For UN personnel who recently returned

Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19)

For UN personnel who recently returned from areas with ongoing transmission of COVID-19

 

  • Comply with all host country’s requirements for returning travellers.
  • If you have just returned from an affected area, you should self-monitor for symptoms for 14 days after travel.  
  • During that period, you should immediately seek medical attention should you develop any signs and symptoms, such as shortness of breath or cough.
    • Remember to share your previous travel history with your health care provider and make every effort to inform them by phone prior to visiting a medical facility and wear a medical mask when you seek medical care.
    • You should only return to work when you are well and completely free of symptoms. 
  • HR personnel and managers are encouraged to exercise flexibility around remote working to support staff who are required to stay at home.