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Jul 5, 2022 · Before travel, all visitors must submit a health authorization form, the completion of which includes the purchase of mandatory Covid-19 insurance. The C.D.C. risk assessment for Covid-19 is Level ...
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- Albania. Albania does not require U.S. travelers to show any COVID-19-related documents or tests, according to the U.S. Embassy in Albania.
- Anguilla. As of Oct. 1, there are no entry requirements to Anguilla, according to the U.S. Embassy.
- Antigua and Barbuda. Antigua and Barbuda have removed all preexisting COVID-19 entry requirements, according to the government. However, any passenger displaying symptoms may be isolated by the government.
- Argentina. There are no COVID-19 related entry requirements for entry into Argentina, according to the Consulate General and Promotion Center.
Jan 4, 2024 · If you're traveling without being fully vaccinated, you can take some steps to protect yourself and the people around you: Get a COVID test 1 to 3 days before you leave. Wear a mask on public ...
- Albania. U.S. citizens can enter this southeastern European country without a negative coronavirus test. However, they'll have to oblige by the screening procedures at the airport, which may include sanitization and reduced physical contact.
- Anguilla. U.S. citizens can enter Anguilla after receiving approval from the government through an application portal and providing proof of a negative coronavirus test taken three to five days before travel.
- Antigua and Barbuda. Access to this Caribbean gem is contingent on a negative coronavirus test (for those older than 12) taken no more than seven days prior to arrival at the airport.
- Armenia. This western Asian country allows U.S. citizens to enter as long as they either present a negative coronavirus test taken no more than 72 hours prior to arrival or agree to take a $40 test upon arrival and quarantine until they receive negative results.
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Canada
For travelers hoping to head up north, you're in luck: Canada droppedthe pre-arrival testing requirement for vaccinated travelers arriving in Canada via land or air on April 1. Although arrival testing requirements remain in place for unvaccinated travelers, as of April 25 unvaccinated children between the ages of 5 and 11 can skip the arrival testing requirement, provided they are accompanied by a fully vaccinated parent or guardian. Also as of late April, fully vaccinated individuals no lon...
Mexico
Although Mexico briefly added COVID-19 restrictions in early 2022, the entire country is now designated as "green,"indicating a low risk of contracting COVID-19 based on government data. As a result, minimal COVID-19 restrictions are only enforced by specific states. The only major popular tourist destination currently enforcing a pandemic restriction is Puerto Vallarta, where masks remain mandatory. Elsewhere, travelers shouldn't expect much in the way of enforcement. Incoming travelers are...
Puerto Rico
On March 10, the requirement to show either proof of vaccination or a negative test was dropped for domestic travelers to Puerto Rico, regardless of vaccination status, per updated travel guidelines issued by Discover Puerto Rico. Just note that international travelers are still expected to adhere to the aforementioned U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention testing rule, as well as submit proof of vaccination (with a vaccine approved by the Food and Drug Administration or World Healt...
Chile
As of April 21, travelers to Chile do not face travel restrictions related to testing or proof of vaccination. Instead, travelers must complete an online travel affidavit formwithin 48 hours of boarding for Chile and show proof of health insurance covering up to $30,000 worth of COVID-19-related expenses. Other than those two requirements, you can enjoy Chile without taking any extra steps to visit, but remember that you may be randomly selected to take a test upon entering the country, per C...
Belize
On March 1, Belize dropped testing requirements for fully vaccinated travelers to enter the country; Belize also removed all curfew mandates and outdoor mask mandates, per updated guidance issued by the Belize Tourism Board. Unvaccinated travelers 5 and older (or those without vaccine proof) must continue to show results of a negative PCR test taken within 72 hours of arrival or a negative antigen test taken within 48 hours. Regardless of vaccination status, all international visitors must co...
Costa Rica
As of this month, travelers to Costa Rica have zero predeparture steps to consider, thanks to the elimination of the online health pass and travel insurance policy which were both formerly required for foreign visitors. Even so, Visit Costa Ricastill recommends travelers age 18 and older carry a travel insurance policy covering potential COVID-19-related expenses. Currently, many public spaces — including sports venues, cultural and academic institutions and nightclubs — are operating at full...
