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International Restrictions:
*International Travel: International and UN missions flights are operating from Bangui M’Poko international airport.
*Entry to CAR: Some incoming passengers need to undertake a (COVID-19) test on arrival. You should arrange to take a private test. Some air companies and airports also require a negative COVID-19 test prior to boarding to CAR. You should check with your travel provider. Some of CAR neighbouring countries have started to re-open their land borders, including those with CAR This includes Democratic Republic of Congo and Sudan.
*Screening on arrival: All travellers entering CAR are required to wear face masks, use hand sanitiser, have their body temperatures taken and disinfect luggage among other measures.
*Quarantine requirements: 14 days self-isolation is mandatory for any person entering CAR who is coming from a location with local transmission of COVID-19. Airline companies must also cooperate with the government of CAR concerning quarantine and other measures necessary to manage the spread of coronavirus. Internal Restrictions:
*Accommodation: There are limited options for accommodation in Bangui.
*Public places and services: A national curfew is in place in response to outbreaks of violence, following presidential and legislative elections. This curfew comes into effect at 8pm and ends at 5am. You should follow the government’s instructions and avoid travel around Bangui during these hours.
The following measures remain in place:
• it is compulsory to wear face masks in public places;
• no handshakes or kissing, instead use non-contact greetings for social interactions;
• public spaces must have hand-washing stations;
• places of worship and restaurants remain open;
• staying in your house or accommodation is encouraged