For Americans eager to continue their traveling outside of the States, there
are a number of countries that have opened their borders to U.S. citizens.
With the number of corona cases in the United States going down and
the number of vaccinations going up, many countries are no longer flat out
saying 'No' to American tourists. Many of those that had closed their
borders have recently reopened, though still with restrictions and
requirements. Although many are allowing unvaccinated tourist into
their country, they are doing so with greater restrictions than their
vaccinated counterparts.
Additionally, the
State Department categorizes most nations as Level 3, or "reconsider
travel."
As of January 26, all airline passengers to the United States must provide a negative COVID-19 test taken within three days of departure.
As of January 26, all airline passengers to the United States must provide a negative COVID-19 test taken within three days of departure.
Whether travel to "open" destinations is responsible or advisable is up
to individuals to decide.
For those who do choose to travel, it is strongly encouraged to check local government restrictions, rules, and safety measures related to COVID-19 before departure - as things are continually changing.
For those who do choose to travel, it is strongly encouraged to check local government restrictions, rules, and safety measures related to COVID-19 before departure - as things are continually changing.
Here is the full list of countries currently open to receiving U.S.
tourists. (We are only covering countries that do NOT require a quarantine
period.)
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Albania has reopened its borders and is now allowing American tourist to
enter. However, travelers will have to adhere to social distancing
guidelines, including face masks while indoors.
There are additional medical personnel at all points of entry for
temperature tests.
All travelers must either have proof of full vaccination at least 2 weeks
prior to arrival, a negative COVID-19 test taken within 72 hours for PCR or
48 hours for rapid antigen, or documentation showing recovery within the
last 6 months. There remains curfew in place from 11 pm - 6 am; including
restaurants (non-delivery) and travel.
Level 4: Do Not Travel
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The idyllic Eastern Caribbean island of Anguilla has opened it borders once
again for fully vaccinated beach lovers. To get there you must first fly into
St. Maarten and take a ferry to Anquilla, so you will need to follow
their travel restrictions
as well.
Before traveling to Anguilla tourists will need to fill out and submit an
application. This can be submitted before test results a aquired and
should be started at least seven days before travel. Tourists will need
to submit to the application a negative COVID RT-PCR test taken 3-5 days prior
to departure. Upon arrival you will need to submit to another test and
wait unitl the results are finalized. There will be another test on day
4 of you trip, but no quarantine.
Level 4: Do Not Travel
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The Verandah in Antigua.
Photo Courtesy: Caribbean Journal
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Antigua and Barbuda are open for tourism, but only for those that are at least partially vaccinated.
US travelers to Antigua and Barbuda arriving by air must present a negative
Covid-19 RT-PCR test result for SARS-CoV-2, taken within four days of their flight. Fully
vaccinated travelers should also present proof of
vaccination.
Travelers are also subject to assessment by Port Health Authorities for signs and symptoms through a series of checks (including temperature checks) and the completion of a health declaration form on arrival. Passengers may be required to undergo testing for COVID-19 upon arrival or hotel.
There is currently a curfew in place from 11pm - 5am. All restuarants are open, but only to fully vaccinated guests. Visitors must wear a mask in public or face a possible fine of $5,000 or up to 6 months in jail. Social distancing is also in place.
All travelers must stay in certified accommodations and use
certified excursions and restaurants during their stay. A list of
certified accommodations can be found
here.
Level 4: Do Not Travel
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Armenia's oldest Christian church, Mother Cathedral of Ejmiatsin.
Photo Courtesy: Winfried Wermirzowski
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The western Asian country of Armenia is again open to American tourists.
All tourists must either provide documentation of vaccination against COVID-19
at least two weeks prior to arrival, a negative COVID-19 test taken within 72
hours of arrival, or submit to testing upon arrival ($40) and self-isolate
until test results are received.
There is no quarantine unless you test positive for COVID-19. Face masks
are mandatory in all public places, as well as normal social distancing
protocols.
Level 4: Do Not Travel
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Residents from all 50 states are now allowed into Aruba under the same
criteria. Americans from the states will need to submit negative test
results from a Molecular COVID-19 tests taken 3-4 days before departure,
however, they also have the option to be tested at the airport upon arrival in
Aruba. If they choose to do so it will be at the tourist's cost and they
will be quarantined while they await the results (6-24 hours). Additionally,
If you are traveling with JetBlue you will have the option to test prior to
travel with an at-home, saliva-based PCR test.
Before departure, tourists must also complete and submit an
Embarkation/Disembarkation card online within 4 hours of leaving. If you
decide to test at arrival, you will also purchase the test during this time.
All tourist must also purchase a mandatory Visitors Insurance to cover up to
$75,000 in health insurance. For a week it will cost about $100. All beaches
and public parking lots are closed from 7pm - 5am.
Level 4: Do Not Travel
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The central European country of Austria is once again excepting non-European
tourists. Both vaccinated and unvaccinated tourist can visit, but with
very different requirements.
Those that are fully vaccinated or can show proof of past infection will not
need to register for travel clearance, take a COVID test, or quarantine upon
arrival. Those that are unvaccinated or unable to show proof of previous
infection will need to submit a negative COVID PCR test taken within 72 hours
of arrival or an antigen test no older than 48 hours. They will then
have to quarantine for 10 days (you can test after 5 days to end the
quarantine early).
Level 4: Do Not Travel
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The Bahamas is once again open to American tourist without a mandatory
quarantine, entry requirements differ depending on whether you have been
vaccinated or not.
All visitor must apply for their Bahama Travel Health Visa online at least 48 hours prior to arrival. During the application process you will need to either upload your vaccination record (if vaccinated) and negative COVID-19 test result, as well as opt-in for COVID-19 Health Insurance. Visitors must obtain a negative COVID-19 PCR test taken five days prior to arrival.
Wearing of masks is mandatory while inside, as well as upon
entering/exiting restaurants and beaches. There is a $250 fine, one
month imprisonment, or both for those found without wearing their
masks. Islands also differ in their curfews, building capacity, and
hours, so visitors should check before arrival.
