28 Mar 2022 | 11:38 PM UTC
Djibouti: COVID-19-related restrictions remain largely unchanged as of March 28 /update 24
COVID-19-related restrictions in Djibouti remain mostly unchanged as of March 28 by comparison with mid-February.
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As of March 28, the COVID-19-related restrictions in force in Djibouti remain largely unchanged by comparison with those in effect during mid-February.
Domestic Measures
Most businesses are operating; however, social distancing measures and other requirements to prevent the spread of the virus remain in force. Protective facemasks are mandatory in public places. Public gatherings of more than 10 people remain prohibited. Public transport is operating, albeit with limitations on the number of passengers allowed on buses, trains, and other mass transit vehicles. Retail shops, grocery stores, and places of worship are open. Hotels, restaurants, and leisure and amusement sites are functioning, as are conference venues, event halls, and cinemas. Schools have resumed in-person classes.
International Travel Restrictions
All passengers over the age of 11 traveling to Djibouti, including those who have been vaccinated, must show a negative result from a PCR test taken within 72 hours of boarding their flight to the country and no more than 120 hours prior to their arrival at Ambouli International Airport (JIB). All travelers entering the country will also be tested for COVID-19 upon arrival and must wait at the port of entry until the results become available. Foreigners who test positive will be quarantined in a hotel at their own expense until testing negative; Djiboutian nationals have the option of quarantining in a hotel at their own expense or at a government isolation center free of charge. Unvaccinated arrivals who test negative must self-isolate at their home or accommodations for a period of time determined on a case-by-case basis.
All passengers over the age of 11 departing Djibouti must show a negative result from a PCR test taken within 72 hours of boarding their flight.
All Djiboutian nationals and resident aliens over the age of 25 who wish to travel outside of the country must produce a certificate verifying that they have been inoculated with at least one dose of a COVID-19 vaccine or that they are permanently or temporarily exempt due to documented contraindications for vaccination. However, such travelers who are planning to get vaccinated abroad may show proof of their vaccination appointment at departure but must produce a certificate of vaccination upon their return to Djibouti.
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. Reconsider and reconfirm nonemergency health appointments. Plan for queues and delays at available shopping centers.
