Asia > Brunei: Covid-19 and Travel

Entry to the territory: Allowed
Travelers from any country can enter.

The lifting of travel measures for inbound travel into and outbound travel from Brunei Darussalam via air, land and sea take effect on 1 December 2022 as follows:

1. Vaccination status, pre-departure and post-arrival COVID-19 tests as well as quarantine are not required;

2. Travellers do not need to complete Arrival Declaration Form or obtain Entry Travel Pass approval and Exit approval;

3. Travel medical insurance with COVID-19 coverage is no longer mandatory for:

- Short-term visitors (foreign nationals) who enter Brunei Darussalam;

- Brunei Citizens and Permanent Residents travelling abroad for short-term trip.

4. However, travellers are recommended to purchase a valid Travel Medical Insurance before travelling. This is intended to protect travellers from any medical or treatment costs that may be incurred following COVID-19 infection or any emergency/incident (depending on the insurance coverage). Travellers are also advised to check the entry requirements of destination country including provisions on vaccination and health insurance.

More information here https://www.bruneitourism.com/covid19-travellers-advisory/

Tests: Not required

Quarantine: No
Not required

Information updated on 2023-03-08.

Lockdown: Partial
The government has extended domestic measures under the early endemic phase through May 31.

Mass gatherings, government offices, and business premises, including workplaces, dine-in services, recreational venues, sports facilities, and supermarkets, may operate at up to 75 percent of a venue's capacity or 300 people in attendance. For the Hari Raya Aidilfitri May 2-4, events at residences for family members may occur with up to 30 visitors, who must obtain a negative result from an ART test before the gathering. Programs in halls can involve up to 300 people. Participants in events at residences or halls must wear facemasks and are encouraged to avoid shaking hands.

Business owners and customers must download the BruHealth application. Individuals must scan a QR code when entering or exiting any premises, activate the Bluetooth function on their phones when in public places, and enter public facilities only if they have green or yellow health codes. Violators could face a BND 10,000 fine and six months' imprisonment; businesses flouting rules may face closures. Facemasks are mandatory in public except when exercising, among others.

Mask use
Masks are required in public spaces

Gatherings: Partially Allowed
May operate at up to 75 percent of a venue's capacity or 300 people in attendance.

Restaurants and bars: Open with restrictions

Shops: Open

Tourist attractions: Open