032521 – COVID-19 Report

This report intends to give the UTD Community a snapshot of the impact, preventative measures, and travel restrictions due to COVID-19 as reported by the linked official sources from the U.S. and other countries.

Be aware that reported travel restrictions impacting international travel to specific countries may not apply the same to travelers from all countries.

Please note the revision date (mmddyy) of this report, printed on the title of the post, and go to the direct sources listed for the most up-to-date information.  The information in this report may change without prior notice.

Impact

• Bermuda * DOS * Exercise increased caution in Bermuda due to COVID related conditions. Read the Department of State’s COVID-19 page before you plan any international travel.  The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a Level 2 Travel Health Notice for Bermuda due to COVID-19.  Bermuda has resumed most transportation options, (including airport operations and re-opening of borders) and business operations. Visit the Embassy’s COVID-19 page for more information on COVID-19 in Bermuda.
• Burundi * DOS * Reconsider travel to Burundi due to COVID-19, crime, health, and political violence. Read the Department of State’s COVID-19 page before you plan any international travel.  The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a Level 3 Travel Health Notice for Burundi due to COVID-19.     Burundi has resumed most transportation options, (including airport operations and re-opening of borders) and business operations (including day cares and schools). Other improved conditions have been reported within Burundi. Visit the Embassy’s COVID-19 page for more information on COVID-19 in Burundi.
• Chad * DOS * Reconsider travel to Chad due to COVID-19, elections, crime, terrorism, kidnapping and minefields. Read the Department of State’s COVID-19 page before you plan any international travel.   The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a Level 4 Travel Health Notice for Chad due to COVID-19. Chad has curfews that vary according to location. Transportation options, including flights, and business operations may be closed or limited. Visit the Embassy’s COVID-19 page for more information on COVID-19 in Chad.
• Grenada * DOS * Exercise increased caution in Grenada due to health and safety measures and COVID-related conditions.   Read the Department of State’s COVID-19 page before you plan any international travel.   The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a Level 1 Travel Health Notice for Grenada due to COVID-19. Grenada has resumed most transportation options, (including airport operations and re-opening of borders) and business operations (including day cares and schools).  Other improved conditions have been reported within Grenada. Visit the Embassy’s COVID-19 page for more information on COVID-19 in Grenada.
• Hungary * DOS * Reconsider travel to Hungary due to COVID-19. Read the Department of State’s COVID-19 page before you plan any international travel.  The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a Level 4 Travel Health Notice for Hungary due to COVID-19.  Limited transportation options are available, and some businesses are operating, usually with significant restrictions. Quarantine measures or entry restrictions are in place for most U.S. citizen travelers. Visit the Embassy’s COVID-19 page for more information on COVID-19 in Hungary.
• Japan * DOS * Reconsider travel to Japan due to COVID-19. Read the Department of State’s COVID-19 page before you plan any international travel. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a Level 3 Travel Health Notice for Japan due to COVID-19.  Japan has resumed most business operations (including day cares and schools). COVID-19 is still a serious concern in Tokyo and across many areas of Japan, and restrictions on entry remain in effect. Visit the Embassy’s COVID-19 page for more information on COVID-19 in Japan. 
• Mauritius * DOS * Reconsider Travel to Mauritius due to COVID-19. Read the Department of State’s COVID-19 page before you plan any international travel.  The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has not issued a Travel Health Notice for Mauritius due to lack of available COVID-19 data. Mauritius has instituted stay at home orders, and transportation options and business operations are limited. Visit the Embassy’s COVID-19 page for more information on COVID-19 in Mauritius.
• Papua New Guinea * GOV.AU * There is widespread community transmission of COVID-19 across a number of districts and provinces. It is a serious health risk and is impacting the capacity of local health services.
• Trinidad and Tobago * DOS * Reconsider travel to Trinidad and Tobago due to restricted travel options put in place to prevent COVID-19. Exercise increased caution in Trinidad and Tobago due to crime, terrorism, and kidnapping. Some areas have increased risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory. Read the Department of State’s COVID-19 page before you plan any international travel.
• Uganda * DOS * Reconsider travel to Uganda due to COVID-19. Exercise increased caution in Uganda due to crime. Read the Department of State’s COVID-19 page before you plan any international travel.   The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a level 2 Travel Health Notice for Uganda due to COVID-19. Uganda has resumed most internal transportation options, and the international airport is open for regular travel. Most business operations have resumed, however some day cares and schools remain closed. Other improved conditions have been reported within Uganda. Visit the Embassy’s COVID-19 page for more information on COVID-19 in Uganda.
• World * Communicable disease threats report, 14-20 March 2021, week 11 * COVID-19. Update of the week. Since week 2021-9 and as of week 2021-10, 3 107 830 new cases of COVID-19 (in accordance with the applied case definitions and testing strategies in the affected countries) and 60 723 new deaths have been reported. Globally, since 31 December 2019 and as of week 2021-10, 120 268 427 cases of COVID-19 have been reported, including 2 659 802 deaths. In the EU/EEA, 24 175 984 cases have been reported, including 577 310 deaths.

Preventative Measures

• Angola * GOV.UK * Travel in the country is possible, but requires a rapid COVID-19 test. Air passengers can undertake a rapid COVID-19 test at domestic airports. Test documentation will be checked at all provincial borders. Test results are deemed to be valid for 7 days. Passengers travelling for longer than 7 days will need to undertake further tests as necessary, to continue to move around the country.
• Antigua and Barbuda * GC.CA * Preventative measures and restrictions are in place, including a nationwide curfew from 8 p.m. to 5 a.m.
