RAWALPINDI: The Civil Aviation Authority has revised guidelines regarding air travel to Gilgit-Baltistan (GB), making the Covid-19 vaccination certificate mandatory for passengers over the age of 30 years.

“No boarding will be allowed to passengers over the age of 30 years without the Covid-19 vaccination certificate,” the revised guidelines said.

However, boarding may be allowed to passengers of more than 30 years, who possess valid negative PCR test results conducted within 72 hours prior to the scheduled flight time until June 30.

In addition, the locals, residents and government officials, their families and government employees visiting Gilgit-Baltistan for official purposes will be exempted from the stipulations.

Published in Dawn, June 2nd, 2021