25 Apr 2021 | 05:58 PM UTC
Burkina Faso: COVID-19 restrictions remain unchanged nationwide as of April 25 compared to measures in early March /update 14
COVID-19 restrictions in Burkina Faso remain largely unchanged as of April 25 compared to measures in early March.
Event
As of April 25, measures in place to curb the spread of COVID-19 in Burkina Faso remain largely unchanged in comparison to measure in effect early March. International commercial flights continue to operate from Thomas Sankara International Airport (OUA) and Bobo Dioulasso Airport (BOY). All travelers arriving in Burkina Faso must a negative result from a COVID-19 test taken no more than five days before arrival. Travelers without such documentation must submit to a test at the port of entry and face up to 14 days of quarantine at home or in a hotel of choice if the result is positive. Authorities also perform temperature checks at airports. Travelers departing the country must also present negative results from a COVID-19 test taken no more than five days before departure. Land borders remain closed; essential cargo transport continues but can be subject to delays.
Domestic flights are operating, with Air Burkina (2J) running at least two flights a day between OUA and BOY. All persons must wear facemasks in public nationwide. While no COVID-19-related curfews remain in effect, security-related curfews and associated states of emergency not connected with disease activity are still in force in the Est, Sahel, Boucle de Mouhoun, Nord, Haut-Bassins, and Centre-Est regions.
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.
