COVID-19 Precautionary Measures in Togo (7 December Update)

Can a resident enter the country?

• Yes

• Citizens and residents are allowed to enter.

Can a foreigner enter the country?

• Yes

• Foreign travellers are allowed to enter.

Is transit allowed through the country?

• Yes

• Transit is allowed.

Is a test required on arrival?

• Yes

• Health screening measures are in place at all the entry ports including airports.

• All arrivals will undergo a mandatory COVID-19 PCR test upon arrival at their own expense. For which, such travellers will need to fill a Travel Declaration Form as well as to pay for the COVID-19 test before departure for Togo.

• Anyone departing Togo except transiting travellers must have a COVID-19 test performed 72-hours prior to their departure. A facility for testing outbound passengers has been set up at the old terminal of the Lomé Airport.

Is a test certificate allowed?

• Yes

• Test certificates issued in a country outside of Togo will be accepted.

Test certificate required?

• Yes

• All arrivals must show proof of a negative COVID-19 PCR test performed within the last five days prior to arrival.

Is quarantine required on arrival?

• No with exceptions

• Arrivals must quarantine on arrival until test results are returned (up to 48 hours).

• Arrivals who test positive will be placed in a strict quarantine until they test negative.

Insurance required?

• Travellers must buy medical travel insurance policy prior to getting a visa for Togo or submit proof of a repatriation deposit in the event of death.

Entry form required?

• Yes

• Travellers must complete a health and immigration declaration form available here: https://voyage.gouv.tg/checkphone.

Recommended Border App

• Yes

• While in Togo, the government requires travellers to use the contact tracing app, “Togo Safe”, which must be active throughout their stay or for a minimum of 30 days starting from the day of arrival.

Airline restrictions

• Moderate

• International and domestic flights have resumed on a limited basis.

• Travellers will need a print-out of the electronic receipt of the payment for a COVID-test which is to be done on arrival, to be allowed to board the aircraft. Passengers without the required documents may be denied boarding.

• Entry and departure is only possible through Lomé–Tokoin International Airport.

Border restrictions

• Moderate

• Land borders with Ghana, Burkina Faso and Benin will remain closed until further notice.

Curfew restrictions

• Moderate

• The State of Health Emergency has been extended until March 2021.

• There is a curfew from 21:00 to 05:00 (local time) in Tchaoudjo, Sotouboua, and Tchamba prefectures.

Social distancing restrictions

• Moderate

• Gatherings are limited to a maximum of 15 people.

• Six feet distance must be followed in public places.

Internal travel restrictions

• Moderate

• Masks are required.

• Public transport has resumed with reduced capacity.

• Entry and exit restrictions remain in place in Sokode, Tchamba, and Adjengre areas.

Non-essential shops open?

• Yes

• Stores and markets are open.

• Working hours are from 08:00 to 16:00 (local time).

Accommodations open?

• Yes

• Some hotels are open.

Restaurants open?

• Yes

• Restaurants are open.

Bars and cafes open?

• Yes

• Bars are open.

Beaches and tourism sites open?

• No

• Beaches are closed.

Places of worship open?

• No with exceptions

• Most religious activities are prohibited. Places of worship will remain closed in Tchaoudjo, Sotouboua, and Tchamba.

Events allowed?

• Yes

• Cultural activities are allowed with a reduced number of participants.

Masks required in public?

• Yes

• Face masks are mandatory for all people in public places.

Other

• School are open.

• Nightclubs are open.

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The COVID-19 epidemic is constantly changing worldwide. This information is subject to change as the situation evolves. Travel and border restrictions may change with little or no notice. Some countries are beginning to remove some restrictions gradually. Check with your airline, booking agent, or country’s embassy for information on your specific travel plans.