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Covid-19 Global Travel Restrictions

29 September 2020 17:00 UTC

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Below you will find useful information regarding every country around the world where travel restrictions or other

conditions are currently in effect.

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Countries highlighted in yellow represent those with updates since our last report.

Country Travel Restrictions and/or Special Conditions

Afghanistan International

• The Afghanistan Civil Aviation Authority has announced that reduced international

commercial flights are gradually resuming. Emirates, Turkish, Ariana, and Kam airlines are

resuming operations.

• All passengers travelling with Emirates and Fly Dubai from Afghanistan must be able to

present a COVID-19 negative certificate to be accepted for travel. This certificate must be

issued no more than 96 hours prior to commencing your travel by a laboratory accredited

to issue test certificates.

• Land borders with China, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan are shut, although

cargo and other essential traffic is exempt.

• The border with Iran is open.

• Pakistan has reopened its border with the country for trade.

• Arriving passengers who do not show COVID-19 symptoms are advised to quarantine for

14 days. Those with symptoms should contact the Ministry of Public Health for care.

Domestic

• Domestic flights are currently operating on a very limited basis.

• Movement between Kabul and the other provinces is restricted, although the movement

of essential goods and medical professionals are exempt.

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Special Conditions

• No more than four people are authorised to travel in vehicles. Police officers are issuing

fines to those that do not adhere to the measures.

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Albania International

• International commercial flights are operating.

• Tirana International Airport is open.

• A number of health a safety protocols are in place at airports and for the airlines, including

enhanced screening measures.

• Land borders are open with the exception of the border with Montenegro, which remains

closed until a further notice.

• Greek residents travelling to Greece from Albania you must complete an online Passenger

Locator Form (PLF) at least 48 hours before your arrival in Greece.

Domestic

• A state of emergency is no longer in effect.

• Public transportation is operating.

• In Tirana, public transportation capacity cannot exceed 70 percent, passengers must

remain at least one meter apart, and face masks and gloves are required in the vehicles

and at stations.

• Bars, cafes, restaurants, and swimming pools are allowed to open their indoor spaces.

Special Conditions

• Most large gatherings have been suspended. Social distancing should still be practiced.

• Most shops, beaches, gyms, malls, parks, pools, cultural centres, libraries, museums, and

entertainment venues have reopened.

• Face masks are required in indoor public spaces and on public transportation.

Algeria International

• Non-essential travel restrictions from Algeria to the European Union are gradually being

lifted; check individual countries.

• Algeria has suspended most non-cargo international flights and closed its land borders

until further notice.

• Ferry services are suspended until further notice.

Domestic

• Domestic flights have been cancelled.

• COVID-19 movement restrictions have been adjusted across Algeria. Currently, a curfew is

in effect in 29 of Algeria’s 48 provinces, including in Algiers, where the curfew is from

23:00-06:00. The other provinces covered by the curfew are: Boumerdes, Souk Ahras,

Tissemsilt, Djelfa, Mascara, Oum El Bouaghi, Batna, Bouira, Relizane, Biskra, Khenchela,

M’sila, Chlef, Sidi Bel Abbes, Médéa, Blida, Bordj Bou Arreridj, Tipaza, Ouargla, Bechar,

Constantine, Oran, Sétif, Annaba, Bejaia, Adrar, Laghouat, and El Oued.

• Additional restrictions and curfews may be implemented or re-imposed.

Special Conditions


• Buses and taxis in urban areas have resumed services with a limited number of passengers.

Taxi drivers are ordered to take one client only.

• Some businesses such as clothing and shoe shops, car rentals and hair salons are reopening.

• Large mosques, beaches, entertainment venues, hotels, restaurants, and cafes are

gradually reopening.

• Face masks are mandatory in all public places.

• Food markets, construction services, and barbershops have been allowed to reopen.

• A return date for schools has yet to be announced.

American

Samoa

International

• All international flights are suspended until further notice.

• All entry has been suspended except for permanent residents.

• All travellers must present proof of a negative COVID-19 test within 72 hours.

• A mandatory 14-day quarantine will be imposed on all arrivals.

• Hawaiian Airlines is not expected to resume flights between Hawaii and American Samoa

before September.

• Samoa Air and Talofa Air flights are suspended.

• Flights from Samoa to American Samoa to bring skilled and technical workers into the

territory have been put on hold due to changes in requirements. The Samoa government

now required travellers from American Samoa to have a negative COVID-19 test three days

before arrival at Faleolo airport.

Domestic

• A state of emergency is in effect until at least 30 September.

• Limited public transportation is operating.

Special Conditions

• Businesses are permitted to operate between 05:00 and 21:00 local time. All government

employees can resume full working hours.

• Public gatherings of more than 150 people are banned.

• Face masks and social distancing protocols are required in public spaces.

• Officials have implemented the following codes to determine the level of restrictions in

place. American Samoa is currently in CODE BLUE.

• Code Blue: While coronavirus-free. Entry permits are suspended until further notice,

except for residents and approved personnel. Schools are open. Public gatherings and

business operations are permitted.

• Code Yellow: With one or more confirmed COVID-19 cases, heightened hygiene practises

are expected across the islands. Businesses can only operate between 05:00 and 16:00

local time. Restaurants will be open for take away only. Families are encouraged to isolate.

Non-essential travel will be restricted. A curfew order beginning at 21:00 will be

implemented.

• Code Red: If experiencing a severe spread of COVID-19, all air and sea travel is suspended,

and ports of entry closed, except for military and cargo operations. Businesses can only

operate between 05:00 and 12:00 local time. All public gatherings are banned and all ASG

operations suspended.

• In regard to social gatherings, ceremonies for the bestowal of matai titles are now permitted but with social distancing practices and an attendance restriction of 50 couples.

• Visitors, both from around the US and overseas, are not be allowed to attend such title

bestowal events.


Andorra International

• The borders with France and Spain are open, although some restrictions may still take

effect for Andorrans entering Spain. Both primary and secondary roads are under police

surveillance for unauthorised entry/exit.

• If you are transiting through France or Spain, you should refer to the Spain travel advice or

France travel advice for information on local measures in place.

• Residents of Andorra are considered EU residents for the purpose of EU restrictions.

Domestic

• Localised confinements are taking place amid a surge in cases.

• Public transport in Andorra is operating at a reduced capacity.

Special Conditions

• Establishments such as restaurants, hotels, retail spaces, sports facilities, and cultural

centres are expected to be gradually reopening.

• Open businesses likely have capacity limits implemented.

• The majority of schools and training centres are shut.

• Staying at home as much as possible is being advised.

• Wearing a face mask is mandatory in public. People are encouraged to stay 1.5 metres

apart from each other.

Angola International

• Angola has closed all land and sea borders other than for cargo traffic, humanitarian aid,

and the transportation of ill travellers.

• Authorities have suspended international commercial flights to and from the country until

further notice.

• Passengers travelling to Angola must present a RT-PCR SARS-Cov-2 Molecular Biology test,

with a negative result, performed within 72 hours prior to travel, and may be subject to a

14-day quarantine period.

• Portugal Airline (TAP) resumes its commercial flights to Luanda (Angola) from Lisbon (Portugal).

• Angolan Airline (TAAG) has also started its international operations.

Domestic

• A state of public calamity is in effect until further notice.

• The government has relaxed a ban on commercial transit between provinces, but

movement for leisure purposes is still suspended.

• Luanda is under quarantine until at least 8 October. Personal travel to and from the area is

restricted.

• Public transport is operating at 50 percent capacity until 20:00 local time.

Special Conditions

• Large events and any gatherings over 50 people have been banned.

• Most businesses are able to resume operations at full capacity.

• Restaurants are open at 50 percent capacity until 21:00 local time. Other shops can remain

open until 19:00 local time.

• Hotels and guest houses are open.

• Schools and classes are expected to resume in October.

• Theatres and religious activities are suspended.


• Residents are being asked to remain indoors other than to acquire food and other

essential goods or services.

• Face masks are required in all public areas.

Anguilla International

• Commercial flights to and from Anguilla remain very limited.

• The general border closures and entry ban will remain in place through 31 October.

Regular tourism is not expected before November.

• If you wish to travel to Anguilla you will need prior approval from the Government’s Health

Team. You can apply for approval by completing the online form on the Government’s

COVID-19 website. As part of the approval process you must provide evidence of a

negative COVID-19 test taken 3 – 5 days before the planned date of your arrival. You will

be subject to testing on arrival and 10 -14 days quarantine in either a Government run

quarantine facility or a Government approved self-quarantine facility.

• There are no restrictions on those wishing to leave the country; however, options are

limited.

• The regular ferry service from Marigot Port (French St. Martin) to Blowing Point Ferry Port

has been suspended until further notice. Road Bay Port is open.

• Latest restrictions can be found here - https://beatcovid19.ai/

Domestic

• Emergency regulations have expired.

• Violation of social distancing measures can result in fines.

Specific Conditions

• Non-essential businesses have reopened as long as patrons and personnel adhere to social

distancing.

• Schools are partially open.

Antigua and

Barbuda

International

• V.C. Bird International Airport has reopened and is gradually resuming international

passenger flights.

• More airlines are expected to start returning to the islands.

• A travel bubble is sought with members of the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States

(OECS), Barbados, Trinidad and Tobago, Guyana, and Jamaica. Reciprocal easing is required

before implementation.

• A CARICOM bubble has been agreed. Antigua and Barbuda, Barbados, Dominica, Grenada, Montserrat, St Kitts and Nevis, St Lucia and St Vincent and the Grenadines will be in the bubble as they presently meet the criteria. It said that the level of risk would be determined by the number of positive cases per 100,000 of the population within a 14-day period. Only those countries with no cases and those in the low-risk category would be allowed to participate in the bubble. Countries within the bubble would be allowed entry without being subjected to PCR testing prior to arrival and would also not have to undergo quarantine restrictions. Travellers may, however, be subjected to screening on arrival.

• All passengers 12 years and older arriving by air in Antigua and Barbuda, including those transiting the country, must provide evidence of a negative COVID-19 RT-PCR test taken no more than seven days before arrival. Further health screening is in place at VC Bird International Airport and the private jet terminal for all international arrivals.

• Passengers arriving by sea are not required to provide evidence of a negative COVID-19 RT-PCR test but must enter via Nevis Street Pier in St John’s and follow the screening and quarantine instructions of Port Health.

https://beatcovid19.ai/


• The local authorities may instruct you to enter government-provided quarantine, for which a further fee of XCD 100 per night may be charged, depending on the results of their screening and testing procedures. Those with pre-booked hotel accommodation will normally be permitted to travel to their accommodation after screening.

• Those staying with family, friends, private accommodation or in their own place of residence will be subject to an interview to determine their suitability to leave for their private accommodation arrangements and may be required to self-quarantine for a period up to 14 days, at the discretion of the Health Authorities.

• Those not deemed to have suitable private accommodation arrangements will be obliged

to remain in government quarantine at their expense for between seven and 14 days.

Domestic

• A stage of emergency is still in place until 29 October.

• A nationwide curfew order is in effect daily between 23:00 and 05:00 local time until at

least 31 October. Movement during these hours is only permitted if seeking urgent

medical attention.

Special Conditions

• The wearing of face masks is mandatory whilst in public places, especially when entering

supermarkets and shops.

• Some non-essential businesses such as retailers and hardware shops have reopened, but

bars and nightclubs remain closed until further notice.

• Hotels are being reopened provided they follow strict health protocols.

• People may undertake exercise in open fields and on beaches.

• All social gatherings are prohibited until further notice.

• Failure to comply with any of the state of emergency regulations will result in either a fine

of 5,000 East Caribbean dollars or six months’ imprisonment.

Argentina International

• All inbound international flights are suspended and outbound flights are very limited.

• Commercial flights are scheduled to resume on 10 October.

• Argentine nationals can enter via land borders; however, they must self-isolate for 14

days.

• Austral Líneas Aéreas have announced that airline services will remain suspended until

September.

Domestic

• Domestic flights are suspended until 10 October.

• Nationwide quarantine restrictions remain in effect until 11 October.

• Buenos Aires Metropolitan Area has however begun to ease COVID-19 restrictions. A

three-phase reopening schedule for stores will take effect; local businesses will be allowed

to open. Bars and restaurants are gradually reopening. Furthermore, religious services

with congregations of no more than 20 people strictly heeding social distancing will be

permitted. Also, construction works of over 5,000 square metres or within three months of

completion and extending open-air restaurant and café services beyond pavements will be

allowed. Non-urgent medical attention at hospitals is possible again.

• In the remaining 18 territories, individuals are allowed to resume normal activities as long

as they maintain social distancing and face mask requirements.

• The availability and reopening of public transport is being assessed provincially.


Special Conditions

• Gatherings up to 10 people are permitted in public.

• Essential and some non-essential businesses are operating under social distancing

restrictions.

• Face masks are required in public spaces in many locations across the country.

Armenia International

• International flights should resume from mid-September, and visitors will not be required

to quarantine if they test negative upon arrival.

• There is no ban on returning citizens. Testing is required.

• All travellers permitted entry must undergo medical screening and may be subject to

isolation at a medical facility. A 14-day quarantine is required unless the individual obtains

a negative COVID-19 test result after arrival in the country.

• A list on banned countries can be found here - https://www.gov.am/en/covid-travel-

restrictions/

• Land borders with Georgia and Iran are closed, although cargo movement is exempt.

Domestic

• State of emergency replaced with a state of quarantine to allow nuanced restrictions as

needed such as curfews and quarantines. Restrictions expected to remain in place until at

least January 2021.

• Several COVID-19 restrictions have been eased. However, authorities are said to be

tightening anti-epidemic requirements due to rising cases.

• Public transport has resumed operations provided social distancing measures are followed.

Special Conditions

• Most businesses have been reopened.

• Public gatherings and family celebrations of up to 40 people are permitted if social

distancing measures are followed.

• It is mandatory to use face masks in public until further notice.

Aruba International

• Aruba has reopened borders to travellers from Europe, Canada, and Caribbean nations

(with the exception of the Dominican Republic and Haiti). No date has been set for visitors

from Latin America. Borders with the USA have reopened, and flights are taking place.

• US states with a high incidence of COVID-19 cases will only be allowed entry if they provide

proof of a negative test result prior to traveling to Aruba and will not have the option of

taking a test in Aruba.

• All travellers are required to complete the ‘Embarkation/Disembarkation card’

(https://edcardaruba.aw/) and must receive approval for entry into Aruba. They are

subject to testing at the port of entry if not arriving with a negative test result.

• A negative COVID-19 test result, not older than 72 hours, and the purchase of adequate

health insurance are also required upon entry.

• All mandatory entry requirements can be found here -

https://www.aruba.com/us/traveler-health-requirements

Domestic

• A national curfew remains in effect from 00:00 to 05:00 local time until further notice.

https://www.gov.am/en/covid-travel-restrictions/

https://www.gov.am/en/covid-travel-restrictions/

https://edcardaruba.aw/

https://www.aruba.com/us/traveler-health-requirements


Special Conditions

• Masks are mandatory in all indoor public spaces and on public transport.

• All indoor team sports and all contact sports have been suspended.

• Restaurants cannot seat more than four people at a table.

• Bars and nightclubs are closed.

• Casinos will have strict protocols that will be enforced.

• Ban on gatherings of more than four persons in public places. Exception is made for

weddings with suitable permits. This ban does not apply to hotels.

• All workplaces must enforce social distancing and if this is not possible, shields and

appropriate barriers must be in place.

Australia International

• Non-essential travel restrictions from Australia to the European Union are gradually being

lifted.

• Most outbound and inbound flights to Australia have been indefinitely suspended,

excluding New Zealand and cases with exceptional circumstances.

• Flights to New Zealand are currently not available until 31 October.

• Travellers arriving to Australia are required to quarantine for 14 days in a designated

facility.

• The number of citizens permitted to return to Australia from overseas are limited each

week.

• Qantas Airlines has officially removed most international flight bookings, except for New

Zealand, until 28 March 2021.

• Other airlines, including Delta, United, Air New Zealand and Qatar Airways are flying to the country with cargo and essential passengers.

• A foreign travel ban is in place for Australians until at least 17 December. • Australian citizens and permanent residents are banned or restricted from departing the

country by air or sea until at least 17 December.

• International cruises with 100 passengers or more are banned from entering the country

until at least 17 December.

Domestic

• The Government has announced a three stage-reopening plan for the economy.

• COVID-19 restrictions have been eased in several states, with many businesses reopening

at limited capacity.

• Each state is managing its own easing of restrictions with various dates provided.

• Travellers with plans to move across internal state borders should check for individual

state restrictions. Check here for the latest https://www.health.gov.au/news/state-

quarantine-requirements-for-interstate-travel

• Victoria State is now under a state of disaster. Residents must stay at home unless

performing the permitted essential activities listed as shopping for food and essential

items; care and caregiving; daily exercise or recreation; and work. Establishments including

restaurants, bars, gyms, cafes remain closed. Police powers have been expanded to

enforce the measures; fines of up to A$20,000 are possible.

• Queensland has closed its state borders with NSW and Victoria states. A border bubble

with NSW will be in place for some areas from 1 October; including, Byron, Ballina,

Lismore, Richmond Valley, and Glen Innes. Travel with the Australian Capital Territory will

be possible by air only.

• Tasmania’s borders are understood to remain closed until at least 1 December. Their state

of emergency is in place until 31 October.

https://www.health.gov.au/news/state-quarantine-requirements-for-interstate-travel

https://www.health.gov.au/news/state-quarantine-requirements-for-interstate-travel


• Domestic flights schedule capacities are increasing.

Special Conditions

• Social distancing measures are in effect at places such as shops, cafes, and restaurants.

• All members of the public are urged to keep at least 1.5 metres distance from others.

Restrictions are also in place on public transport at peak hours.

Austria International

• Austria’s government has decided to impose travel restrictions on countries, where the

coronavirus cases are surging, in an effort to stop the further spread of the virus.

• Travel is largely being permitted with EU countries, the Schengen Area, and the UK. As well

as from Egypt, Albania, Bangladesh, Belarus, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Brazil, Bulgaria,

Chile, Ecuador, India, Indonesia, Iran, Kosovo, Croatia, Mexico, Moldova, Montenegro,

Nigeria, North Macedonia, Pakistan, Peru, Philippines, Portugal, Romania, Russia, Sweden,

Senegal, Serbia, Spain (except the Canary Islands), South Africa, Turkey, Ukraine, United

States, and the Hubei Province in China, but with restrictions and entry requirements.

• Travellers from select high-risk countries must bring a negative COVID-19 test no older

than 72 hours as well as a health certificate to the point of entry or be tested upon arrival.

• Travellers are subject to a 10-day quarantine period.

• Border controls are being reinforced and strengthened with Slovenia and Hungary.

• For specific exemptions to restrictions see here (in German) - https://www.bmeia.gv.at/reise-aufenthalt/reisewarnungen/

• Austrian Airlines have partially resumed flight schedules.

• Innsbruck airport has reopened to commercial passenger operations with limited

operating hours.

• Travel warnings are also in place for Prague and French regions, including Paris and Cote

d’Azur.

Domestic

• A ‘traffic light’ system has been implemented across the country. This assigns either a red,

orange, yellow, or green colour based on a regions epidemic situation. More information

can be found here: https://corona-ampel.gv.at/

• Face masks are compulsory on public transport.

• Restrictions on large gatherings still remain and will be aligned with the infection rate.

Special Conditions

• The government has allowed all shops to reopen as well as restaurants, given that new

hygiene measures are practiced.

• Face masks are compulsory when in public.

• Accommodations, tourist sites, pools, and other leisure spaces have reopened.

Azerbaijan International

• International flights are generally prohibited, and land borders remain closed until at least

31 September. This does not include cargo and special charter flights.

• Azerbaijan Airlines (AZAL) and Turkish Airlines are offering multiple weekly flights between

Baku and Istanbul. AZAL is also offering weekly flights from Baku to London and Berlin. The

main objective is to repatriate citizens.

• Azerbaijan residents, nationals, and those with work permits may enter the county;

however, passengers entering and departing Azerbaijan must test negative for COVID-19

https://www.bmeia.gv.at/reise-aufenthalt/reisewarnungen/

https://corona-ampel.gv.at/


no more than 48 hours before flying. Arrivals must complete a Public Health Passenger

Locator Form and complete a mandatory 14-day quarantine in a government-provided

facility.

• If on arrival the test is negative, the passenger will not be required to stay in a state

quarantine facility. However, you will still need to self-isolate for 14 days and will have to

abide by the restrictions on movement which remain in force for everybody in Azerbaijan.

• The issuance of e-visas and visa on arrival has suspended.

Domestic

• Azerbaijan has extended the nationwide quarantine regime until 2 November, while

relaxing some of lockdown rules.

• The country has also extended the special quarantine regime for Ganja, Mingechevir, and

Yevlakh, as well as in the Jalalabad, Masalli, Goranboy, Goygol, Barda, Khachmaz, and

Saylan districts until.

• Under the new quarantine rule, restrictions on entry and exit from Azerbaijan’s Baku,

Sumgayit cities and Absheron region (except for intercity and inter-regional passenger

transportation) will be lifted.

• There is a change in the SMS permit system to control the citizens’ movement. According

to the new rules, the duration of the permits has been extended from two to three hours.

Some cities no longer require the permit for movement.

• Public transport in many locations is being halted on weekends.

• Military personnel are reportedly being deployed to enforce the quarantine measures in

the aforementioned locations.

• Indoor catering facilities are allowed to operate in compliance with the relevant rules of

the quarantine regime.

• Restrictions are eased concerning gatherings in public places, as well as on streets,

boulevards, parks, and other places for groups consisting of over 10 people.

Special Conditions

• It is mandatory to wear a face mask and carry identity papers when in public. There are

fines for repeated violations.

• Sports competitions can be held in the open air without spectator participation.

• Certain retail shops, production facilities, and outdoor dining at restaurants are gradually

resuming. Capacity limitations are likely in place.

Bahamas International

• International commercial flights are permitted to enter from all countries.

• Officials are recommending that all international travel to and from the Bahamas is limited

to essential reasons.

• Private international flights and charters, as well as private vessels and yachts, from all

foreign countries are permitted.

• Travellers to the Bahamas are required to adhere to the following measures:

• All passengers aged 10+ must present a negative COVID-19 PCR test result, not older than

5 days, upon arrival.

• Travellers are required to complete and get approval from a ‘Bahamas Health Visa’

application before departure and the document must be presented at check-in and arrival

at a port of entry.

• All inbound travellers regardless of nationality are subject to a 14-day quarantine period at a private residence, a hotel or private club, a private boat, or a government mandated facility.


• All incoming travellers should have travel insurance the covers COVID-19 for the duration of their trip to Bahamas.

• Visitors will be required to wear face masks in “any situation where it is necessary to

enforce physical distancing guidelines.

• There are no restrictions on those seeking to leave the country; however, limited options

may be available.

• British Airways plan to resume in October. This is subject to change.

Domestic

• A state of public emergency is in place until 30 September.

• Inter-island travel is currently prohibited.

• Curfew orders are being imposed between 22:00 and 05:00 local time for Grand Bahama,

Andros, Crooked Island, Acklins, Eleuthera, Cat Island, Exuma, Bimini, the Berry Islands,

Mayaguana, Inagua, and Abaco.

• No curfews are in effect for Chub Cay, Long Cay, Long Island, Rum Cay, Ragged Island, and

Spanish Wells.

• Anyone permitted travel to the Family Islands from Nassau is required to quarantine for 14

days.

• Police checkpoints are understood to have been established across various islands, with

authorities advising the public to carry identification with them in public.

• It is scheduled by mid-October; all beaches will reopen and social gathering up to 10

people will be permitted.

Special Conditions

• Businesses are permitted to operate until 21:00 local time daily.

• Indoor and outdoor dining is not permitted. Restaurants can only operate for takeaway

and delivery services. Hotel restaurants are exempt.

• Business operating hours or days remain restricted on Grand Bahama, Abaco, New

Providence, and the Family Islands.

• Most schools remain closed.

• Social distancing and wearing face masks is obligatory for everyone leaving their own

property.

Bahrain International

• Bahrain International Airport remains open, including for transit and transfer passengers, and visas on arrival have been reintroduced for a designated list of nationalities.

• All arrivals into Bahrain will be required to undergo and pay for the enhanced arrivals testing procedure for COVID-19 and need to self-quarantine until test results have been received. Testing costs 30 Bahraini Dinar, per test. The Government of Bahrain has stated that anyone subjected to self-isolation/quarantine must comply or face up to three months in jail and a fine of up to 10,000 BHD.

• Any person staying in Bahrain for 10 days or more must repeat the testing procedure on the 10th day following their arrival in the Kingdom.

• Passengers must also download the “BeAware” app in advance of testing. • If you are planning to travel from Bahrain to Saudi Arabia, only certain categories of

expatriates holding valid visas (exit/entry, business, residence/Iqama, and visit) are allowed to enter and exit the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

• Transit and transfer passengers are permitted to use Bahrain International Airport without

the requirement to undergo testing.

• The King Fahd Causeway, connecting Bahrain with Saudi Arabia, is open for Saudis to

return to Saudi Arabia. Bahrain has announced entry procedures for passengers arriving


through the King Fahd Causeway linking it to Saudi Arabia. As part of the procedures,

arrivals have to undergo a PCR test to detect if they have COVID-19 at the causeway at the

cost of 60 dinars, with all arrivals required to self-isolate until receiving a negative test

result.

Domestic

• Restrictions are being eased. However, due to a recent rise in COVID-19 cases the new school year has been delayed. In addition, citizens and residents are urged to avoid public gatherings.

• Masks are mandatory in public spaces.

Special Conditions

• Schools and universities are closed.

• Gatherings of over five people have been banned. Special occasions may see gatherings up

to 20 people.

• All shops are open, with strict social distancing measures in place.

• Gyms, outdoor sports venues, sport halls, outdoor cinemas, mosques, and pools are

reopening.

• Restaurants are open for delivery or take-away services only. However, tourist and hotel

restaurants are gradually reopening.

Bangladesh International

• Limited commercial passenger flights have resumed. Flights will run with capacity

limitations and temperature checks will be completed before boarding.

• International rail services with India are suspended.

• Flights are operating to China for Chinese nationals only.

• All travellers arriving in Bangladesh are required to undergo a mandatory 14-day

quarantine, regardless of nationality and traveller type.

• Furthermore, all foreigners arriving in Bangladesh must submit a health certificate

obtained within 72 hours prior to their arrival indicating that they are COVID-19 free, in

addition to a valid visa.

• Passengers with a No Visa Required certificate (an arrangement for foreign nationals of

Bangladeshi heritage) arriving in Bangladesh without a medical certificate indicating they

are COVID-19 negative, or such passengers who display symptoms, will be placed into

quarantine in a government facility for 14 days.

• Bangladesh Airlines, Qatar Airways, Emirates, Turkish Airlines, Thai Airways, China

Southern Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, along with local airlines US-Bangla, NovoAir, and

Regent Airways are operating limited routes.

• Air Arabia, fly Dubai, SriLankan Airlines, Malaysia Airlines, and Malindo Air have sought

permission from the Civil Aviation Authority of Bangladesh (CAAB) to operate their flights.

• Some airlines may require passengers to carry a certificate confirming a negative test for

COVID-19 on departure from Bangladesh. You should confirm any such requirement with

your airline in advance of your departure.

• There are no longer capacity restrictions, however carriers must provide spare seating for

passengers suspected of having COVID-19. Passengers in aisle and centre seating will be

provided face masks free of charge.

Domestic

• A nationwide curfew will remain in place, prohibiting people to leave their residence from

22:00 to 05:00 local time.


• The government has divided areas under red, yellow, and green zones based on the

number of COVID-19 cases. A strict lockdown is imposed in Red Zones, whilst some

restrictions will be in place in Yellow Zones, and Green Zones will have no restrictions.

• Over 45 areas of the Dhaka metropolitan area have been placed under a Red Zone.

• There are restrictions regarding movement between districts.

• Flight operations on domestic routes are being re-introduced.

Special Conditions

• Markets, shops, and malls are permitted to operate until 20:00, but social distancing and

hygiene measures must be implemented.

• Restrictions on gathering sizes are in place for Red Zones.

• Educational institutions remain closed until at least 3 October.

• Face masks must be worn inside all workplaces (public and private), places of worship,

hotels, shops, malls, markets, restaurants, hospitals and at social gatherings. You should

also wear a mask at home if anyone in your residence is displaying COVID-19 symptoms.

Barbados International

• International commercial flights are gradually resuming at Grantley Adams International

Airport.

• Flights are scheduled to begin with services from Canada, then the United Kingdom and

the United States.

• All travellers are required to complete an online Immigration and Customs Form and

Embarkation/Disembarkation (ED) Form within the past 72 hours before arrival.

• A 14-day quarantine has been replaced with a COVID-19 PCR testing requirement.

• Travellers are to be assigned a low, medium, or high-risk level upon arrival, based on which

country they have come from, to determine the level of health screening required upon

arrival.

• High Risk: Countries with > 10,000 new cases in prior 7 days AND Community

Transmission. - Many countries are in this high burden group at this time including the

Argentina, Bahamas, Belize, Brazil, British Virgin Islands, Colombia, Dominican Republic,

France, Guyana, Haiti, India, Ireland, Italy, Jamaica, Mexico, Netherlands, Panama, Peru,

Philippines, Puerto Rico, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Spain, South Africa, Suriname, Sweden,

Switzerland, Trinidad and Tobago, Turkey, Turks and Caicos Islands, USA, U.S. Virgin

Islands, and Venezuela.

• Medium risk: Countries with 101-10,000 new cases in prior 7 days AND Community

Transmission. - Some countries in this grouping currently include Bermuda, Canada,

Estonia, Germany, Ghana, Greece, Iceland, Japan, Martinique, Norway, United Kingdom,

and the United Arab Emirates.

• Low risk: Countries with < 100 new cases in prior 7 days AND not in the Community

Transmission Category. These countries include many in CARICOM as well as Australia,

Cuba, Egypt, and Sri Lanka. Very low-risk countries include Anguilla, Antigua and Barbuda,

Cayman Islands, China, Dominica, Finland, Greenland, Grenada, Montserrat, New Zealand,

Saint Lucia, Saint Kitts and Nevis, and Saint Vincent and the Grenadines. Each individual

traveller has to be assessed for his/her individual risk of carrying the disease since

asymptomatic carriage is possible.

• If arriving from a high-risk location, travellers must take a polymerase chain reaction (PCR)

test at the airport and stay there until the results come in. Travelers with a negative test

result must quarantine for 14 days and may take a second test after 5-7 days and will be

allowed to leave quarantine after receiving negative results from the second test.


• If arriving from a moderate-risk location, travellers must also take a PCR test and may

leave the airport if a negative test result is returned. Travelers testing negative will be

required to submit to a daily health assessment for a 14-day period. A second test may be

taken 5-7 days after the first, and if a second negative result is returned the daily health

assessment is no longer required.

• If arriving from a low-risk location, travellers may present a negative test result taken

within the last 72 hours or take a test at the airport. If a negative result is received the

traveller may leave the airport.

• If you arrive in Barbados without a qualifying negative test, you will be subjected to a

mandatory test on arrival and will be required to quarantine until the result is received.

• You may also be required to quarantine at any stage of your visit if the Government of Barbados deems that you have come into close contact with a COVID-19 positive individual.


• Latest information found here - https://www.visitbarbados.org/covid-19-travel-guidelines-

2020

Domestic

• Curfew orders have been lifted.

Special Conditions

• All retail operators have been given approval to reopen their doors. However, these are

not unconditional re-openings.

• Wearing a face mask is actively encouraged and some premises will only allow you to enter

if you are wearing a face mask. You may have your temperature taken when entering

some premises.

• Spectator sports and entertainment events up to 500 people can resume, provided that

masks are worn, and social distancing guidelines are followed. Events with more than 500

people are permitted.

Belarus International

• International travel to and from Belarus is still permitted, but all arrivals from countries

affected by COVID-19 are subject to self-isolate for 14 days, excluding passengers in

transit.

• Borders are open but delays are likely due to enhanced screening.

• Neighbouring countries have implemented restrictions at their borders with Belarus.

• Belavia Airlines is operating to multiple major European cities including Amsterdam,

Frankfurt, London, Paris, Rome, and Belgrade.

Domestic

• Belavia Airlines is requiring travellers to wear face masks on flights and while going

through check-in and security screening at Minsk National Airport.

• Note there are reports of Russian nationals using Belarus to navigate other border

closures.

https://www.visitbarbados.org/covid-19-travel-guidelines-2020

https://www.visitbarbados.org/covid-19-travel-guidelines-2020


Special Conditions

• All businesses are allowed to operate as long as they adhere to social distancing measures.

• In Minsk, restaurants and cafes must ensure social distancing is practiced. Hotels are

conducting temperature checks. Churches and other places of worship are open but

require regular cleaning.

Belgium International

• Borders are now open for travel to and from the European Union, including the United

Kingdom and the four other Schengen countries (Switzerland, Liechtenstein, Iceland, and

Norway). There is no longer a 14-day quarantine requirement for these nations.

• Belgium has not opened its borders to the 14 non-EU countries approved by the European

Union, until further notice.

• The Belgian Government has introduced a traffic light system of high, medium, and low

risk regions in the EU, UK and the four non-EU Schengen countries. See list here -

https://diplomatie.belgium.be/en

• Travellers from high risk (red) regions will be required to self-isolate for 14 days and

provide their contact details to the authorities. Non-essential travel is not permitted to

these regions.

• Travellers entering Belgium from ‘orange’ regions are asked to be vigilant.

• International arrivals from outside the EU, UK and the four Schengen countries remain

subject to entry checks to prevent non-essential travel. UK and EU nationals will be able to

enter Belgium from outside the EU, the four other Schengen countries, or the UK but will

be required to self-isolate for 14 days and provide their contact details to the authorities.

• All international arrivals are required to complete a ‘Passenger Locator Form’ two days

before entry. Inbound and outbound passengers in their destination for less than 48 hours

are not required to complete this form.

Domestic

• Domestic travel is permitted.

• Face masks are required on public transportation by anyone over the age of 12.

• COVID-19 containment measures have been tightened. Wearing face masks will be

compulsory in public, including at outdoor markets, shopping streets, and other crowded

areas. Tighter measures will also be imposed in bars and restaurants, with customers

having to leave their contact details to facilitate tracing in case of localised outbreaks.

Shops will have to close by 22:00 local time. Local authorities could also restore full

lockdowns on communities if epidemiological data warrants them.

• From 1 October, face mask rules will be eased to in shops, cinemas, on public transport

and in crowded streets.

• Individuals who have come into contact with a COVID-19 patient are required to self-

isolate for 14 days; from 1 October, this will reduce to a seven day period. However, one

can request two PCR tests and potentially shorten the quarantine period.

Special Conditions

• Gatherings are limited to 200 people indoors and 400 outdoors. Larger-scale events will

remain prohibited.

• Bars, restaurants, and other social and cultural venues now reopened. Nightclubs have

been advised to remain closed.

• Markets have reopened.

https://diplomatie.belgium.be/en


• Some school classes have resumed.

• Conferences, casinos, banqueting and reception halls, amusement parks, and indoor

playgrounds are gradually reopening.

• Face masks are required in Brussels and Antwerp in public spaces.

• The latest information can be found here - https://www.info-

coronavirus.be/en/faq/#measures

Belize International

• All borders are closed, and international flights are suspended to Philip Goldon

International Airport in Belize until 1 October.

• Exceptions have been made for citizens, residents, and diplomats who are allowed to cross

the land border at Santa Elena.

• When borders reopen, passengers will need to rеgіѕtеr on the Веlіzе Неаlth and Тrаvеl

Арр аnd bооkіng thе hоtеl, with hotels аѕkеd tо еnсоurаgе guеѕtѕ tо bе tеѕtеd аt lеаѕt 72

hоurѕ bеfоrе thеу аrrіvе, wіth а nеgаtіvе rеѕult ѕесurіng а ‘fаѕt-trасk аrrіvаl’ рrосеѕѕ. A

second test may be required.

• Оn tоuсhdоwn аt thе РGІА, vіѕіtоrѕ wіll fасе hеаlth ѕсrееnіng, tеmреrаturе сhесkѕ аnd

vеrіfісаtіоn оf hеаlth іnfоrmаtіоn uѕіng thе QR Соdе numbеr frоm thе Арр, аnd thоѕе

рrеѕеntіng а nеgаtіvе СОVІD-19 tеѕt wіll bе сlеаrеd thrоugh thе fаѕt lаnе.

• Fоr thоѕе wіthоut а tеѕt, thеу wіll bе tеѕtеd аt thеіr соѕt wіth rаріd tеѕt kіtѕ; а роѕіtіvе

rеѕult mеаnѕ thеіr vасаtіоn wіll bе ѕреnt іn quаrаntіnе fоr аt lеаѕt 14 dауѕ. Тhоѕе tеѕtіng

nеgаtіvе mау bе rаndоmlу ѕеlесtеd fоr а РСR tеѕt but thеу wіll bе сlеаrеd thrоugh tо

Іmmіgrаtіоn аnd Сuѕtоmѕ

• Оnlу аuthоrіsеd trаnѕроrt (drіvеrѕ whо саn сlеаn аnd ѕаnіtіzе thеіr vеhісlеѕ аnd gеt thеіr

guеѕtѕ tо аnd frоm) wіll bе аllоwеd аt thе Аіrроrt аnd tоurѕ mау bе mаdе bу арроіntmеnt

оnlу.

Domestic

• The state of emergency has ceased and curfew restrictions lifted

• Domestic air, land, and sea travel is permitted for essential purposes, and Philip Gordon

International Airport is currently offering limited domestic flights.

Special Conditions

• The number of people allowed at social gatherings is 10 with social distancing measures in

place. Private parties are prohibited.

• Nightclubs and bars are closed. Sporting and recreational events are suspended.

• Social distancing measures are to be followed at all times in public places.

• Face masks are required in public spaces and on public transportation.

Benin International

• Borders are closed to all non-essential travel and there are limited flight options to and

from the country.

• Cotonou Cadjehoun International Airport has reinforced measures in place for visitors

arriving in Benin. All arriving passengers must undergo mandatory COVID-19 testing - one

test on arrival and a second test 14 days after the first negative test result. These tests are

at passenger expense; fees are 100,000 FCFA (approximately £136) inclusive for two tests,

payable to airlines at the time of booking flights. Passengers will be required to leave their

passports with Immigration Police for 72 hours until the first test results are received.

https://www.info-coronavirus.be/en/faq/#measures

https://www.info-coronavirus.be/en/faq/#measures


• All departing passengers must undergo testing at Cotonou Cadjehoun International Airport

or Palais des Congres. Fees are 50,000 FCFA (normal service) or 75,000 FCFA (premium

service).

• All passengers must complete a health form online via

https://centresurveillancesanitaire.com/formular

• New visas issuance has been suspended.

Domestic

• Public transportation services have resumed at a limited capacity to allow for social

distancing.

• Movement within regions and between urban centres has resumed.

Special Conditions

• Places of worship and bars have re-opened in addition to select restaurant and commercial

stores. Children, teenagers, and the elderly are advised not to attend prayers.

• Social distancing and face masks are required in public.

• Group gatherings of 50 or more are banned.

• A vehicle may carry a maximum of three people.

Bermuda International

• Borders have reopened to foreigners, with measures in place to limit the risk of imported

infections.

• Before arriving, within 48-hours, travellers must complete a travel authorisation process

form online, and pay a $75 fee which would include COVID-19 testing in-country.

• Upon arrival, passengers must show proof of a negative PCR test result from within the

past 72 hours. They are also subject to another PCR test in-country and isolation until the

test results are determined.

• Face masks should be worn at the airport and while on the aircraft.

• During a traveller’s stay, they must undergo further PCR testing on days 4, 8, and 14 at

centres across Bermuda.

• It is important that travellers adhere to the COVID-19 guidance and quarantine in their

accommodation until airport tests results are ready. Failure to adhere to guidelines could

result in a fine of up to $25,000 and/or up to six months’ imprisonment.

• These restrictions include travellers from the UK (overseas territory).

• Any travellers arriving in Bermuda without a pre-departure test taken in the country

visited will be required to test on arrival and quarantine for at least eight days.

• For full details on testing and quarantine requirements see here -

https://www.gotobermuda.com/bta/press-release/bermuda-tourism-authority-update

Domestic

• Bermuda has lifted its curfew.

• Locations selling alcohol must close by midnight.

• Full public transport has resumed.

Special Conditions

• Face masks are required to be worn and social distancing adhered to in public.

• Cinemas, museums, and retail stores are open with capacity limitations.

• Restaurants can offer indoor dining as long as social distancing is maintained.

• Churches and gyms are allowed to reopen subject to public health guidance.

https://centresurveillancesanitaire.com/formular

https://www.gotobermuda.com/bta/press-release/bermuda-tourism-authority-update


• Gatherings are limited to 75 people or less.

Bhutan International

• All borders with neighbouring countries have been closed and travel is suspended until

further notice with the exception for Bhutanese nationals.

• Visas on Arrival are temporarily suspended.

• All travellers entering the country are subject to a 21-day quarantine.

Domestic

• The national lockdown is being eased. Under the new guidelines, people will be allowed to

leave their homes for non-essential activities like walking from Tuesday to Thursday.

• Public transport has resumed. • Inter-district travel has resumed.

Special Conditions

N/A

Bolivia International

• Air borders are open and commercial flights may operate. Land borders are closed.

• Returning Bolivian citizens and residents, diplomats, members of special missions and

international organizations, technical specialists, and drivers of international goods and

cargo are exempt from any travel restrictions.

• Boliviana de Aviación (BOA) has announced that inbound citizens, residents, and foreigners

permitted entry into the country will no longer be required to quarantine at a designated

hotel upon arrival.

• Travellers must complete and submit a sworn medical statement to a Bolivian Embassy or

Consulate before their journey. A negative COVID-19 PCR test result, not older than seven

days, is also required by passengers.

Domestic

• Bolivia has declared a 'State of Public Calamity' due to COVID-19.

• A national quarantine order is in place until 30 September.

• A nationwide curfew is in place between 20:00-05:00 local time during weekdays and

16:00-05:00 local time on weekends.

• Persons and vehicles are prohibited from circulating between the hours of 20:00 and 05:00

local time, but may circulate during the day Monday through Friday. On Saturday and

Sunday, vehicles and people are allowed to circulate between the daytime hours of 05:00

and 16:00 local time.

• In La Paz, city and department movement will be regulated in accordance with ID card

numbers and all movement is suspended on weekends.

Special Conditions

• Businesses that produce or sell food, fuel, medicine, or hygiene products are allowed to

operate.

• Religious sites are allowed to operate at limited capacity.

• Departmental and municipal governments can determine what commercial activity and

other services and activities to allow if not governed by the national decree and may

impose additional restrictions as well.

• Schools are closed and public events and gatherings have been cancelled.


• Social distancing and the use of masks in public places remains mandatory.

• Be cautious of the sale of chlorine dioxide which can have fatal consequences.

Bonaire, Sint

Eustatius, and

Saba

International

Bonaire

• Entry to Bonaire is restricted to most foreign travellers.

• Visitors are being permitted entry from low-risk countries such as the Netherlands,

Switzerland, France, Germany, Belgium, Saba, and Saint Eustatius. Travellers from these

locations are not required to quarantine.

• Any traveller from a high-risk country must first spend 14 days in a low-risk country before

travelling to Bonaire.

• Aruba, Sint Maarten, and Curacao are now considered high-risk locations. The airspace

with Bonaire remains open, but restrictions are likely re-imposed on travel.

• Visitors are limited to 1,000 per week, with all inbound passengers required to complete a health declaration form and are advised to undergo a COVID-19 test within 72 hours of arrival.

• Visitors from low-risk countries in Europe are required to provide proof of a negative PCR

test result not older than 72 hours prior to check-in. Those without the proper

documentation will be required to quarantine for 14 days upon arrival.

• Screening measures have been implemented at Bonaire Airport and the Harbour.

Saba

• Travel is possible from Sint Eustatius, Sint-Maarten, Aruba, Europe, and Canada. • Leisure travel is no longer permitted with Curacao and Bonaire. Anyone permitted entry

from these locations must enter a mandatory quarantine.

• Because St. Maarten and Aruba are opening their borders to also North America, leisure

travel from those islands remains prohibited.

• The possibility of leisure travel from high-risk countries is not expected before 1 October.

• A 14-day quarantine period remains in effect. Essential workers may be exempt.

• Quarantine measures by destination group can be found here -

https://www.facebook.com/notes/public-entity-saba/entry-and-quarantine-policy-saba-

september-10th/10164118072290383/?__tn__=HH-R

• Cargo boats are still able to travel to Saba, as well as the ferries and airlines, although their

schedules may change because of the decrease in passenger travel.

Sint Eustatius

• Some international travel is permitted from ‘low risk’ countries.

• Low-risk locations currently include Saba, Bonaire, Curacao, Saint Kitts and Nevis, and

Aruba. Travellers from these areas will not be required to quarantine or undergo testing

upon arrival.

• Travellers from medium-risk countries such as the Netherlands, Belgium, Germany, and

France are permitted; however, will require a quarantine on arrival.

• Visitors from high-risk countries such as the US, Dominican Republic, UK, Sint Maarten, and

many locations in south and central America are required to isolate at a government

facility, be tested prior to arrival, and re-tested on their 12th day in quarantine.

• Quarantine measures by destination group can be found here -

https://www.statiagovernment.com/key-topics/covid-19/travel-and-quarantine-policy

• All inbound travellers must complete a travel questionnaire at least 12 hours prior to

arrival.

Domestic

Bonaire

https://www.facebook.com/notes/public-entity-saba/entry-and-quarantine-policy-saba-september-10th/10164118072290383/?__tn__=HH-R

https://www.facebook.com/notes/public-entity-saba/entry-and-quarantine-policy-saba-september-10th/10164118072290383/?__tn__=HH-R

https://www.statiagovernment.com/key-topics/covid-19/travel-and-quarantine-policy


• An Emergency Ordinance is in effect until 1 October.

• Restrictions have been enhanced, see the latest here -

https://www.facebook.com/notes/openbaar-lichaam-bonaire/speech-island-governor-

rijna/1039062283218832/

Saba

• Domestic restrictions have been lifted.

• Bars and restaurants are open, all shops and schools are open and there is no enforced

physical distancing of 1.5 metres between persons or limitations on gatherings.

Sint Eustatius

• A curfew has been introduced between 19:00 and 06:00 local time. • Gatherings in public spaces are prohibited. • Face masks are required in most public premises.

• Restaurants and bars are closed; take away services are allowed. • Other close contact businesses are closed. • Latest restrictions can be found here - https://www.facebook.com/euxgov

Special Conditions

Bonaire

• Swimming, religious services, restaurants, bars, and the casino are allowed again providing

people obey social distancing guidelines, and not allow more than 50 people on the

premises.

Bosnia and

Herzegovina

International

• The country’s four international airports are gradually resuming operations.

• Land borders with Croatia, Serbia, and Montenegro have also reopened. • Travellers from European Union/Schengen countries, Croatia, Montenegro, and Serbia are

permitted entry and must present a negative PCR test upon arrival.

• Foreign nationals who overstay the 90-day limit are subject to penalties.

Domestic

• Domestic public transport is partially operating.

• Republika Srpska has extended most social distancing measures and restrictions.

Special Conditions

• Most public venues, restaurants, and cafes have reopened on the condition that only one

person is in ten square metres of space.

• Gatherings must stay under 100 people when indoors and 300 when outdoors.

• It is compulsory to wear a face mask when outside in public spaces.

Botswana International

• All of Botswana's borders are closed, except for residents and citizens.

• There are currently no commercial flights in to or out of the country.

• Nationals and residents of Botswana will be quarantined for 14 days upon entry.

• Travellers can no longer obtain a visa on arrival.

• There is mandatory testing of cross border travellers.

Domestic

• A state of public emergency is in place until the end of March 2021.

• The country is still divided into nine geographical zones, and movement between zones

requires an essential travel permit. Exemptions have been made for national holidays.

https://www.facebook.com/notes/openbaar-lichaam-bonaire/speech-island-governor-rijna/1039062283218832/

https://www.facebook.com/notes/openbaar-lichaam-bonaire/speech-island-governor-rijna/1039062283218832/

https://www.facebook.com/euxgov


• Those travelling within their zone of residence do not require movement permits;

however, this can change depending on threat level.

• The lockdown of Greater Gaborone is lifted.

• Air Botswana has resumed domestic operations, with health precautions.

Special Conditions

• All businesses have been allowed to reopen, subject to government guidelines, including

temperature screening, admittance of no more than 10 people, cleaning and disinfecting

two to three times per day, hand sanitising upon entry and throughout the establishment,

and a register of all who enter.

• Wearing of face masks is mandatory.

Brazil International

• Government officials have extended the coronavirus-related travel restrictions in place for national land and sea borders. The ban is said to be in place until at least 23 October. Authorities are permitting the entry of foreign nationals by air travel to all airports, shedding restrictions previously in place at specific airports. At present, arriving air passengers planning to stay for up to 90 days are expected to provide proof of health insurance covering the given itinerary. The policy must reflect a minimum coverage of 30,000 Brazilian reals.

• Foreign citizens are allowed to enter Brazil by air, except for the Mato Grosso do Sul, Paraiba, Rondonia, Rio Grande do Sul, and Tocantins states.

• Non-resident foreign travellers are not being permitted to enter through airports in Goias, Mato Grosso do Sul, Roraima, Rondonia, Rio Grande do Sul, and Tocantins states.

• Travellers that arrive by air and staying less than 90 days will be required to have health insurance that covers them in Brazil before being permitted to depart.

• All inbound passengers are required to present a medical declaration issued by a health

official or doctor confirming they are negative for COVID-19, written in either English,

Spanish, or Portuguese. A sole negative COVID-19 rest result will not suffice.

• Direct commercial flights to the UK are available with LATAM. There are a number of

scheduled indirect flights via mainland Europe or the US.

• KLM, TAP, Lufthansa, and Air France are operating from Sao Paulo. KLM, TAP and Air

France also operate from Rio’s Galeao airport. Other options may be available. Details are

subject to change and there could be travel restrictions if you are connecting.

Domestic

• Domestic travel varies depending on state guidelines and is subject to change.

• Restrictions vary by state.

• Sao Paulo, Minas Gerais, and Rio de Janeiro have begun reopening businesses and easing

restrictions. Face masks are required in commercial spaces and on public transportation.

Special Conditions

• Many “essential” businesses remain open including restaurants, gyms, and hair salons.

British Virgin

Islands

International

• Borders are open for returning residents with government approval for re-entry.

• Upon arrival, all citizens are required to undergo a health screening, must enter a 14-day

mandatory quarantine period, and receive a COVID-19 test. Returning residents must also

register with the government through an online portal.

• Re-entry will only be permitted through Terrance B. Lettsome International Airport.

• Non-resident visitors are not expected to be permitted entry.


