Bosnia and Herzegovina: Authorities to enforce partial lockdown in Sarajevo 2000 March 12-0700 March 15 due to COVID-19 activity /update 17

Authorities in Bosnia and Herzegovina to enforce partial COVID-19-related weekend lockdown in Sarajevo 2000 March 12-0700 March 15.

Event

Authorities in Bosnia and Herzegovina are implementing a weekend lockdown in the Sarajevo Canton due to rising COVID-19 infection rates. The lockdown will be in effect 2000 March 12-0700 March 15, during which time only essential businesses such as grocery shops, pharmacies, and petrol stations will be permitted to open; however, individuals will still be permitted to move freely during this period. The daily 2300-0500 curfew continues to be in effect nationwide during which time individuals must stay at home, with the exception of those who perform essential work duties or are attending to health emergencies. Public gatherings are limited to 30 people in FBiH and 50 people in Republika Srpska. Individuals must wear a protective facemask when in public, including on public transport, and keep at least 2 meters (6.5 feet) away from members of different households.

All foreigners are permitted to enter the country provided they possess documentation showing they have tested negative for COVID-19 using a polymerase chain reaction (PCR) test; the test must have been taken within 48 hours prior to arrival. Cabin crews, freight crews, diplomats, members of foreign militaries stationed in Bosnia and Herzegovina, and passengers transiting through the country are not required to provide a negative test. Citizens of Croatia, Serbia, and Montenegro, as well as immediate family members, can enter without a negative COVID-19 test, provided they are entering from their country of citizenship.

Any restrictions may be extended or otherwise amended with little to no advance notice, depending on disease activity in the country.

Advice

Follow all official instructions. Abide by national health and safety measures. Reconfirm all 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.