Ministry of the Interior: Obtaining the booster dose is a condition for the continuation of the immunization status 8 months after receiving the two doses

An official source in the Ministry of Interior stated that it is a reference to the previously announced requirement of immunization to enter activities and events, and to use public transportation.

And based on what health authorities have raised of the importance of obtaining booster doses of vaccines (Covid 19) to enhance the level of immunity among members of society, and to control outbreaks of the virus, especially its mutated strains.

The studies have proven the safety, effectiveness and importance of stimulant doses, given the chances of a decline in the levels of antibodies in the blood, after 6 months have passed from receiving the second dose, which calls for the need to confirm that those who have been 6 months or more since receiving the second dose, quickly receive the stimulant dose .

The source also stated that starting from Jumada Al-Thani 29 1443 AH corresponding to February 1, 2022 AD, receiving the booster dose will be considered a condition for the continuation of the appearance of the (fortified) condition in the (Tawakulna) application, for everyone who has been 8 months or more since receiving the second dose, for the 18 age groups year and older.

source clarified that as of the aforementioned date; The appearance of the status of (Muhsan) in the (Tawakkalna) application will be a condition for the following:

1- Entering any economic, commercial, cultural, sports or tourism activity.
2. Entering any cultural, scientific, social or recreational event.
3. Entering any governmental or private establishment, whether to perform business or audit.
4. Ride on planes and public transportation.

The categories excluded from taking the vaccine are excluded from this, according to what appears in the (Tawakkalna) application.

The source stressed the need for everyone to adhere to the precautionary measures, preventive measures and all approved health protocols.

He pointed out that all procedures and measures are subject to continuous evaluation by the competent health authorities, according to the developments in the epidemiological situation.