Cote d'Ivoire: Authorities ease COVID-19-related restrictions as of Feb. 16 /update 37

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Authorities in Cote d'Ivoire are easing COVID-19-related restrictions as of Feb. 16. Officials have announced the reopening of the country's land borders with Liberia, Guinea, Mali, Burkina Faso, and Ghana as of Feb. 16.

International Travel Restrictions
Travelers to Cote d'Ivoire presenting proof of full vaccination will not be required to show a negative PCR test result upon arrival. Unvaccinated passengers must present proof of a negative result from a PCR test taken no more than 72 hours before departure. Unvaccinated travelers will need to complete a travel form (Declaration de Deplacement par Voie Aerienne, DDVA) and pay XOF 2,000. All incoming unvaccinated air travelers will be subject to a mandatory RAT upon arrival.

Vaccinated travelers departing Cote d'Ivoire are exempt from PCR testing if the country they are traveling to does not require it as an entry health document. Unvaccinated travelers will have to pay XOF 25,000 for a PCR test, and present a negative result from a PCR test taken no more than two calendar days before departure from the country. To ensure receipt of test results within 48 hours from the time of sampling, Air Cote d'Ivoire (HF) recommends that travelers seeking a COVID-19 test arrive at an approved testing center before 10:00. Both the test result and the DDVA travel form must be presented upon boarding.

Domestic Restrictions
There are no domestic restrictions in place.

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.

Resources

World Health Organization (WHO)
Ministry of Health, Public Hygiene and Universal Health Coverage (French)
Official Government Website
Travel Form (Declaration de Deplacement par Voie Aerienne)