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RRISK ADJUSTED NATIONAL LOCKDOWN
The Government has revised the list of high risk countries based on a risk categorization model.
We continue to be reminded that the Covid-19 pandemic is still with us and we need to continue to take precautions. In its last meeting, the Cabinet instructed the Ministers of Health, Home Affairs and Tourism to lead a process to review the list. The review of the list of high risk countries was done in such a way that it strikes a balance between saving lives and protecting livelihoods.
Nothing has changed as far as all travellers from the continent of Africa are concerned. They are still welcome to visit the country subject to Covid-19 protocols.
People from high risk countries who may visit SA fall in the following categories: business travellers, holders of critical skills visas, investors and people on international mission in sports, arts, culture and science.
In addition, we recognise that there are a number of regular visitors from mainly European countries that have been accustomed to long periods of visitation to our country during our summer season when it is winter in the Northern Hemisphere. Most of them own properties in the country. We appreciate the significant economic contribution that they make through their activities in the country. To this end, we will also allow visitors, in whichever category, who are coming to stay for a three months period or more subject to Covid-19 protocols.
People who need to apply must direct email requests to: Covid19BusinessTravel@dha.gov.za, supported by—
(a) a copy of passport and/or temporary residence visa;
(b) proof of business activities to be undertaken in the Republic;
(c) proof of travel itinerary; and
(d) proof of address or accommodation in the Republic.
In the first two weeks that the Covid19BusinessTravel@dha.gov.za email address had been in operation, 4 701 applications were received, mostly from investors in agriculture, manufacturing, mining and tourism. Of these applications, 3 113 have been approved.
These numbers show that on average, 335 investors a day applied to visit the Republic, sending a strong message that South Africa remains an attractive investment destination.
In response to these numbers, the Department of Home Affairs has increased the capacity of people managing the email account to ensure speedier responses and we will try our best to ensure that responses are communicated within 24 hours.
The latest list of high risk countries is:
Argentina
Germany
Peru
Bangladesh
India
Philippines
Belgium
Indonesia
Russia
Brazil
Iran
Spain
Canada
Iraq
United Kingdom
Chile
Italy
USA
Colombia
Mexico
France
Netherlands
The list of these high risk countries will also be found on the Home Affairs website: www.dha.gov.za
Media Enquiries:
Siya Qoza, 082 898 1657 (spokesperson for the Minister of Home Affairs)
David Hlabane, 071 342 4284 (media manager for the Department of Home Affairs)
ISSUED BY DEPARTMENT OF HOME AFFAIRS
Click here for a copy of the Government Gazette dated 17 September 2020
- Implications of risk adjusted lockdown level one for the tourism industry
- What domestic travel is allowed under Level 1 of the risk adjusted strategy?
- When will South Africa open its borders for international travel?
- Which countries will be prohibited from travelling to South Africa for leisure purposes?
- What type of travel is allowed for people of countries who are on the prohibited travel list?
- How has South Africa classified the risk levels for international leisure travel?
- What documents are required upon entry at South African international airports?
- What is the screening processes at the three South African airports?
- What is the process for travellers from the African continent?
- What establishments are allowed to operate?
- What health and safety protocols must establishments put in place?
- Are land borders open?
- What are the entrance requirements for international visitors coming into South Africa?
- What are the regulations around Gatherings?
Implications of risk adjusted lockdown level one for the tourism industry
What domestic travel is allowed under Level 1 of the risk adjusted strategy?
When will South Africa open its borders for international travel?
Which countries will be prohibited from travelling to South Africa for leisure purposes?
What type of travel is allowed for people of countries who are on the prohibited travel list?
How has South Africa classified the risk levels for international leisure travel?
What documents are required upon entry at South African international airports?
What is the screening processes at the three South African airports?
What is the process for travellers from the African continent?
What establishments are allowed to operate?
What health and safety protocols must establishments put in place?
Are land borders open?
What are the entrance requirements for international visitors coming into South Africa?
What are the regulations around Gatherings?
UUPDATE: 24 March 2020
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UPDATE: 23 March 2020
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UPDATE: 21 March 2020
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PPublic Hotline
Travellers who develop symptoms of respiratory illness (cough, fever and shortness of breath) after travel to countries where the Coronavirus is prevalent, must seek medical care early and share their travel history with their healthcare providers.
For more information travellers with symptoms can contact the Public Hotline:
0800 029 999
Weekdays, 08h00 to 16h00
Official WhatsApp Help Services
Send HI to 0600 123 456 on WhatsApp.
Or share this link: https://wa.me/27600123456?text=Hi
DAILY UPDATE: 19 March 2020
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