an RT-PCR on arrival into BOM or Maharashtra via other entry points. Is this true?
Also, I heard these rules (7-day quarantine for all) are supposed to end in mid Feb. Any prognostication or guesses on that? Thank you.
Hi Sharat! As you will travel on a nonstop flight to Delhi, you are not subject to post-arrival testing at Delhi or Pune/Mumbai unless you are found symptomatic in thermal screening or selected for random testing.
Can we make a 2 days trip to India from US. What will happen to 8th day RT-PCR certificate submission to Suvidha? Are they going stop me from boarding the return flight?
Hi Venkat! 7-day home-quarantine is a must in India.
Hello: I am travelling to Mumbai on 10 th February 2022 for a week from Muscat. I am fully vaccinated including Booster dose also in Oman. Please guide me on following;
1. Is PCR test required upon arrival at Mumbai Airport?
2. Is Home quarantine is mandatory for short stay also?
3. Can I travel back to Muscat after a week?
Please advice
Thanks
Amit
Amit! You are not subject to post-arrival testing unless you are selected for random testing. Home-quarantine is mandatory for 7 days. If you test negative on day 8, you can travel back.
Hi ! My fiancé wants to visit Mumbai for a 3/4 days. She stays in Jeddah and has to go back. Does she has to go thru 7 days quarantine ? Saudi Arabia is not in red zone.
Hi Mukul! 7-day home quarantine is mandatory for all international arrivals.
Hi, I am reaching Mumbai Airport from USA (Newark NJ) with my wife and daughter on 29Jan. I have uploaded negative rt-pcr reports on Air Suvidha portal with self declarations. I have couple of questions –
1. Do I have to pre-book any test at Mumbai Airport?
2. I have another connecting flight from Terminal 2 after a gap of 3 hours from the US flight landing in Mumbai. Both tickets have been booked separately. Is a 3-hour gap fine for me to not miss my domestic flight?
Please suggest.
Thanks.
Hi Nitin! As you are traveling on a nonstop flight from the US, a country not at risk, you are not required to pre-book a post-arrival test. 3-hr layover is sufficient if you are not selected for random testing at Mumbai Airport.
Thank you so much
Hi! I am a business man traveling through Mumbai (mid-February 2022) and my final destination is Coimbatore. I have a flat in Coimbatore. Will I be allowed to do the seven-day quarantine in Coimbatore or do I have to do the quarantine in Mumbai itself?
Hi Don! If you are found asymptomatic in thermal screening on arrival at Mumbai Airport, you will be allowed to travel to Coimbatore and quarantine yourself there.
Thank you so much. Your information has been so helpful. My final destination has now been changed to Chennai, but I assume I will be allowed to quarantine in a hotel in Chennai just as well.
Hi Don! You can quarantine yourself anywhere.
Hi, we are traveling to Mumbai from Detroit Michigan (US) and have a connecting flight from London. The halt in London is for 2 hrs. Do we need to pre book a test? Mumbai is our final destination. If yes, which test do we need to pre book? Rapid or Antigen? Cause it says Antigen results are available in 30-45 mins. Also, regardless of the result, my understanding is that now there is Home quarantine and no Institutional quarantine. Could you please confirm. Thanks.
Hi Kunal! You can pre-book a rapid RT-PCR test (the result of which is delivered within one hour). There is no antigen test available at Mumbai Airport. All international arrivals are subject to home-quarantine for 7 days.
Hi, i want to know if i am travelling from Kuwait for less than 7 days ,can i still need to quarantine ?, and can i come for only 3 days ?
Hi Pooja! Everyone traveling to India is subject to 7-day home quarantine.
Hello IndianEagle,
Can you please confirm if the mandatory home quarantine for ALL international arrivals is still required? The feedback from a few recent visitors from US to Mumbai/Maharashtra contradicts these quarantine requirements. everyone I talked to tell me that they were NOT required to quarantine.
thanks.
Hi VK! The guidelines issued on January 11, 2022 are still in effect. As per those guidelines, all international arrival are subject to 7-day home quarantine in India.
I am traveling Feb 15 from US to Mumbai Via Doha, Would I be subject to Quarantine in Mumbai. I will take all necessary test and air Suvidha form as required
Hi Bobby! All international arrivals are subject to home-quarantine for 7 days in India.
Dear team, all
I am flying from London to Mumbai on 12. Would I be subject of institutional quarantine if I test positive? can I take connecting flight and quarantine at my home if tested positive.
Hi Aditya! Whether you will be subjected to institutional quarantine on testing positive or not, that depends on the severity of your symptoms.
