Wallis and Futuna: Authorities tightening quarantine measures due to COVID-19 concerns as of Nov. 25 /update 15

Event

Authorities in Wallis and Futuna have tightened COVID-19 quarantine rules for entrants effective Nov. 24.

Domestic Restrictions
Officials continue to implement domestic COVID-19 restrictions. The government allows public gatherings of up to 100 people. Nonessential businesses have reopened at 50-percent capacity at most venues. The government has lifted previous restrictions on domestic travel. Officials require people to wear facemasks in indoor venues where social distancing is impossible, in school transport, on airplanes, at Hihifo Airport (WLS), and Mata Utu and Leava quays. Violators will be subject to fines and legal action.

Travel Restrictions
The border remains effectively closed to most travelers, as international commercial passenger flights and ships remain banned from most locations. However, officials allow weekly flights from New Caledonia. Individuals with urgent personal or business matters can apply for entry with supporting documentation. Authorities will prioritize fully vaccinated travelers. Permitted arrivals must hold negative results of a PCR test taken within 48 hours before departure, and undergo a rapid antigen test on the day of departure. Besides quarantining at New Caledonia for 14 days before entry, travelers must undergo an additional hotel quarantine for three days in Wallis and Futuna. They must also return negative results on a polymerase chain reaction (PCR) test for COVID-19 on the third day to exit quarantine.

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.

Resources

Wallis and Futuna Government