12 Apr 2021 | 12:44 PM UTC
Liberia: Health officials maintaining COVID-19-related restrictions nationwide as of April 12 /update 21
Liberia maintaining international travel and domestic restrictions under COVID-19-related national health emergency measures as of April 12.
Event
Authorities in Liberia are maintaining several measures to contain the spread of COVID-19, as of April 12.
International commercial flights to Liberia have resumed but remain limited. All travelers will have to download the Liberia Travel Application and complete a Health Screening Arrival Form. Proof of these requirements must be presented on arrival. All non-exempt travelers will be tested on arrival; the cost of the test is USD 75. Individuals displaying symptoms may be quarantined at a government facility. Travelers who are tested at the port of entry are advised to self-isolate for up to seven days and to monitor symptoms via the mobile app for up to 14 days. Travelers who test positive may be quarantined or allowed to receive home care; decisions are made on a case-by-case basis.
Exempt travelers (diplomats and their families) will not be tested upon arrival if they are able to present a negative PCR test result issued at most 96 hours before entry into Liberia, upon arrival. Children under the age of five years are exempt from all testing. All non-exempt travelers exiting Liberia are required to present a negative test result taken within 72 hours of departure.
According to the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCO), all land borders remain closed to passenger traffic, as of April 12; cargo traffic is continuing. Sea ports are operating as normal. Heightened screening at all ports of entry is likely.
Domestic restrictions
Local measures remain in place nationwide. Under the Ministry of Health guidelines, all persons must abide by public health directives, including the wearing of facemasks in all public places. Individuals must also follow social distancing of approximately 1 meter (3 feet). All operating businesses and services must have hand-washing and sanitizing stations. Nightclubs and bars remain closed to the public while businesses involved in the trade of alcohol must close by 21:00. Restrictions on capacity are in place for banks, supermarkets, and public transport.
Advice
Follow all official instructions. Abide by national health and safety measures. Confirm all travel arrangements. Consider delaying travel 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 non-emergency health appointments.
