Zimbabwe Travel regulations, Coronavirus regulations, travel bans

Zimbabwe Latest News: Inter-city travel expected to resume as authorities ease COVID-19 lockdown (EWN, 02.03.2021).

International Restrictions:
*Entry to Zimbabwe: Zimbabwe opened its land borders and international airports to tourists in addition to Zimbabwean nationals and valid permit holders on 1 December 2020. Tourists and non-residents entering Zimbabwe must possess a negative COVID-19 test result, issued no more than 48 hours before their arrival at the border. If you are not a Zimbabwean citizen or resident and you do not have a negative test result, or if you exhibit COVID-19 symptoms on arrival, you will be denied entry into Zimbabwe. People arriving in Zimbabwe are subject to a 14-day quarantine period. If you arrive with a negative COVID-19 test issued within 48 hours of arrival, or test negative at the airport, you may self-isolate at a designated address. If you test positive for COVID-19 at the airport, you will have to quarantine in a government-approved facility.
*Transiting Zimbabwe: Citizens or residents of a Southern Africa Development Community (SADC) member state transiting through Zimbabwe’s land borders on their way to their homes must present a COVID-19-free certificate issued within the previous seven working days and submit themselves to screening and testing for COVID-19.
*Testing/screening on arrival: Tourists and non-residents entering Zimbabwe must possess a negative COVID-19 test result, issued no more than 48 hours before their arrival at the border. If you do not have a negative test result, or if you exhibit COVID-19 like symptoms on arrival, you will be denied entry into Zimbabwe. Citizens and residents who do not have a negative test result, or who exhibit COVID-19 symptoms on arrival will be detained at a holding facility where they will be required to pay US$60 for a test. Check with your carrier before flying to confirm any additional requirements.
*Quarantine requirements: People arriving in Zimbabwe are subject to a 14-day quarantine period. If you arrive with a negative COVID-19 test issued within 48 hours of arrival, or test negative at the airport, you may self-isolate at a designated address. If you test positive for COVID-19 at the airport, you will be detained at a place of isolation for 14 days.
*Data collection: You will be required to complete track and trace information on arrival in Zimbabwe.
*Exiting Zimbabwe: if you’re travelling to Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport from outside Harare, you will need to get an authorisation letter from your local police station. Take your confirmed flight ticket and your passport with you. On leaving Zimbabwe, you will be required to present a negative COVID-19 certificate, issued no more than 48 hours prior to boarding your flight.

Internal Restrictions:
*Travel in Zimbabwe: Zimbabwe is currently in indefinite lockdown. You are encouraged to defer any unnecessary travel. There is a curfew between 10pm to 5:30am, which is being enforced by the security services. You should comply with these requirements, wherever you are staying in Zimbabwe. You should avoid any political gatherings or demonstrations. These can be unpredictable, can turn violent without notice and the response from the security forces may be disproportionate. You should exercise a high degree of caution and monitor local media and this travel advice for updates. It is compulsory to wear a face mask covering the nose and mouth whenever you are outside of your home.
Public transport is limited. Intercity travel is permitted but only for vehicles operated by the State, local authorities, ZUPCO and operators who are specially registered by the Commissioner of Road Transport. All journeys operate under current COVID-19 restrictions. Tourists are authorised to travel between airports and designated tourist facilities. Be sure to take confirmation of your bookings with you when travelling.
*Accommodation: You should ensure you have accommodation for the period of your stay, as some hotels may close at short notice.
*Public spaces and services: People can gather in shops, offices and other business places. Up to 50 people are able to gather for religious services and up to 30 people can gather for a funeral. Marriages can now take place but only with the couple and their witnesses in attendance. Everyone in a public place must observe social distancing (i.e. keep at least one metre apart) and wear a face mask. All sporting activities have resumed and sports clubs re-opened.
Essential services such as hospitals, pharmacies and supermarkets remain open between 8am and 7pm only. Restaurants have opened for sit down meals. Bars and night clubs are closed. Off-licenses may sell take away alcohol only between 8am and 4.30pm. Hotel bars and restaurants able to serve hotel guests.

09.04.2021

Zimbabwe Latest News: Inter-city travel expected to resume as authorities ease COVID-19 lockdown (EWN, 02.03.2021).

International Restrictions:
*Entry to Zimbabwe: Zimbabwe opened its land borders and international airports to tourists in addition to Zimbabwean nationals and valid permit holders on 1 December 2020. Tourists and non-residents entering Zimbabwe must possess a negative COVID-19 test result, issued no more than 48 hours before their arrival at the border. If you are not a Zimbabwean citizen or resident and you do not have a negative test result, or if you exhibit COVID-19 symptoms on arrival, you will be denied entry into Zimbabwe. People arriving in Zimbabwe are subject to a 14-day quarantine period. If you arrive with a negative COVID-19 test issued within 48 hours of arrival, or test negative at the airport, you may self-isolate at a designated address. If you test positive for COVID-19 at the airport, you will have to quarantine in a government-approved facility.
*Transiting Zimbabwe: Citizens or residents of a Southern Africa Development Community (SADC) member state transiting through Zimbabwe’s land borders on their way to their homes must present a COVID-19-free certificate issued within the previous seven working days and submit themselves to screening and testing for COVID-19.
*Testing/screening on arrival: Tourists and non-residents entering Zimbabwe must possess a negative COVID-19 test result, issued no more than 48 hours before their arrival at the border. If you do not have a negative test result, or if you exhibit COVID-19 like symptoms on arrival, you will be denied entry into Zimbabwe. Citizens and residents who do not have a negative test result, or who exhibit COVID-19 symptoms on arrival will be detained at a holding facility where they will be required to pay US$60 for a test. Check with your carrier before flying to confirm any additional requirements.
*Quarantine requirements: People arriving in Zimbabwe are subject to a 14-day quarantine period. If you arrive with a negative COVID-19 test issued within 48 hours of arrival, or test negative at the airport, you may self-isolate at a designated address. If you test positive for COVID-19 at the airport, you will be detained at a place of isolation for 14 days.
*Data collection: You will be required to complete track and trace information on arrival in Zimbabwe.
*Exiting Zimbabwe: if you’re travelling to Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport from outside Harare, you will need to get an authorisation letter from your local police station. Take your confirmed flight ticket and your passport with you. On leaving Zimbabwe, you will be required to present a negative COVID-19 certificate, issued no more than 48 hours prior to boarding your flight.

Internal Restrictions:
*Travel in Zimbabwe: Zimbabwe is currently in indefinite lockdown. During this time, you are required to stay at home except to buy essential food or medicine, or seek essential healthcare within a 5km radius of where you are staying. Only certain categories of key workers are exempt. There is a curfew between 10pm to 5:30am, which is being enforced by the security services. You should comply with these requirements, wherever you are staying in Zimbabwe.
You should avoid any political gatherings or demonstrations. These can be unpredictable, can turn violent without notice and the response from the security forces may be disproportionate. You should exercise a high degree of caution and monitor local media and this travel advice for updates. It is compulsory to wear a face mask covering the nose and mouth whenever you are outside of your home.
Public transport is limited. Intercity travel is permitted but only for vehicles operated by the State, local authorities, ZUPCO and operators who are specially registered by the Commissioner of Road Transport. All journeys operate under current COVID-19 restrictions.
Tourists are authorised to travel between airports and designated tourist facilities. Be sure to take confirmation of your bookings with you when travelling.
*Accommodation: You should ensure you have accommodation for the period of your stay, as some hotels may close at short notice.
*Public spaces and services: People can gather in shops, offices and other business places. Up to 50 people are able to gather for religious services and up to 30 people can gather for a funeral. Marriages can now take place but only with the couple and their witnesses in attendance.
Everyone in a public place must observe social distancing (i.e. keep at least one metre apart) and wear a face mask.
All sporting activities have resumed and sports clubs re-opened.
Essential services such as hospitals, pharmacies and supermarkets remain open between 8am and 7pm only.
Restaurants have opened for sit down meals. Bars and night clubs are closed. Off-licenses may sell take away alcohol only between 8am and 4.30pm. Hotel bars and restaurants able to serve hotel guests.

19.03.2021

Zimbabwe Latest News: Inter-city travel expected to resume as authorities ease COVID-19 lockdown (EWN, 02.03.2021). Government relaxes some rules but extends COVID-19 lockdown by another two weeks (Sowetan Live, 15.02.2021).