Level 3: Reconsider Travel
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Qal'at al-Bahrain Photos Courtesy: Shutterstock |
Bahrain has opened its borders to Americans but the requirement
differ for those that are vaccinated or not.
Vaccinated Visitors:
Vaccinated visitors do not need to test prior to arrival and are
exempt from quarantine.
Unvaccinated Visitors:
Unvaccinated visitors will need to present a negative
COVID-19 PCR test taken within 48 hours of
departure.
You will be required to take a test once you arrive at the airport and
then quarantine for 10 days.
Upon arrival, all visitors will also be given a health questionnaire and screened. Face masks are mandatory
and a $53 fine will be taken, on the spot, for those not wearing a
mask in public places. Overall, there is a fine of
$2,645 - $26,500, minimum of three months in jail, or a combination of both, for
any one
who break public health rules.
Level 4: Do Not Travel
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Great Blue Hole Photos Courtesy: Belize Tourism Board |
The beautiful country of Belize is again open to American tourist.
Before departure, all tourist must book their stay in one of the approved
accommodations, register on Belize's Health App, and take a COVID-19 PCR
test within 96 hours or a rapid anitgen test within 48 hours of
departure. Alternatively you can test upon arrival for
$50.
Once at the airport, tourists must pass through thermal imaging cameras
and verify their Health app and certified COVID-19 test results.
There is currently a nationwide curfew from 9pm to 4am.
Level 4: Do Not Travel
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Bermuda has reopened its borders to Americans, but with an extensive screening
process in place.
Visitors must take a PCR COVID-19 test and obtain a negative result within 4
days of arrival. Once they receive the results, and within 1-3 dasy of
departure, they will need to complete the online Travel Authorization
process. There is a fee of $75 for the Travel Authorization, but it
covers the cost of all in-country COVID-19 testing. Failing to complete
the Travel Authorization prior to arriving will result in a $1000 fine.
Upon arrival visitors will need to submit their negative test results, travel
authorization paperwork, and take another COVID-19 test at the
airport.
Vaccinated:
After the airport testing, vaccinated travelers will be given a red wristband
that they must wear while quarantined at their accomendation until the results
are ready (about 6-8 hours). They will then be tested again on day 4 and
10 of their stay.
Unvaccinated:
Unvaccinated travelers will need to also select accomendation before arrival
for their quarantine and provide the address on their Travel Authorization
form. After airport testing, unvaccinated travelers must quarantine for
14 days. You may be visited by the Royal Bermuda Regiment to confirm
that you are quarantining.
Visitors must also practice physical distancing, hygiene, and mask-wearing in
all public spaces.
Level 3: Reconsider Travel
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Bonaire's beach and salt flats. Photos Courtesy: Brook Ward |
The southern Caribbean island of
Bonaire is again open to tourist with a few options to fulfill their entry
requirements.
All tourist must fill out
the health declaration form online 2-3 days before travel and present it,
along with your negative test results or vaccination certification upon
arrival. All tourist will also need to
test on day 5 after their arrival. Vaccinated tourist
must have a negative NAAT (PCR) test result taken within 48 hours of departure.
Unvaccinated tourists must either have a negative NAAT (PCR) test result
taken within 24 hours of departure or a negative NAAT (PCR) test result taken within 48 hours of arrival and
an antigen-test at arrival.
Level 4: Do Not Travel
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| Stari Most in Mostar |
The Balkin country of Bosnia and Herzegovina is now accepting tourists.
Tourists must have a negative COVID-19 test (PCR) not older than 72
before arrival, vaccination certificate showing full vaccination 10 days prior
to arriving, or a certificate of recovery in a period of 10-180 days
prior. Tourists are required to wear masks indoors, on public
transportation, and in public areas when social distancing is not possible.
Level 4: Do Not Travel
The South African country Botswana and its epic nature reserves are open again
to American tourists as long as they meet the testing requirements. All
travelers entering Botswana are required to have a negative PCR test within 72
hours of their departure and to take a rapid antigen test on arrival.
You will also be required to present a negative PCR test within 72 hours of
your departure of the country.
The capital, Gaborone, has a curfew from 8 p.m. to 4 a.m. You will also
need a permit to travel between the nine geographical zones. Masks are
mandated in all public settings.
Level 3: Reconsider Travel
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| Christ the Redeemer |
Brazil has reopened their borders for tourism. They now require all
passengers to provide a negative COVID-19 RT-PCR test result taken within 72
hours or a negative antigen test taken with in 24 hours of departure.
All passangers must also fill out a Traveler's Health Declaration form.
Level 4: Do Not Travel
The British Virgin Islands has begun to allow American tourist back to the
islands as long as they meet the requirements. Testing and quarantine
requirements differ depending on your vaccination status.
All tourists will be subject to temperature checks upon arrival.
There are strict physical distancing protocols, wearing of masks, and
sanitation measures in place across the islands.
Vaccinated:
You must have received both shots no less than 2 weeks prior to entry.
All vaccinated tourists need to per-register to get a rapid antigen test and
will cost $50 upon arrival at the port. You must present a negative
COVID-19 PCR test result taken within 5 days of arrival and show proof of
vaccination. You must also have travel insurance that covers COVID-19
medical costs, medical repatriation, and quarantine costs. There will be
no other tests or quarantine.
If you are a day tripper, you will need to presents a negative rapid antigen
or RT-PCR test completed between 24-48 hours before arrival and show proof of
vaccination.
Partially Vaccinated:
All partially vaccinated tourists must fill out and upload a negative COVID-19
RT-PCR test result taken within 3-5 days of arrival to the
BVI Gateway Portal. You will take another test upon arrival. When you arrive, you
will need to show proof of travel insurance (covering COVID-19 medical costs,
medical repatriation, and quarantine costs), vaccination card, BVI Gateway
approval, and
approval for quarantine. You will then need to quarantine for four days and be retested at the end
of the quarantine.
