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Last updated:  07/30/2021

***  Effective January 26, all airline passengers to the United States ages two years and older must provide a negative COVID-19 viral test taken within three calendar days of departure.  Alternatively, travelers to the U.S. may provide documentation from a licensed health care provider of having recovered from COVID-19 in the 90 days preceding travel.  Check the CDC website for additional information and answers to Frequently Asked Questions.

Country-Specific Information

  • The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a Level 4 Travel Health Notice and the Department of State has issued a Level 4 Travel Advisory advising against all travel to Liberia due to COVID-19.  Level 4 is the highest advisory level due to greater likelihood of life-threatening risks.  During an emergency, the U.S. government may have very limited ability to provide assistance.  The Department of State provides additional advice for travelers in these areas in the Travel Advisory.  Conditions in any country may change at any time.

On June 18, 2021, the Ministry of Health revised its COVID-19 National Guidelines due to the increasing number of coronavirus cases being reported in Liberia. The new guidelines include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Passengers who have been present in India, Pakistan, or Bangladesh within the last 14 days will not be allowed entry into Liberia
  • Mask-wearing and handwashing are mandatory in public, as well as social distancing of at least three feet
  • Gatherings of more than 20 persons (including parties, weddings, and funerals) are not allowed; gatherings of under 20 persons must follow mitigation protocols above
  • Persons who have tested positive for COVID-19 and their contacts are required to comply with the guidelines of health authorities and related health rules, such as keeping telephone lines open, self-quarantine, submission to quarantine or observation measures, and adherence to medical advice. Refer to the complete COVID-19 National Guidelines on the Ministry of Health website.

COVID-19 Testing

  • Are PCR and/or antigen tests available for U.S. citizens in Liberia?  Yes
  • If so, are test results reliably available within 72 hours?  Yes
    • Test results are usually available within three calendar days; for example, test results for samples collected on Tuesday would be received by Friday.  Test results may be delayed based on workload and availability of testing supplies.
  • COVID-19 testing is available at the Union Center in Sophia, Congo Town, Monrovia from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., seven days per week.  Testing for travelers going to the United States costs $75 USD; testing is free of charge for non-travelers.
  • Free COVID-19 testing is also available on a limited basis at JFK hospital. Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Entry is through the gate on Payne Street and 20th Street. Please go early as capacity is limited. Testing is free of charge for non-travelers only.
  • Test results are available at http://www.liberiacovidresult.org.
  • For additional information, refer to the Ministry of Health’s Testing Protocol for Travelers.

COVID-19 Vaccine Information

  • Has the government of Liberia approved a COVID-19 vaccine for use?  Yes
  • Are vaccines available in Liberia for U.S. citizens to receive? Yes
    • Vaccines are subject to supply availability.
  • Which vaccines are available in Liberia?  AstraZeneca and/or Johnson & Johnson
  • The Ministry of Health reports COVID-19 vaccines are normally available at the following locations: SOS Medical Clinic, St. Joseph Catholic Hospital, ELWA Hospital, JFK Hospital, Redemption Hospital, JDJ Hospital, 14 Military Hospital, and a mobile unit.  Monitor local news and the Ministry of Health website for updates and for the mobile unit location or contact the clinic or hospital directly for more details.
  • Visit the FDA’s website to learn more about FDA-approved vaccines in the United States.
  • The United States Government does not plan to provide COVID-19 vaccinations to private U.S. citizens overseas.  Please follow host country developments and guidelines for COVID-19 vaccination.

Entry and Exit Requirements

  • Are U.S. citizens permitted to enter?  Yes
    • Passengers who have been present in India, Pakistan, or Bangladesh within the last 14 days will not be allowed entry into Liberia
  • Is a negative COVID-19 test (PCR and/or serology) required for entry?  Yes
  • Are health screening procedures in place at airports and other ports of entry?  Yes
    • Travelers will be tested for COVID-19 upon arrival at the traveler’s expense.  Refer to the Ministry of Health’s Testing Protocol for Travelers.
    • Incoming travelers will have a mandatory temperature check.
    • All passengers are required to wear a face mask while at the airport and wash their hands.
  • A negative COVID-19 test result is required to exit Liberia. Refer to the Ministry of Health’s Testing Protocol for Travelers.  If the link to the online certificates does not work, cut and paste it into a browser (https://liberiacovidtravel.org/). Check with your airline for their testing requirements or requirements for your destination.
    • Only ticketed passengers will be allowed entry into the airport.
    • All passengers should arrive four hours before check-in time.
  • Residents and tourists in Liberia should contact the Ministry of Foreign Affairs for questions regarding visa extensions. 

Movement Restrictions

  • Is a curfew in place?  No
  • Are there restrictions on intercity or interstate travel?  No 

Quarantine Information

  • Are U.S. citizens required to quarantine?  No
    • Refer to the Ministry of Health’s Testing Protocol for Travelers.  Travelers whose entry COVID-19 test result is positive will undergo treatment based on Liberia’s case management guidelines.  Travelers who test negative should self-quarantine for seven days and monitor their symptoms for a period of 14 days, beginning the day after arrival in Liberia.
  • All travelers arriving from Nepal and Brazil will be transported to an approved facility directly from the airport and required to undergo mandatory precautionary observation at their own expense.  Refer to the Ministry of Health’s “Observations of Persons Traveling from High Risk Areas” document. 

Transportation Options

  • Are commercial flights operating?  Yes
  • Is public transportation operating?  Yes
    • Refer to the June 18, 2021, revised National Guidelines for requirements for using public transportation. 

Fines for Non-Compliance

The June 18, 2021, revised National Guidelines state that any person who violates the guidelines shall be, upon conviction, subject to a fine not exceeding $200 USD or imprisonment not exceeding 30 days, or both fine and imprisonment. 

Consular Operations

  • Routine services for U.S. citizens have resumed.  Visit the U.S. Citizen Services section of this website for details on services and appointment information.
  • Routine non-immigrant visa services are suspended.  A limited number of student visa appointments are available.
  • DNA appointments remain suspended.
  • Immigrant visa appointments have resumed.  For complete details of current visa processing, visit our visa page. 

Entering the United States: 

Getting to Liberia:

  • If you plan to transit Europe en route to Liberia, refer to travel.state.gov for information on any restrictions that may apply to you. 

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By | 17 August, 2020 | Categories: Alert, Notification, U.S. Citizen Services

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