More than thirty countries or cities have implemented restrictions or bans on entry into their territory, which target in particular the French.
French people are no longer welcome everywhere. With nearly 2,300 cases of coronavirus contamination, Thursday March 12, and the acceleration of its spread around the world, many countries have implemented reinforced border controls. And France is one of the main countries targeted by residence bans or compulsory quarantine. On the night of Wednesday to Thursday, a new level was crossed: the United States decided to suspend for thirty days all trips from Europe. Franceinfo goes around the world with restrictions on French people traveling abroad.
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All of this information is likely to evolve rapidly according to the new measures implemented by the various countries of the globe. Before traveling, you can consult the latest restrictions published by the ministry of foreign affairs.
Access bans in fifteen countries
Wednesday March 11, at night, Donald Trump announced the entry ban to United States for the next 30 days of any person having stayed in the Schengen area during the 14 days preceding their arrival, with the exception of Americans and permanent residents. The measure will take effect on Saturday March 14.
In Central and South America, El Salvador prohibited entry to foreigners, except diplomats and residents, subject to 30 days of quarantine. Guatemala announced that, as of March 12, European citizens would be refused entry to its territory. The authorities of Trinidad and Tobago also prohibit entry into their territory for people who have traveled and transited through France.
In Asia, India suspended the validity of all tourist visas until April 15. Travelers who have stayed in France must prove a quarantine period of 14 days made at the point of departure of the trip to be able to access Indian territory. Mongolia suspended all international air and rail connections until March 28 inclusive. March 9, Kazakhstan has placed France on the list of countries prohibited from entering its territory. North Korea announced on March 1 that the entry of foreign nationals into its territory was strictly prohibited.
In Europe, Malta announced the suspension of all flights with France from March 11 at midnight. French nationals who would arrive in Malta by other air routes must comply with a 14-day self-containment. The Czech Republic On Thursday declared a 30-day state of emergency in the face of the coronavirus epidemic, closing its borders to travelers from “risk areas”. Slovakia prohibits entry to all foreigners from Friday morning, except the Poles.
In the Middle-East, Lebanon has classified France among the countries targeted by a ban on the entry of travelers. In Jordan, From March 16, an entry ban for travelers from France will be introduced. Saudi Arabia announced the temporary suspension of travel (air and sea connections) to and from France. Finally, travelers who do not have Israeli nationality and have stayed or transited for more than six hours in the past 14 days in France are denied access in Israel.
Automatic quarantines in fifteen cities or countries
In South America, several countries have decided to automatically place French nationals in quarantine for fourteen days, upon arrival on their territory. This is the case of Peru, of Colombia and of Argentina. In these three countries, these are measures of self-isolation at home or at the hotel.
In Africa, Mozambique has established a compulsory quarantine system of 14 days duration at home or at the hotel for all people from France. same for me Uganda, Burundi, Liberia and Malawi.
In Asia, the authorities of the Municipality of Beijing, in China, have decided that, from now on, anyone arriving in the city, coming from France, must observe a quarantine period of 14 days at home or in a dedicated center. Same in the province of Yunnan and to Hong Kong. At Kyrgyzstan, travelers who have stayed during the 30 days preceding their arrival in France must undergo a health check upon arrival, then a 14-day quarantine regime. In Armenia, anyone from France will have to isolate themselves for 14 days and avoid contact.
In Europe, Cyprus has decided to place people from France in compulsory isolation, under telephone supervision, at home or in premises identified by the Ministry of Health. In North Macedonia, people from France must also comply with a 14-day self-containment. Same in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Finally, at Moscow, in Russia, all people from so-called risk areas, including France, are subject to compulsory isolation for fourteen days.
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