South Africa COVID Travel Advisory
Updated: 20 November, 2020
A negative COVID 19 test must be presented. The test must have been carried out using the PCR method and must not be older than 72 hours on departure. The test must come from a recognised body and bear the name and signature of the appropriate doctor. It must be documented in printed form. Travellers who do not have a negative test result must expect to be subject to 10-day quarantine measures at a charge. The quarantine can either be held in designated accommodation or in self-isolation. Travellers must install an app on their smartphone. You can find the app “COVID Alert South Africa” under the following link: https://sacoronavirus.co.za/category/covid-alert-sa-app/. On arrival, health checks are carried out with temperature measurements. Problems may arise if travellers show symptoms of illness. Affected travellers must expect quarantine measures or entry bans. If travellers test positive for the coronavirus during their journey, they must expect further measures to be taken. Travellers must provide proof of travel health insurance that covers COVID-19. Masks are compulsory at border crossing points.