El Salvador
As of Nov. 17, 2021, the Salvadoran government dropped all testing and vaccination requirements for U.S. citizens to enter, per the U.S. Embassy in El Salvador. Unlike most countries on this list, El Salvador has been open for quite some time, having resumed international commercial flights on Sept. 19, 2020, without quarantine requirements for incoming passengers. Local businesses remain open as they did pre-pandemic and no curfew is currently in place. The only pandemic-related precautions...
Croatia
Summer 2022 is a great time to visit Croatia since the underrated European destination has removed its previous requirement for non-EU citizens to show proof of vaccination to enter. Therefore, as of this month, there are no longer any pandemic-related restrictions for Americans visiting Croatia, though face masks are encouraged on public transportation. Americans can visit Croatia without any of the predeparture or on-the-ground steps that were previously required. Based on my personal trave...
Germany
Earlier this week, Munich city leaders announced the country's famed Oktoberfestwould return this year after a two-year COVID-19-induced hiatus, which is good news for vaccinated Americans hoping to join in on the fun come this fall. However, entry requirements are set to change Oct. 1, when the country will only allow Americans who can show proof of receipt of three doses of a COVID-19 vaccine to enter. This means you'll need to be boosted at least three months after your second dose. "Pleas...
Italy
In line with much of Europe, entry to Italy has only become easier in time for summer travels. As of May 1, tourists to Italy are no longer asked to show their version of a vaccine passport, known as a "green pass," which was previously required to access most places throughout the country such as restaurants bars, hotels, museums and ski lifts. This means vaccinated and unvaccinated travelers alike can enjoy those places equally without having to present proof of vaccination, recovery or a n...
Serbia
The eastern European nation of Serbia has officially removed all of its pandemic entry requirements and restrictions as early May, although select travelers, including Americans, have been able to visit for much of the pandemic since Serbia is not subject to EU-wide rules. As of May 3, the country treats vaccinated and non-vaccinated travelers alike, meaning there's no need to show proof of vaccination to enter, nor do non-vaccinated individuals need to take a predeparture test within 48 hour...
Kosovo
Like its neighboring country, Kosovo also removed its entry requirements in early May, after previously allowing vaccinated travelers to enter without testing or quarantine while expecting unvaccinated passengers to undergo predeparture testing within 48 hours of entry. "The epidemiological situation with COVID-19 is stable, in which case it is recommended to facilitate the existing measures," Prime Minister Albin Kurti said on April 30.
Aruba
As of March 19, Aruba scrapped all of its remaining COVID-19 restrictions, including the requirement for incoming unvaccinated travelers to submit results of a negative COVID-19 test, aligning with its decision in Februaryto ditch the requirement for vaccinated visitors. No travelers need to take a test to visit Aruba, nor do they need to be vaccinated and boosted against COVID-19, as previously required. To enter, incoming passengers age 15 and older must purchase Aruba Visitors Insurance fo...
Bonaire
The Dutch Caribbean island of Bonaire announced relaxed entry requirements for fully vaccinated visitors on March 20, according to guidance issued by the Public Entity Bonaire. Currently, fully vaccinated visitors may enter Bonaire without submitting a predeparture test. The government considers travelers fully vaccinated if their final vaccine dose (either second dose or booster) was administered within the nine months preceding travel. Testing requirements remain for unvaccinated or partial...
Curacao
Travelers to Curacao are no longer expected to submit a pre-arrival COVID-19 test as of March 10, as the Caribbean nation has eliminated its former risk classification system that once determined traveler entry requirements. However, there are a few steps travelers must continue to take in order to visit, such as completing an online digital immigration cardbefore departure and completing a passenger locator form within 48 hours of departure. Per the Curacao Tourist Board, visitors must eithe...
