Coronavirus nigeria imposes restrictions on certain inbound international travellers
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Coronavirus: Nigeria Imposes Restrictions on Certain Inbound International Travellers
As part of efforts to contain the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19) in Nigeria, the Federal Government has imposed restrictions on certain inbound international travellers.
Restrictions:
- Travel Ban: A travel ban has been imposed on all international travellers who have been to countries with high COVID-19 cases, including China, Italy, Iran, South Korea, Japan, France, Spain, and the United States, within the last 14 days.
- Quarantine: All international travellers who have been to the affected countries will be quarantined for 14 days upon arrival in Nigeria.
- Health Declaration: All international travellers must complete a health declaration form upon arrival in Nigeria, which will include information on their travel history, health status, and any symptoms they may be experiencing.
- Temperature Check: All international travellers will undergo a temperature check upon arrival in Nigeria.
- Restrictions on Land Borders: The Federal Government has also restricted the movement of people through land borders with countries that have reported cases of COVID-19.
Exemptions:
- Essential Travellers: Travellers who are deemed essential, such as diplomats, healthcare workers, and emergency responders, may be exempt from the restrictions.
- Cargo Flights: Cargo flights will continue to operate, but all crew members and passengers will be required to undergo a temperature check and complete a health declaration form.
Penalties:
- Fines: Travellers who fail to comply with the restrictions may be fined or arrested.
- Imprisonment: Travellers who deliberately provide false information or fail to comply with the quarantine order may be imprisoned for up to six months.
Contact Information:
For more information on the restrictions and requirements for international travellers, please contact the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) or the National Centre for Disease Control (NCDC).
Source:
- Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA)
- National Centre for Disease Control (NCDC)
- Federal Ministry of Health, Nigeria