What is the difference for air vs. land travellers via Brunei?

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Differences in Travel Requirements for Air and Land Travellers via Brunei to Sarawak

Air travellers who stay overnight or are in transit in Brunei still require approval from the Sarawak Disaster Management Committee (JPBN) to enter Sarawak. In contrast, visitors traversing Brunei by land to cross the Sarawak border are exempt from needing approval from JPBN and the police. This distinction aims to manage the risks associated with different modes of travel and potential exposure durations.
Land Travellers Exempt from Approval

Individuals travelling by land through Brunei to enter Sarawak no longer need to obtain prior approval from JPBN or the police. This change streamlines the process for those crossing the border via land routes, reflecting the overall green zone status of Sarawak.
Air Travellers Still Require Approval

Conversely, air travellers who plan to stay overnight in Brunei or are merely transiting through the country before proceeding to Sarawak must still secure approval from JPBN. This requirement highlights a continued caution regarding potential exposure risks associated with air travel and longer layovers in other territories.
Sarawak's Green Zone Status

Sarawak has been declared a green zone, indicating fewer than 10 Covid-19 positive cases statewide. This status was achieved after Kuching, previously a yellow zone, recorded no new positive cases for 14 consecutive days. The Deputy Chief Minister, Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas, who also chairs JPBN, announced these relaxations in travel protocols.

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