ArmInfo.Armenia has restricted the entry of citizens from 16 countries into the Republic.
Thus, according to a unified information center, in addition, Armenian citizens returning from these countries will have to undergo a mandatory 14-day quarantine. The list of countries from which entry is forbidden: People's Republic of China; Islamic Republic of Iran; South Korea; Japan; Italy; Spain; France; Germany; Switzerland; Denmark; Austria; Belgium; Norway; Sweden; Netherlands and Great Britain.
However, these restrictions will not apply to freight transport. In addition, it is noted that all RA citizens returning from other countries should be self-insulated for 14 days and if symptoms of the disease occur during this period, immediately call the hotline 060 838300.
In turn, a statement was also made by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Armenia, urging citizens to refrain from traveling abroad due to the widespread outbreak of coronavirus in the world.
"Taking into account the wide geographical spread of the novel Coronavirus (COVID-19), we advise citizens of Armenia to strictly refrain from travelling abroad. We inform the citizens of Armenia currently planning to travel abroad that your trip might be suspended, given the measures and travel restrictions being undertaken by different countries to prevent the further spread of the novel Coronavirus (COVID-19). We urge the citizens of Armenia, who are planning to return to Armenia from a foreign country, to thoroughly check the flight and transit possibilities in order to realistically assess the situation and make a reasonable decision whether to return to Armenia or stay in that country. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the diplomatic service of the Republic of Armenia abroad will regularly provide up-to-date information on travel opportunities and restrictions imposed by different countries. Diplomatic missions of Armenia abroad stand ready to support and assist our citizens abroad." the RA MFA noted.
It should be noted that from yesterday evening until April 14, the state of emergency was introduced in Armenia. All measures are being taken to prevent the spread of the coronavirus epidemic in the country. All land borders of the country are closed to passenger traffic.