For Americans eager to continue their traveling outside of the States, there
are a few countries beginning to open their borders to U.S. citizens.
With the United States being hit the hardest by the corona virus and the
uptick in cases ever growing, many countries are flat out saying 'No' to
American tourists. Many of those that have opened their borders have
done so with restrictions and requirements.
Additionally, the
State Department categorizes most nations as Level 3, or "reconsider
travel.""
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.)
(Updates October 12)
*Recent Countries Added: Belize, Panama.
*Recent Countries Updated: Belarus, Brazil, Costa Rica, French Polynesia, Guatemala, Morocco, Namibia.
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Photo Courtesy: Boletinpatron |
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 in public.
There is no pre-testing or quarantine necessary, but there will be
additional medical personnel at all points of entry (for temperature
tests). "Travelers should be prepared for travel restrictions to be put into
effect with little or no advance notice," says the U.S. Embassy.
Level 3: Reconsider Travel
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The Verandah in Antigua.
Photo Courtesy: Caribbean Journal
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US travelers to Antigua and Barbuda "arriving by air must present a
negative Covid-19 RT-PCR test result, taken within seven days of their
flight.
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. Arriving passengers will be monitored for periods of up to 14 days and may be required to undergo further testing for COVID-19. I further testing is necessary, travelers will need to limit their movements as instructed by the Quarantine Authority (approximately 96 hours).
Visitors must wear a mask in public or face a possible fine of $5,000 or up to 6 months in jail.
Level 3: Reconsider Travel
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Residents from
24 states
that are considered high risk must upload proof a negative COVID-19 test
within 72 hours of traveling and upload their results at least 12 hours before
departure. Americans from the states deemed at lower risk will also need
to submit a test within the same requirements, however, they 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.
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.
Level 3: Reconsider Travel
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Mir Castle, Belarus |
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Belarus is allowing U.S. travelers to enter with COVID-19 negative
certification. Travelers arriving in Belarus should be prepared for
temperature checks at airports.
Level 3: Reconsider 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
accomendations, register on Belize's Health App, and take a COVID-19 PCR
test within 72 hours of departure.
Once at the airport, tourists must pass through thermal imaging cameras,
and verify thier Health app and certified COVID-19 test results.
They must then check-in with the app daily during their stay.
Level 3: Reconsider 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 7
days of departure. Once they receive the results, and within 48 hours 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.
Upon arrival visitors will need to submit their negative test results, travel
authorization paperwork, and take another COVID-19 test at the airport.
After the airport testing, travelers will be quarantined at their
accommodation until the results are ready (about 6-8 hours).
During the stay in Bermuda, visitors will need to take their temperature twice
a day and submit the results online. They will also need to submit to
COVID-19 testing on day 4, 8, and 14 at one of the pop-up testing centers
around the island.
Visitors must also practice physical distancing, hygiene, and mask-wearing in
all public spaces.
Level 3: Reconsider Travel
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| Stari Most in Mostar |
Tourists must have a negative COVID-19 test (PCR) not older than 48 before arrival and are required to wear masks indoors, on public transportation, and in public areas when social distancing is not possible.
Level 4: Do Not Travel
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| Christ the Redeemer |
Brazil has reopened their borders for tourism. In this surprising move,
they have placed no testing or quarantine restrictions, even though they
remain the second worst country for corona virus cases.
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, but not for
everyone.
U.S. citizens from only
19 states and D.C. are currently allowed in (Oct 15: Florida, Georgia, Texas; Nov 1: all
states). For these select few, they must have a negative result of a
RT-PCR test taken within 72 hours of departure and bring a valid driver's
license or state ID to prove you are from one of the authorized states.
In addition to this, tourist must also fill out a Health Pass form online and
show proff of travel insurance or purchase it from National Insurance
Institute (INS) in Costa Rica. 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 manditory in all public areas.
Level 4: Do not travel
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Catedral Primada, Bogota
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Colombia is now accepting visitors once again.
Visitors must have proof of a negative PCR test result no more than 96
hours before arriving.
Level 3: Reconsider Travel
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Dubrovnik, Croatia Photos Courtesy: CroatiaWeek |
Ignoring the EU ban on Americans traveling to Europe, Croatia has begun
welcoming US tourists.
Incoming travelers must produce a negative COVID-19 PCR test taken less than 48 hours before arrival and it is necessary to present a confirmation of paid accommodation.