Domestic

• Domestic restrictions have largely been lifted.

• Face masks are required to be worn in public and social distancing is to be observed until further notice.

• Salons, hairdressers, barber shops, restaurants for in-service dining, bars, night clubs and

pubs remain closed.

• A 20:00-05:00 daily curfew is in effect until at least 1 October. Curfew ‘passes’ are available to essential workers.

Special Conditions

• Details on domestic measures can be found here - https://bvi.gov.vg/covid-19

Brunei International

• Most travellers, including transit passengers, are not allowed entrance into the country.

Citizens, nationals, and those with approval by the immigration department are permitted.

• Inbound travellers permitted entry are required to present proof of a negative PCR test

(not older than 72 hours) before departure and enter an isolation period between 2-14

days, as determined by the Ministry of Health.

• If a traveller is sponsored by the Brunei government, a registered company, or a family

member (who is a citizen or resident), they can apply for a ‘Travel Entry Pass’ to enter

Brunei.

• All visa exemptions and Visas on Arrival are temporarily suspended. • Royal Brunei Airlines has implemented a ‘temporary flying program’ for schedules through

24 October. Limited services connect directly to Kuala Lumpur, Singapore, Melbourne,

Hong Kong, and Manila only. However, these locations have enacted policies restricting or

banning most foreign citizens entering or transiting via their airports.

• Brunei has resumed direct flights with Hangzhou, China, marking its first direct flights with

mainland China.

• New entry and exit fees are applicable and are included in the price of the ticket. • All foreigners must pay $350 BND for a COVID-19 test upon arrival in Brunei. • Immigration Control Posts at Brunei’s land borders are operating shortened hours from

06:00-20:00. There are health and temperature screening measures at borders.

Domestic

• Citizens and foreign residents are not allowed to leave the country with exemptions for

medical care, court hearings, or studies abroad. Permission for travel must be approved by

the Prime Minister’s Office.

Special Conditions

• Safety guidelines for mass gatherings have been further relaxed, allowing gatherings of no

more than 200 individuals.

• A number of premises and business activities are now allowed to operate at 100 percent

guest capacity, including schools, gyms and fitness centres, indoor and outdoor sports

facilities, restaurants, cafes and food courts, mosques, and prayer halls.

Bulgaria International

• No restrictions are in place for Bulgarian nationals and members of their families,

permanent residents of Bulgaria and members of their families, citizens of EU member

states and the countries in the Schengen visa-free travel area (as well as members of their

https://bvi.gov.vg/covid-19


families), UK, Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Algeria, Georgia, Japan, Morocco, Rwanda,

South Korea, Thailand, Tunisia, and Uruguay.

• Also exempt from requirements are permanent residents of EU member states.

• Negative PCR test results, taken no more than 72 hours prior to entering Bulgaria, are

required of all arrivals from EU Member States, the United Kingdom, Schengen countries,

as well as from Algeria, Australia, Canada, Georgia, Japan, Morocco, New Zealand, Rwanda,

Korea, Thailand, Tunisia and Uruguay Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo, North

Macedonia, Montenegro, Moldova, Serbia, Israel, Ukraine, Kuwait. If negative, they are not

required to undergo a 14-day quarantine.

• Furthermore, arrivals from all other third countries can enter Bulgaria with a negative PCR

test if they are travelling for an essential reason and are not required to self-isolate on

arrival.

• Travellers arriving in Bulgaria from Turkey, Serbia and Belarus may be admitted to the

country without the need to present a certificate of a negative PCR test for Covid-19 and

need not go into mandatory quarantine.

• People transiting the country or exempted from quarantine have to sign a declaration that

they understand the rules.

Domestic

• A state of epidemic emergency is in effect until 30 November.

Special Conditions

• Officials have re-imposed some restrictions; spectators will be banned at sporting events

and public gatherings will be limited to 30 people.

• Wearing a face covering is mandatory in all indoor public places. An exception is allowed

for customers in restaurants and pubs. Enforcement is increasing due to rising cases.

• Some markets, hotels, outdoor bars, and restaurants are open and visiting national parks is

also permitted.

Burkina Faso International

• Burkina Faso has reopened to flights.

• This includes operations resuming at Ouagadougou International Airport.

• Health protocols are being implemented to facilitate travel activities.

• Inbound travellers are required to submit a negative COVID-19 PCR test, not older than

five days, upon arrival or be subject to rapid testing on entry in English or French.

• If a passenger does not arrive with a negative COVID-19 test, a rapid COVID-19 test will be

performed at the airport, at a cost of 90,000 CFA (approximately 155 US Dollars) and the

passenger will be detained until results are available.

• A quarantine period should be expected if a test result returns positive.

• In addition, face masks are mandatory for inbound and outbound passengers. Protocols

involving temperature screenings and increased disinfection are also being established.

• All land borders remain closed at this stage.

Domestic

• There is currently no curfew in place in Burkina Faso. There are no restrictions on intercity or interstate travel.

Special Conditions

• Face masks are to be worn in public.

• There is a ban on all cultural and religious family gatherings until further notice.


• Bars, restaurants, markets, and schools remain largely shut.

Burundi International

• Flights into and out of Bujumbura International Airport are suspended except for cargo flights. There are some emergency flights taking place.

• Land borders are now open. • Visitors to Burundi must get a visa before travel, via any Burundian diplomatic mission. The

Burundi authorities currently will no longer issue new visas, and will only renew visas for those already in Burundi. Burundian authorities have confirmed that those whose visas expired since the flight suspension on 22 March are able to get extensions to their visas.

• If you are eligible for entry, quarantine requirements are subject to the following conditions: If you arrive into Burundi with proof of a negative COVID-19 test from the last 72 hours. After registering with the Ministry of Public Health and a United Nations clinic doctor, you will be allowed to travel to your place of residence without entering into mandatory quarantine. Arranging registration will be your responsibility.

• If you arrive into Burundi without proof of a negative COVID-19 test from the last 72 hours. There are two options: You may take a test at one of the Government screening centres the day after your arrival. Upon arrival at the airport, the temperature of all passengers will be taken. You will then be transported to a hotel designated by the Government for quarantine. The next day, you will be taken to a COVID-19 testing centre. It will take approximately five days for test results to come through, during which time you will need to stay at the designated hotel. If your test comes back negative and you receive permission from the Ministry of Public Health, you will be allowed to leave the hotel and will no longer be subject to the mandatory quarantine. If you do not wish to take a test on arrival, you will be required to remain in mandatory quarantine for 14 days at a designated hotel. On arrival, you will be required to complete a form providing details such as address, telephone number, capacity to self-isolate etc.

• If you can safely self-isolate at home you can do so subject to approval from the Ministry

of Public Health, which should take approximately five days to come through. In assessing

your application, the Ministry has the right to check your place of self-isolation and can

refuse the request. If the request is approved, you will be allowed to leave the hotel

provided that you sign a letter committing to respect quarantine rules, to self-isolate and

agree to follow up by a dedicated medical person.

• The price of a COVID-19 test for people traveling to and from the country had been set at

USD$50.

Domestic

• Follow the advice of local authorities, including local measures to help minimise your risk

of exposure to coronavirus.

Special Conditions

• There are concerns about the true extent of the outbreak in the country in the absence of

transparent monitoring.

• The Burundian government has launched a three-month nationwide coronavirus screening

campaign. The campaign has started in the capital Bujumbura and will extend to other

provinces.

Cambodia International

• Travellers from France, Germany, Iran, Italy, and the United States are now permitted

entry into the country.

• Direct flights have resumed with China.


• Issuance of tourist visas and e-visas, visa-on-arrival services and visa exemption remain

suspended. Foreigners intending to visit the country must obtain a visa from a Cambodian

diplomatic mission.

• All foreign visitors permitted entry are required to show proof of a negative COVID-19 test

result, from within 72 hours prior to their arrival, and have proof of insurance that includes

a minimum of US$50,000 for medical cover.

• All foreign passengers are required to deposit US$3000 for the COVID-19 service charges

at the airport upon their arrivals. Once deductions for services have been made, the

remainder of the deposit will be returned. This is can be paid either by cash or credit card.

• All arrivals will be tested for COVID-19 (this may require an overnight stay) and will be

subject to a 14-day quarantine in an approved hotel or designated facility. Passengers will

then be tested again on the 13th day of quarantine.

• The government is now imposing charges on foreign arrivals for lab testing, medical

treatment, and accommodation.

• Sea ports are closed to cruise ships and private boats.

• The ban on cross-border movement for visitors from Vietnam has been lifted amid the

COVID-19 pandemic. Vietnamese nationals, especially technicians, investors, and students,

may be issued visas, except for a tourist visa.

• Foreigners must register with the office of Foreigners Present in Cambodia System (FPCS)

in order to be considered for a visa extension, deadlines may apply.

• The Cambodian Ministry of Health has announced a temporary flight ban from Malaysia,

the Philippines, and Indonesia.

Domestic

• There are no travel restrictions within Cambodia, and you can travel to the airport either

from within Phnom Penh or from the provinces.

Special Conditions

• Large gatherings are banned.

• Schools are reopening.

Cameroon International

• All air, land, and seaports are closed but exceptions are made for cargo and Cameroon

nationals returning to the country.

• Air France, Brussels Airways, and Ethiopian Airways are now permitted to conduct

international flight services in Cameroon, despite the air border technically remaining

closed. It is understood that the airlines will provide limited services, operating a few times

a week. Arriving passengers must present a negative COVID-19 test result prior to boarding

at their departure location, and some may be required to undergo an additional test upon

arrival.

• All arrivals are subject to a 14-day quarantine.

• Before boarding a flight to Cameroon, travellers must present a negative COVID-19 PCR

test result not older than 72 hours. Those who do not show proof will not be allowed to

travel.

• Travel with Schengen countries could be subject to reciprocal measures; monitor

accordingly.

Domestic


• Officials are seeking to achieve three objectives during the pandemic; stop if not control

community transmission; controlling morbidity and mortality, in particular for health

personnel; reduce the impact of COVID-19 on the health system.

• Face masks are required to be worn in public spaces and those found in violation are

subject to punishment or “systematic sanctioning”.

• Travel within the country is limited to essential travel and public transportation is banned

from having more passengers than they have seats.

Special Conditions

• Bars, restaurants, and entertainment centres are now able to operate.

• Gatherings of over 50 people are prohibited.

• Some schools, universities, and training facilities have reopened.

• Be cautious of non-medical ‘remedies’ being promoted by religious entities.

Canada International

• The order restricting entry to most foreign nationals has been extended to 30 September.

• Non-essential travel restrictions from Canada to the European Union are gradually being

lifted.

• Canada has closed all land entry points with the United States except for essential travel,

Canadian citizens and their immediate family, and freight transportation, until 21 October.

• The Canadian government is creating stricter rules for travellers transiting Canada en route

to Alaska, USA. Measures include cars' rear-view mirrors getting marked with a leave-by

date during the period the visitors are in Canada headed to Alaska.

• An emergency order has been enacted under the Quarantine Act, which allows the

Canadian government to enforce compliance with quarantine measures.

• All travellers must download the ArriveCan mobile app, undergo medical screening before

leaving entry ports, and adhere to a quarantine for 14 days upon arrival.

• The measure requiring arriving travellers to quarantine upon arrival will remain in effect

until 30 September.

• Travellers must wear face masks when entering the country and en route to their

quarantine location.

• Foreigners showing symptoms will be denied entry.

• Travel restrictions on international students may be eased in Fall 2020; however,

confirmation has yet to be announced.

• All international flights are restricted to landing only in Toronto, Vancouver, Montreal, and

Calgary.

Domestic

• Individuals showing COVID-19 symptoms are being banned from boarding all aircraft or

trains in Canada, including citizens. Those barred will not be allowed to travel by air or rail

for at least 14 days, unless showing officials certification that their symptoms are not

coronavirus related.

• Health Minister Christian Dube has announced the decision to raise the public health level

of Laval, Outaouais, and Centre-du-Quebec regions. Additional restrictions are likely to be

enforced to minimise the spread of the virus. Quebec Province will curb social gatherings

in homes and limit bar and restaurant service to takeout for 28 days in Montreal and two

other regions. Libraries, movie theatres and museums will close, and protesters will have

to wear masks during demonstrations.


• Restrictions on domestic travel and the reopening of businesses vary by provincial and

tribal laws. Some require quarantine periods during inter-provincial travel.

• The use of face masks is required for travellers on all domestic flights.

Special Conditions

• Retail and food businesses are generally able to reopen as long as customers and

personnel abide by social distancing guidelines.

• Officials recommended face masks in public spaces where social distancing is not possible.

Cape Verde International

• Limited essential international flights are now operating, primarily between Portugal and Cape Verde.

• Inbound travellers are required to present a negative COVID-19 PCR test result, not older than 72 hours, on entry.

• Any individual presenting COVID-19 symptoms are subject to a 14-day quarantine period.

• Most international sea borders are closed.

Domestic

• The islands of Santiago, Sal, and Fogo are under a ‘state of calamity’ until at least 31

October.

• Restrictions on domestic movement are lifted.

• Domestic air and sea connections are resumed, but flights to and from the islands of

Santiago, Sal, and Fogo are subject to negative tests to the COVID-19. With the resumption

of air and sea connections between all islands, passengers traveling from the islands of

Santiago and Sal are required to submit rapid tests of COVID-19 with negative results for

the past 72 hours.

• Travellers must pay a fee of 1,000 Escudos (around £8-£10) for the test, the health

declaration, and the results certificate. Alternatively, you can take the test in a private

laboratory. The fee you pay must include the health declaration and the test result.

Special Conditions

• Wearing a face mask is mandatory in public.

• People are encouraged to stay two metres apart from each other.

• Most public gatherings are banned until 31 October.

• Visits to homes and centres for the elderly, hospitals, prisons are allowed, as well as public

land transport and gym activity resumed.

• Establishments providing alcohol must close by 21:00 local time, and restaurant activities

must end service by 23:00 local time. Commercial establishments must close by 20:00 local

time, though this does not apply to pharmacies or bakeries, the latter of which may close

by 21:00 local time.

• Beach access is being limited in Setubal, primarily at the weekends with movement to

beaches restricted between the hours of 08:00 and 20:00 local time.

Cayman

Islands

International

• Borders will remain closed to all visitors until at least 1 October, with exceptions being

made for residents returning from travel abroad.

• During the first phase of reopening, travel will be permitted for approved visitors, property

owners, workers, and residents.

• Owen Roberts International Airport, Charles Kirkconnell International Airport, and Little Cayman Airport are closed to international travel until 1 October.


• Cargo, courier, and medical flights are exempt from any restrictions.

• Any inbound traveller on a repatriation flight must register their travel request through

‘TravelTime’ and complete an online application form to receive pre-travel approval.

• On entry to the country, returning residents are subject to a 14-day quarantine period at a government facility.

• Once commercial international flights are permitted, inbound travellers over the age of 10 are required to show a negative COVID-19 PCR test result, not older than 72 hours, upon entry. Visitors must also complete the ‘TravelTime’ for to obtain prior approval for travel.

• Individuals are subject to a 14-day quarantine period and official tracing, after which a second COVID-19 test is required to exit isolation.

• There are currently no departure restrictions from the Cayman Islands. • Seaports are closed to visitors and returning residents, this includes cruise ships.

• Latest restrictions can be found here - https://www.exploregov.ky/coronavirus

Domestic

• Current measures will remain in place until 30 September.

• Flights are available between Grand Cayman, Cayman Brac, and Little Cayman. Travel

between Cayman’s three islands can now be done without a PCR test, providing travellers

have been in Cayman for more than two weeks.

• Commercial boats can now carry up to 50% of their licensed capacity, not exceeding 50

people.

• Travel will be permitted by boat between islands for pleasure.

• Restrictions remain with access to Stingray City and the Sandbar. Only those with a Wildlife

International Zone licence are permitted to visit those areas.

• Vessels remain prohibited from visiting Starfish Point and Rum Point.

Special Conditions

• The mandatory wearing of face masks in indoor public spaces has since been lifted.

However, they are required on public transportation and at airports.

• Social distancing of three feet is now acceptable for churches and offices. However, in

controlled environments like offices employees are still required to wear masks when

moving around, except when seated alone at their desks.

• Up to 250 people now allowed to gather in public. • Hotels have begun accepting bookings from 1 October.

• Dancing, karaoke, and nightclubs are allowed to operate, likely with capacity limitations.

Hookah/shisha remain prohibited.

• Contact sports permitted. Players and fans will be considered two separate groups,

meaning there can be up to 50 participants and up to 50 spectators.

Central

African

Republic

International

• Commercial passenger flights have been allowed to resume at Bangui-Mpoko International

Airport, restricted to one flight per company per week. Passengers are required to wear

face masks, use hand sanitiser, have their body temperatures taken and disinfect luggage

amongst other measures.

• Land border crossings are closed with Democratic Republic of Congo, Cameroon, Sudan,

and South Sudan except for cargo and other essential reasons.

• Self-quarantine for 21 days is mandatory for anyone entering the country.

Domestic

• Travel between Bangui and the rest of the Central African Republic is currently prohibited.

https://www.exploregov.ky/coronavirus


• The country is in phase two of its easing which permits religious events and restaurants to

operate. Most other public venues are closed.

Special Conditions

• Gatherings of more than 15 people are banned.

• Face masks are mandatory if outside in public.

Chad International

• Most land border crossings are closed except for cargo.

• Commercial flights to Chad have resumed; however, options may be limited.

• Travellers are required to present a medical certificate from health officials stating that

they are free of COVID-19 prior to departure.

• All international travellers are required to surrender their passport, quarantine at home

for 7 days and take a COVID-19 test on the 7th day. Passports will be returned upon

presentation of the COVID-19 test receipt.

Domestic

• A state of health emergency is in place until 17 October prohibiting most movement for

provinces affected by COVID-19.

• There are quarantine measures in the capital N’Djamena and provincial capitals, banning

entry and exit.

• The Government has introduced a curfew from 23:00 to 05:00 in N'Djamena, Logone

Occidental, Logone Oriental, Mayo-Kebbi Ouest, Guera, Kanem, and Mayo-Kebbi Est

regions; the Mandelia and Lougoun sub-prefectures in the Chari Baguirmi region; and the

N'Djamena Fara sub-prefecture in the Hadjer-Lamis region. These measures are in place


• Public transport has resumed with limited capacity.

Special Conditions

• Markets, non-essential shops, and takeaway restaurants have resumed operations.

• Gatherings of more than 50 people are prohibited.

• Officials have also introduced new measures limiting attendance at funerals to 2 or 3 close

family members and restricting access to mortuaries.

• Face masks must be worn when outdoors.

• Penalties, including potential imprisonment, could be issued for non-compliance.

Chile International

• All land, sea, and air entry ports are closed to foreigners until further notice.

• Chilean nationals and humanitarian personnel are required to self-quarantine for 14 days

upon arrival.

• Passenger cruise operations are suspended until 30 September.

• LATAM and Iberia Airlines are operating minimal flights from Santiago to Miami and

Madrid and there are no restrictions on individuals seeking to leave Chile.

Domestic

• The country remains under a nationwide curfew from 23:00 to 05:00 local time daily.

• A state of catastrophe is in place until the end of 2020, which allows military personnel to

enforce lockdown measures.


• Quarantine measures vary depending on the region. Each commune is being designated

with a stage of a five-phase (Paso a Paso) reopening plan.

• Phase 1 (Quarantine) requires residents to remain at home for the greatest extent of time

possible, only going outdoors for essential errands. Theatres, bars, nightclubs, indoor

restaurant services, and gyms are closed. Social gatherings are prohibited.

• The communes of Arica, Alto Hospicio, Iquique, Calama, Mejillones, Copiapó, Tierra

Amarilla, Ovalle, Coquimbo, Ercilla, Lonquimay, Teodor Schmidt, Coyhaique, Calera,

Quillota, Valparaíso, Viña del Mar, San Vicente de Tagua, Penco, Tome, Puerto Montt,

Punta Arenas, Linares, Concepcion, Talcahuano, Hualpen, Santa Cruz, Hualqui, Chillan,

Chillan Viejo, Chiguayante Vallenar, Paine, Molina, San Clemente, Longavi, Coronel, San

Pedro de la Paz, Lota, Puerto Natales, Porvenir, and select areas of the Metropolitan

Region are in Phase 1 of quarantine.

• Phase 2 (Transition) sees a number of non-essential businesses remain closed; however,

more movement is permitted during weekdays and gatherings are allowed of up to 10

people.

• The communes of Buin, Pozo Almonte, La Serena, Conchali, Puente Alto, Tocopilla, San

Antonio, Lo Barnachea, Santiago Centro Estacion Central, Peñalolén, Padre Hurtado,

Peñaflor, Maria Pinto Curacavi, Tiltil, Lampa, Colina, Melipilla, Graneros, Machali,

Rancagua, Hechuraba, Macul, La Florida, Pedro Aguirre Cerda, Cerrillos, Maipu, Calera de

Tango, El Monte, Talagante, Rengo, Curico, Recoleta, San Miguel, San Joaquin, La Granja,

La Cisterna, Quilicura, San Bernardo, Isla de Maipo, and San Ramon are in the Phase 2

(transition) stage of reopening.

• Phase 3 (Preparation) allows for outdoor movement and activity across all days of the

week and gatherings up to 50 people. Many non-essential businesses remain closed.

Included communes are Los Andes, San Felipe, San José de Maipo, Providencia, Las

Condes, Ñuñoa, La Reina, and Vitacura.

• Phase 4 (Initial Opening) allows for businesses such as restaurants, cafes, and theatres to

open at 25% capacity.

• Phase 5 (Advanced Opening) sees capacity limitations increase to 75% in restaurants,

cafes, and theatres, as well as up to 50% in nightclubs and gyms. Movement restrictions

have eased and gatherings are permitted up to 150 people.

• Quarantine measures are being introduced in Tierra Amarilla and sanitary cordons are

being established between Concepcion and Penco, as well as from San Pedro de la Paz to

Coronel.

• Sanitary cordons are set to be implemented between 17-30 September in the

Metropolitan Region, Valparaiso Region, Greater Concepcion, Temuco, and Padre Las

Casas. During the same time period, travel is being prohibited between the separate

regions of Chile.

Special Conditions

• Face masks and social distancing measures are required in public.

China International

• The CAAC has announced plans to allow all foreign airlines, including those which were

barred from operating flights to China, to choose from a list of approved cities to operate

on one international passenger flight a week.

• The Chinese government has started implementing some "fast-track" procedures to allow

key employees of foreign companies to return to China. China has signed fast track

agreements with Germany, France, South Korea, UK, Japan, and Singapore.


• China and Singapore signed the agreement to launch a “fast track”, which will enable

travellers from both sides to enter each other’s territories without serving quarantine

periods, but the travellers will need to take a COVID-19 test 48 hours before departure.

The “fast track” will be implemented first in Shanghai, Tianjin, Chongqing, Guangdong,

Jiangsu, and Zhejiang – and then expanded gradually.

• A 14-day quarantine requirement remains in effect for foreigners entering the country,

with international flights being diverted to regional airports for screening.

• All inbound arrivals are required to complete a ‘Health Declaration Form’.

• Travellers must also provide evidence of a negative test for COVID-19 taken no more than

3 days before you travel. This has changed from 5 days.

• A total of 16 cities are now acting as first points of entry for Beijing, including Chengdu, Changsha, Hefei, Lanzhou, Tianjin, Shijiazhuang, Taiyuan, Hohhot, Jinan, Qingdao, Nanjing, Shenyang, Dalian, Zhengzhou, Xi’an, and Wuhan. Limited international flights are travelling between European cities and Shanghai.

• Officials are gradually resuming direct flights to Beijing from eight countries, amid the

ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. These countries include Thailand, Cambodia, Greece,

Denmark, Sweden, and Canada. The Civil Aviation Administration of China stated that a full

suspension on international travel could once again be reinstated if more than three

passengers test positive for COVID-19 upon arrival into the country.

• Foreigners with valid residence permits can enter the country without needing to re-apply for visa.

• Foreigners whose residence permits expired after 28 March 2020 can apply for visas at

Chinese embassies and consulates for entry.

• Persons entering Beijing must have been screened within the past day to prevent the need

for a second 14-day quarantine period.

• Border restrictions exist with Russia. Passengers flying from Moscow to China must

present test results from one of six designated testing organisations proving that they do

not have COVID-19 within 120 hours before boarding so they can enter China.

Domestic

• Typically, provinces and cities are easing domestic travel restrictions.

• Local quarantine policies and controls still exist and vary, based on a health code scheme.

• It is no longer a requirement to wear face coverings outdoors in Beijing; however, many

residents still do so.

• Lockdown measures have been imposed in Urumqi, the capital of Xinjian Autonomous

Region, due to a recent increase in COVID-19 cases. Officials have stated the city has

entered a 'wartime state' and suspended various group activities. Visits to other

households are restricted, as are large gatherings, and residents are being urged not to

leave the city unless absolutely necessary; they must be tested if they do. More than 600

flights have been cancelled at Urumqi Diwopu International Airport and subway services

are suspended. Restrictions are also in place for those entering or exiting the city.

• Internal rail and vehicle operations are resuming but may be subject to specific provincial

and city limitations.

Special Conditions

• Micro-control measures are also possible.

Christmas

Island

International

• A travel ban has taken effect for the island overseas territory.


• Residents and essential staff will be able to travel to the island until further notice, and

anyone returning will need to self-isolate for 14 days.

• Permitted travellers who arrive from Perth, Australia, and have spent the past 14 days in

the city prior to arrival will not be required to self-isolate when entering Christmas Island.

• All travellers must request permission to enter any Indian Ocean Territories (IOTs) through

an official request form.

Domestic

• The state of emergency remains in place.

• Inter-island travel with Cocos (Keeling) Islands is allowed without the need to quarantine;

however, personal protective equipment such as masks are required.

Special Conditions

• Country is in Step 2 of re-opening measures. This allows for gatherings of up to 20 people

in places such as places of worship, pubs, and clubs.

• People may now self-quarantine in their own homes rather than in allocated government

accommodations.

Cocos

(Keeling)

Islands

International

• A travel ban has taken effect for the island overseas territory.

• Residents and essential staff will be able to travel until further notice, and anyone

returning will need to self-isolate for 14 days.

• Permitted travellers who arrive from Perth, Australia, and have spent the past 14 days in

the city prior to arrival will not be required to self-isolate when entering Christmas Island.

• All travellers must request permission to enter any Indian Ocean Territories (IOTs) through

an official request form.

Domestic

• The state of emergency remains in place.

• Inter-island travel with Christmas Island is allowed without the need to quarantine;

however, personal protective equipment such as masks are required.

Special Conditions

• Aero medical evacuation would be necessary for anyone with COVID-19.

• Gatherings of up to 20 people are permitted.

Colombia International

• International commercial passenger operations are resuming.

• Travellers from the United States, Ecuador, Mexico, Bolivia, Dominican Republic, and

Guatemala will be among the first to be allowed entry. Travellers will be required to

submit a negative COVID-19 test result.

• Any individual permitted entry into the country will undergo a 14-day self-quarantine and

should register their contact and travel information with the government.

• The president has deployed the military along the border with Brazil to further enforce

border restrictions.

Domestic

• A state of health emergency is in effect until 30 November.


• Officials have stated that limited domestic commercial flights are gradually resuming

operations. Safety protocols are being implemented at the airports, with regular hand

washing, social distancing, and the use of face masks required of passengers. Additionally,

aircraft will board from rear to front and temperature screenings will be conducted at the

origin and destination airports.

• Nationwide quarantine measures are being lifted. Measures in each region of the country

will be determined by the mayors and governors until at least 30 September.

• In Bogota, movement restrictions are in place but have been amended to follow a ‘four-

days-on, four-days-off’ schedule. Movement will continue to be monitored according to a

resident’s ID card number.

• During the days where only basic activities will be allowed, citizens are able to run errands

such as for groceries, appointments, and banking. Public transportation and business

operating hours may be limited.

Special Conditions

• Quarantine measures eased, including the reopening of the retail, non-COVID-19 related

medical care, salons, and museums. Ivan Duque has announced that the country will

continue its gradual process of economic activation.

• Bars and clubs are closed; restaurants are permitted to provide limited indoor dining.

• Face masks are required in stores, banks, and on public transportation and social

distancing must be practiced in public.

Comoros International

• A gradual resumption of flights is underway.

• Travellers permitted entry must present a negative COVID-19 test result upon arrival no

more than 72-hours old and are subject to a mandatory 14-day quarantine.

Domestic

• A curfew is in place from 20:00 until 05:00 local time.

• Sea travel between islands is suspended until further notice.

• Public transportation is operating, but with capacity limitations.

Special Conditions

• People must stay indoors unless an emergency occurs.

• Religious venues, schools and most public venues are closed.

• Markets and public transport remain operational but with restrictions in place.

• Limited hotels and accommodations are open.

• Face masks are required in all public places.

Cook Islands International

• International flights into the Cook Islands are suspended until 30 September.

• When travel is able, entry is barred for all travellers except for Cook Islands citizens,

permanent residents, and work permit holders; New Zealand passport and permanent

residence holders, Australian citizens and permanent residents who normally live in New

Zealand.

• The cabinet has agreed to open the border to allow Cook Islanders, and those with work

and resident permits to return.

• Travellers allowed entry into the country are subject to a 14-day quarantine period.


• All passengers must undergo a COVID-19 test within 96 hours of their flight to the Cook

Islands and complete an ‘exit health clearance’ process.

• Cruise ships are barred from docking.

• Latest measures can be found here - https://cookislands.travel/news/novel-coronavirus-

information-travellers-arriving-cook-islands

Domestic

• The Cook Islands is currently classified as being in a yellow COVID-19 status.

• Restrictions on domestic travel to and from outer islands have been lifted.

Special Conditions

• Most businesses, including restaurants, have resumed operations provided precautionary

measures are followed.

• A ban on large gatherings has been lifted.

• The ‘CookSafe’ mobile application is available for tracing purposes.

Costa Rica International

• Entry into Costa Rica is restricted but not closed by air, sea, and land borders.

• International passenger flights are gradually resuming.

• Juan Santamaría Airport and Daniel Oduber Quirós Airport are permitted to receive

tourists from the European Union, Schengen Zone, United Kingdom, Canada, Uruguay,

Japan, South Korea, Thailand, Singapore, China, Australia, and New Zealand.

• Visitors from select U.S. states are being permitted entry. Only residents from Connecticut,

Maine, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Vermont, Maryland, Virginia, and

Washington, D.C. are allowed. Passengers must provide proof of residency in one of these

states upon arrival.

• New procedures have been established at Juan Santamaría International Airport and

Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport, as well as Caldera Port, to handle suspected

coronavirus cases.

• All inbound travellers are required to obtain a negative COVID-19 PCR test result, not older

than 48-72 hours, before departures (check departure destination). Additionally,

individuals must complete a ‘Health Pass’ and purchase adequate health insurance.

• Upon entry, passengers are required to enter a 14-day self-quarantine and are subject to a

COVID-19 test.

• Onward transit through the airports is allowed.

• All importing, exporting and fiscal warehouses are able to receive international land

carriers to load and unload merchandise at their facilities without prior authorisation.

However, carriers must comply with the established measures, including not presenting

symptoms associated with COVID-19 and responding with the established traceability

requirements.

Domestic

• The country is in an ‘opening’ phase, during which commercial spaces are able to open

with sanitary protocols and vehicle restrictions in place.

• Vehicle restrictions are in place for yellow areas on weekdays between 05:00 and 22:00

local time, and between 05:00 and 20:00 on Saturdays and Sundays based on the license

plate number.

• For orange zones, during the ‘opening’ phases, vehicles are being restricted weekdays

between 05:00 and 17:00 local time, with further limitations on Saturdays and Sundays.

https://cookislands.travel/news/novel-coronavirus-information-travellers-arriving-cook-islands

https://cookislands.travel/news/novel-coronavirus-information-travellers-arriving-cook-islands


During any ‘closed’ phase, vehicles in orange zones will also be restricted between 05:00

and 17:00 local time but on a daily scheduled based on the license plate number.

Special Conditions

• Costa Rica has entered ‘Phase 3’ of its reopening strategy.

• Some businesses such as restaurants, shops, theatres, gyms, salons, and hotels have been

able to reopen under specific sanitary protocols and with limits on capacity. Churches and

other religious establishments can hold services of up to 75 people.

• Tourist buses are being permitted movement in the country. Hotels, cinemas, salons, and

gyms are being permitted to reopen at up to 50 percent capacity.

• Large organised gatherings and events are cancelled.

• Beaches have reopened with limited hours.

• Face masks are required in all indoor settings excluding when at home, alone or eating.

• Face shields can only be worn if there is a face covering underneath.

Côte d'Ivoire International

• Limited international flights are gradually resuming. Emirates is flying to Abidjan.

• Land and sea borders are expected to be gradually reopening, but details are limited.

• If you are arriving in Côte d’Ivoire, you must provide evidence of a negative COVID-19 test result, dated a maximum of 5 days prior to travel.

• You will also need to complete the DDVA form prior to arrival at a cost of 2000 XOF,

available online. You will need to hand in this form on arrival and comply with the medical

monitoring system which has been put in place by the authorities for anyone arriving in

Côte d’Ivoire from outside. This includes providing temperature readings and registering

your contact details. If you have a temperature below 38 degrees and a valid negative

COVID-19 test result, you may be permitted to enter Côte d’Ivoire. You will be monitored

by SMS tracking for 14 days. If you have a temperature high than 38 degrees and/or an

invalid COVID-19 test result on arrival, you will be required to take a COVID-19 test at your

own expense.

• Flights operating for cargo, humanitarian, or security purposes are permitted.

• If you are already in Côte d’Ivoire and your visa is about to expire, for a fee you can apply

for an extension in person to the Sûreté Nationale office in the Plateau district in Abidjan.

Opening hours are from 08:00-14:00 Monday to Friday.

• Testing and screening measures are also in place for departures.

Domestic

• A previous nationwide curfew has been lifted.

• Domestic flights are operational.

• The isolation of Abidjan has been lifted; no restrictions remain.

• Air Côte d'Ivoire has resumed domestic flights. The national airline company announces in

particular the resumption of its domestic flights "from Abidjan to Korhogo, San Pedro,

Man, Bouaké and Odienné.”

• Passengers will also be required to wear a mask (made compulsory in Abidjan, the

epicentre of the disease) during the whole trip, with a distance at the aerodrome but not

required on board the planes, which will be systematically disinfected after each flight.

• In addition, the national airline company requires that passengers fill in a health

declaration form, available on its website.

Special Conditions


• Entertainment venues, bars, and other establishments will remain closed in the Abidjan

metropolitan area.

• Some educational institutions have begun reopening.

• Restaurants and bars have reopened outside of Abidjan. Gatherings up to 200 people are

now permitted, but social distancing measures must be followed. Gatherings up to 50

people are permitted in Abidjan.

• Face masks are required to be worn in public and inside vehicles.

Croatia International

• Border restrictions are in place through to at least 30 September.

• All EU/EEA nationals and persons with permanent residence in EU/EEA country can enter

Croatia freely, without restrictions. All travellers are, however, advised to fill out the form

on the ENTERCROATIA webpage.

• American and other travellers must present a negative Covid-19 test no older than 48

hours or self-isolate for 14 days. You must also provide proof of paid accommodation.

• Croatian advice is updated here - https://mup.gov.hr/uzg-covid/english/286212

• Visitors entering Croatia through land borders are advised that authorities have introduced

special Enter Croatia lanes at state borders.

Domestic

• Epidemiological measures in place will remain in place and are likely be in effect through

the Autumn.

• Domestic flights are gradually being resumed.

• Intercity travel is no longer restricted and public transportation has resumed.

• It is now mandatory for passengers to wear masks on public transport, taxis, and shops

and other commercial premises.

Special Conditions

• Parks, shops, hotels, and outdoor restaurants and bars have reopened, and public

transportation has resumed.

• Any person who has been abroad for the last 14 days and does not have a negative corona

test taken in the last 48 hours must not participate in the gatherings.

• There is a limit of 500 people indoors and 1,000 people outdoors; social distancing of 1.5m

is necessary.

• Sport events (matches, tournaments, etc.) are now open to the public, but will be subject

to the recommendations and measures outlined by the Civil Protection Directorate.

• Schools are restarting.

Cuba International

• Authorities have tentatively reopened the economy by using a tourism program that

isolates tourists to specific islands. Cuban nationals were already prohibited from some

coastal resorts; however, the restriction is now being expanded. Tourists will also be

prohibited from making stops between their port of entry and their resort.

• The following destinations are open to international tourism: Cayo Cruz, Cayo Coco Cayo

Guillermo, Cayo Largo, and Cayo Santa Maria.

• Havana’s José Martí International Airport is gradually operating limited services.

• Flights arriving and departing Cuba are largely limited or suspended.

• Cuban citizens and permanent residents will be allowed entry but are required to self-

quarantine for 14 days.

https://mup.gov.hr/uzg-covid/english/286212


• Foreign vessels are not permitted entry.

Domestic

• Cuba is reactivating several restrictions in Havana given a sustained increase in COVID-19

cases on the island. This means, a partial return to the "epidemic phase". Access to Havana

will be restricted or banned, and limitations are in place for vehicular circulation.

Restaurants, bars, and pools are closed. A nightly curfew is in place between 19:00-05:00

local time until at least 30 September.

• Nightly curfews are in effect for Santiago from 19:00 local time and Consolacion del Sur

from 20:00 until 07:00 local time.

• Movement between provinces is banned.

Special Conditions

• Face masks are mandatory in public spaces and social distancing measures must be

followed.

• Large crowds and events, nightclubs, and schools are suspended or closed.

Curaçao International

• Travellers departing from the following locations are required to complete a digital

immigration card before departure and have a hard copy of a ‘Passenger Locator Card’

(from within 48 hours of departure): Anguilla, Antigua and Barbuda, Barbados, Bermuda,

Bonaire, Cayman Islands, Dominica, Grenada Guadeloupe, Jamaica, Martinique,

Montserrat, Saba, Saint Barthelemy, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, St. Eustatius, St.

Vincent and Grenadines, Trinidad & Tobago, and the British Virgin Islands.

• A maximum of 10,000 passengers are being allowed entry onto the island from Austria,

Canada, China, Cuba, Czech Republic, Denmark, Germany, Finland, France, Greece,

Guyana, Hungary, Italy, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Poland, Switzerland, Taiwan,

Turkey, Turks and Caicos, Uruguay, United Kingdom.

• These international passengers must complete a digital immigration card prior to

departure, complete and print a ‘Passenger Locator Card’ within 48 hours of departure,

and show a negative COVID-19 PCR test result upon arrival from with 72 hours prior.

Adequate medical insurance is required for travel.

• Curacaoans must also test for COVID-19 prior to departure and document any symptoms

that may indicate an infection of the virus.

• If passengers test positive for COVID-19, they will be required to undergo an immediate

quarantine period.

• Full entry requirements can be found here -

https://www.curacao.com/en/questions/health-and-vaccinations/response-to-novel-

coronavirus-covid-19

• All air and sea traffic has been suspended between Venezuela and Curacao.

• Passengers must have not travelled to another country where there is a high-risk of

COVID-19 infections or have been in contact with a person who has tested positively for

COVID-19 within 14 days prior to arrival. If this is the case, you will be placed in mandatory

quarantine

• You must carry a printed document of proof of the Passenger Locator Card at all times

during your travel.

• You must be adequately insured for medical care and any additional costs if you are

quarantined or become ill during your stay;

• No cruise passengers are currently admitted;

https://www.curacao.com/en/questions/health-and-vaccinations/response-to-novel-coronavirus-covid-19

https://www.curacao.com/en/questions/health-and-vaccinations/response-to-novel-coronavirus-covid-19


• If you do not meet the above conditions, you may be quarantined on arrival. This is

entirely at your own expense.

Domestic

• The country is operating at phase three restrictive measures. This means, agglomeration in

public places of more than 4 people is no longer allowed. Restaurants and bars can stay

open until 22:00. Truk di pan (BBQ stands) may be open from 05:00 to 22:00. A curfew will

take effect between 23:00 and 05:00. Authorities can again apply for an exemption. That

application takes 72 hours to apply.

• Public transportation is restricted.

Special Conditions

• Businesses are now authorised to reopen as long as social distancing measures are

enforced.

• Restaurants may open for sit-down service.

• Public events are prohibited.

• Social distancing measures must be followed, and face masks are required in public.

Cyprus International

• International air travel has resumed with flights from countries split into low risk and

possibly low risk categories. A third list of increased risk countries is also provided.

• Passengers from high risk destinations will need to complete a health question and could

be subject to random testing upon entry.

• Category A countries are low-risk. Travellers coming from these countries not required to

test for the coronavirus or obliged to go through two-week quarantine.

• Category B passengers may undergo health examination upon arrival in Cyprus, including

citizens of Cyprus, their foreign spouses and their minor children and all legal residents in

the Republic. Persons who belong to this category must go under house quarantine until

the result of the COVID-19 test is issued.

• In Category C are included countries at increased risk. Persons coming from Category C will

be eligible to enter only under certain conditions. They also will have to choose if they

want to undergo a diagnostic test for coronavirus disease upon arrival in Cyprus or present

an RT-PCR Covid-19 certificate with a negative result, not older than 72 hours.

• The Health Ministry publishes updates to the lists here (in Greek) -

https://www.pio.gov.cy/coronavirus/press2.html

• New measures in place will require Greeks travelling to Cyprus to have undergone COVID-

19 testing 72 hours prior to departure and produce a negative polymerase chain reaction

(PCR) result on arrival or undergo screening at the airport on arrival.

• Cyprus Airways have reduced the number of flights between Cyprus and Greece. Flights to

Thessaloniki and Skiathos are suspended, and flights to Athens and Heraklion, Crete will be

reduced.

• There is a suspension of flights from Lebanon due to the current COVID-19 pandemic. The

decision was made based on the classification system that determines countries’

epidemiological criteria amid the pandemic. However, Cypriot nationals and residents

would be allowed re-entry into the country.

• There are some commercial options available to return to the UK from Cyprus and airports

across the island are open.

https://www.pio.gov.cy/coronavirus/press2.html


• The Cyprus government has announced the launch of a help desk to assist travellers with

queries regarding the use of the Cyprus Flight Pass. This service is accessible by telephone

+(357) 2484 1234 and through the Cyprus Flight Pass e-platform.

Domestic

• Public transportation is operating; masks are required.

Special Conditions

• Non-essential businesses have been allowed to reopen.

• Hotels, museums, libraries, and archaeological sites are open.

• Gatherings of persons in houses and public places are permitted provided that they do not

exceed 75 persons for indoor spaces or 150 persons for outdoor spaces. In Limassol,

gatherings are limited to 10 people.

• A mass gathering is not allowed to take place simultaneously in indoor and outdoor

spaces.

• Face masks are required in public and commercial spaces. Individuals found to be violating

the order may be subject to a €300 (353 USD) fine.

Czech

Republic

International

• The Czech Republic is operating a traffic-light system for international travel. People from

safe countries, marked green, will be able to travel to the country, but passengers from

orange (medium-risk) and red (high-risk) countries will be denied entry, barring a few

exemptions. Czech citizens returning from green or orange countries can travel back

without restrictions.

• No quarantine is in place if coming from lower-risk countries.

• The Ministry of Health of the Czech Republic is requiring travellers arriving from countries

with a high COVID-19 risk to complete an online Public Health Passenger Locator form. The

form must be completed before entering the country. In addition, foreign nationals

entering the Czech Republic from a "red zone" country are required to take a polymerase

chain reaction (PCR) test and submit the results to the regional hygiene station within 72

hours following their arrival, otherwise, a mandatory self-quarantine of 14 days shall be

ordered.

• At the air border, temporary internal border controls are possible.

• If you are travelling from the UK and do not have Czech residency, you are only allowed to

enter the Czech Republic for limited, specific purposes set out by the Czech Ministry of

Interior. These purposes for travel include visiting family members, studying at university,

or business.

Domestic

• A traffic light system has been introduced for determining restrictions in certain districts. • The wearing of face masks is compulsory on public transport and in indoor public venues. • The new rules will require people to wear face masks in shops, common areas of schools

and in public buildings, though not in the workplace or in restaurants and bars. • The minimum quarantine requirement after having been in contact with an infected

person has been reduced from 14 days to 10 days. • The current easing of measures does not apply to the Karviná and Frýdek-Místek regions.

• Czech authorities have tightened coronavirus restrictions in Moravia-Silesia region,

bordering Poland, and Slovakia. Wearing face masks will again be compulsory in the area

as well as limiting restaurant opening hours and ordering checks on cross-border


commuters.

Special Conditions

• In re-tightening of restrictions, bar opening hours will be limited and stand-up indoor events banned.

• Schools and universities are re-opening.

Denmark International

• The country has reopened its borders for citizens from most EU and Schengen countries, including the UK, as well as with Australia, Canada, Georgia, Japan, New Zealand, South Korea, Thailand, Tunisia, and Uruguay.

• A ban remains in place for select European countries, which are updated here: https://politi.dk/en/coronavirus-in-denmark/travelling-in-or-out-of-denmark/is-my-country-open-or-banned

• Travellers from the UK can only enter Denmark if they have a ‘worthy’ purpose to enter. • Restrictions may also be in place for individuals not visiting for essential, family, or

business purposes. • German, Norwegian, and Icelandic visitors to Denmark may visit Copenhagen for the day,

the government said, while visitors to other parts of the country would have to book in

advance to stay at least six nights. No quarantine required.

• Citizens of Denmark can download coronavirus passports, the official document

demonstrates they have tested negative for the illness within the last seven days.

• Officials are encouraging travellers from abroad to self-isolate for 14 days upon entry.

• It is compulsory to wear a mask throughout terminals in Danish airports. It is

recommended by the Danish health authorities to change the mask every 3 to 4 hours.

Domestic

• National restrictions are being tightened due to an increase in COVID-19 cases. Public

gatherings across the country will have a limit of 50. Bars and restaurants will also be

ordered to change their daily closing times to 22:00 (local time). These measures will be in

effect until 4 October.

• Social distancing is being advised on public transport.

• Individuals over the age of 12 must wear a face mask on public transport, including taxis

and ferries.

Special Conditions

• Public gatherings involving 50 or more people are currently banned.

• Shops, parks, hotels, restaurants, and bars are open. Sports facilities, theatres and cinemas

have also resumed services.

Djibouti International

• Ambouli International Airport has reopened.

• Air Djibouti, Air France, Ethiopian Airlines, Qatar Airways and Turkish Airlines have

resumed flights to and from Djibouti.

• On arrival at all entry points (land, air or sea), if you are older than 11 years, you will be

tested for COVID-19 and will have to remain at the point of entry until you receive the test

results (estimated waiting up to four hours). You should not eat anything 30 minutes

before your arrival at the entry point. You will have to pay for the test. If your result is

negative, you will be free to go to your accommodation. If the result is positive, you will be

taken to a government designated quarantine hotel or hospital.

https://politi.dk/en/coronavirus-in-denmark/travelling-in-or-out-of-denmark/is-my-country-open-or-banned

https://politi.dk/en/coronavirus-in-denmark/travelling-in-or-out-of-denmark/is-my-country-open-or-banned


• International rail services between Djibouti and Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, are understood to

be operating.

• Land and sea borders have reopened.

Domestic

• A national lockdown has ended.

• Public transportation is operating; however, there are capacity limitations.

Special Conditions

• Face masks are mandatory in public.

• Retail and grocery stores, places of worship, hotels, restaurants, and leisure sites are open.

• Conference spaces, event venues, and cinemas have also reopened.

• Schools are resuming activities.

Dominica International

• Dominica’s borders and airports are gradually reopening in a phased approach to allow for

international visitors.

• All travellers are required to submit a health questionnaire no older than 24 hours, receive

clearance to travel, and present a negative COVID-19 test result no older than 72 hours

prior to arrival. On entry, passengers will undergo a health screening and rapid testing

procedure with immigration and customs officials.

• Any individual arriving with a high temperature is subject to a secondary screening, an additional PCR test, and quarantine at a designated facility.


Domestic

• The previous state of emergency, curfew orders, and internal restrictions have been lifted.

Special Conditions

• Gatherings of more than 10 people are banned.

• As a result of the easing of restrictions, bars, tour operators, hotels, guest houses, libraries,

gyms, lottery, and gaming shops are allowed to fully reopen for business. Day care centres

and schools remain closed.

• Entertainment and event venues remain closed.

• Social distancing guidelines should be followed if outdoors and face masks are required

inside businesses.

Dominican

Republic

International

• Airports are reopening to allow for the limited arrival of commercial passenger flights and

tourism.

• Punta Cana International Airport is resuming operations.

• Santo Domingo’s Las Américas International Airport is expected to operate at one-third

capacity.

• Strict sanitation protocols have been adopted at the airports.


• All passengers arriving to the Dominican Republic are required to present a negative

COVID-19 PCR test result, not older than 5 days, upon arrival. Those without the test result

or showing symptoms of coronavirus will be subject to testing at the port of entry. All who

test positive are required to enter a quarantine period. Individuals will also have to

complete a ‘Travellers Health Affidavit’ confirming that they have no coronavirus

symptoms and to log contact information.

• Temperature checks are being conducted for both arriving and departing travellers.

• Outbound repatriation and cargo flights continue to operate.

• Cruises are not permitted to arrive at ports or coasts until further notice.

• The country is carrying out random tests on passengers entering the country. This process

will replace mass testing.

• Free travel insurance is also being offered to visitors at participating hotels.

Domestic

• The state of emergency has been extended until around 18 October.

• Curfew in place from 21:00-05:00 local time Mondays through Fridays, and between

19:00-05:00 local time Saturdays and Sundays.

• Checkpoints are not uncommon within the country and may create ground transportation

disruptions.

• Travellers are advised to carry supporting documentation stating the reason for their

movements.

Special Conditions

• Businesses have begun to reopen at reduced capacity and with social distancing in place.

• Shopping centres and public transport have also resumed operations.

• A number of hotels are reopening.

• Medical care is understood to be limited, with many hospitals nearing capacity, due to the

pandemic.

• The wearing of face masks is compulsory in public spaces.

DR Congo International

• Borders are open.

• Travellers that are permitted entry into the country are subjected to screening upon

arrival, present a completed Health Sanitary Card, and enter into a mandatory 14-day

quarantine.

• A negative COVID-19 test result, no older than 72 hours, must be presented by travellers

both when boarding a flight to and departing the DRC.

• On arrival testing is to be expected.

• Travellers must adhere to health guidelines when in the airport, which include the use of

masks, temperature checks, social distancing, and the use of hand sanitiser.

• You must provide proof of a negative test for coronavirus upon departure. The test result date must fall within 3 days before your departure date and be provided by either Institut National de la Recherche Biomédicale (INRB) or a medical facility approved by them.

• You may be subjecting to screening, including temperature checks, when leaving DRC.

Domestic

• A state of emergency has expired.

• Internal flights are now possible.

