Namibia: Officials update domestic and international COVID-19 restrictions through at least Jan. 15. /update 28

Event

Officials have updated domestic and international COVID-19 restrictions through at least Jan. 15. Effective Dec. 16, attendance at public gatherings will be decreased from 500 to 200 people per event. The validity of PCR tests for travelers entering the country will be reduced to 72 hours before arrival compared to seven days. The government will conduct random PCR tests on people arriving in Namibia, at any point of entry.

Domestic Restrictions

• Casinos and bars are able to operate at a 50-percent capacity.

• Facemasks are mandatory in public spaces.

International Travel

• Only test results obtained from the Trusted Travel Platform or verified on the Global Haven system will be valid for entry into Namibia.

• Travelers who arrived without a test result or with a result outside the outlined period will be subject to quarantine and a test. Travelers will remain in quarantine until negative test results are returned.

• Returning citizens and permanent residents that have a certified de-isolation (successful quarantine) from the government of the country of departure will not be subject to quarantine.

• Travel for tourism via land or sea is limited to select ports of entry, including the Katima Mulilo, Ariamsvlei, and Noordoewer border posts and Walvis Bay Harbor.

Officials could amend restrictions at short notice. Authorities will issue fines to persons not complying with the COVID-19-related measures.

Advice

Follow all official instructions. Confirm with local authorities or diplomatic missions on the status of quarantine and or other restrictive measures. Reconfirm all travel arrangements. Maintain contact with your diplomatic representation.

Resources

World Health Organisation (WHO)
Ministry of Health and Social Services