Denmark: Authorities to lift ban on entry by travelers from UK from March 1 and extend other travel restrictions until April 5 /update 30

Denmark to lift ban on entry by travelers from UK as of March 1; other travel restrictions to remain in place through at least April 5.

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Authorities in Denmark plan to lift the nation's entry ban for travelers from the UK effective March 1. Other existing international travel restrictions, however, have been extended through at least April 5.

The Danish government has classified all countries worldwide at the "red" alert level; all nonresident foreign travelers arriving by air must present a negative COVID-19 test result upon arrival. The test must have been taken no more than 24 hours before departing for Denmark; children under the age of 12 are exempt from this requirement. While Danish nationals and residents are not required to present a negative COVID-19 test result upon arrival, all passengers must present proof of a negative COVID-19 test result taken no more than 24 hours earlier before they are permitted to board flights to Denmark. Passengers who are unable to produce a negative COVID-19 test result due to having been infected with the virus previously must present proof of a positive COVID-19 test result that is more than 14 days old. Additionally, nonresident foreign nationals must have a justifiable purpose for their travel, such as work, study, or family reasons. Flights from Greenland and the Faroe Islands are exempt from these requirements. Furthermore, authorities continue to recommend against all travel abroad.

Tighter entry restrictions imposed on travelers from South Africa remain in effect as of Feb. 25. Most travelers from South Africa who are not Danish citizens or residents remain barred from entry. Additionally, Danish nationals arriving from the UK or South Africa are strongly encouraged to take a COVID-19 test upon arrival in Denmark.

Domestic Restrictions
Authorities are easing certain domestic measures. Effective March 1, clothing and furniture stores of up to 5,000 square meters (54,000 square feet) in floor space, as well as some schools, will be allowed to reopen. Moreover, outdoor public gatherings of up to 25 people will be allowed. Other existing domestic restrictions will remain in force, including the following:

Authorities strongly advise against all private gatherings of more than five people.
Protective facemasks are mandatory in all indoor public spaces and social distancing mandates remain in force.
Bars, clubs, cafes, restaurants, libraries, museums, theaters, and concert venues, as well as gyms and fitness centers, are closed.
Individuals are encouraged to work from home where possible. Certain industry-specific operating requirements are also still 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.