COVID-19 Precautionary Measures in Kiribati (20 June Update)

*Can a resident enter the country? *

• Yes

• Repatriating citizens and residents are allowed to enter.

• Any travellers returning to Kiribati, who have been in or transited countries with confirmed local transmission in the past 14 days are not allowed to enter.

*Can a foreigner enter the country? *

• No

• Foreigners are not allowed to enter Kiribati.

*Is transit allowed through the country? *

• No

• Transit is not allowed through Kiribati.

*Is a test required on arrival? *

• No

• Travellers will have their temperature screened on arrival at airports and seaports. Symptomatic passengers will not be allowed to board.

*Test certificate required? *

• Yes with exceptions

• All travellers from countries must undergo medical clearance which includes a negative RT-PCR certificate obtained within 72 hours before departure from the embarkation point. All negative test results will be forwarded to Dr. Tekeua Uriam email [email protected], and copy Maryanne Namakin [email protected] prior to departure.

*Is quarantine required on arrival? *

• Yes with exceptions

• Travellers intending to return from a country with local COVID-19 transmission to Kiribati must undergo a 14 day mandatory quarantine in a designated location in the departure country, prior to departing for Kiribati.

• On arrival, passengers will undergo mandatory a 14 day quarantine at a designated location.

• The list of the countries with the ongoing local transmission can be found at this link.

• Travellers who arrive earlier than the required 14 days waiting period may be subject to quarantine on arrival or deportation.

• Based on the above restrictions, the traveller will be required to spend at least 14 days upon arrival.

*Entry form required? *

• Yes

• All arriving travellers must present a Health Arrival Form/health declaration form stating that the travellers have been free from COVID-19 symptoms during the last two weeks before the flight date and copies of e-tickets. The health declaration form is available here.

Airline restrictions

• Significant

• All commercial international flights to and from Kiribati have been suspended.

Border restrictions

• Significant

• All borders are currently closed until at least end of June 2021.

Curfew restrictions

• Minimal

• Currently, no curfew is in place.

Social distancing restrictions

• Minimal

• Citizens are encouraged to practice strict hygiene measures, including minimizing attendance at public gatherings, maintaining two-meter social distancing, and washing hands for 20 seconds after touching surfaces or after any activity. The government has advised citizens to avoid visiting animal markets.

Internal travel restrictions

• Minimal

• No internal travel restriction is in place.

*Non-essential shops open? *

• Yes

• All businesses are open.

*Accommodations open? *

• Yes

• Accommodations are open.

*Restaurants open? *

• Yes

• Restaurants are open.

*Bars and cafes open? *

• Yes

• Bars and cafes are open.

*Personal care services open? *

• Yes

• Personal care service businesses are open.

*Masks required in public? *

• No with exceptions

• Face masks are mandatory in the departure terminal, in-flight, and on arrival at Kiribati airport.

Other

• Currently, Kiribati is virus-free, and thus, there are no restrictions on any businesses.

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 other individuals and avoid crowded areas. Check with your airline, booking agent, or country's embassy for information on your specific travel plans