Hi IndianEagle,
Thanks a lot for sharing valuable info. My question is, can Mumbai be used for transit? Traveling from Tanzania to Mumbai (~11 hours layover in Mumbai, plan to remain at the airport without exiting), and to Sydney, Australia. Is this onward journey possible if I do not exit the airport at all? Or 7 day quarantine still applies?
Thanks in advance.
Hi Prish! We have little idea of your scenario. Please be advised to call the helpline of Delhi or Mumbai Airport for guidance.
Hello and thank you for your answers – this is very helpful in such times!
I am looking to travel to Mumbai (Thane) for 2 weeks, and either flying direct from 1) New York to Mumbai
or 2) Los Angeles to Mumbai via Dubai
Do I need to take any tests in Mumbai Airport, and does flying via any option still need a Mandatory home quarantine & 8th day RTPCR-TEST ??
Hi Gokul! Whether you travel to Mumbai directly or indirectly, 7-day home quarantine and RT-PCR testing on day 8 are mandatory. If you are fully-vaccinated and COVID negative, you are not subject to post-arrival testing unless you are found symptomatic in thermal screening or selected for random testing at Mumbai Airport.
Hi
I will be starting from USA and will be landing in Mumbai but my final destination is Pune. Do I have to go in 7 days home quarantine in Pune? I need to travel back to USA and plan to stay in Pune only for 5 days. In my case can I travel back to USA on the 6th day after my arrival in India> Please advise. Thanks
MD
Hi MD! As per the regulations, you won’t be able to travel back without completion of home-quarantine for 7 days and RT-PCR testing on day 8. You can quarantine yourself in the final destination, Pune.
Hi, I am flying from UK to Mumbai and then a connecting flight from Mumbai to Bihar. will I be allowed to take the connecting flight?
Hi Abhinav! You will be able to take the connecting flight only if you test negative in post-arrival RT-PCR testing at Mumbai Airport.
Hello
There are multiple newspaper articles dated Jan 16 saying that passengers from UAE are exempt from home quarantine requirements of 7 days. Can you please confirm?
Hi Robin! As per the new guidelines applicable from February 14, you don’t need to undergo home-quarantine if you are asymptomatic. Please go through https://www.indianeagle.com/travelbeats/india-revised-guidelines-for-international-arrivals/
I dont know if you are still responding to giving guidance as your last response is dated 22-2-10.
My question is how soon can I fill out the Air Suvidha form??? Since I dont need to take the RT-PCR test, I already have the information they want two months before my flight. Can I send it to them that soon??? Does it matter to them, when they get the information?? I may be in a place that does not have internet access right before my flight.
looking forward to your guidance as always.
Hi IAN! You are required to fill out a self-declaration form and upload your vaccine card on Air Suvidha within 72 hours before your international flight to India.
thanks for the answer.
I am returning to india through Mumbai airport from usa with a transit stop in Germany for two hours
What is the present situation
I have my certificates from india that I have taken the 2 vaccines plus booster
Thanks for your guidance as always
Hi Ian! You are required to upload on Air Suvidha a copy of the vaccine certificate downloaded from India government’s CoWin portal and carry the original document as well. You do also need to fill out a self-declaration form on Air Suvidha within 72 hours before traveling from the US.
We are travelling on 21 May 22; SFO-Delhi-Pune by Air India. We are fully vaccinated and will carry the Certificates. Other than uploading on Air Suvidha the information and the vaccination Certificates, do we have to do any thing else.? Will appreciate your guidance, particularly Delhi-Pune flght.
Good afternoon. I am flying the first flight Moscow – Tashkent – Dubai. And then five hours later Dubai-Mumbai-Phuket with one I n d i G o ticket. There is a Russian double vaccination certificate
SPUTNIK V . Do I need to take a PCR test 72 hours in advance to board the Dubai-Mumbai flight and stay in the transit area in Mumbai. What additional actions are required on my part for a transfer in Mumbai without leaving the transit zone. Thanks in advance. Alex.
Hi Alexey! In our knowledge, India is not in agreement with Russia for mutual recognition of vaccination certificate. Hence, you are required to take an RT-PCR test within 72 hours before undertaking the journey from Russia and upload the negative result on Air Suvidha.
Hi, I am travelling from NZ via Singapore with a stopover of 2 and half days at Singapore and hence will be doing an RT-PCR test within 72 hours before undertaking the journey from Singapore. Just wanted to know, if we still have to do an RT-PCR test on arrival at Mumbai airport?
Hi Rama! On arriving with a negative RT-PCR test report, you won’t have to undergo a test at Mumbai Airport. However, if thermal screening detects COVID symptoms in you, you will have to take a test on arrival.