COUNTRY UPDATES COVID-19

• International travelers who entered Colombia should not present a negative PCR test to enter the country. They only have to do their Check-Mig registration 24 hours before their flight at the following link: migracioncolombia.gov.co.
• Currently, Colombia has 20 airlines in operation connecting 8 destinations nationwide with 22 countries in the world.
• If you are traveling to the interior of the country, you do not need to present your negative PCR test. Nor will it be required to have the information downloaded and filled out in the CoronApp mobile application.
• There are mobility restrictions in some destinations in the country according to the level of contagion and occupation of the Intensive Care Units. However, since June 8, commercial establishments and other economic activities were reopened in the cities of Bogotá and Medellín, maintaining all biosafety measures (face masks, distancing, hand washing, ventilation), prioritizing outdoor activities and controlling capacity.

All passengers over 2 years old must present a negative result of an COVID-19 RT-PCR test, performed up to 72 hours prior to boarding the flight, or a complete COVID-19 vaccination certificate, with the last dose administered at least 14 days prior to travel.
Everybody entering mainland Ecuador by international air must submit the Traveller`s Health Declaration, which can be downloaded at the following link: Traveler’s Health Declaration

Galapagos Travel requirements:

The entry requirements for the Galapagos Islands changed on Saturday 23rd October, 2021.

All passagers, over 2 years of age, regardless of their migratory category, must present either of  the following requirements:

1) Complete vaccination card, with the last dose administered at least 14 days prior to travel.

Or

2) Negative result of an RT-PCR test, performed up to 72 hours prior to flight boarding.

Remember that it is mandatory to present the Transit Control Card issued by the Galapagos Government Council.

Important note: The use of face masks is mandatory in all public spaces in Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands.

• Travelers from South Africa will not be allowed to enter Peru until November 30th. The entry of Peruvians and resident foreigners is allowed but with a mandatory quarantine for a period of 14 calendar days, counted from their arrival.
• Passengers entering Peru must prove that they have completed the COVID-19 vaccine dose, fourteen (14) days before boarding the flight at its point of origin or need to provide a negative molecular test (PCR). PCR test results must be obtained no later than 72 hours before your flight. Applies only to 12 years old and over. Children under 12 must present a medical certificate of good health.
• Passengers need to wear two face masks
• Passengers must present a QR code confirming they have submitted a Sworn Declaration of Health and Geolocation Authorization (Declaración Jurada de Salud y Autorización de Geolocalización) at least 72 prior to departure or complete a Sworn Declaration of Traveller’s Health (Declaración Jurada de Salud del Viajero) prior to arrival.
• There is no quarantine required if the negative PCR test is presented.
• The only requirement for local flights is the signature of a sworn statement indicating that the traveler does not have symptoms of COVID-19.
• If upon arrival in Peru you test positive, you will have to self-isolate in the Villa Panamericana or any other temporary center in Lima or in the centers that the regional government assigns. You may end quarantine if you take an antigen test upon your arrival in the country and the result is negative. If you receive a positive result, you will need to quarantine where the health authorities decide.
• Nationwide regulations:
  • The use of masks to move around the country is mandatory, however, the Ministry of Health of Peru recommends double masking as a preventive measure.
  • Double face masks are mandatory when going to shopping malls, galleries, department stores, markets, supermarkets, stores, and drugstores throughout the country.  Face shields are highly recommended.
  • We remind the population to frequently wash their hands and keep social distance.

Starting October 28th 2021, new regulations have been approved to enter Bolivia as follows:

• • Borders are open to enter the country by air, land borders are closed until further notice, expecting them to be open by the end of November.
  • No quarantine is required for national or foreign passengers with full vaccination (valid for at least 14 days before entering the country).
  • Passengers must carry negative PCR (valid for 72 hours) in addition to insurance that includes coverage against COVID.NO quarantine for national or foreign passengers with full vaccination (valid for at least 14 days before entering the country).
  • All passengers (from 5 years and above) must carry a negative PCR test (valid for 72 hours) in addition to insurance that includes coverage against COVID.
  • National and foreign passengers who do not have the vaccine, apart from presenting the negative PCR and the insurance, must be quarantined for 72 hours. After this period, they must undergo an additional PCR test.
  • This last measure does not apply to diplomatic, consular, special missions, international organizations and others.

• To have a negative PCR, taken 72 hours before departure, counting from the last boarding on flights with stopovers
• Fill out the “Affidavit for Travelers” form online, up to 48 hours before departure, in which you will provide your contact and health information and your travel details. This form will issue a QR code as a means of verification. This form is available at www.c19.cl
• Guests travelling to Chile, as of 01 November 2021, will not need to quarantine upon arrival. However, they will need to take a mandatory PCR test at the airport and wait for the result (from 6 hours) at their chosen hotel before continuing their journey. Therefore, booking a 1-night stay in Santiago is advisable.
• Guests travelling to Chile that are fully vaccinated will need to validate their vaccination scheme on the website: https://mevacuno.gob.cl/
  The process could take up to four weeks, so registration in advance is highly recommended.
• Vaccines must be approved by the Chilean Public Health Institute (ISP), the World Health Organization (WHO), the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) or the European Medicines Agency (EMA).
• To have medical insurance with a minimum coverage of USD 30,000, which covers any expenses caused by Covid-19.
• For 10 days after you enter the country, you will receive a follow-up form sent daily to your e-mail. Timely completion is mandatory.
• Pure! Chile will be able to assist with PCR testing before your guests leave for their next destination from Santiago,  We follow all Ministry of Health (Minsal) recommendations and select approved laboratories for we can bring authorized personnel directly to your guests at their hotel for a private testing. Costs will vary depending on the services required and this will be presented in each proposal (from USD$45,00).
• These rules and restrictions are constantly changing by the authorities, so it is very important to confirm them just before your trip.

• • Argentina’s borders opened to non-resident foreign nationals on Nov 1st.
  •  All travelers who are authorized to enter Argentina must comply with the requirements set out below:
    • Argentina allows the entrance to fully vaccinated people bringing a PCR test made before leaving their country of origin.
    • All travelers to Argentina (including those in transit to another country) must fill in an electronic “Health declaration form”  within 48 hours of traveling.
    • All travelers to Argentina (children under 6 are exempted) must present a negative COVID-19 PCR test taken within 72 hours of traveling unless you are: a crew member, transiting the country through an international airport for less than 24 hours; or have had coronavirus confirmed by a lab test within 90 days of your trip. If you have had coronavirus confirmed by a lab test within 90 days of your trip you don’t need to take a COVID-19 PCR test again. Instead, you will need to show evidence of your diagnosis and a medical certificate issued at least 10 days after being diagnosed, confirming that you have a clean bill of health.
    • Those who are not or are partially vaccinated will have to self-isolate for a week. They are also subject to a COVID-19 antigen test upon arrival at their own expense.
    • Passengers must have a COVID-19 vaccination certificate showing that they were fully vaccinated at least 14 days before arrival.

   

  • All non-resident foreign nationals with authorization from the Argentine Migrations Office to enter the country must have medical insurance with comprehensive cover for coronavirus, including hospitalization and the costs of self-isolation if required.