Level 4: Do Not Travel
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Santo Domingo, Domincan Republic Photos Courtesy: Dominican Republic Tourism Board |
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 aleatory breath test to between 3% and 10%
of passengers.
U.S. passengers will have to fill out a Health Affidavit to confirm they
have not had any corona virus symptoms within 72 hours of travel and will
have to submit to a temperature check upon arrival to the airport and their
hotel. Anyone that has a temperature over 100.6 F will have to be
tested and possibly isolated.
To further help stimulate tourism, the government will provide a
temporary, free travel assistance plan that provides COVID-19 coverage to
all tourists arriving on commercial flights and visiting a hotel.
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 they
bring a negative PCR test, no older than 10 days.
For those wanting to visit the Galapagos Islands the requirements are
much more stringent. All visitors must present a negative PCR test
taken withing 96 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 taken within 96 hours of departure. They must
also present paper copies of the test results upon arrival.
Before arriving visitors must acquire a visa from Egypt's online portal. All arriving passengers will also be subject to temperature checks, must fill out a Public Health Card, and must show proof of a health insurance policy valid in Egypt.
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. Masks are also mandatory in all public areas.
Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution
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French Polynesia, think Bora Bora and Tahiti, has reopened its borders for
U.S. citizens.
Tourist will need to provide a negative COVID-19 RT-PCR test taken 72 hours
before departure and present a reciept of their helth registration form before
arrival. In addition to this, tourists are obligated to carry out a
self-sampling surveillance test four days after arrival.
Additionally, all incoming tourists must provide proof of international
travel insurance
and wear face masks at all time while on the islands or risk a $875
fine.
Level 3: Reconsider Travel
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Loango National Park, Gabon Photos Courtesy: Oleg Puchkov/Shutterstock |
Gabon has resumed international flights and tourism.
There is very few requirements and restrictions for Gabon. Travelers
will be subject to health screening measures upon arrival. If they have a
tempurature over 100.4 they must quarantine until they are able to test
negative two times.
While in Gabon, tourist must wear a mask, practice social distancing, and
practice good hygiene while in public. There is also a curfew from 8pm -
5am.
Level 3: Reconsider Travel
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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 and the results take about 30 minutes to
finalize.
Level 3: Reconsider Travel
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Guatemala has now reopened it's borders.
Visitors must present a negative COVID-19 PCR test result issued no earlier
than 72 hours prior to arrival.
Level 4: Do Not Travel
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Copan, Honduras Photos Courtesy: Adal-Honduras |
Tourist may now visit Honduras again. Tourist will need to present a
medical certificate with a negative COVID-19 result issued withing 72 hours of
arrival. They must also complete an online Health Form before
departure.
Level 3: Reconsider 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 test result
from a College of American Pathologists (CAP) accredited medical
laboratory within 10 days of arrival. They are also required to present
the documentation upon arrival.
All arrivals must complete an online travel authorization documentation five
days before departure and are 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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Kenya has added the U.S. to the list of countries whos citizens are exempt
from quarantine upon arrival - mostly. U.S. citizens coming from
California, Florida, and Texas will not be exempt and will be required to
quarantine.
All travelers must have a negative COVID-19 PCR test taken withing 96 hours
before departure. They must also not have a body temperature above
99.5°F or any flu-like symptoms.
Level 4: Do Not Travel
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Photos Courtesy: DMC Balkans
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No testing or quarantine is required for travelers arriving in
Kosovo. All travelers must wear a face mask in all public
places.
Level 3: Reconsider 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 and stay
in their hotel until the results are finalized (could be up to 48
hours).
Level 3: Reconsider Travel
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Photos Courtesy: Shutterstock
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One of the most desirable island destinations in the world, the Maldives, is
now open for international tourists. All
resorts, liveaboard vessels, hotels located on uninhabited islands and many
hotels on inhabited islands are open.
Visitors are required to show proof of a negative COVID-19 PCR test that was taken
no more than 72 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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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 3: Reconsider 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 have a negative PCR test or a positive coronavirus antibody test result of the IgG class obtained by ELISA serologic test within 72 hours of arrival. 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 complete a PCR test less than 72 hours before arrival, with printed results to present on arrival. You will also need to submit to health screenings upon arrival.
Travelers must complete a PCR test less than 72 hours before arrival, with printed results to present on arrival. You will also need to submit to health screenings upon arrival.