Unvaccinated:
All unvaccinated tourists must fill out and upload a negative COVID-19 RT-PCR
test result taken within 3-5 days of arrival to the
BVI Gateway Portal. You will take another test upon arrival. When you arrive, you
will need to show proof of travel insurance (covering COVID-19 medical costs,
medical repatriation, and quarantine costs), BVI Gateway approval, and
approval for quarantine. You will then need to quarantine for seven days and be retested at the end
of the quarantine.
Level 4: Do Not Travel
The southeastern European country of Bulgaria has opened its borders to
tourist once again and has a few options to fulfill their requirements.
To enter you can either provide proof of full vaccination, evidence of
recovering from COVID within the past six months, or a negative PCR test taken
up to 72 hours before arrival or negative antigen test up to 48 hours before
arrival. Masks and social distancing is mandated and those that are not
in compliance can be fined or arrested.
Level 3: Reconsider Travel
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Cabo Verde, an island nation of the north western coast of Africa, is now open
for tourism.
Travelers entering Cabo Verde must present results of a negative COVID-19
PCR-RT test that was administered within 72 hours or a negative antigen test
taken within 48 hours of depatrure. Upon arrival in Cabo Verde,
travelers will have their temperature checked and must submit a completed
health questionnaire.
Face masks are mandatory in all public places, including sidewalks and roads,
when around people that are not from your household. Anyone in violation
of the law may be subject to a fine up to $165.
Colombia
Level 3: Reconsider Travel
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Catedral Primada, Bogota
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Colombia is now accepting visitors once again.
There is no longer a requirement for a COVID-19 test to enter
Colombia, nor will you need to quarantine. There are nightly
curfews that change depending on the city you are in. They can
start anytime between 6 pm and midnight and last until 5 am.
Level 4: Do Not Travel
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Cloud Rainforest at La Paz Gardens, Costa Rica |
The lush Central American country of Costa Rica is now open and is allowing
tourist from all countries around the world. They have also waved their
requirement of COVID-19 testing, meaning you will not need to be tested before
arrival.
Costa Rica has continued their requirement that all tourist must also fill out
a Health Pass form online within 72 hours of departure. Vaccinated
tourist will only need to upload their vaccination certificate, but
unvacinated tourists will need to show proof of travel insurance or purchase
it from a Costa Rican insurance company upon arrival. Tourists must
request a certification from their insurance company stating that their policy
is effective in Costa Rica, covers at least $50,000 of COVID-19 medical
expenses, and provides at least $2,000 of lodging expenses due to COVID-19.
Mask are also mandatory in all public areas.
Level 3: Reconsider Travel
U.S. citizens can currently travel to Côte d’Ivoire (Ivory Coast), but will
need a COVID-19 test prior to arriving and departure.
All arriving passengers must have a negative COVID-19 PCR test results dated
no more than 3 days before their arrival date. They will also need to
present a negative COVID-19 PCR test results dated no more than 5 days before
their departure.
Level 4: Do Not Travel
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| Dubrovnik, Croatia |
Croatia, after re-closing their border, has again opened their country to
American tourists.
To visit this eastern European country you must first provide documentation
that you have paid for accommendation and fill out an arrival form online in
advance of arriving. You must also either provide proof of full
vaccination, evidence of recovering from COVID within the past six months, or
a negative PCR test taken up to 72 hours before arrival or negtive anitgen
test no older than 48 hours of arrival. You then must take a rapid
antigen test upon arrival.
Level 4: Do Not Travel
Curaçao has opened its borders to Americans once again, as long as they
complete four easy steps.
You will first need to complete the digital immigration card online before
departure. Then fill out the Passenger Locator Card online within 48
hours of departure and keep a printed copy with you. You will need to
present a negative COVID-19 PCR-test taken within 48 hours of departure or an
antigen test taken within 24 hours before departure; with the results uploaded
to your account. Lastly, you will need to take an antigen test on the
3rd day of your trip.
Level 3: Reconsider Travel
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| Ancient theater in Kourion, Cyprus |
The Mediterranean island nation of Cyprus has opened its historic land to U.S.
travelers as long as they have the correct documentation.
All travelers will need to obtain a
Flight Pass online 48 hours prior to departure. Vaccinated travelers
will need to upload proof of vaccination as part of the Flight Pass, but
they will not need to test either prior to departure or at arrival.
Unvaccinated travelers will need to upload negative results from a COVID-19
PCR test taken within 72 hours of departure. They will then have to
take another test upon arrival at their own expense ($35). Due to the
screening process at the airport, anyone may be asked to take a COVID-19
test.
Level 4: Do Not Travel
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The Central African country of Democratic Republic of Congo has reopened
their borders once again, but not without the necessity of a series of
COVID-19 test during your stay.
All visitors must arrive with
proof of a negative COVID-19 test from within 3 days of their departure.
Upon arrival, all travelers must submit to another test at their cost ($45)
and quarantine until the results are ready (usually within 24 hours).
Visitors should register and pay for the test before departure. When
leaving the Congo, visitors must present a negative COVID-19 test from the
INRB or a laboratory approved by the Ministry of Health, taken within 3 days
of departure. The cost of this test is $30.
There is currently a curfew in place from 11pm to 4am. There is no
interstate travel restrictions at this time, but you will need to show proof
of a negative COVID test taken within 7 days of travel.
Level 3: Reconsider Travel
Denmark will let American tourists visit, but only if you have been vaccinated
14 days before departure. No test or quarantine required. Those
that are not vaccinated may not enter.
Level 3: Reconsider Travel
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| Lake Assal, Djibouti |
The Eastern African country of Djibouti is open once again for tourism as long as you acquire an eVisa in
advance of travel.
To enter
the country tourists must have a certificate confirming a negative COVID-19
test within 72 hours of boarding their Djibouti bound flight. The certificate must also not be issued more than 120 hours prior to
their arrival in Djibouti. Upon arrival, tourists will be tested again
with a saliva test. The cost of the test is $30.
Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution
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The Dominican Republic is open for tourism, but has recently changed their
requirements for entry. Americans wishing to visit this island nation no
longer need to show proof of a negative COVID-19 PCR test. Instead,
authorities will administer a breath test to between 3% and 10% of
passengers.
To make things easier, the Dominican Republic has created an electroninc
entry and exit form to be filled out within 72 hours of arrival. This
form has combined all of the previous forms from before and will give you a
QR code for up to you and 6 family members.
Level 3: Reconsider Travel
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The Galapagos Green Turtle Photos Courtesy: Pete Oxford |
Americans can now travel to Ecuador without quarantine, as long as you
meet one of the requirements.
You must either provide proof of full vaccination or a negative RT-PCR
test taken within 3 days before arrival.
For those wanting to visit the Galapagos Islands the requirements are
much more stringent. All visitors must first arrive in Ecuador and
present proof of full vaccination or a negative PCR test taken within 72 hours of arrival. This can be
the same test used to enter Ecuador.
Level 3: Reconsider Travel
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Photos Courtesy: ArcGIS StoryMaps |
Travel to Egypt is now fully open. Passengers must provide results of
a negative COVID-19 test with a QR code taken within 72 hours of
departure.
Visitors must also practice physical distancing, hygiene, and mask-wearing in all public spaces.
Level 3: Reconsider Travel
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El Tazumal, El Salvador |
The Central American country of El Salvador has finally opened up to
tourists again.
Tourists must have an
an original negative PCR test result issued within 72 hours of
departure. If you are fully vaccinated you will need to bring proof of
vaccination, will not need to have a COVID-19 test to enter. Masks are
also mandatory in all public areas.
Level 4: Do Not Travel
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Alexander Nevsky Cathedral in Tallinn, Estonia Photos Courtesy: Gettyimages |
The northern European country of Estonia has opened its borders to
vaccinated visitors with very few other requirements.
Vaccinated visitors will need to fill out an online Traveller's
Questionaire within 72 hours of arrival. There are no tests or
quarantine required. Those that are not vaccinated are not
invited.
Level 3: Reconsider Travel
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| Eiffel Tower in Paris, France |
Have you ever dreamed of seeing the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre, or
Versailles? Well, if you are vaccinated, now you can.
Any vaccinated tourist can visit France with proof of vaccination and a
signed sworn declaration that can be downloaded from the ministry's
website.
Level 4: Do Not Travel
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French Polynesia, think Bora Bora and Tahiti, has reopened its borders for
only vaccinated U.S. citizens.
Before arrival, tourists will also need to fill out an online health form
within 30 - 6 days before arrival and present their receipt when they
arrive. Vaccinated tourist will need to provide a negative COVID-19
RT-PCR test taken 72 hours or an negative anitgen test 48 houre before
departure. Vaccinated tourists will need to provide proof of vaccination
and present a printed and signed copy of the Sworn Statement. In
addition to this, tourists are obligated to take an antigen test upon
arrival.
There are also currently stronger than normal restrictions in place, including
curfews.
Level 3: Reconsider Travel
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Loango National Park, Gabon Photos Courtesy: Oleg Puchkov/Shutterstock |
Gabon has resumed international flights and tourism.
The requirements for entry into Gabon have increased. Travelers will
need to submit a negative COVID-19 PCR test taken within 72 hours before
departure. They will then need to take an additional COVID-19 PCR test
upon arrival at their personal cost ($36).
While in Gabon, tourist must wear a mask, practice social distancing, and
practice good hygiene while in public. There is also a curfew from 9pm -
5am. For intercity and interstate travel, you must provide a negative
test result taken within 14 days of travel.
Level 3: Reconsider Travel
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| Gambia River |
Gambia, with its rich wildlife and sandy beaches, has opened its borders once
again for tourists.
Tourists must provide proof of a negative COVID-19 PCR test taken no more than
72 hours prior to arrival. They will also be subject to another rapid test
upon arrival. If these are both negative, then you are free to travel
without quarantine.
Level 4: Do Not Travel
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| The cave monastery of Vardzia, Georgia. |
Georgia, at the intersection of Europe and Asia, is now open to tourism.
The requirements on entry depend on if you are vaccinated or not.
Vaccinated travelers:
Travelers that are vaccinated can enter with
no restrictions if they are arriving by air and present a COVID-19 vaccine
certificate. If arriving by sea or land, they will need to present both
their vaccination certificate and a negative PCR test taken within 72 hours of
arrival.
Unvaccinated travelers:
Travelers that are not
vaccinated must fill out an online application form before departure.
They must also present a negative PCR test taken within 72 hours of
arrival. They will then need to get a follow-
up PCR test at their
own expense on the third day.
Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution
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Larabanga Mosque, Ghana |
The West African country of Ghana is now open for tourism.
Tourist will need to provide a negative PCR test result taken no within 72
hours prior to departure. Upon arrival, each traveler age five and over
must undergo a COVID-19 test conducted at the airport. The test carries
a $150 fee per person (must be payed online prior to boarding) and the results
take about 30 minutes to finalize.
Level 4: Do Not Travel
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| The Acropolis in Athens, Greece. |
The historic country of Greece is ope for tourism to all Americans, with
differing requirements depending on vaccination status.
All travelers will need to fill out the Passenger Location Form online 48
hours before arrival. Unvaccinated travelers will need present a
negative COVID-19 PCR test taken within 72 hours or a negative antigen test
taken 48 hours before arrival. Fully vaccinated travelers will only need
to present proof of vaccination.
Level 4: Do Not Travel
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Guatemala has now reopened it's borders.
Visitors must either present a negative COVID-19 PCR test result issued no
earlier than 72 hours prior to arrival, proof that they have completed the
COVID-19 vaccine at least two weeks before arrival, or proof of recovery from
COVID-19 within three months of arrival.
Level 4: Do Not Travel
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| Kaieteur Falls in Guyana. |
The lush South American country of Guyana is known for its amazing
biodiversity and raw landscape. They have opened for tourism, but
only for those that are vaccinated.