• Antigua and Barbuda * GOV.UK * A State of Emergency is in place. Under these measures: from 8pm on 15 March until 15 April all persons must remain in their accommodation from 8pm to 5am each day unless seeking urgent medical attention. Face masks must be worn in any public place and must be worn for entry in to any supermarket or market. Face masks must cover nose and mouth, leave eyes, forehead, and ears visible, and cannot be worn at the same time as head coverings or dark glasses. Until 15 April all bars and gyms are closed.
• Argentina * GOV.UK * In Argentina, measures to control the spread of COVID-19 have been extended until at least midnight on 9 April. The whole of the country is now in a phase of mandatory social distancing. The restrictions imposed may vary between jurisdictions.
• Barbados * GC.CA * Preventative measures and restrictions are in place, including a daily nationwide curfew from 9 p.m. to 6 a.m. until further notice. You must wear a face covering in public and private common areas.
• Bosnia and Herzegovina * GOV.UK * Shops are largely open although may be operating reduced hours and with social distancing restrictions. Further changes could be introduced at short notice. Keep up to date with information from your tour operator, transport or accommodation provider on the impact on any existing travel plans.
• Bosnia and Herzegovina * GOV.UK * The authorities in Sarajevo introduced restrictions on movement between 9pm and 5am for two weeks from 19 March 2021. You should follow the advice of all levels of authority as restrictions may be introduced without notice.
• Brazil * GC.CA * Preventative measures are in place. Various states have implemented movement restrictions, curfews and general containments. Commercial airspace closures can be imposed without warning. You must wear a face covering in public and in some private sector areas providing essential services such as supermarkets in various cities, including in São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, Belo Horizonte and Brasília.
• British Virgin Islands * GOV.UK * British Virgin Islands waters are open to internal traffic.
• Bulgaria * GOV.UK * Additional measures, in place between 22 and 31 March, include the following: amusement and gambling halls, restaurants, fast food establishments, and cafes will be closed. Only take away and home deliveries are allowed. In hotels, only room service is allowed. establishments in shopping centres will be closed except for: grocery stores, pharmacies, opticians, pet stores, dry cleaning services, banks, insurance and telecom operators’ offices. All stores with a retail area of more than 300 sq. m. will be closed, except for supermarkets. conferences, congresses, seminars, team buildings, exhibitions, and other public and cultural events with physical presence are not allowed. gyms, cinemas, museums, galleries, libraries, and concerts will be closed. organised transport, excursions, tours, and group visits to tourist sites in the country and abroad are suspended. Between 22 and 31 March, all in-person activities in educational institutions are suspended. This includes all classes from 1st to 12th grade, all higher education institutions, except for practical training and practical exams in the fields of medicine, dentistry, pharmacy and healthcare, all extracurricular activities, and all other activities organised in a school environment or outside for all age groups. All group classes in language centres and training centres are suspended. Additional restrictions on large gatherings of people (festivals, fairs, organised excursions) are in place in the Sofia municipality until 26 March.
• Bulgaria * GOV.UK * An Emergency Epidemic situation is in place until 30 April 2021. Various coronavirus measures and restrictions remain in force during this time. Additional measures are in force from 22 to 31 March.
• Cambodia * GOV.UK * On 11 March the Government of Cambodia brought in a law on “Preventive Measures Against the Spread of COVID-19 and Other Severe and Dangerous Contagious Diseases”. The Government has also launched a map with venues to avoid. We strongly recommend that you wear masks, clean your hands and maintain social distancing in all public places.
• Cambodia * GOV.AU * The Cambodian Government has imposed restrictions on travel to provinces including Sihanoukville, Siem Reap and Kep. Further movement restrictions may change at short notice. You’re strongly encouraged to wear masks outside and in gatherings for health and security reasons. Mask wearing may be made mandatory in certain locations at short notice. Australian Embassy diplomatic staff and their dependents are currently not permitted to travel to the provinces due to this (see ‘Travel’).
• Cape Verde * GOV.UK * Internal inter-island flights and passenger ferries are operational. If you’re travelling between islands, you’ll need to complete an online health surveillance form and you’ll need to present a COVID-19 (rapid antigen test) done in the last 72 hours before you travel from some of the islands.
• Curaçao * GC.CA * Preventative measures and restrictions are in place including a curfew from 9 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. You must wear a face covering in public transportation.
• Dominican Republic * GOV.UK * Exceptional curfew measures have been put in place for Good Friday (2 April 2021). On this day, the curfew will be from 7pm to 5am. Transit is permitted for the first three hours of curfew, i.e. until 10pm. The consumption of alcohol in public places or private places used for public use is strictly prohibited on 2, 3, and 4 April 2021.
• Eswatini * GOV.UK * From 12 March 2021, all retailers will be shut after 8pm. Gatherings remain prohibited except for funerals, community meetings, weddings, professional low-contact sports and religious services. Gatherings are limited to 2 hours, with a maximum of 100 people. It is compulsory to wear a mask everywhere, even when travelling alone in a vehicle. There is a requirement for 1.5 metres of social distance with others.
• France * GC.CA * A nationwide daily curfew is in effect from 7 p.m. to 6 a.m. You must be in possession of an exemption certificate to justify any essential travel during the curfew. You must wear a mask in all outdoor and indoor public spaces. Localized measures: From March 20, 2021, a general containment will be in effect in the following departments: l’Aisne, les Alpes-Maritimes, l’Essonne, l’Eure, les Hauts-de-Seinele, Nord, l’Oise, Paris, le Pas-de-Calais, la Seine-et-Marne, la Seine-Maritime, la Seine-Saint-Denis, la Somme, le Val-de-Marne, le Val-d’Oise, les Yvelines. In these departments, you must justify any exterior activity with a certificate, and it must take place within a 10 km radius of your home. Inter-regional travel is prohibited except for compelling or professional reasons. Stricter measures could be put in place in other departments or cities. Check with the local Prefecture to find out what specific measures apply to your location. If you violate the restrictions, you could be fined for endangering public health.
