Wallis and Futuna: Authorities extend ongoing restrictions territorywide through at least June 6 /update 7

Event

Wallis and Futuna officials have extended ongoing measures territorywide through June 6 to curb the spread of COVID-19; additional extensions are possible. The government is enforcing a 20:00-05:00 curfew; residents can only leave home during curfew hours to care for elderly or disabled relatives, obtain food or other essential supplies, including fishing for personal consumption, or attend work in emergency services or other essential industries. Officials are not restricting movement during the daytime. People traveling overnight must get and present a travel certificate. Officials permit public gatherings of up to 10 people. A facemask mandate also remains in effect for all public areas.

The government is permitting many nonessential businesses to operate as of June 1. Most public venues can reopen at 50-percent capacity. However, restaurants, bars, nightclubs, and gyms, remain closed. Religious services can also take place during weekdays at 35-percent capacity. Officials have allowed schools to reopen.

Travel Restrictions
The border remains effectively closed as international commercial passenger flights and ships remain banned. However, officials are considering repatriation flights from New Caledonia. Permitted travelers would have to register with the flight organization office (COV) and undergo a COVID-19 test within 72 hours of departure.

Advice

Follow all official instructions. Abide by health and safety measures. Reconfirm all travel arrangements. 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 nonemergency health appointments. Plan for queues and delays at available shopping centers.