Anyone entering Guyana must submit the results of a negative COVID-19
PCR test taken within 72 hours of departure and upload it, along with their
vaccination certification, via the online Passenger Locator Form at least 24
hours before arrival. If you arrive with a test older than 72 hours, you
must re-test at the airport at your own expense ($85) and quaranting at your
hotel until the resilts are finalized (about 4-6 hours).
There is currently a curfew in place from 10:30pm - 4am.
Level 4: Do Not Travel
The beautiful tropical island of Haiti has opened its boarders and beaches to
all Americans.
Travelers must either present a negative COVID-19 PCR test result taken within
72 hours of departure or provide documentation of having recovered from
COVID-19 in the 90 days preceding travel. There is a curfew from 10 pm
to 5 am.
Honduras
Level 3: Reconsider Travel
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| Copan archeological site in Honduras |
Honduras is open for tourism with varying entry requirements for those that
are vaccinated or not.
All tourist must complete the immigration pre-check form, print the receipt, and carry it with them. For those that are vaccinated, you only need to bring your original vaccination card dated at least 14 days prior to arrival. For those that are not vaccinated, you must present a negative test result for a PCR or rapid test taken less than 72 hours before entry.
Masks are mandatory. There is currently a curfew from 10pm - 5am.
Iceland
Level 3: Reconsider Travel
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Aurora Borealis in Iceland Photos Courtesy: Victor Montol |
Iceland will let American tourists visit, but only if you have been vaccinated 14 days before departure. For travel to Iceland you must first pre-register to enteras well as have a negative PCR or antigen test taken within 72 hours of departure. Those that are not vaccinated may not enter.
Ireland
Level 4: Do Not Travel
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| Mount Massy House. County Cork, Ireland |
The emerald isle of Ireland has opened its borders once again to those outside
the EU. Like many countries, they have made it relatively easy to enter
for those that are vaccinated.
All tourist must fill out a
Passenger Locator Form online before traveling. For vaccinated tourists
or those that have proof of recovery in the past 180 days, they will only need
to upload the proof. No testing or quarantine needed. For
unvaccinated tourist, they will need to submit a negative RT-PCR test taken
within 72 hours of arrival and then self quarantine for 14 days.
Italy
Level 3: Reconsider Travel
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| Colosseum, Italy |
Italy, with all of its amazing historic sites, amazing vinyards, and delicious food, has re-opened its borders for tourists.
All tourist will need to fill out the Passenger Locator Form before
travel and have a negative COVID test taken within 72 hours of arrival.
Vaccinated tourist will need to upload their vaccination certificate and then
will be free to visit. Unvaccinated tourists will need to self isolate at the
address entered on their form for 5 days and then take a test at the end of
that period.
Level 4: Do Not Travel
Photos Courtesy: Jamaica Tourism Board
Travel to Jamaica is open for U.S citizens, but with differencing
restrictions.
All U.S. citizens are required to upload a negative COVID-19 (PCR, NAA, RNA)
or Antigen test results within 3 days of arrival. They are also required
to present the documentation upon arrival.
All arrivals must complete an online travel authorization documentation within
7 days of departure and maybe be subject to testing upon arrival. If
tested, you will be need to quarantine in your accommodation until the results
are ready (usually 48 hours).
Only hotels in the within the "resilient corridor (the coastline from Negril to Port Antonio)" are accepting
guests without a required quarantine. Guest who wish to stay outside
this zone will need to quarantine for 14 days. All guests must wear a
face mask at all times.
Level 3: Reconsider Travel
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| Petra, Jordon |
Home to the amazing ruins of Petra and landscape of the Wadi Rum, Jordan is now open to US travelers.
All travelers must provide a negative COVID-19 PCR test conducted 72 hours prior
to arrival. Those that are not vaccinated must take a
second PCR test upon arrival at their personal cost ($40). They
must also
registrar on the Gateway2Jordan platform and complete of a health form prior
to departure. Travelers must have valid health insurance that covers
COVID-19 treatment for the entire period of their visit.
Jordan has a nightly curfew that begins at 10 pm for commercial establishments
and 11 pm for individuals and ends at 6 am the next morning. Those found
in violation of the curfew will be fined $705 - $1400. A mask and social
distancing mandate is also in place. Those found in violation of the
mandate will be fined $28 - $70.
Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution
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Kenya has added the U.S. to the list of countries whose citizens are exempt
from quarantine upon arrival as long as they meet the
requirements.
Travelers are required to have a QR code for a completed Travelers Health
Surveillance Form that can be acquired online. All travelers must also have a negative COVID-19 PCR test taken withing 96
hours before departure. Any traveler that has a body temperature above
99.5°F or any flu-like symptoms will be quarantined.
Curfew is from 10 pm to 4 am for most of the country; 7pm - 4am for 13
'hotzones'.
Level 4: Do Not Travel
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| Iglesia San Juan-Kaneo in Kosovo |
Kosovo is still allowing Americans to enter its borders but with tighter
requirements. All visitors must present either a negative RT-PCR test taken within the last 72 hours of arrival, negative anitgen test taken within 48 hours, completed
vaccination certificate, or evidence that they have recovered from COVID no
less than 21 days and no more than 180 days prior. There is also
currently a curfew in place from 7:00pm - 5:00am. All travelers must wear a
face mask in all public places.
Level 4: Do Not Travel
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| Yurts in Altyn Arashan, Kyrgyzstan |
Kyrgyzstanhas reopened for American tourism. Visitors must either provide proof of a negative test taken no more than 72 hours before arrival or present their original vaccination card. There are also health screenings in place at airports, but there are no daily restrictions or curfews in place.
Level 4: Do Not Travel
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Temple of Bacchus |
Visitors must show negative results for a COVID-19 test taken in the previous
96 hours before and complete an online medical form before departure.
Upon arrival all passengers will be required to take another PCR test ($50 at
the visitors cost). It a visitor has proof that they have completed the
COVID-19 vaccine at least two weeks before arrival or proof of recovery from
COVID-19 within three months of arrival, they will only need to take the
COVID-19 test upon arrival.
