Slowly Emerging from Lock-down20 Aug 2020 13:45
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By U.S. Embassy Maputo | 20 August, 2020 |
Country-Specific Information
As of August 20, Mozambique has 3,045 confirmed COVID-19 cases and 19 deaths. A total of 1,291 individuals have recovered from the disease.
On August 5, President Nyusi declared a new State of Emergency which will be in effect from August 8 through September 6, 2020 and enables continued enforcement of restrictive measures to prevent and control the pandemic including mandatory wearing of face masks in public spaces, social distancing measures, and limits on social gatherings and recreational activities. Individuals should fully review and comply with COVID-19 prevention measures imposed under the State of Emergency to avoid fines and possible arrest.
The President announced a phased approach to resuming economic and social activity in Mozambique.
Phase 1: Low Risk Activities – Beginning August 18
• Resumption of some education.
• Increased participation in funeral services.
• Resumption of religious services.
Phase 2: Medium Risk Activities – Beginning September 1
• Reopening of cinemas, theaters, casinos, and gyms
• Reopening of driving schools and resumption of motorsports
Phase 3: High Risk Activities – Beginning October 1
• Resumption of Grade 12 classes, primary and other secondary classes.
• Resumption of group sports based on the same conditions as primary and secondary classes
The Government has not yet announced details on the resumption of international flights. Once regularly scheduled international flights resume, airlines will be required to observe health and safety measures as specified by health authorities.
The implementation of the phased resumption of socio-economic activity will be contingent upon:
• the ability of the Government to manage the evolution of the pandemic
• the national health system’s guaranteed response capacity
• the robustness of testing capacity
Entry and Exit Requirements
The Ministry of Health (MISAU) has implemented screening at airports and other points of entry scanning the temperatures of all travelers. Travelers will be required to provide proof of negative Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)-based COVID-19 test results administered in their country of origin within 72 hours of departure.
All arrivals to Mozambique, regardless of citizenship, will be on a mandated 10-day self-quarantine (see quarantine information below).
Following the 10-day self-quarantine, travelers will be required to pass a second PCR-based COVID-19 test to confirm continued negative test results. The cost for the test will be incurred by the traveler.
Quarantine Information
The Mozambican Government has mandated a 10-day self-quarantine for all arrivals, regardless of citizenship or prior travel.
The Mozambican Government has mandated a 14-day self-quarantine for all persons who have had direct contact with confirmed cases of COVID-19.