• France * GOV.UK * A national curfew is in place from 7pm to 6am. Exemptions from the curfew are very limited and only apply for those with medical needs, caring responsibilities or working in roles which cannot be done from home. Attestations (or self-certificates) to leave the house during curfew hours are available on the French Interior Ministry website and through the ‘Tous anti-Covid’ digital app. You should check the French government’s COVID 19 pages (in French) for more information.
• France * GOV.AU * Some areas in France, including Paris and surrounding areas, have put in force strict local lockdown measures. Travel outside of your home during the lockdown is allowed for essential reasons only. A nationwide curfew remains in place.
• Georgia * GOV.UK * Museums and gyms have re-opened; theatres will re-open from 1 April. Indoor restaurants have re-opened. Delivery/drive-through services operate every day of the week. Kindergartens and classroom schooling has resumed although distance learning remains in some cases. Shopping malls and open-air markets have re-opened at weekends as well as weekdays. Systematic COVID testing of staff working in trading, catering and teaching professions is taking place. Working from home continues to be recommended where possible.
• Greece * GC.CA * Preventative measures and restrictions are in place and a nationwide curfew is in effect from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m. It is forbidden to travel between regional units. You must request a movement permission to exit your residence between 5 a.m. and 9 p.m. You must wear a face covering in all public spaces. If you violate the restrictions, you could be fined for endangering public health.
• Greece * GOV.UK * Stricter measures are now in force on essential movements, as of 6am Thursday 4 March. These apply across all of Greece, regardless of category. Certification of movement under the following categories can only be made for journeys within the limits of one’s municipality or within a 2km radius of one’s residence, whichever is further from one’s residence: Going to the pharmacy; Supply of basic goods; Going to the bank, public sector agencies. Certification of movement under category 6 – physical exercise of walking a pet, is restricted to activities that take place by foot or by bicycle. One cannot travel by car or motorcycle to another location in order to exercise.
• Guatemala * GOV.UK * On 18 March, the Government of Mexico decided to partially close its land borders with Guatemala, the United States and Belize as a preventive measure against Covid-19. This measure applies to land transit of non-essential activities and will be in place from 19 March to 21 April. For more information on the current restrictions, please contact the Mexican Embassy in Guatemala.
• India * GOV.UK * Coronavirus cases in many parts of India are currently on the rise. Further restrictions may be implemented at short notice and may vary between states. New restrictions may involve the requirement to present Covid-19 negative tests to enter some states, random testing in public areas including at malls and restaurants and night curfews. Before undertaking inter-state travel in India you should check local media and guidance issued by local authorities on entry requirements and other testing/quarantine restrictions.
• Italy * GOV.UK * More stringent measures are in place for orange and red zones. From 15 March until 6 April, all regions, with the exception of Sardegna, have been designated orange or red zones. During the Easter weekend, 3 to 5 April, all regions, with the exception of Sardegna, will be in the red zone. Travel to or from ’red zones’ should only be for work, health or emergency reasons. You should carry a self-declaration when moving around in a red zone. In red and orange zones, bars and eateries are closed and only shops selling essential items are open. Eateries can provide a takeaway service for delivery between 5am and 10pm.
• Italy * GOV.UK * More stringent measures are in place for orange and red zones. From 15 March until 6 April, all regions, with the exception of Sardegna, have been designated orange or red zones. During the Easter weekend, 3 to 5 April, all regions, with the exception of Sardegna, will be in the red zone.
• Japan * GOV.UK * The Government of Japan has now lifted its State of Emergency in all prefectures. Some businesses may continue to operate with reduced hours. Measures encouraging social distancing, wearing masks in public, avoiding closed spaces, and other basic precautions remain in place. Controls may be further strengthened as necessary. You should follow the instructions of your local authority.
• Japan * GOV.AU * The state of emergency will remain in place until 21 March in 4 of Japan’s 47 prefectures (Tokyo, Kanagawa, Saitama and Chiba). Monitor media and be alert to the advice of local authorities (see ‘Travel’).
• Jordan * GC.CA * Preventative measures and restrictions are in place: A daily curfew is in effect from 7 p.m. to 6 a.m. A 24-hour curfew is enforced on Fridays. You must wear a face covering and gloves in closed public spaces. If you violate the restrictions, you could be fined for endangering public health.
• Kenya * GOV.UK * On 12 March 2021, the Government of Kenya extended the nationwide curfew by a further 60 days. The curfew is in effect from 10pm to 4am (local time). During curfew hours, everyone must stay at home or indoors, except for essential service workers.
• Lithuania * GOV.UK * From 16 March, movement in and out of some municipalities has been relaxed. However, movement is still restricted for Biržai district, Klaipėda city, Kupiškis district, Marijampolė, Neringa, Panevėžys city, Panevėžys district, Šalčininkai district, Širvintos district, Švenčionys district, Trakai district, Utena district, Varėna district, Vilnius city, Vilnius district and Visaginas, until at least 1 April. Movement to and from these municipalities will only be permitted for work, emergency medical treatment, to care for sick/vulnerable people, to prepare for/attend the funeral of a close relative or to move to an owned property outside or primary municipality of residence. Checkpoints are in operation throughout Lithuania. If you are travelling to a different municipality, you should carry evidence of the reason for your journey.