Masks are also mandatory in all public places. Those caught without
masks in public places will be fined $33.
Level 3: Reconsider Travel
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| Mount Nimba, Liberia |
American tourist can again travel to Liberia on vacation. Tourists must
present a negative COVID-19 test result upon arrival, as well as submit to a
second test at the airport at the tourists cost ($75). There is no
curfew or quarantine at this time.
Level 4: Do Not Travel
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One of the most desirable island destinations in the world, the Maldives, is
now open for international tourists. All
resorts, live-aboard vessels, hotels located on uninhabited islands and
many hotels on inhabited islands are open.
Visitors are required to show proof of a negative Nucleic PCR COVID-19 test
96 hours prior to departure.
Visitors will also need to complete a health declaration 24 hours before
arrival and have booked their accommodations in advance.
Level 3: Reconsider Travel
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| Valletta, Malta |
Malta, home to the oldest megaliths in the world, Roman and Templar
architecture, and WWII historical sites, is now open to non-European tourist
once again.
Vaccinated tourists will need to fill out digital Passenger Locator Form
and submit proof of full vaccination. Unvaccinated tourists are still
unable to visit without a long quarantine.
Level 4: Do Not Travel
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Sainte Anne beach in Martinique Photos Courtesy: Gettyimages |
The French West Indies island of Martinique is now open for tourism.
All tourist must show proof of a negative PCR test taken within 72 hours of
arrival or an antigen test taken within 48 hours. Fully vaccinated
tourists will not need to quarantine if they show proof of
vaccination. Unvaccinated tourists will need to self quarantine for 7
days.
Level 3: Reconsider Travel
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San Miguel de Allende |
Though the land border between the United States and Mexico remains closed,
US travelers can now fly to Mexico. No testing is required to required
to enter, but travelers should expect temperature checks and other additional screenings upon arrival.
Would be travelers should check info on the locations they wish to visit
before planing their trip. Some tourist states have reopened with
reduced capacity, while others are open only for essential services.
Level 4: Do Not Travel
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| Condrita Monastery, Moldova |
The Eastern European country of Moldova has has re-opend its borders to
prospective travelers. Travelers can visit their delicious vineyards
and historic towns
as long as they present one of the following options: a negative
coronavirus test taken no more than 72 hours before departure, negative
antigen test taken within 48 hours, complete vaccination certificate valid
after 14 days, antibodies certificate no older than 90 days, or a medical
certificate attesting to COVID recovery within the past 6 months.
Level 4: Do Not Travel
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Kotor, Montenegro Photos Courtesy: Getty Images |
Tourist from the United States are now allowed to visit Montenegro
again.
Tourist must either provide proof of full vaccination, a negative PCR test taken up to 72 hours before arrival or a negative anitgen test no older than 48 hours. While in Montenegro, face masks must be worn at all times both indoors and outside. There are also a number of restrictive measures on group sizes and operating hours.
Level 3: Reconsider Travel
This North Africa country is again open to US travelers as long as they have a reservation with a Moroccan hotel or travel
agency.
Travelers must have eithera vaccination certificate or a negative result of a COVID-19 PCR test taken within 48 hours of arrival, with printed results to present on arrival. You will also need to submit to health screenings upon arrival. There is a curfew from 11 pm to 5 am.
Travelers must have eithera vaccination certificate or a negative result of a COVID-19 PCR test taken within 48 hours of arrival, with printed results to present on arrival. You will also need to submit to health screenings upon arrival. There is a curfew from 11 pm to 5 am.
Level 3: Reconsider Travel
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| Wimbe Beach in Pemba Town, Mozambique |
Mozambique has reopened to American visitors as long as they have met the
required qualifications. Visas are available on arrival at the airport as long
as you provide a return ticket and a hotel booking for your stay. You
will also need to present a negative COVID-19 PCR test taken within 72 hours
of departure. Masks or face shields are required. There’s a curfew but hours
vary by area.
Level 3: Reconsider Travel
The desert nation of Namibia is once again accepting tourists.
U.S.
tourists will need to present a negative COVID-19 PCR test result taken within
7 days of departure. Tourists should expect health screenings upon
arrival and masks are mandatory in public.
Non-compliance with
Namibian Government regulations on COVID-19 will result in fines of $132.
A
curfew is in place between 10:00 pm and 4:00 am daily.
Nepal
Level
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| Khumbu Valley, Solukhumbu, Nepal |
The Himmalayan country of Napal has re-opened for those that are fully vaccinated. If you plan on mountaineering make sure that you have your permits ready upon arrival.
Fully Vaccinated tourist will need to show proof of vaccination, submit
a negative PCR test taken within 72 hours of arrival, proof of a hotel and any
trekking permits, a printed copy of the International Traveler Arrival Form.
Those that are unvaccinated will need to do the same, but will have to also
quarantine upon arrival for 10 days and take a covid test on the 11th day.
Nicaragua
Level 4: Do Not Travel
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Laguna de Apoyo, Nicaragua |
Nicaragua never really closed their borders to the rest of the world,
but their requirements to enter during the pandemic, till recently, were
unclear.
Travelers will need to present a negative COVID-19
test result and undergo health screenings upon arrival.
Level 4: Do Not Travel
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St John at Kaneo church in Ohrid, North Macedonia Photos Courtesy: Shutterstock |
North Macedonia has been open for tourism, but has recently added
requirements.
To enter the country you must provide one of the following: a completed
vaccination certificate, a negative PCR test taken within 72 hours of
departure, negative antigen test taken within 48 hours, or a a certificate of
recovery from COVID isseued within 45 days. All passengers will be
scanned by thermal cameras upon arrival. Masks are required in closed
public spaces.
Level 3: Reconsider Travel
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| Badshahi Mosque, Lahore, Pakistan |
Pakistan has reopened to American tourists and has made it relatively
easy to enter.
American tourists must provide a certificate of negative COVID-19 RT-PCR test taken within 72 hours of the travel date. Tourists must also download the
PassTrack app and submit the mandatory health screening information within
48 hours of arriving in Pakistan. After arrival, tourists must also
undergo health screening by officials.
