Cote d'Ivoire: Authorities maintaining COVID-19-related measures nationwide as of Aug. 13 /update 27

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Authorities in Cote d'Ivoire are maintaining COVID-19 restrictions as of Aug. 13. The state of health emergency remains in effect through at least Sept. 30.

International Travel
Land and sea borders are reportedly closed to regular commercial passenger travel, but cargo and freight transport are still operating.

Permitted arrivals, transiting, and departing passengers will need to fulfill a travel form (Declaration de Deplacement par Voie Aerienne, DDVA). Arriving passengers must present evidence of a negative COVID-19 PCR test result issued no more than five days prior to departure and pay XOF 2000. Both the test result and the travel form must be presented upon boarding.

Travelers leaving Cote d'Ivoire will have to complete the DDVA, pay XOF 25,000, and present a negative PCR test taken no more than five days before travel. Both the test result and the travel form must be presented upon boarding

Both arriving and departing passengers may be screened at the airport.

Domestic Measures
Authorities enforce hygiene and social distancing measures, including the use of facemasks in public spaces and on public transport. Most businesses, including hotels, bars, and other entertainment facilities, are open. Large gatherings have resumed with the approval of local authorities.

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.

Resources

World Health Organization (WHO)
Ministry of Health and Public Hygiene (French)
Official Government Website
Travel Form (Déclaration de Déplacement par Voie Aérienne)