Mobility: Immigration Tracker

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Mobility: Immigration

Tracker

Impact of COVID-19 on global immigration

13 January 2021

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Important notes

• This document provides a snapshot of the policy changes that have been announced in jurisdictions around the world

in response to the COVID-19 crisis. It is designed to support conversations about policies that have been proposed or

implemented in key jurisdictions

• Policy changes across the globe are being proposed and implemented on a daily basis. This document is updated on an

ongoing basis but not all entries will be up-to-date as the process moves forward. In addition, not all jurisdictions are

reflected in this document

• Find the most current version of this tracker on

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• Please consult with your EY engagement team to check for new updates and new developments

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Overview/key issues

• With the crisis evolving at different stages globally, government authorities continue to implement

immigration-related measures to limit the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic and protect the health and

safety of individuals in and outside of their jurisdictions.

• Measures to stem the spread of COVID-19 include the following:

• Entry restrictions and heightened admission criteria for certain populations (including prohibitions on entry

from high-risk locations)

• Mandatory “stay

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home notices” and quarantine orders for newly admitted citizens, residents and visitors

(whether in state facilities, hotels or private residences)

• Temporary suspension (and in some cases, permanent cancelation) of existing (valid) visas issued prior to

COVID-19 and suspension of issuance of new visas

• Introduction of heightened eligibility criteria and application requirements where visas are being issued

(including suspension of visa waiver agreements and enhanced document requirements for new applications)

• Some governments are announcing flexible policies to prevent temporary residents who are unable to

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Albania

Algeria

Angola

Argentina

Armenia

Australia

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Austria

Bahrain

Belgium

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Bolivia

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Botswana

Brazil

Bulgaria

Canada

Chile

China Mainland

Colombia

Costa Rica

Cuba

Cyprus

Czech Republic

Democratic Republic of

Congo (DRC)

Denmark

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Dominican Republic

Ecuador

Egypt

El Salvador

Estonia

Ethiopia

Finland

France

Gabon

Georgia

Germany

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Ghana

Honduras

Hong Kong

Hungary

Iceland

India

Indonesia

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Ireland

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Isle of Man

Israel

Italy

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Jamaica

Japan

Jersey

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Jordan

Kenya

Kosovo

Kuwait

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Latvia

Luxembourg

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Macau

Madagascar

Malawi

Malaysia

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Malta

*

Mexico

Moldova

Mongolia

Mozambique

Netherlands

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New Zealand

*

Nicaragua

Nigeria

North Macedonia

Norway

Oman

Pakistan

Paraguay

Peru

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Philippines

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Poland

Portugal

Qatar

Romania

Russia

Rwanda

Saudi Arabia

Senegal

Serbia

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Singapore

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Slovakia

Slovenia

South Africa

South Korea

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Spain

Taiwan

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Tanzania

Thailand

Trinidad and Tobago

Turkey

Uganda

Ukraine

United Arab Emirates

United Kingdom

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United States

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Uruguay

Venezuela

Vietnam

Zambia

Zimbabwe

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Albania

Entry restrictions

Isolation measures

Quarantines/

existing (valid) visas

Suspension of

Heightened admission or

visa application criteria

Suspension or delays in

issuance of new visas

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► The land borders with Greece,

Macedonia, Montenegro and Kosovo have reopened.

► As of 22 June 2020,

international flights to/from Albania are now permitted.

► Albanian citizens and residents

who are currently outside of Albania may repatriate to Albania without needing to adhere to a 14-day quarantine period.

► Those allowed entry into the

jurisdiction are no longer subject to a 14-day quarantine period.

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• Last updated/validated: 7 January 2021

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Algeria

Entry restrictions

Isolation measures

Quarantines/

existing (valid) visas

Suspension of

Heightened admission or

visa application criteria

Suspension or delays in

issuance of new visas

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► All Algerian borders have been

closed since the beginning of the pandemic. The flow of people has been suspended except for emergency medical flights. The authorities have yet to confirm the date on which borders are expected to reopen.

► People who were repatriated

during the crisis were quarantined for 14 days in hotels.

► The issuance of new entry visas

has been suspended until the reopening of the Algerian borders to foreigners.

• Contact: [email protected]

• Last updated/validated: 9 December 2020

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Angola

Entry restrictions

Isolation measures

Quarantines/

existing (valid) visas

Suspension of

Heightened admission or

visa application criteria

Suspension or delays in

issuance of new visas

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► Work visa holders and

professionals providing services to public and private entities in Angola are admissible to Angola.

► International flight operations

resumed late September 2020.

► All new entrants are required to

quarantine upon arrival and sign a consent form, confirming their compliance with local health requirements and obligations. New entrants will be tested on their seventh day in Angola, and issued a discharge certificate if they test negative. They will no longer be required to quarantine once they receive their

discharge certificates.

► New entrants are required to

take a reverse transmission polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR) COVID-19 test and test negative for COVID-19 within 72 hours of their intended travel.

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• Contact: [email protected]

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Argentina

Entry restrictions

Isolation measures

Quarantines/

existing (valid) visas

Suspension of

Heightened admission or

visa application criteria

Suspension or delays in

issuance of new visas

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► Citizens and residents of Argentina may enter into Argentina.