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Zapatilla, Panama
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As of October 12, Panama is open to all travelers.
All travelers will be required to present a negative COVID-19 PCR or antigen
test taken no more than 48 hours prior to their arrival. Prior to
check-in, travelers must also complete an Electronic Affidavit stating that
they will comply with all sanitary control measure, provide travel
information, and confirm that they have not been exposed to COVID-19 within
the last fourteen days.
Vaccinated travelers must also provide proof of completed vaccination over 14
days old. Unvaccinated travelers will also need to provide a negative
PCR or antigen test taken within 72 hours of departure. All travelers
must also submit to a temperature check upon arrival. They should also
expect to submit to temperature checks at all businesses and possibly random
rapid testing by the Ministry of Health.
Face masks are also mandatory in all public spaces. Panama has a daily
curfew is in effect from 1:00 a.m. to 4:00 a.m.in the San Carlos and Colon
districts.
Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions
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Misión Trinidad, Paraguay Photos Courtesy: Shutterstock |
The landlocked South American country of Paraguay has opened again to American tourists.
Those entering Paraguay must present a negative COVID-19 test taken no
more than 72 hours prior to entering the country or an antibody tests
taken within 24 hours.
Those that have had COVID-19 in the last 14-90 days may enter with
documentation and without a current test.
Visitors must complete the health card online, at the Ministry of Health's
website, within 24 hours of departure. Once complete, visitors should
print out the receipt to show at departure and arrival. All visitors
must also show proof of travel insurance that covers
COVID-19.
Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution
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Machu Picchu in Cusco, Peru Photos Courtesy: Getty Images |
Peru has reopened their borders without a quarantine, but their requirements
for entry are changing regularly.
Currently, all tourists must have either proof of vaccination or a negative
COVID-19 molecular (RT-PCR),test taken no more than 72 hours of
departure. Like all other airports, there will be health screenings upon
arrival.
Face masks in public places is mandatory and social distancing measures must
be respected. There is currently also a national curfew in effect
from 12:00 a.m. to 4:00 a.m. daily.
Poland
Level 3: Reconsider Travel
Level 3: Reconsider Travel
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| Castillo San Felipe del Morro in Puerto Rico |
Puerto Rico is open for tourism with capacity restrictions.
Travelers must have evidence of a negative molecular COVID-19 test taken no
more than 72 hours before arrival and complete an online travel declaration
form. Fully vaccinated travelers can upload proof of vaccination instead
of a negative test. Face masks are mandatory on the island and all
businesses are open at a low capacity.
Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution
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Photos Courtesy: Brent Stirton/Getty Images |
Rwanda has now reopened to all international flights.
All tourist will need to present a negative COVID-19 RT-PCR performed within
72 hours of departure. They will then need to take another test upon
arrival at their own cost ($50) and await the results in their accommodation
(24 hours).
Before visiting any of the national parks, tourist will need to complete a
guest registration and indemnity form and submit the form electronically to
the park. To visit an park you must also present a negative COVID-19
RT-PCR performed within 72 hours arriving at the park.
Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions
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The tiny carribean island of Saba is open for visitors. This island
might be small in size, but it is renown for its surrounding marine
park. If your into diving or snorkling, this is a dimond.
All tourists will need to fill out thier EHAS form at least 24 hours prior to
arrival as well as have a negative PCR test taken within 72 hours of arrival
or a rapid antigen test taken within 48 hours. Those tahat are
vaccinated will have no quarantine, but unvaccinated tourists will have to
quarantine for 5 days.
Level 3: Reconsider Travel
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| Photos Courtesy: Roca Belo Monte |
The island nation of Sao Tome and Principe is again open for
tourism.
All tourist must present a negative COVID-19 PCR test result taken withing 5
days of arrival. Upon arrival, tourist will be subject to health
screening measures and another rapid COVID-19 test at their cost ($36).
Masks are required in all public spaces and everyone is required wash hands at
the entrance of all buildings. A curfew is in place in the capital
of Libreville from 9:00 pm to 5:00 am.
Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions
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Grand Magal of Touba |
Senegal is one more African country that has added itself to the list.
Level 4: Do Not Travel
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Kalemegdan Fortress Photos Courtesy: 4se |
Serbia have strengthened their COVID-19 related restrictions, but are still
allowing Americans to enter the country. Visitors must provide a
negative PCR test taken within 48 hours of arrival or proof of recovery at
least 14 days and no more than 6 months prior to arrival.
In Serbia, masks are required in all locations and there is a ban on public
gatherings of more than 10 people.
Level 4: Do Not Travel
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| Grande Soeur, Seychelles |
These picture perfect group of islands off the east coast of Africa has opened
its doors to all travelers who have received both doses of the COVID-19
vaccine.
Travelers must show proof of vaccination as well as proof of a negative
coronavirus test taken no more than 72 hours before traveling and valid
travel health insurance to cover potential COVID-19 related costs. There
is no quarantine or curfew, but masks and social distancing are
mandated.
Level 3: Reconsider Travel
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| Templo de la Sagrada Família, Barcelona. |
Spain has added itself to the few countries that are allowing American
tourist to enter their country without a quarantine. Vaccinated
tourist can enter the country without a COVID-19 test if they provide
proof of vaccination prior to 14 days of arrival and obtain a QR code through the online Spain Travel Health portal. Unvaccinated
tourist will not be allowed to enter.
Level 4: Do Not Travel
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| Photo Courtesy: Saint Barthelemy Tourism Committee |
Saint Barthelemy (St. Barths) is now open, but with a few caveats.
Fully vaccinated tourists will be able to visit provide a negative test result for COVID-19 within 72 hours before arrival. Travelers will also be required to complete a written statement explaining they have not had contact with an infected individual within two weeks of flying.
There are also, currently, no direct flights to St. Barths, so tourists
will need to transit through Antigua or Puerto Rico. Both airports
will require proof of a negative COVID-19 test.
