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Africa travel restrictions:

Total doses
given
68.9M
People fully
vaccinated
43.7M
% Fully
vaccinated
35.38%
Full Restrictions:
All travellersVisasYou will need a valid visa and a valid travel document to enter Ethiopia.Visitors must obtain a visa from the official Ethiopian e-visa platform [https://www.evisa.gov.et] or from their nearest Ethiopian Embassy before travelling. You will need to show a valid visa before boarding your flight and upon entry.The penalty for overstaying your visa is USD10 per person per day plus the cost to renew your visa. If you overstay you will have to pay your fine in full before you are able to leave Ethiopia. Visitors entering Ethiopia without a valid travel document and Ethiopian visa may be detained...
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Pre-travel testing (vaccinated): None
Pre-travel testing (unvaccinated): PCR / LFT
Test on arrival (vaccinated): RAT
Test on arrival (unvaccinated): RAT/ PCR / ISO
Total doses
given
8.5M
People fully
vaccinated
4.3M
% Fully
vaccinated
21.01%
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Pre-travel testing (vaccinated): None
Pre-travel testing (unvaccinated): PCR
Test on arrival (vaccinated): None
Test on arrival (unvaccinated): None
Total doses
given
8.5M
People fully
vaccinated
4.3M
% Fully
vaccinated
21.01%
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All travellersYou need a visa to enter Malawi as a visitor. See Visas for more information.Lifting of mandatory COVID-19 requirementsWith effect from 5 June 2023, The Presidential Task Force have confirmed that a COVID-19 vaccination certificate or a negative COVID-19 PCR test result will no longer be a mandatory requirement for entry/exit into and out of Malawi for all travellers.All outgoing travellers will be responsible for checking and complying with entry requirements in the countries of their destination and or transit.Passport validityYour passport should be valid for minimum period of 6 months on arrival in Malawi.VisasBritish passport holders need a...
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Pre-travel testing (vaccinated): None
Pre-travel testing (unvaccinated): PCR
Test on arrival (vaccinated): None
Test on arrival (unvaccinated): None
Total doses
given
-
People fully
vaccinated
-
% Fully
vaccinated
-
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Entry to EritreaEritrea’s land borders with Djibouti and Ethiopia are closed and are not expected to re-open in the near future. Eritrea’s land border with Sudan is operational in response to the conflict in Sudan. See International Travel.All travellersThere are no COVID-19 testing or vaccination requirements for passengers entering Eritrea.Check your passport and travel documents before you travelCheck with your travel provider to make sure your passport and other travel documents meet their requirements.Passport validityIf you are visiting Eritrea your passport should be valid for a minimum of six months from the date you arrive, and have at least two...
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Pre-travel testing (vaccinated): PCR
Pre-travel testing (unvaccinated): PCR
Test on arrival (vaccinated): LFT
Test on arrival (unvaccinated): LFT
Total doses
given
3.3M
People fully
vaccinated
2.5M
% Fully
vaccinated
44.54%
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If you’re fully vaccinated against COVID-19Upon arrival, fully vaccinated travellers must present proof of vaccination.If you’re not fully vaccinated against COVID-19Upon arrival, non-vaccinated passengers must provide a PCR test obtained within the previous 72 hours.Children and young peopleChildren and young people must follow the same guidance set out for adults.Check your passport and travel documents before you travelRegular entry requirementsPassport validityIf you are visiting Central African Republic, your passport should be valid for 6 months from the date you arrive.Check with your travel provider to make sure your passport and other travel documents meet their requirements.VisasBritish nationals need a visa...
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Total doses
given
35M
People fully
vaccinated
21.3M
% Fully
vaccinated
64.70%
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Pre-travel testing (vaccinated): None
Pre-travel testing (unvaccinated): PCR
Test on arrival (vaccinated): None
Test on arrival (unvaccinated): None
Total doses
given
0.9M
People fully
vaccinated
547.6K
% Fully
vaccinated
26.01%
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Total doses
given
13.5M
People fully
vaccinated
9.2M
% Fully
vaccinated
46.03%
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All travellersTravellers to Zambia are encouraged to be fully vaccinated but this is not mandatory. On 21 March 2023 the Zambian Ministry of Health lifted all COVID-19 travel related restrictions at points of entry with immediate effect. All travellers to Zambia are no longer required to show proof of vaccination, recovery or testing against COVID-19.You will need a tourist or business visa to enter or travel through Zambia as a visitor as well as valid return air tickets (if arriving by air) and sufficient funds for your stay.See Visas for more information.If you’re fully vaccinatedAll travellers to Zambia are no...