► Direct family members (including children, parents, spouses and siblings) of Argentine citizens may also enter the country subject to several entry criteria.

► Citizens or residents of Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Uruguay or Paraguay may enter the country as workers, residents or tourists. Residents or workers must possess the necessary authorizations prior to travel, or apply for these documents after entry to the country as a tourist.

► Foreigners who are citizens of other countries (i.e. not of Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Uruguay or Paraguay) may enter the country as residents or workers, provided they possess the necessary authorizations prior to travel. These individuals are not authorized to enter the country as tourists (whether or not they would seek to obtain residence or work authorization).

► Essential workers and individuals seeking to enter for family reunification are also eligible to enter Argentina. They will need to seek prior approval from the Argentine consulate

► Argentinean citizens and residents

who enter the country without a negative PCR COVID-19 test result (issued no more than 72 hours prior to travel) will be required to

undergo a mandatory 14-day quarantine at the address where they will be residing in Argentina.

► Citizens or residents of Bolivia,

Brazil, Chile, Uruguay or Paraguay who enter the country as tourists, as well as foreigners entering for family reunification, are not required to quarantine upon arrival, however they are required to carry a negative PCR test as a condition of entry.

► Tourist visas are currently

suspended and cannot be used to enter Argentina until further notice.

► Argentine resident authorization

documents are not suspended, and may be used to enter to country.

► Citizens and residents of Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Paraguay and Uruguay who enter into Argentina will be required to present the following upon entry: (1) an Electronic Travel Declaration, which must be completed no more than 48 hours prior to boarding and is available here, (2) a negative polymerase chain reaction (PCR) COVID-19 test result issued no more than 72 hours prior to travel, (3) proof of health insurance which covers the cost COVID-19-related treatment. Failure to comply with these requirements is a basis for refusal of entry and/or other penalties.

► Direct family members (including children, parents, spouses and siblings) of Argentine citizens must comply with the three

requirements above. In addition, they must: (1) have a valid purpose to enter (e.g. visiting a sick relative) - note, tourism is not considered a valid purpose of entry, (2) are "visa exempt" (i.e. do not require a visa to enter Argentina as visitors), (3) have a copy of the Argentinean family member's identification card (called DNI), and (4) proof of the travel reservations.

► Argentinean citizens and residents traveling to Argentina may enter via any open port of entry. They must complete an Electronic Travel Declaration no more than 48 hours prior to travel. They will be required to either present a

► Some Argentinian consulates

have started issuing visas (including family reunification visas). However, each consulate has the discretion to determine if/when they will issue new visas. Consulates are not currently issuing new tourist visas.

• Contact: [email protected]

• Last updated/validated: 11 January 2021

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Armenia

Entry restrictions

Isolation measures

Quarantines/

existing (valid) visas

Suspension of

Heightened admission or

visa application criteria

Suspension or delays in

issuance of new visas

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► Foreign nationals are now

allowed to enter Armenia by air, provided they are otherwise eligible and hold the

appropriate entry documents (where required).

► Entry to Armenia by land is

restricted to the following groups of individuals: (1) Armenian citizens and their family members, (2) lawful Armenian residents, (3) representatives of diplomatic missions, consulates,

international organizations and their family members, and (4) other individuals, at the discretion of the Armenian authorities.

► All new entrants will be subject

to medical check ups to detect symptoms of COVID-19, and a 14-day self-isolation period at a location designated by the Armenian authorities. It may be possible to shorten the self-isolation period by taking a polymerase chain reaction (PCR) COVID-19 test, and testing negative, during the 14-day isolation period.

• Contact: [email protected]

• Last updated/validated: 2 December 2020

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Australia

Entry restrictions

Isolation measures

Quarantines/

existing (valid) visas

Suspension of

Heightened admission or

visa application criteria

Suspension or delays in

issuance of new visas

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► Australian citizens and permanent residents, and their immediate family members are able to enter Australia.

► New Zealand citizens and their immediate family members who normally reside in Australia can enter Australia.

► New Zealand safe travel zone: From Friday, 16 October 2020, individuals may travel from New Zealand to Australia (New South Wales, Northern Territory and Queensland only), quarantine-free, if they have been in New Zealand for 14 days or more, and not in a designated hotspot, and they are traveling to Australia on a quarantine-free flight. ► Travelers may transit through Australia,

provided they remain in Australia for 72 hours or less.

► Travelers holding Business Innovation and Investment (subclass 188) visas or recruited under the approved Seasonal Worker Program or Pacific Labour Scheme are permitted to enter Australia.

► All other temporary visa holders (except for Partner or Child visa holders) are currently not permitted to enter Australia unless exemptions apply or an entry/travel

► All entrants will be required to

undertake a mandatory 14-day quarantine at designated facilities (e.g. a hotel), in their port of entry, unless they are travelers from New Zealand who meet safe travel zone

requirements.

► Continued from the “entry restrictions” section

► Temporary visas include subclass

457 visas, Temporary Skill

Shortage (TSS) subclass 482 visas, working holiday visas and student visas, as well as business and tourist visas.

► All travelers must show a negative

polymerase chain reaction (PCR) test result, where the test was taken at most 72 hours before departure. They must also wear a mask on flights to Australia and domestic flights across the States/Territories. Masks are not required for children age 12 and under and those with other accepted exemptions.