International Restrictions:
Zimbabwe opened its land borders and international airports to tourists in addition to Zimbabwean nationals and valid permit holders on 1 December 2020.
Tourists and non-residents entering Zimbabwe must possess a negative COVID-19 test result, issued no more than 48 hours before their arrival at the border. If you are not a Zimbabwean citizen or resident and you do not have a negative test result, or if you exhibit COVID-19 symptoms on arrival, you will be denied entry into Zimbabwe.
People arriving in Zimbabwe are subject to a 14-day quarantine period. If you arrive with a negative COVID-19 test issued within 48 hours of arrival, or test negative at the airport, you may self-isolate at a designated address. If you test positive for COVID-19 at the airport, you will have to quarantine in a government-approved facility.
*Transiting Zimbabwe: Citizens or residents of a Southern Africa Development Community (SADC) member state transiting through Zimbabwe’s land borders on their way to their homes must present a COVID-19-free certificate issued within the previous seven working days and submit themselves to screening and testing for COVID-19.
*Testing/screening on arrival: Tourists and non-residents entering Zimbabwe must possess a negative COVID-19 test result, issued no more than 48 hours before their arrival at the border. If you do not have a negative test result, or if you exhibit COVID-19 like symptoms on arrival, you will be denied entry into Zimbabwe. Citizens and residents who do not have a negative test result, or who exhibit COVID-19 symptoms on arrival will be detained at a holding facility where they will be required to pay US$60 for a test. Check with your carrier before flying to confirm any additional requirements.
*Quarantine requirements: People arriving in Zimbabwe are subject to a 14-day quarantine period. If you arrive with a negative COVID-19 test issued within 48 hours of arrival, or test negative at the airport, you may self-isolate at a designated address. If you test positive for COVID-19 at the airport, you will be detained at a place of isolation for 14 days.
*Data collection: You will be required to complete track and trace information on arrival in Zimbabwe.
*Exiting Zimbabwe: if you’re travelling to Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport from outside Harare, you will need to get an authorisation letter from your local police station. Take your confirmed flight ticket and your passport with you. On leaving Zimbabwe, you will be required to present a negative COVID-19 certificate, issued no more than 48 hours prior to boarding your flight.

Internal Restrictions: *Travel in Zimbabwe: Zimbabwe is currently in indefinite lockdown. During this time, you are required to stay at home except to buy essential food or medicine, or seek essential healthcare within a 5km radius of where you are staying. Only certain categories of key workers are exempt. There is a curfew between 10pm to 5:30am, which is being enforced by the security services. You should comply with these requirements, wherever you are staying in Zimbabwe.
You should avoid any political gatherings or demonstrations. These can be unpredictable, can turn violent without notice and the response from the security forces may be disproportionate. You should exercise a high degree of caution and monitor local media and this travel advice for updates. It is compulsory to wear a face mask covering the nose and mouth whenever you are outside of your home.
Public transport is limited. Intercity travel is permitted but only for vehicles operated by the State, local authorities, ZUPCO and operators who are specially registered by the Commissioner of Road Transport. All journeys operate under current COVID-19 restrictions. Tourists are authorised to travel between airports and designated tourist facilities. Be sure to take confirmation of your bookings with you when travelling.
Accommodation: You should ensure you have accommodation for the period of your stay, as some hotels may close at short notice.
Public spaces and services: People can gather in shops, offices and other business places. Up to 50 people are able to gather for religious services and up to 30 people can gather for a funeral. Marriages can now take place but only with the couple and their witnesses in attendance.
Everyone in a public place must observe social distancing (i.e. keep at least one metre apart) and wear a face mask.
Gyms remain closed but people can participate in low risk sports between 8am and 70pm daily.
Essential services such as hospitals, pharmacies and supermarkets remain open between 8am and 7pm only.
Restaurants are open for takeaways. Bars and night clubs are closed. Off-licenses may sell take away alcohol only between 8am and 4.30pm. Hotel bars and restaurants able to serve hotel guests.

08.03.2021

Zimbabwe Latest News: Inter-city travel expected to resume as authorities ease COVID-19 lockdown (EWN, 02.03.2021). Government relaxes some rules but extends COVID-19 lockdown by another two weeks (Sowetan Live, 15.02.2021).

International Restrictions:
Zimbabwe opened its land borders and international airports to tourists in addition to Zimbabwean nationals and valid permit holders on 1 December 2020.
Tourists and non-residents entering Zimbabwe must possess a negative COVID-19 test result, issued no more than 48 hours before their arrival at the border. If you are not a Zimbabwean citizen or resident and you do not have a negative test result, or if you exhibit COVID-19 symptoms on arrival, you will be denied entry into Zimbabwe.
People arriving in Zimbabwe are subject to a 14-day quarantine period. If you arrive with a negative COVID-19 test issued within 48 hours of arrival, or test negative at the airport, you may self-isolate at a designated address. If you test positive for COVID-19 at the airport, you will have to quarantine in a government-approved facility.
*Transiting Zimbabwe: Citizens or residents of a Southern Africa Development Community (SADC) member state transiting through Zimbabwe’s land borders on their way to their homes must present a COVID-19-free certificate issued within the previous seven working days and submit themselves to screening and testing for COVID-19.
*Testing/screening on arrival: Tourists and non-residents entering Zimbabwe must possess a negative COVID-19 test result, issued no more than 48 hours before their arrival at the border. If you do not have a negative test result, or if you exhibit COVID-19 like symptoms on arrival, you will be denied entry into Zimbabwe. Citizens and residents who do not have a negative test result, or who exhibit COVID-19 symptoms on arrival will be detained at a holding facility where they will be required to pay US$60 for a test. Check with your carrier before flying to confirm any additional requirements.
*Quarantine requirements: People arriving in Zimbabwe are subject to a 14-day quarantine period. If you arrive with a negative COVID-19 test issued within 48 hours of arrival, or test negative at the airport, you may self-isolate at a designated address. If you test positive for COVID-19 at the airport, you will be detained at a place of isolation for 14 days.
*Data collection: You will be required to complete track and trace information on arrival in Zimbabwe.
*Exiting Zimbabwe: if you’re travelling to Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport from outside Harare, you will need to get an authorisation letter from your local police station. Take your confirmed flight ticket and your passport with you. On leaving Zimbabwe, you will be required to present a negative COVID-19 certificate, issued no more than 48 hours prior to boarding your flight.

Internal Restrictions:
*Travel in Zimbabwe: Zimbabwe is currently in indefinite lockdown. During this time, you are required to stay at home except to buy essential food or medicine, or seek essential healthcare within a 5km radius of where you are staying. Only certain categories of key workers are exempt. There is a curfew between 10pm to 5:30am, which is being enforced by the security services. You should comply with these requirements, wherever you are staying in Zimbabwe. You should avoid any political gatherings or demonstrations. These can be unpredictable, can turn violent without notice and the response from the security forces may be disproportionate. You should exercise a high degree of caution and monitor local media and this travel advice for updates. It is compulsory to wear a face mask covering the nose and mouth whenever you are outside of your home. Public transport is limited. Intercity travel is permitted under current COVID-19 restrictions. Tourists are authorised to travel between airports and designated tourist facilities. Be sure to take confirmation of your bookings with you when travelling.
*Accommodation: You should ensure you have accommodation for the period of your stay, as some hotels may close at short notice.
*Public spaces and services: All gatherings, including at weddings, churches, bars, off-licences gyms and restaurants, are banned. The only exception is for funerals, which are limited to 30 individuals. Essential services such as hospitals, pharmacies and supermarkets remain open between 8am and 7pm only. Restaurants are open for takeaways. Bars and night clubs are closed. Off-licenses may sell take away alcohol only. Hotel bars and restaurants able to serve hotel guests.

05.03.2021

Zimbabwe Latest News: Government relaxes some rules but extends COVID-19 lockdown by another two weeks (Sowetan Live, 15.02.2021). From 4am on Saturday 9 December, visitors arriving into the UK who have been in or transited through Zimbabwe in the previous 10 days will not be permitted entry. British and Irish nationals, longer-term visa holders and permanent residents arriving in the UK from Zimbabwe, need to self-isolate on their return (Gov.uk, 07.01.2021). Government extends nationwide curfew, bans inter-city travel because of COVID-19 (Reuters, 02.01.2021).

