Botswana: Authorities maintaining domestic and international entry COVID-19-related restrictions as of Jan. 4 /update 34

Authorities in Botswana maintaining COVID-19-related domestic and international travel restrictions as of Jan. 4.

Event

As of Jan. 4, the government is maintaining all domestic and international entry restrictions, in efforts to curb the spread of COVID-19 in the country.

Domestic Measures

Public gatherings can resume with strict health protocols in place.
Facemasks are mandatory in public.

International restrictions

International and domestic air travel has resumed. Land border crossings are open.
Persons entering Botswana must produce a negative result from a COVID-19 test taken no more than 72 hours before arrival. Moreover, additional screening procedures and testing are in force at the nation's entry points.
Travelers entering the country must self-monitor and remain in contact with local health authorities for 14 days. Upon arrival, all travelers will be tested at no cost. Those that test positive or exhibiting COVID-19 symptoms will be placed in quarantine at their own expense.
Returning Botswanan citizens and legal residents who do not possess a negative COVID-19 test certificate will be tested at the border and face up to 14 days of quarantine at a government facility.
All travelers leaving the country must produce a negative result from a COVID-19 test taken no more than 72 hours before their departure.

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

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. Maintain contact with your diplomatic representation.