• Malaysia * GOV.AU * Malaysia has introduced a number of restrictions in response to COVID-19, which vary across locations and can change rapidly (see ‘Travel’). The restrictions vary across locations and can change rapidly (see ‘Travel’). Remain aware of what restrictions are in place at your location and follow the advice of local authorities. You must maintain social distance and wear a face mask in public spaces and on public transportation. Foreigners, including visitors and long term foreign residents, have been arrested and charged for breaching COVID-19 restrictions, including failure to socially distance in public places and being present in a venue that is suspected of breaching current rules.
• Malta * GOV.UK * A maximum of 2 households are allowed to meet indoors, although it is recommended not to gather in private residences. Those found to be breaching the limit will be fined 100 Euros.
• Mauritania * GOV.AU * A nationwide curfew is in place from midnight to 6am. Local authorities recommend that you avoid public gatherings, maintain social distancing and wear a mask.
• Mongolia * GOV.UK * Precautionary measures introduced by the Mongolian authorities include: restrictions on public gatherings, fines for not wearing a mask in public, the suspension of all international commercial air and rail routes until at least 31 March 2021. You should check the status of any upcoming flights or trains into and out of Mongolia with your airline, the closure to foreign nationals of road crossings between Mongolia and Russia, the closure of all borders between China and Mongolia until further notice, the cancellation of all domestic flights. In addition to the above, Ulaanbaatar has been placed under a “orange ” alert status, effective from 6 am, March 15, 2021 until 6 am, March 28, 2021 ; under which the restriction of vehicle and pedestrian movements between 11 pm to 6 am applies (exempt are medical care, funerals, night flights, engineering supply work and special purpose transport).
• Montenegro * GOV.AU * A nationwide curfew remains in place from 9pm to 5am. Additional restrictions are in place in Budva, Podgorica, Niksic, Kotor, Cetinje, Herzeg Novi, Ulcinj, Pluzine, Plevlja, Bar, Bijelo Polje, Mojkovac and Tivat municipalities. There’s a weekend ban on intercity public transport from 9pm Friday to 5am Monday. If you’re staying in Montenegro, follow the advice of local authorities.
• Peru * GC.CA * Preventative measures and restrictions are in place. Localized restrictions: A curfew is in effect from Monday to Saturday from 9 p.m. or 10p.m. to 4 a.m. and the whole day on Sundays in many regions.  You must wear a face covering in public and in private common areas.
• Peru * GOV.AU * A nationwide curfew and lockdown measures remain in place. (see Travel).
• Philippines * GC.CA * Preventative measures and restrictions are in place, including a curfew in effect in Metro Manila from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. until March 29, 2021. Other curfews, which hours vary, and general containments are also in effect in different areas throughout the country.
• Philippines * GOV.UK * Measures have been introduced by the Philippine government to prevent the spread of coronavirus; these differ across the country. The National Capital Region (Metro Manila), Bulacan, Cavite, Laguna and Rizal are currently under General Community Quarantine with additional restrictions. These measures include: Non-essential travel in and out of these areas is prohibited; All mass gatherings are prohibited; Mixing of households is strongly discouraged; Weddings, baptisms and funerals are limited to ten persons; Restaurants, cafes and other such establishments are to provide take out or delivery service only; Under 18s and over 65s are not allowed to go out unless for essential services; and A 10pm-5am curfew is imposed; Changes can be made at short notice so you should monitor the status in your local area. The wearing of face shields while on public and private transport is now mandatory. This includes but is not limited to trains, buses, jeepneys, taxis, boats and ships. The order also includes aeroplanes. You should check with your airline in advance whether they will provide a shield or whether you need to bring your own.
• Philippines * GOV.UK * Measures have been introduced by the Philippine government to prevent the spread of coronavirus; these differ across the country. The National Capital Region (Metro Manila), Bulacan, Cavite, Laguna and Rizal are currently under General Community Quarantine with additional restrictions. These measures include: Non-essential travel in and out of these areas is prohibited; All mass gatherings are prohibited; Mixing of households is strongly discouraged; Weddings, baptisms and funerals are limited to ten persons; Restaurants, cafes and other such establishments are to provide take out or delivery service only; Under 18s and over 65s are not allowed to go out unless for essential services; and A 10pm-5am curfew is imposed; Changes can be made at short notice so you should monitor the status in your local area.
• Poland * GOV.UK * The Polish government has strict sanitary rules and restrictions in place nationwide. From 20 March until at least 9 April tighter restrictions will be in place. The Polish Government advice is to stay at home where possible.
• Portugal * GOV.AU * There are still a high number of COVID-19 cases in Portugal and lockdown measures restricting certain activities are in place.
• Romania * GOV.AU * There’s an ongoing State of Alert in Romania. It’s mandatory to wear face masks in indoor and outdoor public spaces. A nationwide curfew is in place from 10pm to 5am. Other restrictions are in place for high risk locations.
• Rwanda * GOV.UK * From 16 March the following measures will be in place across Rwanda, and reviewed by the Government of Rwanda after two weeks, upon a health assessment: Movements are prohibited between 9pm – 4am. Movement between Kigali and other provinces and districts of the country has resumed, except for Bugesera, Nyanza and Gisagara districts. Both local and international tourists must possess negative COVID – 19 test results. Kigali International Airport remains open.
• Senegal * GOV.UK * As of midnight 19 March 2021 the state of public health disaster in the regions of Dakar and Thies has been lifted. This means there is no longer a curfew in place. However, wearing of masks in all public places (including in private vehicles) and social distancing measures must continue to be respected.