• Public transportation has resumed operations, but limitations are likely in place.


• Inter-provincial migratory movements are subject to the obligation to hold a medical

certificate, confirming the result of the negative Covid-19 test, carried out three days

before the trip within the authorities.

Special Conditions

• It is compulsory to wear a face mask across the majority of the country when in public

spaces.

• Shops, banks, restaurants, bars, schools, and places of worship are gradually reopening.

• There are limits on gathering sizes.

Ecuador International

• Limited international flights resumed, particularly between Ecuador and the United States.

• Travellers are to present a negative COVID-19 PCR test, not older than 7 days, prior to entry or be tested upon arrival. Individuals are also subject to a 14-day self-quarantine and must present the ‘Declaracion de Salud del Viajero’ and ‘Formulario Migratorio Especial’ forms to officials.

• Land borders with Colombia and Peru are largely restricted or closed.

Domestic

• A state of emergency has since expired; however, a health emergency remains in effect

allowing for current coronavirus-related restrictions to continue.

• Domestic flights and interstate travel is suspended until further notice and all individuals

are required to wear masks in public.

• Curfew orders have been lifted across the country. • Vehicular movement restrictions are in place. Private vehicles are permitted to circulate on

specific days of the week dependent on the vehicle’s license plate. The vehicle restriction by plates is eliminated in Quito and Guayaquil.

• Restrictions may vary by region, as municipal governments are able to determine specific regulations.

• Flight operations and tourist activities have resumed on the Galapagos Islands. A ‘safe

travel corridor’ has been established with specific requirements to fly to the islands.

Travellers must present a negative PCR test result, not older than 96 hours, before entry.

Should their test result no longer be valid, the traveller must stay at a Quito or Guayaquil

hotel to undergo and await the results of a second test. The traveller must also have any

health declaration forms, a ‘safe-passage’ document and ‘Transit Control Card’ issued by

the Galapagos Travel Centre, and an invoice proving contracted tourist services.

Special Conditions

• The use of face masks is required in public spaces.

• Self-isolation is mandatory for those over the age of 60 and those with health conditions

that could make them especially vulnerable to COVID-19.

• Supermarkets, pharmacies, take-out restaurants, banks, and petrol stations can operate at up to 50% of their total capacity.

• Most public gatherings are not permitted without prior official approval.

• According to the Ministry of Tourism, tourist accommodation establishments will be able to operate, likely with capacity limitations.

• Schools and universities remain closed. • A national contact tracing mobile application ‘ASI Ecuador’ is available. The program sends

an alert to the user if they have been in contact with someone else confirmed to have

COVID-19 during the past 15 days.


Egypt International

• Some international commercial flights have resumed, but are severely limited.

• All airports are reopening for international travel.

• Exemptions to any restrictions include humanitarian flights, medevac, repatriation flights,

technical landings, and United Nations flights.

• Air Cairo EgyptAir, and Lufthansa are operating limited international flights.

• Some tourism and international flights are resuming to coastal cities with the lowest

infection rates.

• A completed "Public Health Card" must be presented to immigration upon arrival. • Passengers must have a medical certificate with a negative Coronavirus (COVID-19) RT-PCR

test result. The test must have been taken at most 72 hours before departure of the last direct flight to Egypt. The medical certificate must be issued and stamped by an accredited laboratory, it must indicate the type of sample taken for the swab and must be in Arabic or English. This does not apply to passengers younger than 6 years.

• Passengers arriving from London Heathrow only are permitted to have their PCR test conducted no more than 96 hours prior to flight departure.

• Passengers arriving at Hurghada (HRG), Marsa Alam (RMF), Sharm El Sheikh (SSH) or Taba (TCP) without a negative Coronavirus (COVID-19) PCR test result are subject to a PCR test on arrival at their own expense.

Domestic

• A curfew is largely in place between 00:00 and 04:00 local time.

• Domestic and cargo flights are allowed to operate.

• Foreign tourists are currently not permitted to travel between Cairo and the governorates

of the Red Sea, South Sinai, and Marsa Matrouh.

• Public transportation is operating only between 04:00 and 00:00 local time.

Special Conditions

• Religious activities are possible; however, Friday prayers are still not permitted.

• There are restrictions on schools, universities, cafes, bars, clubs, hotels, and tourist

locations operating at a reduced capacity. You should follow the guidance of the local

authorities.

• Cafes and restaurants must close by midnight and can operate at 50% capacity. Shops and

malls can be open until 22:00 local time.

• The wearing of face masks is mandatory in closed public spaces, including government

buildings, private offices, malls, retail outlets and public transport including private taxis.

• Legal penalties could be applied for non-compliance.

El Salvador International

• All foreign nationals are barred from entering the country until further notice.

• Permanent residents and diplomats are exempt from the ban, but anyone entering the

country will be required to undergo a quarantine period.

• El Salvador International Airport is closed to passenger aircraft and only humanitarian and

cargo flights are allowed.

• International passenger flights gradually resuming to allow transiting passengers through

the country.

• Once airport operations resume, a number of health protocols are being implemented. Waiting areas will have a 50% capacity limitation and public areas will be closed. Temperature screenings are possible, and face masks and social distancing are required.

• Inbound travellers are required to show proof of a negative COVID-19 test result, not older

than 72 hours, upon arrival. The requirement for nationals has been challenged in court.


Domestic

• The country has entered a five-phased reopening plan.

• The second phase is allowing public transportation, business services, manufacturers and

the shoe, bag, box, and paper industries to reopen.

Special Conditions

• The country is currently in a phased reopening plan, which includes a further easing of

restrictions on malls and restaurants. Professional and business services are resuming.

Public transportation is gradually beginning to operate with restrictions.

• Phase Four (current): Easing of commercial passenger airport operations and the gradual

resumption of the tourism industry. Cinemas, theatres, and convention centres are

expected to reopen with capacity limitations.

• Phase Five (expected 4 October): All activities and industries, except schools, are expected

to resume operations.

• Individuals must wear face covering when leaving home.

Equatorial

Guinea

International

• Gradual reopening of international flights and maritime transport of goods and people.

• Inbound travellers must perform a PCR test at least 48 hours before the trip.

• In the absence of a negative test result, international travellers may be obliged to do so

upon their arrival in the Republic of Equatorial Guinea, the traveller assuming the

economic costs of the measure, as well as accommodation in a hotel pending

measurement results.

• Expect temperature checks at points of entry into the country (ports and airports).

• There is a compulsory quarantine of 14 days at their home or place of residence for all

asymptomatic travellers.

• There is provision to transfer to health centres and establishments prepared by the

authorities of the Republic of Equatorial Guinea for the treatment of Covid-19 for

travellers with symptoms associated with COVID-19.

• The carrying out of tests is extended to the crews of airplanes or merchant ships wishing to

land on the territory of the Republic of Equatorial Guinea, assuming the corresponding

costs.

Domestic

• The state of alarm remains in effect until further notice, but restrictions are being eased in

four phases.

• Relaxation of the measures of confinement and restrictions of mobility of the population

are available throughout the country.

• There has been a gradual reopening of internal airspace, which includes the resumption of

air links between Malabo and Bata.

• The full freedom of movement of people will be respected only between the country's two

major capitals, Malabo, and Bata.

• In the rest of the national territory said freedom will be respected only in the interior limit

of the respective district constituencies. Certain restrictions persist on mobility within the

country, in particular mobility between districts and regions.

Special Conditions

• Using face masks and gloves when outside has been made compulsory.


• Markets, places of worship, and cultural events and resuming activities.

Eritrea International

• A ban on all commercial passenger flights to and from the country remains in place until

further notice.

• Asmara International Airport is closed.

• Land borders are also closed to foreigners.

• Repatriations have taken place. There are occasional charter flights organised by

Embassies resident in Asmara.

Domestic

• A nationwide lockdown order is in effect until instructed otherwise.

• All citizens are required to stay at home except for essential and emergency medical care.

When doing so, only two members of a household can go out at any given time during the

day.

• Public transportation is suspended, and private vehicles are not permitted to operate.

Special Conditions

• Non-essential businesses are closed, and essential business are permitted to be open until

20:00 local time daily.

• Schools are closed.

Estonia International

• The Baltic states of Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania have reopened their borders with each

other.

• Estonia reopened to passengers arriving from European countries. The country will only

admit people with no symptoms arriving from the European Union, the members of the

Schengen area, or the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland. Quarantine

measures may still apply.

• The border with Finland has opened to Estonian citizens and residents for essential and

non-essential activity; reciprocal quarantine measures are lifted.

• Estonia has extended flight restrictions. This applies to countries with an infection rate

higher than 25 (per 100,000, in the last 14 days).

• Currently, travellers from countries with an infection rate of more than 16 people per 100,000 are required to self-isolate for 14 days. A full list is published here: https://vm.ee/en/information-countries-and-quarantine-requirements-passengers

• Frankfurt, Helsinki, Copenhagen, London, Riga, and Warsaw are exempted from the air

traffic restrictions.

• Foreigners can also have a COVID-19 test done for a fee in order to shorten their self-

isolation (the general 14-day self-isolation obligation). Coronavirus test results from before

arriving to Estonia are not accepted. All contact with other people must be avoided while

waiting for the test results, which can take up to 48 hours. Pre-booking for COVID-19 test

at Tallinn airport can be made via phone +372 678 0000.

Domestic

• Free travel on Tallinn public transport reverts to its pre-pandemic situation, meaning it is

available only to residents and requires swiping the ubiquitous green card upon entering a

bus, tram, or trolleybus, with municipal police (MuPo) spot check inspections likely to

return.

• Ferry service between Tallinn port and the island of Aegna is operating.

https://vm.ee/en/information-countries-and-quarantine-requirements-passengers


• Face masks and social distancing are being advised to be worn in public.

Special Conditions

• Late-night alcohol sales will be banned in the country from midnight until 10:00 local time.

This includes bars, pubs, clubs, restaurants, and cafes. Alcohol sales in stores will end at

22:00. The government order is in place until 24 October and is due to an increase in the

number of COVID-19 cases in the country.

• The Estonian government has allowed public events with restricted access to a 1,000

people maximum capacity at outdoor and 500 maximum at indoor events.

• Tallinn is opening public beaches.

• Indoor spaces at zoos and museums opened.

• Officials have released a voluntary COVID-19 ‘exposure warning’ mobile application ‘HOIA’.

It is designed to inform the close contacts of COVID-19 patients with information and

guidance.

Eswatini International

• All borders are closed until further notice, apart from essential services such as cargo.

• Nationals and residents of Eswatini are permitted to entry but will be subjected to a 14-

day quarantine upon arrival at designated location.

• Visas that have previously been issued are revoked.

• At Eswatini’s main border posts (currently Oshoek and King Mswati III International

Airport), there are ongoing screening processes for persons who have recently travelled to

mainland China.

• Some land border posts have been closed, including Sicunisa, Gege, Lundzi, Sandlane,

Bulembu, and Nsalitje.

Domestic

• A partial lockdown is in effect until further notice.

• An easing in the lockdown restrictions has taken effect. Full details here -

http://www.gov.sz/

• Public transport is operating normal hours but at 80% capacity and with strict hygiene

measures, including the wearing of face masks.

• Leaving by road is not possible due to South African restrictions.

Special Conditions

• Social distancing of one to two metres is advised.

• Gatherings of up to 100 are permitted but with a 2m social distance.

• People caught breaking the COVID-19 regulations may be fined.

Ethiopia

International

• Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (and other international ports of arrival) have put in

place additional measures to screen passengers arriving, departing, or transiting through

Ethiopia. Screening may include temperature measurements and checks on recent travel

to affected areas.

• Those people displaying symptoms linked to coronavirus may be transferred to a nearby

isolation facility for up to 24 hours while further tests are carried out.

• All passengers arriving into the country are subject to mandatory self-isolation or quarantine.

• Passengers carrying a negative PCR Covid-19 test certificate dated within the previous 120

hours (5 days) are required to self-isolate at home for 14 days. Only PCR tests will be

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accepted. You will be tested again upon arrival. You may need to demonstrate you have

such a test certificate before boarding your flight.

• All other passengers will be subject to 7 days mandatory quarantine, at government

designated hotels. You may choose from a range of hotels at different prices but cannot

change hotel once your quarantine has started. Passengers are responsible for the full cost

of their stay in quarantine. You may need to demonstrate that you have made a hotel

booking for your quarantine before boarding your flight.

• During quarantine you will be tested for coronavirus. If you test negative, you will be

required to self-isolate at home for a further 7 days. If you test positive you may need to

stay in quarantine or an isolation centre until you have recovered and tested negative.

• Some land border checkpoints are reopening with screening measures in place, including

mandatory quarantine at a government isolation centre for 7 days.

• Ethiopian Airlines has resumed services to Duala and Yaoundé. The services will initially be

three times a week on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays from Addis Ababa to Duala via

Yaoundé and then back to Addis Ababa.

Domestic

• Ethiopia declared a five-month state of emergency; confirmation of its continuance is

awaited.

• Additional restrictions have been implemented in Oromia, Amhara, Southern Nations,

Nationalities, and People's Region, Harari, and Tigray regional states, with public transport

banned or restricted.

• Tigray has instituted extra quarantine measures for those travelling from overseas and

other parts of Ethiopia, and curtailed movement between cities and rural areas in the

region.

• Some public transportation services continue to be operational at reduced capacity, and

private vehicles can be used on alternate days, according to the last numbers stated on the

license plate.

Special Conditions

• Restaurants and cafes may operate if they follow social distancing guidelines.

• Educational institutions, bars and nightclubs have been closed, with public gatherings

exceeding four people prohibited. Funerals and essential services may be an exception on

a case-by-case basis.

• Face coverings must be worn when in shops, on public buses, or in public spaces with large

crowds.

• Social distancing is required and greetings by handshake are banned.

• Individuals who do not abide by the government measures could be subject to a fine or

imprisonment of up to three years.

Falkland

Islands

International

• Any entrants into the Falkland Islands are expected to self-isolate for a period of 14 days. If

you develop symptoms after arrival which makes you a suspect case, you should call the

hospital on 28000 for advice if you need medical help.

• Scheduled Southbound flights available to civilians (subject to change) on Tuesdays.

• All passengers aged 11 years or above should be in possession of a face covering when

they report to the air terminal and on the aircraft.


• LATAM flights are suspended from Brazil until at least the end of September. The Punta

Arenas/Santiago route will remain suspended until at least 2 January 2021, and the

situation will be reviewed near that date.

• Vessels are being allowed to travel to and from the Falkland Islands if there are no

suspected cases of COVID-19 on-board.

• Restrictions on the issuing of visitor permits will likely remain in place until at least 31

December, but the restrictions will still be subject to monthly review.

Domestic

• Inter-island travel is possible.

• Testing can now be done on the islands, providing a faster response.

Special Conditions

• Most businesses have reopened; with workers from all sectors able to return unless

otherwise advised.

• Most attractions and some accommodations are temporarily closed.

• All activities and events are cancelled.

• Social distancing of two metres is being advised.

• Using face masks is being encouraged when in public places.

• Schools have reopened.

Faroe Islands International

• The Danish border, and hereby the Faroese border, will open to countries in the EU and

Schengen area, as well as the UK. The re-opening is dependent on countries meeting

certain objective criteria. Specifically, countries must have a low number of infected

persons and meet a criterion still in development regarding their testing regimes.

• Countries are divided into two groups: quarantine countries and open countries. The list is

based on the current number of infected people and is updated weekly by the SSI.

• You can see the list of quarantine and open countries here -

https://politi.dk/en/coronavirus-in-denmark/travelling-in-or-out-of-denmark/is-my-

country-open-or-closed

• Countries other than EU Member States, Schengen countries and the United Kingdom are

currently by definition banned countries. Travellers from these countries are not allowed

to enter the country without a recognised reason.

• All travellers are required to undergo a COVID-19 test upon arrival, as well as six days after

entry. The individual must go into self-isolation until the test results are returned.

• Testing will take place at Vágar airport or the ferry terminal in Hirtshals. Long waiting times should be expected.

• Testing is free of charge up to and including 30 September. From 1 October, travellers will

have to pay for the test. Each test costs approximately DKK 390-500.

• If you are travelling by ferry with Smyril Line, tests will be taken at the port in Hirsthals in

Denmark. These tests will be cost DKK 500.

Domestic

• Restrictions regarding mass events in the Faroe Islands still apply despite a number of

COVID-19 measures being relaxed.

• Coaches and buses are operating although restrictions regarding the number of passengers

are in effect.


Special Conditions

• Schools and nearly all businesses have reopened.

• Social distancing of at least one metre is being advised.

• Groups of over 100 people are not permitted.

Fiji International

• International flight operations are largely suspended.

• Citizens of Fiji, Australia, and New Zealand are permitted entry, but must (1) present a

health certificate verifying that a 14-day quarantine was completed in either country

before departure and a negative COVID-19 test result not older than 72 hours upon arrival,

or (2) complete a 14-day quarantine upon entry in Fiji and undergo a COVID-19 test at the

end of that period.

• Returning residents and citizens must also download the ‘careFIJI’ mobile application to

enter.

• Travel bubbles are being discussed with the governments of Tuvalu, Kiribati, and Tonga;

however, confirmation has not yet been provided. Once allowed, travellers from these

locations must undergo a 14-day quarantine in Fiji and undergo a COVID-19 test at the end

of that period.

• Limited private yachts and charter flights will be allowed entry. Travellers arriving by yacht

must quarantine for 14-days on the vessel before docking in Fiji, with the only open dock

to international vessels currently Port Denarau Marina.

• Vessels will be permitted entry on a case-by-case basis. Those who have spent 14 or more

uninterrupted days at sea must show proof of a negative COVID-19 test result upon arrival

and will undergo a health screening. No quarantine is required in this situation. However,

vessels that have spent less than 14 uninterrupted days at sea will have to make up the

difference in the quarantine period after arriving to Fiji. They can only be cleared following

a negative COVID-19 test result.

• Fiji Airways has suspended its international flight operations.

• Fiji Link is operating limited inter-island travel including between Nadi, Suva, Labasa,

Taveuni, Rotuma, and more.

• Face masks will be mandatory when flying on board Fiji Airways.

• Cruise ships are not permitted to dock.

Domestic

• The national curfew will be enforced from 23:00-04:00 daily and will remain in force until

further notice.

Special Conditions

• Social restrictions have also been relaxed allowing for gatherings up to 100 individuals and

will apply to weddings, funerals, conferences, community gatherings, cafes, and

restaurants.

• Schools are beginning the process of reopening.

• Social distancing guidelines are being encouraged and face masks should be worn when ill.

Finland International

• The Finnish Government has announced that it will move to a new testing based model on

23 November. The new model will see health safety measures replacing internal border

controls. Further details are awaited.


• Officials are implementing a ‘traffic-light’ model to foreign countries to determine the

entry requirements for inbound travellers.

• Travellers arriving from ‘Green’ countries have no internal border controls when arriving

from Schengen areas or EU ‘green’ listed countries to Finland.

• Travellers from ‘Red’ countries is only permitted in justifiable cases. Individuals are subject

to health screenings upon arrival and are recommended to quarantine for 14-days.

• Travellers from ‘Grey’ countries are largely banned. Individuals may only be permitted for

essential purposes. They are subject to a health screening upon arrival and are

recommended to quarantine for 14-days.

• ‘Green’, ‘Red’, and ‘Grey’ countries can be found here.

• Arrivals staying in Finland for less than 72 hours, who present a negative COVID-19 test

result, may be exempt from any quarantine requirements. Those who visit for more than

72 hours, who present a negative COVID-19 test result, may be subject to a shortened

quarantine period.

• Temporary travel restrictions will also be implemented on the northern border to Norway,

people living in local border communities in the north are exempt and allowed to cross the

borders between Lapland and neighbouring communities in northernmost Norway and

Sweden.

• Travel is allowed from countries where internal border control is in force if travelling for

business, family reasons and other justified reasons.

• The Finnish government has started to issue first residence permits for applications submitted from abroad. They become valid on the day the application is decided.

• Health counselling and COVID-19 testing centres are being established at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport as well as several seaports.

• International passenger flights can only fly into Helsinki, Turku and Mariehamn airports.

Domestic

• Domestic travel is permitted, provided social distancing and health protocols are followed.

• The Finnish authorities recommend the use of facemasks when travelling on public

transport and in other situations where maintaining safe distances is not possible.

• Individuals showing symptoms of COVID-19 are being advised not to travel.

• Check here for the latest details - https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/information-on-

coronavirus/current-restrictions

Special Conditions

• Gatherings of up to 50 people are permitted unless additional safety measures are in

place. The plan is for all gatherings to be permitted by 1 October.

France International

• For the purposes of setting travel rules, France has defined a European Area composed of

EU countries, the UK, Andorra, Holy See, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Monaco, Norway, San

Marino, and Switzerland.

• Travellers arriving in France from the European Area, Australia, Canada, Georgia, Japan,

Montenegro, Morocco, New Zealand, Rwanda, Serbia, South Korea, Thailand, Tunisia, and

Uruguay are no longer required to self-isolate, to demonstrate their travel is essential or to

hold an international travel certificate. This is subject to change including reciprocate

quarantine measures.

• Arrivals must complete an international travel certificate, which certifies that your journey

is essential and confirms that you have not been suffering from a set of listed symptoms

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associated with Covid-19. This travel certificate is available on the French Ministry of the

Interior’s website. You should also produce any supporting paperwork to substantiate the

essential nature of your travel. If you are flying into Paris Charles de Gaulle and Paris Orly

airports from any country from which you are required to present an international travel

certificate, or have spent time in these countries in the last 30 days, you will be invited to

provide a negative Covid19 RT-PCR test taken less than 72 hours before departure. Those

unable to provide this test result will be subject to 14-day compulsory quarantine/self-

isolation on arrival. Travellers will be offered the option to have a free RT-PCR test at the

airport on arrival with quarantine being lifted for those whose results are negative.

• Arrivals from outside the wider European Area are still asked to self-isolate for 14 days on

arrival in mainland France, unless arriving with a negative RT-PCT test taken in the 72

hours before arrival.

• Other passengers permitted entry from a non-EU or Schengen country are also subject to a

quarantine order.

• Eurostar, Eurotunnel, ferries, and air travel are gradually increasing in line with the easing

of restrictions.

• Flights between Mayotte, French Guiana, the French South Pacific territories (New

Caledonia, French Polynesia, and Wallis and Futuna), and France are temporarily

suspended until further notice.

• There are consultations underway concerning the possible closure of the Spanish border.

Domestic

• The national state of emergency has been lifted, meaning restrictions affecting travel,

access to public spaces, social gatherings and the operation of many businesses will be

further eased.

• Central government has devolved restrictive powers to regional officials.

• The wearing of face coverings in enclosed public spaces is compulsory and the local

governments have been given the authority to require citizens to wear face coverings in

indoor public spaces due to the rise in cases.

• Face coverings are now compulsory in at least 1,400 communes nationwide. Mayors and

prefects have the authority to impose regulations regarding the wearing of face masks.

• The wearing of face coverings in the workplace is mandatory.

Special Conditions

• Schools are open.

• Restrictions on large gatherings remain in effect.

• Nightclubs, fairs, shows, exhibitions, and international maritime cruises will remain closed


• The French government has declared approximately 28 departments as ‘Red’ Zones. The

decree gives local authorities the power to limit the circulation of people and vehicles, to

restrict the access to public transport and air travel, to limit the access to public buildings

and to close some establishments.

French Guiana International

• Nearly all international flights are suspended.




• Most foreign nationals are generally barred from entry.


• A 14-day quarantine is in effect for all arriving passengers.

• Passengers will need to fill out a travel certificate when entering any French Overseas

Territories. A self-certification is also required stating that the individual has had no

COVID-19 symptoms within the past 14 days.

• Health checks will be conducted for arriving passengers.

• A certificate regarding the reason for travel is needed upon entry.

• Any traveller over the age of 11 is required to provide a negative COVID-19 rest result, not

older than 72 hours, upon arrival.

Domestic

• A state of health emergency has been lifted.

• A curfew is active from 17:00 to 05:00 local time Mondays – Fridays in Camopi, Cayenne,

Iracoubo, Kourou, Macouria, Matoury, Montsinery-Tonnegrande, Roura, Regina, Remire-

Montjoly, Saint-Georges, and Sinnamary. A full lockdown is in place beginning 13:00 local

time on Saturdays through 05:00 local time on Mondays for these locations.

• For the areas of Apatou, Awala-Yalimapo, Grand-Santi, Mana, Maripasoula, Papaichton,

and Saint-Laurent du Maroni, the same curfew is in place from 17:00 to 05:00 local time on

weekdays; however, the full weekend lockdown begins at 17:00 local time on Saturdays

through 05:00 local time on Mondays.

• Select communities within Cayenne, Kourou, Macouria, Matoury, Montsinery, Remire-

Montjoly, and Saint-Laurent du Maroni are under a 24-hour curfew due to increases in

COVID-19 activity.

• Varying travel certificates are required for different time periods and locations.

Special Conditions

• Gatherings of over 10 people are not permitted.

• Face masks are required in public spaces on public transport.

• Some non-essential businesses are allowed to reopen but must follow social distancing

measures.

• Travellers can use a shared vehicle (taxis, VTC, carpooling) with other passengers (2

passengers per row of seats will be allowed).

French

Polynesia

International

• Commercial flights are gradually increasing to Tahiti. Travellers are no longer required to

quarantine. However, they are required to confirm a negative COVID-19 test result from

within 72 hours of their departure, show proof of sufficient medical insurance, and provide

a trip itinerary.

• Additionally, all tourists will be given a COVID-19 test kit upon arrival, and a self-test

should be carried out four days later to ensure they have still not contracted the virus. If

anyone tests positive for the virus, they will be transported to Tahiti's main hospital for

quarantine.

• Passengers must wear a mask during the entire flight and in the airport for passengers

aged 11 and over.




Domestic


• Eased restrictions have been re-tightened. These measures consist of the closure of

discotheques and nightclubs, the obligation to wear a compulsory mask in most public

spaces, the application of strict health rules in restaurants and establishments, liquor

outlets and prior declaration for all gatherings of more than 50 people on public roads.

• Air Tahiti is cleared to resume internal flights, with people encouraged to travel to

stimulate the economy.

Special Conditions


• Gatherings of any size are allowed; church services can resume, and sport events can be

held.

Gabon International

• Limited commercial air operations have resumed. Initially, only two flights per week are

being permitted.

• European tourists and business travellers would not be granted visas after the European

Union excluded it from a "safe list" of countries from which the bloc is allowing non-

essential travel.

• Land, sea, and air borders are largely restricted or closed except for repatriation flights and

the transport of food, petroleum, and freight.

• Inbound travellers are required to provide a negative COVID-19 rest result upon arrival

from within the past five days. Travellers will also be subject to a 15-day quarantine

period.

Domestic

• A nationwide curfew is in place between 20:00-05:00 local time.

• Domestic air, maritime, and rail transportation is resuming.

• Travel outside Libreville to inland Gabon remains restricted. • State of Emergency in effect until further notice.

Special Conditions

• Authorities also announced the reopening of restaurants with terraces and hotels

nationwide but said bars and nightclubs will remain closed.

• Markets and nonessential businesses such as salons and garages have resumed normal

operations.

• Sporting and large events are cancelled.

• Gatherings are limited to 10 people.

• Face coverings are required in public areas.

Gambia International

• Gambia’s airspace is closed except for cargo and medical flights, as well as returning

citizens, until further notice.

• All land and sea borders are closed indefinitely; this measure does not include freight

transport.

• Entry may be permitted to diplomats, drivers of essential commodities, or individuals

seeking emergency medical care.

• Anyone entering Gambia must show a valid certificate stating a negative COVID-19 test result not older than 72 hours.


• If you are in receipt of a negative Covid-19 test you will be required to self-isolate at home/one location for 14 days. If you are not in receipt of a negative Covid-19 test you will be moved to a Government designated quarantine facility at your own cost for 14 days.

Domestic

• A State of Public Emergency is in place.

• The nationwide curfew has elapsed but it is understood some areas continue to impose the measures from 22:00 to 05:00.

• Schools and non-food outlets are closed.

• Places of worship are allowed to operate with restrictions.

• Markets can open from 06:00-14:00 local time. Markets and all shopping areas are closed on Sundays.

• Most public spaces are closed, and public and social gatherings are prohibited.

Special Conditions

• Face masks are required in public.

Georgia International

• Most foreigners are banned from entering Georgia.

• The government has announced that it is now postponing the re-opening of Georgia’s land

and air borders, as well as international tourism until at least 31 October. The only

exceptions are flights to Tbilisi, Munich, Paris, and Riga, which will be operated by

Lufthansa, AirFrance and airBaltic.

• Non-essential travel restrictions for travellers from Georgia to the European Union are

lifted.

• Passengers arriving to Georgia are required to complete an electronic form before crossing

the border detailing 14-day travel history and plans while inside the country.

• A negative PCR (polymerase chain reaction) test is required of all travellers arriving into the country. This includes those arriving from Germany, France, Latvia, Lithuania, and Estonia; countries which Georgia had opened its borders to unconditionally. The test must be obtained 72 hours before departure.

• Individuals entering into Georgia now required to spend eight days, instead of 12 in

quarantine. After eight days, people placed in quarantine will take a PCR test and if the

result is negative, they will be able to leave quarantine.

• If travelling to Tbilisi airport by taxi the social distancing rules must still be observed (no

more than three people in a single vehicle, including the driver, with passengers sitting in

the rear).

• A specialised call-centre group will remain in contact with any foreign travellers after they

arrive in the country.

Domestic

• Most coronavirus restrictions have now been lifted.

• Those over 70 should only leave home to go the nearest grocery, pharmacy, or medical

centre.

• In areas where there is an unexplained case of coronavirus, lockdown measures may be

introduced without warning.

Special Conditions

• Shops, restaurants, and public transport have now re-opened.

• Railways and certified hotels are also open.

• Educational establishments remain closed and working from home is encouraged.


• There remains a ban on gatherings of more than 10 people.

• The limit on only three people in cars, with passengers restricted to the rear seats, remains

in place for taxis only.

• It is mandatory to wear masks in enclosed spaces such as shops and on public transport.

Failing to do so can result in a 20 lari (approx. £5) fine for an individual or 500 lari (approx.

£130) for a legal entity.

Germany International

• Travel restrictions remain in place for non-essential travel. Exemptions exist. For full details see https://www.auswaertiges-amt.de/en/einreiseundaufenthalt/coronavirus

• The German travel warning for non-EU and non-Schengen countries is in place until 30

September. In October, the travel warnings for these countries will be replaced with

"differentiated travel and security warnings" applying to individual places.

• Internal border controls with Austria, Switzerland, France, Italy, and Denmark are lifted.

• Border controls with Spain no longer exist.

• Travellers permitted entry from a designated risk area will either have to present a

negative COVID-19 test result from within 48 hours, undergo a COVID-19 test upon arrival,

or undergo a test upon return to the individual’s residence. A negative test result will likely

exempt the traveller from any 14-day isolation or quarantine requirements.

• Inbound international travellers from high risk areas are required to undergo COVID-19

testing upon arrival.

• Travellers should also expect more scrutiny during checks, as more comprehensive

questions may be posed, and health checks performed in doubtful cases. Measures may

also be adjusted when necessary.

• Visas will not be issued for students on online courses only due to the pandemic.

Domestic

• Authorities have started to ease the country's coronavirus lockdown measures, under

conditional rules with an 'emergency brake' mechanism in place.

• Each state is permitted to vary its easing by type and timescale.

• Social distancing (between non-household members) and the use of face coverings are

necessary for travel on public transport.

• Public transport providers will be introducing measures to comply with social distancing,

which could affect capacity and regularity of services.

• Bavaria State has tightened measures including limiting sizes of people meeting, greater

use of face masks and imposing a curfew on restaurants between 23:00 and 06:00.

Special Conditions

• Commercial enterprises are reopening including shops and restaurants.

• Some hotels have reopened.

• Large events and gatherings will not take place prior to 31 December.

• Face coverings are to be used when in stores.

• Guidelines on social distancing and face masks may vary by state.

Ghana International

• Air borders are gradually reopening and international flights are resuming. Options likely

remain very limited.

https://www.auswaertiges-amt.de/en/einreiseundaufenthalt/coronavirus


• Arriving passengers are required to provide a negative result from a COVID-19 test

conducted no more than 72 hours before departure, followed by a mandatory test upon

arrival at a fee paid for by the passenger.

• Land and sea borders are closed indefinitely.

Domestic

• COVID-19 restrictions will remain in place until 20 December.

• Domestic flights through Kotoka International Airport have resumed to Kumasi, Takoradi,

and Tamale.

• Public transportation is operating with capacity limitations.

Special Conditions

• School have resumed for some students.

• Public and private gatherings of up to 100 people are allowed.

• Restaurants are reopening provided social distancing guidelines are followed.

• Restrictions on festivals, religious and sporting events, and political rallies are expected to

be gradually lifted. Tourist centres and open-air establishments are said to be reopening.

• Restrictions on the number of people inside churches and mosques are lifted in

accordance with social distancing and hygiene measures.

• Nightclubs, bars, beaches, and cinemas remain closed.

• Face masks are required while in public spaces.

Gibraltar International

The Government of Gibraltar introduced a COVID-19 contact tracing online passenger locator and ‘Relevant area form’ for passengers flying to Gibraltar. It is a legal requirement to complete a passenger locator form and inform the authorities if you have been in a ‘relevant area’ in the 14 days before your arrival in Gibraltar. A ‘relevant area’ is a country, area, or territory outside of the European Union, but does not include the UK, Jersey, Guernsey, Isle of Man, Andorra, Monaco, San Marino, and the Vatican. It also excludes the list of countries included in the Schedule (Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway, Switzerland, Australia, Canada, Georgia, Japan, New Zealand, Rwanda, South Korea, Thailand, Tunisia, Uruguay, and China). You will only be able to complete this form once you have checked in and have been allocated your seat number.

Domestic

• Gibraltar has postponed a full easing of measures, remaining in stage six.

• Restrictions are being tightened. Face coverings are compulsory for shoppers and catering

curfews are being introduced. In addition, bars will close an hour earlier at 01:00, while

restaurants are required to close at 00:30 local time. Drinking alcohol in public locations

will be prohibited after 23:00.

• Schools and most businesses have been permitted to reopen.

Special Conditions

• Gatherings of up to 20 people are permitted.

• Retail can open under COVID secure measures from 09:00-19:00.

• Public Transport has returned, although it is going to be a requirement to wear a mask

inside buses.

• Some sporting activities are possible.

Greece International

• The Hellenic Civil Aviation Authority has extended a travel ban and restrictions to several countries outside of the EU until 30 September.


• It includes the following: • Flights between Greece and Turkey remain suspended. • Flights between Greece and Barcelona remain suspended. • Flights between Greece and Catalonia remain suspended. • Flights between Greece and Albania and North Macedonia will continue to operate

through the Athens International Airport ‘Eleftherios Venizelos’. • All passengers flying to Greece on connecting flights via Bulgaria, Romania, United Arab

Emirates, Malta, Sweden, Belgium, Spain, Albania and North Macedonia will need to provide a negative Covid-19 test result on arrival to Greece; the test cannot be older than 72 hours prior to their arrival in Greece.

• No entry of non-EU citizens except those from Australia, Canada, Georgia, Japan, New Zealand, Rwanda, South Korea, Thailand, Tunis, Uruguay, and the U.A.E.

• Passengers flying via Israel will need to provide a negative Covid-19 test result on arrival to

Greece; the test cannot be older than 72 hours prior to their arrival in Greece.

• The land borders with Bulgaria, Albania, Northern Macedonia, and Turkey have reopened.

• All travellers crossing a land border into Greece must provide a negative COVID-19 test

result, obtained up to 72 hours before arrival.

• The Greek authorities have introduced testing and self-isolation/quarantine requirements

for new arrivals into Greece. These may vary according to where your flight originated.

• You should also be aware that if other passengers on your flight subsequently test positive,

you may be subject to further quarantine/self-isolation requirements. These will be

mandatory, and you should comply with the Greek Authorities’ requirements.

• Inbound travellers are required to complete a Passenger Locator Form at least 48 hours

before arrival.

• The ports of Piraeus, Rhodos, Iraklio, Volos, Corfu and Katakolo are open.

Domestic

• Mask-wearing is compulsory in all indoor public spaces and also in outdoor spaces where

sufficient social distancing cannot be observed.

• Restrictions vary depending by region; however, violations are punishable by fines of up to

5000 Euros.

• The prefecture of Attica is now between a moderate to high epidemiological risk. Therefore, new measures are being introduced including suspending the operation of live music venues for 14 days and make the wearing of masks mandatory in all enclosed work spaces, as well as in all open air spaces in the greater Athens area. For those older than 65, authorities have urged the use of masks everywhere. In restaurants there will be a maximum limit of six people seated per table, while cinemas and theatres will be allowed to operate at 60 percent capacity. Additionally, open air produce markets will be allowed to operate at 50 percent capacity.

Special Conditions

• Mosques, restaurants, cafes, churches, and some other non-essential businesses are now

resuming services.

• The country will roll out phase six of its plan to ease lockdown measures, beginning by

allowing restaurants and hotels to open up their indoor dining areas to clients as long as

they are respecting strict social distancing measures.

• Greece has opened most of its entertainment facilities with capacity limited to 60% and

social distancing measures in place.

• Seasonal hotels have reopened, although access to spas, saunas, outdoor pools, and other

public areas will be strictly regulated.

• Businesses, particularly bars and restaurants, may operate under limited opening hours.

• Public gatherings are limited to 9 people.


Greenland International

• Before boarding, travellers must provide a maximum five-day old negative COVID-19 test.

All arrivals must directly self-quarantine and will be re-tested for COVID-19 five days later.

• Inbound passengers must provide a completed ‘Sumut’ form which includes one’s

itinerary, destination, and who they will be in contact/staying with.

• Quarantine requirements vary between cities.

• Persons holding passports from or having permanent residence in Denmark, Faroe Islands,

Germany, Iceland, and Norway are permitted to travel to Greenland.

• Travellers are permitted to transit in Denmark to reach Greenland.

• Officials encourage all individuals to have a comprehensive health insurance policy, which

includes all health situations including hospital admission, emergencies, and ambulance

transportation from more isolated areas in Greenland.

Domestic

• Greenland is in phase 2 of reopening until at least 31 December 2021.

• The country’s phased plan is outlined here: https://visitgreenland.com/articles/corona-

virus-status/

Special Conditions

N/A

Grenada International

• International commercial flights are resuming.

• Inbound travellers are being designated as either low, medium, or high risk based on the

country they are transiting from.


• Travellers from medium- and high-risk countries, including the U.S., are also permitted

entry to the island nation. All arrivals must submit a health declaration form; however, the

ensuing health protocols and movement allowances will vary in accordance with the

traveller's country of origin. All testing, quarantine, and general travel-related costs must

be paid for by the traveller.

• Passengers from medium risk countries must present a negative PCR test result upon

arrival, undergo a rapid test on entry, and may be subject to either limited movement or a

14-day quarantine period.

• Passengers from high risk countries must show a negative PCR test result upon arrival,

then be re-tested, and must enter a 14-day quarantine period.

• All travellers are required to present a Health Declaration form upon arrival and download

a government mobile tracing application to remain active for the duration of a person's

stay.

• Some charter flights are being permitted entry.

• A limited ferry service is available to Carriacou and Petit Martinique.

https://visitgreenland.com/articles/corona-virus-status/

https://visitgreenland.com/articles/corona-virus-status/


Domestic

• A nationwide curfew has been lifted.

Special Conditions

• Everyone must observe social distancing and wear a face mask when out in public.

• Businesses have been approved to begin reopening for essential and non-essential

operations.

• Beaches are open between 05:00 and 17:00 local time.

• Gatherings are limited to 20 people, or up to 50 for weddings and funerals.

Guadeloupe International

• International visitors are permitted entry from all countries except the U.S., Brazil, India,

Israel, Russia, and Turkmenistan.

• Until further notice, passenger transport between Guadeloupe and the Northern Islands is limited to 100 outbound passengers and 100 return passengers, per day, and per airline: Air Caribbean and Air Antilles express.

• the temperature of passengers is systematically checked before boarding in both directions by airlines for flights between Martinique and Guadeloupe. Carriers will operate at 30% capacity.

• Travellers over eleven years old arriving in Guadeloupe must provide proof of a negative PCR test carried out within 72 hours before boarding. This negative result is a guarantee of public health and safety: it is compulsory and requested upon registration.

• Passengers must also present a sworn statement that they are symptom-free and unaware of having been in contact with a confirmed case of covid-19 in the fourteen days prior to the flight

• Anyone coming from Guyana and arriving in Guadeloupe is subject to a quarantine lasting seven days. The quarantine takes place, at the choice of the person concerned, at his home or in a place of accommodation suitable for the implementation of the health instructions indicated to him by the regional health agency, considering his individual and family situation.

• PCR testing is not required upon exit.

• The authorities recommend that those concerned wear a mask at least for a period of at

least seven days from their arrival.

Domestic

• Face masks are a legal requirement in public spaces for anyone over 11 years old.

• Guadeloupe has been designated as a Red Zone by France meaning more restrictions are

possible.

Special Conditions

• Organisers of gatherings, meetings, or activities of more than 10 people must send a

declaration to the prefecture at the following e-mail address: [email protected]

or for sporting events at [email protected] three working days

minimum before its organisation.

• Events of more than 5,000 people are prohibited. • Gyms, stadiums, pools, sports halls, exhibition halls, fairs, and convention/meeting centres

are closed.

• Restaurants, cafes, and bars are closed.

Guam International

• Travellers from a low-risk area are not subject to COVID-19 quarantine, but travellers have

to get tested on the fifth day of their arrival.


• Travellers whose point of origin is not a low-risk area and who have not taken a PCR test

with negative results, showing the virus that causes COVID-19 is not present, will be

required to go to a government quarantine facility.

• Travellers coming from an area that is not considered low-risk, with negative test results

within five days of arrival, may quarantine at home.

• In either scenario, travellers can take a PCR test on Day 7 of quarantine. Negative results

will allow an early release; however, travellers will still need to comply with monitoring

and tracking for 14 days. Based on the presentation, if travellers’ Day 7 results return

positive, they will have to undergo clinical evaluation and isolation.

• Quarantine and PCR Test requirements can be found here -

https://www.visitguam.com/about-guam/safety-tips/coronavirus/

• United Airlines is planning increased service to Guam.

Domestic

• Guam’s public health emergency has been extended through 30 September.

• Guam has reverted to Pandemic Condition of Readiness 1 (PCOR1), due to concerns

regarding the continuous rise of COVID-19 cases. During the highest level of readiness,

most non-essential businesses will be prohibited from operating, schools will be closed, all

public gatherings will be banned, and most public places will also be closed. The

government are also strongly discouraging Guam residents from unnecessary off-island

travel. This measure is set to expire on 30 September.

• Some easing has taken place to the original order. Retail and service stores will be allowed

to operate at 25 percent capacity, solitary sports will be permitted and outdoor dining can

resume.

• A safer at home order is in place for islanders.

Special Conditions

N/A

Guatemala International

• Air, land, and sea borders are gradually reopening with limitations.

• All travellers permitted entry are required to present a negative COVID-19 test result (not

older than 72 hours) and are subject to a 14-day quarantine period.

• Inbound passengers will also need to complete an immigration form to provide

information, such as their accommodation.

• If required, the individuals will be interviewed, evaluated, and transferred into isolation.

Domestic

• A ‘state of calamity’ is in effect until 5 October.

• Areas are designated with either a green, yellow, orange, or red threat level to determine

specific restrictions.

• Interdepartmental traffic restrictions are removed for the entire country. However,

officials are advising against travel into or out of the departments of Guatemala, Escuintla,

Sacatepequez, Suchitepequez, Izabal, El Progreso, Zacapa, Santa Rosa, and

Quetzaltenango.

• Authorised public transportation can operate at 50% capacity.

Special Conditions

• All individuals must wear masks in public places, including stores and in open-air spaces.

• Public sector employees can work between 07:00-15:00 local time.

https://www.visitguam.com/about-guam/safety-tips/coronavirus/


• Private companies are urged to operate 09:00-17:00 local time.

• All beaches, lakes, rivers, and tourist sites are closed.

• Public religious gatherings and celebrations are prohibited.

• Restaurants, churches, and shopping centres have reopened.

• Small shopping complexes and food delivery services remain operational; however, must

comply with current safety restrictions.

Guernsey International

• A 14-day mandatory quarantine for arrivals will remain in place until further notice.

• The self-isolation/quarantine period is seven days.

• Travellers are being categorised into groups A, B, or C on entry depending on the country

arriving from.

• Visitors from a Group A country within the previous 14 days must still undergo self-

isolation for 14 days.

• Visitors from a Group B country can either choose to self-isolate for 14 days or can take a

COVID-19 test after self-isolating for seven days. If the test returns a negative result, then

the individual will no longer be required to quarantine.

• Visitors from a Group C country is not required to undertake any self-isolation or testing.

Domestic

• A 14-day mandatory quarantine for arrivals will remain in place until further notice.

• Almost all lockdown restrictions are lifted, as the island moves into phase five of their

lockdown exit. Under phase five, social distancing will no longer be required, there will be

no restrictions on gatherings, restaurants and cafes can operate at full capacity, and

nightclubs and bars will reopen.

Special Conditions

N/A

Guinea International

• Air borders are gradually reopening, depending on the implementation of the health

provisions and procedures adopted and in accordance with the principle of reciprocity

between the countries of origin and destination.

• Gbessia International Airport is open.

• All passengers arriving and departing Conakry must show a COVID-19 certificate with a

negative PCR test result within 5 days of the flight.

• Masks are mandatory and travellers must have at least 3 for the trip. There will be

controlled disembarkation of planes.

• Temperature checks and health controls are in place on departure and arrival at the

airport for all passengers.

• Travellers must pass on their contact details to the National Health Security Agency

(Agence Nationale Securite Sante ANSS) and remain in self-isolation for 14 days, they will

be contacted and visited by the Guinean authorities during the isolation period.

Domestic

• A state of emergency is in effect until 17 October.

• A nationwide overnight curfew has been lifted across the country with the exception of

Conakry, Coyah and Dubréka, where it continues from midnight to 04:00 local time.

• Wearing masks is compulsory.


• Persons not wearing masks will be fined 30,000 GNF.

Special Conditions

• Closure of markets from 18:00 local time for Greater Conakry.

• Exam classes and universities are gradually resuming.

• Places of worship can reopen as long as the prefectures have not registered patients of

COVID-19.

Guinea-Bissau International

• Guinea-Bissau is allowing entrance into the country at all land, sea, and air borders.

• All arriving passengers must provide a medical certificate indicating a negative coronavirus test result before boarding.

• A 14-day quarantine period is necessary for anyone arriving to the country positive with

COVID-19, showing symptoms, or without proof of a negative test result.

• TAP are resuming flights.

Domestic

• A state of calamity and public health emergency is in place until 8 December.

• The nationwide curfew has been lifted.

• Public transport can operate, likely with capacity limitations and face masks are required.

• There is a limit of three passengers for all taxis.

• Movement between regions of the country is prohibited.

Special Conditions

• Only essential businesses, such as those providing food and medicine, are open.

• Most restaurants, places of worship, entertainment venues, parks, and schools are closed.



Guyana International

• All flights are suspended to Guyana; however, limited repatriation flights are available for

citizens and permanent residents of Guyana.

• Eastern Airlines operate occasional charter flights between Guyana and the USA.

• Cheddi Jagan and Eugene F. Correira international airports are not operating international

flights.

• The current phase will likely last until 31 December. This phase entails the expansion of the

number of flights and the removal of travel restrictions from certain countries. The final

phase will begin in January of 2021. The soft opening phase has already begun with limited

repatriation flights occurring.

• Land and sea borders remain open at the discretion of port officials. Travellers coming

from countries with a high number of confirmed COVID-19 cases will be subject to

increased screening or a denial of entry upon arrival.

• There are no restrictions on those seeking to leave the country, however, flights are

limited.

• The National COVID-19 Task Force have said that anyone entering Guyana must be in

possession of a current COVID-19 PCR test laboratory certificate.

• The Guyana Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) has approved two weekly repatriation flights

to operate until October departing from Georgetown (CJIA) to New York and Miami.


• Trans Guyana Airways (TGA) are operating special relief flights between Guyana and

Barbados.

Domestic

• A nationwide curfew, 18:00-06:00, is in effect until at least 30 September.

• Domestic air, land, and sea travel is restricted to government and essential movement, and

no vehicle can exceed 50% capacity.

Special Conditions

• Most non-essential businesses remain closed.

• Face masks and social distancing measures are required in all public spaces.

• The country is operating with a six-phased reopening plan.

Haiti International

• The country has reopened its international airports in Port-au-Prince and Cap-Haitien.

• Border crossings at Anse-a-Pitres, Malpasse, Belladere, and Ouanaminthe have reopened.

• Cargo transport, emergency, and government flights continue to operate.

• Those permitted entry will be subject to a 14-day mandatory quarantine.

• There are currently no known restrictions for individuals seeking to depart the country.

Domestic

• The country’s’ State of Emergency has been lifted.

• A nightly curfew remains in effect between 00:00 and 04:00 local time.

Special Conditions

• Restrictions on economic activities are gradually being lifted, with education sites,

factories, and places of worship opening.

• A ban is in effect on gatherings of more than 10 people.


Honduras International

• International commercial flights are gradually resuming limited operations.

• At this stage, American Airlines, United, Spirit, Air Europa, and Cayman Airways have been

authorised to resume flights to the country.

• Bio security and health protocols are being established at airports. This include social

distancing measures and health screenings.

• Inbound travellers are required to present a negative COVID-19 test result, not older than

72 hours, upon arrival.

• Visitors may be subject to a quarantine period.

• Restrictions likely remain in place for sea and land borders.

Domestic

• Domestic flights are operating.

• A nationwide curfew is in effect until at least 4 October, with only one individual per

household allowed to leave home between 06:00 and 20:00 (weekdays) to conduct

essential errands on days specified though the ending number(s) on their national ID,

passport, or resident ID. Movement is now allowed on Saturdays or Sundays.

• The circulation of people will be restricted to the movement of vehicles according to the

completion of their last odd or even license plate number. While in Central District, San


Pedro Sula, and the municipalities of region number 3 this will be done via the last digit of

their identity card, passport, or resident card (foreigners). In the rest of the country,

circulation is normal.

• Officials are planning to implement a five-phase reopening plan. During the reopening

plan, municipalities across the country will be designated as Region 1, 2, or 3 based on

number of COVID-19 cases. This will determine how much of the area’s workforce can

normalize activities and ease restrictions.

