Burkina Faso: COVID-19 restrictions remain unchanged nationwide as of May 26 /update 15

Event

As of May 26, measures in place to curb the spread of COVID-19 remain largely unchanged. International commercial flights continue to operate from Thomas Sankara International Airport (OUA) and Bobo Dioulasso Airport (BOY). All travelers arriving in Burkina Faso must produce 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 are also performing temperature checks at airports. Travelers departing the country must present a negative result 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.

Resources

World Health Organisation (WHO)
Ministry of Health (French)