COVID-19: ‘Dark Red’ country list created, 23 countries added

The Bulgarian government has created a COVID-19 “Dark Red” country list, imposing strict limitations on travel from the 23 countries on the list.

Key Points:

• Bulgarian authorities classified Denmark, France, Israel, Switzerland and 19 other countries to its newly created “Dark Red” countries list. A full list is available here.
• Individuals, regardless of their nationality, traveling from “Dark Red” countries must have proof that they are fully vaccinated against or have previously recovered from COVID-19 and a negative PCR test result that was taken within 72 hours before arrival.
  • Individuals who have proof that they have received a booster shot are exempted from the PCR test requirement.
  • Bulgarian citizens, permanent, long-term, or continuous residence in Bulgaria who do not meet the above requirements are required to quarantine for 10 days. Quarantines can be ended if an individual receives a negative PCR test taken at least 72 hours after arrival.
• The U.S. is currently on the “Red Country” list. Entry requirements for travelers from the U.S. is available here.

Additional Information: A complete list of entry requirements and exemption is available here. A list of green, red and orange countries is available here.

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