Level 4: Do Not Travel
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| Photo Courtesy: Steve Heap/Shutterstock |
St. Maarten has reached Phase 4 of its reopening and is now available for U.S.
citizens.
Tourists must complete a Self Health Declaration Form online and must also
take a Nasal Swab COVID-19 PCR test within 72 hours prior to departure or
antigen test within 48 hours. Those that have a completed vaccination
certificate do not have to atke a covid test. In addition, travelers
must fill out a mandatory health authorization application prior to
departure.
Travelers will also be required to complete a written statement explaining
they have not had contact with an infected individual within two weeks of
flying.
There will be mandatory temperature checks upon arrival and all tourist must
have travel insurance.
Level 3: Reconsider Travel
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False Bay’s great white shark, South Africa Photos Courtesy: Alamy |
South Africa has reopened their borders under Alert Level 1, meaning they
have dropped all quarantine requirements.
To enter South Africa, visitors need to provide a negative COVID-19 PCR test within 72 hours of departure. Upon
arrival, all travelers will also be screened and those that
present symptoms will be required to quarantine.
All visitors are asked to install the COVID Alert South Africa mobile app for
monitoring. There is also a curfew from 12 pm until 4:00 am daily.
Like most all other countries, there is mandatory face masks and social
distancing in public places.
Level 4: Do Not Travel
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| Photo Courtesy: Nomad Africa |
Tanzania is officially open for tourism.
Tourist arriving in Tanzania are required to present a valid COVID-19
certificate within 96 hours before travel. Upon arrival, travelers with
signs and symptoms related to COVID-19 may undergo further testing. All passengers are also required to fill out a "health surveillance
form" 24 hours before arrival.
Level 3: Reconsider Travel
Tunisia offers ancient ruins, desert scenery and sunny Mediterranean
beaches and it is now open to American tourists.
Americans must show proof of a negative coronavirus test taken no more than
72 hours before arrival. Those that are vaccinated do not need to take
a COVID test prior to to arrival, nor will they be subject to a
quarantine. Unvaccinated tourists will have to quarantine for 7 days.
Level 4: Do Not Travel
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Hagia Sophia in Istanbul Photos Courtesy: Shutterstock |
Turkey requires all passengers to provide a negative COVID-19 PCR test taken
within 72 hours of their departure. Passengers will also be required to
fill out an entry form within 72 hours of their flights.
Similar to before travel restrictions, Americans will need to obtain an e-visa before traveling to Turkey.
Masks are required to be worn in public areas as well. There are
also daily curfews in place depending upon the activity.
Level 3: Reconsider Travel
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Photos Courtesy: Turks and Caicos Tourism Board |
Turks and Caicos is now welcoming visitors to its more than 40 small islands
as long as they are fully vaccinated.
In order to visit the islands, visitors need to present a negative COVID-19
test taken within 3 days of travel, have
insurance
that covers medevac, and complete a health screening questionnaire before
their departure.
Masks are required in all public places.
Level 3: Reconsider Travel
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Burj Al Arab, Dubai Photo Courtesy: Amanda Hall/FotoWare |
The UAE has opened its borders to international travel for Dubai, Abu Dhabi,
and Ras Al Khaimah.
For Dubai and Ras Al Khaimah, American's will need to register a ‘health declaration'
online before their trip, bring a negative COVID-19 PCR test taken within 72
hours of boarding, have
health insurance, and download their DXB app to be able to enter. Abu Dubai has much
more strict requirements. All arrivals must be fully vaccinated and present received a negative COVID-19 PCR test
within 30 days of arrival.
Level 3: Reconsider Travel
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| Hippo, Uganda |
Uganda, with its amazing national parks and wildlife refuges, is again
open to American travelers.
All travelers will need to apply for a visa online prior to departure. present a negative PCR COVID-19 test taken no more than 72 hours before departure. All arriving travelers will be subject to another PCR test unless fully vaccinated, as well as having their temperature taken and a general health screening. In addition to this, all travelers are required to present a negative PCR COVID-19 test taken no more than 120 hours before departure from Uganda as well. The test can be taken at an accredited facility or through the Ministry of Health. The cost of the test is $95.
Masks are mandatory in all public areas and there is a nationwide
curfew from 9:00pm - 6:00am daily.
Level 3: Reconsider Travel
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Kamianets-Podilskyi fortress, Ukraine Photo Courtesy: Ferad Zyulkyarov/Flickr |
Ukraine is open for to American tourist, but at a limited openings.
Results of a COVID-19 test are not required to enter Ukraine, but you
will have to take it upon arrival and quarantine for 48 hours while you
await the results. To avoid the quarantine you can
present a negative PCR COVID-19 test taken no more than 48 hours before
departure.
There is a requirement for all tourists to have travel insurance that
covers COVID-19 before entering the country. The insurance must
be through
a Ukraine-registered insurance company, a foreign insurance company
with an office in Ukraine, or a contractual partnership with one of
the Ukraine-registered insurance companies.
Level 3: Reconsider Travel
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| Trunk Bay, St. Thomas |
After closing their borders recently due to a spike in coronavirus, the
U.S. Virgin Islands has reopened to tourism once again.
Tourist must have a negative COVID-19 test (molecular/PCR/RT) received
within 3 days of departure
and providing their travel authorization certificate from the
USVI Travel Screening Portal. Upon arrival, all passengers will be subject to temperature
screenings and will need to either present a Health Screening receipt from
the online portal or fill out the form in-person. If you are fully
vaccinated and traveling from the US mainland, you will not need to be
tested prior to arrival.
All tourist must cover both their mouth and nose with a mask at all times
and adhere to social distancing guidelines. Those that do not will
be subject to a fine.
Level 4: Do Not Travel
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| Registan Square in Samarkand, Uzbekistan |
Americans can now visit the central Asian country of Uzbekistan. Tourists will need to provide proof of a negative COVID-19 test taken within 72 hours of
departure. Additional health screenings are in place at ports of entry but
there are no quarantine requirements.
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