• Most of the country is currently in Phase 1, except for the following municipalities, which

remain in Phase 0: Tela, Trujillo, Saba, Tocoa, Bonito Oriental, Reitoca, San Buenaventura,

Santa Lucia, Puerto Lempira, Brus Laguna, La Esperanza, Intibuca, San Jose, Santa Maria, La

Paz, Las Vegas, Trinidad, Orocuina, Pespire, San Antonio de Flores, Omoa, Pimienta,

Potrerillos, Danili, Moroceli, Sinuapa, Ocotequepe, Juticalpa, Nacaome, Amapala, Langue,

San Francisco de Coray, and San Lorenzo.

• Public transportation has resumed at 50% capacity in urban areas.

Special Conditions

• It is mandatory for individuals to wear protective masks in public.

• Only two individuals are allowed per vehicle.

• Some government, financial, public, and tourism institutions are permitted to resume

operations at 33% capacity.

Hong Kong International

• Non-residents are not permitted to enter Hong Kong.

• Travellers are allowed to connect through Hong Kong International Airport provided they are checked through to their final destination.

• Transiting through Hong Kong from, but not to, mainland China is now allowed until 15

October.

• Travellers arriving in Hong Kong on flights from overseas countries/territories, who are not

Hong Kong residents, will be denied entry to Hong Kong.

• The Special Administrative Region has extended mandatory quarantine restrictions for

incoming travellers from Macau, Taiwan, and mainland China, until further notice, the only

areas Hong Kong is currently permitting entry from.

• The Hong Kong government is requiring travellers from certain high-risk countries to

obtain a negative result from a COVID-19 test before arriving in Hong Kong if present in the

14-days prior. The first set of countries to be labelled as 'high-risk' are: Bangladesh, India,

Indonesia, Nepal, Pakistan, Philippines, the U.S., and South Africa. The test result should

not be more than three days (72-hours) old. Travellers from these countries will also need

to present proof of a hotel booking for 14 days to undergo their quarantine. Transit

passengers are exempt from these measures.

• Restrictions also apply on cross border travel with mainland China and Macau. However,

Hong Kong enterprises with cross-border operations in mainland China are now eligible to

apply for an exemption from the usual compulsory quarantine requirements. Qualification

criteria is set by the Hong Kong Trade and Industry Department; the expanded quarantine

exemption will run alongside the quarantine process.

• Meanwhile, an exemption now exists for executives at the top 480 companies listed on the

Hong Kong stock exchange. Two directors or executives per company will be eligible to

travel from mainland China to Hong Kong every month for “essential business activities”

such as board meetings, seeing clients, and signing documents. Executives arriving in Hong

Kong from mainland China will be exempt from the city’s mandatory two-week quarantine.

Yet Hong Kong executives must still undergo quarantine upon reaching the mainland,


though the Hong Kong government is working with authorities there to remove this

requirement by way of predeparture COVID-19 testing.

• All inbound travellers from all flights to Hong Kong are required to take a shuttle bus from

Hong Kong International Airport immediately to the temporary specimen collection centre

at AsiaWorld-Expo to collect deep throat saliva samples and submit the samples at the

venue for conducting COVID-19 test.

• Spouses and minor children of Hong Kong residents are exempt from the SAR’s

restrictions.

Domestic

• The size of public gatherings has been re-increased to four people and more sports venues

will be reopened. Furthermore, restaurants will serve parties of four people, an increase of

two. Indoor recreation spaces will also reopen.

• Theme parks and convention centres are reopening.

• The compulsory mask-wearing order is expanded to include outdoor areas, with limited

exceptions for those with medical conditions.

• Failure to comply may result in a fine of up to 5000 HKD.

• Gyms, amusement centres and massage parlours in Hong Kong are reopening and restaurants can open until 22:00 local time.

• Hong Kong schools are set to resume face-to-face schooling.

Special Conditions

• Wearing face coverings in all indoor public spaces is now compulsory. Social distancing

restrictions (1.5 metres) are in effect until at least 1 October.

• As restrictions related to COVID-19 are lifted, pro-democracy demonstrations have

restarted, with clashes between demonstrators and police. Participants have been

arrested for breaking social distancing regulations and unlawful assembly.

Hungary International

• Liszt Ferenc International Airport is open.

• Entry is restricted and most foreign nationals are banned. Foreign residents who are family

members of Hungarian citizens and EEA nationals holding a permanent residence card are

exempt.

• The Visegrad Four Group consists of Hungary, the Czech Republic, Poland, and Slovakia;

and these citizens will be able to enter if they can provide a negative COVID-19 polymerase

chain reaction (PCR) test taken within five days of arrival. Foreign diplomats, military

convoys, international students, freight transporters, business travellers, and individuals

providing humanitarian aid are exempt from this measure.

• Commuters travelling from Austria to Hungary and vice versa for work on a regular basis

are exempted from entry restrictions.

• Passengers arriving at Budapest’s Liszt Ferenc International Airport will be subject to a

compulsory medical test upon arrival. Depending on the test’s result, they may be taken to

hospital quarantine or ordered to stay in home quarantine for 14 days.

• Returning citizens are also required to quarantine for 14-days and may leave quarantine

after two negative test results are received.

• Nationals of the following countries can enter Hungary for business purposes: Czech Republic, Poland, Japan, South Korea, Germany, Austria, and Slovakia. Ukrainians can enter for agricultural work.

• Authorities have denied a European Union request to add non-EU countries to their 'safe'

travel list, although Serbia is exempt.


• For passengers transiting through Hungary to other countries, a “humanitarian corridor” is

in place, with strict border controls.

• Restrictions are being imposed on cross-border travel. Nationals inbound from high-risk

countries designated as ‘yellow’ or ‘red’ must undergo a health screening and quarantine

period. Foreigners from ‘red’ countries will be banned.

Domestic

• Officials have indicated that restrictions will tighten to facilitate a return to school for

students.

• Stricter rules are in place for Budapest and Pest County.

Special Conditions

• Mass events of more than 500 people are not permitted. Family events are limited to 200

people.

• Schools are closed and restaurants are allowed to serve food and drinks inside.

• Hotels, parks, shops, restaurants, cafes, and bars are allowed to reopen, and outdoor

sporting and cultural events can also be held.

• Face masks are required on public transport and in many public spaces, particularly in

Budapest.

Iceland International

• Some flights are operating, including Icelandair.

• Iceland’s borders with the EU and Schengen countries are open.

• Restrictions on inbound non-essential travel from Algeria, Australia, Canada, Georgia,

Japan, Montenegro, Morocco, New Zealand, Rwanda, Serbia, South Korea, Thailand,

Tunisia, and Uruguay are lifted.

• Passengers arriving in Iceland may choose either to submit to two COVID-19 screening

tests, separated by five days’ quarantine until the results of the second test are known, or

else not to undergo border screening but instead to spend 14 days in quarantine after

arrival. The requirement regarding quarantine and/or testing applies to all people who

have spent more than 24 hours during the past 14 days in locations that are defined as

potential infection risk areas.

• Children born in or after 2005 are exempt from the screening and quarantine

requirements, and the same exemption applies to persons who have been certified by the

Icelandic health authorities. Transit passengers are not required to undergo screening or

quarantine.

• Arrivals will also have to download the country’s tracing application and complete a pre-

registration form (https://visit.covid.is/).

Domestic

• Public transportation is operating. Face masks are required.

Special Conditions

• Workplaces and businesses are open, but no more than 100 people are permitted inside.

• Pools, restaurants, fitness centres, museums, entertainment venues, bars, and nightclubs

are also open with health protocols in place.

• The maximum number of people permitted to gather at one time has been reduced to

100.

https://visit.covid.is/


• A two-metre social distancing measure is now mandatory in all businesses, workplaces,

and public establishments.

• Bars and restaurants must close by 23:00 local time and shops are to be deep cleaned

every day.

• Schools remain closed.

India International

• India has extended its ban on international flight operations until 30 September and issued

new guidelines for international arrivals. The restrictions will not impact international

cargo operations and flights specifically approved by the Directorate General of Civil

Aviation (DGCA).

• Indians stranded abroad; passengers will now be able to seek exemption from mandatory

institutional quarantine.

• India’s civil aviation ministry has entered into 13 ‘air bubble’ agreements with other

countries, including the US, France, Germany, the UAE, Qatar, and the Maldives that would

allow aircraft to fly between countries in a regulated environment.

• All inbound travellers are required to submit a self-declaration form online at least 72

hours prior to departure for India. Everyone must also enter a quarantine period; however,

the duration varies between destinations in the country.

• Temperature and other health screenings are being conducted at airports and seaports.

Any individual showing symptoms will be directed to a designated isolation facility for

further evaluation and likely COVID-19 testing.

• Land borders with Bangladesh, Bhutan, Myanmar, and Nepal are closed.

Domestic

• A nationwide curfew is in place from 21:00 to 05:00 local time, except for essential

activities. Measures may vary by district or state.

• Increasing levels of autonomy have been afforded to states to ease restrictions.

• Restrictions on travel and business vary for each state and in some cases each city.

• Domestic flights have resumed with reduced capacity, medical screenings, and compulsory

use of face masks.

• Intra- and inter-state travel is permitted, but limitations vary state-to-state.

• Limited metro and rail services have resumed.

Special Conditions

• Wearing face masks is compulsory in public spaces.

• Social distancing of two metres is required.

• Places of worship, restaurants, hotels, and malls are open, except for those within

containment zones.

Indonesia International

• International passengers are not allowed to transit or enter Indonesia, with some

exceptions.

• A travel bubble is being scoped with China, South Korea, Japan, and Australia.

• Those permitted entry will need to provide proof of a negative COVID-19 test from within

7 days before arrival. Individuals who do not arrive with a test result have to undergo a

test in Indonesia and remain in a quarantine facility until results are returned.


• Bali remains closed to international travel until 2021. The island has reopened for domestic

tourism. Visitors must present a negative rapid antibody test result that is no more than 14

days old to be granted entry and show no outward symptoms of COVID-19.

• The Immigration Directorate General has updated a number of regulations regarding

foreigners who have been granted emergency stay permits by the Indonesian government

because of travel restrictions amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.

• The latest regulations affect holders of valid temporary stay permits (KITAS), permanent

stay permits (KITAP), visas on arrival and free visas who have been granted an emergency

stay permit. KITAS holders who have been granted an emergency stay permit may now

extend their KITAS or apply for KITAP. KITAP holders with emergency stay permits can now

extend their permits.

Domestic

• Domestic flights have been allowed to resume subject to restrictions. Foreign nationals

may travel on domestic flights solely for the purpose of transiting to an outbound

international flight.

• The Transportation Ministry has allowed for an increase in passenger numbers per flight to

70 percent of the respective aircraft’s capacity.

• According to the new regulations, passengers need to provide a letter showing the

negative result of a polymerase chain reaction (PCR) test or a COVID-19 rapid test to travel.

The certification must be valid within 14-days of the departure date.

• Officials are being asked to increase the surveillance of industrial clusters and focus on

enforcing mobility restrictions at the village level.

• Public transit remains limited.

• Individuals using public transportation for inter-provincial travel are being required to

present identification, provide proof of a negative COVID-19 test, and have a government-

made tracking app activated on their mobile phone.

• Large-scale social distancing protocols (PSBB) are in place for Jakarta until at least 11

October. By reimposing the order, non-essential businesses will have to close, and people

will be asked to work from home. It is also understood that PSBB remains in place for the

areas of Ambon, Bekasi, Bogor, and Depok. This also applies to the Greater Tangerang.

Special Conditions

• Offices, restaurants, and grocery stores have reopened in Jakarta, with only 50 percent of

their employees and customers allowed.

• Public transportation also resumed services in the capital. Jakarta's worship facilities,

including mosques, are reopen at half capacity and with social-distancing requirements in

place.

• Some shopping centres are reopening in Jakarta.

• Schools will remain closed.

• Approximately 340,000 soldiers and police have been stationed in the provinces of Jakarta,

West Java, Gorontalo, and West Sumatra, to ensure members of the public are wearing

face masks and adhering to social distancing measures.

• Indonesia will calibrate its reopening strategy based of the health risk for each region and

reopen the economy in phases.

• The first phase of the government plan will see the resumption of air, rail, and bus

services.

• Phase two of the government’s plan envisages the opening of malls and markets.

• Phase three will allow for the limited re-opening of schools.


• Phase four will involve the gradual reopening of restaurants, cafes, bars, and gyms.

Iran International

• All flights from China and European countries are suspended until further notice.

• Visa services are temporarily suspended for Chinese nationals.

• Most border crossings are closed, except for joint border crossings with Afghanistan.

• The Gurbulak land border with Turkey is open.

• The border with Turkmenistan is partially open.

• All passengers arriving into Iran by air are required to hold a valid health certificate, issued

by the health authorities of the country of departure. This must contain a COVID-19

molecular test performed by an approved centre of the departure country, carried out

within 96 hours of entry into Iran. Non-Iranian nationals will not be permitted entry

without such a certificate. Iranian nationals without such a certificate will be directed to

quarantine locations for 14 days and will incur associated medical and accommodation

costs.

• You may be tested for COVID-19 on arrival.

• On arrival, passengers with a valid health certificate will not be required to self-isolate or

quarantine. Iranian nationals without such a certificate will be directed to quarantine

locations for 14 days and will incur associated medical and accommodation costs.

• Border crossings between Iran and Iraq have been sealed for the Arbaeen march on 7

October due to the pandemic.

Domestic

• Sima-Sadat Lari said Khuzestan, West Azerbaijan, East Azerbaijan, Khorasan Razavi, Zanjan, Kurdistan, Kermanshah, Golestan, Hormozgan, Ilam, Bushehr, and Mazandaran provinces are considered as “red zones”.

• Tehran, Fars, Ardabil, Isfahan, Alborz, South Khorasan, Sistan and Baluchestan, Kohgiluyeh

and Boyer-Ahmad, Lorestan, Hamadan, Yazd, Kerman, and North Khorasan are also

considered orange (alarming) zones.

• The previous ban on inter-city travel has been lifted.

Special Conditions

• The wearing of face masks in all public places is mandatory. President Rouhani has warned

that people without face masks will be denied services from government offices and

workplaces that fail to comply with health protocols will be shut for a week.

• Essential businesses have been re-opened, as long as they adhere to social distancing

guidelines.

• Restrictions have eased at museums and historical locations. Universities, restaurants,

tourist sites, and cafes are open; however, restrictions likely remain in place.

• Mosques in low risk parts of the country have reopened.

• Holy shrines have been allowed to reopen one hour after dawn and must close one hour

before sundown. These sites are requiring health screening and other protective

measures.

• Friday Prayers in Tehran was cancelled due to the recent spike in cases; it is possible 20

percent of the capital have been infected.

• Libraries, indoor sport halls, and wakes are closed or suspended.

Iraq International

• International flights are no longer restricted except to Iran.


• Iraqi Kurdistan airports in Erbil and Sulaymaniyah have reopened for international and domestic flights. Passengers must take a PCR [polymerase chain reaction] test 48 hours before their inbound flight. This requirement may also be necessary for transit flights.

• Iraq has begun allowing citizens to travel abroad under certain conditions. Iraqis who leave the country must undergo Covid-19 tests upon their return and self-isolate for two weeks. Those who test negative must self-quarantine at home for 14 days. Those who test positive or show symptoms of Covid-19 will be transferred to specialist hospitals.

• Drivers bringing passengers to the airports must also be tested, at a cost of $40, while tests

for people boarding flights cost $80.

• Land crossings are open for trade only.

• The Shalamcheh border crossing has reopened with Iran. The crossing, for now, is open

only for food imports, allowing 500 trucks from Iran to enter per week on Wednesdays and

Sundays.

• All travellers are banned from entering Iraq for the purpose of tourism. • Flights with Turkey are suspended until 1 October.

Domestic

• Inter-provincial movement is eased.

Special Conditions

• All individuals are required to wear face masks when outside their homes.

• Vehicle use is restricted based on the last digit of the license plate and may not carry more

than three passengers.

• Restaurants and five-star hotels are reopening, but must adhere to public health guidelines, and sporting events are expected to resume.

• Government agencies are also allowed to work up to 50 percent of their employees under the easing measures.

• Medical personnel are on strike due to poor working conditions, limiting medical services.

Ireland International

• Passengers arriving in Ireland may be required to self-quarantine for 14 days.

• All travellers must complete a Public Health Passenger Locator Form

(https://www.gov.ie/en/publication/ab900-covid-19-passenger-locator-form/).

• Those from a “green list” of countries with low COVID-19 rates are to be exempt from

isolating themselves for 14 days. The list is published here and is subject to change -

https://www2.hse.ie/conditions/coronavirus/travel.html

• Some flights and ferry services continue to operate between Ireland and the UK. Limited

flights are available to Ireland from the United States. While Irish quarantine requirements

are still in place for travellers from the UK, British nationals will be exempt from self-

isolation procedure on return home.

• Other exemptions apply.

Domestic

• A five-tier system for determining domestic measures is now in effect.

• Ireland is currently at Level 2 of 5. This means there are restrictions on social gatherings

organised events. Working from home is still advised and limiting the use of public

transport.

• Additional restrictions are in place for Dublin until at least 9 October. Indoor dining at

restaurants has been banned and the governments is advising against all but essential

travel. The newly implemented measures also include a ban on indoor events.

https://www.gov.ie/en/publication/ab900-covid-19-passenger-locator-form/

https://www2.hse.ie/conditions/coronavirus/travel.html


• Non-essential travel outside of the country is still advised against.

• Face masks are required on public transport, in shops, and in shopping centres.

• Donegal is set to return to Level 3 restrictions due to local case numbers.

Special Conditions

• A free ‘COVID Tracker’ mobile application is available to the public through which alerts

will show if the user has been in close contact with a COVID-19 patient, alerts others if the

user tests positive, and guidelines.

Isle of Man International

• The Isle of Man border is closed to nearly all foreign travellers until further notice.

• All residents can return without needing prior permission; however, must complete a

‘Manx Entry Permit’ to verify residency. A 14-day quarantine period is mandatory after

arrival.

• Returning residents are also required to complete a ‘Landing Form’ within 48 hours of

arrival.

• Certain travel to and from the Island for 'overriding personal reasons' is being allowed with

permission of an ‘Exemption Certificate’. A 14-day quarantine period is mandatory after

arrival.

• The government have announced it will allow residents returning to the island to self-

isolate for seven days if they paid £50 for a coronavirus test that came back negative.

• The Isle of Man Airport is closed to passenger flights.

• The majority of ferry operations to and from the Isle of Man have been suspended.

Domestic

• Social distancing measures are no longer required. Except for in care homes and

healthcare environments. Restrictions in maternity wards have been eased.

• A State of Emergency has ended.

Special Conditions

• Pubs, restaurants, shops, and gyms are open.

• Gatherings of up to 30 people are permitted outdoors.

• The governments of Guernsey and the Isle of Man have agreed to form an ‘air bridge’

allowing travel between the jurisdictions without the need for self-isolating on arrival.

Israel International

• Some international commercial flights are operating, but most non-resident foreign

nationals are being banned or restricted from entering.

• Permitted passengers arriving in the country from nations designated as green/low-

infection will not be required to quarantine upon entry. However, those from red/high-

infection locations must undergo self-isolation.

• The entry ban on foreign nationals arriving from counties not on a ‘safe’ list will remain in

effect until at least 1 October.

• Outbound flights are prohibited during the re-introduction of lockdown measures;

exemptions are available for persons who booked flights prior to the inception of the

lockdown.

• Tel Aviv’s Ben Gurion Airport has established a coronavirus testing centre for passengers.

• Israel has closed its land borders with Egypt and Jordan and has suspended crossings with

Gaza.


Domestic

• The government is implementing a three-week lockdown. The first 14 days are a full

lockdown with residents unable to venture further than 500 metres from their homes.

Schools, places of worship and all but essential shops will be closed.

• Officials have further tightened lockdown measures until 11 October. Under the new

measures, all businesses will be shut down except for factories and services that will be

defined as “essentials”. Rallies and prayers will be permitted only in small groups of up to

20 people. Restaurants are only able to provide delivery.

• Beyond the lockdown, a traffic light system for the implementation of curfew restrictions

has been introduced. The harshest of the new restrictions will require businesses in the

impacted cities/towns to close by 19:00 local time every day and forbid people from going

more than 500 metres from their homes. The health ministry will release the list.

Special Conditions

• Prior to the lockdown, up to 20 people were allowed in restaurants, indoor public places,

businesses, and places of worship. Gatherings of up to 30 people were permitted

outdoors.

• During the three-week lockdown, gatherings are limited to 10 people indoors and 20

people outdoors. Bars, restaurants, and cultural venues are closed during this time period.

• Social distancing protocols remains in force.


Italy International

• Airports and ports of entry are reopening and gradually resuming operations to allow

international travel for citizens of the European Union, Schengen Area, and the United

Kingdom.

• Travellers from the EU, Schengen Area, and the United Kingdom will no longer be required

to enter a quarantine period, unless having a recent travel history to other countries.

• Travellers entering from Malta, Spain, Greece, and Croatia must undertake a compulsory

test. Where possible, ensure this is within 72-hours prior to entry. If you do not you will be

required to take a test within 48-hours upon arrival.

• Business travellers visiting the country for justifiable work purposes that does not exceed

72 hours are exempt from the 14-day quarantine. Those eligible may be able to extend an

additional 48 hours for specific needs.

• Exceptions are possible for any traveller with a valid reason to enter Italy. A declaration

form must be filled out prior to entry and arrivals are subject to a mandatory 14-day self-

isolation order.

• The European Union is gradually lifting restrictions on inbound non-essential travel from

Algeria, Australia, Canada, Georgia, Japan, Montenegro, Morocco, New Zealand, Rwanda,

Serbia, South Korea, Thailand, Tunisia, and Uruguay. China has been listed but is 'subject to

confirmation of reciprocity'. This list will be reassessed every two weeks.

• Italy has introduced a ban on entry to passengers coming select countries that it assesses

presents an excessive rate of COVID-19 infections. The list includes Armenia, Bahrain,

Bangladesh, Brazil, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Chile, Colombia, Kuwait, North Macedonia,

Moldova, Oman, Panama, Peru, the Dominican Republic, and Colombia. The ban affects

anyone who has stayed in or travelled through these countries in the last 14 days.

• Italy is keeping the mandatory quarantine rule for all those arriving from a non-EU nation,

even if they have passed through another internal Schengen country.


• Italy have issued a mandatory order that all travellers from Paris and other areas in France

must be tested for COVID-19. An exact listing is awaited.

Domestic

• The country's COVID-19 state of emergency has been extended through to 15 October,

allowing authorities to implement measures when necessary.

• Internal travel restrictions have been relaxed, but travellers are advised to limit travel to

essential movements only.

• All travellers entering Italy must avoid using public transport and must arrange to be

collected, take a taxi, or hire a car.

• Train companies have reduced domestic services and international travel is limited. Some

cross-border bus companies are also still cancelling their services.

Special Conditions

• COVID-19 emergency measures including the requirement for wearing face masks in

enclosed public spaces and (in some regions) in all public places, some outdoor spaces, and

during the night (18:00-06:00) through to 30 September. This is extended to all hours in

parts of Genoa and in parts of Campania Region.

• Most businesses, shops, public spaces, cultural sites, and leisure facilities are open.

Jamaica International

• Air and seaports are gradually reopening to allow for international visitors.

• All travellers to Jamaica must apply for a Travel Authorization through the Jamaica Tourist

Board prior to arrival on the island.

• Travellers from countries designated as high-risk by the Jamaican government are required

to upload a valid Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) test result in addition to the

authorisation form at least ten days before arrival. Individuals who are not staying at

hotels will undergo risk assessments and will be required to complete a PCR test at a

designated testing location. These individuals will remain under quarantine orders until

test results are received.

• All visitors will still be screened upon arrival in Jamaica via thermal temperature checks,

symptom observation and a brief interview with a health officer.

• Leisure travellers from areas not currently designated as high risk may be subject to swab

testing based on symptoms or responses to the risk assessment.

• Business travellers will be tested on arrival at the airport.

Domestic

• Nationwide curfew hours in place from 20:00-05:00 until at least 7 October.

Special Conditions

• Businesses are being encouraged to have employees work from home where possible.

• Beaches, zoos, theme parks, river activities, and markets are open. However, opening

hours may vary depending on curfew hours or quarantine orders.

• Hotels are open with strict health and safety measures in place.

• Social distancing and face masks are required in public spaces.

• Groups up to 15 people are being permitted, except for religious services.

• Anyone over the age of 70 is required to self-isolate, only being encouraged to leave their

residence once a day for critical errands.


• The country does not have the human-resource and fiscal capacity to carry out testing for

the virus at its three international airports and several seaports.

Japan International

• From October, Japan will reopen borders for all foreign visitors with permits to stay in the country for some time, including students and business people, but excluding tourists. Japan will allow the entry of foreign nationals with permits to stay for three months or longer for purposes including engaging in medical, cultural, and sports-related activities. Business trips for less than three months will also be allowed. Those travellers must be accepted by entities or organisations capable of ensuring they have tested negative for the virus before entering Japan. After arrival, they have to stay in self-isolation for 14 days and avoid using public transportation during the period.

• The government is considering limiting the number of entries to about 1,000 each day. At the same time, it will increase virus testing capacity at airports

• Japan has agreed with Singapore and Brunei to mutually reopen their borders for newly

arriving expatriates and other long-term residents, starting 8 October. They will be allowed

in on condition they self-isolate for 14 days after entering the respective countries.

• Japan currently has an entry ban in place for certain countries and regions; subject to

change. Full list here - https://www.japan.travel/en/coronavirus/

• Returning residents will be required to take a polymerase chain reaction test within 72

hours before departing for Japan and provide the result to authorities upon arrival.

• If permitted to enter the country, foreign residents will be required to self-isolate for two

weeks.

• Travellers entering Japan as a transit country will not be permitted to disembark, as this

will mean they will be subject to staying in a pre-designated quarantine station.

• All passengers arriving in Japan are subject to self-isolate for 14 days on arrival at a

designated location (such as a hotel or your own home) and to avoid using public

transport.

Domestic

• The nationwide state of emergency has been lifted.

• Restrictions on social and economic activities in urban areas are eased.

• Most major cities are beginning to ease restrictions on movement and commerce.

• Inter provincial travel will no longer be constrained.

• Many tourist spots across Japan have reopened, with precautions in place.

• Tokyo has lowered its coronavirus alert level from its highest level of a four-point scale, to

one below – orange - as COVID-19 cases decline in the city.

Special Conditions

• Public transportation is operational as long as passengers and crews adhere to social

distancing measures.

• Sporting events can go ahead with venues at 50 percent capacity, and larger cinemas and theatres may also reopen at 50 percent capacity. The majority of non-essential businesses have been permitted to reopen in the country. The use of face masks in public areas, social distancing measures, and exercising basic precautions have been advised.

Jersey International

• Borders have reopened.

• A 'traffic light' system has launched in Jersey.

• For destinations categorised as red, inbound passengers must take a test on arrival into Jersey and self-isolate for 14 days.

https://www.japan.travel/en/coronavirus/


• For destinations categorised as amber, inbound passengers must take a test on arrival into Jersey and self-isolate until day five, when they will have to take another test. If this returns a negative result, they will be able to leave self-isolation.

• For destinations categorised as green, inbound passengers must take a test on arrival into

Jersey but will not be required to self-isolate.

• All inbound passengers must complete a ‘pre-departure registration form’ to declare their

recent travel history and any possible COVID-19 symptoms.

• For the latest information see here -

https://www.gov.je/Health/Coronavirus/Travel/Pages/CoronavirusTravelAdvice.aspx

Domestic

• The island is currently easing restrictions; however, some additional measures such as wearing face masks indoors could be introduced.

• Buses are operating at full capacity, but standing passengers are not permitted. All

passengers over the age of two are required to wear a face mask on public transportation.

Special Conditions

• Businesses, including indoor restaurants, hair salons, gyms, cinemas, and concert venues,

are to reopen. Businesses operating must always maintain physical distancing rules.

• Islanders can now meet outside of their homes for controlled events up to 40 people, but

physical distancing must be observed.

Jordan International

• International commercial air services are gradually resuming. Emergency, humanitarian,

medical, repatriation, and diplomatic flights are exempt from any restrictions.

• Queen Alia International Airport and King Hussein International Airport have been given

permits to open.

• Foreign countries are being designated as either red, yellow, or green to determine entry

requirements for foreigners/tourists from those destinations. Country lists are set to be re-

examined every two weeks.

• Travellers from green countries must show proof of a negative PCR test result (not older

than 72 hours) and undergo a second PCR test upon entry. A quarantine period is not

needed after a negative test result is returned.

• Travellers from yellow countries must show proof of a negative PCR test result (not older

than 72 hours) and undergo a second PCR test upon entry. Regardless of test result, the

individual will be directed to self-isolate for seven days.

• Travellers from red countries must show proof of a negative PCR test result (not older than 72 hours) and undergo a second PCR test upon entry. Regardless of test result, the individual will be directed to self-isolate for seven days. In addition, they must wear a tracking bracelet.

• All inbound passengers are required to complete the online ‘Travel to Jordan Declaration’ prior to travel, pre-pay for the second COVID-19 test, download the ‘Aman.jo’ mobile application, provide evidence that they have spent at least the past 14 days in their departure country before arrival to Jordan, and provide proof of sufficient travel insurance.

• Land and sea borders are largely closed. • All passengers, including Jordanians, arriving in Jordan by special repatriation flights or via

land borders will be PCR tested at their own cost.

Domestic

https://www.gov.je/Health/Coronavirus/Travel/Pages/CoronavirusTravelAdvice.aspx


• Restrictions on gatherings are to be tightened and enforced. Schools, cafes, restaurants,

and mosques will be closed for two-weeks until 1 October.

• Domestic flights are limited but have resumed.

• Movement between governorates has resumed.

• Authorities have eased travel restrictions and extended daily working hours until midnight

for all economic sectors.

• A daily nationwide curfew is in place between 23:00-06:00 local time.

• Public transportation can operate at 50% capacity, with people over 70 being barred from riding.

• Additional restrictions have been imposed on Amman’s Al Rabwa neighbourhood,

including prohibited travel to and from the area (essential goods are exempt). Vehicular

traffic is banned. Schools, parks, markets, and places of worship are closed.

Special Conditions

• Gloves and masks are mandatory in all public places. Social distancing measures are also

being enforced.

• Schools, movie theatres and wedding halls remain closed. Religious services are

suspended.

• Hotels, restaurants, bars, gyms, and tourist sites have reopened. Restaurants and other businesses can be open until 23:00 local time.

Kazakhstan International

• Some international flights out of Kazakhstan area available and borders are closed to most

foreign nationals.

• Citizens, diplomats, family members of citizens, legal residents, and select personnel are

permitted.

• Passengers who have submitted negative COVID-19 test results from not more than five

days prior to travel, will be allowed to enter without quarantine.

• Passengers without these test results are subject to a quarantine order of up to two days

and tested for COVID-19. Individuals who test negative will be required to self-isolate for

12 days and monitored in follow-up checks.

• Air Astana has resumed flights with Uzbekistan.

• Authorities have extended the period of permitted stay in the country for foreigners until 1

November.

Domestic

• Lockdown restrictions are being eased, however some strict measures such as weekend lockdowns will remain in force. Shopping centres, retail chains, beauty salons, spa, gyms, preschool institutions, and other venues are allowed to reopen though customer scale and working hours would be limited. Places like religious sites, bars, clubs, food courts, cinemas, museums, exhibitions, and swimming pools will remain closed.

• Nationals are currently not allowed to exit the country. • Domestic flight operations have been gradually resuming.

• Checkpoints between cities are starting to be removed.

• Limited regional rail and bus services have resumed. Restaurant cars will be temporarily

closed, and the passengers will not be allowed to move between the rail cars. Public

transportation in Nur-Sultan can only operate at 50% capacity.

• Face masks must be worn and social distancing observed on public transport.

• Baikonur city remains under quarantine. Large-scale public and family gatherings are

banned, while the use of dance floors has been prohibited. Entry of citizens invited by

locals into the city has also been banned. Baikonur spaceport is operating normally.


Special Conditions

• Face masks are being advised in both indoor and outdoor public spaces.

• Testing will be increased in all provinces.

• Large events are prohibited.

Kenya International

• International flights are resuming.

• Borders with Somalia, Uganda, and Tanzania have been reopened.

• Most passengers permitted entry are required to undergo a 14-day quarantine at a

designated facility. A traveller presenting a negative PCR test will not be required to

quarantine.

• The United States is one of 18 countries whose nationals will be exempt from quarantine

upon arrival if the following conditions are met: the passenger does not have a body

temperature above 37.5°C (99.5°F); the passenger does not have flu-like symptoms; and

the passenger has a negative PCR-based COVID-19 test conducted within 96 hours before

travel. Please note that U.S. citizen travellers coming from select states will not be exempt

and will be required to quarantine upon arrival.

• The United Kingdom, France, Netherlands, Qatar, United Arab Emirates, and Italy will also

be permitted entry under the revised policy.

• The Kenyan Immigration Department has lifted a COVID-19-related amnesty on visitors

who have overstayed their stipulated visiting period. Visitors must leave Kenya or apply for

residency (Permit or Pass) to regularise their stay.

Domestic

• Local air travel, alongside road and rail transport has resumed in strict conformity with

health and safety guidelines.

• The nationwide curfew, 23:00-04:00 local time remains in effect.

• President Kenyatta has lifted the ban of movement in and out of the capital Nairobi, the

port city of Mombasa, and north-eastern Mandera.

• Restrictions previously in force in the Kilifi and Kwale counties are lifted.

• Police units have been deployed to enforce the lockdown orders.

Special Conditions

• Market places have been closed indefinitely, particularly in Kiambu, Gatukuyu, Kamwangi,

Madarak, Jamhuri, and Gakoe.

• Face masks must be worn, and social distancing guidelines followed outdoors and in all

public spaces.

• All bars will remain closed indefinitely.

• The operating hours of all restaurants have also been reduced to close at 22:00 local time.

Kiribati International

• Kiribati will now deny entry to any travellers who have been in or transited countries with

confirmed local transmission within 14 days immediately prior to entering Kiribati. A list of

countries covered by these restrictions is available from the Kiribati Ministry of Health and

Medical Services.

• All passengers must also provide a medical clearance to confirm that they are virus-free.

• Travellers arriving earlier than the required 14-day waiting period may be subject to

quarantine and/or deportation.


• The country will keep its borders closed until the end of December.

• Please note that travel restrictions are subject to change without notice.

Domestic

• State of emergency is in effect until further notice.

• Social distancing is encouraged.

Special Conditions

• Government officials are being paid electronically and are encouraged to set up bank

accounts to limit the use of cash.

Kuwait International

• Kuwait has resumed limited international flights.

• Before entering the aircraft, the passengers must download and register in the Shlonik

mobile application. They must wear masks and gloves while inside the aircraft. The

passengers will have to undergo thermal scanning and must maintain social distancing.

• All passengers must present a negative PCR test certificate, not older than 96 hours, upon

arrival and enter a 14-day quarantine period.

• Travellers with visits for four days or less are reportedly exempt from the entry

requirements.

• Travel is allowed for patients with critical health conditions and students for exams.

• Aircraft and technical crews are exempt from the 14-day home quarantine period.

• Many foreign vessels are not permitted to dock at seaports from countries such as

mainland China, Hong Kong, and Iran.

• Visa issuance remains prohibited.

• Land borders with Saudi Arabia and Iraq are closed.

Domestic

• Kuwait is implementing a five-phased plan to reopen the economy, scheduled to be

completed by mid-September.

• Public transportation is gradually resuming operations.

Special Conditions

• Public and private sectors will resume work with less than 50 percent capacity.

• Shopping malls, the financial sector, construction sector, retail shops, gyms, salons, health

resorts, and parks can reopen.

• Cafes and restaurants are reopening.

• Public gatherings are banned or largely restricted.

• Mosques in residential areas have been permitted to resume prayers.

• Masks are required in all public places.

Kyrgyzstan International

• Some international commercial flights have resumed.

• Land borders with China and Uzbekistan are closed. • Kyrgyzstan now requires travellers to have negative PCR test results dated no more than

72 hours before arrival into Kyrgyzstan. Passengers must hand-carry original test results.

Travelers without valid PCR results will be denied boarding or entry. Passengers may be

required to take another PCR test upon arrival depending on duration of travel and/or

exhibited symptoms.


• There are no quarantine requirements for people entering the country. However, if you are showing symptoms of Coronavirus you may be taken to state medical facilities.

• Commercial flights with Russia have resumed. Kyrgyz citizens travelling to Russia are

required to provide a negative polymerase chain reaction (PCR) test for COVID-19 no more

than three days prior to arrival.

• The Kyrgyz government has announced that foreign citizens and stateless persons can

currently stay in Kyrgyzstan indefinitely without a visa, even if registration has expired. If

you need to extend your period of stay on the basis of obtaining a visa (work permit,

family ties, or other grounds) the visa centre is willing to consider the possibility of

obtaining visas without leaving the Kyrgyz republic.

• Turkish Airlines are offering flights twice per week between Bishkek and Istanbul and

Flydubai are offering limited flights as well.

• Uzbek citizens are allowed to enter Kyrgyzstan at the Dostuk Border Point.

Domestic

• Advice is to remain at home as much as possible and follow sanitary measures

• Limited internal flights involving Bishkek, Osh, Jalabad and Batken have now resumed.

• In Bishkek, public transport has now returned to usual schedules. Taxi services continue to

operate as usual.

• Similar restrictions have been introduced in Osh city and Chui province. In Osh services at

mosques are also suspended.

• Talas region has also tightened restrictions, with no travel permitted with Bishkek and Osh.

Special Conditions

• Businesses that provide maintenance, cleaning and financial services, lawyers, property,

and tourist agents, as well as some non-food retailers, are among those permitted to open.

• The government strongly recommends the use of face masks.

• Customers in all stores must maintain a distance of at least 1.5 meters.

• Mosques have reopened under social distancing guidelines.

• Cafes and restaurants can open between 07:00 and midnight local time. Markets can

operate from 09:00-17:00 local time.

• Bars, clubs, playgrounds, and entertainment venues are closed.

Laos International

• Laos’ borders are largely closed and international flight options severely limited. • Border restrictions will remain in effect until at least 30 September.

• Foreign diplomats, the staff of international organisations, experts, investors, business

people, technical staff, and workers deemed essential for projects in Laos may be exempt

from restrictions, subject to approval by the authorities. This also applies to medevac,

humanitarian, diplomatic, and repatriation flights with prior permission.

• Any foreigners permitted entry must show certification of a negative coronavirus test upon

entry from within 72 hours, and are subject to a second COVID-19 test upon arrival to the

airport and a14-day quarantine period.

• Emergency stops where the passengers and airline crew do not disembark are allowed. • Passengers who are travelling from or transiting through countries that have a high COVID-

19 outbreak will not be issued a tourist visa.

• Local, traditional, and international border checkpoints remain closed. People are

forbidden from entering and exiting the country, except for drivers of cargo vehicles or

those with prior authorisation.


Domestic

• Individuals must adhere to all official measures implemented by the National Taskforce

Committee for COVID-19 Prevention and Control until at least 30 September.

• All travel restrictions between provinces have now been lifted.

• Public transport including domestic flights and buses have resumed services.

Special Conditions

• All types of sporting events and competitions may now be held; however, spectators will

not be allowed to attend.

• Most businesses including restaurants, shops, food markets, gyms/spas, sports facilities,

night markets, cinemas, and tourist attractions are able to reopen, provided that COVID

preventative measures are in place. These include providing alcohol gel, face masks being

worn, maintaining social distancing, and checking temperatures.

• Some venues where the social distancing rule cannot be applied, such as karaoke’s and

casinos for entertainment, remain closed.

• Construction projects, plants, and factories may resume operations but must follow the

guidelines issued by the government.

Latvia International

• Citizens and permanent residents of low risk EU, EEA, and Swiss Confederation countries

are no longer required to self-quarantine.

• A ten day quarantine is waived for travellers arriving from a country where the infection

rate has kept below a cumulative 14-day number of 15 cases per 100,000 inhabitants.

People who spent at least 14 days in Latvia or Lithuania before their arrival are also

exempt. List - https://spkc.gov.lv/lv/tavai-veselibai/aktualitate-par-jauno-koronavi/valstu-

saslimstibas-raditaji-a/

• Travellers who have been in contact with a COVID-19 infected person or who work in

Latvia in the medical professions, as teachers, or as social workers are still required to self-

isolate for 14 days.

• All passengers are required on arrival to complete and hand to their transport provider

(e.g. airline, bus or coach company, ferry line) a contact form. This should give your

telephone number, address where you will be staying, list the countries you have visited in

the previous 14 days and include an undertaking to comply with the epidemiological

security measures established in Latvia to limit the spread of COVID-19.

• No connections with countries with a cumulative infection rate above 25 per 100,000.

Isolation period of two weeks necessary for people who do travel.

• Travel with the UK is possible. • A 14-day quarantine requirement has been placed on travellers from Estonia; temporarily

ending the agreed "travel bubble" between the countries. • If you have arrived in Latvia and are self-isolating but wish to leave Latvia before the end of

the 14 day self-isolation period you should call the Latvian State Police on 110 and let them

know of your intended departure.

Domestic

• The country’s state of emergency has been lifted; however, social distancing measures

remain in effect.

• Latvian authorities say the 2+2 rule (maximum two people congregating in public,

minimum two meters' distance from others in public spaces) and the recommendation to

engage in regular handwashing and disinfecting are still in place.

• Limited public transportation is operating.

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• Officials have toughened COVID-19 containment rules for cafes, bars, and restaurants. • The number of people allowed to sit at one table is now limited to four indoors and eight

outdoors, and all cafes and restaurants, which until now were allowed to stay open until 02:00, are now required to close by midnight.

• The health authorities said the uptick results from outbreaks linked to several restaurants

in the capital, Riga, and the seaside resort of Jurmala.

Special Conditions

• Outdoor public gatherings of up to 3,000 people are permitted.

• Protective face masks are no longer required on public transport but are advised.

Lebanon International

• Lebanon has largely restricted commercial flight operations or closed land and sea borders.

• Beirut’s Rafic Hariri international airport is reopening with reduced capacity.

• Travellers arriving in Lebanon from all countries except Iraq, Syria, Turkey or any African country must first undergo a PCR test in their home country and show a negative result upon check-in for their trip with the results no more than 96 hours old upon arrival in Lebanon, and upon arrival either take another PCR test no more than 72 hours after arriving or stay in home or hotel quarantine for ten days.

• Travellers coming from Syria, Turkey and all African countries must undergo a PCR test upon arrival in Beirut and then home quarantine for 48 hours until they receive the results of that test.

• Travellers arriving from Iraq must undergo a PCR test upon arrival in Beirut and then must quarantine for 72 hours in a hotel designated by the Lebanese Ministry of Tourism for which they have a prepaid booking, and afterwards take another PCR test at the end of this period.

• All travellers to Lebanon must complete a medical form issued by the Lebanese Ministry of Public Health before boarding their flight; this form can be found at https://arcg.is/0GaDnG. Children under the age of 12 are exempt from all PCR test requirements.

• COVID tests will be given to all arriving travellers at a cost of USD 50 per test, to be paid by

the traveller and collected by the airline.

• Travellers are required to have insurance for their whole stay in Lebanon which will cover

in full the costs of coronavirus medical treatment if they test positive for COVID-19.

Domestic

• Beirut is under the effects of a State of Emergency.

• General mobilization measures will remain in effect until 31 December.

• A lockdown and curfew has been ordered between 01:00 and 06:00 local time daily.

Special Conditions

• Masks are required outside of the home and fines are in place for violations.

• Social distancing measures must be practised outdoors.

Lesotho International

• Visitors to Lesotho are required to travel via South Africa, which has closed their borders as well as their airspace to commercial airlines, making entrance into the country extremely restricted.

• The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has advised that foreign visitors will be permitted to leave

Lesotho to catch flights out of South Africa when flights resume. However, visitors to

Lesotho must travel through, or transit via, South Africa.


• Travellers from another coronavirus-affected country or who has been in close contact

with a COVID-19 patient are required to self-isolate for 14 days upon arrival.

• Government advice can be found here - https://www.gov.ls/about-coronavirus-covid-19/

Domestic

• The Government of Lesotho has partially lifted restrictions on movement. However, all persons are still required to remain at home unless providing or acquiring goods or services, or attending funerals and religious services.

• Travel by vehicle is permitted only when necessary to obtain goods and services.

Restrictions to limit the number of passengers carried have now been lifted but face

coverings should still be worn on public transport.

• Officials have implemented a five-stage system to determine the level of restrictions in

place, with Lesotho currently in Stage Four.

Special Conditions

• Schools and universities are closed until further notice.

• Anyone leaving their place of resident must wear a mask.

• Businesses and offices are allowed to open; however, at 50% capacity. Health screenings

and social distancing measures are required.

• Cafes and restaurants may only provide take away meals.

• For indoor services, churches are limited to a capacity of 50 and for outdoor services the maximum number of attendees is 100.

• Capacities for indoor public gatherings has been increased to 50 and the limit for outdoor

public gatherings is set at 100.

• Face masks should be worn when social distancing is not possible in public spaces, taxis,

and on public transport.

Liberia International

• Monrovia-Roberts International Airport has reopened to flights.

• Border crossings with Côte d’Ivoire, Guinea and Sierra Leone are closed except for

essential reasons such as importing food and medicines.

• All passengers arriving to Liberia must undergo a temperature screening, register via

phone number/USSD Mobile Application, and must present a negative COVID-19 test

result or undergo a rapid and PCR test upon entry. Those who test positive will be required

to undergo quarantine at a government-designated centre.

• Travellers transiting Monrovia-Roberts International Airport are required to arrive at least

four hours before check-in, wear a face mask, undergo screening protocols, and practise

social distancing. Only ticketed passengers will be allowed entry into the airport.

• The Ministry of Health has temporarily suspended the new pre-departure COVID-19

testing requirements. The government of Liberia is currently reviewing the testing policy

for travellers wishing to leave Liberia and revised guidance will be issued following

approval by the Ministry of Health.

Domestic

• The Ministry of Health has announced a “Revised COVID-19 Declaration of National Health

Emergency”.

• The military will no longer perform civil policing duties to enforce COVID-19 restrictions.

Special Conditions

• Face masks are mandatory if out in public.

https://www.gov.ls/about-coronavirus-covid-19/


• Social distancing is still required.

• Restrictions remain on gatherings.

• Plan for micro-conditions.

Libya International

• Land, sea, and air borders remain largely restricted or closed; however, eastern Libya is

understood to be reopening some borders with limitations.

• Misrata Airport is open limited international flights.

• Mitiga International Airport is closed until further notice.

• Afriqiyah Airways is said to be operating four weekly flights, and Libyan Wings is operating

three weekly flights from Misrata Airport.

• Temperature screening are being carried out at air, land, and seaports of entry.

• The Ministry of Health has multiple designated quarantine sites where individuals may be

quarantined for 14-days.

• Inbound travellers permitted entry into eastern Libya are required to present a negative

COVID-19 test, not older than 48 hours.

• Exemptions to travel restrictions will be made for individuals who need critical medical

attention abroad.

Domestic

• The Government of National Accord (GNA) is implementing a curfew in its controlled

territories in the south and west of the country.

• The curfew is imposed daily between 21:00 and 06:00 (local time).

• The authorities have also decided to introduce a 24-hour curfew on Friday and Saturday of

each week. During these days, the cities will be completely closed and a ban on the

movement and gatherings of a large number of people, especially in parks and resort

areas, will be established. The order excludes such necessary services as food and medical

facilities, including drug stores.

• In LNA (Libyan National Army) controlled areas, a curfew is in place from 18:00 to 06:00

and movement is strictly prohibited.

Special Conditions

• All administrative institutions continue their work at a 10 percent rate from 09:00 to 14:00,

highlighting the importance of taking all the precautionary measures to prevent all forms

of gatherings.

• Public gatherings are prohibited.

• Non-essential shops, schools, and restaurants remain closed.

• The wearing of face masks remains mandatory when in public and reduced movement outside of the home is encouraged.

Liechtenstein International

• Passengers from high risk countries will need to self-quarantine for 14-days.

• Countries assessed as high risk include: Argentina, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Bahrain, Belarus,

Bolivia, Brazil, Cabo Verde, Chile, the Dominican Republic, Honduras, Iraq, Israel, Qatar,

Colombia, Kosovo, Kuwait, the Republic of Moldova, North Macedonia, Oman, Panama,

Peru, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Sweden, Serbia, South Africa, the Turks and Caicos Islands and

the United States of America.

• The Liechtenstein has reopened its borders, though crossings at Schellenberg and Mauren

are closed.

• Several Countries have lifted restrictions on travel to Liechtenstein.


• Inspections may be in operation.

Domestic

• Most restrictions have been lifted.

• Social distancing of 1.5m must still be practiced, alongside the use of partition walls and

protective masks.

• There are no longer restrictions on the seating capacity for the catering trade

• Events of up to 1,000 people are allowed. • Latest updates can be found here -

https://www.llv.li/inhalt/118724/amtsstellen/coronavirus

Special Conditions

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Lithuania International

• International coronavirus travel restrictions still exist, although a localised travel bloc with

Estonia and Latvia now exists.

• The Lithuanian government has exempted travellers coming from a number of European

countries, for non-essential travel, from the two-week self-quarantine requirement.

• Visitors are not allowed from countries where incidence of COVID-19 exceeds 25 cases per

100,000 of population in the last 14 days. Travellers must present a negative COVID-19 test

result, not older than three days. A self-isolation period is also likely.

• Where incidence has been between 15 to 25 cases per 100 000 population in the last 14

days, visitors are allowed to enter Lithuania, but will be required to isolate for 14 days.

• If the incidence rate does not exceed 15 cases per 100,000 of population, there will be no

restrictions on entry into Lithuania.

• Quarantine remains a requirement if the traveller has transited a ‘high’ risk country within

the past 14 days.

• Lithuanian citizens, as well as foreigners, can shorten the isolation time for ten days if they

provide a Coronavirus negative test performed no earlier than eight days before their

arrival to Lithuania.

• Lithuania is lifting coronavirus travel restrictions for foreign students and investors, and

Belarus' nationals seeking entry "for special humanitarian purposes".

• A revised list of countries will be published every week by the State Commander of

National Emergency Operations. http://koronastop.lrv.lt/lt/naujienos/i-lietuva-vis-dar-

draudziama-atvykti-is-portugalijos-jungtines-karalystes-ir-svedijos

• If a person has travelled by car, he/she is also obliged to register electronically at NVSC

within 12 hours upon his/her return to Lithuania.

• Rail operations with Poland are temporarily suspended. Freight operations are exempt.

Domestic

• Nationwide quarantine and lockdown measures have been lifted.

• Officials have restored mandatory wearing of masks in public places. Masks will be

mandatory in public transport and for indoor shopping or service providing places with the

exemption of restaurants, bars, cafes, as well as sports and cultural events.

Special Conditions

• Kindergartens, sports clubs, beauty services such as body care, solarium, tattooing,

piercing and others, have all reopened.

https://www.llv.li/inhalt/118724/amtsstellen/coronavirus

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• Hospitals are accepting visitors again and dentistry offices are accepting patients.

