08/07/2021
Slowly getting back!
NEW GUIDELINES FOR BORACAY TRAVEL
The world-renowned island resort will be open to all local travelers in the Philippines starting October 1, 2020. Here is a quick guide on the requirements, processes, list of hotels, and health and safety protocols for a more seamless and enjoyable visit to the island paradise of Boracay.
Guide for Tourists
Tourists are guests who intend to stay for at least one night in Boracay Island. This includes Aklanon Tourists.
1. Access https://aklan.gov.ph or https://bit.ly/2QzbUkZ and click Online Health Declaration. Choose Boracay in the Where To page.
2. Fill out required fields and click submit.
3. Upon submission, a confirmation with instructions will be displayed.
4. Save as copy of the HDC on your smartphone or if using a computer, have it printed.
5. Attach a copy of the HDC together with a copy of RT-PCR Negative Result, a copy of confirmed booking slip/form and proof of identification and send to [email protected]
6. Wait for the email response (successful or unsuccessful) of the Final Validator.
Processing takes less than a day after receipt of complete documents.
7. If processing is successful, a copy of HDC with Tourist QR Code will be sent back. Present this HDC with Tourist QR Code to authorities in the borders for scanning.
8. If processing is unsuccessful, resubmission of requirements or clarification may be required.
Reminder for Tourists
1. Email subject should be: OHDC-FamilyName, First Name
2. Multiple tourist documents can be sent in one email. Just include a listing of the names of the tourists.
3. Ensure that you are getting your RT-PCR Tests in accredited laboratories here: (https://hfsrb.doh.gov.ph/?page_id=1729) and your hotel booking in DOT Accommodation Establishments with CAO/PCAO in the Facebook Account of DOT VI Western Visayas (https://www.facebook.com/DOTR6WesternVisayas). Aklanon not required RTPCR Test negative result.
4. Keep the Tourist QR Code with you at all times.Have a printed or digital copy. The QR Code will be used in accessing services in Boracay Island.
Executive Order No. 005-C, Series of 2021 Posted on June 9, 2021 An Order Amending Further EO No. 005, Series of 2021 Dated 20 April 2021 Entitled: “An Order Providing Guidelines for Persons Entering the Province of Aklan Pursuant to Res. Nos. 98-A & 101, Series of 2021 Issued by the National IATF...