Tanzania: Authorities maintain COVID-19-related restrictions as of June 9 /update 12

Event

As of June 9, authorities maintaining COVID-19-related restrictions. Under current directives, all incoming travelers entering Tanzania must provide proof of a negative PCR COVID-19 test taken 72 hours before arrival. Additionally, all passengers traveling to Tanzania must complete an online Traveller’s Surveillance Form, which must be submitted no more than 24 hours before arrival. Travelers in more than 72 hours of transit will be required to be re-tested upon arrival.

Moreover, all travelers arriving from or having traveled through India within 14 days must take a rapid test on arrival followed by 14 days of mandatory quarantine at their own expense at a government facility. Returning Tanzanian nationals from India are reportedly allowed to quarantine themselves in their homes under the strict surveillance system.

Additional measures put in place concerning cross-border vehicular and truck transportation include:

• Only a maximum of three drivers or passengers is allowed per vehicle.

• Cargo drivers will be quarantined at designated facilities at their expense in case they are suspected of COVID-19 infection.

• Crew members must declare their final destinations at the point of entry; only one stop will be allowed at government-designated locations.

• All drivers or crew members with negative COVID-19 tests may randomly be subjected to re-testing upon arrival.

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. Reconfirm all travel arrangements before departure, including possible self-isolation requirements. Maintain contact with your diplomatic representation. Consider delaying travel if showing COVID-19-like symptoms as they may prompt increased scrutiny and delays.

Resources

World Health Organization