International Restrictions:
Zimbabwe opened its land borders and international airports to tourists in addition to Zimbabwean nationals and valid permit holders on 1 December 2020.
Tourists and non-residents entering Zimbabwe must possess a negative COVID-19 test result, issued no more than 48 hours before their arrival at the border. If you are not a Zimbabwean citizen or resident and you do not have a negative test result, or if you exhibit COVID-19 symptoms on arrival, you will be denied entry into Zimbabwe.
People arriving in Zimbabwe are subject to a 14-day quarantine period. If you arrive with a negative COVID-19 test issued within 48 hours of arrival, or test negative at the airport, you may self-isolate at a designated address. If you test positive for COVID-19 at the airport, you will have to quarantine in a government-approved facility.
*Transiting Zimbabwe: Citizens or residents of a Southern Africa Development Community (SADC) member state transiting through Zimbabwe’s land borders on their way to their homes must present a COVID-19-free certificate issued within the previous seven working days and submit themselves to screening and testing for COVID-19.
*Testing/screening on arrival: Tourists and non-residents entering Zimbabwe must possess a negative COVID-19 test result, issued no more than 48 hours before their arrival at the border. If you do not have a negative test result, or if you exhibit COVID-19 like symptoms on arrival, you will be denied entry into Zimbabwe. Citizens and residents who do not have a negative test result, or who exhibit COVID-19 symptoms on arrival will be detained at a holding facility where they will be required to pay US$60 for a test. Check with your carrier before flying to confirm any additional requirements.
*Quarantine requirements: People arriving in Zimbabwe are subject to a 14-day quarantine period. If you arrive with a negative COVID-19 test issued within 48 hours of arrival, or test negative at the airport, you may self-isolate at a designated address. If you test positive for COVID-19 at the airport, you will be detained at a place of isolation for 14 days.
*Data collection: You will be required to complete track and trace information on arrival in Zimbabwe.
*Exiting Zimbabwe: if you’re travelling to Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport from outside Harare, you will need to get an authorisation letter from your local police station. Take your confirmed flight ticket and your passport with you. On leaving Zimbabwe, you will be required to present a negative COVID-19 certificate, issued no more than 48 hours prior to boarding your flight.

Internal Restrictions:
*Travel in Zimbabwe: Zimbabwe is currently in indefinite lockdown. During this time, you are required to stay at home except to buy essential food or medicine, or seek essential healthcare within a 5km radius of where you are staying. Only certain categories of key workers are exempt. There is a curfew between 8pm to 5:30am, which is being enforced by the security services. You should comply with these requirements, wherever you are staying in Zimbabwe. You should avoid any political gatherings or demonstrations. These can be unpredictable, can turn violent without notice and the response from the security forces may be disproportionate. You should exercise a high degree of caution and monitor local media and this travel advice for updates. It is compulsory to wear a face mask covering the nose and mouth whenever you are outside of your home. Public transport is limited. Intercity travel remains restricted. Tourists are authorised to travel between airports and designated tourist facilities. Be sure to take confirmation of your bookings with you when travelling.
*Accommodation: You should ensure you have accommodation for the period of your stay, as some hotels may close at short notice.
*Public spaces and services: All gatherings, including at weddings, churches, bars, off-licences gyms and restaurants, are banned. The only exception is for funerals, which are limited to 30 individuals. Essential services such as hospitals, pharmacies and supermarkets remain open between 8am and 5pm only. Restaurants, bars and off-licences are closed, except for bars and restaurants serving hotel residents.

16.02.2021

Zimbabwe Latest News: From 4am on Saturday 9 December, visitors arriving into the UK who have been in or transited through Zimbabwe in the previous 10 days will not be permitted entry. British and Irish nationals, longer-term visa holders and permanent residents arriving in the UK from Zimbabwe, need to self-isolate on their return (Gov.uk, 07.01.2021). Government extends nationwide curfew, bans inter-city travel because of COVID-19 (Reuters, 02.01.2021).

International Restrictions:
Zimbabwe opened its land borders and international airports to tourists in addition to Zimbabwean nationals and valid permit holders on 1 December 2020.
Tourists and non-residents entering Zimbabwe must possess a negative COVID-19 test result, issued no more than 48 hours before their arrival at the border. If you are not a Zimbabwean citizen or resident and you do not have a negative test result, or if you exhibit COVID-19 symptoms on arrival, you will be denied entry into Zimbabwe.
People arriving in Zimbabwe are subject to a 14-day quarantine period. If you arrive with a negative COVID-19 test issued within 48 hours of arrival, or test negative at the airport, you may self-isolate at a designated address. If you test positive for COVID-19 at the airport, you will have to quarantine in a government-approved facility.
*Transiting Zimbabwe: Citizens or residents of a Southern Africa Development Community (SADC) member state transiting through Zimbabwe’s land borders on their way to their homes must present a COVID-19-free certificate issued within the previous seven working days and submit themselves to screening and testing for COVID-19.
*Testing/screening on arrival: Tourists and non-residents entering Zimbabwe must possess a negative COVID-19 test result, issued no more than 48 hours before their arrival at the border. If you do not have a negative test result, or if you exhibit COVID-19 like symptoms on arrival, you will be denied entry into Zimbabwe. Citizens and residents who do not have a negative test result, or who exhibit COVID-19 symptoms on arrival will be detained at a holding facility where they will be required to pay US$60 for a test. Check with your carrier before flying to confirm any additional requirements.
*Quarantine requirements: People arriving in Zimbabwe are subject to a 14-day quarantine period. If you arrive with a negative COVID-19 test issued within 48 hours of arrival, or test negative at the airport, you may self-isolate at a designated address. If you test positive for COVID-19 at the airport, you will be detained at a place of isolation for 14 days.
*Data collection: You will be required to complete track and trace information on arrival in Zimbabwe.
*Exiting Zimbabwe: if you’re travelling to Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport from outside Harare, you will need to get an authorisation letter from your local police station. Take your confirmed flight ticket and your passport with you. On leaving Zimbabwe, you will be required to present a negative COVID-19 certificate, issued no more than 48 hours prior to boarding your flight.

Internal Restrictions:
*Travel in Zimbabwe: Zimbabwe is currently in indefinite lockdown. During this time, you are required to stay at home except to buy essential food or medicine, or seek essential healthcare within a 5km radius of where you are staying. Only certain categories of key workers are exempt. There is a curfew between 6pm to 6am which is being enforced by the security services. You should comply with these requirements, wherever you are staying in Zimbabwe.
You should avoid any political gatherings or demonstrations. These can be unpredictable, can turn violent without notice and the response from the security forces may be disproportionate. You should exercise a high degree of caution and monitor local media and this travel advice for updates. It is compulsory to wear a face mask covering the nose and mouth whenever you are outside of your home. Public transport is limited. Intercity travel remains restricted. Tourists are authorised to travel between airports and designated tourist facilities. Be sure to take confirmation of your bookings with you when travelling.
*Accommodation: You should ensure you have accommodation for the period of your stay, as some hotels may close at short notice.
*Public spaces and services: All gatherings, including at weddings, churches, bars, off-licences gyms and restaurants, are banned. The only exception is for funerals, which are limited to 30 individuals. Essential services such as hospitals, pharmacies and supermarkets remain open between 8am and 3pm only. Restaurants, bars and off-licences are closed, except for bars and restaurants serving hotel residents.

12.02.2021

Zimbabwe Latest News: From 4am on Saturday 9 December, visitors arriving into the UK who have been in or transited through Zimbabwe in the previous 10 days will not be permitted entry. British and Irish nationals, longer-term visa holders and permanent residents arriving in the UK from Zimbabwe, need to self-isolate on their return (Gov.uk, 07.01.2021). Government extends nationwide curfew, bans inter-city travel because of COVID-19 (Reuters, 02.01.2021).

International Restrictions:
Zimbabwe opened its land borders and international airports to tourists in addition to Zimbabwean nationals and valid permit holders on 1 December 2020.
Tourists and non-residents entering Zimbabwe must possess a negative COVID-19 test result, issued no more than 48 hours before their arrival at the border. If you are not a Zimbabwean citizen or resident and you do not have a negative test result, or if you exhibit COVID-19 symptoms on arrival, you will be denied entry into Zimbabwe.
People arriving in Zimbabwe are subject to a 14-day quarantine period. If you arrive with a negative COVID-19 test issued within 48 hours of arrival, or test negative at the airport, you may self-isolate at a designated address. If you test positive for COVID-19 at the airport, you will have to quarantine in a government-approved facility.
*Transiting Zimbabwe: Citizens or residents of a Southern Africa Development Community (SADC) member state transiting through Zimbabwe’s land borders on their way to their homes must present a COVID-19-free certificate issued within the previous seven working days and submit themselves to screening and testing for COVID-19.
*Testing/screening on arrival: Tourists and non-residents entering Zimbabwe must possess a negative COVID-19 test result, issued no more than 48 hours before their arrival at the border. If you do not have a negative test result, or if you exhibit COVID-19 like symptoms on arrival, you will be denied entry into Zimbabwe. Citizens and residents who do not have a negative test result, or who exhibit COVID-19 symptoms on arrival will be detained at a holding facility where they will be required to pay US$60 for a test. Check with your carrier before flying to confirm any additional requirements.
*Quarantine requirements: People arriving in Zimbabwe are subject to a 14-day quarantine period. If you arrive with a negative COVID-19 test issued within 48 hours of arrival, or test negative at the airport, you may self-isolate at a designated address. If you test positive for COVID-19 at the airport, you will be detained at a place of isolation for 14 days.
*Data collection: You will be required to complete track and trace information on arrival in Zimbabwe.
*Exiting Zimbabwe: if you’re travelling to Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport from outside Harare, you will need to get an authorisation letter from your local police station. Take your confirmed flight ticket and your passport with you. On leaving Zimbabwe, you will be required to present a negative COVID-19 certificate, issued no more than 48 hours prior to boarding your flight.