• Indoor events may have up to 150 spectators, while outdoor events may have up to 700

spectators. All events are still subject to the social distancing requirements.

Luxembourg International

• Entry into Luxembourg is reserved for essential purposes only.

• Travel to and from EU countries, as well as Norway, Switzerland, Iceland, Liechtenstein,

and the United Kingdom are allowed without restrictions.

• Residents and family members of nationals are permitted to return.

• Luxair has resumed limited operations.

• Proof of a negative COVID-19 test result is being made mandatory for select inbound

international travellers by air to Luxembourg. The results cannot be older than 48 hours

before the individual's flight and should be provided at boarding. Exemptions are being

made for travellers originating from a European Union member country or other countries

already exempted by the EU, including Australia, Canada, China, Georgia, Japan, New

Zealand, Rwanda, Korea from the South, Thailand, Tunisia, and Uruguay.

• Borders with Germany, Belgium, and France have reopened.

• Due to a recent uptick in cases, some countries are imposing restrictions on residents of

Luxembourg, including Germany, Switzerland, Slovakia, Denmark, Lithuania, and Estonia

which are asking for 14-day quarantine or a recent negative COVID-19 test.

Domestic

• Despite the end to the state of emergency, laws have been passed to uphold existing

restrictions on public gatherings and health and safety measures in restaurants and bars.

They also make permanent that fines may be assessed against people violating health rules

such as wearing masks and distancing in public places.

• You can be forcibly isolated for ten days if positive for COVID-19.

• Face masks are mandatory on public transportation, indoor public places, and for

gatherings of more than 10 people in both public and private settings if social distancing is

not possible.

• COVID-19 restrictions are to remain in place through to the end of the year.

Special Conditions

• Restaurants, cafes, bars, sports and cultural venues, cinemas, and places of worship are

open.

• There is only a maximum of 10 people per table allowed at bars and restaurants.

Macao International

• All international flights have been suspended and entry will be denied to foreigners except

residents of Mainland China, Hong Kong, and Taiwan.

• Travellers must be able to present a certificate confirming a negative result for Covid-19 or

a certificate of specimen collection for a Covid-19 nucleic acid test issued within the past 7

days. Persons with a history of visiting epidemic or high-risk areas within the last 14 days

will not be allowed in.

• Macao’s Secretary for Social Affairs and Culture has announced the resumption of the

highly anticipated individual visit scheme (IVS), permitting tourist entry.

• People arriving from Hong Kong will however now have to produce certificates issued

within 24 hours to show that they are not infected with coronavirus. Those arriving

without the new requirement may be denied entry. Those who are allowed in will be


quarantined at designated locations for 14 days. Authorities in Macau also told public

transport operators that they should not provide service to anyone without such proof.

• Temperature checks will be conducted before boarding flights.

• The Barrier Gate checkpoint has resumed operations between 06:00 and 13:00 local time.

• The Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao bridge is also open from 08:00 to 22:00 local time.

• All visitors from Hong Kong are required to present a certificate upon arrival (from a

nucleic acid test) stating that they are coronavirus-free and are subject to a 14-day

quarantine.

Domestic

• A three colour QR code system is being enforced consisting of green, yellow, and red.

Those assigned a yellow or red will be subject to further test and movement restrictions.

Special Conditions

• Since the latest outbreak in Beijing, Macao require all people who have been to Beijing

within two weeks prior to entering the city to be put under 14 days of medical observation

at a designated location.

• Guangdong province has announced that a mandatory 14-day quarantine for all people

entering from Macao has been lifted.

• Though officials will still restrict visitors to nine cities in Guangdong for an unspecified

period. People returning from Macao will now be required to remain in Guangzhou,

Shenzhen, Zhuhai, Foshan, Huizhou, Dongguan, Zhongshan, Jiangmen or Zhaoqing.

• Officials in Zhuhai, the mainland city nearest to Macao, are set to introduce some

incremental easing of travel into Guangdong province, either for residents of other

mainland provinces, or Macau ID holders.

• They must not have travelled overseas within 14 days prior to coming to Guangdong and

must sign a health declaration, as well having a negative Covid-19 test completed within

seven days of travelling.

• Visitors must also sign up to a local health app, and use this to send daily updates on their

health for 14 days.

• Face masks are required in casinos, government offices, and on public transportation.

• Macao’s Health Bureau will extend its free COVID-19 testing program to cover frontline

employees in the food and beverage and the public transport sectors following the

completion of testing for the SAR’s 53,000 frontline casino workers.

Madagascar International

• Most international flights have been suspended until further notice, although cargo

services are exempt.

• No passenger cruise ships may enter Madagascar at this stage. • Tourist flights will be permitted in Nosy Be from 1 October. All tourists will be subjected to

a mandatory PCR test.

Domestic

• Domestic flights are gradually resuming. Passengers are required to provide a negative PCR

test within 48-hours of their flight departure.

• A state of health emergency is in place until 4 October.

• National and regional transport has resumed their activities, except those linking the capital Antananarivo to the Diana and SAVA (North) region. To limit contagion, disinfection of all vehicles is required and health measures have been taken at bus stations. Regarding


public transport in town as well as taxis, the end of activity schedule has been pushed back to 21:00.

Special Conditions

• Face masks are mandatory if outside in public or on public transportation.

• Gatherings exceeding 100 people are banned.

Malawi International

• Lilongwe-Kamuzu International Airport is reopening for limited international services.

• Foreign nationals except those who reside Malawi are not currently permitted to enter.

• All arrivals are required to present a negative COVID-19 test result, not older than 10 days,

upon entry.

• Any person returning to Malawi is subject to further testing and a 14-day isolation period. • Inbound travellers are required to complete a ‘Travel Surveillance Form’ for government

officials to conduct follow-up protocols.

• Land borders are largely closed, except for cargo and returning residents.

Domestic

• Malawi's courts prevented the government from imposing a lockdown on the nation.

Special Conditions

• Social distancing is encouraged, alongside the use of face masks and strong hygiene

practices.

• Pubs, restaurants, and places of worship are closed.


• Gatherings of over 100 people are banned.

• Face masks are required in public areas.

Malaysia International

• International flights largely remain suspended or very limited.

• The government has issued a ban on entry to citizens arriving from countries that have

more than 150,000 COVID-19 cases, even if they hold long-term passes. Prior to this, all

foreigners were banned from entering the country, except for nationals, permanent

residents, diplomatic and official passports, and long-term pass holders working in the

country’s essential services sector. This was to remain in effect until 31 December.

• Those attempting to visit the country must complete and submit a ‘Letter of Undertaking

and Indemnity’ and any supporting documents to the nearest Malaysian consulate or

embassy at least three days in advance to gain approval for travel.

• All arriving travellers, regardless of nationality, are subject to a 14-day mandatory

quarantine at hotels and government centres at their own cost.

• All passengers must undergo a COVID-19 test before departing their country of origin, or

upon arrival into Malaysia. Passengers arriving from "green zone" countries: Singapore,

Brunei, New Zealand, and Australia, do not need to quarantine for 14-days, but they must

use the government's MySejahtera App for monitoring purposes.

• Select holders of the Malaysia My Second Home (MM2H) pass may be allowed entry into

the country, subject to existing regulations by the Department of Immigration. MM2H pass

holders must be tested negative of COVID-19 14 days prior to arrival into Malaysia.

• Travellers with onward domestic connections are also required to undergo the mandatory

14-day quarantine before being allowed to proceed to their domestic destinations;


however, travellers with connections to Sabah and Sarawak are allowed to proceed and

undergo quarantine in the respective states.

• You can transit via Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) as long as you remain airside. • Transit that requires passage through immigration (to collect bags, or to move between

the two Kuala Lumpur terminals - KLIA and KLIA2) is not possible, unless you meet the

general immigration requirements.

• All foreign travellers entering the country will have to pay for quarantine charges. Senior

Minister (Security Cluster) Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob said travellers will be charged

fully without subsidies from the government or RM4,700 to RM2,600 fixed operating cost

and RM2,100 accommodation cost. Furthermore, the second and third individuals who

share a room with the first will be charged part of the accommodation cost. There will be

no charge for children under the age of six. The government will continue to subsidise

some of the costs for Malaysian nationals returning from abroad.

• Foreign nationals are permitted to depart the country. However, all Malaysian citizens and

permanent residents are banned from leaving the country.

• Transit across the Malaysia-Brunei border is at the discretion of the immigration

authorities.

• The country's borders has partially reopened for select expatriates in top management positions.

• Malaysia has partially reopened its borders to allow medical tourists to enter, while

permitting its citizens to leave the country for medical, education or other specific

purposes. Foreigners seeking medical treatment in the country will need to register with

the Malaysia Healthcare Travel Council and undergo a COVID-19 screening test in their

home country ahead of their arrival in Malaysia.

• An entry ban is in effect for travellers from high-risk countries including the United States,

Brazil, France, Britain, Spain, Italy, Saudi Arabia, Russia, Bangladesh, India, Indonesia, and

the Philippines. The ban also applies to permanent residents, MM2H program pass

holders, expatriates, spousal visa holders, and foreign students; however, Malaysian

citizens are exempt.

• Singapore and Malaysia have agreed to start cross-border travel for long-term pass holders

and essential business and official travellers.

• Restrictions have been eased on the country’s northern and southern borders with

Thailand and Singapore for cargo and commercial vehicles.

Domestic

• Movement control restrictions will be imposed in four districts of Sabah State, amid an

increase in COVID-19 cases. Non-essential businesses in Lahad Datu, Tawau, Kunak and

Semporna district will be required to shut down until 13 October.

• Interstate travel has resumed under the Recovery Movement Control Order (RMCO)

except for localities that are implementing more stringent restrictions.

• RMCO will remain in place through 31 December. • Public transportation is operating at 50 percent capacity, to maintain social distancing.

• Only members of the same household may travel together in a private vehicle.

Special Conditions

• A curfew is in place for all businesses, including shops and food outlets. If you are found in

breach of the curfew, you may be detained and fined. You should follow local news for

updates.

• Open markets may operate between 06:00 and 11:00, night markets between 16:00 and

22:00, and bazaars from 17:00 to 23:00 local times.


• Cinemas, theatres, and live events are reopening, but capacity limitations are in place.

• Face masks are required in public, crowded spaces, and on public transportation.

Maldives International

• Limited international flights are operating.

• Nationals and several foreign travellers/tourists are permitted to enter.

• All visitors are required to complete a Traveller Health Declaration Form 24 hours prior to

departure to the Maldives.

• All travellers are required to show a negative COVID-19 test upon arrival. Travellers who

do not show COVID-19 symptoms may not be required to quarantine.

• Inbound foreign travellers are required to have reserved accommodation at a resort,

where they must remain for the duration of their trip. Exceptions are made for visiting

restaurants or tourist activities pre-approved by the Ministry of Tourism.

• Some exceptions include travel for diplomats, officials of international organisations, and

certain business travellers/investors.

• The visa on arrival service is temporarily suspended for all nationalities.

• Sri Lankan Airlines are increasing services from Male’ to Colombo.

• Private aviation and yachts are permitted entry. Cruise ships are not allowed to dock.

Domestic

• A public health emergency is in place until 6 October.

• New restrictions have been implemented in the Greater Male region, due to an increase in

COVID-19 cases. Travel into and out of the region will only be allowed with a permit

provided for essential purposes. Vehicles are banned from travelling between 20:00-05:00

local time daily.

• A nightly curfew has been re-imposed on Male, Vilimale, Gulhifalhu, Thilafushi, and

Hulhumale between 22:00-05:00 local time.

• Inter-island travel is restricted (except for cargo supplies and emergencies). Ferry services

have resumed between Vilimale and Male.

• Taxis are allowed to resume services.

Special Conditions

• A number of restrictions have been eased such as allowing more than one person from

each household to leave the home, increasing the amount of time allowed outside, and

extending the permitted zones.

• Public gatherings are limited to five people.

• Resorts, shops, schools, and dine-in restaurant services have resumed. Businesses are

required to closed by 21:30 local time to accommodate the above curfew hours.

• Face masks are required in all enclosed and public spaces.

Mali International

• The government announced the resumption of commercial air travel, as well as the

reopening of land borders to passenger traffic.

• The Government of Mali has implemented enhanced screening and quarantine measures.

• It is understood that incoming passengers are required to provide a negative result from a

COVID-19 test taken no more than seven days prior to arrival. Additionally, travellers are

required to wear a face mask and complete a health form in order to enter the country.

The form is available online at www.sante.gov.ml and www.anac-mali.org


• Any person suspected of having COVID-19 will be isolated at the airport and a COVID-19

test will be conducted. If test results are positive, that person’s travel documents will be

retained, and the traveller will be put into isolation at a government of Mali facility. The

travel documents will be returned once the patient is deemed COVID-19-free through

subsequent testing.

Domestic

• A state of health emergency has been extended until further notice.

• Curfew restrictions have been lifted.

• Vehicle occupancy has been restricted to promote social distancing.

• The work schedule for all government offices (with the exception of defence, security, and

health) has been reduced to 07:30 to 14:00, Monday through Friday.

Special Conditions

• Public gatherings of more than 50 people are banned, until further notice.

• Schools and universities have allowed students with mandatory exams to return, but

schools remain closed to most students.

• Sporting events, festivals, and gatherings larger than 50 people have been banned, and

bars and nightclubs have also been closed.

• The wearing of face covering is now mandatory in all public spaces.

Malta International

• Travel bans have been lifted with Austria, Cyprus, the Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia,

Finland, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Germany, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Norway, Italy,

France, Slovakia, Switzerland, Greece, Croatia, Spain, Poland, the UK, Belgium, Bulgaria,

the Netherlands, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, South Korea, Andorra, Monaco, San

Marino, China, the Vatican City, Rwanda, Uruguay, Slovenia, Japan, Morocco, Thailand,

Tunisia, Portugal, Romania, Lebanon, Indonesia, the UAE, Turkey, Jordan, Liechtenstein,

Gibraltar, Hong Kong, Macau, and Taiwan.

• Travel restrictions are based on residency, not nationality. A person must have been

physically present in the above locations for at least 14 days. If a traveller meets this

requirement, testing and quarantine are not required.

• A number of safety guidelines have been introduced for those travelling through Malta

International Airport, including the mandatory wearing of a mask or visor and the

maintaining of social distancing as well. Furthermore, both arriving and departing

passengers will be subject to temperature checks, with those who are detected to have a

fever not being allowed to fly and thereafter tested for COVID-19.

• All travellers are required to complete a Public Health Travel Declaration and Passenger

Locator Form for entry.

Domestic

• Travel between Malta and Gozo is allowed.


• Ports, flights, ferries, and cruise ships are gradually resuming operations.

• Malta has implemented heightened restrictions around public gatherings following a spike

in COVID-19 cases. Groups cannot exceed ten people. Additionally, those who attend mass

events must provide authorities with personal information that will allow for contact

tracing.


Special Conditions

• Authorities have eased some lockdown measures, including allowing non-essential

businesses to resume services. Hospitals and other health services have started to offer

routine appointments.

• Bars and nightclubs are closed.


• Face masks are mandatory in all public spaces.

Marshall

Islands

International

• International travellers are banned from entering the Marshall Islands until further notice.

• All inbound international flights are suspended until further notice. Cargo flights are exempt.

• Non-essential outbound air travel is suspended.

• All arriving travellers must currently self-isolate for 21 days.

• Fishing vessels and most other vessels must spend at least 14 days on the water from their

last port of departure to arrival in the Marshall Islands; as long as they have not changed

crews in this period.

• Repatriation for residents is imminent. Key elements of any repatriation will be Covid-19

testing prior to departure, quarantine prior to getting on an aircraft, quarantine in the

Marshall Islands, and multiple Covid-19 tests before release.

Domestic

• Domestic air travel is heavily restricted, and it is understood only flights are operating

between Kwajalein Atoll and Majuro, as long as flights are not conducted by international

airlines.

Special Conditions

• Social distancing is advised when in public places.

• Wearing face masks are encouraged but not mandatory.

• Frequent hand washing is advised.

Martinique International

• Passengers bound for Martinique, Guyana, Guadeloupe, Saint-Martin, Saint-Barthélemy,

Saint-Pierre-et-Miquelon, Réunion and Mayotte are no longer subject to a mandatory

quarantine on arrival. However, the public authorities recommend that the people

concerned scrupulously respect barrier gestures, avoid public gatherings, and busy public

places, and wear a mask during this period. They must also perform a test 7 days after

their arrival. These are important civic gestures that make it possible to detect possible

asymptomatic cases and to minimize the risks of the epidemic spreading.

• Passengers coming from Guyana or Mayotte continue to have to justify a compelling

reason for travel.

• Most travellers over the age of 11 must prove a negative COVID-19 test result, not older

than 72 hours, before boarding a flight to Martinique. Travellers must also complete a

sworn declaration certifying that they do not have COVID-19.

• Certain sanitary conditions are in place for travel, such as checking the temperature before

boarding or wearing a mask in the terminal and on the plane.

Domestic

• The state of emergency has been lifted.


Special Conditions


• Authorities will enforce confinement measures through penalty fines.

• Social distancing is required in public.

• Gatherings of 10 or more people in public are permitted; however, social distancing and

other restrictions are required. Group organizers are required to complete a ‘declaration’

form for the authorities ahead of the gathering.

• Cafes, bars, restaurants, retail stores, malls, accommodations, museums, parks, gyms,

pools, entertainment venues, and beaches are open. Sanitation and social distancing

measures must be in place.

• Face masks are required by any individual over the age of 11 in public spaces and when

social distancing cannot be followed.

Mauritania International

• International flights with Nouakchott International Airport-Oumtounsy are resuming.

• Mauritania has asked people entering its borders to quarantine.

• Temperature checks are carried out on arrival. Passengers showing a high temperature or

other symptoms of COVID-19 may be required to take another test, and subject to 14 days

of quarantine in a state facility, at their own expense.

• Any permitted inbound travellers must present a negative COVID-19 PCR test, not older

than 72 hours.

• Humanitarian, technical support, and cargo flights are exempt.

• Land border crossings to Morocco remain closed to non-commercial traffic. Land borders with Senegal and Mali have reopened.

Domestic

• Lockdown restrictions are gradually being eased.

• An overnight curfew has been lifted.

• Inter-province travel is permitted and domestic flights are operating.

Special Conditions

• Markets and restaurants have reopened in addition to collective prayers at mosques.

• Face masks are mandatory in public spaces and on transportation.

Mauritius International

• Borders are generally closed until at least 31 October.

• Mauritian nationals and residents, as well as long-term tourists, will be able to enter. • These passengers will have to carry out a PCR test 5 days before their trip. Upon arrival in

Mauritius, they must also respect a mandatory quarantine period of 14 days in an

establishment approved by the authorities.

• Non-resident foreign nationals are not allowed to transit or enter Mauritius. Exceptions

are made for repatriation, chartered cargo, and ad-hoc commercial flights.

• Individuals who have had possible COVID-19 exposure will be placed into quarantine for 14

days at designated quarantine centres.

• The ‘Quarantine Act 2020’, also bans the entry of any non-approved aircrafts and ships.

Domestic

• The country’s lockdown has been lifted.

• Public transportation is operating.


Special Conditions

• Most economic, commercial, and social activities have resumed.

• Essential services such as supermarkets and hospitals are open.

• Restaurants, cafes, places of worship, and malls are reopening under health protocols.

• Beaches, parks, cinemas, community centres, sports facilities, public buildings, fairs,

casinos, nightclubs, and recreational areas are permitted to reopen.

• Social distancing and wearing of face masks in public is mandatory.

Mayotte

International

• The following test rules apply:

• Mayotte -> Reunion: no test

Reunion -> Mayotte: no test

Mayotte -> Paris: no test

Paris -> Mayotte: a PCR test of less than 72 hours is necessary

Abroad - > Mayotte (even on stopovers): a PCR test lasting less than 72 hours is necessary

Mayotte -> Abroad: varies according to the regimes imposed by each country.

Domestic


• The wearing of face masks is compulsory in most public areas.

• Gathering of ten people or more are still prohibited.

Special Conditions

• Schools are starting to reopen.

• Social settings are reopening if social distancing can be observed.

Mexico International

• International commercial flights are operating, but services may be limited.

• Several major Mexican airlines such as Aeromexico, Interjet, and Volaris have decreased

the number of flights into and out of the country. Multiple international airlines have also

announced a reduction in schedules.

• Non-essential travel to Mexico across the land border with the United States is prohibited

until 21 October. Essential movement includes individuals traveling for education,

healthcare, trade, government work, and US nationals returning to the US.

• Travellers passing through ports of entry at the border may be subject to health

screenings, which is causing additional disruptions to ground transit.

• There is currently no mandated quarantine period for asymptomatic individuals entering

the country.

Domestic

• A tiered system of reopening the country has commenced.

• Measures, such as curfews and movement restrictions, are in effect in several states. Some

states are being designated as red, orange, yellow, or green due to level or transmission.

This color-coded assessment system will remain in effect until further notice.

• Red states are permitting only essential businesses to operate and residents are

encouraged to remain home for the greatest extent of time possible. Face coverings are

required in public.


• Orange states allow non-essential businesses to open with capacity limitations. Lodging and restaurants can open at 50% capacity. Malls, places of worship, theatres, and museums should not go above 25% capacity.

• Yellow states allows non-essential businesses to reopen with increased capacity limitations

over the orange states.

• Travellers are advised to check local regulations prior to travel.

Special Conditions

• Many non-essential activities have been suspended nationwide.

• Self-quarantine has been imposed for individuals over the age of 60 or those with high-risk

or pre-existing medical conditions.

• Mexico City and multiple states require the wearing of face masks in public places.

• Mexico City has also allowed several businesses and metro services to resume activities.

• The city of San Luis Potosí has approved legislation to ensure face masks are worn at all

times, including in businesses and commercial establishments.

• Hotels, restaurants, and shopping centres are open in most areas of the country, but with

capacity limitations.

• Some beach resorts are allowed to reopen with limitations.

Micronesia International

• Strict travel restrictions are in place, with only limited United Airlines connections taking

place. The US Embassy is confirming flight details.

• A 14-day quarantine is to be expected if eligible to enter the country.

• Travel restrictions extend to all ports.

• Repatriation flights are scheduled from Pohnpei are being organised subject to health

measures.

Domestic

• A nationwide state of public health emergency has been declared, currently expired;

awaiting confirmation.

• Latest details can be found here - https://www.fsmgov.org/index.html

Special Conditions

• The US Education Secretary has announced substantial investments to assist schools’

responses to physical distancing in the Federated States of Micronesia.

Moldova International

• Limited international flights have resumed at Chisinau International Airport with strict

social distancing and hygiene measures in place.

• Wizz Air has opened a new route to Chișinău.

• Entry into the country is largely restricted generally only allowing citizens, residents,

diplomats, transit permits, and cargo to enter.

• Some foreign nationals are able to enter the country, dependent on country.

• Arrivals are subject to a 14-day self-quarantine. Officials have lifted this requirement for

returning Moldovans from select countries.

Domestic

• The public health emergency remains in place until at least 31 September.

• A state of public health emergency shall be established in the administrative-territorial

units for which the "Red Code" alert level has been established, based on indicators of the

https://www.fsmgov.org/index.html


risk level of SARS-CoV-2 virus transmission, presented by the National Agency for Public

Health. This includes Chisinau.

• Some public transport services have resumed with substantially limited hours provided

social distancing measures are followed.

Special Conditions

• Wearing a face mask in enclosed spaces in public and on public transport is mandatory.

• Gatherings sizes are limited to 50 people.

• Shops, restaurants, shopping centres, markets, cultural institutions, and other non-

essential businesses have been able to reopen under social distancing and hygiene

measures.

• Hotels and bars remain closed.

• Anyone over the age of 63 are discouraged from any unnecessary outdoor activity.

Monaco International

• Previous travel restrictions have been lifted.

• Cruise ships are banned from docking in Monaco until further notice.

• Relevant certification is required for entry from abroad including French overseas

territories. Refer to government website guidance.

• Anyone arriving from outside of Europe or from a European country with more than 20

cases per 100,000 people must contact the COVID-19 Call Centre upon arrival in Monaco.

• Some travellers may be subject to providing a negative COVID-19 test result on entry or

agree to undergo testing and/or self-isolation after arrival.

• Bus services to and from France are operating.

Domestic

• The majority of restrictions have been lifted; most shops and the casinos are open subject

to strict hygiene practices and social distancing.

• Any hotel guest coming to the Principality from coronavirus hot sports or arriving from

outside of the European Union will now have mandatory Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)

testing.

• These visitors can either provide the result of a PCR test carried out 72 hours before their

arrival or undergo an on-site test.

• On the spot checks are being conducted.

• The Monegasque Bus Company (CAM) and Bateau Bus (water bus) are operating normal

services. Night services remain suspended. Face masks are required on all public

transportation.

Special Conditions

• Masks must be worn in all closed public spaces, queues, by the Prince’s Palace Place, in

Rocher, Casino’s Place, and the Fontvieille Shopping Centre.

• Gatherings of more than ten people are prohibited.

• Schools are returning.

• Rapid COVID-19 blood tests are now conducted by the private sector at a cost of no more

than 25 euros.

Mongolia International

• International flights and rail operations are suspended but private charter flights will

become available.


• Border crossings with China and Russia are closed apart from cargo and other essential

reasons.

• Occasional charter flights have been arranged.

Domestic

• The country's heightened state of readiness has been extended until 31 October; allowing

officials to impose COVID-19 restrictions.

• Despite the extension, the government has advised that businesses and schools will be

able to reopen gradually and cinemas in Ulaanbaatar have reopened.

• Ulaanbaatar had already reopened museums and libraries across the city, however public

gatherings, sporting events, concerts and other such events are generally prohibited. Inter-

provincial travel restrictions exist where directed by the government.

Special Conditions

• Wearing a face mask in public is mandatory.

• Hotels and other accommodations, shops, restaurants, and museums are open.

• Restrictions are in place for public gatherings, events, conferences, sporting events, and

concerts.

Montenegro International

• Upon arrival, travellers are subject to a mandatory 14-day quarantine in state-arranged

accommodation or mandatory self-isolation at home. This is determined at the discretion

of sanitary inspectors.

• If arriving from a ‘yellow’ country, travellers must present a negative PCR test result (not

older than 72 hours). The same requirement is necessary from travellers from a ‘green’

country; however, exemptions may be possible if having stayed within the ‘green’ country

for at least 15 consecutive days prior to arrival.

• Residents from neighbouring ‘yellow’ countries may transit Montenegro without stopping

and are, in this situation, not required to present a negative PCR test result.

• The requirement to be tested before entering Montenegro does not apply to children

under five years old.

• Entry requirement exemptions may be made by prior approval for those driving freight

vehicles, accredited diplomats, staff of international organisations, military personnel,

healthcare, and humanitarian workers, those in need of humanitarian assistance, and

certain categories of passengers in transit.

• The latest restrictions and lists of ‘green’ and ‘yellow’ countries can be found here -

http://www.gov.me/en/homepage/measures_and_recommendations

• All international bus and railway services have been suspended.

• Land border crossings are not possible by Vraćenovići and Vuča.

• Border crossings with Bosnia and Herzegovina are not possible by Šćepan Poljce and

Meteljka.

• The EU has re-imposed travel restrictions on persons who have visited Montenegro.

• Permanent residence permits, temporary residence permits and temporary residence and work permits for foreigners, which have expired, will be considered as valid until 7 October, if other conditions prescribed by law are met.

• Foreigners without residence permits and visas, whose right to stay for up to 90 days

expired after 15 March 2020, are allowed to stay in Montenegro until 7 October.

Domestic

• Public transportation and taxi services have been allowed to resume.

http://www.gov.me/en/homepage/measures_and_recommendations


• Inter-city travel has now been permitted, as borders open.

• Wearing protective masks has been made mandatory in Podgorica.

Special Conditions

• Most businesses, restaurants, shopping malls and cultural institutions have reopened, with

social distancing required.

• Face masks are mandatory in public spaces.

• Public gatherings are limited to 40 people outdoors and 20 people indoors.

• Sports training and events are able to operate without spectators, provided that

disinfection and personal hygiene protocols are followed.

• Religious gatherings can be held on the outdoor property of a place of worship.

Montserrat International

• Most foreign passengers travelling by air are banned from entering Montserrat under

further notice.

• The following individuals will be permitted entry: citizens, residents, crew members,

immediate family member of a citizen or resident, permitted technicians, those with a

habitable home in Montserrat, and any other person approved by the Minister.

• All intended arrivals must complete and submit an Access Declaration Form at least 72

hours prior to arrival.

• The Government of Montserrat has introduced enhanced health screening and all new

arrivals will need to self-isolate for a 14-day period.

• Additionally, persons travelling to Montserrat are required to have a negative PCR COVID-

19 test result, taken no earlier than seven (7) days prior to entering Montserrat. The

negative PCR COVID-19 test result document must state the following: name, address,

telephone number and email address of the laboratory which conducted the test; the date

the test was conducted; full names, date of birth and address of the person tested for

COVID-19; the results of the PCR COVID19 test conducted in relation to that person.

• Individuals who exhibit signs of the virus may face quarantining at the discretion of the

Medical Officer.


• There are currently no known restrictions on individuals seeking to depart the country.

• Face masks must be worn for entry.

• Check the latest requirements here - http://www.gov.ms/latest-on-the-coronavirus/

Domestic

• A nightly curfew order and movement restrictions have been lifted.

Special Conditions

• Schools are gradually opening but must adhere to sanitation protocols.

• No gatherings of more than 50 people are allowed.

• Most businesses are permitted to be open, provided that social distancing and sanitation

protocols are adhered to.

http://www.gov.ms/latest-on-the-coronavirus/


• Restaurants and bars can open, so long as they adhere to social distancing rules and have

approval from the Ministry of Health.

Morocco International

• Morocco is gradually resuming air and maritime operations.

• Primarily Moroccan citizens and expatriates living in Morocco are being allowed to enter.

• Certain foreign travellers are being permitted entry into Morocco under specific

conditions. Individuals must provide proof of a hotel booking or business invitation, and

must not be subject to a visa formality, in addition to the COVID-19 testing requirements.

• Travellers to Morocco will be allowed on board upon presentation, at the airport, of two

negative COVID-19 test results – virology and serology – done 48 hours prior to take off.

The same rule applies to people travelling by sea.

• Ferries from the French port Sete and Italian port Genoa are being allowed to resume

serving Moroccan ports.

• Movement to and from Casablanca is heavily restricted.

Domestic

• The nationwide state of emergency is in place until 10 October (subject to extension).

• Domestic flights and public transportation are generally operating across the country.

• Provinces/prefectures will be categorised into zones according to the health of the area.

Residents of Zone 1 will face fewer restrictions on movement and be able to resume

commercial activities. Leisure and entertainment spaces, such as gyms, can open at 50

percent capacity. Highways and public roads will also reopen between cities, along with

railways. Domestic flights and transport activities will reopen according to specific

conditions.

• In Zone 2, people will be able to move within the zone without an exceptional movement

permit. People wishing to travel outside of Zone 2 should have a permit signed by local

authorities.

• Lockdowns measures have been re-imposed in Berrechid, Casablanca, Fez, Marrakesh, Meknes, Settat, Tangier, Benimellal, Rabat, and Tetouan due to an increase in COVID-19 cases. The public are advised not the leave their homes unless for essential activities. Public spaces are closed and public transportation is limited or suspended.

• A curfew is in place on Kenitra and Medhya between 18:00-05:00 local time. It is also

understood that Casablanca is under a nightly curfew from 22:00-05:00 local time.

• Moroccan authorities have also announced that several neighbourhoods in Marrakesh are

being closed off due to a recent spike. Sidi Youssef Ben Ali, Hay al-Hassani, Hay al-

Muhammadi, Mahamid, al-Manara, Djemaa el-Fna, and Qusch are all affected by the new

quarantine. Non-essential movement in these neighbourhoods will be restricted. Health

control operations are being increased to enforce compliance.

Special Conditions

• Wearing a face mask in public is compulsory and anyone seen violating this order could

face one to three months in prison.

• All public gatherings of more than 50 people are banned.

• Most nonessential businesses, such as gyms and theatres are closed, with exception of

restaurants allowing take-away and delivery services.

Mozambique International


• International flight operations have resumed but are limited. Those operating are

transporting passengers from countries designated as ‘safe’. Details regarding those

countries have yet to be provided.

• All passengers arriving in Mozambique who have been in contact with an infected person

must undergo a 14-day quarantine.

• If any arrivals are diagnosed with COVID-19 they must undergo a stricter quarantine,

restricting contact with all household members.

• The government has suspended the issuing of entry visas.

• There is an automatic extension of all DIRE and temporary visas until 30 September even if

expired.

• The Ressano-Garcia / Lebombo post near Komatipoort is the only open land border

between South Africa and Mozambique, for cargo only.

Domestic

• A nationwide state of emergency has been lifted.

• Phase One has passed, with the resumption of face-to-face classes in higher education

institutions, military academies, teacher-training, technical-professional and health

institutes. Furthermore, religious gatherings with up to 250 people will also be allowed to

resume.

• Phase Two (current) includes the reopening of more businesses such as cinemas, theatres,

casinos, and gyms.

• Phase Three is expected by 1 October, but details have yet to be provided.

• LAM Mozambique Airlines operates limited domestic and cargo flights within the country.

• The process of relaxing restrictive measures is gradual and could be reversed depending on

the pandemic. Several sectors including education, business, culture, and tourism have

been reopened. To boost tourism and stimulate business, the country will be open to

investors, specialists and visitors, and flights from selected countries will be allowed.

Special Conditions

• Authorities have urged people to only leave their residence if essential.

• Markets are permitted to operate between 06:00 to 17:00 local time.

• The wearing of face masks is compulsory in all public places, including on public transport.

• Entertainment venues including bars, gyms and museums, and schools are closed.

Myanmar International

• International passenger flights are suspended until 31 October. This includes an entry ban

on most foreign travellers.

• Medical evacuation, cargo, and preapproved flights are exempted.

• Returning residents continue to be required to quarantine for three weeks upon arrival.

• At present, Myanmar authorities can offer business visas to foreign nationals with a

compelling case. The employee or employer must make a case to your nearest Myanmar

Embassy and obtain permission.

• All arrivals will have to undergo quarantine at government-designated facilities. The

standard quarantine period for new arrivals is 28 days (21 days in a government-arranged

facility, followed by 7 days of home quarantine). However, foreign nationals can, through

contacting their nearest Myanmar Embassy, request permission to undergo a shorter

quarantine period.

• Foreigners must present a health certificate clearing them of COVID-19, dated no more

than 72 hours prior to departure.


• Travellers who have visited Daegu city or North Gyeongsang province in South Korea or

Hubei province in China will be denied entry.

• At the beginning of September, Myanmar and Japan will allow expatriates and long-term

residents to travel reciprocally between the countries. Quarantine requirements still apply.

Domestic

• Domestic flights have been re-grounded.

• Inter-provincial public transportation services have resumed in compliance with regional

curfews that remain in effect.

• The government has issued a curfew between 00:00-04:00.

• Most remaining restrictions on travel within Myanmar have been rescinded, opening tourist destinations to locals and foreign residents.

• Health Ministry officials have confirmed that a stay-at-home order has been imposed in all

areas of Yangon. Under the order, face masks are mandatory in public, only one person

per household may grocery shop at a time, only two people are allowed for hospital or

clinic visits, and only two people, including the driver, may be in a private vehicle.

Additionally, all employees will be required to work from home with the exception of

those working in essential businesses. There is no indication how long the order will

remain in effect. Curbs are also in place for entry in Yangon and Naypyitaw.

• Restrictions are being tightened in Sittwe due to a spike in COVID-19 cases. Residents are

required to remain indoors for the greatest amount of time possible. A curfew is in place

between 21:00-04:00 local time until at least 21 October. Mann Yadanarpon Airlines has

reportedly suspended flights to Sittwe Airport.

• Travellers from Sittwe to other cities of the country are subject to isolation and COVID-19

testing requirements.

• Travellers entering Mandalay Region from high risk areas, including Rakhine State and

Yangon Region, must quarantine in a state facility at the individuals expense.

Special Conditions

• Plan for regional differences in measures.

• Gatherings of more than 30 people are banned, and face masks must be worn in public

spaces.

Namibia International

• International travel is now permitted.

• A limited number of tourists from “a carefully selected low-risk market” would be

admitted to help revive a sector that employs 100,000 people.

• The Tourism Ministry has confirmed that international travellers can now visit pre-booked

destinations and take part in activities for up to five days, after which they will be tested

for the virus. If they stay at their pre-booked destination for less than five days, they can

proceed to another destination without a test.

• All travellers entering the country must provide a negative COVID-19 test result not older

than 72 hours prior to arrival and are subject to a 7-day quarantine period. For those

arriving to the airport showing symptoms of COVID-19, a second test may be done at the

airport. Another test can be expected around day 5 of quarantine.

• Admitted tourists must have sufficient travel insurance and purchase a local

phone/number to register with the local authorities.


• All individuals intending to travel to Namibia must notify the nearest Namibian Embassy or

High Commission of their intent to travel to Namibia no less than two weeks prior to

departure.

Domestic

• National restrictions have been lifted; micro-level restrictions are possible in areas with the

highest spread of COVID-19.

• Domestic air services are operating.

• Air Namibia has resumed domestic flights between Eros and Ondangwa, Rundu, Katima

Mulilo, Lüderitz, Oranjemund and Walvis Bay.

Special Conditions

• The wearing of face masks in public is now mandatory, and anyone who violates this order

is liable to pay a fine up to 2000 Namibia dollars or may face imprisonment.

• Public gatherings are limited to 50 people or less.

• Restaurants are open for takeaway services only.

• The sale of alcohol for off-site consumption is limited to midday to 18:00 Monday to

Friday, 09:00 to midday on Saturday, prohibited on Sunday.

Nauru International

• Only Australian and New Zealand citizens as well as permanent residents are allowed into

Nauru at this stage.

• Those permitted entry will be subjected to a mandatory 14-day quarantine at a

government designated facility and COVID-19 testing upon arrival at both sea and airports

of entry.

• Only a limited number of international flights are operating.

• All port staff are subject to health screening measures.

Domestic

• There are certain restrictions on domestic travel.

Special Conditions

• Social distancing is advised and wearing face masks is encouraged.

• Australia is to provide support through the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade.

Nepal International

• International flights are no longer suspended but they remain very limited. The first round

of flights will reportedly be to and from the capital, Kathmandu.

• All travellers who have arrived from European nations, Malaysia, South Korea, and Japan

will be denied entry.

• Nepal Immigration in Kalikastan, Kathmandu, resumed operations. All visa holders

requiring any visa-related services should consult the Department of Immigration for

information about visa matters. (http://www.immigration.gov.np/)

• Arrivals must obtain a medical certificate clearing them of COVID-19 at most seven days

before entry to the country and adhere to a 14-day quarantine upon arrival.

• All land ports of entry into Nepal remain closed through midnight the night of 16 October. There are a limited number of border points through which returning Nepali citizens are allowed entry.

Domestic

http://www.immigration.gov.np/


• Domestic flights beginning to resume.

• The national lockdown has expired.

Nonessential activity and travel have resumed in the Kathmandu Valley.

Special Conditions

• Marriage ceremonies, funerals, and any gathering of more than 15 people are also banned.

• Police are strictly enforcing measures on social distancing and face masks.

• The government has allowed hotels, restaurants, trekking and mountaineering services to

resume operations. Hotels and restaurants cannon, however, operating indoor/dine-in

services.

Netherlands International

• The European Union, including the Netherlands, are gradually lifting restrictions on

inbound non-essential travel from Algeria, Australia, Canada, Georgia, Japan, Montenegro,

Morocco, New Zealand, Rwanda, Serbia, South Korea, Thailand, Tunisia, and Uruguay.

China has been listed, but is 'subject to confirmation of reciprocity'. The list of countries

will be reviewed every 2 weeks (or sooner if necessary) on the basis of the number of new

infections, among other things. The number of new infections must remain at or below

approximately 19 per 100,000 inhabitants. Consideration will also be given to contact

tracing efforts and the number of coronavirus tests carried out.

• Borders are open to citizens from the EU, UK, Norway, Iceland, Switzerland, and Liechtenstein. Officials have however advised against travel to the UK.

• Specific locations within countries have been known to be added to the quarantine list; subject to change.

• Most travellers from Sweden are no longer being urged to self-quarantine when they visit

the Netherlands.

• Limited international flight options are available.

• Passengers departing from high-risk coronavirus (COVID-19) countries (designated by the EASA airport list) are strongly advised to immediately self-quarantine for 10 days upon arrival.

• All passengers over the age of 13 flying to and from a Dutch airport are required to

complete a ‘Health Screening Form’. It must be kept on hand for the duration of their

journey and will likely be checked at multiples stages of transit.

• Many airlines have implemented face mask requirements. Masks are also required inside airports where social distancing is not possible.

• Select airlines may be implementing specific screening measures at airports.

• Officials have relaxed the entry ban under conditions for the entry of loved ones from third

countries who have a long-distance relationship with someone from the Netherlands. A

handwritten declaration must be submitted by the couples with relevant contact details.

Domestic

• Public transportation is operating at full capacity. All passengers over the age of 13 are required to wear face masks on public transportation. Officials advise commuters to not use buses, trains, trams, and metros during peak hours as a precaution.

• In certain crowded spaces of Amsterdam and Rotterdam, face masks are required

outdoors.

• There are no restrictions on travel within the country. • Localised measures are likely to be introduced where infection rates notably increase for

an area. Workers are now being encouraged to work from home, where possible, and the

government has also asked the public to avoid all non-essential travel between

Amsterdam, The Hague and Rotterdam. Customers of retail stores in the aforementioned


cities must wear masks and shop owners are able to refuse entry to any customer that

does not comply with the new restriction. Bars and restaurants must close by 22:00 local

time. Sporting events will be closed to the public and all gatherings are now limited to a

maximum of 40 people. Social gatherings at a private residence, has a maximum of three

attendees permitted.

Special Conditions

• Authorities are implementing a five-stage lockdown exit strategy.

• Establishments such as restaurants, bars, theatres, music venues, museums, cinemas, salons, and libraries have opened with strict social distancing rules in place or other protocols in place.

• Restaurants must use reservations and conduct health checks prior to a guest’s entry.

• The maximum number of people in one space is limited to 100 (not counting staff).

• In shops, museums, libraries, theme parks, zoos, and other settings where visitors move

through the space, the rule is that people must stay 1.5 metres apart. It is up to locations

to make sure people follow this rule.

• When outdoors, stay 1.5 metres away from others.

New

Caledonia

International

• Regular international flights to and from New Caledonia are suspended until 27 March

2021.




• An exception to the travel ban is a weekly flight from France via Japan, which could be

increased in frequency to up to three if quarantine places were available. The government

also approved a flight every two weeks to and from Sydney.

• The compulsory quarantine of passengers arriving in New Caledonia is set at fourteen days

in a hotel requisitioned by the government. The additional seven-day period of strict home

confinement has been abolished.

• Passengers able to travel from Wallis and Futuna - territory free of positive cases COVID-19

- are exempted measures mandatory quarantine on arrival in New Caledonia (quatorzaine

in a requisitioned hotel); the Aircalin flights to and from Tontouta regained their abilities

standards set by the carrier without distancing measures.

• Re-opening air links to Japan and New Zealand was not being considered before

September.

• Cruise ships and fishing vessels are still not allowed within the territory’s waters. French-

registered yachts, however, can enter New Caledonian waters but they need to advise the

authorities of their arrival and self-isolate for two weeks.

Domestic

• All domestic lockdown measures are now lifted.

• Ships and domestic flights have resumed. Passenger transport to Wallis and Futuna is

suspended.

Special Conditions

N/A

New Zealand International


• Non-essential travel restrictions from New Zealand to the European Union are gradually

being lifted.

• All foreigners and non-residents are barred from entering New Zealand with the exception

of direct family members, diplomats, and air and marine crew.

• Special exceptions are made for Samoa and Tonga nationals depending on the reason for

travel.

• All entries must undergo a 14-day quarantine at pre-designated facilities.

• Transit visa waiver and visa waiver nationalities, people transiting to or from Australia and

people departing a Pacific country or territory to return home, do not require a transit visa

as long as they have a confirmed flight out of New Zealand within 24 hours to a port which

will accept them.

• There are a small number of additional, limited exceptions to the ban on travelling to and

entering New Zealand.

• The Government has introduced short term and long-term criteria for “Other Essential Workers” requests.

• Social distancing restrictions on public transport and planes are lifted. However, face

masks remain necessary.

Domestic

• Sea ports are closed to commercial passenger ships until further notice.

• Many internal domestic restrictions have been lifted.

• A Level 2 alert level is in effect for Auckland. Under the new alert level, gatherings of up to 100 people will be permitted and face coverings will remain mandatory on public transport and on planes to, from, or through Auckland. The rest of the country has moved into alert level 1.

Special Conditions

• Face masks are required on public transportation and must be worn while travelling by air. Masks are encouraged in public spaces where social distancing is not possible.

Nicaragua International

• Most international flights are cancelled.

• The Nicaraguan Ministry of Health has announced that travellers who intend to enter the

country will be required to present a negative result of the COVID-19 Polymerase Chain

Reaction test. The test must be carried out within 72 hours of arriving. Travellers that test

negative will not be subject to any quarantine measures. The mandate includes all entry

points, both air and land. Foreign travellers with symptoms of COVID-19 will not be

allowed to enter.

• The Nicaraguan government has relaxed the entry restrictions for citizens of the countries

of Africa, Asia, and Oceania. These travellers must present a negative COVID-19 test result

from 96 hours prior to arrival.

• Flights who wish to operate must request 72 hours in advance.

• Several airlines have released tentative return dates for flights with suspensions in effect

as follows: Spirit Airlines until 1 October, Aeromexico until 31 October, United Airlines until

16 October, American Airlines until 8 October, Copa Airlines until October, and Delta

Airlines remains suspended indefinitely.

• Avianca Airlines has resumed connections.

Domestic

• Passenger traffic is restricted or suspended at the borders with Honduras and Costa Rica.


Special Conditions

• No official national restrictions, including social distancing measures, have been set in

place.

Niger International

• All international passenger flights into and out of Niger have resumed.

• Both passengers arriving and those leaving Niger must present a coronavirus negative test

result not more than 72 hours old.

• Anyone who does not arrive with a certificate of negative status will be tested, made to

pay for the testing and if found positive, they will be taken straight to a treatment centre.

• All arriving passengers must also self-isolate for two weeks and give their precise address

in the country.

• Mandatory temperature screening will take place at the airport.

• International travel, except for freight, through land borders is still banned.

Domestic

• A state of emergency was extended until 12 October, impacting movement and daily

routines.

• Most domestic flights are restricted or suspended, and airlines have not specified when

they will resume full operations.

Special Conditions

• Face masks are required to be worn in public spaces.

• Bars, nightclubs, and public schools have reopened.

• In some areas, markets are only operational on certain days and additional health

screenings are imposed in essential businesses.

Nigeria International

• International flights have resumed with aircraft landing in Abuja and Lagos. • Once travel is permitted, passengers should expect to undergo COVID-19 testing before

departure and upon landing. Testing could be free if certain laboratories are used.

• Countries blocking flights from Nigeria are banned from landing in the country.

• All land and sea borders are closed.

Domestic

• The easing of lockdown measures has slowed in Nigeria due to high infection rates and is

subject to state variations.

• 'Precision' lockdown measures will be used for areas reporting rapid increases in cases.

• The national easing has moved to phase three, due to last until approximately 4 October.

• Nigeria continues to enforce a nationwide curfew from midnight to 04:00 local time.

• Domestic flights have resumed; with passengers required to arrive 90 minutes prior to

departure.

• Interstate travel has resumed.

• Nationwide passenger rail services have resumed. Rail passengers will have to wear face

coverings and observe social distancing.

• Kano State has entered phase on of lockdown easing, operating behind the rest of the

country.


• Kaduna State has started to ease its lockdown with reduced hours for economic activity;

the curfew remains active. Public transport will operate at 50 percent capacity.

Special Conditions

• Limited business activities have resumed, but social distancing must be followed, and

capacity restrictions are in place.

• Government offices are open for limited operations from 09:00 to 14:00 Monday - Friday.


• Restrictions have been eased on religious gatherings.

• Gatherings of more than 20 people are not permitted.

• The federal government has announced that schools will be allowed to reopen exclusively

for graduating classes.

• Places of worship and some recreational activities have reopened in Lagos.

Niue International

• International travellers are understood to be banned and regular international flights are

suspended. Niueans, essential personnel, and cargo flights are exempt.

• Returning residents of Niue who have visited China in the past 14 days or any country with

confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the past 30 days are banned from entering unless they

have remained in a country with no confirmed cases for the past 14 days and have

received medical clearance,

• All arriving travellers are subjected to a 14-day mandatory quarantine.

Domestic

• Domestic air travel is restricted.

Special Conditions

• Social distancing is advised when in public places.


Norfolk Island International

• Borders are gradually reopening; however, travel will remain restricted only for low-risk

domestic airline passengers.

• Every individual must complete an online ‘Entry Pass’ application between 24-72 hours

before arrival.

• Starting Monday 5 October 2020, visitors will be required to pay a $25 fee for an entry pass, which will be processed via the existing entry pass software. Island residents will not have to pay the fee. The fee will be used by NIRC to pay for the continuation and maintenance of the Permit processing system.

• Removal of the quarantine requirement from travellers from New South Wales and

Victoria is on track on 1 October 2020.

Domestic

• A state of emergency is in place until 31 December.

• Lockdown restrictions are being eased.

• Patrons are permitted to dine inside cafes and restaurants, subject to social distancing.

• No more than three people permitted in a vehicle.

Special Conditions


• Residents can worship indoors, go to pubs and clubs, and gather outdoors in groups of 50

people.

North Korea International

• All borders are closed to foreign nationals until further notice, with the exception of trade

with China and essential travel.

• Border controls have been further tightened.

• Any authorised person entering the country will require a 14-day quarantine.

• Specific inspections are established for shipments at ports and railway crossings with

Russia and China.

Domestic

• A national state of emergency is in effect until the end of 2020.

• A quarantine period of 30 days is in place for people showing symptoms, and all

government institutions and foreigners living in the country are expected to comply

“unconditionally.”

• In Pyongyang, guard posts have been established at transit stations, bus terminals, and

multiple main roadways.

• Other cities are also experiencing quarantines and/or checkpoints.

• Penalties for breaking COVID-19 measures could be sever, including a year of hard labour or the death penalty.

• North Korean troops have been instructed to shoot anyone on sight within one kilometre

(0.6miles) of the border.

Special Conditions

• Micro-control mechanisms can be expected.

• Primary and secondary schools in North Korea have been ordered to close.

• There is a general ban on outdoor/public gatherings.

