COVID-19: Entry, quarantine requirements updated

The Sri Lankan government has implemented an Online Health Declaration system for arriving travelers and updated its quarantine requirements.

Key Points:

• Travelers must complete the Health Declaration form online and upload:
  • A vaccination card for the first and second dose of the vaccine.
  • Proof of a negative COVID-19 test taken within 72 hours of departure.
• After completing the form, individuals will receive a QR code via email to show health officials at the airport in Sri Lanka.
• Authorities reduced the quarantine time for travelers who are not fully vaccinated from 14 days to 7 days.  

Additional Information: More information regarding Sri Lanka’s entry and health requirements for its citizens, residents and foreign nationals can be found here.

BAL Analysis: BAL will continue to monitor develops regarding resident visas and will provide more information as it becomes available.

This alert has been provided by the BAL Global Practice group. For additional information, please contact berryapplemanleiden@bal.com.

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