Eswatini: Authorities ease COVID-19-related domestic restrictions as of July 29. /update 27

Event

Authorities have eased COVID-19-related domestic restrictions as of July 29. The country is now at Adjusted Risk Level 0.

Domestic Measures

• As of July 29, The wearing of face masks is no longer mandatory in all settings.

• If tested positive for COVID-19, a person should wear a face mask at all times if they need to go to public areas.

International Travel

• Vaccinated travelers must demonstrate proof of a completed vaccine scheme. It remains unclear if a booster for a two-schedule vaccine with a QR code is required.

• Unvaccinated travelers entering must provide a negative result from a COVID-19 test taken no more than 72 hours prior to the time of departure.

• All travelers will be screened upon arrival. Unvaccinated travelers arriving without a negative COVID-19 test result or showing symptoms of the virus will likely be required to take a test at their own cost.

Authorities could reintroduce, ease, or otherwise amend restrictions at any time based upon disease activity. Additional restrictions are possible in response to security-related developments.

Advice

Follow all official instructions. Abide by national health and safety measures. Reconfirm business appointments, deliveries, and travel arrangements. 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

World Health Organization (WHO)
Ministry of Health Swaziland (Eswatini)