► Temporary visa holders are

currently not permitted to enter Australia unless exemptions apply. Travelers seeking a travel exemption must apply and be approved to travel by the Department of Home Affairs before traveling.

► All travelers must complete an

Australia Travel Declaration at least 72 hours before departure. The declaration can be found here.

► Extended processing times are

being experienced for some visa categories.

► Delays are also expected from

third party agencies, such as English test centers, health check providers, police clearance providers and biometrics collection centers.

• Contact: [email protected]

• Last updated/validated: 13 January 2021

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Austria

Entry restrictions

Isolation measures

Quarantines/

existing (valid) visas

Suspension of

Heightened admission or

visa application criteria

Suspension or delays in

issuance of new visas

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N/A ► As of December 19, 2020, anyone

traveling from a COVID-19 risk area will be subject to a 10-day

home-quarantine obligation. Except for Finland, Ireland, Iceland, Norway and the Vatican State, all European countries are classified as risk areas starting 19 December 2020. All other countries (worldwide) are also considered risk areas, except for Australia, Japan, New Zealand, South Korea and Uruguay. When determining the risk area, the ministry is referring to the 14-day incidence (if the incidence is over 100, the respective country is classified as a risk area). Click herefor more information.

► The following will be exempted from the

quarantine requirement, provided they can show a negative polymerase chain reaction (PCR) or antigen test and provided the test was taken within the last 72 hours: humanitarian workers, business travelers, those entering due to a court summons, medical escorts, and diplomats with an identification card. If the testing of those individuals is carried out in Austria, the quarantine period can be ended as soon as a negative test result is available.

► See the “entry restrictions” section ► See the “entry restrictions” section ► Austria has suspended the processing of

all new visa applications.

• Contact: [email protected]

• Last updated/validated: 7 January 2021

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Bahrain

Entry restrictions

Isolation measures

Quarantines/

existing (valid) visas

Suspension of

Heightened admission or

visa application criteria

Suspension or delays in

issuance of new visas

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► Only the following individuals are

currently allowed to enter Bahrain: Bahraini citizens and residents, GCC citizens and residents, passengers holding a valid e-visa prior to boarding, passengers eligible to obtain a visa on arrival, diplomats, military personnel, airline crew or holders of official, service or UN passports.

► Visa on arrival eligibility can be

checked on the Nationality Passports and Residence Affairs (NPRA) site.

► Effective 3 October 2020, travel

to/from Iraq and Iran is banned, as is travel to/from other countries with elevated infection levels. No official country list has been published, and travelers should confirm their eligibility to travel to Bahrain with their airline carriers

► New entrants are required to take

a polymerase chain reaction (PCR) COVID-19 test upon arrival. They will need to isolate until the result of the test is obtained. If the initial test comes back positive, they will be required to undergo quarantine measures.

► New entrants will need to take a

second COVID-19 test on their 10th day in Bahrain (if their trip will last 10 days or longer). If the second test comes back positive, they will be required to

quarantine/isolate at that point and follow instructions from the local authorities.

► All incoming passengers must sign

a declaration upon arrival stating that they will abide by the Ministry

of Health’s rules around testing

► Holders of valid visas issued by

the Nationality Passports and Residence Affairs (NPRA) can now resume entering Bahrain without needing to first obtain a pre-approval/permission letter.

► In addition to testing and

quarantine requirements (see "quarantine" section), new entrants must download the "BeAware Bahrain" mobile phone application upon arrival. The app tracks the location of new entrants and notifies them in the event they are

approaching a location where an active COVID-19 case has been detected. The app also provides new entrants with the latest recommendations from government authorities and other general information about the spread of COVID-19 in Bahrain.

► All new visa applications have

been suspended by the immigration authorities.

• Contact: [email protected]

• Last updated/validated: 13 January 2021

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Belgium

Entry restrictions

Isolation measures

Quarantines/

existing (valid) visas

Suspension of

Heightened admission or

visa application criteria

Suspension or delays in

issuance of new visas

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► Entry restrictions remain in place in Belgium. External (Schengen) borders remain closed to foreigners for all non-essential travel. This restriction does not apply to those in possession of a valid residence permit or long-stay visa. Belgium has now expanded the definition of essential travel to include certain short-term assignments (lasting less than 90 days) and travel by self employed workers. An exemption to this restriction is available to nationals of Australia, Japan, New Zealand, Rwanda, Singapore, South Korea, Thailand, and Uruguay. Internal borders (within the EU/Schengen Area) have been reopened to residents of the EU, the United Kingdom, Switzerland, Liechtenstein, Iceland and Norway.

► Starting 25 December 2020, all non-Belgian residents (age 12 and older) traveling from a "red zone“ jurisdiction are required to present a negative COVID-19 test result (issued no longer than 72 hours before their departure to Belgium) in order to be allowed entry to Belgium, or to board a flight to Belgium. Only those in possession of a Belgian residence permit are exempt from this requirement.

► Furthermore, for stays longer than 48 hours in Belgium, an online Passenger Locator Form needs to be completed within the 48

hours leading up to the individual’s travel to

Belgium.