• Face masks are mandatory in public spaces. Police officers and other dedicated patrols will

enforce the wearing of face masks.

• Temperature checks, hand-washing facilities, and sanitisers are utilized in public spaces.

• Diplomatic representation is becoming increasingly more difficult as foreign nations

temporarily close their embassies in response to the restrictions.

North

Macedonia

International

• Skopje International Airport and Ohrid Airport “St. Apostle Paul” have re-opened for

commercial flights.

• Most travellers are no longer required to submit a PCR test result, self-isolate, or

quarantine after arrival.

• However, citizens from Serbia, Kosovo, Montenegro, and Bosnia and Herzegovina will be

required to show proof of a negative COVID-19 PCR test result upon arrival from within the

past 72 hours.

• Land borders are generally open to North Macedonia for movement of passengers and

vehicles. Some border crossings in neighbouring countries are restricted and subject to

entry requirements.

Domestic


• Public transportation is operating. Passengers must wear face masks.


• Inter-city and international public transportation cannot exceed 75% capacity.

Special Conditions

• Some businesses are allowed to open including some shops, although a restriction on the

number of people entering will be in place.

• Most cultural and sporting events have been cancelled.

• Schools and universities remain closed.

• Everyone is required to wear face masks when visiting indoor public and confined spaces.

• All gatherings of more than two people are banned.

Northern

Mariana

Islands

International

• Tourists are currently banned from entering the Northern Mariana Islands.

• All inbound travellers are required to complete the ‘CNMI Mandatory Declaration Form’ at

least three days prior to entry. They must also register with the Sara Alert Symptom

Monitoring System.

• Those permitted entry will be subjected to health screening and a 14-day quarantine upon

arrival, there are exemptions to self-isolate at home.

• Travellers are required to undergo a COVID-19 test five days after entry.

• Non-residents allowed entry are required to submit proof of a negative PCR test from

within 3-6 days prior to arrival.

• Commercial international flights are largely suspended, although cargo flights are exempt.

• Entry measures for arriving travellers will be based on where they departed from;

designated as high-risk or low-risk zones.

Domestic

• Several temporary COVID-19 restrictions have been eased, as the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands (CNMI) returns to Community Vulnerability level 'blue'.

• A daily curfew will remain in place; however, the hours have been reverted back to 02:00 to 04:00 (local time).

• All businesses are permitted to operate between 05:00 and 01:00; however, occupancy must be limited to 75 percent in accordance with supplemental regulatory guidance. Restaurants and bars can continue to serve dine-in customers at 75 percent capacity, as long as social distancing and adequate hygiene measures are adhered to. Furthermore, 25 people can now attend social gatherings, and all public parks, public pathways, and beaches are open for all recreational activities and social gatherings, subject to the social distancing requirements.

Special Conditions

• Social distancing is still necessary.

Norway International

• Norway operates a list of countries with which travel is permitted; will be reviewed at least

every 14 days. A list can be found here - https://www.visitnorway.com/plan-your-

trip/coronavirus-and-travelling-to-norway/

• Norway no longer operates a green list of countries, meaning residents should reconsider

their need to travel.

• Norway is requiring a 10-day quarantine for travellers from select European and third

countries. A list can be found here: https://www.fhi.no/en/op/novel-coronavirus-facts-

advice/facts-and-general-advice/travel-advice-COVID19/#quarantine-for-arrival-in-

norway-from-abroad

• Norway’s airports have not closed but are operating at a limited capacity.

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• Foreign travellers are allowed to transit using Norwegian airports as long as their final

destination is outside of the country.

• Norwegian Air has announced that flight services will be resumed. The airline will operate

flights between London’s Gatwick Airport and Oslo, as well as Gatwick-Copenhagen,

Edinburgh-Oslo, and Edinburgh-Copenhagen, with more destinations out of its Oslo base

to Spain, Croatia, France, Poland, and the Baltics. This does not include transatlantic flights

or services to Italy.

• There are land border control measures in place.

Domestic

• Internal travel is permitted in Norway but must be limited to essential activities.

• The transportation sector is operating normally.

• Stricter measures have been implemented in Oslo, due to an increase in COVID-19 cases.

The measures include a temporary ban on indoor events with over 50 participants, if the

participants are not seated. Furthermore, face masks must be worn on public transport

where it is not possible to maintain one metre of social distance, face masks must be worn

by home carers where it is not possible to maintain social distance and restaurants, cafes

and other places were food is served must register all customers. These new restrictions

will remain in place until at least 13 October.

• Additional restrictions are in place for Bergen, including restrictions on gathering sizes.

Special Conditions

• Grocery and most retail stores are open. Bars and restaurants are reopening with

restrictions.

• Universities are closed.

• The government has reduced the recommended distance between people down to one

meter.

• Up to 200 people may attend public events and private gatherings are limited to 20

people.

• Swimming halls and gyms are now open.

• Currently, officials are not advising the public to wear face coverings on trams, trains, and

metro services.

Oman International

• Oman has closed entry into the country via air or land borders to all but Omani citizens.

This includes residents.

• Most international and domestic flights have been suspended with Oman Air offering

limited flights to London and other European destinations.

• Citizens are only allowed to leave the country on a case-by-case basis.

• International flights could resume from 1 October.

• Officials mandate those entering Oman from 1 October, to get a PCR test done after arrival. Additionally, arriving passengers must also be insured to cover the cost of at least 30-days of COVID-19 treatment should the need arise. The rules further state that symptomatic passengers will be taken to designated clinics. Permission from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the sponsor of the company where the traveller works are also mandatory requirement without which a person cannot be undertake travel. The soft copy of the NOC has to be shown before boarding at the port of embarkation and produced if and when asked by the concerned authorities during the course of journey and also at the disembarkation point. A 14-day quarantine is also compulsory, during which time the whereabouts and movements of the person will be monitored by a wearable monitoring band.


Domestic

• Domestic restrictions are largely lifted.

• A full lockdown of the Dhofar governorate in the south will be maintained until further

notice.

• Oman National Transport Company (Mwasalat) has announced that it is all set to restart intercity public transport services. Buses will be restarted initially.

• Oman Air has started flights to Duqm and is now operating six flights every week to Al

Wusta Governorate.

Special Conditions

• Face masks and social distancing are required in public spaces.

Pakistan International

• Pakistan is gradually resuming international flight operations.

• All airlines are allowed to operate to repatriate Pakistan citizens from overseas. All

passengers arriving will be screened at the airport and will also be required to self-isolate

for 14-days.

• The Afghan-Pakistan border has reopened.

• International air passengers travelling to Pakistan will be subject to thermal screening on

arrival. The current Pakistan Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) guidelines require all passengers

arriving in Pakistan to submit a health declaration form which will be made available on

your flight or upon arrival at the airport.

• If you do not have any COVID-19 symptoms, you will be allowed to proceed through the

airport and will be given instructions to self-isolate at your residence for 14 days.

• If you do have symptoms of COVID-19 including fever, cough, breathing difficulty, you may

be taken to a facility for a swab test, where you will be asked to wait for the results of the

test. If the test is positive, you will receive advice about next steps including possible self-

isolation for 14 days at your residence or transfer to a hospital.

Domestic

• Domestic flight operations have resumed with regular schedules.

• Vans and buses are not allowed on the roadways. Private and transportation vehicles are

permitted movement with certain restrictions.

• Public transport services are operating, but at limited capacity.

Special Conditions

• Small shops and markets have been permitted to reopen from Monday to Friday but must

close after 17:00 local time and on weekends. Exceptions are being made for grocery

stores and pharmacies.

• Restaurants, parks, theatres, and gyms have reopened.

• Strict enforcement of COVID-19 restrictions is expected by the authorities. Markets and

shops found not to be adhering to safety regulations will be closed.

• Most public spaces have reopened.


Palau International

• Essential commercial flights have resumed, and cargo and mail services continue to

operate on a weekly basis.


• Travellers permitted entry will be subjected to health screening and a quarantine upon

arrival. The duration of the quarantine is dependent on the passenger’s point of origin.

They must also provide proof of a negative COVID-19 test result, not older than 72 hours,

on entry.

• Executive Order No. 440, which enforces travel restrictions from Hong Kong, Macau, and

Mainland China to the Republic of Palau, has been extended indefinitely.

• United Airlines is scheduling a select number of flights with Palau.

Domestic

• Restrictions are understood to be in effect when using public transport.

Special Conditions

• Social distancing is encouraged when in public places.

• Wearing face masks is advised but not mandatory.

Palestine International

West Bank

• Border crossings with Israel are closed or largely restricted.

• All foreign tourists are banned from West Bank hotels.

• Each governorate has a designated quarantine location.

Gaza

• Most border crossings are closed until further notice. However, the crossing with Rafah,

Egypt, has opened to allow for repatriation efforts.

• Anyone entering Gaza, regardless of origin, is subject to a 21-day quarantine in a

specialised isolation centre.

Domestic

West Bank

• The Palestinian Authority has extended a state of emergency.

• The Palestinian Authority is preparing to adopt a new action plan, that will ease

restrictions but is intended control the virus. Monitor for updates and local variations.

Gaza

• A lockdown order is in effect.

Special Conditions

West Bank

• Testing will continue daily, especially amongst workers recently returning from Israel, who

are required to commit to home-bound quarantine.

• It is mandatory to wear a mask in public, including places of worship.

• Restaurants, cafes, and sports facilities are permitted to reopen, as well as gyms at 50

percent capacity.

• All businesses are permitted to operate on Fridays and Saturdays with health protocols in

place.

• All social gatherings are prohibited.

Gaza

• Overnight curfews are possible at little to no warning.

• Mosques, schools, and most businesses have been ordered closed during the current

lockdown order.

• It is mandatory to wear a mask in public, including places of worship.


Panama International

• International commercial flight operations are largely suspended through 12 October.

• Copa Airlines has been given authorization to gradually resume operations, with limited

options to Panama, Miami, New York City, Washington, D.C., Los Angeles, Orlando, Mexico

City, Cancun, San Jose, Santo Domingo, Quito, Guayaquil, Sao Paulo, Montevideo, Buenos

Aires, and Santiago.

• Foreign travellers will only be permitted to transit the airport and will not be allowed entry

into Panama.

• Those authorized entry, including residents and citizens, must present a negative COVID-

19 PCR test result, not older than 48 hours, upon arrival. They must also sign a sworn

statement agreeing to comply with all sanitary control measures of Panama.

Domestic

• Most interprovincial travel is prohibited. Authorities maintain security checkpoints to

enforce these measures.

• Panama and Panama Oeste provinces are easing mobility restrictions

• The curfew for all other provinces remains in place from 23:00 to 05:00 local time

Mondays through Saturdays. A full quarantine is understood to be in effect on Sundays.

Curfew measures could be released on 12 October.

• A curfew between 19:00 and 05:00 local time is ongoing for the provinces of Bocas del

Toro, Colón, and Chiriquí.

Special Conditions

• The wearing of face masks outdoors is compulsory nationwide.

• All sectors of the economy have recommenced operations with limitations.

• Social group activities, cultural events, festivals, beach visits, contact sports, or any other

activity that violates social distancing are not permitted.

• Family and recreational services are resuming. The construction industry, Panama Pacifico

Special Economic Area, Colon Free Zone, and other duty-free zones, including private

marinas and sport fishing, are also operating.

Papua New

Guinea

International

• International flights are again significantly restricted due to the recent spike in cases. You

cannot enter the country unless you have an exemption from PNG authorities and have

returned a negative PCR test within seven days of travel.

• Authorities have re-imposed entry restrictions as it tightens restrictions against COVID-19 infections. Papua New Guinea has banned border travel for people from Australia, Indonesia, the Federated States of Micronesia, and the Solomon Islands. Inbound passengers must show evidence of a negative virus test in the seven days prior to boarding an aeroplane.

• Travellers to Papua New Guinea must also complete an online electronic health declaration form within 24 hours of departure. The barcode generated should be saved as evidence of submission.

• Anyone arriving must self-isolate in a government approved hotel for 14 days. Subject to

written approval of the authorities, the period of self-isolation in Port Moresby may be

reduced to 7 days if the individual has spent the past 7 days prior to arrival in Queensland,

Australia.

• Land border with Indonesia remains closed.

• Cruise ships and yachts with more than 15 people on board are banned.


Domestic

• A lockdown order for Port Moresby has since been lifted, but a curfew order remains in

place in the National Capital District of Port Moresby between 00:00-05:00 local time.

• In the National Capital District, face masks are required in indoor public spaces, on aircraft,

and on public transportation. Gatherings are limited to 15 people.

• Restrictions are in place for domestic/interprovincial air travel. Travel is largely limited to

essential or pre-approved journeys.

• Commercial flights have resumed between Buka Airport and Port Moresby’s Jackson

International Airport.

• Passengers flying to Bougainville Island will need to obtain a quarantine medical clearance

certificate (not older than 48-72 hours) prior to arrival and will need to quarantine for 14

days.

• Public transport has resumed operations with limited passenger capacity.

Special Conditions

• Most non-essential businesses have been allowed to reopen, in addition to pharmacies,

banks, supermarkets, and wholesalers.

• Gatherings generally remain limited to 15 people.

• Social distancing measures and hygiene protocols must still be adhered to when in public.

• There have been reports of food shortages in some areas so looting, robberies, and price

gouging cannot be ruled out.

Paraguay International

• All borders have been closed and flights to Paraguay have been suspended.

• Only nationals and residents are permitted to enter the country but must quarantine at a

military facility for 14 days.

Domestic

• Vehicles with odd-numbered license plates are allowed to travel on Monday, Wednesday,

Friday, and Sunday, with even-numbered ones allowed on Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday.

• Checkpoints are in place across the country to enforce domestic movement regulations.

• The country is in Phase 4 of reopening, title the ‘Intelligent Quarantine Plan’.

• Asuncion and the departments of Central and Alto Parana are under Phase 3.

• San Roque Gonzalez de Santa Cruz is in total quarantine and is in Phase 2.

• A curfew remains in place from 20:00-05:00 local time Sundays through Thursdays in the

Departments of Asuncion and Central, and between 00:00-05:00 local time on Fridays and

Saturdays.

• A curfew is in effect for the Department of Alta Parana from 05:00-20:00.

Special Conditions

• Large gatherings have been banned, but religious services with up to 50 people are

permitted.

• Construction projects, shopping centres, salons, and offices are allowed to resume

operations, provided they comply with strict health and safety measures.

• Schools, bars, and restaurants remain closed.

• Masks are required on public transport and in public areas where people gather. They are

only recommended in all other public locations.

• Physical activities and exercise are allowed in sports clubs and parks.


Peru International

• Peru has closed its borders and airports and passengers are not allowed to enter the

country until 5 October. Once resumed, flights to and from neighbouring countries in the

region will take place first, followed by gradually expanded destinations. The number of

flights will be limited and the first schedules are believed to be flights with the United

States, Mexico, Spain, Chile, Argentina, and Brazil.

• Passengers are required to submit a negative result from a COVID-19 test (PCR-RT) carried

out up to 48 hours before entering the country.

• Returning Peruvian citizens are required to quarantine for 15 days upon arrival.

• Rail and maritime services will also be authorised from 5 October.

Domestic

• A state of emergency has been extended through 30 September, with some sources

suggesting that officials are reviewing the order to remain in place through the end of the

year.

• Quarantine measures are gradually being lifted across the country; however, quarantines

remain in areas of Amazonas, Ancash, Apurimac, Ayacucho, Cajamarca, Cusco,

Huancavelica, Huánuco, Ica, Junin, La Libertad, Lima, Madre de Dios, Moquegua, Pasco,

Puno, and Tacna. This includes an amended curfew between 20:00 and 04:00 local time.

• A curfew is in place in other areas of the country between 23:00 and 04:00 local time daily.

• A number of health measures are being implemented for travel, as domestic flight

operations have resumed.

• Face masks and shields are required to be worn during transit. Additionally, individuals

must undergo a temperature screening before entering an airport and only ticketed

passengers will be permitted to enter the terminals. All passengers are required to sign an

official declaration stating they are not presenting any COVID-19 symptoms and have not

been in contact with anyone exposed to coronavirus within the past 14 days.

• Flights are not resuming in Áncash, Huánuco, Ica, Junín, Madre de Dios, San Martín, Jaén,

San Ignacio, and La Convencion due to quarantine measures that remain in effect and

restrict travel to and from these locations.

• Face masks and shields, temperature screenings, and the same health declaration are

required if transiting via ground transportation.

Special Conditions

• Businesses cannot exceed 50 percent capacity and must adhere to sanitation protocols.

• Face masks are required in public, and gloves will need to be worn when at grocery stores,

food markets, and banks.

• All schools have been suspended until further notice.

• The government is planning to reopen some services including restaurants for on-site pick-

up and delivery, as well as limited hotel accommodations.

• Industries such as manufacturing, trade, construction, mining, and fishing have been

permitted to resume activities.

• Parades, parties, civic and religious activities, and large gatherings (including family

gatherings) are banned.

Philippines International

• Foreigners are generally banned from entry into the Philippines, but are allowed to leave the country at any time.


• The Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines announced that travellers transiting to

Francisco Bangoy International Airport will be required to present a negative COVID-19

test taken within 48 hours of arrival.

• Arrivals to Davao City will receive a temperature check and are required to wear a face

mask at all times.

• Limited operations are resuming at Manila’s Ninoy Aquino International Airport. • Philippines Airlines requires a face mask and face shield to be worn by all passengers

during flights.

• Some long-term visa holders are being permitted entry, but are required to undergo a 14-

day quarantine at a government facility upon arrival and be tested for COVID-19.

• The government has lifted the ban on non-essential outbound travel.

Domestic

• A nationwide state of calamity is in effect through until 12 September 2021.

• Philippine Airlines has resumed limited domestic flights. Antigen tests will be used to

screen local air travellers.

• Marine ports are closed except for cargo ships; however, crews are not allowed to

disembark.

• Metro Rail Transit Line 3 (MRT-3) has started contact tracing efforts with the partial

resumption of the railway’s operations. Passengers are required to complete a health

declaration form before boarding a train. Phone calls and communication are restricted on

board.

• A metre distance should be observed on public transport.

• Metro Manila and the neighbouring provinces of Laguna, Cavite, Rizal, and Bulacan are

reverting to General Community Quarantine (GCQ) from MGCQ, until 31 October.

• Calabarazon, Lapu-Lapu City, Mandaue City, Ormoc City, Leyte, Southern Leyte, and Cebu

Province, Talisay, Minglanilla, Concepcion, Zamboanga City, Butuan City, Agusan del Norte,

and Basilan are under a General Community Quarantine (GCQ).

• Select other areas of Luzon, Visayas, and Minadano are under a medium-risk Modified

General Community Quarantine (MGCQ) and the rest of the country is in a low-risk MGCQ

designation.

• Local government units will have the option to place individual administrative areas under

stricter levels of community quarantine if they wish. Iligan has been placed under a ‘mild’

lockdown after a rise in community infections.

• Boracay island resort in the central Philippines will start accepting local tourists on 1

October. Only tourists who tested negative from COVID-19 within 48-72 hours of travel

and living in the provinces under general community quarantine (GCQ) are going to be

allowed to enter the island.

Special Conditions

• Many local government units (including in Metro Manila) have announced overnight

curfews (most commonly between 22:00-05:00 local time). The restrictions are reviewed

often by location.

• Some businesses in General Community Quarantine (GCQ) areas are able to reopen with

30 percent capacity as long as they follow social distancing measures and additional

restrictions.

• Further non-essential businesses under Modified General Community Quarantine (MGCQ)

have been permitted to reopen.


• Philippine authorities and police are authorised to carry out house-to-house searches for

COVID-19 patients to prevent wider transmission, amid increasing death and infection

numbers.

Pitcairn

Islands

International

• Borders are closed and all passenger services to the islands have been suspended until

further notice.

• Exceptions are being made for essential staff and their partners on organized Silver

Supporter services between the islands and New Zealand.

• Supply vessels are being permitted to enter the territory. Before docking, personnel from

all arriving vessels are required to contact immigration and speak to Pitcairn’s doctor, to

inform if any passengers/crew exhibit coronavirus symptoms.

• Shipping vessels will only operate between New Zealand and the Pitcairn Islands.

• All cruise ships, tour vessels, and yachts are banned.

• Border restrictions are expected to remain in place until at least 31 March 2021.

• This will be reviewed monthly.

Domestic

• Everyone should comply with the measures put in place in Pitcairn Island to limit the

spread of COVID-19.

Special Conditions

N/A

Poland International

• You are not required to self-isolate on arrival in Poland, if you arrive in Poland from the UK

or a European Union/EFTA country (by air, sea, or land).

• The Polish government has restored quarantine restrictions or bans for visitors from certain countries. A list of 30 countries has been published.

• An international flight ban is in place from a number of foreign countries. A full list can be

found here: https://www.gov.pl/web/coronavirus/travel

• If you arrive in Poland from a non-EU country, you may be required to self-isolate for 14

days, unless you are transiting to your place of residence. There are exceptions. The

government is looking to reduce the number of days from 14 to 10.

• Limited flight options are operating from airports located on the area of a member state of

the European Free Trade Agreement (EFTA), parties to the agreement on the European

Economic Area, the Swiss Confederation or EU member states, with the exception of

Sweden and Luxembourg.

• Poles are also able to fly to Georgia, Japan, Canada, Albania, South Korea, and Ukraine. A

ban has been introduced on flights to Montenegro.

• Flight bans have been lifted to Algeria, Morocco, Thailand, New Zealand, Belarus, Rwanda,

Tunisia, Turkey, Uruguay, and Australia.

• In response to Poland's rising infection count, Ukraine has added Poland to its list of

increased-risk countries, which means arrivals from Poland will have to undergo 14 days of

quarantine.

Domestic

• Domestic flights have resumed.

• Domestic rail services are operating but at limited capacity.

https://www.gov.pl/web/coronavirus/travel


• Enforcement of epidemic regulations is increasing. Notably, police spot checks in shops

and at weddings, and stricter fines for violations.

Special Conditions

• Krakow has been placed under stricter sanitary rules due to an increase in COVID-19 cases.

The tighter restrictions in place include: weddings and other family gatherings limited to

100 guests; sporting events, theatres, cinemas, and other cultural events required to

reduce spectators to 25%. The situation in Krakow will be monitored by Polish authorities

and could change at short notice.

• The wearing of face masks is required on public transport, in shops, churches, government

offices, and other locations where a larger number of people gather.

• There are no limits on customer numbers in shops but you must cover your nose and

mouth and use the hand sanitiser provided for customers. Restaurants and pubs are

permitted to open but you must wear a mask when not seated at the table.

• Hairdressers may also open by appointment only.

• Some museums, libraries and cultural venues are open. Cinemas, theatres, and concert

halls are open with capacity limited to 50% and masks must be worn.

• Swimming pools, gyms, indoor play centres and theme parks, saunas, tanning salons,

massage salons and tattoo parlours are also open, with strict hygiene rules in place. Masks

must be worn at massage salons and tattoo parlours.

• Face masks are not compulsory in open public spaces if social distancing can be observed.

Portugal International

• Limited international air travel is available.

• Border restrictions with Spain have been lifted.

• The European Union, including Portugal, are gradually lifting restrictions on inbound non-

essential travel from Algeria, Australia, Canada, Georgia, Japan, Montenegro, Morocco,

New Zealand, Rwanda, Serbia, South Korea, Thailand, Tunisia, and Uruguay. China has

been listed but is 'subject to confirmation of reciprocity'. This list will be reassessed every

two weeks.

• If arriving by air to mainland Portugal, you will be subject to health screening on arrival.

Your temperature will be checked and if it is high or you show signs of being unwell, you

will be referred to the health authorities.

• Flights from the United States and most Portuguese-speaking countries (Angola, Cape

Verde, Guinea-Bissau, Equatorial Guinea, Mozambique, Sao Tome and Principe, East

Timor, and Brazil) are allowed for "essential" travel. This includes EU/Schengen citizens

and residents returning home, and travel for humanitarian reasons, business, and study.

All passengers on these flights require a negative COVID-19 test that is less than 72 hours

old. They may be denied entry without one. Portuguese citizens/residents only may be

allowed to enter without one but will be tested on arrival at their own expense.

• If you are travelling to Madeira or Porto Santo, you will be subject to health screening on

arrival and 14-days’ mandatory quarantine in a hotel. If you are resident in Madeira or

Porto Santo and you can show evidence of a negative COVID-19 test, carried out 72 hours

prior to arrival, you will be allowed to quarantine in your own accommodation. A health

questionnaire should also be submitted ahead of arrival.

• Transit through Portugal is permitted for essential purposes only, such as to enable you to

reunite with your family, or for professional, educational, health or humanitarian reasons.

• Restrictions and measures are listed here - https://www.visitportugal.com/pt-

pt/content/covid-19-medidas-implementadas-em-portugal

https://www.visitportugal.com/pt-pt/content/covid-19-medidas-implementadas-em-portugal

https://www.visitportugal.com/pt-pt/content/covid-19-medidas-implementadas-em-portugal


Domestic

• The entire country has entered a State of Emergency until 14 October.

• You are not permitted to gather in groups of 10, though social distancing rules and mask

adornment must be observed.

• Public transport across the country is running at a reduced capacity.

Special Conditions

• Small shops, hairdressers, beauty salons, bookstores, and libraries initially reopened. This

was followed by the reopening of bars, cafes, restaurants, day care centres, museums,

palaces, national monuments, art galleries and high schools for senior students.

• Bars and clubs in the Lisbon Metropolitan area will only be able to remain open until 20:00

local time, and in the remainder of the country until 01:00 local time.

• Phase Three has seen cinemas, theatres, shopping malls and larger stores reopen.

• District level restrictions are being imposed in Lisbon; in these areas, the limit on

gatherings will be halved to just 10 people, and commercial spaces with the exception of

restaurants will close by 20:00 local time. Restaurants will no longer be allowed to serve

drinks after the 20:00. curfew, and drinking in public spaces outside of licensed esplanades

will also be prohibited.

Puerto Rico International

• Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport will be the only airport accepting commercial

flights until further notice.

• Officials are recommending that individuals only conduct essential travel to Puerto Rico at

this stage.

• All inbound passengers are required to complete a ‘Travel Declaration Form’ through the

health department’s online portal (https://app.travelsafe.pr.gov/).

• Travellers must wear face coverings, take a COVID-19 test 72 hours prior to arrival, and

submit the results to officials at the airport. If a traveller refuses to do so, tests positive for

the virus, or does not have their results available, that traveller will have to quarantine for

two weeks. Travellers must take the test and share results to lessen the time spent in

quarantine. Those in quarantine will be monitored using a system known as "Sara Alert".

The system will be random and target those who do not respond to tracking efforts.

• All ports are currently closed to cruise ships.

Domestic

• An island-wide curfew is in place until at least 2 October.

• Masks are required if travellers are outside or going into a business.

• Taxis are available between 05:00 and 22:00 local time, except for airport services.

• The Metropolitan Bus Authority and Tren Urbano subway system are not operating at this

stage.

Special Conditions

• Businesses must submit a COVID-19 Exposure Control Plan and self-certification to health

officials. They must submit a plan for reopening to the Department of Labour and receive

authorisation.

• Beaches and nature reserves have reopened, provided that visitors wear face masks, when not in water, and practice social distancing.

• Museums, malls, retailers, and restaurants are operating at 50 percent capacity, while theatres, casinos, gyms, and select pool facilities are open at 25 percent capacity.

https://app.travelsafe.pr.gov/


• Bars, cafes, nightclubs, attractions, and tours remain closed or suspended.

Qatar International

• International inbound flights are limited, although transit and cargo flights are exempt

from restrictions.

• Citizens and permanent residents are allowed to travel in and out of the country. The

Government Communications Office (GCO) stated thereafter that arrivals from low-risk

countries will be required to take a coronavirus test at the airport and will be required to

sign a formal pledge to adhere to quarantine at home for a week. After seven days, the

travellers will be required to undergo a second test and their quarantine period will end if

results come back negative. However, if the traveller tests positive, he or she will be

transferred to a government facility for isolation.

• The list of low-risk countries will be published on the Ministry of Public Health’s website

and will be reviewed every two weeks. Those from these low-risk countries who have

obtained COVID-free certificates from an accredited testing centre within 48 hours of

travelling will not have to take a test at the airport.

• All travellers flying out of Pakistan need to present a negative laboratory-issued COVID-19

test before they can board with Qatar Airways. Passengers ought to complete the

polymerase chain reaction (PCR) tests within 72 hours of their flight departure.

• A travel bubble with India remains in effect until at least 31 October.

Domestic

• It is also compulsory to have Qatar’s contact tracing app, Ehteraz, downloaded and

working on your smartphone whenever outside.

• Four people, including the driver, are allowed to be in the same vehicle. Exceptions for

more than four people are made for private vehicles with family members, while buses will

continue to operate at half capacity.

Special Conditions

• Qatar has begun a phased reopening with the resumption of departing flights and the

reopening of mosques and private health facilities.

• Phase Four (current) will allow public gatherings which include business exhibitions,

wedding parties, and theatres. In addition, flight schedules will expand and buses and

metro services are resuming. Theatres, cinemas, gyms, and salons are reopening.

Businesses and all employees can resume with strict health precautions. Gatherings are

permitted up to 15 people indoors and 30 people outdoors.

• It is mandatory to wear a face mask whenever you are outside unless you are alone whilst

driving a vehicle or under certain exercise conditions.

• Sport can now be practised anywhere, and not only near a person's residence, while taking

into account all physical distancing measures. Wearing a face mask while practicing sports

is also no longer required.

• Anyone violating social distancing measures could be fined or jailed.

Republic of

Congo

International

• Limited international flights have resumed.

• All inbound passengers are required to present a negative COVID-19 test result, no older

than 72 hours, upon entry. The testing is at the expense of the traveller.

• Cargo and other emergency flights are exempt from any restrictions.

• Land and maritime borders are closed, apart from cargo and other emergency services.


Domestic

• A state of health emergency is in effect until 17 October.

• Domestic flights and road travel are resuming.

• A curfew is in place between 22:00 until 05:00 local time. In Brazzaville and Pointe-Noire,

curfew hours are extended between 20:00 and 05:00 local time.

• People must stay at home unless it is an emergency during the curfew.

Special Conditions

• Most social gatherings and public events are banned.

• Most non-essential businesses are closed.

• Gatherings of more than 50 people are prohibited.

• It is compulsory to wear a face mask across the country when in public spaces.

• Schools and universities are allowed reportedly closed.

Réunion International

• The commercial air link between Mayotte and Reunion is re-established.

• Travel is understood to be permitted with European Union member countries and other

destinations such as Australia, Canada, Japan, South Korea, New Zealand, Thailand, and

the UK.

• Travellers are required to undergo a COVID-19 test 72 hours before travelling and bring a

sworn statement regarding their health. For those unable to present a negative test result

upon arrival, entry may be refused.

• Travellers are subject to a 7-day quarantine upon arrival.

Domestic

• The state of emergency has been lifted. However, the prefecture has since been reclassified as a Red zone due to increasing cases. This affords officials greater powers to implement restrictions.

• Measures include an extension to bans on gatherings of more than 10 people, team sports

and greater enforcement within public settings. Restrictions on alcohol sales also exist.

• Gatherings of more than 30 people prohibited within establishments open to the public.

Special Conditions

• Face masks are mandatory the majority of public spaces; check specific areas with the

prefecture.

Romania International

• International passenger restrictions still largely apply; however, there are exemptions for

EU nations.

• Travellers arriving from European Economic Area countries that have COVID-19 per capita

growth rates less than or equal to Romania will be exempt from 14-day isolation. Visitors

from countries with higher per capita rates of the infection are advised to self-isolate or

quarantine for 14 days.

• The updated green list can be found here -

https://stirioficiale.ro/storage/Anexa%20nr.1%20la%20HCNSU%20nr.%2034.pdf

• International rail travel is allowed to operate between Romania and Bulgaria, Hungary, and

a direct train to Vienna, Austria.

• The European Union, including Romania, are gradually lifting restrictions on inbound non-

essential travel from Algeria, Australia, Canada, Georgia, Japan, Montenegro, Morocco,

https://stirioficiale.ro/storage/Anexa%20nr.1%20la%20HCNSU%20nr.%2034.pdf


New Zealand, Rwanda, Serbia, South Korea, Thailand, Tunisia, and Uruguay. China has

been listed, but is 'subject to confirmation of reciprocity'. This list will be reassessed every

two weeks.

• National carrier, Tarom, is operating with reduced capacity.

Domestic

• The State of Alert has been extended until 15 October.

• Relaxed measures regarding social gatherings, cultural events, and sports activities have

taken effect.

• The government has eliminated restrictions on intra-country travel.

• New legislation has come into effect preventing coronavirus patients from leaving

hospitals, after a large number have been reportedly discharging themselves.

• Romania's government has approved a decree empowering the local authorities to enforce

additional restrictions.

• The local authorities will be able to make face masks mandatory in crowded outdoor

places and to shorten working hours for bars and restaurants.

• Initially, only two counties - Arges and Dambovita - have announced that they will enforce

additional restrictions.

Special Conditions

• While permission is no longer necessary for leaving residences, and hotels, some shops,

museums, and restaurants have reopened. Opening hours of outdoor restaurants are

extended until midnight

• Up to 100 people can attend public events.

• Most businesses have been allowed to reopen, but must follow hygiene and social

distancing measures.

• Persons are required to wear face masks in public spaces, stores, and on public transport.


Russia International

• It is possible to fly from Russia to Zanzibar (Tanzania), London (the UK), Ankara, Antalya,

Bodrum, Dalaman, and Istanbul (Turkey). Currently, foreign flights are possible only from

the airports of Moscow, St. Petersburg, and Rostov-on-Don.

• Additional flight corridors are possible with neighbouring Belarus, Kazakhstan, and

Kyrgyzstan. Flights have also resumed to South Korea.

• Flights will be permitted to a specific list of countries where cases of the coronavirus do

not exceed 40 per 100,000 people, where the average daily increase in new cases is no

higher than 1%, and where both countries agree to resume air connections.

• Anyone arriving in the country will need to present negative coronavirus test results taken

within the previous 72 hours to be allowed entry, without quarantine.

• Russia has partially reopened its borders, allowing citizens to leave the country for the

purposes of work, education, medical treatment, or caring for relatives.

• The border with South Ossetia is open.

• Foreign nationals will also be allowed entry into Russia to seek medical treatment, or in

order to care for close family members.

• Russia is expanding COVID-19 express tests to its major air hubs.

• International flights have also resumed with Egypt, the United Arab Emirates, and the

Maldives. Officials have authorised three flights a week to Cairo, as well as two flights a

week to Dubai and two to Velana International Airport.


Domestic

• Russia has lifted most lockdown restrictions in the majority of the country’s regions.

• Regional governors retain the ability to vary the easing by type and timescale, subject to

the prevailing pandemic conditions.

Special Conditions

• Wearing masks is no longer required outdoors in Moscow. The city is offering free coronavirus testing for all residents. All riverside beaches in Moscow are closed.

• Foreign students who are already in Russia can start studying in universities without any restrictions.

• The Russian government has also lifted entry restrictions for foreign coaches and athletes.

Rwanda International

• Airports are open to commercial flights.

• All airport operations will reportedly implement guidelines intended to maintain the

health and safety of passengers and reduce the spread of COVID-19.

• Passengers will be required to prove a negative COVID-19 test result produced no longer

than 120 hours prior to arrival.

• Following a negative COVID-19 test (as outlined above), all arriving passengers must then

enter quarantine at a designated hotel and test negative for COVID-19 within 24 hours of

entry to Rwanda.

• Chartered flights have been allowed to resume in order to encourage the tourism sector's

recovery.

• Screening procedures are in place for coronavirus (and Ebola) at all entry points.

• Land borders are expected to remain closed except for cargo and goods delivery.

Domestic

• A curfew is in place from 21:00-05:00 local time daily.

• Restrictions have been tightened for Kigali and Rusizi, with transit banned to and from the

areas.

• In Kigali, public transportation is not permitted to operate into and out of the city. Shops

and several non-essential businesses are open by at 50% capacity.

• Citizens are advised not to leave their homes other than for essential purposes.

Special Conditions


• Essential personnel from public and private sectors can resume work but must follow

health guidelines.

• Hotels and restaurants are operating.

• All bars, schools, universities, and places of worship are closed.

• Large gatherings are not permitted.

Saint

Barthélemy

International

• Travelers from the USA and EU are welcome to enter Saint Barthélemy in accordance with

testing requirements.

• Visitors (age 11+) are required to show a negative RT-PCR Covid-19 test where the date the

test was administered is within 72 hours of their arrival. Visitors (age 11+) staying longer

than 7 days will be required to take an additional RT-PCR Covid-19 test in Saint

Barthélemy, at their own expense (€135), on the 8th day following their arrival. (i.e. if you


arrived in Saint Barthélemy on Sunday, you will need to test locally on the following

Monday). If a visitor tests positive, they will be required to self-quarantine for 14 days or

until they re-test negative. If a visitor is unable to remain in their rented accommodations

for the required period of time, they may quarantine at a designated lodging facility, which

is located in St. Jean.

Domestic

• Saint-Martin and Saint-Barthélemy are declared as active circulation zones meaning

renewed restrictions are being introduced on a local level including strengthening of

health measures such as the wearing of face masks and closing hospitality venues as part

of a night curfew.

• To travel within or to transit through French Overseas Territories, you should complete an

Attestation de déplacement dérogatoire to certify your reason for travel. You can carry a

physical copy or an electronic version of this “attestation” (declaration). This declaration

should be completed before starting your journey. For French Overseas Territories, this

declaration does not replace the requirement for a travel certificate, detailed above.

• Wearing a mask is compulsory in public transport.

Special Conditions

• Saint Barthélemy is currently in Phase 2 of their reopening plan. Full details (in French) can

be found here http://www.saint-barth-saint-martin.gouv.fr/Actualites/LA-

UNE/Actualites/Strategie-locale-de-deconfinement




• Schools are open.

• Religious ceremonies resumed under certain conditions.

• Face masks are compulsory in public indoor spaces for people aged 11 years and older.

Saint Helena International

• Travel restrictions are in place to limit entry into Saint Helena to only citizens, residents,

long-term permit holders, and those exempt from immigration control.

• All new arrivals to Saint Helena will be subject to a compulsory quarantine for 14 days.

• Travellers from a UK designated Cat 1 location could be subject to a medical assessment

on arrival and, if thought necessary by the medical professionals, may result in self-

isolation for 14 days on the Island.

• Titan Airways has been commissioned to undertake four flights between the United Kingdom (UK) and St Helena.

Domestic

• Anyone arriving from UK designated Category 1 or 2 countries who within 14 days develop

symptoms of cough, fever or shortness of breath should immediately: Stay indoors and

avoid contact with other people as you would with the flu /call the Hospital to inform

them of your symptoms and recent travel to the country.

• Cruise ships are currently not permitted to the island.

Special Conditions

• Bars and restaurants are open, but officials are discouraging any large groups.

• All British nationals are now required to apply for a visa to enter and transit South Africa.

http://www.saint-barth-saint-martin.gouv.fr/Actualites/LA-UNE/Actualites/Strategie-locale-de-deconfinement

http://www.saint-barth-saint-martin.gouv.fr/Actualites/LA-UNE/Actualites/Strategie-locale-de-deconfinement


Saint Kitts and

Nevis

International

• Currently, the borders of Saint Kitts and Nevis are closed to all arriving passengers. Borders

are not expected to reopen before October.

• Access is not available either through the seaport or the airport either to nationals, residents, or non-nationals.


Domestic

• A daily curfew has been lifted.

Special Conditions

• Businesses may open normally, but must practise social and physical distancing protocols.

• It is mandatory to wear face masks in public.

• Schools and places of entertainment remain closed.

• Restaurants are open for take-away and delivery sales only and the sale of liquor is

banned.

• Beaches may be accessed for the purposes of swimming and exercise only, with no picnics

or beach parties allowed.

• Churches are open subject to social distancing.

• Sporting and recreational activities are allowed under strict measures.

Saint Lucia International

• All travellers must complete a Pre-Arrival registration form prior to arrival. Visitors must fill

out details including proof of negative PCR testing and indicate which COVID-19 certified

accommodation they will be staying in.

• Pre-testing prior to travel is now mandatory. Visitors must provide certified proof of a negative PCR (Polymerized Chain Reaction) COVID-19 test taken seven days or less before travel, unless they are arriving from countries in the Travel Bubble designated by the Government of St Lucia (see below). Passengers will be refused boarding if they do not have proof of a negative test.

• A rapid test will not be accepted upon arrival.


• All incoming passengers, except those from the Travel Bubble, are required to quarantine

for 14 days at a pre-approved home, accommodation, or centre.

• All arriving passengers will undergo a health screening at the airport.

• Any symptomatic passengers will be isolated and tested. All visitors will be required to

remain in quarantine/isolation until the test result is obtained. If the test is positive all


visitors and nationals will be transferred to a treatment facility until they receive two

negative test results and are clinically stable.

• Pre-Arrival Travel Registration Form - https://www.stlucia.org/en_UK/covid-19/

• The official port of entry at Marigot Bay Marina has re-opened.

Domestic

• A state of emergency is in effect until 30 September.

• A nightly curfew has been lifted.

Special Conditions

• Face masks are required to be worn in public spaces.

• Businesses, including restaurants and bars, are permitted to recommence operations while

adhering to COVID19 related protocols issues by the Ministry of Health.

• Educational institutions remain closed

• Some social activities with the established physical distancing and public health protocols.

• There are restrictions to the numbers allowed in stores, so queues are possible.

• Medical facilities will remain open.

• Sporting events will resume with a 200-person spectator limit. • Visitors are now permitted to stay in up to two COVID-certified properties for the duration

of their stay.

Saint Martin International

• International travel restrictions apply.

• Only residents and citizens are allowed entry.

• To enter the French Overseas Territories, you will need to complete a travel certificate.

There are different certificates for travel from mainland France to French overseas

territories or international travel from abroad to French overseas territories.

• Make sure you complete the travel certificate before you travel, so you can show it to

French border authorities on entry and, where appropriate, travel companies prior to

boarding. You must carry a physical copy of the declaration; electronic versions will not be

accepted. You can produce a handwritten copy of the text if you do not have access to a

printed form.

• Travellers who are permitted entry and provide proof of a negative COVID-19 test from

within 72 hours of their flight will be eligible for an accelerated health screening upon

entry and subject to a shortened 7-day quarantine order.

• Those who do not provide a COVID-19 test result will be subject to a 14-day quarantine.

Domestic

• Saint-Martin and Saint-Barthélemy are declared as active circulation zones meaning

renewed restrictions are being introduced on a local level including strengthening of

health measures such as the wearing of face masks and closing hospitality venues as part

of a night curfew.

• Travel restrictions are being re-imposed between the Saint Martin and Sint Maarten

border due to a recent increase in COVID-19 cases.

• Checkpoints have been established at the Bellevue and Belle Plaine crossings. The Cupecoy

and Oyster Pond border crossings are closed until further notice.

• Travellers with valid professional or medical reasons will be exempt from the border

restrictions.

https://www.stlucia.org/en_UK/covid-19/


• Anyone travelling from mainland France, the Schengen Zone, or a designated ‘safe’

country will be able to cross the border by presenting their plane ticket, a negative PCR

test result not older than 72 hours, and the required travel certificate.

• To travel within or to transit through French Overseas Territories, you should complete an

Attestation de déplacement dérogatoire to certify your reason for travel. You can carry a

physical copy or an electronic version of this “attestation” (declaration). This declaration

should be completed before starting your journey. For French Overseas Territories, this

declaration does not replace the requirement for a travel certificate, detailed above.

• Wearing a mask is compulsory in public transport.

Special Conditions




• All schools have reopened.

• Religious ceremonies can resume under certain conditions.

• Gatherings of more than 10 people are not permitted.

• Face masks are compulsory for people aged 11 and older in all indoor public spaces.

Saint Pierre

and Miquelon

International

• International travel is significantly reduced.

• Travellers aged eleven or more, bound for Saint-Pierre and Miquelon must justify a

negative PCR test carried out within 72 hours before boarding.

• The passenger must also present a sworn statement stating that he has no symptoms and

that they are not aware of having been in contact with a confirmed case of covid-19 in the

fourteen days preceding the flight.

• Note that on planes, passengers must protect themselves with a disposable surgical mask.

• Passengers are no longer subject to a quarantine measure upon arrival in Saint-Pierre and

Miquelon. The prefecture strongly recommends that those concerned respect a self-

containment period of seven days. At the end, travellers will benefit from a new PCR test.

Domestic

• The State of emergency has ended.

• Restrictions have largely been lifted.

• Wearing a mask remains compulsory for anyone eleven years of age or older in all public

transport: airplanes, passenger ships, buses, or taxis. Access to these means of transport

must be refused to any person who does not comply with this obligation.

• The prefecture and the territorial health administration recall the importance of barrier

gestures, of physical distancing and recommend the wearing of masks in spaces that bring

together the public (supermarket, shops, but also festive gatherings).

Special Conditions

N/A

Saint Vincent

and the

Grenadines

International

• Saint Vincent and the Grenadines’ (SVG) borders are open, albeit with controls in place for

new arrivals.

• Entry requirements into St Vincent and the Grenadines vary depending upon country of

origin.


• All passengers must complete a Port Health Form.

• SVG is currently in Phase Two of travel reopening.

• A CARICOM bubble has been agreed. Antigua and Barbuda, Barbados, Dominica, Grenada,

Montserrat, St Kitts and Nevis, St Lucia and St Vincent and the Grenadines will be in the

bubble as they presently meet the criteria. It said that the level of risk would be

determined by the number of positive cases per 100,000 of the population within a 14-day

period. Only those countries with no cases and those in the low-risk category would be

allowed to participate in the bubble. Countries within the bubble would be allowed entry

without being subjected to PCR testing prior to arrival and would also not have to undergo

quarantine restrictions. Travellers may, however, be subjected to screening on arrival.

• Travellers from the USA must arrive with a negative COVID-19 test result not older than

seven days, be tested upon arrival, and show proof of a paid hotel reservation. They are

also required to isolate in an approved hotel for five days, and be re-tested for release,

before completing the remainder of the quarantine period at a residence or alternative

accommodation.

• Travellers from all other countries must provide a negative COVID-19 test result not older

than five days and be re-tested upon arrival.

• Travellers must also mandatorily quarantine for 48 to 72 hours at home (or at a government-approved hotel) to await clearance.

• Travellers may continue to quarantine 9 to 16 monitored days in an approved home /

hotel / vessel at the discretion of the Port Health Office.

• If a passenger arrives without a negative test result, all travellers on the flight are subject

to a new PCR test and quarantine to await the results.

• Some commercial flights have now commenced or resumed service from Argyle

International Airport.

• Other airlines, including Air Canada and British Airways, are scheduling a resumption to

services. Caribbean Airlines may also resume limited services.

• Latest protocols can be found here - http://health.gov.vc/health/index.php/covid-19-

protocols-documents?fbclid=IwAR17F8szBN_xBI0-rwiJpE7qKD0YX-

1LxoFAqlpmaLgeMzSlE_EfCGKQfwk

Domestic

N/A

Special Conditions

• Social distancing measures are in effect.

• Main supermarkets have capacity limitations.

• Several hotels are opening alongside the islands permitting tourism.

Samoa International

• International flights to and from the country are suspended until further notice, although

cargo flights are exempt.

• The border is shut except for returning Samoan citizens and residents. Options are severely

limited.

• Those allowed to return must show that a COVID-19 test has been done within five days

before departure.

• They will then be subjected to a further 14-day quarantine upon arrival in Samoa; except

for those from American Samoa.

http://health.gov.vc/health/index.php/covid-19-protocols-documents?fbclid=IwAR17F8szBN_xBI0-rwiJpE7qKD0YX-1LxoFAqlpmaLgeMzSlE_EfCGKQfwk




• Samoa Shipping Corporation has announced that sailings between Samoa and American

Samoa has resumed, for the transport of cargo only.

Domestic

• A state of emergency is in effect until at least 26 October.

• Restrictions on inter-island travel are in effect. Flights between the islands of Savai'i and

Upolu will be permitted; however, these flights will be for medical emergencies only. The

government has upheld the ban on Sunday ferry services between Savai'i and Upolu.

• Bus and ferry services have resumed providing the vehicles are operating at limited

capacity, except on Sundays.

Special Conditions

• Public gatherings are limited and no more than 100 people are permitted at churches or

funerals.

• Church services, village gatherings, and some sports activities have resumed.

• Markets and some street vendors have reopened. Restaurants and entertainment venues

are opening with capacity limits.

• Weddings are allowed in hotels, but the guest list is limited to 50.

• Certain street vendors can now operate again.

• Gatherings and public activities are not permitted on Sundays.

• People are being advised to practise social distancing.

San Marino International

• Travel between Italy and the Republic of San Marino and neighbouring regions is allowed.

• Restrictive measures remain in effect for foreign travellers.

• Travellers from the EU, Schengen Area, UK and Northern Ireland, Andorra, Monaco, and

the Vatican City are permitted to enter. Follow Italian restriction updates for additional

details.

Domestic

• The easing of some domestic restrictions is in effect.

Special Conditions

• Face masks are advised when out in public.

• Social distancing measures are also encouraged.

Sao Tome and

Principe

International

• Airspace has reopened, with the authorisation for landing and escorting commercial flights from all countries and the resumption of connections by plane and boat between the two islands of the archipelago, complying with the country's sanitary rules.

• Inbound travellers must present a negative PCR test result (not older than 72 hours) on

arrival.

• Passengers arriving without the test result or showing COVID-19 symptoms will be subject

to a test at the port of entry and a 14-day quarantine period.

Domestic

• A state of calamity is declared through until at least 30 September.

• A mandatory curfew is understood to be lifted.

• Air and sea movements are restricted between the islands of São Tomé and Principe.


Special Conditions

• Municipal markets can now open 05:00-17:00 local time.

• Hotels and restaurants can operate normal business hours.

• Protective masks are still required in public places and on public roads, as well as physical

and social distance.

• Discotheques are still closed and activities that involve large crowds, such as religious

parties and the performance of musical groups, are prohibited.

Saudi Arabia International

• Saudi Arabia has suspended all international passenger flights. This includes prohibiting

international flights in Saudi airspace.

• Concerning international passenger flights, citizens and residents are able to travel under

'exceptional categories'. The country will lift all travel restrictions implemented to curb the

spread of COVID-19 from 1 January 2021.

• Borders are closed to everyone but Saudi Arabian citizens. Non-Saudi family members and domestic employees are also being permitted to return. Prior-approval for entry is required.

• Select non-nationals may be permitted entry with a valid exit or re-entry visas, work visas,

residency permits, or visit visas.

• All travellers arriving in Saudi Arabia are required to submit proof of a negative PCR test

not older than 48 hours, undergo a temperature screening, and quarantine for 14 days. A

second COVID-19 test may be required upon arrival.