Internal Restrictions:
*Travel in Zimbabwe: Zimbabwe is currently in indefinite lockdown. During this time, you are required to stay at home except to buy essential food or medicine, or seek essential healthcare within a 5km radius of where you are staying. Only certain categories of key workers are exempt. There is a curfew between 6pm to 6am which is being enforced by the security services. You should comply with these requirements, wherever you are staying in Zimbabwe.
You should avoid any political gatherings or demonstrations. These can be unpredictable, can turn violent without notice and the response from the security forces may be disproportionate. You should exercise a high degree of caution and monitor local media and this travel advice for updates. It is compulsory to wear a face mask covering the nose and mouth whenever you are outside of your home.
Public transport is limited. Intercity travel remains restricted. Tourists are authorised to travel between airports and designated tourist facilities. Be sure to take confirmation of your bookings with you when travelling.
*Accommodation: You should ensure you have accommodation for the period of your stay, as some hotels may close at short notice.
*Public spaces and services:All gatherings, including at weddings, churches, bars, off-licences gyms and restaurants, are banned. The only exception is for funerals, which are limited to 30 individuals. Essential services such as hospitals, pharmacies and supermarkets remain open between 8am and 3pm only.Restaurants, bars and off-licences are closed, except for bars and restaurants serving hotel residents.

03.02.2021

Zimbabwe Latest News: From 4am on Saturday 9 December, visitors arriving into the UK who have been in or transited through Zimbabwe in the previous 10 days will not be permitted entry. British and Irish nationals, longer-term visa holders and permanent residents arriving in the UK from Zimbabwe, need to self-isolate on their return (Gov.uk, 07.01.2021). Government extends nationwide curfew, bans inter-city travel because of COVID-19 (Reuters, 02.01.2021).

International Restrictions:
Zimbabwe opened its land borders and international airports to tourists in addition to Zimbabwean nationals and valid permit holders on 1 December 2020.
Tourists and non-residents entering Zimbabwe must possess a negative COVID-19 test result, issued no more than 48 hours before their arrival at the border. If you are not a Zimbabwean citizen or resident and you do not have a negative test result, or if you exhibit COVID-19 symptoms on arrival, you will be denied entry into Zimbabwe.
People arriving in Zimbabwe are subject to a 14-day quarantine period. If you arrive with a negative COVID-19 test issued within 48 hours of arrival, or test negative at the airport, you may self-isolate at a designated address. If you test positive for COVID-19 at the airport, you will have to quarantine in a government-approved facility.
*Transiting Zimbabwe: Citizens or residents of a Southern Africa Development Community (SADC) member state transiting through Zimbabwe’s land borders on their way to their homes must present a COVID-19-free certificate issued within the previous seven working days and submit themselves to screening and testing for COVID-19.
*Testing/screening on arrival: Tourists and non-residents entering Zimbabwe must possess a negative COVID-19 test result, issued no more than 48 hours before their arrival at the border. If you do not have a negative test result, or if you exhibit COVID-19 like symptoms on arrival, you will be denied entry into Zimbabwe. Citizens and residents who do not have a negative test result, or who exhibit COVID-19 symptoms on arrival will be detained at a holding facility where they will be required to pay US$60 for a test. Check with your carrier before flying to confirm any additional requirements.
*Quarantine requirements: People arriving in Zimbabwe are subject to a 14-day quarantine period. If you arrive with a negative COVID-19 test issued within 48 hours of arrival, or test negative at the airport, you may self-isolate at a designated address. If you test positive for COVID-19 at the airport, you will be detained at a place of isolation for 14 days.
*Data collection: You will be required to complete track and trace information on arrival in Zimbabwe.
*Exiting Zimbabwe: if you’re travelling to Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport from outside Harare, you will need to get an authorisation letter from your local police station. Take your confirmed flight ticket and your passport with you. On leaving Zimbabwe, you will be required to present a negative COVID-19 certificate, issued no more than 48 hours prior to boarding your flight.

Internal Restrictions:
*Travel in Zimbabwe: Zimbabwe is currently in indefinite lockdown. During this time, you are required to stay at home except to buy essential food or medicine or seek essential healthcare. Only certain categories of key workers are exempt. There is a curfew between 6pm to 6am which is being enforced by the security services. You should comply with these requirements, wherever you are staying in Zimbabwe. You should avoid any political gatherings or demonstrations. These can be unpredictable, can turn violent without notice and the response from the security forces may be disproportionate. You should exercise a high degree of caution and monitor local media and this travel advice for updates. It is compulsory to wear a face mask covering the nose and mouth whenever you are outside of your home. Public transport is limited. Intercity travel remains restricted. Tourists are authorised to travel between airports and designated tourist facilities. Be sure to take confirmation of your bookings with you when travelling.
*Accommodation: You should ensure you have accommodation for the period of your stay, as some hotels may close at short notice.
*Public spaces and services: All gatherings, including at weddings, churches, bars, off-licences gyms and restaurants, are banned. The only exception is for funerals, which are limited to 30 individuals. Essential services such as hospitals, pharmacies and supermarkets remain open between 8am and 3pm only. Restaurants, bars and off-licences are closed, except for bars and restaurants serving hotel residents.

27.01.2021

Zimbabwe Latest News: From 4am on Saturday 9 December, visitors arriving into the UK who have been in or transited through Zimbabwe in the previous 10 days will not be permitted entry. British and Irish nationals, longer-term visa holders and permanent residents arriving in the UK from Zimbabwe, need to self-isolate on their return (Gov.uk, 07.01.2021). Government extends nationwide curfew, bans inter-city travel because of COVID-19 (Reuters, 02.01.2021).

International Restrictions:
Zimbabwe opened its land borders and international airports to tourists in addition to Zimbabwean nationals and valid permit holders on 1 December 2020.
Tourists and non-residents entering Zimbabwe must possess a negative COVID-19 test result, issued no more than 48 hours before their arrival at the border. If you are not a Zimbabwean citizen or resident and you do not have a negative test result, or if you exhibit COVID-19 symptoms on arrival, you will be denied entry into Zimbabwe.
People arriving in Zimbabwe are subject to a 14-day quarantine period. If you arrive with a negative COVID-19 test issued within 48 hours of arrival, or test negative at the airport, you may self-isolate at a designated address. If you test positive for COVID-19 at the airport, you will have to quarantine in a government-approved facility.
*Transiting Zimbabwe: Citizens or residents of a Southern Africa Development Community (SADC) member state transiting through Zimbabwe’s land borders on their way to their homes must present a COVID-19-free certificate issued within the previous seven working days and submit themselves to screening and testing for COVID-19.
*Testing/screening on arrival: Tourists and non-residents entering Zimbabwe must possess a negative COVID-19 test result, issued no more than 48 hours before their arrival at the border. If you do not have a negative test result, or if you exhibit COVID-19 like symptoms on arrival, you will be denied entry into Zimbabwe. Citizens and residents who do not have a negative test result, or who exhibit COVID-19 symptoms on arrival will be detained at a holding facility where they will be required to pay US$60 for a test. Check with your carrier before flying to confirm any additional requirements.
*Quarantine requirements: People arriving in Zimbabwe are subject to a 14-day quarantine period. If you arrive with a negative COVID-19 test issued within 48 hours of arrival, or test negative at the airport, you may self-isolate at a designated address. If you test positive for COVID-19 at the airport, you will be detained at a place of isolation for 14 days.
*Data collection: You will be required to complete track and trace information on arrival in Zimbabwe.
*Exiting Zimbabwe: if you’re travelling to Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport from outside Harare, you will need to get an authorisation letter from your local police station. Take your confirmed flight ticket and your passport with you. On leaving Zimbabwe, you will be required to present a negative COVID-19 certificate, issued no more than 48 hours prior to boarding your flight.