• Serbia * GOV.UK * Indoor and outdoor gatherings are limited to 5 people. Work organisations, schools and similar facilities are excluded from this but must limit numbers of people within the total square footage of the facility to 1 per 4sqm. Gyms, fitness clubs and spas must limit numbers to 16sqm per person. All other facilities that remain open must provide 8sqm per person. Restaurants, cafes, nightclubs, bars and shopping malls are closed except for takeaway and delivery. Restaurants and cafes in hotels may serve to registered guests until 9pm. Cultural venues such as theatres, cinema, galleries and libraries may open until 9pm. All other facilities may open until 8pm.
• Slovakia * GC.CA * Movement restrictions are in place from 5 a.m. to 1 a.m. and a strict curfew is in effect from 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. You must stay inside your home or accommodations unless you need to perform essential activities. You must wear a FFP2 face mask in all closed public spaces. You may need to present a negative COVID-19 test result to access certain essential services and public places. If you violate the restrictions, you could be fined for endangering public health.
• South Korea * GOV.UK * Mandatory COVID-19 PCR testing for foreign workers has been introduced in Seoul and some provinces, including Gyeonggi and South Jeolla. Fines may be imposed for violation of these local regulations. You should check and follow the information on the local government websites below. The British Embassy has raised concerns about this directive with the South Korean government, as well as with local administrations.
• South Korea (Republic of Korea) * GOV.AU * If you are a foreign worker in some provinces of South Korea, you must take a mandatory COVID-19 (PCR) test. If you violate this measure, you could be fined up to 2,000,000 KRW.
• Thailand * GOV.UK * Domestic travel options within Thailand are available but remain subject to disease control measures. If you are taking an internal flight in Thailand, you may be asked to download an app or complete additional travel documentation. You will be required to wear a face mask and follow other disease control measures when using public transport, including planes, trains, buses and taxis.
• Timor-Leste * GOV.AU * Timor-Leste has established an isolation zone restricting travel to and from Dili municipality until 3 April and you must remain at home except when necessary to leave. The government has set criteria for leaving home including to seek medical assistance, to participate in police or judicial processes, to purchase goods and essential services or to fulfil professional obligations that have not been waived by your employer. Isolation zones are in effect for the Fatumean Administrative Post area in Covalima municipality until 21 March; and the municipalities for Bacau and Viqueque until 29 March.
• Tunisia * GOV.AU * A curfew and other restrictions are in place. Follow the advice of local authorities.
• Turkey * GC.CA * Preventative measures and restrictions are in place. You must wear a face covering in public at all times, including on public transportation and in private vehicles with at least two occupants. These measures may vary depending on the province or city. A nationwide curfew is in effect from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m. If you are a Turkish citizen or a resident of Turkey, you must request and present a HES (Hayat Eve Sığar) code to perform several types of activities, including using public transportation, renting accommodations or accessing public buildings and spaces. This requirement does not apply to foreign tourists. You can obtain an HES code on the HES mobile app, on the e-Government website or by sending an SMS message to 2023. If you violate the restrictions, you could be fined for endangering public health.
• Turkey * GOV.AU * A nightly curfew between 9pm to 5am remains in place across Turkey. In provinces in ‘high’ and ‘very high’ risk categories for COVID-19, a curfew is in place from 9pm on Saturday to 5am on Monday (see ‘Travel’).
• Ukraine * GOV.UK * Coronavirus measures have been extended until 30 April 2021. As of 24 February, Ukraine is operating a colour-coded adaptive quarantine system on a regional (oblasts and Kyiv city) basis. The city of Kyiv is currently in the “red” zone. Some oblasts and cities have imposed additional measures beyond their official “zone”, and these measures may be imposed, and change, at short notice. You should check which restrictions apply to the places you intend to visit.
• Zimbabwe * GOV.UK * Zimbabwe is currently in indefinite lockdown. During this time, you are required to stay at home except to buy essential food or medicine, or seek essential healthcare within a 5km radius of where you are staying. Only certain categories of key workers are exempt. There is a curfew between 10pm to 5:30am, which is being enforced by the security services. You should comply with these requirements, wherever you are staying in Zimbabwe.

Travel Restrictions

• Austria * GOV.UK * Entry to Austria from the UK is currently forbidden by Austrian law, with some exceptions. See Entry requirements for more details
• Bolivia * GOV.UK * The government has announced that flights from Europe will now be suspended until 31 May 2021. More measures may be taken at short notice
• Cambodia * GOV.AU * To enter Cambodia you’ll need a pre-approved visa and proof of health insurance that covers COVID-19 treatment. You’ll also need evidence of a negative COVID-19 (PCR) test issued by your home country in the 72 hours before your departure.
• Croatia * GOV.UK * UK nationals travelling to Croatia from the UK, or any other non-EU/EEA country, are not currently permitted to enter the country due to Coronavirus measures. Restrictions are expected to remain in place until 31 March 2021.
• Equatorial Guinea * GOV.UK * Some airlines have resumed limited commercial flights to and from Malabo. Ethiopian Airlines is operating limited flights from Addis Ababa. Restrictions on the number of flights are in place. National carriers are allowed two weekly flights and international carriers are permitted one weekly flight.
• Ethiopia * GOV.UK * From 4am on 19 March, direct flights from Ethiopia to England are prohibited. Visitors who have been in or transited through Ethiopia in the previous 10 days cannot enter England. British and Irish nationals and third country nationals with residence rights in the UK arriving in England from Ethiopia will be required to quarantine in a hotel.
