Western Australia will reopen to international visitors on 5 February, permitting quarantine-free stays.

However, entry will be limited to double vaccinated immediate family members, including parents of adult Australian citizens and permanent residents. Double vaccinated Working Holiday Makers will also be permitted entry. This applies to those who possess working holiday visas and are aged 18-30, or 18-35 if an Irish citizen.
 
All visitors to Western Australia will be required to return a negative PCR test result within 72 hours prior to departure, within 48 hours of arrival and on day six. 

The planned easing of restrictions is based on latest projections for when Western Australia will achieve its target of 90% double vaccination for eligible residents aged 12 and above.

Western Australia premier Mark McGowan said: “WA’s unique position of zero-Covid and a 90% vaccination rate means border controls can ease with minimal community restrictions compared to other jurisdictions.”
 
The news follows an announcement earlier this month of a £99.6 million Reconnect WA package. The fund features a commitment to re-establish international and interstate flight routes disrupted by the pandemic, as well as targeting new routes. 

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