COVID-19 Precautionary Measures in French Guiana (29 June Update)

Can a resident enter the country?

• Yes

• Citizens and residents are allowed to enter French Guiana.

Can a foreigner enter the country?

• No, with exceptions

• The following are admitted to French Guiana:

• EU nationals and their spouses/children, residing in French Guiana;

• Third-country nationals with a residence permit and their minor children;

• The staff of diplomatic and consular missions;

• Healthcare professionals for the purpose of controlling the spread of the virus (with ARS authorization);

• Professionals ensuring the international transport of goods, flight crew, airline crew, seafarers;

• All business travel necessary for Guiana's economic continuity.

• Travellers who can prove that entry is for urgent family or work reasons will be allowed to enter, including travel to and from France, Guadeloupe, and Martinique. Travellers will be expected to complete a travel certificate and include proof of essential travel.

• International students enrolled in higher educational institutions in French Guiana can enter, with some restrictions.

Is transit allowed through the country?

• Yes

• Transit through French Guiana is permitted for foreign nationals, but travellers must not leave the airport's international area. An international travel certificate must be submitted to the immigration department after arrival or transiting through French Guiana.

Is a test required on arrival?

• No

• Any person entering French Guiana will be subject to medical screening. Passengers will be required to complete a self-test provided at the airport.

Test certificate required?

• Yes

• All travellers over the age of 11 must have a certificate for a negative RT-PCR COVID-19 test performed within 72 hours or antigen test not less than 48 hours before departure for French Guiana. Travellers must show their test certificates prior to boarding their flight.

• Travellers (11 years old and over) arriving from Guadeloupe and Martinique must have a negative COVID-19 RT-PCR test certificate or an antigen test certificate issued 48 hours before boarding the flight.

Is quarantine required on arrival?

• Yes

• Travellers entering French Guiana will be required to enter a mandatory quarantine for at least seven days. Travellers must repeat a COVID-19 PCR test after 7 days of arrival to terminate quarantine.

• Based on the above restrictions, travellers must be prepared to spend 7 days in quarantine.

Entry form required?

• Yes

• Travellers are required to complete a self-declaration form saying they do not have any symptoms of COVID-19 and have not been in contact with a COVID-19 case in the prior 14 days.

• Travellers must have a valid International Travel Certificate (ITC) issued before departure from their point of origin via the online platform at https://www.interieur.gouv.fr or from the French Consular Office.

• International students must complete a specific travel certificate, regardless of their nationality, which can be found here.

Recommended Border app

• Yes

• The contact tracking application “Tous Anti Covid” is available.

Is a vaccination required?

• No

• A vaccination for COVID-19 is not required to enter French Guiana.

Insurance required?

• No

• Travel or health insurance is recommended but not required for entry.

Airline restrictions

• Moderate

• International flights are restricted, except for select flights such as humanitarian or repatriation.

Border restrictions

• Significant

• The borders are closed to most foreign travellers.

Curfew restrictions

• Significant

• Nationwide overnight curfew from 19:00 to 05:00 is in effect from Monday to Friday, and a weekend curfew from 19:00 (Saturday) to 05:00 (Monday) is in effect.

Social restrictions

• Moderate

• Gatherings are limited to a maximum of 10 people.

• Strict measures are in effect. The full list of restrictions can be found here.

Internal travel restrictions

• Significant

• Leisure movement is limited to within 10 km of residence for up to 1 hour.

• Domestic road checkpoints are in place in Iracoubo and Regina. Travellers wishing to travel across these checkpoints in either direction are required to present evidence of a compelling reason for travel as well as a negative COVID-19 rapid test result.

• Local public transportation is operating. River transportation companies must apply for authorization from the prefect to be approved to provide services. Health and safety protocols must be followed.

Non-essential shops open?

• No, with exceptions

• Commercial activities are restricted, except for authorized shops. The essential businesses can accommodate up to one person per household.

Restaurants open?

• No

• Restaurants are closed.

Bars and cafes open?

• No

• Bars are closed.

Beaches and tourism sites open?

• Yes

• Beaches are open. However, movement is limited to within 10 km of residence for up to 1 hour only. More information can be found here

Museums and heritage sites open?

• No

• Museums are closed.

Places of worship open?

• Yes

• Places of worship are open for ceremonies, subject to health protocols.

Events allowed?

• No, with exceptions

• All sports halls, parties, and multipurpose rooms are closed

• Only 50 people can attend funeral services while maintaining the health protocol.

Masks required in public?

• Yes

• Masks are mandatory in all places where a social distance of 2 meters cannot be maintained, including public transport and all establishments open to the public. People with medical reasons for not wearing a face mask will need a medical certificate.

Other

• The consumption of alcohol is banned on public roads and in places throughout the territory.

• Cinemas, theatres, media libraries, and libraries are closed.

• Parks and gardens are open. However, movement is limited to within 10 km of residence for up to 1 hour only. More information can be found here.

• Individual outdoor sports such as biking, kayaking are allowed within 10 km from home and for 1 hour only.

The COVID-19 epidemic is constantly changing worldwide. Travel and border restrictions may change with little or no notice. Airlines may have their own requirements for testing, masking, and distancing. It is recommended that travellers carry a supply of face masks since the requirement can vary by location. It is recommended that travellers practice social distancing and maintain a 6-foot distance from other individuals and avoid crowded areas. Check with your airline, booking agent, or country's embassy for information on your specific travel plans.