• France * GOV.UK * On 11 March, the French government announced it was easing restrictions on travel from the UK. From 12 March, arrivals no longer need to justify an essential reason to enter France. All other measures (such as the pre-departure testing requirement) remain in place and apply to all air, car, ferry and train passengers.
• France * GOV.AU * Entry and departure from France remains restricted depending on the country you’re coming from or going to. Entry into France from a country of low risk, including Australia, is now allowed. A COVID-19 (PCR) test is required to enter France. These measures can change at short notice (see ‘Travel’). If you’re travelling to or from France you should contact your closest embassy or consulate of France for further details, and monitor the French Government’s COVID-19 pages.
• French Polynesia * GOV.AU * You must seek approval to travel to and from French Polynesia. You need to provide supporting documents to the French High Commission in French Polynesia at least six days before your flight. You must present your boarding clearance and other relevant documents from local authorities at check-in. All arrivals over the age of 11 are required to pay a contribution towards their quarantine costs. Measures may change at short notice (see ‘Travel’).
• Georgia * GOV.UK * For foreign citizens who were legally in Georgia before 14 March 2020, the Georgian Government has extended the period that their entry permits remain valid until 1 July 2021, provided the overstay was caused by one of the following circumstances, which must be documented: if the person’s home country was a COVID high risk zone, if there were border restrictions in the person’s home country, if the person was in hospital or self-isolating for health reasons, if the person could not leave Georgia due to cancelled flights. If you were legally in Georgia by 14 March and wish to renew your stay without applying for a residence card, you will need to book an appointment at Public Service Hall. You should attend your appointment with a Georgian-speaker as you will need to make your renewal application and be interviewed in Georgian. Your application must include the reason why you could not renew your visa in time. The fee is 50 lari (approx. £13). Public Service Hall will review the case and make a decision within three days on whether, and if so, for how long to renew your visa.
• Germany * GOV.UK *  The German government has also imposed a general ban on commercial travel from designated virus variant areas for all non-residents until at least 31 March 2021.
• Ghana * GOV.AU * COVID-19 restrictions are in place. International commercial flights to Ghana have resumed. All land and sea borders remain closed to regular commercial passenger travel. You’ll need to present a negative COVID-19 (PCR) test result taken no more than three days before arrival and be screened and tested when you arrive. Prior to travel to Ghana, a COVID-19 test pre-payment must be made online (see Travel). Follow the advice of local authorities.
• Gibraltar * GOV.UK * Only specified categories of people are currently permitted to enter Gibraltar by air – these include registered Gibraltarians, residents of Gibraltar, Spanish nationals and residents in transit to Spain, and those working in Gibraltar. Full details of all those eligible to enter Gibraltar may be found in the Technical Notice issued by the Government of Gibraltar. In addition, travellers must present proof of a negative result from a PCR test taken within 72 hours prior to arrival in Gibraltar, or take a fast test on arrival at Gibraltar Airport. As well as restrictions on arrivals by air into Gibraltar, only specified categories of people are currently permitted to enter Spain via Gibraltar. Spain have extended current travel restrictions from the UK until 6pm (GMT+1) on 30 March 2021. While restrictions are in place you will only be able to enter Spain via Gibraltar if you are a Spanish national, you are legally resident in Spain or Gibraltar or a cross border worker. You will be asked to show documentation to prove you meet the criteria above.
• Iceland * GOV.UK * From 26 March, you will be allowed entry if you have a valid certificate of previous COVID-19 infection or of vaccination approved by the Icelandic Authorities. If you hold one of these certificates you will be exempt from pre testing, testing on arrival and or quarantine requirements. However, Border Control will evaluate whether the certificate is valid and correct. If you present a document that is deemed invalid then you must undergo the double testing and quarantine requirements.
• Japan * GOV.AU * Entry to foreign nationals remains suspended. Travellers from Australia with valid Japanese residency and re-entry permits may enter but must present a negative COVID-19 (PCR) test result taken within 72 hours of departure for Japan. You must also make a “Written Pledge” and install a video call and location-based app onto your smart phone upon arrival for monitoring during your two-week quarantine period. You’ll be contacted by video call by government officials every day to confirm your location and if you have symptoms. Those who do not own a smartphone will be requested to rent one.
• Jordan * GOV.AU * If you’re travelling to Jordan, you’ll need to have COVID-19 (PCR) tests conducted at your country of departure within 72 hours of travel and on arrival in Jordan. You’ll need to register on the Gateway 2 Jordan website in advance if you’re planning to arrive through a land crossing.
• Laos * GOV.UK * If your return journey to the UK transits another country, you should check whether it is subject to a travel ban or any other additional requirements, before committing to flights. Restrictions are liable to change and therefore you should stay up to date with our travel advice for countries that you will be transiting.
• Latvia * GOV.UK * From 17 March 2021, everyone entering Latvia from outside the EU, EEA, Switzerland and the UK by land, sea or air must pay for and take another COVID-19 test immediately on arrival. If the test is negative, you will need to self-isolate for 10 days in your place of residence. If the test is positive, you must quarantine yourself at your own expense at a hotel approved by the Latvian government.
• Latvia * GOV.UK * From 17 March 2021, everyone entering Latvia from outside the EU, EEA, Switzerland and the UK by land, sea or air must pay for and take another COVID-19 test immediately on arrival. If the test is negative, you will need to self-isolate for 10 days in your place of residence. If the test is positive, you must quarantine yourself at your own expense at a hotel approved by the Latvian government.
