08 Feb 2021 | 10:04 PM UTC
Burkina Faso: COVID-19 restrictions remain in place nationwide as of Feb. 8 /update 11
Authorities maintain COVID-19 restrictions across Burkina Faso as of Feb. 8. Domestic and international air services operating.
Event
As of Feb. 8, measures introduced to curb the spread of COVID-19 in Burkina Faso remain largely unchanged as compared with those in effect during late December. International commercial flights continue to operate from Thomas Sankara International Airport (OUA) and Bobo Dioulasso Airport (BOY). All travelers arriving in Burkina Faso must present proof of having tested negative for COVID-19 using a test taken no more than five days before arrival. Travelers without such proof must submit to a test at the port of entry and face up to 14 days of quarantine at home or in a hotel of choice if positive. Authorities also perform temperature checks at airports. Travelers departing the country must also present negative results from COVID-19 test taken no more than five days before leaving. Land borders remain closed; essential cargo transport continues but can be subject to delays.
Domestic flights are operating, with Air Burkina (2J) running at least two flights a day between OUA and BOY. All persons must wear facemasks in public nationwide. While no COVID-19-related curfews remain in effect, security-related curfews and associated states of emergency not connected with disease activity are still in force in the Est, Sahel, Boucle de Mouhoun, Nord, Haut-Bassins, and Centre-Est regions.
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.
