A statement from the Australian Health Protection Principal Committee (AHPPC) on hotel quarantine.The Australian Health Protection Principal Committee (AHPPC) considered the current quarantine arrangements for international travellers.
Since 28 March, Australia has required all incoming travellers to undertake 14 days quarantine in a hotel. AHPPC notes that this measure has been a key part of Australia’s successful response to COVID-19.AHPPC recommends that all international travellers must continue to quarantine for 14 days after entry into Australia.
The risk of COVID-19 in travellers returning from many countries is increasing, reinforcing the importance of quarantine as a protection measure.