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N/A► Madagascar has closed its air
and sea borders. Therefore, no one currently outside of Madagascar is being admitted to the jurisdiction. As an exception, expatriates who are in France and who possess valid visas can return to Madagascar on special flights organized by the Malagasy government.
► Starting 29 October 2020, the
airports in Antsiranana, Toamasina, Tolagnaro and Toliara will reopen to flights arriving from the Indian Ocean Islands.
► All eligible entrants will be
subject to a 14-day quarantine at a government-designated hotel.
► While no formal suspension is in
place, visa holders who are outside of the jurisdiction are not able to re-enter due to the current closure of national ports of entry.
► As an exception, expatriates
who are in France and who possess valid visas can return to Madagascar on special flights organized by the Malagasy government.
► All eligible entrants will be
required to undergo a
polymerase chain reaction (PCR) test upon arrival in Madagascar.
► As a consequence of closing its
borders and embassies abroad, Madagascar has suspended the issuance of new visas and work permits until further notice.
► Exceptionally, the embassy of
Madagascar in London has started to receive convertible visa applications but is still suspending the issuance of convertible visas until further notice.
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Contact: [email protected]
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Last updated/validated: 17 November 2020
Malawi
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N/A► Borders and airports are open
and International flights have resumed. However, travelers must produce negative COVID- 19 test results obtained within 48 hours of travel to Malawi in order to be admitted.
► Citizens and permanent
residents must undergo a mandatory 14-day quarantine if returning to Malawi.
► Travelers from COVID-19
affected jurisdictions need to self-isolate until further notice.
► Individuals from COVID-19
affected jurisdictions may be denied admission to Malawi even if they hold a valid visa that was issued prior to the outbreak of the pandemic.
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Contact: [email protected]
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Last updated/validated: 15 December 2020
Malaysia
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N/A► Malaysian citizens, permanent residents
and foreign nationals with a valid work/dependent permit are allowed to enter Malaysia, but there may be heighted admission criteria (e.g. Entry Approval Letter, Travel Notice application or the installation of the "MySejahtera" app). Foreign nationals are not allowed to enter Malaysia for business or tourism purposes at this time due to the recently-issued Movement Control Order.
► Due to the severity of COVID-19 cases in
certain locations, the Malaysian government has imposed Movement Control Order (MCO) for two weeks, from 13 January 2021 until 26 January 2021, in several states: Johor, Melaka, Selangor, Sabah, Penang and the federal territories of Kuala Lumpur, Labuan and Putrajaya. The states of Negeri Sembilan, Pahang, Perak, Kedah, Terengganu and Kelantan are placed under Conditional Movement Control Order (CMCO) while Perlis and Sarawak are placed under Recovery Movement Control Order (RMCO).
► No interstate travel is allowed. The travel
border restriction remains the same, where entry to Malaysia by foreign nationals is prohibited except for those with long-term passes like a work pass.
► All new entrants are subject to a
10-day quarantine at a designated quarantine center upon entry, along with mandatory health screening and monitoring requirements.
► If the traveler can provide a
negative polymerase chain reaction (PCR) COVID-19 swab test result taken no more than 3 days prior to their entry to Malaysia, the quarantine requirement will be lowered to 7 days.
► Existing, unexpired entry visas,
work and dependent permits (and approval letters) remain valid (i.e. these have not been suspended or canceled).
► Expired entry visas, work and
dependent permits (and
approval letters) are considered null and void. Holders of expired visas will need to apply for new visas or permits if they are seeking to reside and work in Malaysia.
► See entry restrictions and
quarantine/self-isolation sections.
► Online submission/filing services
offered by the Malaysian immigration authorities have resumed in full.
► Over-the-counter applications
submissions are being accepted by appointment.
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Contact: [email protected]
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Last updated/validated: 13 January 2021
Malta
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N/A► Restrictions on air travel have been
lifted as of 15 July 2020. Travelers arriving from an "amber" country are required to produce a negative polymerase chain reaction (PCR) COVID-19 swab test result on arrival. The list is available here. The test must have been taken no more than 72 hours prior to arrival in Malta. If a negative test is not presented, a swab test on arrival or a 14 day quarantine period may be required.
► Quarantine is mandatory for
travelers coming from specific jurisdictions. More information can be found here.
► Travelers should check with their
airline to ensure requirements are adhered to prior to boarding their flight.
► All new entrants will be subject
health and medical screening, and asked to fill in a passenger locator form, which will enable the health authorities to trace them swiftly should the need arise. Further details about passenger locator forms should be sought from the public health authorities.
► The processing of employment-
based residence applications for third-country nationals entering Malta for assignments of one year or more resumed on 3 August 2020. The processing of short- term assignment applications (for assignments lasting less than one year) has resumed as well, with an increased level of scrutiny.
► Visa issuance/renewal processing
varies by visa center, and the health and safety conditions in the specific locations where those visa centers are situated.
► Please note that visa issuance will
be treated on a case-by-case basis and may depend on the traveler's reason for traveling and if work related, the traveler's job
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Last updated/validated: 13 January 2021
Mexico
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N/A► Citizens, residents and
foreigners, who develop symptoms of COVID-19, are advised to quarantine for 14 days in the location where they are staying (e.g. hotel).
Individuals who develop serious symptoms of COVID-19 or test positive for COVID-19 should seek medical advice and follow the instructions of the local medical authorities.
► Most Mexican consulates have
resumed issuing visas, however some remain closed due to local infection rates in their locations.
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Last updated/validated: 13 January 2021
Moldova
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N/A ► As of 1 September 2020, entry through state border crossings is allowed for foreigners and stateless persons arriving from jurisdictions listed in the green zone.► Entry through state border crossings is currently prohibited for foreigners and stateless persons coming from or transiting through jurisdictions listed in the red zone, with the exception of: (1) family members of Moldovan citizens, (2) long-stay visa and residence permit holders, (3) persons traveling in a professional capacity with relevant immigration
documents, (4) members of accredited diplomatic missions and consular offices, international organizations and their families; (4) persons in transit, including those repatriated under consular
protection, (5) persons traveling for health and humanitarian reasons, (6)
► Effective 1 September 2020, all
travelers granted entry from a jurisdiction listed in the red zone will be asked to self-isolate for 14 days.
► The list of red zone jurisdictions
is updated every 14 days. The list dated 4 January 2021 can be accessed here.
► Visa issuance has been
suspended despite other essential immigration functions continuing for the time being.
► The issuance of new visas has
been suspended for foreign nationals arriving from jurisdictions listed in the red zone.
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Last updated/validated: 11 January 2021
Mongolia
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N/A► Lockdown has been extended
until 31 December 2020. Mongolians living abroad who wish to return to Mongolia may arrange to enter on chartered flights. All entrants will be required to undergo a
mandatory 21-day quarantine at designated facilities upon entry into Mongolia. All entrants need to cover their own travel costs and designated facilities (e.g. hotel) expenses. Valid residency work permit holders may enter Mongolia via chartered flights.
► All entrants to the country are
required to quarantine for 21 days.
► Issuance of new visas is
suspended for the time being. Business visas will be granted to individuals who have a crucial need to visit Mongolia. Employment (HG) visas and Foreign Investor (T) visas will only be issued at the discretion of the issuing agencies.