Luxembourg: Authorities maintain COVID-19-related restrictions as of May 6 /update 14

Luxembourg maintains COVID-19-related restrictions as of May 6; significant business and international entry restrictions continue.

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Authorities are maintaining restrictions imposed to combat the spread of COVID-19 as of May 6. A nightly 23:00-06:00 curfew is in force, during which individuals may only leave their homes for essential purposes. Nonessential businesses and entertainment venues are permitted to operate, provided they adhere to strict social distancing requirements. Catering establishments are permitted to serve in their outdoor areas between 06:00-18:00. Public gatherings of over 100 people are prohibited; individuals may only host up to two people from one other household indoors. Indoor sports facilities are closed. Facemasks are mandatory in enclosed public spaces, at gatherings of more than four people, and in outdoor public spaces where social distancing of 2 meters (6.5 feet) is not possible. Officials hope to ease further restrictions from May 16.

International Entry Restrictions
Travelers from countries within the European Union or Schengen Area, Andorra, Monaco, San Marino, and Vatican City, as well as residents of Australia, China, New Zealand, Rwanda, Singapore, South Korea, and Thailand, are permitted to enter Luxembourg. Most travelers from other countries, including the UK, remain prohibited, though exceptions are in place for essential work, study, and family reasons.

Luxembourg requires all incoming international air travelers to present documentation proving that they have tested negative for COVID-19. The negative result must be from a nucleic acid or rapid antigen test taken no more than 72 hours prior to the flight's departure and be presented at boarding. Transporters and aircraft crew members are exempt.

Since May 1, any travelers that have stayed in India in the preceding 14 days must submit to a COVID-19 test on arrival and quarantine for seven days before taking a second COVID-19 test. Individuals refusing to take either test must quarantine for 14 days. This measure is in place until at least May 15.

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. Carry proper identification documents to present at security checks. Heed all official advisories and remain nonconfrontational if stopped by authorities. Consider delaying travel if experiencing symptoms associated with COVID-19. 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.