• Saudi Arabia’s land borders with the UAE, Kuwait and Bahrain will reopen, it is unclear

whether quarantine measures are required for these travellers.

• Commercial trucks carrying goods for the Kingdom will also be allowed to enter through

land ports from Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) states.

Domestic

• A nationwide curfew has been lifted.


• Latest information can be found here - https://www.visitsaudi.com/en/covid-19-

information-page

Special Conditions

• Restrictions are ongoing for religious pilgrimages, international travel, and social

gatherings of more than 50 people.

• Face masks are required in public spaces.

• Financial support packages for workers have been extended.

Senegal International

• The country's airspace has been re-opened for all flights; however, operations are largely

limited to only returning citizens and residents.

• New safety measures have been implemented, including physical distancing and utilising

face masks when travelling.

• To enter Senegal, you must provide a negative test dated no more than 7 days earlier,

issued in the country where you started your trip and authorised by that country or a

recognised health organisation. If this is not possible, you will need to declare that you

have no symptoms and accept having a test done on arrival, if deemed necessary. This

would be at your cost. If you have symptoms of COVID-19 or test positive, you will be

taken into Senegalese health care.

https://www.visitsaudi.com/en/covid-19-information-page

https://www.visitsaudi.com/en/covid-19-information-page


• All travellers are subject to a 14-day quarantine period upon arrival.

• Travellers from the European Union (EU) are being prohibited from entering the country.

• The government of Senegal has said airlines are not allowed to carry foreign nationals

from countries who have put in place travel restrictions for Senegal unless they are

ordinarily resident in Senegal, diplomats, military, health professionals and other specific

professional categories. Senegalese authorities have confirmed that British nationals are

not subject to these entry restrictions.

• Despite this, some airlines are only allowing foreign nationals with proof of residency in

Senegal to travel. It is important to note that some airlines only accept a full residency

card, and not a ‘récépissé’, although the government of Senegal have confirmed that a

‘récépissé’ is proof of residency. You should check with your airline before travelling.

• Land borders are closed; with some exceptions, including the movement of security force

personnel, or the movement of goods vehicles in the case of Guinea and Mali.

Domestic

• Authorities did not impose a total lockdown and movement between cities has resumed.


• Face masks and social distancing are required on public transportation.

Special Conditions

• Wearing a mask is mandatory in all public places, businesses, taxis, markets, supermarkets,

and office buildings.

• Gatherings are prohibited in public spaces, including beaches, sports fields, and theatres.

• Universities have reopened with safety rules in place.

Serbia International

• Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport has resumed operations.

• International passenger flights have resumed at BKPR/Pristina Airport.

• Non-essential travel restrictions from Serbia to the European Union have been

reintroduced, due to infection numbers.

• Restrictions at borders crossings are in place with Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina,

Montenegro, and North Macedonia.

• The Serbian Government requires all Serbian citizens, as well as foreigners resident in

Serbia to undergo a self-assessment test at e-zdravlje.gov.rs the day they return to Serbia.

Repeated again after ten days.

• There is no quarantine requirement for entering Kosovo.

• Travellers from Bulgaria, Romania, North Macedonia, and Croatia are required to present a

negative COVID-19 test.

• Air Serbia is adjusting its route network with the suspension of a number of routes for

2020 due to low demand and travel restrictions resulting from the coronavirus pandemic.

The airline announced the suspension of flights to Madrid, Kiev and Nice until next year.

Air Serbia continues to fly to Zagreb, Dubrovnik and Split in Croatia and intends on

resuming operations to Moscow and Krasnodar in Russia.

Domestic

• Belgrade has declared a state of emergency due to the rise in cases and has re-imposed

several restrictions. Operating hours for some businesses have been shortened.


• In Belgrade, where an emergency situation has been declared, businesses including bars

and restaurants are not allowed to operate between 23:00 and 06:00. Those with outdoor

spaces may stay open until 01:00.

• A curfew order has been reintroduced in the cities of Pristina, Ferizaj, Prizren, and Vushtrri

of Kosovo between 21:00 and 05:00 local time.

• Officials in Kosovo have also announced that a daily curfew has been imposed on Gjilan,

South Mitrovica, Fushe Kosove, and Strpce, 21:00 to 05:00. Face masks and physical

distancing measures of two metres in public places has also been instated. Furthermore,

citizens arriving from North Macedonia, Montenegro and Bosnia and Herzegovina will

require proof of a negative coronavirus test result, no older than 72 hours. Citizens of

these three countries who also have citizenship with Kosovo are exempt from providing a

negative test result. Additionally, Kosovo is suspending operations of all kindergartens,

recreational, cultural and sports activities. Religious ceremonies are also prohibited, as

well as any gathering of more than five people in public spaces.

Special Conditions

• Face masks are mandatory in public and on public transportation, particularly in Belgrade,

Novi Pazar, Kragujevac, and Vranje. Fines will be issued for those not adhering to the

rules.

• Outdoor and indoor gatherings are limited to 10 people.

• Most businesses, shops, parks, and public places have reopened, but must follow strict

social distancing measures.

• Schools and universities remain closed until further notice.

Seychelles International

• Seychelles International Airport has reopened. Borders will remain largely closed to

countries which still count active cases of the virus.

• Visitors coming from low risk countries must have a negative COVID-19 PCR certificate

from an authorised laboratory dating no more than 72 hours before travel. In the event

that a PCR test is not available, a Rapid Antigen test will be required.

• For visitors coming from medium risk countries, they will require a negative PCR certificate

no more than 72 hours before travel.

• Visitors coming from high-risk countries will not be authorized to enter Seychelles.

• A list of low, medium, and high risk countries can be found here:

http://tourism.gov.sc/covid-19-guidelines/

• All negative test result certificates, flights, and accommodation details must be sent to the

Public Health Authority on the following email address: - [email protected]. If visitors

fail to submit the required information, they will be subjected to a PCR or Rapid Antigen

test upon arrival.

• Upon check in, all travellers coming to Seychelles must submit the approved test results to

their respective airline companies for verification. Visitors must comply with all airline

protocols upon embarkation.

• Visitors must ensure that accommodation bookings are made only at licensed

accommodation establishments or liveaboards that have been certified by the Public

Health Authority. All booking vouchers reflecting the entire duration of their stay in

Seychelles must be presented at the immigration counter for verification. If upon arrival

visitors have not booked in certified establishment, they will be directed to another

establishment that has been certified.

http://tourism.gov.sc/covid-19-guidelines/


• Visitors must ensure that they have a valid travel insurance with full medical coverage for

the duration of their entire stay in Seychelles.

• Marine vessels are not permitted to enter or transit the Seychelles without official

permission.

• Visitors travelling on private jets and chartered flights who are going to remote island

resorts will be allowed. They must also be required to test for COVID-19 48 hours before

arrival and present proof of lodging arrangements.

Domestic

• Restrictions on the movement of people are no longer in effect.

Special Conditions

• Restaurants and shops are open again but must abide by health guidelines.

• Indoor seated shows, conferences, meetings, bars, casinos, sports competitions with no

spectators, gyms, cinemas, and beach activities are allowed to operate.

• People are prohibited from gathering in groups of more than four until further notice.

• Authorities are encouraging citizens to maintain social distancing measures and remain

vigilant.

• Restrictions are enforceable by law and can change at short notice.

Sierra Leone International

• Commercial international flights to Sierra Leone have resumed. • The Government of Sierra Leone has announced new COVID-19 arrival and departure

protocols for anyone wishing to travel to and from Sierra Leone. If you intend to travel to Sierra Leone, you must obtain authorisation from the Government of Sierra Leone through the portal www.travel.gov.sl before you travel.

• To get authorisation you must have the following: Proof of a negative PCR COVID-19 test issued no later than 72 hours before departure; a pre-departure public health passenger locator form; and proof of payment for on arrival COVID-19 tests paid for through the portal.

• On arrival at Freetown Lungi International airport, all passengers are required to have both a COVID-19 PCR and RDT test. If you test negative for the RDT test, you’ll be allowed to leave the airport and to travel to your final destination, where you must observe public health protocols while you wait for the result of your PCR test (which is expected to take no more than 48 hours).

• If you test positive for the RDT test, you will be required to isolate at a hotel in Lungi at your own expense while you wait for the result of your PCR test. The PCR result supersedes the RDT result. If you test positive for the PCR test result, you will be contacted by Sierra Leonean health authorities and taken to a state treatment centre. Passengers sitting in close proximity to a positive case on the flight will be treated as a primary contact and be required to self-isolate until you return a negative PCR COVID-19 test.

• Social distancing and the use of facemasks is mandatory at Freetown Lungi International airport.

• Before departure from Sierra Leone, you will need to pay for and get a negative PCR COVID-19 test within 72 hours of your departure through the portal: www.travel.gov.sl. Certificates confirming the test result will be emailed to you and copies made available for you to collect in person at the airport. You will need to provide this certificate confirming your test result at check-in. If you test positive, you will not be allowed to travel and you will need to follow public health protocols for isolation and contact tracing.

• You are exempt from the COVID-19 test on departure if you arrived in Sierra Leone fewer than 5 days before departing. Children under two years of age are also exempt.


• If you think you have COVID-19 symptoms you should call the Government of Sierra Leone

emergency line on 117. Treatment for coronavirus cases is carried out at Government of

Sierra Leone facilities.

Domestic

• Curfew hours are in place from 23:00 to 05:00 local time.

• Inter-district restrictions are lifted; persons in vehicles must wear face masks.

Special Conditions

• Individuals must wear masks in public places.

• Schools and universities are closed and large public gatherings of over 100 people, such as

concerts, religious ceremonies, and sporting events, are prohibited.

• All mosques, churches, and other places of worship are open.

Singapore International

• Singapore has barred entry to short-term travellers from all countries until further notice;

this includes using the country as a transit point.

• Singapore is reducing the duration of the SHN from 14 days to 7 days for travellers from

“low-risk countries/regions”. This includes Australia (excluding Victoria State), Macao,

mainland China, Taiwan, Vietnam, and Malaysia. Travellers from the low-risk countries or

regions will be allowed to serve their SHN at their place of residence, and undergo a Covid-

19 test at the end of their SHN. Travellers from all other countries and regions will still

have to serve their 14-day SHN at dedicated SHN facilities, and also get tested for the

coronavirus before the end of the SHN.

• All returning citizens and residents must adhere to a self-isolation period.

• For travellers permitted entry in Singapore, who have visited or transited through

Australia’s Victoria State, Hong Kong, or Japan within the past 14 days, are required to

serve the mandatory 14-day quarantine period at a dedicated facility. These individuals are

required to undergo and submit a negative COVID-19 test result before leaving.

• If you need to visit Singapore in extenuating circumstances, you should make a request to

the Singapore government’s Immigration and Checkpoints Authority.

• Singapore and Malaysia have agreed to start cross-border travel for long-term pass holders

and essential business and official travellers. Those eligible will have to abide by measures,

including taking COVID-19 swab tests and submitting their itineraries.

• Electronic monitoring devices will be given to incoming travellers, including citizens and

residents from a select group of countries who will be allowed to isolate at their home

rather than at a facility. Those aged 12 and below will not have to wear the devices.

• Singapore Airlines (SIA) and Silkair are operating on a limited basis. Destinations served

include: South East Asia, North Asia, South West Pacific, Europe, and the US, a full list can

be found here - https://www.singaporeair.com/en_UK/sg/media-centre/news-alert/

• Japan and Singapore agreed to ease travel restrictions from September, targeting

businesspeople and expatriates. The eligible business travellers will be exempt from a 14-

day self-quarantine period after arriving in Japan, or Singapore, provided they submit an

itinerary of their stay, limit their travel to between where they are staying and the

workplace, and do not use public transportation. Expatriates and other long-term

residents must undergo a 14-day quarantine. Travellers entering Japan under both

categories will be required to install a COVID-19 contact tracing application.

• Travellers entering Singapore who have remained in either New Zealand or Brunei in the last 14 days prior to their entry are not required to complete a 14-day quarantine period

https://www.singaporeair.com/en_UK/sg/media-centre/news-alert/


known as a Stay-Home Notice (SHN). However, they do have to undergo a Covid-19 test when they arrive in Singapore.

• A new pilot scheme for regular business travel has been launched. This includes a new travel pass for senior executives in the city-state who need to travel regularly for business. The number of passes will be limited initially, and travellers must adhere to their declared itinerary. Additionally, upon return, pass holders must self-isolate while awaiting results of a COVID-19 swab test, instead of undergoing the mandatory 14-day quarantine at home or at a hotel.

Domestic

• Officials have announced a phased reopening plan to ease measures.

• The city state is in Phase Two with small gatherings permitted, as well as more non-

essential businesses and outdoor facilities reopen.

• Phase Three will see a further easing on social, cultural, religious, and business gatherings;

however, sizes will remain limited.

Special Conditions

• Face masks are compulsory everywhere outside one’s place of residence.

• A distance of one metre should be maintained between people, except when this is not

possible due to space constraints e.g. in a lift or on public transport. Speaking is prohibited

on public transport.

Sint Maarten International

• Select international passenger flights are operating.

• Flights are gradually resuming with the Europe and Canada.

• Some services are also operating with Aruba, Bonaire, Curacao, Saba, St. Eustatius,

Anguilla, St. Barths, Martinique, Guadeloupe, St. Kitts and Nevis, Antigua and Barbuda,

Dominica, and the British Virgin Islands, but restrictions may vary to these destinations.

Passengers who can show they have remained in these locations for at least 21 days prior

to arrival in Sint Maarten may not be required to undergo a quarantine period.

• Authorities have announced that flights to and from the United States are now permitted.

U.S. travellers will not be permitted to cross the border into the French side of Saint

Martin.

• The French side of the island has closed its borders with the Dutch side.

• Several restrictions remain in place for inbound travel.

• Health screenings will take place.

• A negative COVID-19 test result is required 72-hours prior to travel. Additionally, a health

declaration form must be completed - https://stmaartenentry.com/

• Passengers are asked to carry hand sanitizer on their person and wear face masks in

transit.

• Departure flights are being allowed to operate, but availability may be limited.

• Government measures and information can be found here -

http://www.sintmaartengov.org/government/VSA/Health-

Updates/NOVELCORONAVIRUS/Pages/default.aspx

Domestic

• Nationwide shelter in place and curfew orders have been lifted.

• Travel restrictions are being re-imposed between the Saint Martin and Sint Maarten

border due to a recent increase in COVID-19 cases.

• Checkpoints have been established at the Bellevue and Belle Plaine crossings. The Cupecoy

and Oyster Pond border crossings are closed until further notice.

https://stmaartenentry.com/

http://www.sintmaartengov.org/government/VSA/Health-Updates/NOVELCORONAVIRUS/Pages/default.aspx

http://www.sintmaartengov.org/government/VSA/Health-Updates/NOVELCORONAVIRUS/Pages/default.aspx


• Travellers with valid professional or medical reasons will be exempt from the border

restrictions.

• Anyone travelling from mainland France, the Schengen Zone, or a designated ‘safe’

country will be able to cross the border by presenting their plane ticket, a negative PCR

test result not older than 72 hours, and a required travel certificate.

Special Conditions

• Non-essential businesses and schools are open.

• Social activities are permitted.

• Face masks are required, and social distancing should be followed in public.

Slovakia International

• Some flights are operating, and transit is permitted with proof of onward travel.

• Slovakia is operating a safe list approach to entry. Passengers arriving from ‘Red’ listed

countries must self-isolate at a personal residence until a negative COVID-19 test result is

received. The list is distributed by the Public Health Authority.

• A compulsory quarantine upon arrival from abroad will be dropped for countries on the

‘safe’ list.

• British nationals can also enter Slovakia without going to state quarantine on arrival or

needing to self-isolate on return.

• Slovak citizens returning from countries outside the ‘safe’ list should self-quarantine and

take a COVID-19 test.

• The majority of whom are required to attend a state-run facility, which involves testing,

and could be extended if tested positive.

• Any other travellers must self-isolate on arrival and register with your regional Public

Health Authority office, who will contact you after at least 5 days to arrange a RT-PCR test

for COVID-19. If you are self-isolating at a private residence, anyone living in the same

household must also self-isolate. After you receive a negative test result, you may end

your self-isolation.

• You may transit Slovakia in order to return to your country of residence without the need

for self-isolation, testing or permission from the Slovak authorities but you must complete

your transit within eight hours.

Domestic

• A colour coded COVID-19 designation system is in place to determine local measures. Red

districts include whole of Bratislava, Dolný Kubín, Komárno, Michalovce, Námestovo, Nitra,

Senec, Skalica, Snina, Sobrance, Stará Ľubovňa, Trenčín, Trnava, Tvrdošín and Veľký Krtíš.

• Social distancing measures have started to ease at sports centres and restaurants

• Taxis and some public transport operating.

• A state of emergency has been lifted.

Special Conditions

• Wearing face masks in public is no longer a requirement.

• Gatherings of up to 500 people are permitted indoors, while 1,000 people are now

permitted outdoors.

• Shopping malls, theatres and cinemas have reopened, under strict hygiene measures.

Slovenia International


• The Slovenian authorities extended a 10-day quarantine to anyone of any nationality

arriving in Slovenia from countries listed on the National Institute for Public Health “red

list”. A full list of the countries on the “red list” can be found here:

https://www.gov.si/en/topics/coronavirus-disease-covid-19/border-crossing/

• Commercial air service has resumed at Ljubljana Jože Pučnik Airport.

• Anyone required to enter into quarantine will need to provide an address to the border

authorities. Restrictions are in place for access outside.

• You will not be required to undertake a self-isolation period if you satisfy an exemption

such as transiting Slovenia for less than 12 hours, with diplomatic passports, providing pre-

approved services, or working in international transport. Travellers with an overnight stay

are also often exempted. Some of these exemptions require travellers to provide a

negative coronavirus test result, no more than three days old.

• There are restrictions in place at Slovenia’s border with Austria. Non-Slovene or non-

Austrian nationals must cross at one of three border crossings: Karavanke-Karawanken

Tunnel, Ljublej-Loibtunnel, and Šentilj-Spielfeld.

• Only Slovene and Hungarian citizens may use border crossing between Slovenia and

Hungary. Non-Slovene and non-Hungarian nationals must cross the Slovenia-Hungary

border at one of the following border crossings: Dolga vas-Redics or Pince-

Torniyszentmiklos.

• If you enter Slovenia you are advised to carry with you evidence of your reason for travel.

• Neighbouring countries have reduced restrictions on entry from Slovenia.

• International passenger train connections have re-started.

Domestic

• A temporary general ban on the movement and gathering of people in public places and

areas in Slovenia and the ban on movement outside municipalities has been decreed.

• Domestic flights are limited in Slovenia.

Special Conditions

• Protective face masks are mandatory in closed public spaces where the distance between

people is less than 1.5 meters, on public transportation, people with respiratory issues and

health workers.

• Gatherings are limited to 10 people, or up to 50 if the host knows the gathering’s

attendees and they can be contacted later if needed.

• Accommodation providers with more than 30 rooms are open and available again, as are

spa accommodations, wellness centres, gyms, swimming pools, and water activities.

• Bars and restaurants can reopen if they serve outside and social distancing measures are

followed.

Solomon

Islands

International

• The border is generally shut except for returning citizens and residents. International

flights are suspended until further notice.

• There are a very limited number of charter flights being operated by Solomon Airlines.

• Solomon Airlines has confirmed that it will extend the suspension of scheduled

international passenger flights to 24 October.

• All inbound travellers must complete a Public Health Declaration card.

• Those permitted entry will be classified into the following categories to determine arrival

requirements:

https://www.gov.si/en/topics/coronavirus-disease-covid-19/border-crossing/


• Category 1 – Travellers from countries free of COVID-19 will be subject to undergo a 14-

day quarantine period and one in-country COVID-19 test.

• Category 2 – Travellers from countries that have been free of COVID-19 for at least 28

days, will be subject to undergo a 14-day quarantine period and two in-country COVID-19

tests.

• Category 3A – Travellers from countries with a regressing rate of infections and decreasing

number of active cases, and who arrive with two negative COVID-19 test results from

within the past 14 days, will be subject to undergo a 14-day quarantine and two additional

in-country PCR tests.

• Category 3A – Travellers from countries with a regressing rate of infections and decreasing

number of active cases, and who arrive without two negative COVID-19 test results, are

subject to undergo a 14-day quarantine period and three in-country PCR tests.

• Category 4A – Travellers from countries with an increasing rate of infection, who arrive

with three negative COVID-19 test results from within the past 21 days, are subject to

undergo a 14-day quarantine and three in-country PCR tests.

• Category 4B – Travellers from countries with a high rate of community transmission and

rate of infection, who do not arrive with three negative COVID-19 test results, are subject

to a 21-day quarantine and three in-country PCR tests.

• Cargo ships are to remain offshore for 14 days before docking at either the ports of

Honiara or Noro.

• Anyone showing COVID-19 symptoms are advised not to travel to the Solomon Islands.

Domestic

• A state of emergency is in effect, with approval sought for it to remain in place until 25

November.


• Solomon Airlines is continuing to operate a reduced domestic schedule to all 23

destinations within the Solomon Islands.

Special Conditions

• Social distancing is being advised when in public places.


Somalia International

• Commercial flights have resumed but limited options may be available for travellers. Any

aircraft must have pre-authorisation from the Somali Civil Aviation Authority (only

emergency flights exempted).

• Land borders are generally closed, including in the Gedo Region with Kenya and Ethiopia.

Domestic

• An easing in COVID-19 restrictions is expected nationwide.

• Domestic flights are gradually resuming.

• A curfew is in effect in Mogadishu from 20:00 to 05:00 and Puntland from dusk to dawn.

• A lockdown including movement restrictions has been issued in Mogadishu.

• Public transportation is limited and restricted in and between cities.

• Somaliland has lifted all COVID-19 restrictions including limitations on movement,

gatherings, and businesses. Flights have resumed at Hargeisa International Airport and

vessels can arrive to Berbera Port, but travellers entering Somaliland must submit a letter

confirming they are coronavirus-free.


Special Conditions

• Restaurants, bars, places of worship, and non-essential businesses are closed.

• Large gatherings or events are not permitted.


South Africa International

• Borders restrictions could be lifted for most countries starting 1 October.

• International flight options remain largely limited.

• You cannot transit South African airports on your way to third countries.

• South Africa has created restrictions on travellers coming from high-risk or medium-risk

countries.

• High-risk countries are China, France, Iran, Italy, South Korea, Spain, Germany, the United

Kingdom, and the United States.

• Visas granted to citizens of these countries will be revoked and foreign nationals who have

travelled to the aforementioned countries will not be allowed entry.

• Travellers coming from medium-risk countries (Hong Kong, Portugal, and Singapore) will

be subject to additional screening measures when applying for entry.

• Multiple land borders with Botswana, Eswatini, Namibia, Lesotho, and Mozambique have

been closed to limit the entry points available.

• KLM and Air France have offered flights from Johannesburg and Cape to locations with

European connections. Emirates has also offered flights.

• If you wish to leave South Africa on a private plane or a boat, you may need permission

from the South African authorities. You should make your request at least 10 working days

before you need to travel.

• All incoming travellers are quarantined for 14 days after arrival.

Domestic

• The national state of disaster remains in effect through 15 October.

• The country has moved to Level 1 of a five-tier easing of restrictions.

• Level one means you are now allowed to attend larger gatherings as long as the number does not exceed 50% of a venue's usual capacity and it is capped at 250 people if it is indoors.

• Outdoor facilities can host up to 500 people as long as it does not exceed the 50% capacity threshold. This also counts for gyms, entertainment venues and religious gatherings.

• You can now buy alcohol for home consumption between 09:00-17:00 from Monday to Friday.

• The night curfew is now midnight to 04:00 local time.

• Wearing a face covering in public remains mandatory.

• Domestic air travel is permitted for business purposes. You will need to obtain a permit

from the South African authorities to be allowed to travel on internal flights. In this case,

you can travel straight to the airport, but parking at the airport is not permitted.

• Inter-provincial travel is permitted.

• Some rail services are running – including the Gautrain. Services may be restricted due to

capacity limitations or hygiene requirements.

Special Conditions

• The grace period for expired licences has now ended and penalties apply.


South Korea International

• Non-essential travel restrictions from South Korea to the European Union are gradually

being lifted. Check individual country restrictions.

• All international travellers entering South Korea will be required to undergo a 14-day

quarantine.

• All arrivals and airline crew must install ‘Self-diagnosis Mobile App’ to report their travel

history and health status.

• Long-term travellers and residents will be required to quarantine at home, while short-

term travellers will be required to quarantine in a government-designated facility at the

cost of $100 USD per night.

• Exemptions can be made for those traveling on business, humanitarian, academic, or

diplomatic purposes, but they must receive prior approval from the South Korean

government.

• Individuals transiting through Incheon International Airport to other countries will not be

required to quarantine but must submit to health screening measures at the airport.

• Commercial departures out of South Korea are not being restricted, but availability may be

limited.

• The government is restricting visa issuance for travellers from Pakistan and Bangladesh,

except for diplomatic and urgent business purposes. Non-scheduled flights with these

countries are also prohibited.

Domestic

• Tougher counter measures are in place for the Chuseok holiday. People will be required to

maintain indoor gatherings lower than 50 while outdoor meetings of 100 or more have

been prohibited. Stricter quarantine measures have been imposed on restaurants and

theatres in Seoul and the surrounding areas during the holidays.

Special Conditions

• Schools and some non-essential services are being reopened in phases.

• Gatherings are limited to 50 people indoors and 100 people outdoors. Gatherings are

reportedly restricted to 10 people in Seoul and Incheon.

• ‘High-risk’ facilities will be required to use smartphone QR codes to register customers to

make infections easier to track.

• The wearing of face masks is compulsory in public, on transport, and on all flights,

particularly in Seoul.

• Officials have warned that, should the daily number of new COVID-19 cases increase

significantly, previously lifted restrictions will potentially be re-implemented accordingly.

South Sudan International

• Juba International Airport has been reopened with both international and domestic flights

resuming.

• Arriving passengers must quarantine for 14 days and provide a certificate with negative

COVID-19 test results.

• Ensure you have a confirmed ticket for an onward flight from Addis Ababa within 72hrs of

arrival to avoid an obligatory (14 days) quarantine in Ethiopia.

Domestic

• A nationwide curfew is in place from 22:00 to 06:00 local time.

• Some public transport is available as long as social distancing measures are followed.


Special Conditions

• Non-essential businesses are allowed to operate within the hours permitted by the curfew.

• Large gatherings including religious, and political events are banned. Mosques are open.

• Sports have resumed activities.

Spain International

• Borders are open to Schengen Area countries and the UK, with no need to self-isolate or

provide a residency permit.

• Land borders are open.

• Operations at Madrid’s Barajas Adolfo Suárez Airport are utilizing only terminals 1 and 4.

• Terminal C of Palma de Mallorca’s airport has reopened.

• Balearic Island Airports are starting to resume operations.

• The European Union, including Spain, are gradually lifting restrictions on inbound non-essential travel from Algeria, Australia, Canada, Georgia, Japan, Montenegro, Morocco, New Zealand, Rwanda, Serbia, South Korea, Thailand, Tunisia, and Uruguay. China has been listed but is 'subject to confirmation of reciprocity'. This list will be reassessed every two weeks.

Domestic

• A state of emergency has since been lifted. Social distancing should still be adhered to.

• Local lockdowns will be imposed in connection with any spike in COVID-19 cases.

• Face masks are required by anyone over the age of six on public transportation.

• Inter-regional travel is permitted. • A 14-day quarantine period is in place for persons who have been in contact with a

confirmed COVID-19 case. Catalonia region has announced that it will be changing the

required period to the 10 days.

Special Conditions

• Meeting of more than 10 people are discouraged.

• Face masks are required in all public spaces where social distancing cannot be practiced.

• Authorities in Andalusia, Catalonia, Extremadura, and the Balearic Islands have made face

masks mandatory in public spaces at all times.

• The Balearic Islands are introducing restrictions for residents of Palma, Mallorca, and Ibiza.

• Madrid region officials are re-tightening COVID-19 measures due to a rise in cases.

Locations confirmed to be under the new restrictions include the city districts of

Carabanchel, Usera, Villaverde, Villa de Vallecas, Puente de Vallecas, and Ciudad Lineal;

municipalities affected outside the city include Fuenlabrada, Parla, San Sebastián de los

Reyes, Getafe, Alcobendas, as well as the towns of Humanes and Moraleja de Enmedio.

The use of masks is mandatory in all public spaces, even when social distancing measures

are possible. Exceptions include eating, exercising, in nature or rural areas away from

population centres. Meetings of more than ten people are prohibited; bars, restaurants

and entertainment venues will close at 01:00 local time.

• Authorities are encouraging residents to download and use the ‘Radar Covid’ mobile

application for coronavirus tracing information.

Sri Lanka International

• Arriving flights are suspended with some flights still being able to depart.

• Airports are only operating for repatriation flights, the date to permit non-resident tourists

and visitors to enter will be delayed to an unspecified date.


• Inbound travellers will be subject to a COVID-19 PCR test and quarantine period upon

arrival.

• For details on any extensions to visas for foreign nationals, consult The Immigration and

Emigration.

• The EU have yet to de-list Sri Lanka from restrictive measures.

Domestic


• Transit between districts is now permitted. Public transportation is operating.

Special Conditions

• Businesses, public sites, places of worship, and other recreational venues are open.

• Government and private offices are open, but must ensure health protocols are in place.

• People in public without a mask may be subjected to a 14-day quarantine.

Sudan International

• Most commercial flights to Sudan have been cancelled and land borders have been closed.

• Sudan’s international airport in Khartoum is reopened for some international passenger

flights.

• The airport will now receive flights from Turkey, Egypt, and the United Arab Emirates.

• All visitors — including Sudanese nationals — to the airport will be inspected by the Ministry of Health. Passengers must show proof of a negative PCR test result from within the past 96 hours and some may be subject to testing upon arrival.

• Travellers suspected of having COVID-19 symptoms will be subject to an isolation period at

a designated facility.

• Other exceptions are being made for humanitarian and commercial shipments, and the repatriation of Sudanese nationals.

• Land borders at Argin and Halfa with Egypt are understood to be open; however, crossings

with Eritrea and Ethiopia are closed.

Domestic

• The Sudanese authorities have now removed all COVID-19 restrictions. There remains the possibility of curfews, travel restrictions or other measures being re-introduced at short notice. You should comply with all local COVID-19 restrictions imposed by the Sudanese authorities.

Special Conditions

N/A

Suriname International

• Direct air traffic with the Netherlands is possible again. Passengers must submit a negative

COVID-19 test and are required to be quarantined for 10 days after arrival.

• Latest updates can be found here - https://covid-19.sr/thuisquarantaine-vooralsnog-

afgeschaft-voor-passagiers-nederland-en-curacao/

Domestic

• A curfew remain in place from 21:00 to 05:00 (local time) due to the restart of schools across the country.

• Gatherings in excess of ten people remain banned. Brothels, bars, night clubs, dance halls, discotheques and the like will remain closed and restaurants and other commercial eateries may only open for take-out or delivery, provided they have outdoor terraces.

https://covid-19.sr/thuisquarantaine-vooralsnog-afgeschaft-voor-passagiers-nederland-en-curacao/

https://covid-19.sr/thuisquarantaine-vooralsnog-afgeschaft-voor-passagiers-nederland-en-curacao/


Special Conditions

• Face masks are required in public spaces.

Svalbard International

• Svalbard has reopened to tourists from Norway, Finland, Iceland, Greenland, the Faroe

Islands, and Denmark.

• Travellers from the Schengen Area and EEA residents, who are exempt from mandatory

quarantine in Norway, are also allowed entry into Svalbard.

• The current ban on most non-resident foreigners entering the country has been extended


• Ships bearing more than 100 people -- including crew -- will be barred from stopping off or

disembarking passengers in Norwegian ports.

• The latest restrictions can be found here - https://www.fhi.no/en/op/novel-coronavirus-

facts-advice/facts-and-general-advice/travel-advice-COVID19/

Domestic

• Norway’s emergency measures apply to Svalbard.

Special Conditions

• Most attractions such as ski resorts and venues remain closed. Public activities and events

are cancelled.

Sweden International

• The entry ban for all non-EU travellers will be extended until 31 October.

• Sweden is using a red/green epidemiological system for determining its travel advice.

• Swedish borders are open to EU member states, the United Kingdom, Norway, Iceland,

Liechtenstein, and Switzerland.

• Swedish citizens and residents are permitted to return to the country. Other exempted

individuals include healthcare professionals and staff transporting goods, among others.

• Sweden does not have any quarantine rules in place for foreign visitors and no proof of a

negative coronavirus test is required.

• Swedish officials advise against all non-essential travel from the country to other EU or

Schengen countries until 7 October; excluding Finland and Slovakia. The same advice is in

place for travel to non-EU/Schengen countries until 15 November.

Domestic

• Swedish coronavirus measures are designed to be less restrictive than most other

countries but are expected to be in place for a longer period.

• Domestic travel restrictions have been lifted. Any individual showing COVID-19 symptoms

are being advised not to travel.

• Public transportation is operating with limited services.

Special Conditions

• The public is strongly advised to continue working from home.

• Sweden did not impose a full lockdown, as such hotels, shops, bars, restaurants, and some

museums are open.

• Citizens are being urged to limit contacts and practise social distancing; however, the

restrictions are advisory.

https://www.fhi.no/en/op/novel-coronavirus-facts-advice/facts-and-general-advice/travel-advice-COVID19/

https://www.fhi.no/en/op/novel-coronavirus-facts-advice/facts-and-general-advice/travel-advice-COVID19/


• Large gatherings of more than 50 people are still prohibited, but an exception for

restaurants has been introduced, starting 8 October.

Switzerland International

• Travel restrictions have been implemented at all borders.

• Nationals and travellers for specific work and emergency purposes are being permitted

entry. A number of select other exceptions are also being made.

• International flights that are operating are only landing at airports in Zurich, Geneva, and

Basel.

• Transit through a Swiss airport is permitted.

• Travellers are not allowed to enter Switzerland from a coronavirus “high-risk” country on a

transit flight via a non-risk country.

• The Swiss government has two different ‘high-risk’ coronavirus lists: one is of countries whose nationals are banned from entering Switzerland, and the other of those who must quarantine upon arrival – See here https://www.sem.admin.ch/sem/en/home/aktuell/aktuell/entry-restrictions-to-third-countries.html https://www.bag.admin.ch/bag/en/home/krankheiten/ausbrueche-epidemien-

pandemien/aktuelle-ausbrueche-epidemien/novel-cov/empfehlungen-fuer-

reisende/quarantaene-einreisende.html#1918240392

• Travellers arriving to Switzerland from countries with a high-risk of COVID-19 infection are banned from entering the country for short-term visits. Those permitted entry are subject to a 10-day quarantine period.

• Certain regions within countries can also be added to the quarantine list.

• The Federal Office of Public Health (FOPH), will ensure contact details are collected to

ensure traceability in the event that any passengers on their flight were infected with the

virus; the details may also be used to check quarantine compliance.

• Travellers must report their arrival to the competent cantonal authority within two days

and follow the instructions issued by the authority.

Domestic

• Lockdown easing has entered its second phase within Switzerland.

• Internal trains and public transportation services are gradually resuming. Face masks are

required to be worn by anyone over the age of 12 on public transportation and flights.

• The public are still encouraged to stay at home and employers urged to allow staff to work

from home.

• The cantons of Basel City, Basel Country, Aargau, and Solothurn that rising infection rates

necessitated the reintroduction of coronavirus lockdown measures.

• Coronavirus lockdown measures have also been strengthened in Valais, Lucerne and

Fribourg, as more Swiss cantons take steps to curb rising infection rates.

Special Conditions

• Hotels, shops, markets, and restaurants are open.

• Large-scale events of 1,000 people or more are suspended until at least 1 October.

• Other gatherings in public are limited to 30 people.

• Schools, political demonstrations, restaurants, camps, zoos, swimming pools, and other

sporting events are permitted to resume.

• In situations where it is not possible to keep distance (1.5m), the government recommends

wearing a mask. Face masks are compulsory in 26 cantons including Basel City, Geneva,

Vaud, Neuchâtel, Jura, Zurich, and Fribourg.

https://www.sem.admin.ch/sem/en/home/aktuell/aktuell/entry-restrictions-to-third-countries.html

https://www.sem.admin.ch/sem/en/home/aktuell/aktuell/entry-restrictions-to-third-countries.html

https://www.bag.admin.ch/bag/en/home/krankheiten/ausbrueche-epidemien-pandemien/aktuelle-ausbrueche-epidemien/novel-cov/empfehlungen-fuer-reisende/quarantaene-einreisende.html#1918240392




• In Valais and Lucerne, nightclubs, restaurants, and bars are subject to more stringent

controls.

• The situation in the country has been downgraded from an “extraordinary situation” to a

“special situation”.

Syria International

• All flights are banned to and from Syria.

• Most border crossings are closed with some exceptions for goods transportation.

• Syrians returning from abroad must quarantine for 14 days at designated facilities.

Domestic

• Domestic restrictions are in place and vary depending on who controls the region.

• A previous ban on inter-governorate travel has been lifted.

Special Conditions

• Some restrictions have been reduced to allow businesses to reopen under the

government's lockdown.

• Shops are allowed to operate between 08:00 and 19:00 local time.

• Inadequate testing could hinder the ability of officials to contain the virus. • Citizens are being advised to wear facemasks in public.

Taiwan International

• Foreign nationals are permitted to enter Taiwan provided they are not entering for

tourism or to visit friends. You will need to apply for a visa before travelling.

• Travellers are required to provide proof of a negative COVID-19 test taken no more than

72 hours prior to boarding. Eligible business travellers can be exempted from the

compulsory 14-day quarantine currently in place and would instead be able to quarantine

for seven days. Travellers deemed "eligible" are involved in activities such as product

inspection, skills training, and signing contracts.

• Travellers from low-risk countries are subject to a five-day quarantine, and those from

medium-risk locations are subject to a seven-day quarantine, at a government facility.

• All travellers inbound from the Philippines is required to undergo COVID-19 testing and

subject to a 14-day quarantine period at a government-designated facility.

• Foreigners are allowed to transit at Taiwan Taoyuan Airport under certain conditions. The

maximum stopover time will be 8 hours and passengers will only be allowed to connect to

flights on the same airline.

• Taiwan is permitting business travellers from 15 countries and territories classified as low

risk and low-to-moderate risk to remain in quarantine for five and seven days after their

arrival, respectively, and to come out of quarantine if their self-paid COVID-19 test is

negative.

• Foreign nationals possessing an Alien Resident Certificate (ARC), or are citizens of Hong

Kong or Macau with residence permits, do not need to provide a negative COVID-19 test

result to enter Taiwan.

• Border restrictions are eased for students from 18 countries and regions to return to

Taiwan. The 18 countries and regions are Vietnam, Hong Kong, Macau, Thailand, Palau,

Australia, New Zealand, Brunei, Fiji, Mongolia, Bhutan, Laos, Cambodia, Malaysia,

Singapore, Japan, South Korea, and Sri Lanka.

Domestic


• Domestic rail and flight operations are operating, with limitations and restrictions.

Special Conditions

• Many nonessential businesses have reopened.

• Social distancing rules are in place.

• Wearing of masks is mandatory on public transportation such as MRT and buses.

• Border restrictions are eased to allow Hong Kong citizens to enter for 'humanitarian'

purposes. This follows plans to implement new national security legislation in Hong Kong.

Hong Kong citizens who wish to travel to Taiwan for “special humanitarian considerations”

will be allowed to apply for entry. They will have to complete 14 days of quarantine, as do

all arrivals into Taiwan.

Tajikistan International

• Tajikistan is operating a multi-tier approach to its entry restrictions.

• The first category requires travellers to have their temperature checked and must fill out a

form.

• The second category, aside from temperature check and filling a form, must also present a

negative COVID-19 PCR test certificate taken at least 120 hours (five days) prior to the

flight or pass the test in Kazakhstan within 48 hours of their arrival.

Domestic

• Tajikistan has not introduced the kind of shelter-in-place orders seen in its neighbours.

• Mass disinfection of the streets, bus stops, park benches and apartment blocks with

chlorine are ongoing in major cities, including Dushanbe, Khujand, Bokhtar and others.

• State borders are closed until further notice.

• Mass transit is not operating.

Special Conditions

• Facemasks are required in public.

• Social distancing should be observed.

• Malls, bazaars, restaurants, and hotels have reopened with restrictions.

• Tajikistan has blocked a website that is trying to independently track COVID-related

deaths.

• COVID-19 life insurance products are appearing for sale.

• Schools have re-opened.

Tanzania International

• International flights are operating but are heavily restricted.

• Passengers and airline crew are subject to medical screenings, and those suspected of

having COVID-19 will be isolated.

• Airline passengers are required to provide proof of a negative coronavirus test up to 72

hours prior to entering Tanzania.

• A health form must be presented on arrival into the country, and all travellers are subject

to a 14-day quarantine in a designated facility.

• Cross-border vehicle travel is available for goods and service personnel with no more than

three passengers.

• A declaration stating their arrival destination will be required at government checkpoint.

• Cross border passenger train services have also been suspended, although freight trains and domestic services operated by the Tanzania-Zambia Railways Authority are unaffected.


• The government has now issued new guidelines for obtaining coronavirus clearance

certificates. The certificates will be available to both citizens and foreigners living in the

country who plan to travel to countries where the documents are required.

Domestic

• All travellers arriving in the Zanzibar region must have proof of valid international health

insurance, wear face masks at all times and observe social distancing measures.

Special Conditions

• A ban on public gatherings and sporting events has been relaxed.

• The majority of hotels, bars and restaurants have been closed, although a takeaway

service is operating in some cases.


• The Tanzanian Civil Aviation Authorities has prohibited Air Kenya Express, Fly540, and

Safari Link Aviation flights from flying into the country in response to Kenya not allowing

Tanzanian passengers to enter Kenya. It is not clear how long the ban will be in place.

Thailand International

• Non-essential travel restrictions from Thailand to the European Union are gradually being

lifted. Check individual countries for restrictions.

• International passenger flights are largely restricted or reduced. Flights for military aircraft,

emergency landings, humanitarian aid, medicine flights, repatriation flights and cargo

aircraft are able to continue.

• The Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand (CAAT) has lifted an entry ban on four groups of

foreign nationals. The four groups are non-Thai nationals with a certificate of permanent

residency, including their spouses and children; non-Thai nationals with work permits,

including their spouses and children; non-Thai nationals permitted to enter under a special

arrangement; and migrant workers whose employers are allowed to bring in workers.

• To be allowed to enter Thailand, each must have a certificate of entry issued by a Thai

embassy or consular office in their country, a health certificate showing the visitor is free

of Covid-19 and a health insurance policy. Upon arriving, the visitors will be quarantined 14

days at state venues or alternative quarantine locations.

• The Civil Aviation Authority is not expecting mainstream international flights before late

September.

• Land borders are closed or largely restricted. Officials have tightened security measures

along border areas to prevent illegal immigration and conduct health screenings at official

crossings.

• Foreign nationals who possess a valid work permit or have been granted permission from a

Thai government agency to work in Thailand may apply for permission to enter the

country. These short-term visits by businessmen and state guests have been suspended

due to recent imported cases.

• Additionally, all diplomats and family members, who were previously allowed to self-

isolate in their residences, must now be quarantined under government supervision.

• Thai nationals and non-Thai national work permit holders will be allowed to enter provided

they have a fit-to-fly health certificate issued no more than 72 hours before travelling.

• All travellers entering Thailand will have to undergo 14 days of state quarantine at a

designated site.

• Effective until 30 September, the 15-day Visa on Arrival facility is suspended for nationals

of Bulgaria, Bhutan, China, Cyprus, Ethiopia, Fiji, Georgia, India, Kazakhstan, Malta, Mexico,


Nauru, Papua New Guinea, Romania, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Taiwan, Uzbekistan, and

Vanuatu.

• Until 30 September, the 30-day visa exemption is suspended for nationals of Hong Kong,

Italy, and South Korea.

• Thailand’s Centre for COVID-19 Situation Administration (CCSA) is considering the sixth

phase of lockdown easing. By allowing the entry of foreign migrant workers, from

Thailand’s neighbouring countries.

Domestic

• A nationwide state of emergency is in effect until 31 October.

• A curfew order across the country has been lifted.

• Inter-provincial travel is not prohibited but is discouraged as quarantine measures can vary by province.

• Anyone entering Phang-Nga Province is subject to a 14-day home quarantine amid

concerns for a second wave. Those who can provide evidence of entering a state or local

quarantine facility before arriving into Phang-Nga will be exempt. In addition, the public

are required to wear face masks when outdoors at all times.

• Travellers flying domestically are required to download the AOT Airports mobile

application and complete a T8 Travel Form.

• Identification should always be carried due to the presence of road checkpoints across the

country.

• Some provinces have closed borders or implemented internal travel restrictions at the

discretion of local officials.

Special Conditions

• Face masks are mandatory in some shops and on all public transport.

• Establishments such as markets, cinemas, theatres, child-care centres, sports grounds, and

other businesses are being permitted to reopen with capacity limitations and social

distancing guidelines.

• Open businesses are being asked to screen the public and employees for symptoms of

coronavirus.

Timor-Leste International

• Ban on the entry of foreigners into the national territory. Some exemptions are made,

including persons who were born in Timorese territory, residents, and those who work in

the oil industry.

• All individuals entering Timor-Leste are required to undergo medical examinations when

they show symptoms of Covid-19.

• For individuals entering national territory or those under surveillance of the health

authorities, the containment period shall be for 14 days from the date of commencement

of the containment period.

• Border controls are particularly stringent with Indonesia, although medical provisions are

being transported across the frontier.

• All those wishing to leave the country will be subject to health control through measuring

body temperature or other means of screening.

Domestic

• A state of emergency is in effect until at least 4 October, with restrictions on international

circulation, circulation and residence fixation and resistance. This is likely to be extended.


Special Conditions

• Businesses are being allowed to reopen and churches and schools resuming activities.

• Individuals must maintain a distance of at least 1.5 meters from the nearest individual.

• Gatherings of more than five people are prohibited.

• Compulsory confinement is required, in a health facility, at home or in an isolation centre

for infected patients and for all individuals.

Togo International

• Domestic and international flights are resuming.

• Travellers are required to present a negative PCR test result (not older than five days)

when they arrive, present a health declaration form, and download the contact tracing app

'Togo Safe'. Individual must undergo an additional COVID-19 test upon entry at Lome

Airport.

• A one to two day quarantine period should be expected upon arrival to await COVID-19

test results, or may be extended to up to 21 days based on an assessment by the Ministry

of Health.

• Travellers departing the country are required to provide a negative PCR test no older than

72 hours and complete a health declaration form.

• Land borders remain closed.

Domestic

• Curfew and lockdown measures have been lifted for most of the country. • A state of emergency is in effect through March 2021.

• Overnight curfews have been reimposed between 21:00-05:00 local time in Tchaoudjo,

Tchamba, and Sotouboua prefectures. Local lockdown orders are also in place for Sokode,

Tchamba, and Adjengre.

• Vehicles are permitted to circulate normally across the country.

• Public transportation is operation with capacity limits in place.

Special Conditions


• Sanitation checkpoints may remain in key cities.

• Restrictions on gatherings are in place.

• Most businesses are able to operate between 08:00 and 16:00 local time.

• Other congregation locations are likely closed.

Tokelau International

• International borders are largely closed.

• Passengers (Tokelauans/visitors) travelling from or transit in countries or territories that

has reported confirmed cases of COVID-19, will not be allowed to enter Tokelau.

• Visitors from any country (with or without confirmed cases of COVID 19) will not be

allowed to enter Tokelau.

• Tokelauans travelling from countries with no confirmed cases of COVID 19 will need a

medical clearance, three days before travelling to Tokelau.

• Tokelauans travelling from Tokelau to Apia and had acquired medical clearance from

Tokelau, and will be returning to Tokelau within three days, with no travel outside of

Samoa, can use the same medical clearance from Tokelau for re- entry to Tokelau.

• If in Samoa for more than three days, passenger will need a medical clearance from Samoa

three days prior to travel to Tokelau.


• Officials have stated that the atolls do not have the infrastructure or resources to

quarantine, isolate, and manage any suspected or confirmed case of COVID-19.

Assessments are being made and the proper infrastructure is expected over the coming

months.

Domestic

• Internal restrictions are not clear.

Special Conditions

N/A

Tonga International

• International flights have been suspended, all borders are currently closed, and foreign

nationals are not permitted to enter Tonga.

• This restriction does not apply to Tongan citizens, who must undergo a 14-day quarantine

on entry.

• Air New Zealand will be running one flight a week for outbound passengers. This is

currently scheduled for each Wednesday in July.

• Tonga's government has delayed plans to reopen its border to New Zealand.

Domestic

• The nationwide lockdown and curfew from 00:00 to 05:00 have been extended until 26

October.

Special Conditions

• Schools have reopened and non-essential businesses are gradually being allowed to

operate again.

• Gatherings are limited to 50 people indoors and 100 outdoors, though religious services

and schools are exempt from this requirement.

• Social events and gyms have resumed. Bars, nightclubs, and other clubs are open between

Mondays and Saturdays.

• Social distancing measures (1.5m) are in place in public.

Trinidad and

Tobago

International

• International flights are suspended, and all borders are closed indefinitely.

• Any travellers arriving will be subject to a 14-day quarantine.

• British Airways have cancelled flights between Trinidad and Tobago and the UK until

November. Virgin has announced that they will attempt to restart flights from Tobago in

November; subject to change.

• Travellers seeking travel must first obtain an exemption to do so via the local authorities

by emailing [email protected] or [email protected] and follow

local advice.

• There may be limited private charter options for returning from Trinidad and Tobago to

Europe. See individual providers for details.

• The Trinidad and Tobago authorities have announced a ban on cruise ships entering until

the end of the current cruise season.

Domestic

• Domestic flights are limited but continuing.


• A ban has been re-established on dining at restaurants and in bars. In addition,

establishments including gyms, parks, cinemas, beaches, and places of worship are closed.

A maximum of five people are permitted to gather. Taxis must operate at 50 percent

capacity, and masks are now mandatory; the measures are in place until 11 October.

Special Conditions


• Schools are allowed to reopen for examinations, but otherwise will remain closed along

with day cares and pre-schools.

• Bars, beaches, amusement parks, malls, salons, shops, theatres, and gyms can open.

Restaurants may provide dine-in services but must close by 22:00 local time.

• Gatherings of up to 25 people are allowed in public areas.

Tunisia International

• Land, air, and sea borders are understood to be open, but subject to restrictions.

• All borders have reopened to foreigners, including passengers from outside the EU.

• A colour coded entry system is in place.

• The Tunisian Ministry of Health recommends that people coming from the green zones submit to a self-containment period of 7 days, while it is mandatory for people coming from the orange zone to stay at home for 7 days. As for Tunisians or residing in Tunisia from countries classified as red zone, they must undergo compulsory confinement for a period of 14 days (7 days in one of the compulsory confinement centres and 7 days at home if the second test RT-PCR is negative).

