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06 May 2022 | 07:45 AM UTC

Rwanda: Officials amend COVID-19 travel protocol as of May 6 /update 44

Officials in Rwanda update COVID-19-related international travel requirements as of May 6.

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Officials in Rwanda have amended the COVID-19-related travel protocol, including testing requirements upon arrival and departure, as of May 6. All arriving and transiting passengers at Kigali International Airport (KGL) must provide a negative rapid test result taken within 72 hours before departure and complete the Passenger Locator Form (PLF); the test must be uploaded within the PLF. Arriving travelers and those transiting for more than 12 hours at the airport will be required to take a PCR test at their own cost on arrival and self-isolate up to 24 hours until they get their result. Transiting passengers will receive fast-track results. Departing passengers must provide a negative rapid test result taken within 72 hours before departure. Other travel and domestic measures remain largely unchanged.

Domestic Measures

  • Social gatherings are allowed to resume at full capacity; all attendees should be vaccinated and provide a negative COVID-19 PCR test taken no more than 48 hours before the event.

  • Private and public offices may operate at full capacity.

  • Nightclubs and bars must close by 02:00.

  • Public transport operates provided operators and passengers are fully vaccinated.

  • Individuals must be fully vaccinated to access public spaces and events.

  • The government requires all business employees to be fully vaccinated.

  • Facemasks are mandatory in public areas.

International Travel Restrictions

  • All Rwandans departing from Rwanda must be fully vaccinated.

  • Land borders are open; authorities are conducting random testing of arrivals.

Authorities will review and update the nation's COVID-19 measures after one month.

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.

Resources

Rwandan Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (Twitter)
Rwandan Ministry of Health
RwandAir
World Health Organization (WHO)
Passenger Locator Form

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