Slovakia: Authorities maintaining COVID-19 restrictions as of June 11 /update 33

Slovakia maintaining COVID-19 measures as of June 11; international entry and domestic business restrictions remain in effect.

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Authorities are maintaining measures imposed to combat the spread of COVID-19 as of June 11. On May 31, officials implemented a traffic light system to indicate COVID-19-related international travel restrictions. Countries are classified as Green, Red, or Black depending on local infection rates, the presence of COVID-19 variants, and the reliability of epidemiological data. Arrivals from all locations are obliged to self-isolate for 14 days on arrival. Travelers who have only spent time in Green countries in the previous 14 days can end their isolation period following an RT-PCR COVID-19 test at any point; travelers who have visited Red countries in the previous 14 days can end self-isolation following a negative RT-PCR test taken no less than eight days after arrival; travelers who have visited Black countries in the previous 14 days are not eligible to end their isolation period early. Additionally, travelers arriving from Green countries are exempt from the quarantine requirement if they can prove they have been vaccinated against COVID-19 or recovered from COVID-19 in the previous 180 days. The list of countries by traffic light designation is available here.

Nonessential travel is permitted from within the Schengen Area, Australia, China, Israel, Japan, New Zealand, Rwanda, Singapore, South Korea, and Thailand; travel from other countries is restricted to EU citizens and limited essential purposes only. All travelers arriving by air must register in advance using the Electronic Passenger Search Form; they must also fill out the Travel Registration Form immediately upon arrival. Exceptions to the entry restrictions are in place for transport workers and individuals in transit.

Domestic Restrictions
Authorities ended the COVID-19-related state of emergency May 14. The curfew is no longer in effect. Most businesses and services are permitted to resume operation subject to hygiene and social distancing requirements; negative COVID-19 tests are required to access some facilities. Regional restrictions are in place dependent upon local infection rates. In low infection areas catering establishments may open indoor areas while they are limited to serving in outdoor areas in regions with high infection rates. Similarly, restrictions on public gatherings or tougher in areas with higher infection rates. Working from home continues to be recommended where possible, and facemasks are mandatory in enclosed public spaces nationwide.

Authorities could reimpose, extend, 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.