Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Libreville, Gabon

Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Libreville, Gabon (March 21, 2020)

Location:  Gabon

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The Gabonese government has confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Gabon.

On March 14, the Department of State authorized the departure from any diplomatic or consular post in the world of US personnel and family members who have been medically determined to be at higher risk of a poor outcome if exposed to COVID-19.

On March 21, President Ali Bongo Ondimba announced that Gabon will be implementing a country-wide curfew between the hours of 7:30 p.m. and 6:00 a.m.  The curfew will begin on March 22 and will remain in effect until further notice.

Visit the Gabonese government’s COVID-19 website for updated information.

Effective March 16, U.S. Embassy Libreville has suspended routine consular services.  For emergency American Citizens Services, including emergency passports, please visit our website for additional information.

Many travelers worldwide have reported unexpected flight cancellations and limited flight availability.  If your travel has been disrupted, please contact your airline.

The Department of State has issued a Global Level 4 Health Advisory for COVID-19.

The government has implemented quarantines for those with recent travel to affected countries, those who have symptoms, and those who have had contact with a confirmed case.  Visit the Gabonese government’s COVID-19 website for updated information.

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