Niger: A COVID-19-related state of health emergency remains in place indefinitely, as of May 20 /update 15

Authorities in Niger maintain COVID-19 state of health emergency indefinitely, as of May 20; some travel and domestic restrictions ongoing.

Event

Authorities are maintaining an indefinite COVID-19-related state of health emergency as of May 20. Despite the extension, COVID-19-related restrictions in effect remain largely unchanged.

International Travel
International air travel is permitted. Niamey's Diori Hamani International (NIM) and other airports in the country are open. Persons eligible for entry into Niger must present a negative result from a COVID-19 test to authorities upon arrival. The test should be no more than 72 hours old. Screening on arrival is also conducted. Travelers arriving in Niger must also self-isolate for at least seven days; authorities may hold travelers' passports for the duration of the quarantine period. Persons who test negative for COVID-19 on the seventh day of the isolation period will have their passports returned and exit isolation. Travelers who test positive will be quarantined for 14 days, with a second test administered on the 13th.

Persons leaving the country must produce a negative result from a COVID-19 test taken no more than 72 hours before their departure. The tests are conducted by Centre de Recherche Medicale et Sanitaire Niger at the traveler's expense. Land borders remain closed until further notice. Cargo and freight travel may continue with heightened screening measures in place.

Domestic Restrictions
Domestic travel restrictions have largely been relaxed. Facemasks are mandatory in public and social distancing of at least 1 meter (3 feet) is required. Large gatherings remain banned; nightclubs, bars, and other entertainment venues are closed until further notice. All measures are subject to change at short notice.

Advice

Follow all official instructions. Reconfirm all travel arrangements and requirements. Maintain contact with your diplomatic representation. Ensure contingency plans account for further disruptive measures or extensions of current restrictions.