BEFORE YOU GO

• Get the most up-to-date information on country Covid stats, restrictions, vaccination and quarantine requirements. Check here
• Make sure you have the correct documentation. As a minimum you need: a valid passport, E-Ticket and boarding pass, Valid visa for arrival destination (if applicable), Quarantine arrangements upon arrival (if applicable), Completed Exit Health Form, Negative COVID-19 test. (You can access your SA vaccination certificate here.)
• Provide extra time to obtain a visa (if required) as processing times are longer than usual.
• Download the travel app to ensure that you receive updates and can access travel documentation easily. Download here
• Ensure that your travel insurance provides adequate health cover including Covid-19 risks.
• Consider direct flights over connections.
• Bring yourown headsets, masks wipes, reading materials, drink bottles, pillows.
• Check restrictions for carry-on items like hand sanitiser. Also check if food is provided on your flight. If not, pack snacks but limit this to the relevant restrictions.
• Leave home early, as airport passenger processing times are now longer than usual.

AT THE AIRPORT

• You may need to enter the airport building alone, so be prepared for this.
• Most airports have installed sophisticated temperature technology to scan you as you enter the airport building.
• Follow the rules on queuing, maintaining a social distance and wearing airline announcements as boarding processes have changed.
• Never leave luggage unattended or with a stranger or carry anything for someone else.
• Be careful when using public Wi-Fi and don’t access sensitive information.

ON THE FLIGHT

• Expect to keep your mask on during the flight. This may only be removed to drink water or to eat.
• Limit consumption of food and drink, as removing face masks increases risk.
• Pay for catering using contactless or cashless payment.
• Avoid connecting to a USB port to charge mobile devices, as this may allow data to be accessed.
• Choose your seats carefully. A window seat reduces contact with passing crew and passengers.

ON ARRIVAL

• When you land, remain seated and await deplaning instructions. Rules vary by airline and destination.
• In some locations, you might be subject to quarantine or isolation. Research and familiarise yourself with local and regional restrictions.
• Carry some cash to exchange into local currency on arrival, in case airport ATMs are not working or debit cards are not accepted.
• Complete health and other government declaration forms.