30 Mar 2022 | 10:47 AM UTC
Zimbabwe: Authorities relax international entry COVID-19 restrictions as of March 30 /update 36
Authorities in Zimbabwe ease international entry COVID-19 restrictions as of March 30; domestic restrictions remain in place.
Event
As of March 30, authorities are relaxing international entry COVID-19 restrictions amid a decline in the number of reported cases nationwide. Vaccinated travelers are no longer obliged to present a pre-departure test as long as they show proof of a complete vaccination scheme. Unvaccinated or partially vaccinated travelers must still present a negative PCR test result taken less than 48 hours before their scheduled arrival.
Domestic Measures
The following measures are in effect:
The nationwide nightly curfew runs from 00:00-05:30.
Businesses may operate from 07:00-19:00 daily.
Access to nightclubs, restaurants, and bars is limited to vaccinated people. Bars and restaurants can operate from 08:00-22:00.
Officials have asked hotels and lodges to provide room service to prevent guests from congregating in restaurants.
Public gatherings must not exceed 100 people.
Intercity travel is permitted. Commercial transport in cities remains operational with COVID-19 protocols.
Gyms, health spas, and fitness centers remain open to vaccinated clients, staff, and athletes. Children below 14 will undergo screening for COVID-19 symptoms.
Cinemas, theaters, and national art galleries are open with 50 percent sitting capacity, but only for vaccinated people.
Government activities are occurring at 30-percent capacity except for essential services.
Facemasks are mandatory in public areas.
International Travel Restrictions
Vaccinated travelers must show proof of a completed vaccination scheme. It remains unclear whether a booster shot is required for vaccination to be deemed complete. Unvaccinated travelers entering and leaving the country must present a negative COVID-19 test result taken within 48 hours of arrival via the Trusted Travel Initiative platform. Accredited laboratories work in collaboration with the Trusted Travel Initiative. Authorities may deny entry to people without a test result or displaying COVID-19 symptoms.
Individuals may be tested upon arrival at their own expense (USD 60).
All passengers must complete a COVID-19 contact-tracing document on arrival.
If travelers present symptoms upon arrival, authorities will detain them until COVID-19 test results are known regardless of a pre-arrival negative test; officials will release affected individuals to self-isolate at their designated address if the test returns negative. Those who test positive for COVID-19 upon arrival must quarantine at a government-appointed facility for 14 days.
All regulations are subject to change at short notice.
Advice
Follow all official instructions. Abide by national health and safety measures. Reconfirm all travel arrangements and check with your embassy to confirm travel details from your country. 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.