Internal Restrictions:
Intercity travel remains restricted. Tourists are authorised to travel between airports and designated tourist facilities. Be sure to take confirmation of your bookings with you when travelling.nOn leaving Zimbabwe, you will be also required to present a negative COVID-19 certificate, issued no more than 48 hours prior to boarding your flight.
*Travel in Zimbabwe: Zimbabwe is currently in indefinite lockdown. During this time, you are required to stay at home except to buy essential food or medicine, or seek essential healthcare. Only certain categories of key workers are exempt. There is a curfew between 10pm to 6am which is being enforced by the security services. You should comply with these requirements, wherever you are staying in Zimbabwe. You should avoid any political gatherings or demonstrations. These can be unpredictable, can turn violent without notice and the response from the security forces may be disproportionate. You should exercise a high degree of caution and monitor local media and this travel advice for updates. It is compulsory to wear a face mask covering the nose and mouth whenever you are outside of your home.
Public transport is limited. Intercity travel remains restricted. Tourists are authorised to travel between airports and designated tourist facilities. Be sure to take confirmation of your bookings with you when travelling.
*Accommodation: You should ensure you have accommodation for the period of your stay, as some hotels may close at short notice.
*Public spaces and services: You are not allowed to gather in groups of more than 100 in any public place (subject to mask wearing and social distancing).

18.01.2021

Zimbabwe Latest News: Government extends nationwide curfew, bans inter-city travel because of COVID-19 (Reuters, 02.01.2021).

International Restrictions:
Zimbabwe opened its land borders and international airports to tourists in addition to Zimbabwean nationals and valid permit holders on 1 December 2020.
Tourists and non-residents entering Zimbabwe must possess a negative COVID-19 test result, issued no more than 48 hours before their arrival at the border. If you are not a Zimbabwean citizen or resident and you do not have a negative test result, or if you exhibit COVID-19 symptoms on arrival, you will be denied entry into Zimbabwe.
People arriving in Zimbabwe are subject to a 14-day quarantine period. If you arrive with a negative COVID-19 test issued within 48 hours of arrival, or test negative at the airport, you may self-isolate at a designated address. If you test positive for COVID-19 at the airport, you will have to quarantine in a government-approved facility.
*Transiting Zimbabwe: Citizens or residents of a Southern Africa Development Community (SADC) member state transiting through Zimbabwe’s land borders on their way to their homes must present a COVID-19-free certificate issued within the previous seven working days and submit themselves to screening and testing for COVID-19.
*Testing/screening on arrival: Tourists and non-residents entering Zimbabwe must possess a negative COVID-19 test result, issued no more than 48 hours before their arrival at the border. If you do not have a negative test result, or if you exhibit COVID-19 like symptoms on arrival, you will be denied entry into Zimbabwe. Citizens and residents who do not have a negative test result, or who exhibit COVID-19 symptoms on arrival will be detained at a holding facility where they will be required to pay US$60 for a test. Check with your carrier before flying to confirm any additional requirements.
*Quarantine requirements: People arriving in Zimbabwe are subject to a 14-day quarantine period. If you arrive with a negative COVID-19 test issued within 48 hours of arrival, or test negative at the airport, you may self-isolate at a designated address. If you test positive for COVID-19 at the airport, you will be detained at a place of isolation for 14 days.
*Data collection: You will be required to complete track and trace information on arrival in Zimbabwe.
*Exiting Zimbabwe: if you’re travelling to Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport from outside Harare, you will need to get an authorisation letter from your local police station. Take your confirmed flight ticket and your passport with you. On leaving Zimbabwe, you will be required to present a negative COVID-19 certificate, issued no more than 48 hours prior to boarding your flight.

Internal Restrictions:
Intercity travel remains restricted. Tourists are authorised to travel between airports and designated tourist facilities. Be sure to take confirmation of your bookings with you when travelling.nOn leaving Zimbabwe, you will be also required to present a negative COVID-19 certificate, issued no more than 48 hours prior to boarding your flight.
*Travel in Zimbabwe: Zimbabwe is currently in indefinite lockdown. During this time, you are required to stay at home except to buy essential food or medicine, or seek essential healthcare. Only certain categories of key workers are exempt. There is a curfew between 10pm to 6am which is being enforced by the security services. You should comply with these requirements, wherever you are staying in Zimbabwe. You should avoid any political gatherings or demonstrations. These can be unpredictable, can turn violent without notice and the response from the security forces may be disproportionate. You should exercise a high degree of caution and monitor local media and this travel advice for updates. It is compulsory to wear a face mask covering the nose and mouth whenever you are outside of your home.
Public transport is limited. Intercity travel remains restricted. Tourists are authorised to travel between airports and designated tourist facilities. Be sure to take confirmation of your bookings with you when travelling.
*Accommodation: You should ensure you have accommodation for the period of your stay, as some hotels may close at short notice.
*Public spaces and services: You are not allowed to gather in groups of more than 100 in any public place (subject to mask wearing and social distancing).

02.01.2021

Zimbabwe Latest News: Several airlines resume international flights at Harare airport (Chat, 01.10.2020). Government lifts ban on inter-city travel (Reuters, 15.09.2020). Government to allow international flights from 1 October; domestic flights permitted from 10 September (Reuters, 08.09.2020)

International Restrictions:
*Entry to Zimbabwe: Zimbabwe re-opened its international airports and land borders to tourists in addition to Zimbabwean nationals and valid residence permit holders on 1 December. From 30 September 2020 visas that have been extended during the national lockdown, including diplomatic visas, temporary residence permits or employment permits, will expire. If you wish to extend or renew such visas or permits you must do so via the relevant Government of Zimbabwe department.
*Transiting Zimbabwe: Citizens or residents of a Southern Africa Development Community (SADC) member state transiting through Zimbabwe’s land borders on their way to their homes must present a COVID-19-free certificate issued within the previous seven working days and submit themselves to screening and testing for COVID-19.
*Testing/screening on arrival: Tourists and non-residents entering Zimbabwe must possess a negative COVID-19 test result, issued no more than 48 hours before their arrival at the border. If you do not have a negative test result, or if you exhibit COVID-19 like symptoms on arrival, you will be denied entry into Zimbabwe. Citizens and residents who do not have a negative test result, or who exhibit COVID-19 symptoms on arrival will be detained at a holding facility where they will be required to pay US$60 for a test. Check with your carrier before flying to confirm any additional requirements.
*Quarantine requirements: People arriving in Zimbabwe are subject to a 14-day quarantine period. If you arrive with a negative COVID-19 test issued within 48 hours of arrival, or test negative at the airport, you may self-isolate at a designated address. If you test positive for COVID-19 at the airport, you will be detained at a place of isolation for 14 days.
*Data collection: You will be required to complete track and trace information on arrival in Zimbabwe.
*Exiting Zimbabwe: if you’re travelling to Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport from outside Harare, you will need to get an authorisation letter from your local police station. Take your confirmed flight ticket and your passport with you. On leaving Zimbabwe, you will be required to present a negative COVID-19 certificate, issued no more than 48 hours prior to boarding your flight.

Internal Restrictions:
Intercity travel remains restricted. Tourists are authorised to travel between airports and designated tourist facilities. Be sure to take confirmation of your bookings with you when travelling.nOn leaving Zimbabwe, you will be also required to present a negative COVID-19 certificate, issued no more than 48 hours prior to boarding your flight.
*Travel in Zimbabwe: Zimbabwe is currently in indefinite lockdown. During this time, you are required to stay at home except to buy essential food or medicine, or seek essential healthcare. Only certain categories of key workers are exempt. There is a curfew between 10pm to 6am which is being enforced by the security services. You should comply with these requirements, wherever you are staying in Zimbabwe. You should avoid any political gatherings or demonstrations. These can be unpredictable, can turn violent without notice and the response from the security forces may be disproportionate. You should exercise a high degree of caution and monitor local media and this travel advice for updates. It is compulsory to wear a face mask covering the nose and mouth whenever you are outside of your home.
Public transport is limited. Intercity travel remains restricted. Tourists are authorised to travel between airports and designated tourist facilities. Be sure to take confirmation of your bookings with you when travelling.
*Accommodation: You should ensure you have accommodation for the period of your stay, as some hotels may close at short notice.
*Public spaces and services: You are not allowed to gather in groups of more than 100 in any public place (subject to mask wearing and social distancing).

