North Macedonia: Authorities extend domestic COVID-19-related restrictions until at least April 27 /update 29

North Macedonia to maintain domestic COVID-19-related restrictions through at least April 27; significant business disruptions likely.

Event

Authorities have extended domestic restrictions introduced as part of measures to combat the spread of COVID-19 until at least April 27. The measures, which were due to expire April 20, include a 20:00-05:00 curfew, during which individuals must remain at home unless they are performing essential work duties, traveling to or from airports, or attending to urgent medical needs.

In addition, both indoor and outdoor public gatherings are limited to four people. All gyms and sporting centers remain closed and all catering establishments are restricted to delivery and carryout services. Most other businesses and facilities are permitted to operate, provided they implement certain hygienic and social distancing measures. Facemasks must be worn in indoor and outdoor public spaces, and in areas where social distancing of 2 meters (6.5 feet) is not possible.

Authorities are planning to incrementally relax restrictions April 27-May 15, during which time catering establishments will be permitted to offer outdoor services and curfew hours will ease to 21:00-05:00.

International Entry Restrictions
All passengers arriving from any African country must self-isolate for 14 days. The country's land borders remain open. International flights are operating; individuals arriving via air may be subject to health screening on arrival and may have to undergo quarantine if displaying COVID-19 symptoms.

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

Advice

Confirm all public transportation and business appointments. Follow all official directives. Abide by national health and safety measures. Liaise with trusted contacts for further updates and guidance. Ensure contingency plans account for further disruptive measures or extensions of current restrictions. Prepare for freight delivery disruptions. Consider delaying or detouring goods.