• Lithuania * GOV.UK * British nationals travelling to Lithuania in private vehicles must either have a COVID-19 PCR/antigen test no earlier than 72 hours before arrival or register for PCR/antigen test within 24 hours of their arrival in Lithuania.
• Malaysia * GOV.AU * Expired social visit pass (tourist visa) holders will be permitted to leave Malaysia without incurring any penalties or enforcement action up to 14 working days from the expiry of the original RMCO period. Contact your airline or travel provider to organise options to depart Malaysia as soon as you can. There is no guarantee of any further extensions without penalty.
• Mali * GOV.AU * To enter or leave Mali, you’ll either need to present a negative COVID-19 (PCR) test certificate, taken no more than 72 hours before travel, or be tested on arrival at the airport (see ‘Travel’). The Australian High Commission in Accra has very limited capacity to provide consular assistance in Mali.
• Mauritania * GOV.UK * You must take a PCR test dated within 5 days before arrival and show evidence of the negative test result, with the date of the test clearly labelled. You should not use the NHS testing service to facilitate your travel to another country. You should take a private test. Non-Mauritanian nationals that arrive without a PCR test will not be allowed to enter the country and will be obliged to immediately return to their country of origin. You must wear a face-mask on arrival. You must complete an individual health declaration on arrival. You will undergo a contactless temperature check on arrival. If you have a temperature upon arrival, you must agree to a PCR or rapid antigen test. While waiting for the test result you must self-isolate at your place of residence or hotel at your own expense. If you are arriving from the UK, South Africa, Brazil, or another country identified as a source of new COVID-19 variants, you must quarantine at your own expense in a hotel or your place of residence for 14 days. You must then take a PCR test in Mauritania, and if this is negative, you can exit quarantine. See Coronavirus for more information.
• Mauritania * GOV.AU * Restrictions are in place for travel to Mauritania, including a requirement to present a negative COVID-19 (PCR) test result taken no more than five days before travel. You’ll be required to self-isolate for 10 days after arrival. Limited flights into and from Mauritania are available. Contact your airline or travel provider for further information.
• Mauritius * GOV.UK * If you are arriving in England from Mauritius on or after 4am on 19 March you will no longer be required to quarantine in a managed quarantine hotel. However, you will need to self-isolate on your arrival, unless you have a valid exemption.
• Mexico * GOV.UK * On 18 March, the Government of Mexico partially closed its land borders with the United States, Guatemala and Belize as a preventive measure against Covid-19. This measure applies to non-essential travel across land borders and will be in place from 19 March to 21 April. International air travel is not affected. If you were planning to enter Mexico by land from any of these countries, you can contact the Mexican Embassy or Consulates in that country for more information on the current restrictions.
• Montenegro * GOV.UK * Montenegrin citizens and holders of Montenegrin residence permits coming from those countries will be allowed to enter without a valid test or proof of vaccination, but will be required to self-isolate for 14-days, as long as they have not travelled to other countries within the last 14 days. If you notice symptoms of a respiratory infection you must follow the guidelines of the Institute of Public Health, which include contacting a local epidemiological service. The guidance and contact details of epidemiological services are available in English from Institute of Public Health.
• Montenegro * GOV.AU * If you’re flying to Montenegro, you’ll need a PCR test no more than 48 hours old, or ICG test results no more than 30 days old, or proof of full vaccination at least seven days prior to arrival. Travellers from Serbia, Croatia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo and Albania are exempt.
• Netherlands * GOV.UK * The additional temporary travel ban for all passenger flights and passenger ferries from the United Kingdom that came into effect on 23 January 2021, was lifted on 9 March 2021. The entry restrictions introduced on 1 January 2021 remain in place.
• Oman * GOV.UK * The Omani authorities have announced a ban on direct flights from the UK to Oman with effect from 8am UK time on 19 March. In addition, any travellers who have been to or transited through the UK in the last 14 days cannot enter Oman.
• Oman * GOV.UK * From 4am on 19 March, direct flights from Oman to England are prohibited. Visitors who have been in or transited through Oman in the previous 10 days cannot enter England. British and Irish nationals and third country nationals with residence rights in the UK arriving in England from the Oman will be required to quarantine in a hotel.
• Pakistan * GOV.UK * On 20 March, the Pakistan government announced that entry restrictions for inbound travellers from the UK will be lifted from 0001 hours on 23 March.
• Pakistan * GOV.UK * On 20 March, the Pakistan government announced that entry restrictions for inbound travellers from the UK will be lifted from 0001 hours on 23 March.
• Papua New Guinea * GOV.AU * Flights to Cairns and charter flights to Australia are suspended. Passenger flights to Brisbane are still operating on a 25 per cent reduced capacity. Contact your airline or travel provider for information. See ‘Travel’. Follow the advice of local authorities and take care to minimise your risk of exposure to COVID-19. Register with DFAT if you are experiencing difficulties returning to Australia.
• Peru * GOV.AU * If you’re travelling to Peru, you’ll need to carry proof of a negative COVID-19 (PCR) test result and a health affidavit form, both completed within 72 hours of boarding your flight. You’ll need to quarantine for 14 days or test negative for COVID again on arrival. If you’ve visited the United Kingdom, South Africa or Brazil in the last 14 days, you’re not allowed to enter Peru.
• Philippines * GC.CA * The Philippines has imposed a ban on entry to foreigners until April 19, 2021. As a foreign national, you won’t be allowed entry to the country, unless exceptional circumstances. It is your responsibility to verify this information with the appropriate foreign diplomatic office and to ask if you may be allowed entry, based on your individual circumstances.
