The Chilean government has extended ongoing COVID-19 measures through at least Feb. 28.
The “Paso a Paso” system of varying restrictions based on regional vaccination and infection rates remains in effect. This system places limits on gatherings in private residences, among others. In areas under the Phase 1 restrictions, only five people may gather in private residences. In Phase 2, five people without mobility passes or 10 people with passes may gather. In Phase 3, 10 people without passes or 25 people with passes may gather. In Phase 4, 20 people without passes or 50 people with passes may gather. In Phase 5, 20 people without passes may gather, and there is no gathering limit for people with passes.
Individuals diagnosed with COVID-19 must quarantine for 14 days or until they no longer present symptoms, whichever is longer. Anyone who has had at least 15 minutes of face-to-face contact or prolonged exposure (two or more hours in a shared home, hotel, or office) with a person confirmed to have COVID-19 must quarantine for at least 14 days.
Additionally, all persons must wear facemasks while in public, including at parks, on mass transit vehicles, and in elevators. Health officials recommend medical-grade masks but permit improvised or homemade coverings as long as they cover both the nose and mouth. All persons must also adhere to social distancing standards by keeping at least one meter (three feet) away from others, except individuals sharing vehicles and residences or engaged in work or other activities where maintaining such a distance is impossible.