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Pre-travel testing (vaccinated): None
Pre-travel testing (unvaccinated): PCR
Test on arrival (vaccinated): None
Test on arrival (unvaccinated): None
Total doses
given
4.5M
People fully
vaccinated
3.7M
% Fully
vaccinated
70.36%
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Exit restrictionsPassengers departing Liberia are advised to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19.
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Total doses
given
25.6M
People fully
vaccinated
10.8M
% Fully
vaccinated
32.20%
Crossing Rules:
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Pre-travel testing (vaccinated): None
Pre-travel testing (unvaccinated): No Entry
Test on arrival (vaccinated): None
Test on arrival (unvaccinated): No Entry
Total doses
given
4.5M
People fully
vaccinated
3.7M
% Fully
vaccinated
70.36%
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All travellersWith effect from 17 May 2023, travellers to Liberia do not require a COVID-19 vaccination certificate or a negative COVID-19 test result.Check your passport and travel documents before you travelPassport validityYour passport should be valid for the proposed duration of your stay. No additional period of validity beyond this is required.If you’re intending to live in Liberia, you will need to register with the Liberian Immigration Service (LIS), Airfield New Road, Sinkor Monrovia. Visitors do not need to register with the LIS.Contact your travel provider or embassy of the country you are visiting if you think that your passport...
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Total doses
given
22.6M
People fully
vaccinated
13.4M
% Fully
vaccinated
28.62%
Full Restrictions:
The FCDO advises against all travel to SudanThis page reflects the UK Government’s understanding of current rules for people travelling on a full ‘British Citizen’ passport from the UK, for the most common types of travel.The authorities in Sudan set and enforce entry rules. If you’re unsure how Sudan’s entry requirements apply to you, contact the Sudanese Embassy in London.All travellersEntry requirements for Sudan are the same for all travellers, regardless of COVID-19 vaccination status.Children and young peopleIn addition to a visa, children under 18 must have their father’s consent to enter and exit Sudan. Formally, children travelling without their...
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Total doses
given
23.8M
People fully
vaccinated
11.1M
% Fully
vaccinated
20.53%
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 Form requirementsPassengers who show flu like symptoms must hold a QR code in digital or paper format showing they have completed a Travelers Health Surveillance Form online prior to departure. This is completed by downloading the 'Jitenge MoH Kenya' app on iOS or Android, or online here prior to departure. This does not apply to passengers in transit.
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Pre-travel testing (vaccinated): None
Pre-travel testing (unvaccinated): PCR
Test on arrival (vaccinated): None
Test on arrival (unvaccinated): RAT
Total doses
given
-
People fully
vaccinated
-
% Fully
vaccinated
-
Full Restrictions:
All travellersConakry airport is open. You should contact your airline or travel company for the latest information about flights.All British nationals need a visa to enter or live in Guinea.For more information, see the Visas section.If you need further information about entry requirements, contact the local immigration authorities or the nearest Guinean Embassy.From 3 May 2023, COVID-19 travel restrictions for travellers to Guinea have been lifted. The following rules that previously applied to travellers coming to Guinea no longer apply:you are no longer required to present proof of vaccinationyou are no longer required to show proof of a negative PCR...
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Pre-travel testing (vaccinated): None
Pre-travel testing (unvaccinated): PCR
Test on arrival (vaccinated): None
Test on arrival (unvaccinated): None
Total doses
given
572.7K
People fully
vaccinated
257.5K
% Fully
vaccinated
10.78%
Full Restrictions:
All travellersPassengers entering Gabon are no longer required to show a negative COVID-19 test at Libreville airport, nor are they subject to mandatory testing at Libreville airport.You may be asked to present a negative PCR test on departure. Consult your airline before you travel.If you’re fully vaccinatedEntry requirements for Gabon are the same for all travellers, regardless of COVID-19 vaccination status.Proof of vaccination statusYou don’t need to provide your vaccination status for entry to Gabon.If you’re not fully vaccinatedEntry requirements for Gabon are the same for all travellers, regardless of COVID-19 vaccination status.If you’ve had COVID-19 in the past yearEntry...
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