Mauritius
Located in the eastern Indian Ocean, the island of Mauritius was the first African nation to make this list. Mauritius relaxed entry requirements for fully vaccinated tourists on March 12, but still requires them to test upon arrival. Although fully vaccinated foreign tourists no longer need to submit results of a negative COVID-19 test before departure to Mauritius, they must take a test on the day they arrive in Mauritius, which is technically considered day zero. Unvaccinated travelers mus...
Seychelles
Like Mauritius, Seychelles no longer requires fully vaccinated visitors to show a negative PCR test upon arrival, per a March 15 announcementby the country's Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Tourism. Seychelles considers visitors fully vaccinated if they have received two doses of a COVID-19 vaccine along with a booster within six months of completion of the primary series. For travelers ages 12 to 19, a booster shot is not required to be treated as fully vaccinated. If you fail to meet either...
Bahrain
As of Feb. 20, no passengers arriving in Bahrain need to take a PCR test upon arrival. Although travelers can enter without submitting any pre-travel or arrival tests regardless of vaccination status, Americans must possess a visa to enter, which is available upon arrival, per guidance issued by the U.S. Embassy in Bahrain. For more information about how to obtain a visa to visit Bahrain, the embassy says to consult the Bahrain Ministry of Interior. Those visiting Bahrain should download the...
Jordan
The government of Jordan no longer requires travelers to take a PCR test before or upon arrival as of March 1, according to the U.S. Embassy in Jordan. Jordan still asks travelers to register and submit a pre-travel form, during which a QR code will be provided for presentation to airline personnel upon boarding your flight to Jordan. Travelers should note that the Jordanian government requires social distancing and face masks in public establishments and on public transportation.
United Arab Emirates
As of March 10, vaccinated travelers to the United Arab Emirates via land borders and airports, including Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) and Dubai International Airport (DXB), are exempt from submitting a PCR test before departing if they show proof of full vaccination via a certificate containing a QR code. The UAE considers vaccines approved by the WHO as valid, in addition to Sinopharm and Sputnik V. Otherwise, unvaccinated travelers entering the UAE must continue to show results of...
Indonesia
Due to confusion over previously announced reopening plans, the Indonesian government released updated COVID-19-related guidance for travelers on April 5. Among the changes, travelers from 43 countries, including the U.S., are able to enter Baliand other popular Indonesian destinations without the need for a visa. This applies if their stay is for tourism purposes exceeding no more than 30 days. Therefore, Americans age 12 and older are able to enter Indonesia by showing proof of full vaccina...
Malaysia
Pre-arrival testing requirements were dropped for fully vaccinated travelers age 12 and older on May 1, according to the Ministry of Health of Malaysia. However, testing requirements are still in effect for unvaccinated travelers age 12 and older, who must take both a PCR test within two days of departure for Malaysia and a rapid test within 24 hours of arrival. Additionally, these travelers age 18 and older must quarantine for four days upon arrival, a stipulation that was recently reduced f...
The Maldives
On March 5, the Maldives dropped its arrival PCR test requirement. Vaccinated visitors can now enter the island nation by simply completing an online declaration of health within 48 hours of departure. Following that, the country also removed previous testing requirements for unvaccinated travelers, per the Maldives Immigration website. Americans will be issued a free 30-day tourist visa upon arrival as long as they submit the aforementioned health form. Related: Dream destinations: Bali and...
A number of other destinations have eased COVID-19 protocolswhile still asking travelers to provide proof of vaccination or take a test before departing their home country. Overall, it seems countries are opening up to the idea of welcoming back international tourists with fewer and fewer restrictions. This guide will continue to be updated as more...
- Caroline Tanner
Apr 22, 2021 · Once you have the negative result, you can apply for a Bahamas Travel Health Visa here, where you must opt in for Covid-19 health insurance. You must also take a rapid test on day five of your ...
Nov 4, 2020 · Figuring out where you can travel during the coronavirus pandemic has proven to be no small task. In the United States, the rules vary from state to state—some states have mandatory quarantines, others have COVID-19 testing requirements, and some have no entry restrictions at all.