► All travelers arriving from a "red zone" jurisdiction must undergo a 7-day quarantine. Belgian residents will be tested for COVID-19 on first day of their arrival, as well as on the seventh day. Non-Belgian residents will be tested for COVID-19 only on the seventh day.

► If the COVID-19 test result is positive after the mandatory 7 days of quarantine, the individual will be placed in isolation for at least 7 days from the time the test was administered.

► Children under the age of six will not be tested, but they must quarantine for 10 days.

► Quarantine is not mandatory for travelers arriving from an "orange zone" jurisdiction, but it is encouraged.

► Belgium has decided to make a distinction starting 4 January 2021 between (1) traveling for professional reasons (certified by the Belgian employer/Belgian client) to or from a "red zone" jurisdiction, for at least 48 hours, and (2) traveling for non-professional reasons to or from a "red zone" jurisdiction for at least 48 hours. Provided the Belgian employer/Belgian client completes the Business Travel Abroad (BTA) form, the quarantine requirement could be lifted after approval by the Belgian authorities.

► Travel restrictions linked to

non-essential travel may impact the status of existing (valid) visas.

► See the “entry restrictions” and

“quarantine/isolation measures”

sections

► Most Belgian consulates and

embassies have resumed activities worldwide. They are currently only processing C (short-term) visa and D (long-term) visa applications for those whose travel is considered essential. These travelers may obtain attestations from their local Belgian consulate/embassy confirming that their travel is essential. Specific processing requirements differ based on the jurisdiction where the consulate or embassy is situated, as well as local restrictions.

• Contact: [email protected]

• Last updated/validated: 13 January 2021

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Bolivia

Entry restrictions

Isolation measures

Quarantines/

existing (valid) visas

Suspension of

Heightened admission or

visa application criteria

Suspension or delays in

issuance of new visas

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N/A ► Starting 1 September 2020,

Bolivian citizens and residents may enter Bolivia by air, sea and land.

► Starting 1 December 2020,

visitors may enter Bolivia by air, sea and land.

► Effective 25 December 2020 and

until 15 February 2021, all flights originating from and departing to Europe have been suspended. Limited exceptions apply for instances, such as: medical evacuation, repatriation, relief, humanitarian aid, cargo, and special (including solidarity) flights.

► Foreign nationals that are

non-residents of Bolivia and that have traveled through or have stayed

► All individuals present in Bolivia are

advised to abide by local health and safety requirements (e.g. isolating if they develop symptoms of COVID-19 after entering the country).

► See the “heighted admission or visa application criteria” section for the

self-isolation measure details.

► Effective 4 December 2020, new entrants -including Bolivian citizens and residents who are abroad and seeking to enter the country - are required to provide proof that they tested negative for a reverse transmission polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR) COVID-19 test, no more than the following number of days leading up to their proposed entry:

► (a) Three days for those traveling from bordering countries (i.e. Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Paraguay and Peru)

► (b) Seven days for those traveling from South America, Central America and the Caribbean (does not include the countries listed above) ► (c) Ten days for those traveling from North

America, Europe, Asia and Oceania ► Individuals who are not in possession of such

proof in advance of travel may be denied entry to the country. All individuals present in Bolivia are advised to abide by local health and safety requirements (e.g. isolating if they develop symptoms of COVID-19 after entering the country).

► Starting 25 December 2020 and until 15 February 2021, the following biosecurity standards and measures will be in effect for eligible entrants to Bolivia:

► (a) Bolivian nationals and residents must comply with the RT-PCR COVID-19 test, 14-day self isolation (home or hotel), and sworn statement requirements if they have traveled through or

► As of 6 July 2020, immigration

services have resumed in all of

Bolivia’s nine departments,

including Santa Cruz and Beni (where services were previously temporarily suspended).

• Contact: [email protected]

• Last updated/validated: 11 January 2021

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Botswana

Entry restrictions

Isolation measures

Quarantines/

existing (valid) visas

Suspension of

Heightened admission or

visa application criteria

Suspension or delays in

issuance of new visas

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► Effective 9 November 2020, air

travel resumed at the following international airports: Sir Seretse Khama in Gaborone, Kasane, and Maun.

► Effective 1 December 2020,

entry to Botswana by ground crossing will resume at the following border points: Kazungula road, Kazungula ferry, Ngoma, Ramokgwebana, Martins drift, Ramatlabama, Tlokweng, Mamuno, Pioneer and Mohembo.

► The reopening of additional

ports of entry will be considered over time as the local authorities monitor the spread of COVID-19 locally and worldwide.

► New entrants are required to

test (negative) for a polymerase chain reaction (PCR) COVID-19 test no more than 72 hours prior to travel. New entrants will be screened for COVID-19 symptoms upon entry, and those who are symptomatic will be: (1) subject to a mandatory 14-day isolation/quarantine period and further testing, and (2) required to remain in contact with the health department for a period of 14 days while in self isolation.

► Travelers who do not meet

these criteria will be denied entry to the country.

► Visas issued prior to the

outbreak of COVID-19 are not canceled, however, visa holders from high-risk jurisdictions (as determined by the World Health Organization) are temporarily barred from using their visas to enter the jurisdiction.