16.12.2020

Zimbabwe Latest News: Several airlines resume international flights at Harare airport (Chat, 01.10.2020). Government lifts ban on inter-city travel (Reuters, 15.09.2020). Government to allow international flights from 1 October; domestic flights permitted from 10 September (Reuters, 08.09.2020)

International Restrictions: There are limited commercial flights into and out of Zimbabwe. Foreign nationals are able to exit Zimbabwe. However, if you’re travelling to Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport from outside Harare, you will need to get an authorisation letter from your local police station. Take your confirmed flight ticket and your passport with you. On leaving Zimbabwe, you will be also required to present a negative COVID-19 certificate, issued no more than 72 hours prior to boarding your flight. Ethiopian Airlines have resumed flights from Harare. Emirates and Kenyan Airways are expected to resume operations from early October.
*Entry to Zimbabwe: From 1 October, Zimbabwe is opening its international airports to tourists in addition to Zimbabwean nationals and valid residence permit holders. From 30 September 2020 visas that have been extended during the national lockdown, including diplomatic visas, temporary residence permits or employment permits, will expire. If you wish to extend or renew such visas or permits you must do so via the relevant Government of Zimbabwe department.
*Transiting Zimbabwe: Citizens or residents of a Southern Africa Development Community (SADC) member state transiting through Zimbabwe’s land borders on their way to their homes must present a COVID-19-free certificate issued within the previous seven working days and submit themselves to screening and testing for COVID-19.
*Testing/screening on arrival: To enter Zimbabwe you must possess a negative COVID-19 test result, issued no more than 48 hours before your journey. If you do not have a negative test result, or if you exhibit COVID-19 like symptoms on arrival, you will be detained at a holding facility where you will be required to pay US$60.00 for a test. Check with your carrier before flying to confirm any additional requirements.
*Quarantine requirements: People arriving in Zimbabwe are subject to a 14-day quarantine period. If you arrive with a negative COVID-19 test issued within 48 hours of arrival, or test negative at the airport, you may self-isolate at a designated address. If you test positive for COVID-19 at the airport, you will have to quarantine in a Government-approved facility.
*Data collection: You will be required to complete track and trace information on arrival in Zimbabwe.
*Exiting Zimbabwe: The Zimbabwean government has said that British nationals, including dual nationals, are allowed to exit Zimbabwe. However, if you’re travelling to Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport from outside Harare, you will need to get an authorisation letter from your local police station. Take your confirmed flight ticket and your passport with you. On leaving Zimbabwe, you will be also required to present a negative COVID-19 certificate, issued no more than 72 hours

Internal Restrictions:
Intercity travel remains restricted. Tourists are authorised to travel between airports and designated tourist facilities. Be sure to take confirmation of your bookings with you when travelling.
*Travel in Zimbabwe: Zimbabwe is currently in indefinite lockdown. During this time, you are required to stay at home except to buy essential food or medicine or seek essential healthcare. Only certain categories of key workers are exempt. There is a curfew between 10pm to 6am which is being enforced by the security services. You should comply with these requirements, wherever you are staying in Zimbabwe. You should exercise a high degree of caution and monitor local media and this travel advice for updates. It is compulsory to wear a face mask covering the nose and mouth whenever you are outside of your home. Public transport is limited. Intercity travel remains restricted. Tourists are authorised to travel between airports and designated tourist facilities. Be sure to take confirmation of your bookings with you when travelling.
*Accommodation: You should ensure you have accommodation for the period of your stay, as some hotels may close at short notice.
*Public spaces and services: Individuals are not allowed to gather in groups of more than two except in the following circumstances (subject to mask wearing and social distancing): • up to 100 individuals while waiting for transport, and as many in the vehicle as social distancing allows; • up to 100 individuals for a funeral; • up to 100 individuals at a place of worship; • individuals gathering in supermarkets and food retail stores; • individuals gathered for the purpose of an essential service such as going to hospital or a pharmacy.; • up to 100 people at low risk sports events.

09.12.2020

Zimbabwe Latest News: Several airlines resume international flights at Harare airport (Chat, 01.10.2020). Government lifts ban on inter-city travel (Reuters, 15.09.2020). Government to allow international flights from 1 October; domestic flights permitted from 10 September (Reuters, 08.09.2020)

International Restrictions: There are limited commercial flights into and out of Zimbabwe. Foreign nationals are able to exit Zimbabwe. However, if you’re travelling to Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport from outside Harare, you will need to get an authorisation letter from your local police station. Take your confirmed flight ticket and your passport with you. On leaving Zimbabwe, you will be also required to present a negative COVID-19 certificate, issued no more than 72 hours prior to boarding your flight. Ethiopian Airlines have resumed flights from Harare. Emirates and Kenyan Airways are expected to resume operations from early October.
*Entry to Zimbabwe: From 1 October, Zimbabwe is opening its international airports to tourists in addition to Zimbabwean nationals and valid residence permit holders. From 30 September 2020 visas that have been extended during the national lockdown, including diplomatic visas, temporary residence permits or employment permits, will expire. If you wish to extend or renew such visas or permits you must do so via the relevant Government of Zimbabwe department.
*Transiting Zimbabwe: Citizens or residents of a Southern Africa Development Community (SADC) member state transiting through Zimbabwe’s land borders on their way to their homes must present a COVID-19-free certificate issued within the previous seven working days and submit themselves to screening and testing for COVID-19.
*Testing/screening on arrival: To enter Zimbabwe you must possess a negative COVID-19 test result, issued no more than 48 hours before your journey. If you do not have a negative test result, or if you exhibit COVID-19 like symptoms on arrival, you will be detained at a holding facility where you will be required to pay US$60.00 for a test. Check with your carrier before flying to confirm any additional requirements.
*Quarantine requirements: People arriving in Zimbabwe are subject to a 14-day quarantine period. If you arrive with a negative COVID-19 test issued within 48 hours of arrival, or test negative at the airport, you may self-isolate at a designated address. If you test positive for COVID-19 at the airport, you will have to quarantine in a Government-approved facility.
*Data collection: You will be required to complete track and trace information on arrival in Zimbabwe.
*Exiting Zimbabwe: The Zimbabwean government has said that British nationals, including dual nationals, are allowed to exit Zimbabwe. However, if you’re travelling to Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport from outside Harare, you will need to get an authorisation letter from your local police station. Take your confirmed flight ticket and your passport with you. On leaving Zimbabwe, you will be also required to present a negative COVID-19 certificate, issued no more than 72 hours

Internal Restrictions:
Intercity travel remains restricted. Tourists are authorised to travel between airports and designated tourist facilities. Be sure to take confirmation of your bookings with you when travelling. On leaving Zimbabwe, you will be also required to present a negative COVID-19 certificate, issued no more than 48 hours prior to boarding your flight.
*Travel in Zimbabwe: Zimbabwe is currently in indefinite lockdown. During this time, you are required to stay at home except to buy essential food or medicine, or seek essential healthcare. Only certain categories of key workers are exempt. There is a curfew between 10pm to 6am which is being enforced by the security services. You should comply with these requirements, wherever you are staying in Zimbabwe. You should avoid any political gatherings or demonstrations. These can be unpredictable, can turn violent without notice and the response from the security forces may be disproportionate. You should exercise a high degree of caution and monitor local media and this travel advice for updates. It is compulsory to wear a face mask covering the nose and mouth whenever you are outside of your home. Public transport is limited. Intercity travel remains restricted. Tourists are authorised to travel between airports and designated tourist facilities. Be sure to take confirmation of your bookings with you when travelling.
*Accommodation: You should ensure you have accommodation for the period of your stay, as some hotels may close at short notice.
*Public spaces and services: Individuals are not allowed to gather in groups of more than two except in the following circumstances (subject to mask wearing and social distancing): • up to 50 individuals while waiting for transport, and as many in the vehicle as social distancing allows; up to 50 individuals for a funeral; up to 100 individuals at a place of worship; individuals gathering in supermarkets and food retail stores; individuals gathered for the purpose of an essential service such as going to hospital or a pharmacy.

