Congo: COVID-19-related state of health emergency extended for 20 days from April 17 /update 22

Authorities in the Republic of the Congo extend COVID-19-related state of health emergency for 20 days through at least May 6.

Event

Authorities have extended the country's state of health emergency measures for a further 20 days from April 17 through at least May 6 as part of plans to curb the spread of COVID-19. Measures already in place will be maintained during this period.

International Travel

Land and river borders are closed. Air travel has resumed.
International travelers must present a negative COVID-19 test no older than 72 hours on arrival. Persons arriving with a negative test will still be subject to a 14-day self-isolation period at their residence or hotel. Self-isolation is also required for travelers in transit.
Persons arriving with a test result older than 72 hours or without a test certificate will be subject to a test upon arrival at their own expense, followed by a 14-day self-isolation period at their residence or hotel.
Only travelers over the age of 10 are subject to tests.

Domestic Restrictions:

Gatherings of more than three people in public and private spaces are prohibited during the state of health emergency.
Marketplaces may open five days a week in Brazzaville and Pointe-Noire.
In Brazzaville and Pointe-Noire, a curfew is in effect 23:00-05:00 Monday to Friday and 20:00-05:00 Saturday to Sunday. There is no curfew in the rest of the country.
Restaurants and bars can reopen but measures must be taken to accommodate customers in outside areas if possible.
Security personnel have increased screening measures, which will be conducted throughout the country's entry and exit points.
The wearing of facemasks is mandatory in public spaces.

Additional amendments to restrictions to prevent the spread of COVID-19 are possible in the coming weeks.

Advice

Follow all official instructions. Abide by national health and safety measures. 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. Reconfirm all travel arrangements and ensure that all pre-arrival tests are conducted.