► Visa applications are currently

being processed however there are delays in the processing and issuance of visas currently.

► The Department of Immigration

has waived the fingerprint requirement for work and residence permit applicants from Namibia, Zimbabwe and South Africa.

• Contact: [email protected]

• Last updated/validated: 15 December 2020

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Brazil

Entry restrictions

Isolation measures

Quarantines/

existing (valid) visas

Suspension of

Heightened admission or

visa application criteria

Suspension or delays in

issuance of new visas

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► Foreign nationals may now enter Brazil by air from any international airport.

► The ban on entering Brazil by other means, such as land-crossing or waterway, has been extended until further notice.

► Brazilian nationals, permanent and temporary residents duly registered with the Federal Police are exempt from these entry restrictions. ► As of 28 December 2020, foreigners

are allowed to enter Brazil by land from Paraguay provided all other entry requirements are met (e.g. possession of an entry visa, where required).

► International flights to Brazil originating in, or transiting through, the UK are temporarily prohibited as of 25 December 2020. In addition,

► All newly admitted individuals

are being advised to self-isolate for at least 14 days.

► Individuals with travel history to

any of the following 16

jurisdictions will be assessed for COVID-19 symptoms and may be isolated at a health care facility if symptomatic:

Germany, Australia, United Arab Emirates, Philippines, France, Iran, Italy, Malaysia, Japan, Singapore, South Korea, North Korea, Thailand, Vietnam, Cambodia, and mainland China.

► Persons in contact with

individuals having traveled to the 16 jurisdictions above are asked to self-isolate for 14 days

► See "suspension/delays in

issuance of new visas" section.

► Travelers are no longer required to

present proof of insurance upon arriving in Brazil.

► As of 30 December 2020, all travelers

(including Brazilian citizens) must present the following documents to the airline prior to boarding: (1) a health declaration confirming that the traveler will adhere to health and safety measures during their stay in Brazil, and (2) documentation proving that the traveler tested negative for a reverse transmission polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR) COVID-19 test no more than 72 hours prior to boarding. The COVID-19 test documentation must be issued in Portuguese, Spanish or English by a laboratory recognized by the health authorities in the country of departure. Children under the age of 2 are exempt from the test requirement. Children under the age of 12 who are accompanied by adults when traveling to Brazil are exempt of the COVID-19 test requirement provided all the other adult travelers have satisfied the test

► New and existing valid

temporary visas may be used to enter Brazil, even if these visas have not been registered with local authorities (i.e. the Federal Police). Newly-issued temporary visas may be registered

before/until 16 March 2021. Individuals holding existing, valid (but unregistered) visas, who previously entered Brazil and are seeking to re-enter the country, are required to register their visas within 90 days of entry to Brazil. This rule goes into effect on 3 November 2020.

• Contact: [email protected]

• Last updated/validated: 13 January 2021

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Bulgaria

Entry restrictions

Isolation measures

Quarantines/

existing (valid) visas

Suspension of

Heightened admission or

visa application criteria

Suspension or delays in

issuance of new visas

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► Starting 1 December 2020 and

until 31 January 2021, entry into Bulgaria is restricted, with limited exceptions, including for Bulgarian citizens and residents and their family members, EU nationals, UK nationals, citizens of Schengen area member states, holders of residence permits issued in the

aforementioned jurisdictions. Also exempt are citizens of Albania, Australia, Belarus, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Canada, Georgia, Israel, Japan, Kosovo, Kuwait, Moldova, Montenegro, New Zealand, North Macedonia, Rwanda, Serbia, South Korea, Thailand, Tunisia, Turkey, Ukraine, United Arab Emirates, and Uruguay. Limited exceptions also exist for cross-border and seasonal workers, medical and transport personnel, and workers involved in strategic projects.

► Quarantine restrictions have been

lifted.

► Travelers from non EU/EEA

jurisdictions are required to show a negative polymerase chain reaction (PCR) test result taken within the 72 hours leading up to the date of entry. Exceptions apply, including for transport personnel, those in transit, and nationals of EU Member States, Schengen area jurisdictions, UK, Australia, Belarus, Canada, Georgia, Japan, New Zealand, Rwanda, Serbia, South Korea, Thailand, Tunisia, Turkey, United Arab Emirates, and Uruguay.

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• Contact: [email protected]

• Last updated/validated: 2 December 2020

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Canada

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► Canada’s borders are closed to all foreign nationals with limited exceptions. Visitors and temporary residents cannot enter Canada by land, sea or air for purposes, such as tourism/entertainment. If traveling by air from any jurisdiction other than the United States, temporary residents are only allowed to board a flight to Canada if they qualify under an air travel exemption. They must prove that they are not traveling for an optional or discretionary purpose. If traveling from the United States, temporary residents must demonstrate that they are not coming to Canada for an optional or discretionary purpose. Effective 9 June 2020, immediate family members (spouse, common-law partner, dependent child or grandchild, parent or a grandparent, guardian or a tutor) of Canadian citizens or permanent residents will be permitted to enter Canada provided they do not have any COVID-19 symptoms and are entering to be with their Canadian family member for at least 15 days. ► Effective 8 October 2020, extended family members

of Canadian citizens or permanent residents, including those in an exclusive dating relationship of at least one year, adult children, grandchildren, siblings, and grandparents will be permitted to enter Canada if pre-approved for travel. Non-Canadians seeking entry in certain compassionate cases may also be permitted to enter Canada.

