Nigeria: Authorities amending COVID-19 travel protocol as of April 5 /update 48

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Authorities have amended the COVID-19 travel protocol as of April 5. Fully vaccinated travelers no longer need to get tested before and upon arrival in Nigeria. Unvaccinated passengers must provide a negative result from a PCR test taken no more than 48 hours before boarding, undergo seven days of mandatory self-isolation, and take a PCR test on days two and seven after arrival at their own cost. Authorities will process those who test positive based on Nigeria's national guidelines for COVID-19 treatment. Domestic measures remain unchanged.

Domestic Measures
A nationwide 00:00-04:00 curfew is in place. Bars, nightclubs, and event centers are closed. Public gatherings remain restricted. Gatherings in enclosed spaces are limited to 50 people, provided they observe adequate social distancing measures and wear facemasks. Civil servants have returned to working on-site at public offices; however, some states have reintroduced work-from-home policies. Domestic flights and interstate travel is ongoing nationwide. Mandates on social distancing, the use of facemasks, and guidelines on public gatherings remain in place. States may enact strict state-level restrictions.

International Travel Restrictions
Prior to arrival, passengers are required to register online at the Nigeria International Travel Portal.

Carriers from countries that restrict or ban entry by Nigerian nationals may face reciprocal prohibitions on operating in Nigeria. Authorities have reopened land border crossings with neighboring countries; however, it remains unclear if officials allow passenger travel through border points and whether COVID-19 requirements apply.

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

Reconfirm travel plans. Follow all official instructions. Abide by national health and safety measures. Consider delaying traveling to Nigeria until officials lift restrictions. 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. Reconfirm all flights before departure.

Resources

World Health Organization (WHO)
Nigeria Centre for Disease Control
Nigeria State House Press Releases
Nigeria International Travel Portal