Tajikistan: COVID-19 measures remain in place nationwide, as of Jan. 29 /update 8

Tajikistan maintaining COVID-19-related measures as of Jan. 29; business and travel disruptions continue.

Event

Authorities in Tajikistan are maintaining measures imposed to combat the spread of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) as of Jan. 29. All international travelers are required to produce evidence of a negative COVID-19 test taken within the previous 72 hours on arrival. Individuals who do not meet this requirement may be placed in a state-run quarantine facility for up to 14 days, or until a negative COVID-19 test result is returned. Limited passenger flights are operating including with Uzbekistan, UAE, Germany, Turkey, and Russia. Land borders with Afghanistan, China, Kyrgyzstan, and Uzbekistan are currently closed, though some border crossings with Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan are open for freight vehicles.

Domestically, nonessential businesses, including shopping centers, markets, and restaurants, are operating subject to social-distancing mandates. Mosques are permitted to reopen as of Feb. 1. Some hotels are closed due to low demand. Facemasks are mandatory in public places, including in vehicles and on public transport.

All restrictions are subject to amendment at short notice in response to government reviews.

Advice

Follow all official instructions. Abide by national health and safety measures. Reconfirm all travel arrangements. Consider delaying traveling if experiencing symptoms associated with COVID-19, as they may prompt increased scrutiny and delays. Liaise with trusted contacts for further updates and guidance. Maintain contact with your diplomatic representation. Ensure contingency plans account for further disruptive measures or extensions of current restrictions. Reconsider and reconfirm nonemergency health appointments.