Domestic travel is prohibited to and from several cities (Berrechid,
Casablanca, Fes, Marrakech, Meknes, Settat, Tangier, and Tetouan), however, a
hotel reservation is considered a sufficient reason to obtain a travel
authorization letter.
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 72 hours of departure and have pre-booked accomendation. Upon day five tourists will need to be available for swabbing and available again on day seven to recieve their results.
Tourists should expect health screenings upon arrival. There is also a curfew in place from 10:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m. daily.
Nicaragua
Level 3: Reconsider 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 3: Reconsider Travel
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St John at Kaneo church in Ohrid, North Macedonia Photos Courtesy: Shutterstock |
There are no requirements for a Covid-19 testing or self-isolation for North
Macedonia.
All passangers will be scaned by thermal cameras upon arrival. Masks are
required in closed public spaces.
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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.
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.
Level 3: Reconsider Travel
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Castillo San Felipe del Morro Photos Courtesy: Puerto Rico Tourism Board |
Puerto Rico is open for tourism with capacity restrictions and island wide
curfew from 10pm - 5am (further curfews depending upon activities).
Travelers must have evidence of a negative test taken no more than 72 hours
before arrival and complete an online travel declaration form. Face
masks are mandatory on the island.
Level 3: Reconsider Travel
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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
120 hours of departure. They will then need to take another test upon
arrival await the results in their accomendation (this usally takes 8-24
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.
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 72
hours of arrival. Upon arrival, tourist will be subject to health
screening measures and anyone with a temperature over 100.4 will be subject to
a rapid COVID-19 test and be quarantined until the results are recieved.
Masks are required in all public spaces and everyone is required wash hands at
the entrance of all buildings.
Level 3: Reconsider Travel
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Grand Magal of Touba |
Senegal is one more African country that has added itself to the list.
Level 3: Reconsider Travel
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Kalemegdan Fortress Photos Courtesy: 4se |
Serbia has lifted all COVID-19 related restrictions and is now allowing
Americans to enter the country. This means no testing or quarantine
needed.
In Serbia, masks are required in all locations and there is a ban on public
gatherings of more than 10 people.
Level 3: Reconsider Travel
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| Photo Courtesy: Saint Barthelemy Tourism Committee |
Saint Barthelemy (St. Barths) is now open, but with a few caveats.
Tourists will need to prove that they have tested negative for COVID-19 within 72 hours before arrival. If they stay for longer than seven days, they will have to take an additional test on day eight at a cost of $150.
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 2: Exercise Increased Caution
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| Photo Courtesy: Simon Dannhauer/iStock |
The beautiful island nation of Saint Lucia reopened for US travelers.
Travelers are required to obtain a negative COVID-19 test within seven days
before their arrival. Travelers also have to complete a pre-arrival
registration form three days before arrival and undergo a temperature check
when they arrive.
All travelers must have confirmed reservations at a Covid-19 certified
accommodations for the duration of their stay. Masks are required in
public.
Level 3: Reconsider 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, 120 hours before
arrival. They must also take a Nasal Swab COVID-19 PCR test within 72
hours before arrival. No other test will be accepted.
There will be mandatory temperature checks upon arrival and all tourist must
have travel insurance. I recommend using
World Nomads
travel insurance.
Level 3: Reconsider Travel
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Tanzania is officially open for tourism.
Tourist arriving in Tanzania are required to present a valid COVID-19
certificate within 72 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" upon arrival.
Level 3: Reconsider Travel
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Hagia Sophia in Istanbul Photos Courtesy: Shutterstock |
There are currently no restrictions for US citizens traveling to Turkey,
although passengers must complete an information form and will be checked
scanned by a thermal camera upon arrival.
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.
Masks are required to be worn in public areas as well.
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.
In order to visit the islands, visitors need to present a negative COVID-19
test taken within five 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 96
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 present a negative COVID-19 PCR test or negative laser blood test with
results received within 48 hours of arrival. If staying for more
than six days, you will are required to take an additional COVID-19 PCR test
on the sixth day. Travelers arriving into Abu Dhabi are required to
wear a GPS bracelet for 14 days.
Level 3: Reconsider Travel
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Victoria Falls Photo Courtesy: Photo Courtesy: VCG |
Zambia is open for tourism and has very easy requirements to enter.
Upon arrival you will need to submit to a thermal scanner to check your
temperature, as well as, complete a travel health questionnaire.
Tourist will also need to show proof a negative COVID-19 test result taken
within the past 14 days and continue to monitor themselves for 14 days
while in Zambia.
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