03.12.2020

Zimbabwe Latest News: Several airlines resume international flights at Harare airport (Chat, 01.10.2020). Government lifts ban on inter-city travel (Reuters, 15.09.2020). Government to allow international flights from 1 October; domestic flights permitted from 10 September (Reuters, 08.09.2020)

International Restrictions: There are limited commercial flights into and out of Zimbabwe. Foreign nationals are able to exit Zimbabwe. However, if you’re travelling to Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport from outside Harare, you will need to get an authorisation letter from your local police station. Take your confirmed flight ticket and your passport with you. On leaving Zimbabwe, you will be also required to present a negative COVID-19 certificate, issued no more than 72 hours prior to boarding your flight. Ethiopian Airlines have resumed flights from Harare. Emirates and Kenyan Airways are expected to resume operations from early October.
*Entry to Zimbabwe: From 1 October, Zimbabwe is opening its international airports to tourists in addition to Zimbabwean nationals and valid residence permit holders. From 30 September 2020 visas that have been extended during the national lockdown, including diplomatic visas, temporary residence permits or employment permits, will expire. If you wish to extend or renew such visas or permits you must do so via the relevant Government of Zimbabwe department.
*Transiting Zimbabwe: Citizens or residents of a Southern Africa Development Community (SADC) member state transiting through Zimbabwe’s land borders on their way to their homes must present a COVID-19-free certificate issued within the previous seven working days and submit themselves to screening and testing for COVID-19.
*Testing/screening on arrival: To enter Zimbabwe you must possess a negative COVID-19 test result, issued no more than 48 hours before your journey. If you do not have a negative test result, or if you exhibit COVID-19 like symptoms on arrival, you will be detained at a holding facility where you will be required to pay US$60.00 for a test. Check with your carrier before flying to confirm any additional requirements.
*Quarantine requirements: People arriving in Zimbabwe are subject to a 14-day quarantine period. If you arrive with a negative COVID-19 test issued within 48 hours of arrival, or test negative at the airport, you may self-isolate at a designated address. If you test positive for COVID-19 at the airport, you will have to quarantine in a Government-approved facility.
*Data collection: You will be required to complete track and trace information on arrival in Zimbabwe.
*Exiting Zimbabwe: The Zimbabwean government has said that British nationals, including dual nationals, are allowed to exit Zimbabwe. However, if you’re travelling to Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport from outside Harare, you will need to get an authorisation letter from your local police station. Take your confirmed flight ticket and your passport with you. On leaving Zimbabwe, you will be also required to present a negative COVID-19 certificate, issued no more than 72 hours

Internal Restrictions:
*Travel in Zimbabwe: Zimbabwe is currently in indefinite lockdown. During this time, you are required to stay at home except to buy essential food or medicine, or seek essential healthcare. Only certain categories of key workers are exempt. There is a curfew between 8pm to 6am which is being enforced by the security services. You should comply with these requirements, wherever you are staying in Zimbabwe. You should avoid any political gatherings or demonstrations. These can be unpredictable, can turn violent without notice and the response from the security forces may be disproportionate. You should exercise a high degree of caution and monitor local media and this travel advice for updates. It is compulsory to wear a face mask covering the nose and mouth whenever you are outside of your home. Public transport is now very limited.
*Accommodation: You should ensure you have accommodation for the period of the lockdown, as some hotels may close at short notice.
*Public spaces and services: All gatherings of more than 100 people are prohibited, unless you need to access an essential service in which case you should try to maintain social distancing.

19.11.2020

Zimbabwe Latest News: Several airlines resume international flights at Harare airport (Chat, 01.10.2020). Government lifts ban on inter-city travel (Reuters, 15.09.2020). Government to allow international flights from 1 October; domestic flights permitted from 10 September (Reuters, 08.09.2020)

International Restrictions: There are limited commercial flights into and out of Zimbabwe.
*Entry to Zimbabwe: From 1 October, Zimbabwe is opening its international airports to tourists in addition to Zimbabwean nationals and valid residence permit holders. From 30 September 2020 visas that have been extended during the national lockdown, including diplomatic visas, temporary residence permits or employment permits, will expire. If you wish to extend or renew such visas or permits you must do so via the relevant Government of Zimbabwe department.
*Transiting Zimbabwe: Citizens or residents of a Southern Africa Development Community (SADC) member state transiting through Zimbabwe’s land borders on their way to their homes must present a COVID-19-free certificate issued within the previous seven working days and submit themselves to screening and testing for COVID-19.
*Testing/screening on arrival: To enter Zimbabwe you must possess a negative COVID-19 test result, taken no more than than 48 hours before your journey. If you do not have a negative test result, or if you exhibit COVID-19 like symptoms on arrival, you will be detained at a holding facility where you will be required to pay US$60.00 for a test. Check with your carrier before flying to confirm any additional requirements.
*Quarantine requirements: People arriving in Zimbabwe are subject to a 14-day quarantine period. Several private facilities have been approved by the Zimbabwe Ministry of Health. It is possible to make bookings online through the ZINCAT website. Individuals will be responsible for meeting costs associated with private facilities. Your travel document or identity document may be retained by the authorities for the duration of the quarantine period.
*Data collection: You will be required to complete track and trace information on arrival in Zimbabwe.
*Exiting Zimbabwe: The Zimbabwean government has said that British nationals, including dual nationals, are allowed to exit Zimbabwe. However, if you’re travelling to Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport from outside Harare, you will need to get an authorisation letter from your local police station. Take your confirmed flight ticket and your passport with you. On leaving Zimbabwe, you will be also required to present a negative COVID-19 certificate, issued no more than 72 hours prior to boarding your flight.

Internal Restrictions:
*Travel in Zimbabwe: Zimbabwe is currently in indefinite lockdown. During this time, you are required to stay at home except to buy essential food or medicine, or seek essential healthcare. Only certain categories of key workers are exempt. There is a curfew between 8pm to 6am which is being enforced by the security services. You should comply with these requirements, wherever you are staying in Zimbabwe. You should avoid any political gatherings or demonstrations. These can be unpredictable, can turn violent without notice and the response from the security forces may be disproportionate. You should exercise a high degree of caution and monitor local media and this travel advice for updates. It is compulsory to wear a face mask covering the nose and mouth whenever you are outside of your home. Public transport is now very limited.
*Accommodation: You should ensure you have accommodation for the period of the lockdown, as some hotels may close at short notice.
*Public spaces and services: All gatherings of more than 100 people are prohibited, unless you need to access an essential service in which case you should try to maintain social distancing.

01.10.2020

Zimbabwe Latest News: Government lifts ban on inter-city travel (Reuters, 15.09.2020). Government to allow international flights from 1 October; domestic flights permitted from 10 September (Reuters, 08.09.2020)

International Restrictions:
There are limited commercial flights in/out of Zimbbwe. Ethiopian Airlines have resumed flights from Harare. Emirates and Kenyan Airways are expected to resume operations from the 1st October. Zimbabwe’s borders are closed to non-residents. Most commercial airlines have reduced or suspended flights to Zimbabwe.
Citizens or residents of a Southern Africa Development Community (SADC) member state transiting through Zimbabwe’s land borders on their way to their homes must present a COVID-19-free certificate issued within the previous seven working days and submit themselves to screening and testing for COVID-19. Testing is conducted on arrival in Zimbabwe and throughout the 21 day quarantine/self-isolation period. Check with your carrier before flying to confirm any additional requirements.
People returning to Zimbabwe are subject to a 21-day quarantine period at a government facility. Several private facilities have been approved by the Zimbabwe Ministry of Health for people seeking an alternative to the government facilities. The Ministry of Health have not released a list of approved private facilities. However, it is possible to make bookings online here. Individuals will be responsible for meeting costs associated with private facilities. Your travel document or identity document may be retained by the authorities for the duration of the quarantine period. There are reports that the Government of Zimbabwe will allow individuals who bring a COVID-19 PCR negative certificate, which is less than 96 hours old at the time of arrival in Zimbabwe, to self-isolate at home. This has not been officially confirmed so you should still be prepared to quarantine in a government-approved facility.
You will be required to complete track and trace information on arrival in Zimbabwe.

Internal Restrictions:
Domestic flights resumed. As of 15 September inter-city travel is allowed. The government has extended business hours by two hours to close at 6.30 p.m. School reopened.
There is a curfew between 8pm to 6am which is being enforced by the security services. You should comply with these requirements, wherever you are staying in Zimbabwe. It is compulsory to wear a face mask covering the nose and mouth whenever you are outside of your home. Public transport is now very limited. Foreign nationals are able to exit Zimbabwe. However, if you’re travelling to Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport from outside of Harare, you will need to get an authorisation letter from your local police station. Take your confirmed flight ticket and your passport with you. You should ensure you have accommodation for the period of the lockdown, as some hotels may close at short notice. All gatherings of more than 50 people are prohibited, unless you need to access an essential service in which case you should try to maintain social distancing.