• Philippines * GOV.UK * Effective 22 March – 21 April, entry to the Philippines is prohibited except for: Overseas Filipinos or Overseas Filipino Workers; foreign nationals holding a valid 9(e) or 47(a)(2) visa; foreign nationals under the “Green Lanes” programme providing they hold a valid 9(c) crew list visa; foreign spouses and children of Filipino citizens travelling with them providing they hold valid visas; and emergency/humanitarian cases.
• Portugal * GOV.UK * If you are arriving in England from Portugal (including the autonomous regions of Madeira and Azores) on or after 4am on 19 March you will no longer be required to quarantine in a managed quarantine hotel. However, you will need to self-isolate on your arrival, unless you have a valid exemption.
• Portugal * GOV.AU * Some countries have bans or restrictions on travellers entering from Portugal. If you’re departing Portugal, check the entry rules in any transit locations and your final destination. You’ll be required to provide a negative COVID-19 (PCR) test before boarding a flight to Portugal. Crossings at the land border with Spain are suspended, except for workers, freight and people returning to their normal place of residence.
• Qatar * GOV.UK * From 4am on 19th March, direct flights from Qatar to England are prohibited, different rules apply for Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. Check with your travel company for the latest information about commercial flights operating to and from Qatar.
• Qatar * GOV.UK * From 4am on 19 March, direct flights from Qatar to England are prohibited. Visitors who have been in or transited through Qatar in the previous 10 days cannot enter England. British and Irish nationals and third country nationals with residence rights in the UK arriving in England from Qatar will be required to quarantine in a hotel.
• Romania * GOV.AU * Romania has temporarily suspended entry into the country for all non-EU citizens. Depending on the country of departure, you must have a COVID-19 (RT-PCR) test up to 72 hours prior to arrival and quarantine for up to 10 days at home (see ‘Travel’).
• Russia * GOV.UK * On 21 December 2020 the Russian government announced the suspension of direct flights between the UK and Russia. On 16 March 2021 the Russian authorities announced that the suspension would be in force until 11:59pm on 16 April 2021. Check with your travel company for the latest information.
• Slovakia * GOV.UK * From 20 March until at least 28 April, travel abroad for recreational purposes is prohibited, and breaches of the rule could incur a fine of up to 1000 euros. You should expect extra checks and possible delays at borders and airports when leaving Slovakia, and you may be asked to show documentary evidence that your journey is essential.
• Somalia * GOV.UK * A negative COVID-19 test, taken no more than 96 hours before travel, is required for exit from Somalia. A negative COVID-19 test, taken no more than 96 hours before travel, is required for entry into Somaliland. If you do not have this evidence on arrival, then you may have to spend 14 days in quarantine at your own expense in a government approved facility.
• Somalia * GOV.UK * From 4am on 19 March, visitors who have been in or transited through Somalia (including Somaliland) in the previous 10 days cannot enter England. British and Irish nationals, and third country nationals with residence rights in the UK arriving in England from Somalia will be required to quarantine in a hotel.
• Sri Lanka * GOV.UK * The Government of Sri Lanka has announced that the temporary restriction on travel originating from the UK to Sri Lanka has been lifted. Entry to Sri Lanka is subject to 14 days quarantine and PCR tests determined by the Health Authorities.
• Timor-Leste * GOV.UK * The Government of Timor-Leste has extended the temporary closure of its airports, ports and land borders to 2 April 2021. The decision has been made under the State of Emergency, due to a recent increase in imported COVID-19 cases.
• Timor-Leste * GOV.AU * A State of Emergency is in place. Entry restrictions apply to all travellers and can change with little notice. You’ll need proof of a negative COVID-19 (PCR) test to enter. If you travel to Timor-Leste, you’ll need to complete at least 14 days quarantine at a location determined by authorities, likely at your own expense, as well as mandatory COVID-19 testing. Licences and visas remain valid during the State of Emergency, regardless of their stated expiry date.
• Tonga * GOV.UK * A State of Emergency was declared on 20 March 2020 by the government of the Kingdom of Tonga. This has been renewed until 8pm on 12 April 2021. Tongan borders are closed for entry to all foreign nationals, except if authorisation has been granted by the relevant Tongan government authority.
• Tunisia * GOV.AU * All visitors to Tunisia are required to undertake a mandatory 48-hour self-isolation period upon arrival, regardless of where you travel from. Proof of a negative COVID-19 (PCR) test taken within 72 hours before departure is required. Self-isolation can end if you have a negative PCR test result taken after the initial 48 hours, if not, a 14-day period applies.
• Turkey * GOV.AU * If you’re travelling to Turkey, you’ll need to complete an online form in the 72 hours prior to travel, as well as present proof of a negative COVID-19 (PCR) test taken within 72 hours of boarding your flight.
• Uzbekistan * GOV.AU * If you’re entering Uzbekistan you must provide a certificate with a negative COVID-19 (PCR) test result taken in the 72 hours before arrival. The test can be in English or Russian (see ‘Travel’). Airports are open but international flights are very limited.
• Venezuela * GOV.UK * All travellers entering Venezuela must have a negative COVID-19 PCR test performed within 48 hours of boarding their incoming flight. All individuals will be subjected to a further COVID-19 PCR test at port of entry, to be administered by a service provider designated by local health authorities – this PCR test costs USD $60 (United States dollars) and is payable in cash only. If you test positive for COVID-19, you must follow instructions from the local health authorities in respect to quarantine and sanitary assistance.
• Zambia * GOV.UK * All visitors and returning residents must have proof of a negative COVID-19 test, 72 hours prior to entering Zambia.

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