Georgia: Authorities continue to gradually ease domestic COVID-19 restrictions as of March 22 /update 30

Georgia continues gradual easing of domestic COVID-19 restrictions as of March 22; international entry restrictions remain in effect.

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Authorities in Georgia continue to gradually ease domestic restrictions imposed to combat the spread of COVID-19 as of March 22. Many businesses and services including museums, libraries, catering establishments, fitness centers, and theaters have been permitted to reopen subject to strict hygiene and social distancing requirements.

A number of restrictions remain in force. A nationwide 21:00-05:00 curfew is still in place; residents may only leave their accommodations for essential purposes during curfew hours. Face coverings are mandatory in enclosed public spaces and on public transport nationwide. Social gatherings are limited to a maximum of 10 people.

International Travel
Air travel is permitted from EU-associated countries, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Bahrain, Belarus, Israel, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Qatar, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Tajikistan, Turkey, Turkmenistan, UK, Ukraine, US, UAE, and Uzbekistan. All such arrivals must have evidence of a negative COVID-19 polymerase chain reaction (PCR) test taken no more than 72 hours prior to departure and take a second test at their own expense within three days of their arrival. Travelers who have spent any time in the UK in the previous 14 days will be placed in quarantine for 12 days. Air travel is permitted from any country for individuals who have completed a full course of vaccination against COVID-19. Land borders are closed to foreigners. Returning Georgian residents must either produce a negative result from a COVID-19 PCR test taken no more than 72 hours prior to departure or self-isolate for eight days; a test may be taken three days after arrival at the traveler's expense.

Authorities could reimpose, extend, further ease, or otherwise amend any restrictions with little-to-no notice depending on disease activity over the coming weeks.

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.