Estonia: Shortened Self-Isolation Period for Travelers

Last Updated on February 23, 2023

Key Points 

  • Shortened self-isolation period for unvaccinated travelers beginning 10 Jan. 2022  
  • Lifting of travel restrictions on southern African countries, Egypt and Turkey as of 7 Jan. 2022  

Overview  

The government of Estonia will shorten the self-isolation period from 10 days to seven days for unvaccinated travelers arriving in the country beginning 10 Jan. 2022. Fully vaccinated travelers and travelers who have recovered from COVID-19 in the last six months will not be required to self-isolate upon arrival.  Additionally, travel restrictions placed on travelers arriving from South Africa, Botswana, Lesotho, Eswatini, Namibia, Mozambique, Zambia, Egypt and Turkey were lifted on 7 Jan. 2022. These travelers will be subject to the same entrance requirements as other international travelers.  

What are the Changes? 

On 10 Jan. 2022, the government of Estonia shortened self-isolation requirements for unvaccinated travelers. Fully vaccinated travelers and travelers who have recovered from COVID-19 in the last six months will not be required to self-isolate upon entrance.  

Looking Ahead  

Continue to check the government of Estonia’s website and Envoy’s website for additional updates and information.  


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