Central African Republic (Travel Restrictions, COVID Tests & Quarantine Requirements)

This page was last updated on 16 December, 2021.

 

At a Glance

Travel Restrictions

Entry For Vaccinated Travelers: Partially Allowed
Tourist Entry: Banned
Testing: 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.
Quarantine Required: Yes
Quarantine Details: Self-isolation for 14 days required for all countries..

Local Restrictions

Lockdown in Effect: Partial
Events: Partially Allowed
Transport: Operational with restrictions
Shopping: Open
Restaurants and Bars: Open with restrictions
 

Detailed Travel Advisory

Published 24.11.2021
1. Passengers must have a negative COVID-19 PCR test result issued at most 72 hours before arrival.
2. Passengers and airline crew are subject to medical screening.

 

Detailed Tourist Information

A nationwide State of Emergency is in force. The Central African Republic’s airspace is closed to foreign governments and NGOs.

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. 14 days self-isolation is mandatory for any person entering CAR who is coming from a location with local transmission of COVID-19.
 

Lockdown Details

A national curfew is in place. This curfew comes into effect at 10pm 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
 

Sources

https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/central-african-republic
Data Source: covidcontrols.co