► Effective 7 January 2020, all air travelers aged five and older will be required to present a negative COVID-19 polymerase chain reaction (PCR) test result taken within 72 hours of their departure in order to board a flight to Canada. Very limited exceptions are

► All domestic and international

air travelers to a Canadian destination must wear a face mask at Canadian airport and for the duration of flights.

► All international travelers must

self-isolate for 14 days and contact health professionals immediately if experiencing COVID-19 symptoms.

► Those arriving from outside

Canada will be expected to present their plan for self-isolation immediately upon arrival in Canada, including safe transportation from the airport to a place of self-isolation, plans for self-care, etc. Failure to present a thorough self-isolation plan upon arrival may result in

► Business visitors must demonstrate that they are not traveling for optional or discretionary purposes.

► Business visitors will not be permitted to enter by air if departing from any jurisdiction other than the United States. ► Business visitors may be permitted to enter

from the United States if not traveling for an optional or discretionary purpose. Foreign nationals seeking entry to Canada should be prepared to explain to the border officials why their presence in Canada is essential. ► Any traveler displaying COVID-19 symptoms

will not be permitted to board a flight to Canada, regardless of citizenship. ► Immediate family members of Canadian

citizens or permanent residents, entering to be with their Canadian family for 14 days or less, will need to demonstrate that they are seeking to enter Canada for an essential purpose (i.e. a optional and non-discretionary purpose).

► Effective November 21, 2020, the

government of Canada will be mandating the use of the ArriveCAN App for those arriving

► Immigration application

processing times will take longer due to service reductions.

• Contact: [email protected]

• Last updated/validated: 11 January 2021

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Chile

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► All borders and ports of entry

remain closed to foreign visitors until 12 January 2021. Chilean citizens and residents are exempt from this restriction, and are permitted to enter the jurisdiction.

► Additional special categories of

individuals are also authorized to enter Chile subject to

eligibility/application requirements, including: (1) parents of children who are Chilean citizens or residents, (2) married or civil partners of Chilean citizens or residents, (3) business visitors who are authorized by a local Chilean consulate and have been issued a special permit called a

"Salvoconducto," and (4) others at the discretion of the Chilean authorities.

► Continued in “heightened

admission” section

► As of 31 December 2020, travelers

entering Chile are required to quarantine for 10 days upon entry. After this period, they must continue to comply with local health and safety measures, such as local self-isolation rules (e.g. isolate during the weekend only).

► Travelers entering Chile may be allowed

to quarantine for less than 10 days if they tested negative for a polymerase chain reaction (PCR) COVID-19 test no more than 144 hours prior to departure.

► Effective 23 November 2020, travelers

entering Chile via the Santiago

International Airport may be required to quarantine for 10 days upon arrival, and this quarantine period may be shortened potentially if the traveler carries a negative PCR COVID-19 test taken no more than 144 hours prior to departure.

► As of 22 December 2020, Chilean

citizens and foreign residents that have been in the United Kingdom in the last 14 days preceding their travel to Chile must complete a mandatory quarantine of 14 days.

► Foreigners who obtained a visa

abroad (including resident- and business- visa holders) who have not yet entered Chile using their visa are not currently admissible to Chile, except in exceptional circumstances (including the need to obtain a

Salvoconducto).

► Effective 23 November 2020,

these foreigners will be

permitted to enter Chile via the International Airport of

Santiago, without the need to obtain a Salvoconducto.

► Continued from “entry restrictions” ► Effective 23 November 2020, the

International Airport in Santiago re-opened to foreigners entering as visitors or tourists. Foreign visitors/tourists entering via Santiago International Airport must: (1) complete an online Travel Declaration Form (which can be found here: www.c19.cl) no more than 48 hours prior to departure, and (2) carry international health insurance.

► As of 22 December 2020, the

Chilean authorities have suspended arrival flights from the United Kingdom and forbidden the entry of foreigners who are not residents of Chile and who were present in the United Kingdom in the last 14 days preceding their travel to Chile.

► Chile has two main authorities involved in Immigration application processing: (a) the Internal Chilean Office is in charge of adjudicating visa applications submitted by foreigners who are physically present in Chile and (b) the Foreign Chilean Office, which is in charge of adjudicating visa processes for foreigners who are outside of Chile and apply for visas at the relevant Chilean consulate.

► New applications filed through the Internal Chilean Office are being accepted for processing. Visa applications that have already been filed through the Internal Office but not yet approved will not be canceled, however, significant delays in processing are to be expected.

► New applications filed at Chilean consulates abroad are subject to the current operating conditions of the relevant consulate. Many Chilean Consulates abroad have suspended visa processing, however some consulates are starting to reopen and process new visa applications.

► Visas that have been approved but not yet stamped (i.e. issued to the applicant and stamped in their passport) may be stamped once the Chilean Consulates resume their regular functions. These circumstances could impact the validity of visas, as individuals who do not enter Chile within 90 days of their visa being issued may forfeit their visa (i.e. the visa will be considered canceled). There are no general or common procedures being applied to all consulates. Once the visa is issued, the foreigner will also require a special permit called a

"Salvoconducto."

