Swaziland travel restrictions

Swaziland Neighbouring South Africa is the only foreign destination served by eSwatini’s international airport. However, the suspension of all international flights by South African authorities means that there will be no flights to and from eSwatini in the coming weeks.

The country’s borders are closed, except for returning citizens and legal residents who are subject to a 14-day quarantine upon arrival.

Foreign nationals from high-risk countries will not be allowed to enter Eswatini until further notice. Visas already issued are revoked.

A partial lockdown has been extended until at least 6 May. Unnecessary travel within cities, towns, communities and beyond, except for instances of providing or acquiring essential services such as healthcare, food, or banking services, is halted. All gatherings of more than 20 people are prohibited, those with fewer than 20 people should observe proper hygiene standards and social distancing of one-two metres. Businesses have been told to allow employees to work from home. Essential businesses are allowed to operate but non-essential businesses are advised to reduce the number of staff working in the premises.

All travel between cities and regions require written permission given by the local authorities. The police have set up checkpoints along the highways to assure public adherence. Individuals must carry a permit with them at all times.

Public transport is only available for essential movement.