• In addition, the department requires people coming from countries classified as orange and red zones to carry out a second RT-PCR test between the fifth and seventh day of their arrival in Tunisia, while people from green zone countries are exempt. unless symptoms of the disease appear.

• All persons coming from all countries, whatever their classification, must present a

negative RT-PCR test carried out 72 hours before the date of travel and without exceeding

120 hours on arrival of the flight in Tunisia.

• Latest restrictions can be found here (French) - http://www.santetunisie.rns.tn/fr/

Domestic

• Tunisian authorities have classified all of the 24 provinces in the country as red zones, the

highest level of severity in terms of the spread of COVID-19. Renewed restrictions are

therefore possible.

• Intercity and inter-governorate travel is no longer restricted.

• Public transport is operating at 50% capacity.

• National rail company services are suspended between Tunis and Gabes.

• Domestic flights have resumed operations.

Special Conditions

• Cafes, restaurants, hotels, and places of worship are permitted to reopen provided

precautions are followed.

• Public administration functions and most other businesses can resume operations at full

capacity.

• Non-essential businesses can operate at 70% capacity.

• The wearing of face masks is mandatory in public places.

Turkey International

http://www.santetunisie.rns.tn/fr/


• Turkey has lifted restrictions on entrances and exits for Turkish citizens and foreign

nationals, except for the country’s land border with Iran. Health screening are in place.

• International flights have resumed, but some restrictions remain in place. Regular routes

are being established to Russia, India, Kuwait, South Africa, Tunisia, Algeria, Egypt,

Kyrgyzstan, Iraq, Kenya, and Uzbekistan.

• For international travel, Turkish citizens and residents are required to obtain an HES

(“Hayat Eve Sığar”) code.

• Turkey has suspended flights to Iran and Afghanistan as part of measures against the

coronavirus outbreak.

• Turkish Airlines has required all passengers to wear face masks.

• Most air, land, and sea borders are open.

• The 14-day quarantine for returning citizens has been lifted.

• Face masks are required while on flight to and from the country and at the airports.

Domestic

• Domestic flight operations have resumed between many cities.

• Anyone wishing to undertake intercity travel using public transport must get an “HES”

code (“Hayat Eve Sığar”). This can be done through the e-Devlet system, the ‘Hayat Eve

Sığar’ smartphone application and by SMS.

• For intercity travel, foreign nationals without a residence card can obtain a HES code by

sending their passport details by SMS to 2023 in the following format: HES [space]

Nationality (GBR) [space] passport number [space] year of birth [space] surname. Example:

HES GBR 123456789 1980 SMITH. You will need to use the passport which you entered

Turkey on, and the SMS message must be sent from a mobile phone registered on a

Turkish mobile network.

• Non-Turkish nationals with a domestic flight connecting to/from an international flight

which is booked on the same ticket, do not currently require an HES code. Where a

domestic flight is booked separately or with a different airline, an HES code is required.

• Some provinces also require submission of a HES code upon entry to public buildings and

banks. This does not apply to foreign tourists.

• High-speed train operations have resumed along the Ankara-Istanbul, Ankara-Eskisehir,

Ankara-Konya, and Konya-Istanbul routes. Trains are running with a 50 percent passenger

capacity, as well as with requirements on seating arrangements and social distancing.

• The government has lifted most restrictions on internal travel, but a curfew remains in

place for people younger than 18 and those over 65; some easing has been permitted with

these age groups allowed to leave their homes between 10:00 and 20:00 local time.

• Turkish authorities have announced a nationwide mandate that requires face masks to be worn in all public spaces. Public spaces are designated as, but not limited to, streets, parks, markets, the beach, and all public transportation. Restaurants, stores, and shopping centres already require face coverings.

• In addition, passengers will no longer be allowed to stand on public transit.

Special Conditions

• Some events and gatherings including engagement ceremonies prohibited in indoor

places.

• Shopping centres, restaurants, cafes, barber shops and beauty salons have already been

permitted to resume operations provided they take precautions and accept customers at

half their capacity.

• Officials in the holiday resort town of Marmaris in Muğla have decided to exempt elderly

foreign visitors aged 65 and over from the night curfew.


Turkmenistan International

• International flights have been suspended until further notice. The does not apply to

repatriation flights of nationals and residents of Turkmenistan.

• Land borders are closed with Afghanistan and Uzbekistan. However, rail and road crossings

at the border with Iran have resumed.

• Foreigners are not allowed to enter the country with few exceptions.

• A COVID-19 negative certification issued within the previous 72 hours prior to departure is

required to enter the country. Arrivals are subject to be tested for COVID-19 and must self-

isolate for 14 days after entering the country.

Domestic

• Domestic air travel is limited but still operating.

• Temporary COVID-19 restrictions will remain in place until at least 15 October.

• The government has ordered its citizens to wear masks because of “high concentrations of

dust” and pathogens in the air.

• Nationwide internal movement restrictions have been imposed. All national, intercity, and

regional highways are closed to all persons except freight vehicles, permit holders, and

emergency services. Checkpoints are present on major roadways and entry points to cities,

with temperature screenings being administered.

• Temperature screenings are in place for rail passengers.

Special Conditions

• A shortage of basic food items has been indicated and stores have increased the pricing for

major staples. This has resulted in protests from citizens.

• Reportedly the Turkmenistan government has banned the use of the word “coronavirus”

and people are discouraged from discussing it publicly.

Turks and

Caicos Islands

International

• Providenciales International Airport is open.

• All inbound travellers must first obtain travel authorisation through the ‘TCI Assured’

online portal.

• Travellers are required to submit a negative COVID-19 test result (aged 10 and above) from

within the past 5 days, proof of sufficient medical travel insurance, and a completed online

health questionnaire to the ‘TCI Assured’ portal.

• Upon Arrival, all travellers will be subject to screening and temperature checks.

• Travellers will also be required to complete and submit to a health officer at the port of

entry, a health screening questionnaire for COVID-19.

• All visitors must wear masks/face coverings on arrival and observe the protocol of the

particular airlines.

• A quarantine period will not be required so long as the aforementioned requirements are

met.

• The Grand Turk Cruise Centre will remain closed until 1 January 2021. Cruise ships are

banned from entering.

• Latest government instructions can be found here - https://www.gov.tc/moh/coronavirus/

Domestic

• Officials have eased many domestic measures but a curfew is being re-imposed until at least 30 September on all islands from 20:00 to 05:00 local time.

https://www.gov.tc/moh/coronavirus/


• A stricter curfew is in place on Grand Turk and South Caicos between 18:00-05:00 local

time until 30 September.

• A full restriction is in place for non-essential domestic travel.

• Authorities have announced punishments in place if restrictions are violated.

Special Conditions

• All businesses are open, but limitations are placed on the number of individuals inside a single space and social distancing must be followed. Shops must close by 19:00 local time, except for in Grand Turk and South Caicos where they must close by 17:00 local time.

• Large events are cancelled. A limit of 10 people have been put in place for all other

gatherings.

• There are restrictions in place for some visitors to the National Hospital (Providenciales)

and National Hospital (Grand Turk).

• Face masks are required in all public spaces, potentially until 31 December.

Tuvalu International

• Arrivals who have originated from countries affected by COVID-19 or who have visited one

in the last 30 days are required to obtain a medical certificate three days prior to entering

the country.

• Those have travelled to China within the past 30 days will be denied entry.

• Arrivals must have remained in a country not affected by the virus for five days before

attempting entry.

• Tuvalu will be included in a travel bubble with Fiji, but a 14-day quarantine measure will

still apply.

• Health screening will be conducted at Funafuti airport and seaport, and may also be

conducted at Nausori (Fiji) Airport and Tarawa (Kiribati) Airport.

Domestic

• Public gatherings exceeding ten people have been prohibited.

Special Conditions

• Australia is to provide support through the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade.

U.S. Virgin

Islands

International

• Airports remain open and international flights are permitted to operate to and from the US

Virgin Islands.

• There are currently no restrictions on USVI residents wishing to leave or return.

• Screening measures are in place at airports and symptomatic travellers may be required to

undergo a 14-day quarantine.

• A new online portal has been launched that will pre-screen and assist with the certification

process of all travellers prior to their arrival in the territory.

• Highly impacted areas are defined as U.S. states with COVID-19 positivity rates greater

than 10 percent. Travellers aged 15 and older from such areas will be required to produce

a negative COVID-19 antigen (molecular/PCR/rapid) test result within five days prior to

their travel to the territory, or a positive COVID-19 antibody test result received within

four months of their travel. The requirements also apply to residents of Puerto Rico.

• Residents of select U.S. states that are hotspots for the COVID-19 virus must present test

results showing they have tested negative for it or quarantine upon their arrival into the

Territory. The threshold is 10% positivity – 10 or more positive cases per 100,000

population.


• Latest information can be found here - https://www.covid19usvi.com/covid-19/travelers

Domestic

• A state of emergency is in place through October.

• Governor Bryan has announced that the U.S. Virgin Islands is transitioning from the 'Stay-at-Home' to the 'Safer-at-Home' phase of reopening. This includes an easing of restrictions such as the reopening of many previously closed non-essential businesses. Bars remain closed and restaurants can continue to operate for take-out orders only. Gatherings are now limited to 50 people, but face coverings and social distancing measures are required. In addition, face coverings are needed in all commercial spaces.

Special Conditions

• The wearing of face masks is also required in public areas.

Uganda International

• International flights have resumed at Entebbe International Airport. • Passengers arriving in Uganda must be in possession of a negative COVID-19 polymerize

chain reaction (PCR) test result from an accredited laboratory in the country of origin. The test should have been conducted within the last 72 hours before scheduled departure. Returning Ugandans with negative PCR results will be allowed to return home.

• Airlines in the country, including the national carrier Uganda Airlines, Turkish Airlines,

Kenya Airways, Qatar Airways, Air Tanzania, Ethiopian Airlines, FlyDubai, RwandAir, KLM,

Emirates, Brussels Airlines, and Tarco Aviation are expected to resume flights.

Domestic

• Some internal lockdown measures have been extended indefinitely. A lockdown order will

remain in place for districts until there are zero patients registered in the area.

• It is mandatory for everyone aged 6 or above to wear a face mask when outside your

house. Further guidance is available from the Ministry of Health website.

• Curfew hours in Uganda have been reduced to between 21:00 – 05:30 local time daily.

Some national lockdown measures have also been eased. Non-essential businesses such as

hairdressers and shopping arcades are to be allowed to reopen immediately, although

those where hygiene measures have been assessed as inadequate will remain closed.

• Movement by personal vehicles is permitted (except in some districts with an international

border) but limited to 4 people per car (including the driver) and they must all wear masks

if there is more than one person in the vehicle.

• Travel by public transport (including minibus taxis, buses, coaches, passenger trains) is

allowed at 50% occupancy, except in some districts with an international border. Tuk tuks

and boda bodas (motorbike taxis) are still not allowed to carry passengers.

• Vehicles delivering goods and food, and ambulances, security, refuse, and government

vehicles are exempt where restrictions apply. Only cargo transport and security vehicles

are exempt during curfew hours.

Special Conditions

• Schools are allowed to partially open for candidate classes from October, while places of

worship will open with strict standard operating procedures.

• Hotels and restaurants are open with social distancing measures in place and food delivery

services (such as Jumia) remain operational outside of curfew hours.

Ukraine International

https://www.covid19usvi.com/covid-19/travelers


• Ukraine's entry ban for foreigners has expired. At the moment, there are no additional

rules regarding the arrival of foreigners from countries. If the originating country has a

worse epidemic situation to that of Ukraine, the traveller must self-isolate or take a test on

arrival, download the Diia app if self-isolating, and have a valid insurance policy.

• Latest measures can be found here - https://visitukraine.today/

Domestic

• A nationwide ‘adaptive quarantine’ is in place, it is mandatory for people to wear face

masks outdoors and on public transportation. Working hours for some businesses are

being amended to avoid peak travel time overcrowding.

• Public transportation restrictions are being relaxed.

• Domestic flights are allowed to operate.

• Inter-regional travel is resuming.

• Regions and individual administrative territorial units of the country are being designated

as either red, orange, yellow, or green zones depending on their epidemic situation.

• The Health Ministry has advised that Volyn, Donetsk, Zakarpattia, Ivano-Frankivsk, Lviv, Odesa, Rivne, Ternopil, and Kharkiv regions are not ready for the easing of quarantine.

• Any non-resident of Crimea or Sevastopol permitted entry are required to self-isolate for

14 days.

Special Conditions

• Hotels, restaurants, cafes, churches, pools, gyms, small businesses, cultural sites, and

recreational areas are open.

• Some select cities, such as Kiev, have not yet fully reopened all businesses and/or services.

• Parks and recreational areas have reopened, but groups are limited to eight or less people

in these spaces.

• Face masks are required in all public spaces.

United Arab

Emirates

International

• Dubai's airports are receiving international tourists and visitors.

• All inbound travellers must present a negative COVID-19 test result (produced within 96

hours) or undergo testing at the airport; those taking the test at the airport are required to

self-isolate until receiving results. Any positive COVID-19 cases will be quarantined for 14

days at the expense of the traveller.

• Completed health declaration and quarantine undertaking forms must be presented to

Dubai Health Authority staff at the airport.

• Emirates and flyDubai have announced the resumption of services to dozens of cities

including in Europe and in the Far East.

• Countries have been categorised as high, medium, or low risk. All citizens and residents

will be allowed to travel to low-risk nations. Only a “limited category” of Emiratis will be

allowed to travel to medium-risk nations. Travel to high-risk countries is banned.

• Travellers must be tested in the country of departure before returning to the Emirates. The

UAE has issued a list of facilities globally where this can be done -

https://www.thenational.ae/uae/health/where-uae-residents-can-be-tested-overseas-for-

covid-19-before-returning-to-the-emirates-1.1043875

• All Etihad passengers flying to or transiting Abu Dhabi will be asked to show a negative

COVID-19 PCR test result when they check-in. The PCR test must be carried out within 96

hours prior to arrival and from one of the UAE's approved clinics.

• Some travellers who cannot get tested abroad may be swabbed on arrival in Abu Dhabi.

• The traveller must have international medical insurance for the country of travel.

https://visitukraine.today/

https://www.thenational.ae/uae/health/where-uae-residents-can-be-tested-overseas-for-covid-19-before-returning-to-the-emirates-1.1043875

https://www.thenational.ae/uae/health/where-uae-residents-can-be-tested-overseas-for-covid-19-before-returning-to-the-emirates-1.1043875


• Face masks and gloves must be used in the airport, and social distancing must be

observed.

• Visas are being renewed and residents whose documents have expired since March may

have fines are imposed from 11 October. Visa holders may require fresh medical tests to

renew their visa, and rules vary between the emirates.

• New visas are now being granted for all emirates.

Domestic

• UAE authorities have ended the nationwide curfew and lifted restrictions on movement at

night.

• UAE authorities have also lifted the ban on allowing children under 12 to enter shopping

centres across the country.

• The Abu Dhabi Media Office has confirmed that residents may now move freely within Abu

Dhabi and leave the emirate without a permit.

Special Conditions

• Malls, parks, restaurants, and hotel beach resorts have reopened for business with social

distancing measures implemented to prevent further spread of COVID-19.

• Mosques and places of worship are gradually reopening. The places of worship will begin

to reopen at a 30 percent capacity. However, Friday prayers in mosques remain suspended

until further notice. A distance of three meters should be observed between each

worshipper and no handshakes are allowed.

• Nightclubs remain closed.

• Testing will be increased in all provinces.

United

Kingdom

International

• International travel restrictions are in place for inbound passengers, a 14-day quarantine

may be required.

• Travellers from low-risk countries can enter England without requiring to self-isolate.

• The government will update its list here - https://www.gov.uk/guidance/coronavirus-

covid-19-travel-corridors

Domestic

• Restrictions vary between the four nations and should be monitored for updates. Both

local and national restrictions apply.

• Local lockdowns are being used to contain and reduce clusters. Generally, households are prohibited from meeting indoors as social interactions between households is believed to be one of the main reasons for the spike in cases.

• The UK government is operating a five-tier coronavirus alert scale; the country is currently

at Level 4 (upgraded from Level 3).

• Face coverings are required on public transport, in shops, shopping centres, transport

hubs, banks, post offices, cinemas, places of worship, museums, and art galleries.

Special Conditions

• Social distancing (1m+) and regular handwashing are the primary requirements for safe

business and personal routines.

• In England, gatherings of six people or less are permitted in all settings, with the exception of work, school, and outdoor team sports.

• Self-isolation is necessary if experiencing symptoms of COVID-19.

• The UK government is obliged to review lockdown measures every 21-days.

https://www.gov.uk/guidance/coronavirus-covid-19-travel-corridors

https://www.gov.uk/guidance/coronavirus-covid-19-travel-corridors


• The following applies to England: Office workers who are able to work from home are now being encouraged to do so, although in key public services and in all professions where home working is not possible, such as construction or retail, people should continue to attend their workplaces.

• All pubs, bars and restaurants must operate a table service only, except for takeaways. These and including all other hospitality venues, will be required to close at 22:00 local time.

• The requirement to wear face coverings has been extended and now includes staff in retail, all users of taxis and private hire vehicles and staff and customers in indoor hospitality, except when seated at a table to eat or drink.

• A maximum of 15 people will be able to attend wedding ceremonies and receptions; although up to 30 can still attend a funeral.

• COVID-19-secure guidelines that have been put in place for the retail, leisure, tourism, and

other sectors will now be a legal obligation.

Uruguay International

• Non-essential travel restrictions from Uruguay to the European Union are gradually being

lifted.

• Both arriving and departing international flights have largely been suspended and borders

have been closed to foreign nationals.

• Residents and citizens of Uruguay are permitted to enter the country at specific ports of

entry.

• Tourism will not be permitted prior to 31 October at the earliest.

• Travellers entering Uruguay will be subject to a 14-day quarantine. They must also present

a negative COVID-19 PCR-RT test result, from within 72 hours before entry, upon arrival.

Sufficient health insurance is needed from a traveller’s country of origin and a health

declaration.

• For stays lasting seven or more days, travellers are required to undergo another PCR-RT

test on the seventh day.

• Nationals of Uruguay are not permitted to leave the country for tourism.

• Individuals seeking to leave the country for non-tourism purposes must receive prior

government approval.

• Some non-nationals may receive prior official approval to temporarily enter the country

for specific reunification, labour, economic, business, or judicial purposes.

• The borders with Argentina and Brazil are largely closed.

Domestic

• The government recommends self-quarantine, but it is not mandatory for individuals

under 65 years of age.

• Heightened movement and sanitary guidelines are in place for the city of Rivera.

• Public transportation is operating, with taxis limiting services to three passengers.

• Face masks are being encouraged on public transit.

Special Conditions

• The wearing of face masks in retail establishments and while on public transportation is

compulsory.

• Nonessential businesses have been gradually reopening, except for in Rivera along the

border with Brazil.

• Schools have begun to gradually reopen nationally.

USA International


• Foreign nationals who have visited China, Iran, the EU/Schengen zones countries, the

United Kingdom, Ireland, or Brazil within the past 14 days will unlikely be permitted entry

into the United States. Whilst there are a number of exceptions to presidential

proclamations 10014 and 10052, entry remains at the discretion of the U.S. Customs and

Border Protection agency.

• U.S. citizens or green card holders as well as their spouses, parents, and minor children can

enter the U.S. through authorized airports after having visited the above countries but

must go through a health screening.

• U.S. citizens coming from all other countries are likely not subject to any restrictions on

their entering the U.S.

• The U.S. borders with Mexico and Canada will remain closed until at least 21 October for

non-essential movements, but air travel is still operating.

• Secondary checks are being conducted at the U.S.-Mexico border to limit travel, including on Mexican citizens, legal residents, and U.S. citizens.

• Those allowed entry to most parts of the USA are advised by the Center for Disease

Control (CDC) to ‘stay at home’ as much as possible for 14 days following arrival.

• Travel is allowed across state borders in the U.S., but some states require travellers to

quarantine for 14 days upon arrival.

• The ‘Airlines for America’ trade organisation has announced guidelines for travel on many

major U.S. airlines including Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Hawaiian

Airlines, JetBlue Airways, Southwest Airlines, and United Airlines. Passengers must answer

a health assessment during the check-in process, agree to the mandatory use of face

coverings on the boarding bridge and on the aircraft, assure they are free of COVID-19

symptoms, and assure they have not been exposed to anyone who has test positive or is

showing symptoms of COVID-19.

• The Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), representing lines such as Carnival, Royal Caribbean, Norwegian Cruise Line, and MSC Cruises, has announced that cruise operations in the U.S. are suspended until at least 31 October. The suspension is subject to be extended further.

• There are restrictions on transiting the USA from high risk countries; check with the US

Customs and Border Protection Agency.

Domestic

Restrictions by state:

• Alabama – A ‘Safer-at-Home’ order is in place until 2 October. Nonessential businesses,

including restaurants, hair salons, bars, and gyms, and entertainment venues are allowed

to open if they follow additional rules including increased cleaning, crowd limits, and the

use of face masks. Retailers have occupancy limits and sports activities can resume.

Beaches are open with social distancing measures in place. Social distancing rules remain

and face masks are required in indoor public spaces for people over the age of 6, on

transportation, and in outdoor gatherings of 10 people or more.

• Alaska – Non-resident travellers must complete a ‘Traveller Declaration Form’ and ‘Self-

Isolation Plan’. In addition, they must show a negative COVID-19 test result not older than

72 hours, be tested upon arrival, or self-quarantine for 14 days. Restaurants, salons, gyms,

and entertainment venues can open at full capacity. Gatherings may take place without

limits on participants, but individuals are encouraged to maintain social distancing if from

separate households. Face coverings are required while in indoor public spaces and where

social distancing is not possible. Individual cities or boroughs likely have local restrictions.

• Arizona - Retail establishments, other non-essential businesses, and restaurants are

allowed to open, provided they follow social distancing and safety measures. Guidelines


have been released to reopen gyms, movie theatres, and water parks. Indoor dining at

restaurants are limited to 50 percent. Gatherings over 50 people are not permitted.

• Arkansas – Restaurants, bars, retail establishments, gyms, and salons are allowed to open

with additional safety protocols and capacity limitations. Visitor venters at states parks and

shops can reopen. Gatherings are allowed at up to 66 percent of facility capacity with an

approved event plan or 100 or fewer attendees with no plan approval. Face masks are

required to be worn by anyone over the age of 10 in outdoor and indoor spaces where

social distancing is not possible.

• California – The state signed a bill into law that requires businesses to report COVID-19

outbreaks to local officials and their employees. The state has implemented a system by

which each county is assigned a colour-coded tier (purple, red, orange, and yellow) to

determine the level of restrictions. Many nonessential businesses are allowed to operate if

they comply with state safety guidelines and capacity limitations based on the county’s

tier. Bars, wineries, indoor museums, and cinemas have largely been ordered to close

state-wide due to a spike in cases. Gyms and fitness centers can open only outdoors. Public

gatherings are not allowed. Individuals over the age of two are required to wear face

masks in public.

• Colorado - Nonessential businesses have been allowed to open with additional safety

protocols. Restaurants are allowed to operate at 50 percent capacity or less than 50

people. Bars can reopen at 25 percent capacity or less than 50 people. Offices can reopen

but must limit the number of people. Indoor gatherings of up to 100 people and outdoor

gatherings of up to 175 are allowed, as long as social distancing guidelines are observed.

Retail stores can allow customers inside, with limits in place. Individuals over the age of 11

are required to wear a face mask in indoor public spaces and on public transportation. The

mask mandate has been extended until 12 October.

• Connecticut - Travellers entering from any state with a high COVID-19 infection rate must

test negative for COVID-19 within 72 hours prior to arrival or self-quarantine for 14 days.

Individuals arriving from select states must complete a ‘health travel form’. Nonessential

businesses including salons, casinos, gyms, and retail establishments, have been allowed to

open with additional safety protocols. Restaurants are allowed to operate with indoor

seating at 50 percent capacity. Social gatherings of up to 25 people indoors and 100 people

outdoors are permitted. Up to 500 people are permitted at organized outdoor events,

such as concerns; however, a 15-foot social distancing requirement is needed. A face mask

is required in indoor and outdoor public spaces for anyone over the age of two, and when

social distancing cannot be maintained. People who qualify for a medical exemption must

have written documentation. The governors announced he would sign an order to impose

a $100 to anyone who violates the mask mandate.

• Delaware - Retail stores, restaurants, hair salons and most other businesses are allowed to

open at up to 60 percent capacity. Gyms can open at 30 percent capacity. Gatherings of

over 250 people must receive government approval. Face coverings are required for those

over the age of 12 when in public places and on public transportation.

• District of Columbia – Travellers from high-risk areas and for non-essential reasons are

required to self-isolate upon arrival (individuals from Maryland and Virginia are exempt).

Residents are recommended to practice social distancing and gatherings of more than 50

people are prohibited. Most nonessential businesses are allowed to reopen but must limit

occupancy and comply with other restrictions. Bars and nightclubs remain closed.

Restaurants are open for inside dining but must comply with restrictions on occupancy and

distancing. Face coverings are recommended in public areas for anyone over the age of

two.


• Florida - Visitors from virus hotspots including Connecticut, New Jersey, New York, and

Louisiana are required to self-isolate for 14 days after arrival in the state. Movie theatres

and retail stores are allowed to operate at 50 percent capacity and other limitations may

be in place. Restaurants and Bars no longer have occupancy restrictions; however, city or

county governments can impose their own restrictions. Patrons and employees at

businesses in some cities are required to wear masks. Gatherings of over 50 people are

prohibited. Miami-Dade County has closed all bars, gyms, and banquet facilities and

restricted restaurants to take-out only in response to a COVID-19 spike.

• Georgia - Nonessential businesses and restaurants are allowed to open at full capacity, as

long as social distancing and sanitation measures are in place. Gatherings of more than 50

people are prohibited unless social distancing can be maintained. Face masks are

encouraged in public spaces. Atlanta’s public transit system, MARTA, is requiring all

passengers to wear masks on transportation.

• Hawaii - Inbound travellers must either provide a negative COVID-19 test result upon

arrival or quarantine for 14 days, unless there to perform critical infrastructure or

emergency response functions. Those travelling between the areas/islands of Kauai,

Hawaii, Maui, and Kalawao are also required to self-quarantine for 14 days. Starting 1

October at the earliest, visitors can forgo quarantine if they show proof of a negative test

within 72 hours of arriving. Many nonessential businesses are allowed to operate with

restrictions, but large venues and bars remain closed. Gatherings are limited to 10 people,

during which social distancing should still be practised. Face masks should be worn while

inside businesses; Kauai requires face masks in outdoor spaces and Oahu requires them

when entering an essential business. Honolulu officials has re-closed city parks, facilities,

beaches, and pools. In addition, there is a ‘stay at home’ order in effect on Oahu.

• Idaho – Officials are encouraging any traveller inbound from a state with a high

transmission rate to self-quarantine for 14 days. Businesses, including restaurants and

retail establishments, are allowed to open if they meet additional safety requirements.

Gatherings are permitted, but people should practice social distancing and sanitizing

requirements. The state is currently in Stage Four of their reopening plan, except for Ada

County which remains in Stage Three.

• Illinois - Retail stores, gyms, salons, and other businesses are allowed to open with safety

measures in place. Restaurants are open for indoor dining at 25 percent capacity.

Gatherings of up to 50 people or 50 percent of a room’s capacity are permitted. Hair

salons, gyms and other nonessential businesses can reopen if they have safety measures

and restrictions in place. Anyone over the age of two must wear a face covering when in a

public spaces where social distancing between people cannot be maintained. Chicago has

instituted a self-quarantine requirement for those arriving in the city from states

experiencing a high COVID-19 infection rate. Chicago has also tightened some restrictions

on businesses, allowing restaurants to limit party sizes to six, gyms are limited to 10

people, and bars and similar establishments that do not serve food are prohibited from

offering indoor services.

• Indiana – Nonessential businesses, including gyms, salons, government offices, and other

businesses, can operate if they follow safety guidelines. Restaurants can operate at 75

percent capacity and retail establishments at full capacity. Bars, theatres, and large venues

may operate at 50 percent capacity. Size limits on gatherings have been lifted, however,

events with more than 500 people will need to submit a plan to the health department.

Face masks are required if in indoor public spaces, outdoors where social distancing is not

possible, and on public transportation. The mask mandate has been extended until 17

October.


• Iowa - Nonessential businesses, including retail, restaurants, theatres, amusement parks,

pools, and salons, can operate if they follow safety guidelines. Gatherings of 10 or more

people are permitted if social distancing measures are followed.

• Kansas - A 14-day self-quarantine is required for those who have recently travelled

overseas or to a state with a high transmission of COVID-19. Businesses, including retail,

gyms, salons, and restaurants, can operate if they follow safety guidelines. Individual

counties are allowed to develop their own reopening plans. Anyone over the age of five is

required to wear a face mask in indoor public spaces and on public transportation.

• Kentucky - Nonessential businesses, including retail, manufacturing, construction, gyms,

theatres, and restaurants, can operate if they follow safety guidelines. Gatherings are

limited to 10 people. Anyone over the age of five is required to wear a face mask in indoor

public spaces or on public transportation.

• Louisiana - Retail, restaurants, gyms, churches, salons, theatres, and museums are allowed

to operate at 75 percent capacity. Amusement parks and indoor play centres remain

closed. Bars are closed in parishes with a high rate of COVID-19. Anyone over the age of

eight is required to wear a face mask in indoor and outdoor public spaces where social

distancing cannot be maintained. Gatherings are limited to 250 people or 50 percent of

capacity indoors and outdoors gatherings can only exceed 250 if social distancing can be

maintained.

• Maine – A State of Civil Emergency is in place through at least 1 October. Travellers

entering Maine and staying at a lodging establishment are required to show a negative

COVID-19 test or self-quarantine for 14 days, although those coming from five

neighbouring states are exempt. Businesses, including retail, hair salons, gyms, and

restaurants, can operate in some counties, if they follow safety guidelines. Gatherings are

limited to 50 people indoors and 5 people per 1,000 square feet or 100 people (whichever

is smaller) outdoors. Face masks are required in public spaces when social distancing

measures cannot be followed.

• Maryland - Nonessential businesses, including retail, gyms, amusement parks, malls, and

hair salons, are allowed to operate with restrictions. Restaurants can offer indoor dining at

50 percent capacity. Places of worship must limit occupancy to 75 percent of capacity.

Face coverings are required for anyone over the age of five in public businesses and

outdoors when social distancing cannot be maintained.

• Massachusetts – Inbound travellers are required to self-quarantine for 14 days or provide

proof of a negative COVID-19 test result upon arrival. Travellers from states with a low rate

of transmission may be exempt. Retail stores can reopen with capacity limitations.

Restaurants are open for indoor dining. Hotels may offer accommodation, but cannot host

events in meeting rooms or ballrooms. ‘Close-contact’ businesses such as salons, as well as

cinemas, gyms, and museums, are open with restrictions. Face coverings are required in

public places for those over the age of two. Gatherings are limited to maximum 25 people

indoors and 50 people outdoors.

• Michigan - Nonessential businesses, including offices, salons, restaurants, and retail stores,

are allowed to operate in some parts of the state with restrictions on capacity. Bars have

been ordered closed or halt indoor service. Outdoor gatherings of up to 100 people and

indoor gatherings of up to 10 are allowed if social distancing measures are in place, but

only in locations at Stage Five of the reopening plan. Individuals over the age of five are

required to wear a face mask in indoor public or outdoor crowded spaces.

• Minnesota - Retail stores are allowed to open with limitations on capacity. Restaurants,

bars, gyms, theatres, museums, and salons can reopen with additional safety and

sanitation practices, as well as capacity limitations. Gatherings are limited to 25 people


outdoors and 10 people indoors. Individuals over the age of five are required to wear a

face mask in indoor public spaces or outdoors where social distancing is not possible.

• Mississippi - All businesses have been allowed to reopen with additional safety guidelines

and restrictions to prevent spreading COVID-19. Gatherings are also limited to 10 people

indoors or 20 people outdoors. Anyone over the age of six is required to wear a face mask

in indoor public spaces or outdoors where social distancing cannot be maintained.

• Missouri - All state-wide restrictions have been lifted, but local officials have the authority

to implement regulations on a local level. Authorities continue to encourage social

distancing and avoiding large crowds.

• Montana - All businesses can operate if they follow social distancing guidelines and limit

capacity. Gyms, pools, movie theatres, and restaurants can open at 75 percent capacity.

Face coverings are encouraged, and social distancing measures should be followed when in

public. Gatherings are limited to 50 people.

• Nebraska - Most regions of the state have moved to Phase 3 of reopening. This allows

nonessential businesses, including retail, bars, and restaurants, to operate if they follow

safety guidelines and limit capacity. Indoor gatherings are allowed at up to 50 percent

capacity and outdoor gatherings at up to 75 percent capacity, but both must remain below

10,000 people. In regions still under Phase 2, theatres and bars can operate at 50 percent

capacity and restaurants must seat parties 6 feet apart. Hair salons and tattoo parlours are

limited to 10 customers at a time.

• Nevada - Most businesses can operate with restrictions, including bars, restaurants,

casinos, gyms, and salons. Gatherings of over 50 people are prohibited. Face coverings are

required for those over two years of age in public spaces when social distancing cannot be

maintained.

• New Hampshire – A 14-day self-quarantine is required for visitors to the state, except for

those coming from other New England states. Retail stores, gyms, and hair salons can

operate if they follow safety guidelines and limit capacity. Beaches and hotels have

reopened. Restaurants can open with social distancing measures in place. Face masks are

required at events of more than 100 people.

• New Jersey - Nonessential businesses are allowed to operate with limitations on capacity.

Restaurants may offer outdoor dining. Indoor gatherings are limited to 25 people or 25

percent of a room’s capacity, whichever is smaller, and outdoor gatherings to 500 people.

Travellers arriving from other states with high rates of COVID-19 are required to self-

isolate for 14 days. Face masks are required in grocery stores and retailers, as well as

outdoors where social distancing cannot be maintained.

• New Mexico - Travellers and residents entering New Mexico are directed to self-

quarantine for 14 days. Nonessential businesses, including retail stores, gyms, and salons

can reopen with restrictions. Restaurants can resume indoor dining at 25 percent capacity.

Face coverings are required in public except when eating, drinking, or exercising.

• New York - Travellers arriving from a state with a positive infection rate are required to

self-quarantine for 14 days. Checkpoints are being established at key bridges, tunnels, and

other entry locations to screen inbound travellers. All regions of the state have entered

Phase Four of reopening. Restaurants may provide dine-in service at 50 percent capacity

(New York City is permitting outdoor dining and takeaway only). Activities such as zoos,

museums, some entertainment venues, and malls are reopening with limitations.

Gatherings are limited to 50 people. Face coverings are required in public for all over the

age of two when social distancing cannot be maintained.

• North Carolina - Retail stores and restaurants can operate if they follow safety guidelines

and limit capacity. Many entertainment venues remain closed, but gyms can reopen with


capacity limits. Gatherings are limited to 50 people outdoors and 25 people for indoors,

but this does not apply to religious services. Face masks are required in public for those

over the age of five in public areas where social distancing cannot be maintained.

• North Dakota - Travellers entering North Dakota following international travel are required

to self-quarantine for 14 days. Nonessential businesses including retail, restaurants, salons,

gyms, and theatres are allowed to open at 75 percent capacity with social distancing and

additional safety measures in place.

• Ohio – Travellers from high-risk states are encouraged to self-isolate for 14 days upon

arrival. Retail stores and salons are allowed to operate at reduced capacity and with

additional safety measures. Restaurants can operate with indoor dining under restrictions.

Gatherings are limited to 10 people and social distancing measures should be followed

outdoors. Face masks are required in indoor public spaces, on public transportation, and

where social distancing is not possible.

• Oklahoma - Travellers from California, Connecticut, Louisiana, New Jersey, New York, and

Washington are required to self-quarantine for 14 days. Businesses, including retail,

theatres, gyms, and restaurants, can operate if they follow safety guidelines. Select cities

require face masks in public.

• Oregon – Individuals over the age of five are required to wear face masks in outdoor

spaces where social distancing is not possible and in indoor public areas. Most Oregon

counties have moved into Phase Two of reopening. Under Phase Two, nonessential

businesses, including retail and restaurants, can operate if they follow safety guidelines

and limit capacity. In the remaining counties under Phase One, restaurants and bars can

open for indoor dining, but parties are limited to 10 people. Salons, spas, and gyms may

open with restrictions. In all counties, gatherings are limited to 10 people or 25 people for

cultural/religious events.

• Pennsylvania - Individuals over the age of two are required to wear face coverings in public

places where social distancing cannot be maintained. All counties are now in the ‘green’

phase of reopening. This phase allows indoor dining with restrictions on capacity. Gyms,

salons, and tattoo parlours can reopen. Gatherings of up to 25 people indoors or 250

people outdoors are allowed.

• Rhode Island - Visitors traveling from another state with a high community spread rate are

required to self-quarantine for 14 days upon arrival or provide a negative test.

Nonessential businesses, including retail, gyms, salons, and office-based businesses, can

operate if they follow safety guidelines and limit capacity. Restaurants are open for dine in

service with capacity limits. Face coverings must be worn in public spaces by all over two

when a 6-foot distance between people cannot be maintained. Indoor social gatherings

are limited to 15 people, or 50 people with a licensed caterer. Outdoor social gatherings

are limited to 15 people, or 100 with a licensed caterer.

• South Carolina - Nonessential businesses, including retail, gyms, salons, restaurants, and

some entertainment venues can operate if they follow safety guidelines and limit capacity.

Restaurants may operate with indoor seating if tables are spaced 6 feet apart.

Entertainment venues can open at 50 percent capacity or up to 250 people, whichever is

smaller. Many counties and cities require masks to be worn in public and masks must be

worn state-wide in entertainment venues such as theatres, stadiums, and arenas.

• South Dakota – The state’s ‘Back to Normal’ plan is in effect. Nonessential businesses

including, retail and restaurants, can operate with the state recommending, but not

requiring capacity limits and social distancing.

• Tennessee - Nonessential businesses, including retail, restaurants, theatres, amusement

parks, and salons, can operate if they follow safety guidelines. Gatherings are limited to 50


people, except for religious services, weddings, and funerals. Social distancing measures

should be followed between individuals from separate households. Davidson County,

including Nashville, and counties without a locally-run health department require face

masks in public.

• Texas - Face coverings are required for anyone 10 or older in public spaces if a 6-foot

distance cannot be maintained. Retail, restaurants, hair salons, malls, and theatres, can

operate if they follow safety guidelines and limit capacity. Bars have been closed due to a

spike in COVID-19 cases. Gatherings of more than 10 people are prohibited unless

approved by local government.

• Utah - Nonessential businesses, including retail, restaurants, and hair salons, can operate if

they follow safety guidelines and limit capacity. Most areas of the state are designated as a

‘yellow low-risk’ region. Salt Lake and Summit counties require face masks in public. Indoor

events up to 3,000 and outdoor events up to 6,000 are permitted. Private gatherings are

limited to 50 people. ‘Green low-risk’ areas have lifted restrictions on gatherings, but are

encouraging people to take individual responsibility and precautions against the spread of

coronavirus.

• Vermont - Travellers entering Vermont are required to self-quarantine for 14 days. Retail

stores and salons are allowed to open if they follow safety guidelines and limit capacity.

Restaurants can open for indoor dining. Events are limited to 75 people indoors and 150

people outdoors. Face masks are required for anyone over the age of two in public indoor

and outdoor spaces where social distancing is not possible.

• Virginia - Nonessential businesses are allowed to open with retail stores operating at

reduced capacity and restaurants and gyms allowed to resume indoor services. Museums,

zoos, movie theatres, and entertainment areas are allowed to reopen. Gatherings are

limited to 250 people. Face masks are required in indoor public spaces by anyone older

than 10.

• Washington - Counties that have met certain criteria are allowed to open nonessential

businesses such as retail, restaurants, and salons at reduced capacity and following safety

guidelines. In other areas of the state, many nonessential businesses remain closed with

retail limited to curb side pickup and restaurants to take-out only. Gatherings are limited

based on the area’s reopening phase.

• West Virginia - Nonessential businesses, including retail and hair salons, can operate if they

follow safety guidelines and limit capacity. Restaurants and bars can reopen for indoor

dining with restrictions. Gatherings of over 25 people are not allowed, this is as low as 10

people according to COVID density in the area. Anyone over the age of nine is required to

wear a face mask in indoor public spaces, when social distancing cannot be maintained.

• Wisconsin - Individuals over the age of five are required to wear a face mask in indoors

(spaces other than their private residence). Masks are also encouraged when outdoors,

but it is not a requirement. Some counties and private businesses have implemented their

own restrictions.

• Wyoming - Nonessential businesses, including retail, restaurants, theatres, gyms, and hair

salons, can operate at full capacity. Indoor gatherings are limited to 250 people if social

distancing and sanitization measures are implemented and 50 if they are not. Outdoor

gatherings at a venue can operate at 50 percent capacity or 1,000 people, whichever is

smaller.

Special Conditions


• U.S states, Puerto Rico and the US Virgin Islands have previously declared states of

emergency. Some states have begun to relax restrictions allowing certain businesses to

reopen provided they abide by certain restrictions.

Uzbekistan International

• Borders will reopen on 1 October. International arrivals from countries that have been colour-coded red, according to the Ministry of Health's guidance, must present a certificate showing a negative PCR test for COVID-19. Furthermore, these arrivals must also complete a form ahead of a period of mandatory self-isolation. An exact list has yet to be published.

Domestic

• Lockdown measures are being relaxed.

• Public transport is available.

Special Conditions


• Religious activities have resumed. Worshippers will be required to wear facial coverings, gloves and keep a safe distance and have their temperature taken before entering.

• Schools are restarting.

Vanuatu International

• Arriving international passenger flights have been largely suspended indefinitely.

• Exceptions are being made for medical, humanitarian, diplomatic, and limited repatriation

flights.

• Air Vanuatu is operating limited international flights until December from Auckland,

Brisbane, and Noumea in association with the government’s repatriation efforts.

• Any travellers permitted entry into Vanuatu must undergo a 14-day quarantine at a

government-approved facility.

Domestic

• A state of emergency is in effect until 31 December.

• Travel between islands in the archipelago is permitted, but restricted.


Special Conditions

• Schools and non-essential businesses are permitted to reopen.

Vatican City International

• Due to the location and status of Vatican City, entry restrictions are similar to that of

Italy’s.

• Border restrictions are easing for EU nationals, with no quarantine requirement.

Domestic

• Saint Peter’s Basilica and several museums have reopened with restrictions with social

distancing measures in place.

Special Conditions

• It is mandatory to wear a face mask in public spaces.


Venezuela International

• International commercial flights are largely suspended until at least 12 October.

• Infected travellers are subject to a 30-day quarantine.

• Restrictions are in place for arriving passengers depending on nationality.

Domestic

• The State of Emergency has been extended until further notice, which allows for

quarantine measures to be expanded throughout the country.

• Domestic flights are largely suspended or restricted.

• Travel between states is banned and checkpoints have been established on major

roadways.

• Venezuela has enacted a policy allowing seven days of flexible restrictions then seven days

of strict quarantine trading back and forth until further notice. However, greater freedoms

are being planned.

• Localised variations of the measures are possible.

Special Conditions

• Barbershops, beauty salons, auto shops, construction sites and banks were allowed to

begin operations, along with other sectors. The presidential decree dictates different

businesses being allowed to operate in consecutive periods of seven days of relaxed

measures, followed by seven days of lockdown.


• Public gatherings have been banned.

• The country no longer reports official epidemiological data.

Vietnam International

• There are a small number of scheduled flight options per week from Vietnam to regional transit hubs.

• These flights are, currently, from Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City to Incheon by Korean Air and

Asiana Airlines and from Ho Chi Minh City to Hong Kong by Cathay Pacific and Dragon Air.

Qatar Airlines has announced a resumption to flights from Ho Chi Minh City.

• International connections are in place with mainland China, Japan, South Korea, and

Taiwan, as well as Laos and Cambodia. Seat priority is being given to Vietnamese citizens,

foreigners carrying diplomatic and official passports, experts, business managers, high-

skilled workers, investors, and their family members.

• Bilateral travel with Japan has eased in a limited manner.

• All international travellers must quarantine in designated lodging for 14 days under

medical supervision. Commercial flights departing Vietnam are being allowed to operate,

but availability is limited.

• Foreigners are not allowed to transit Vietnam.

• Vietnam has begun to resume international commercial flights to and from six Asian cities.

The Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam (CAAV) has said that this will include services to

Guangzhou, Seoul, Vientiane, Phnom Penh, Taipei, and Tokyo. Those arriving must still

undergo two weeks of quarantine unless the duration of their visit is under 14 days.

Additionally, Vietnam Airlines, Pacific Airlines and Vietjet Air will conduct the flights and

the number of inbound visitors will be limited.

• Vietnam is granting e-visa to citizens of 80 countries, a list of which can be found here -

http://news.chinhphu.vn/Home/Govt-to-issue-EVISA-to-citizens-from-80-countries-since-

July/20205/40248.vgp

http://news.chinhphu.vn/Home/Govt-to-issue-EVISA-to-citizens-from-80-countries-since-July/20205/40248.vgp

http://news.chinhphu.vn/Home/Govt-to-issue-EVISA-to-citizens-from-80-countries-since-July/20205/40248.vgp


Domestic

• Domestic flights and train travel are now being allowed.

• Health checks are being conducted at some border checkpoints between cities and

provinces.

• Ho Chi Minh City is categorising inbound travellers from Hanoi, Hai Duong, Bac Giang, Da

Nang, Quang Nam, and Quang Ngai into four groups to determine entry requirements.

Groups 1 and 2 are required to undergo centralised quarantine and COVID-19 testing upon

arrival. Group 3 required self-isolation, with groups 3 and 4 subject to COVID-19 testing

should they present symptoms.

Special Conditions

• The wearing of face masks is compulsory in public spaces and travellers face fines for

defying public safety protocols.

Wallis and

Futuna

International

• International air travel is significantly reduced.

• Those permitted entry will need to register with the ‘cell public information system’ (CIP),

undergo a COVID-19 test within 72 hours, and is subject to a 14-day quarantine period.




• A 14-day quarantine is not required of travellers permitted entry between Walls and

Futuna and New Caledonia.

• To enter the French Overseas Territories, you will need to complete a travel certificate.

There are different certificates for travel from mainland France to French overseas

territories or international travel from abroad to French overseas territories.

• Travellers must present two affidavits to the airline before leaving Wallis. One certifying

that the traveller does not have symptoms of Covid-19 infection and that he is not aware

of having been in contact with a confirmed case of Covid-19 in the fourteen days preceding

the flight. The other specifying, on plain paper, the reason for the trip, accompanied by the

relevant supporting documents.

Domestic

• Internal coronavirus restrictions have been eased as per the directive of French

authorities.

Special Conditions

• Social distancing and reduced gathering sizes are applicable.

Western

Sahara

International

• Western Sahara has suspended all international and domestic flights and ferries until

further notice.

Domestic

• Travel restrictions for Morocco apply to much of Western Sahara.

• Individuals must stay at home and restrict movement unless shopping for essentials and

going to work if unable to work from home.

• Those leaving their homes must carry a document at all times declaring their reasoning for

being outside.


Special Conditions

• Wearing a face mask in public is compulsory and anyone seen violating this order could

face one to three months in prison.

Yemen International

• Yemen has closed its land borders and suspended most regular international flights until

further notice.

• Air Djibouti, Air France, and Ethiopian Airlines are operating select flights between Djibouti

and Aden.

• All travellers arriving into Yemen are required to enter quarantine facilities for 14 days.

Domestic

• Movement from Aden to other regions is likely to be restricted.

• A partial overnight curfew is in effect for Aden and other major cities under its control.

• Mahra Governorate has lifted a night-time curfew in the capital after health facilities reported fewer infections and deaths.

• In Hadramout Governorate, local authorities have reduced curfew hours and allowed

mosques to reopen for prayers, while advising people to follow social distancing rules, and

wear masks and gloves. The curfew was adjusted from 14:00-06:00 to 20:00-04:00.

• The government has a limited ability to test and treat cases of Covid-19 due to the ongoing

humanitarian crisis in Yemen.

• Some areas have designated quarantine camps. These can vary in both quality and access

to medical provision.

Special Conditions

• The Houthi Cabinet is allowing restaurants, wedding halls, public baths, parks, and playgrounds to reopen.

Zambia International

• All airports are open to flights, though availability of international flights remains limited.

Regional airports have also re-opened.

• All tourist visas have been suspended until further notice. Travellers arriving with a visitor

visa, or applying for a visitor visa on arrival nor non-essential purpose will not be permitted

entry.

• Non-tourist visas or permits are subject to the approval from the Ministry of Health

following a health screening upon arrival.

• Anyone entering Zambia maybe tested for COVID-19 by nasal swab. This is in addition to

the requirement for individuals to show proof that they have tested negative for COVID-19

in the 14 days before their arrival.

• All passengers must self-isolate for 14 days at their residence or preferred place of stay

after arrival.

• Anyone entering Zambia with symptoms of COVID-19 will be taken to government facilities

for treatment and quarantine.

• International train and bus services are suspended.

• Land borders are open.

Domestic

• Domestic flights and trains are operating reduced services.


Special Conditions

• Public gatherings of more than 5 people, who are not a family, need written approval from

the local authority.

• It is compulsory to wear a face mask whenever you are in public spaces.

• Restaurants, gyms, and casinos are allowed to reopen although bars and taverns remain

closed.

Zimbabwe International

• Border crossings are closed except for the transportation of cargo, returning residents, and

other essential reasons.

• International flights are expected to resume in the country from 1 October. All travellers

will be required to have a PCR (polymerase chain reaction) COVID-19 clearance certificate

issued by a recognised facility within 48 hours from the date of departure.

• Travellers with any signs and symptoms of COVID-19 will be subject to isolation at a

medical facility upon arrival.

• Ethiopian Airlines reports it has resumed flights from Harare to the United States. Flight

schedules and costs are subject to change. Travellers should confirm all flight details with

Ethiopian Airlines when making reservations.

Domestic

• A renewed national lockdown has been announced and the nationwide curfew has been amended to between 20:00-06:00 local time. The lockdown will be enforced by the country’s security forces, including the military and police.

• Domestic flights have resumed. All travellers will be required to have a PCR (polymerase

chain reaction) COVID-19 clearance certificate issued by a recognised facility within 48

hours from the date of departure.

• Inter-city movement has resumed.

Special Conditions

• Businesses are required to close by 16:30 local time.

• Gatherings of over 50 people are banned.

• It is compulsory to wear a face mask whenever you are outside in public.

• Vegetable markets in the country should open for six days with mandatory closure on the

seventh day to allow for disinfection.

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