► Foreigners entering Chile on/after 23 November 2020 via Santiago International Airport will no longer require a Salvoconducto.

• Contact: [email protected]

• Last updated/validated: 31 December 2020

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China Mainland

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► Effective 28 March 2020, borders are closed to most foreigners including holders of visas, residence permits and Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Business Travel Cards (ABTC). The travel ban does not apply to permanent residents, holders of diplomatic, service, courtesy or C visas, or Hong Kong, Macau or Taiwan residents who enter with a Mainland China Travel Permit. International flights to Beijing must enter via one of 16 designated points of entry, while those to Shanghai can only land in the Pudong International Airport. ► China has now entered agreements with more

jurisdictions (i.e. South Korea, Germany, Singapore, Myanmar and Indonesia) to establish a “fast track” procedure to facilitate foreigners’ entry into China on essential and urgent businesses. The fast track process needs to be pre-approved by the relevant Chinese government authorities before foreigners can travel. Eligible foreigners can apply for a Chinese visa after their fast track applications are approved.

► Effective 28 September 2020, foreign nationals holding valid Chinese residence permits for work, personal matters and reunion are allowed to enter China without having to apply for a new visa. If the residence permit expired before 28 March 2020, the holder may apply for the relevant visa by presenting the expired residence permit and relevant materials to the Chinese embassy/consulate, provided there are no changes to the purpose of visit. All individuals are required to strictly abide by the Chinese regulations on epidemic prevention and

► All international travelers are subject to

adjusted quarantine measures based on the prevailing pandemic situation in certain major cities such as:

► (1) Beijing and Dalian: 14-day

centralized quarantine, followed by a 7-day home observation period

► (2) Xi’an and Nanjing: 14-day centralized

quarantine, followed by 14-day home observation period

► (3) Shanghai, Guangzhou and Shenzhen:

14-day centralized quarantine

► Travelers from Hong Kong must undergo

a 14-day centralized quarantine.

► In general, many Chinese embassies and

consulates are temporarily suspending visa issuance for many visa types. In addition, the authorities are reviewing in detail applications for government issued "PU" invitation letters.

► Foreign employees may apply for "PU"

invitation letters and then apply for visas to enter China.

► For their family dependents, "PU"

invitation letter application requirements differ in major China cities.

► The authorities in Shenzhen and

Guangzhou will no longer issue "PU" invitation letters to international travelers who are visiting China for business purposes.

► In Zhuhai, Beijing and Shanghai, issuance

of PU letters to dependent family members is on hold.

► The Chinese authorities have temporarily

suspended issuance of PU letters to residents of the following countries as

► The following are suspended until

further notice: policies governing port visas, 24/72/144 hour visa free transit through mainland China, 30-day visa free travel to Hainan, 15-day visa free entry for foreign cruise members, 144 hour visa entry to Guangdong, and 15-day visa free entry to Guangzi.

► Foreigners entering for economic, trade,

scientific, technology and emergency humanitarian reasons, as well as those entering to attend funerals, may apply for visas at embassies and consulates, and these requests will be processed on a case-by-case basis.

• Contact: [email protected]

• Last updated/validated: 4 January 2021

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Colombia

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N/A ► As of 21 September 2020,

international air travel into Colombia is permitted, subject to the availability of

international flights.

► All border crossings with Brazil,

Ecuador, Panama, Peru and Venezuela are closed until 16 January 2021 (extended from 1 November 2020).

► New entrants to the country are

no longer required to quarantine upon arrival. However, they must download the Corona mobile phone application and track their health condition for 14 days following their entry to the country. The local

authorities retain the right to follow up with new entrants to the country to monitor and manage the spread of the pandemic.

► Local preventive isolation

sanitary measures and biosafety protocols remain in force and extend to specific sectors (e.g. individuals aged 60 or older).

► Anyone (including foreigners

entering the country) are encouraged to quarantine / isolate if they develop symptoms of COVID-19.

► Effective 27 March 2020, all

foreigners applying for a Visitor Visa must have international health insurance valid for the duration of their visa.

► Foreigners applying for a

Migrant Visa renewal must have a health social contribution certificate.

► Starting 7 January 2021, all

travelers wishing to enter Colombia must first obtain a (negative) polymerase chain reaction (PCR) COVID-19 test result, where the test was taken at least 96 hours in advance of the trip. In the event that this is not possible due to force majeure, they must do so upon entering Colombia and remain in isolation until a (negative) PCR COVID-19 test result is received.

► New visa issuance is currently

suspended.

• Contact: [email protected]

• Last updated/validated: 12 January 2021

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Costa Rica

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► Foreign nationals may enter

Costa Rica as tourists provided they: (1) have travel insurance that covers medical expenses and isolation costs, and (2) complete a health form called a "Pase de Salud". Under these circumstances, foreign tourists are not required to self-isolate upon entry to Costa Rica.

► Costa Rican citizens and

residents may enter Costa Rica provided they (1) complete a "Pase de Salud" form and (2) carry a valid identification document for foreigners (DIMEX).

