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The mask mandate remains as-is for the Two Holy Mosques and visits must be scheduled through the Eatmarna or Tawakalna apps.<\/p>\n<h2>Social distancing will no longer be required during social events or in public places such as restaurants, wedding halls and movie theaters. However, masks are still required in indoor public spaces.<\/h2>\n<p>The shift is a clear indication of the kingdom\u2019s progress against the pandemic. Infections are at one of their lowest rates in the past year now.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"The kingdom moves towards a pre-COVID-19 reality. With over 50% of the population fully vaccinated, the masks can finally come off in outdoor spaces starting from tomorrow. Disclaimer alert! It\u2019s only for those who\u2019ve been fully vaccinated though. A slew of other coronavirus-related restrictions have also been dropped. 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