Post by sedelen on Apr 7, 2021 16:56:48 GMT -5
Alert: New Bogota and Continuing Nationwide Public Health Restrictions
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acsbogota@state.gov
5:47 PM (6 minutes ago)
The U.S. Embassy continues to monitor the rapidly changing conditions due to COVID-19 in Colombia and in other locations worldwide. The most current information regarding the impact of COVID-19 may be found at our COVID Information Page.
New Bogota Public Health Restrictions
Citing a third wave of COVID-19 infections in the capital, the Mayor of Bogota has announced additional public health measures for the upcoming weekend.
From Saturday, April 10 at 12:01 AM through Tuesday, April 13 at 4:00 AM, the city of Bogota is subject to quarantine.
People and cars are restricted from movement.
All businesses will be closed except grocery stores, pharmacies, and restaurants without dine-in service. One person per family may leave their homes for these businesses subject to pico y cédula requirements.
You are allowed one hour daily for exercise outside of your home.
Some limited exceptions to these movement restrictions apply for employees in certain sectors.
For more information, consult the mayoral decree here. These measures supplement those announced by the national government earlier this week, further described below. Stay alert for potential announcements of future restrictions.
Nationwide Restrictions from April 6 to 19
All of Colombia remains under public health restrictions announced this week:
Cities with ICU occupancies over 50% have a nightly curfew with varying hours:
85% (including Medellin, Santa Marta, and Cali): 6:00 pm to 5:00 am
80% to 84% (including Barranquilla): 8:00 pm to 5:00 am
70% to 79% (including Manizales): 10:00 pm to 5:00 am
50% to 69% (including Bogota): midnight to 5:00 am
Pico y cédula – which limits entry into businesses by the customer’s ID number – is in effect for cities with ICU occupancy above 50%.
Consult local media for information on your city’s specific, potentially more restrictive measures. Refer to local sources for pico y cédula requirements, which vary across jurisdictions.
COVID-19 Testing Requirements
The Ministry of Health has announced that, until further notice, all inbound international passengers must present a negative COVID-19 PCR test result, with some limited exceptions.
Further Information
Consult the CDC website for the most up-to-date information.
Review the CDC’s latest recommendations on reducing your risk of contagion.
Review the State Department’s guidance on travel during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Visit our Embassy webpage on COVID-19 for information on conditions in Colombia.
Assistance
U.S. Embassy Bogota, Colombia
Tel. +57-1-275-2000
acsbogota@state.gov
co.usembassy.gov/
U.S. Consular Agency, Barranquilla
conagencybarranquilla@state.gov
U.S. Department of State – Consular Affairs
1-888-407-4747 or 1-202-501-4444
Colombia Country Information
Enroll in Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive security updates.
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Inbox
acsbogota@state.gov
5:47 PM (6 minutes ago)
The U.S. Embassy continues to monitor the rapidly changing conditions due to COVID-19 in Colombia and in other locations worldwide. The most current information regarding the impact of COVID-19 may be found at our COVID Information Page.
New Bogota Public Health Restrictions
Citing a third wave of COVID-19 infections in the capital, the Mayor of Bogota has announced additional public health measures for the upcoming weekend.
From Saturday, April 10 at 12:01 AM through Tuesday, April 13 at 4:00 AM, the city of Bogota is subject to quarantine.
People and cars are restricted from movement.
All businesses will be closed except grocery stores, pharmacies, and restaurants without dine-in service. One person per family may leave their homes for these businesses subject to pico y cédula requirements.
You are allowed one hour daily for exercise outside of your home.
Some limited exceptions to these movement restrictions apply for employees in certain sectors.
For more information, consult the mayoral decree here. These measures supplement those announced by the national government earlier this week, further described below. Stay alert for potential announcements of future restrictions.
Nationwide Restrictions from April 6 to 19
All of Colombia remains under public health restrictions announced this week:
Cities with ICU occupancies over 50% have a nightly curfew with varying hours:
85% (including Medellin, Santa Marta, and Cali): 6:00 pm to 5:00 am
80% to 84% (including Barranquilla): 8:00 pm to 5:00 am
70% to 79% (including Manizales): 10:00 pm to 5:00 am
50% to 69% (including Bogota): midnight to 5:00 am
Pico y cédula – which limits entry into businesses by the customer’s ID number – is in effect for cities with ICU occupancy above 50%.
Consult local media for information on your city’s specific, potentially more restrictive measures. Refer to local sources for pico y cédula requirements, which vary across jurisdictions.
COVID-19 Testing Requirements
The Ministry of Health has announced that, until further notice, all inbound international passengers must present a negative COVID-19 PCR test result, with some limited exceptions.
Further Information
Consult the CDC website for the most up-to-date information.
Review the CDC’s latest recommendations on reducing your risk of contagion.
Review the State Department’s guidance on travel during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Visit our Embassy webpage on COVID-19 for information on conditions in Colombia.
Assistance
U.S. Embassy Bogota, Colombia
Tel. +57-1-275-2000
acsbogota@state.gov
co.usembassy.gov/
U.S. Consular Agency, Barranquilla
conagencybarranquilla@state.gov
U.S. Department of State – Consular Affairs
1-888-407-4747 or 1-202-501-4444
Colombia Country Information
Enroll in Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive security updates.
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