► Costa Rican citizens and

residents, as well as foreigners entering as tourists, are no longer required to self-isolate for 14 days upon arrival.

► New visa issuance is currently

suspended until 11 January 2021 (extended multiple times from 18 September 2020).

• Contact: [email protected]

• Last updated/validated: 13 January 2021

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Cote d’Ivoire

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► International flights have

resumed, however land and sea borders remain closed. Abidjan remains restricted to travelers from other cities.

► Self isolation and stay-at-home

measures are being implemented.

► Additionally, arriving or exiting

travelers must complete a file available here. This file is mandatory and will be requested by the authorities at the port of entry/exit.

► The authorities have started to

issue new consular visas and e-visas.

• Contact: [email protected]

• Last updated/validated: 9 July 2020

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Croatia

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existing (valid) visas

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► The Croatian borders are now

open to foreign nationals seeking to enter the jurisdiction.

► Individuals arriving from foreign

jurisdictions that still have high numbers of COVID-19 infections are required to test negative for COVID-19 within 48 hours of their proposed entry. If they do not have this proof of a negative test, they will be required to take a COVID-19 test upon arrival or alternatively quarantine for 14 days after arrival.

► The authorities are not currently

issuing tourist visas. Visa processing is not suspended for several categories of applicants, including: (1) family members of Croatian nationals, (2) family members of citizens of the EEA, Switzerland and the United Kingdom, (3) persons who have been granted temporary residence for the purposes referred to in Article 47 of the Aliens Act (Official Gazette, Nos. 130/11, 74/13, 69/17 and 46/2018), or have been issued a residence and work permit in Croatia, (4) healthcare

professionals, (5) passengers in transit, provided they have proof that they are eligible to enter their final destination (after transiting through Croatia), (6) seafarers in transit, including seafarers who

• Contact: [email protected]

• Last updated/validated: 2 December 2020

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Cuba

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► Most inbound commercial

flights to Cuba remain suspended.

► Cuban citizens and residents

(both temporary and permanent) are allowed to enter Cuba.

► Cargo and humanitarian flights

with special permission from the Ministry of Foreign Investment are also able to enter Cuba.

► As of 1 October 2020, visitors

are allowed to travel to the following locations: Varadero, Cayo Coco, Cayo Guillermo, Cayo Santa Maria, Cayo Cruz, and Cayo Largo.

► Newly admitted individuals

arriving in Havana and other major cities by air are required to undergo a mandatory

polymerase chain reaction (PCR) COVID-19 test upon arrival at the airport, and to self-isolate in a house or hotel for 48 hours pending receipt of the test results. New entrants who test negative will be allowed to cease their self-isolation period, while those who test positive will be required to remain in isolation and until such time that they can take another COVID-19 test and test negative.

► Newly admitted individuals

visiting tourist destinations (e.g. Cayo Coco, Varadero, Cayo Guillermo, Cayo Santa Maria, Cayo Cruz, and Cayo Largo) are not required to isolate upon arrival.

► New entrants must take a PCR

COVID-19 test upon arrival at the airport in Cuba as a condition for entry.

• Contact: [email protected]

• Last updated/validated: 23 November 2020

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Cyprus

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► Repatriation and entry to

Cyprus is now allowed from jurisdictions included in Categories A and B and from other jurisdictions if certain criteria are met. Click herefor the lists of jurisdictions in Categories A and B.

► As of 20 June 2020, individuals arriving from Category A jurisdictions are not required to present a laboratory examination certificate. They are however required to make declarations regarding their health status and apply for a Cyprus flight pass.

► Individuals arriving from jurisdictions included in Category B must provide a laboratory examination certificate issued within the 72 hours leading up to their travel to Cyprus. If the authorities of the jurisdiction they reside in do not provide a service for laboratory testing, they may be permitted to undertake a laboratory exam when they arrive in Cyprus (at a cost of 60 euros). These individuals must remain in self-isolation until they receive the test results.

► Individuals who are authorized to enter and who arrive from a jurisdiction that is not included in Categories A or B will need to follow the same protocol as Category B jurisdictions, but will need to remain in self-isolation for 14 days upon arrival and take another COVID-19 test 48 hours before the end of their self-isolation, at their own expense. The laboratory test results must be sent to the following electronic address: [email protected]. Self-isolation will

► As of 9 June 2020, persons irrespective

of nationality, who reside in jurisdictions listed in Categories A or B may enter Cyprus.

► Only the following individuals may enter

Cyprus if traveling from a jurisdiction not listed in Categories A or B: (1) permanent residents of Cyprus, their third-country national spouses and underage children, (2) all other legal residents of Cyprus, (3) nationals of jurisdictions who are in a designated diplomatic service or mission under the Vienna convention, (4) persons irrespective of nationality who receive special entry permit issued by the Cyprus authorities.

► Individuals traveling from jurisdictions in

Categories A and B who are seeking to obtain an entry permit for employment purposes must obtain advance approval from the Ministry of the Interior (in addition to following all other entry and health related protocols currently in place). Individuals traveling from jurisdictions in Category C do not require

► Applications are currently being

accepted, but not adjudicated. Approvals will be communicated at a later date to be announced by the government.

• Contact: [email protected]

• Last updated/validated: 13 January 2021