Niger: Authorities reopen land borders as of June 17; COVID-19-related state of health emergency remains in place. /update 16

Authorities in Niger reopen land borders as of June 17; COVID-19 state of health emergency in place through at least Aug. 8.

Event

Authorities announced the reopening of land borders as of June 17 following extensive closure as part of the response to the COVID-19 pandemic. A related state of health emergency remains in place through at least Aug. 8.

International Travel
International air travel is permitted. Niamey's Diori Hamani International (NIM) and other airports in the country are open. Persons eligible for entry into Niger must present a negative result from a COVID-19 test to authorities upon arrival. The test should be no more than 72 hours old. Screening on arrival is also conducted. Travelers arriving in Niger must also self-isolate for at least seven days; authorities may hold travelers' passports for the duration of the quarantine period. Persons who test negative for COVID-19 on the seventh day of the isolation period will have their passports returned and exit isolation. Travelers who test positive will be quarantined for 14 days, with a second test administered on the 13th day.

Persons leaving the country must produce a negative result from a COVID-19 test taken no more than 72 hours before their departure. The tests are conducted by Centre de Recherche Medicale et Sanitaire Niger at the traveler's expense. It is likely that overland travelers will face similar measures for entry and exit to Niger. Cargo and freight travel may continue with heightened screening measures in place.

Domestic Restrictions
Domestic travel restrictions have largely been relaxed. Facemasks are mandatory in public and social distancing of at least 1 meter (3 feet) is required. Large gatherings remain banned; nightclubs, bars, and other entertainment venues are closed until further notice. All measures are subject to change at short notice.

Advice

Follow all official instructions. Reconfirm all travel arrangements and requirements. Maintain contact with your diplomatic representation. Ensure contingency plans account for further disruptive measures or extensions of current restrictions.