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International Restrictions:
*International Travel: Eswatini Air Link services between Johannesburg OR Tambo and Sikhuphe International Airport in Eswatini were re-introduced on 12 October, with a flight every other day.
*Entry and exit rules in response to coronavirus (COVID-19):
• A COVID-19 test must be performed no more than 72 hours before departure and you must be able to demonstrate a negative test result on entry;
• Upon arriving in Eswatini, you will be screened for COVID-19 symptoms and asked about your country of origin and any transit stops;
• If you do not present a negative COVID-19 result on entry, or if you display COVID-19 symptoms, you will be required to take a COVID-19 test on arrival at your own cost;
• You may be required to undergo a quarantine period not exceeding 14 days, or isolation as advised by the port health officers.
In addition, conditions apply on exiting Eswatini:
• You should arrange to have a COVID-19 test no more than 72hrs before you travel. Testing will be at your own expense at a private laboratory;
• You must be able to demonstrate a negative COVID-19 test result when exiting the country;
• Upon exiting, you will be screened for COVID-19 symptoms, and asked details about your country of destination and any transit stops;
• If you display COVID-19 symptoms, you will not be allowed to exit the country;
• “Essential travellers” such as daily commuters (e.g. scholars, teachers and truck drivers) who have been making cross border travel during the travel restriction period, will continue to be able to travel following the protocols they have previously used. Internal Restrictions:
*Travel in Eswatini: From 12 March 2021, all retailers will be shut after 8pm. Gatherings for funerals, community meetings, weddings, professional low-contact sports, entertainment and religious services are permitted. Gatherings are limited to 2 hours, with a maximum of 100 people.
The maximum number of people permitted at an outdoor entertainment event has been increased to 500. For an indoor event, the limit will be 300 people, considering the size of the venue and social distancing protocols.
It is compulsory to wear a mask everywhere, even when travelling alone in a vehicle. There is a requirement for 1.5 metres of social distance with others.
*Accommodation: A few hotels are open for business despite the partial lockdown. Strict hygiene measures are in place to ensure guest safety.
*Public places and services: From 12 March 2021, all retailers will be shut after 8pm. Gatherings remain prohibited except for funerals, community meetings, weddings, professional low-contact sports and religious services. Gatherings are limited to 2 hours, with a maximum of 100 people.
It is compulsory to wear a mask everywhere, even when travelling alone in a vehicle. There is a requirement for 1.5 metres of social distance with others.