Burundi: Authorities relax COVID-19 quarantine requirements and open land border with Tanzania as of June 23 /update 13

Authorities in Burundi relax COVID-19 quarantine requirements on arrival and open land border with Tanzania as of June 23.

Event

Authorities have eased the COVID-19-related seven-day mandatory quarantine requirement on arrival for incoming air travelers as of June 23. In addition, the land border with Tanzania is now open to passenger traffic under strict health protocols; travelers must undergo health screening and pay USD 30 to enter Burundi.

Other travel restrictions to limit the spread of COVID-19 remain unchanged. All incoming air passengers must possess a negative result from a COVID-19 test taken within 72 hours prior to travel. Travelers will also be tested on arrival and required to self-isolate for 24 hours while waiting for the result. Any traveler who tests positive will be placed into quarantine for up to 14 days at a government-designated hotel. The land border with Rwanda remains closed to passenger traffic; the border with DRC reopened June 1. Enhanced screening measures are in place at all ports of entry.

Domestically, social distancing and the use of facemasks are encouraged.

Authorities could impose, extend, or otherwise amend any COVID-19-related restrictions with little or no notice.

Advice

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