COVID-19 COUNTRIES’ UPDATES
Andes World Travel’s aim is to provide updated information regarding the policies/restrictions/requirements in place in each country we operate in. Because of constant flow of information and permanent modification of the requirements, due to the changing nature of the pandemic. We will try to provide accurate and up-to-date information, but nevertheless we encourage all travelers to double check the information and research the requirements for: boarding flights, stop overs and/or change of flights and leaving/returning policies in your home country.
It is each traveler’s own responsibility to be well-informed and fulfill all the needed requirements for the trip.
Please do not hesitate to contact us, in case of questions or doubts.
Last updated: October 1st, 2022
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS FOR COLOMBIA:
– From April 29th, 2022 it is mandatory for all visitors and resident arriving in Colombia and who are over 18 years old to present a complete COVID-19 vaccination certificate with minimum 2 doses and the last dose administered at least 14 days before travel. Here is a list of the vaccines that are approved approved by the Colombian authorities.
– Travelers with an incomplete vaccination scheme or non-vaccinated, must have a negative PCR test taken within 72 hrs before arriving in the country or an antigen test taken no more that 24 hours before departure.
– MIG Health – Fill in and print form: Each single traveler arriving to Colombia MUST register 24 hours before their flight filling the MIG health information form and print it out or have a digital copy in the phone/computer/tablet. This must be shown before checking-in at the departure airport and then at the immigration officer upon arrival in the country. NOTE: this procedure MUST be done once again and with the same timeframe PRIOR to departing the country.
– Starting March 1st, 2022, any destination that has reached its 70% of complete vaccination and 40% of boost dosis, will not be required to use face masks on open spaces and later in closed spaces. Nevertheless, it is still required on public transportation, air and bus terminals and health institutions. In closed spaces, it is still recommended to use a protective face mask.
– The vaccination card will no longer be mandatory to enter massive and closed events, restaurants, bars, museums, cinemas, sporting events, among others.
– Local restrictions: Due to the epidemic, there are some places that have implemented temporary local restriction in different parts of the country.
NATIONAL PARKS:
– Due to the National government decision, it is mandatory for anyone entering any National Park to have a vaccination certificate.
– IMPORTANT: More restriction might come up, please check before traveling.
Last updated: May 4th, 2022
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS FOR ECUADOR & GALAPAGOS’ ISLANDS:
– Travelers over 3 years old must present a complete COVID-19 vaccination certificate with a QR code, validating the complete vaccination administered at least 14 days before travel. Under 3 years old are exempt from this requirement. (Applies to the mainland, and the Galapagos Islands).
– For travelers who are not vaccinated, must present a negative COVID-19 PCR test or antigen test performed up to 72 hours before boarding the flight, this applies for travelers over 3 years oof age. Under 3 years old are exempt from this requirement. (Applies to the mainland, and the Galapagos Islands).
– Travelers that show COVID-19 related symptoms on arrival, must take a rapid antigen test. If the result is positive, the traveler must self-isolate for 10 days.
– For previously COVID-19 infected travelers, if after 30 days the traveler is still with positive PCR results, the traveler must present a medical certificate from their country of origin stating that they are no longer contagious. Also must not present any symptoms to be able to enter Ecuador.
– Everybody entering mainland Ecuador by air must submit the Traveler’s Health Declaration. This may be printed out or have a digital copy to be shown upon arrival in the country.
– The use of face masks it is no longer mandatory in all public spaces, indoor nor outdoors, in Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands. Nevertheless, we advise traveler to bring some masks along, as places and people may have different interpretations of the current law and may ask to wear it in for example a badly ventilated place.
– Anyone who presents symptoms during the flight on arrival will be evaluated by the Health Ministry representatives prior to accessing the migration area.
– Any passengers presenting COVID-19 related symptoms will be denied entry to the Galapagos Islands.
– IMPORTANT: More restriction might come up, please check before traveling.
Last updated: Oct. 6th, 2022
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS FOR PERU:
– Passengers 12 years old and over entering Peru must must show a vaccination card according to the vaccination scheme (booster included) of the country of residence with the last dosis applied 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 48 hours before boarding the flight.
– Children under 12 years old must not present noticeable symptoms of COVID-19 to take the flight
– Anyone who shows COVID-19 symptoms on arrival in Peru, including those under 12 years old, must be isolated according the to the protocol.
– Passengers need to wear two face masks or just one KN95 mask
– Passengers must complete the electronic Sworn Declaration of Traveller’s Health (Declaración Jurada de Salud del Viajero) prior to arrival.
– No testing is require upon arrival, but the authorities are entitle to run aleatory testing.
– These rules are subject to change at short notice.
Nationwide regulations:
– The use of face mask is no longer mandatory in open spaces and well ventilated enclosed spaces.
– The use of a KN95 mask or, alternatively, a 3-fold surgical mask with a fabric mask, is mandatory in health facilities, public transportation and enclosed spaces without a good ventilation system.
– We remind the population to frequently wash their hands and keep social distance.
– IMPORTANT: More restriction might come up, please check before traveling.
Last updated: Sept. 26th, 2022
THERE ARE NO ENTRY REQUIREMENTS FOR ARGENTINA
1. It is recommended, but NOT MANDATORY, to use of face mask in closed interior spaces, including work, educational, social settings and public transport.
2. Ensure the ventilation of the environments.
3. Maintain proper and frequent hand hygiene.
4. In the presence of symptoms, avoid contact with other people, do not go to work, social, educational activities, public places and avoid the use of public transport.
The mandatory use of the face mask and social distancing are lifted.
Each Jurisdiction may adopt the pertinent recommendations based on its particular epidemiological situation and the planned health strategy.
