Burkina Faso: COVID-19-related restrictions remain largely unchanged as of Dec. 21 /update 22

Event

As of Dec. 21, authorities in Burkina Faso are largely maintaining existing measures previously implemented to curb the spread of COVID-19.

Domestic Measures
Domestic flights are operating. Air Burkina (2J) offers daily flights between Thomas Sankara International Airport Ouagadougou (OUA) and Bobo Dioulasso Airport (BOY). All persons must wear facemasks in public settings nationwide. No COVID-19-related curfews are in effect; however, security-related curfews and associated states of emergency not connected with disease activity are still in place in some regions.

International Travel Restrictions
International commercial flights operate from OUA and BOY. All travelers arriving in Burkina Faso must produce a negative result from a PCR test taken no more than five days before arrival. Travelers without such documentation must submit to a test at the port of entry and, if testing positive, face a quarantine period of up to 14 days. Travelers departing the country must present a negative result from a PCR test taken no more than five days before departure. Authorities have reopened the country's land borders (i.e., including rail borders) and essential freight transport continues but may be subject to delays.

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. 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.

Resources

World Health Organization (WHO)
Air Burkina schedule