COVID-19: Travel ban lifted, entry requirements updated

IMPACT – MEDIUM

The Brazilian government has announced that it lifted its travel ban on all countries and updated its entry requirements.

Key Points:

• Foreign nationals from India, South Africa and the United Kingdom can now enter the country without having to quarantine.
• To enter Brazil by air, travelers must:
  • Present a negative PCR test taken within 72 hours or a negative antigen test taken with 24 hours of departure.
  • Complete a health declaration form.
• Land borders remain closed to all nonresident foreigners unless they need to board a flight to return to their home country.

BAL Analysis: The response to the COVID-19 pandemic continues to develop, and BAL will provide additional updates as information becomes available.

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