28.09.2020

Zimbabwe Latest News: Government lifts ban on inter-city travel (Reuters, 15.09.2020). Government to allow international flights from 1 October; domestic flights permitted from 10 September (Reuters, 08.09.2020)

International Restrictions:
There are limited commercial flights in/out of Zimbbwe. Zimbabwe’s borders are closed to non-residents. Most commercial airlines have reduced or suspended flights to Zimbabwe.
Citizens or residents of a Southern Africa Development Community (SADC) member state transiting through Zimbabwe’s land borders on their way to their homes must present a COVID-19-free certificate issued within the previous seven working days and submit themselves to screening and testing for COVID-19. Testing is conducted on arrival in Zimbabwe and throughout the 21 day quarantine/self-isolation period. Check with your carrier before flying to confirm any additional requirements.
People returning to Zimbabwe are subject to a 21-day quarantine period at a government facility. Several private facilities have been approved by the Zimbabwe Ministry of Health for people seeking an alternative to the government facilities. The Ministry of Health have not released a list of approved private facilities. However, it is possible to make bookings online here. Individuals will be responsible for meeting costs associated with private facilities. Your travel document or identity document may be retained by the authorities for the duration of the quarantine period. There are reports that the Government of Zimbabwe will allow individuals who bring a COVID-19 PCR negative certificate, which is less than 96 hours old at the time of arrival in Zimbabwe, to self-isolate at home. This has not been officially confirmed so you should still be prepared to quarantine in a government-approved facility.
You will be required to complete track and trace information on arrival in Zimbabwe.

Zimbabwe is currently in indefinite lockdown. During this time, you are required to stay at home except to buy essential food or medicine, or seek essential healthcare. Only certain categories of key workers are exempt. There is a curfew between 1800hrs to 0600hrs which is being enforced by the security services. You should comply with these requirements, wherever you are staying in Zimbabwe. It is compulsory to wear a face mask covering the nose and mouth whenever you are outside of your home. Public transport is now very limited. Foreign nationals are able to exit Zimbabwe. However, if you’re travelling to Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport from outside of Harare, you will need to get an authorisation letter from your local police station. You should ensure you have accommodation for the period of the lockdown, as some hotels may close at short notice. All gatherings of more than 50 people are prohibited, unless you need to access an essential service in which case you should try to maintain social distancing.

23.07.2020

Zimbabwe *****

International restrictions:

Zimbabwe’s borders are closed to non-residents. Most commercial airlines have reduced or suspended flights to Zimbabwe. The Government of Zimbabwe has announced that all tourist visas have been automatically extended for the duration of the lockdown. Citizens or residents of a Southern Africa Development Community (SADC) member state transiting through Zimbabwe’s land borders on their way to their homes must present a COVID-19-free certificate issued within the previous seven working days and submit themselves to screening and testing for COVID-19. Testing is conducted on arrival in Zimbabwe and throughout the 21 day quarantine/self-isolation period. People returning to Zimbabwe are subject to a 21-day quarantine period at a government facility. Several private facilities have been approved by the Zimbabwe Ministry of Health for people seeking an alternative to the government facilities. The Ministry of Health have not released a list of approved private facilities. However, it is possible to make bookings online through the ZINCAT website [https://www.zincat.org/zincat-is-now-offering-quarantine-bookings-for-returning-residents/]. Individuals will be responsible for meeting costs associated with private facilities. You will be required to complete track and trace information on arrival in Zimbabwe. Foreign nationals are allowed to exit Zimbabwe.

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There are limited commercial flights. President Mnangagwa announced on 30 March that everybody in Zimbabwe must stay at home, except to buy essential food or medicine. Only certain categories of key workers are exempt. The duration of the nationwide lockdown has been extended indefinitely until further notice. You should comply with these requirements, wherever you are staying in Zimbabwe. It is compulsory to wear a face mask covering the nose and mouth whenever you are outside of your home. Public transport is now very limited. Foreign nationals are able to exit Zimbabwe. However, if you’re travelling to Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport from outside of Harare, you will need to get an authorisation letter from your local police station.All gatherings of more than 50 people are prohibited, unless you need to access an essential service in which case you should try to maintain social distancing..

Zimbabwe Zimbabwe announced on 1 May extension of coronavirus lockdown by another two weeks (Reuters, 01.05.2020).

1. Except for BUQ, HRE and VFA, airports are closed.
2. BUQ, HRE and VFA airports are open for the following flights:
– flights carrying staff for essential services or sick persons to hospitals and other health care providers;
– flights carrying a member of the staff of a foreign mission or agency going to or from such mission or agency, or a citizen, resident or protected subject of a foreign country going to or from a foreign mission of the country of which he or she is the citizen, resident or subject, for the purpose of obtaining services or assistance at such mission;
– flights carrying police, defence forces personnel and other enforcement officers.

Zimbabwe’s President Emmerson Mnangagwa on Sunday 19 April extended a lockdown to contain the spread of the new coronavirus by two weeks. (Reuters, 19.04.2020)

As of 16 April, all land borders remain closed except for returning residents and cargo. Returning residents will be subject to strict health screening and 21-day self-quarantine. Entry exceptions may also be applied to citizens bringing remittances from abroad.

All travellers should obtain a medical certificate proving that they are clear of COVID-19 prior to travel to Zimbabwe; there is potential, based on a passenger’s nationality and recent travel history, that they may be asked at immigration to produce such a certificate in order to be granted entry. Anecdotal evidence suggests that passengers arriving from countries without confirmed COVID-19 cases or a “low” number of cases will not be required to present a certificate, however the authorities have not produced a specific list. Furthermore, authorities have asked travellers who have recently been to or are arriving from countries such as China, Iran, Italy and South Korea, to suspend travel to Zimbabwe, as they are likely to be refused entry. For profile and itinerary-specific information, travellers are advised to contact the relevant airline, or the nearest Zimbabwean Embassy.

Internal restrictions:

President Mnangagwa has classified COVID-19 as a ‘National Disaster;’ this allows authorities to deploy resources in combatting the pandemic and also allows the government to forbid gatherings exceeding 100 people. A nationwide lockdown is in place until at least 17 May. During this period, people will only be allowed to leave their home to purchase necessary supplies such as food and medicine, and seek medical care. Exceptions may be applied to farmers delivering their products to markets and citizens bringing remittances from abroad. Some internal measures will ease from 4 May; formal companies will be allowed to operate from 08.00 to 15.00 and public busses will be allowed to transport passengers provided they observe social distancing, wear masks, and that buses have thermometers to screen passengers. During the lockdown, the military will be deployed to ensure that the population complies with restrictions. Shops in Matabeleland South Province are now limiting the quantities being purchased per customer due to declining supplies of basic commodities. People are required to wear masks outside their homes.

10.05.2020

Airlines Updates	Published on 22.10.2020 FastJet to resume Victoria Falls – Johannesburg service from Dec 2020
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Open for travel from Zimbabwe
Crossing Rules	Quarantine is possible Passengers without a medical certificate with a negative Coronavirus (COVID-19) PCR test result issued at most 48 hours before departure from the first embarkation point are subject to a PCR test and quarantine upon arrival.
Flight Restrictions	published 01.10.2020 Entry restrictions Passengers must have a medical certificate with a negative Coronavirus (COVID-19) PCR test result issued at most 48 hours before departure from the first embarkation point.
Quarantine	Quarantine requirement at government designated site. People arriving in Zimbabwe are subject to a 14-day quarantine period. If you arrive with a negative COVID-19 test issued within 48 hours of arrival, or test negative at the airport, you may self-isolate at a designated address. If you test positive for COVID-19 at the airport, you will have to quarantine in a Government-approved facility. Read more
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Certification	COVID-19 negative certification required for entering the country. To enter Zimbabwe you must possess a negative COVID-19 test result, issued no more than 48 hours before your journey. If you do not have a negative test result, or if you exhibit COVID-19 like symptoms on arrival, you will be detained at a holding facility where you will be required to pay US$60.00 for a test. Read more
Vaccination	Yellow fever (2019) Country requirement at entry: a yellow fever vaccination certificate is required for travellers aged 9 months or over arriving from countries with risk of yellow fever transmission and for travellers having transited for more than 12 hours through an airport of a country with risk of yellow fever transmission. WHO vaccination recommendation: no Malaria (2019) Malaria risk due predominantly to P. falciparum exists from November through June in areas below 1200 m and throughout the year in the Zambezi valley. In Bulawayo and Harare, risk is negligible. WHO recommended prevention in risk areas: C Read more

Source	OSAC Travel Advisories/ US State Dept. COVID-19 Country Specific Information/ Foreign travel advice, Gov.UK/
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