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It won't be long before the sunny days of summer fade and winter begins to set in across America. This year more than ever, cabin fever is going to be a reality as Americans deal with social distancing and isolation caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Planning a winter trip could keep your spirits high so here at Travel Off Path we have compiled all the Caribbean countries that are open for Americans tourists this winter!
Countries in the Caribbean Open For Americans
Antigua and Barbuda
Antigua and Barbuda officially reopened to American tourists on June 4th.
Entry Requirements For American Visitors include:
- A negative PCR covid test is required for Americans to enter Antigua and Barbuda. The test needs to be taken no longer than 7 days from departure.
- Testing will be done upon arrival to all incoming passengers. The test will take 15 minutes to administer and could take 24-96 hours for results. Travelers must limit movement while they await test results.
Read all the entry requirements and health protocols for traveling to Antigua and Barbuda
Aruba
The Government of Aruba has announced the country has officially reopened its borders for American Tourists.
Entry Requirements for Americans include:
- Travelers are required to complete an online immigration (ED) card prior to travel
- Travelers are required to purchase mandatory COVID-19 health insurance prior to travel
- A negative COVID-19 PCR test taken within 72 hours of arrival is required for entry
- Travelers are required to upload their negative COVID-19 PCR test results to their online ED card prior to travel
- Some states have different entry requirements. Look up information on your state.
Read all the entry requirements and health protocols for traveling to Aruba
Bahamas
The Bahamas is now open for American tourists but has strict entry requirements.
Entry Requirements for Americans include:
1– Travel Health Certificate: All passengers must apply for a Travel Health Certificate before traveling.
2– PCR Test: All travelers must take a PCR test and upload the negative results within 5 days prior of arrival.
The PCR test for Americans must be taken ONLY at an accredited lab from the CDC.
3- 14-day Quarantine:
All visitors and returning residents are required to quarantine for 14 days upon arrival into The Bahamas. Quarantine can occur in one of the following:
- A private residence or rented accommodation (like AirBnB)
- A hotel or private club where the person can quarantine in an unoccupied bedroom with its own connected bathroom.
- A private boat.
See the all of the details on the Bahamas Reopening and entry requirements.
Barbados
Barbados officially reopened for American tourists as of July 1, 2020.
All travellers are required to complete the online Immigration and Customs Form at least 72 hours prior to your arrival in Barbados.
Tourists coming from the United States must:
- Bring a negative PCR test within 72 hours of departure
- If the test is not validated or the health screening brings doubt, another test will be given upon arrival. The passenger must await results at the airport or a government facility.
- After leaving the airport, the passenger will be quarantined for 14 days at a designated holding hotel or approved villa at their own expense (or government facility for free) and will be monitored daily for symptoms.
- On day 5-7 of the 14 day quarantine, the passenger can take another PCR test and will be released from quarantine if negative.
See the complete details on Barbados Reopening and all entry requirements.
Belize
Belize will officially begin reopening its borders for American tourists on October 1st, 2020.
American travelers will need to follow the below entry requirements:
- Travelers must book flights and hotel
- Hotel will inform traveler that the Belize Health app must be downloaded
- Complete all required information on health app
- Travelers are encouraged to take a COVID PCR test within 72 hours of travel for fast track at airport
- Passengers who do not bring a negative test will be tested at the airport at the travelers own cost
- Passengers who test positive will face a 14 day quarantine
- Passengers who are negative will be allowed instant access to Belize as long as they are not showing symptoms of Covid-19
See all of the information on Belize Reopening for American tourists
Bermuda
While Bermuda is technically in the Atlantic Ocean, many American travelers associate it with the Caribbean, so we are going to include it anyway.
Bermuda reopened for American visitors on July 1st, 2020.
American travelers will need to follow the below entry requirements:
- Obtain a certified negative PCR COVID-19 test within 72 hours of departure
- Ensure they have appropriate health insurance
Read all entry requirements and health protocols for traveling to Bermuda
Cayman Islands
The Cayman Islands will open for Americans looking to book winter vacations starting October 1st, 2020.
American travelers will need to follow the below entry requirements:
- All travelers must present a negative coronavirus test completed within 72 hours before entering the country.
- Once travelers depart their planes, they will be required to self-quarantine for five days and present a second negative test before being permitted to freely roam the tropical paradise
- All travelers will wear a health monitoring device for continuous screening while in the Cayman Islands.
Read all entry requirements and health protocols for traveling to the Cayman Islands
Dominican Republic
The Dominican Republic will be one of the easiest countries for Americans to visit this winter!
The only requirement for American travelers is to follow health protocols on the island that include the use of masks and mandatory curfews starting at 10:00 pm daily.
Read More Information On Traveling to the Dominican Republic during COVID-19
Jamaica
Jamaica is open for American tourists at of August 20th, 2020.
- All travelers must get travel authorization that will be required to check in for your flight to Jamaica.
- All residents of the United States who are 12 years of age or over will be required to obtain a COVID PCR test. The test should be conducted within 10 days of the intended travel date at a laboratory accredited by the College of American Pathologists (CAP).
St.Barths
St. Barths is welcoming American tourists for the upcoming winter season.
The government is requiring all incoming American passengers to bring a negative covid PCR test, performed within 72 hours of departure.
If passengers successfully bring this test they will not be tested again upon arrival and no quarantine period is required.
See all the entry requirements and health protocols for traveling to St. Barths
St. Kitts and Nevis
St. Kitts & Nevis announced it will be reopening its borders for American tourists in October.
All U.S. travelers arriving in St. Kitts and Nevis must abide by the following health protocols upon arrival:
- Present a negative PCR test taken within 72 hours of arrival
- Quarantine for 14 days
- Take a second PCR test when the 14 days is complete
- Be released from quarantine upon a negative test result after the 14 days
See all the entry requirements and health protocols for traveling to St. Kitts & Nevis
St. Lucia
St. Lucia has reopened its borders for American tourists.
All U.S. travelers arriving in St. Lucia must abide by the following health protocols upon arrival:
- All persons entering Saint Lucia must complete a Pre-Arrival Registration Form before arrival
- Present a negative PCR test taken within 7 days of arrival
- Quarantine for a minimum of 14 days at a confirmed COVID-19 certified accommodation provider for the duration of their stay
See all the entry requirements and health protocols for traveling to St. Lucia
St. Maarten
According to the U.S. State Department, St. Maarten is open for American Tourists.
Entry and Exit Requirements:
- Flights to and from the United States resumed on August 1, 2020
- Travelers are required to complete an online immigration (ED) card prior to travel.
- A negative COVID-19 PCR test taken within 72 hours of arrival is required for entry
- Travelers are required to upload their negative COVID-19 PCR test results to their online ED card.
- Flights to and from the United States resumed on August 1, 2020
See all the entry requirements and health protocols for traveling to St. Maarten
Turks and Caicos
Turks and Caicos is already welcoming American tourists and requires the following before traveling to the islands:
All travelers to the Turks and Caicos Islands will be required to visit the TCI Assured Travel Authorization Portal in order to obtain a travel authorization for arrival in the Turks and Caicos Islands.
Here is what is needed to get the TCI Sticker:
- A negative COVID-19 PCR test result. The test must be taken within 5 days of travel.
- Medical/ Travel insurance that covers medevac, any costs related to quarantine, ambulance care or care at the local hospital.
- Completed a health screening questionnaire.
See all the entry requirements and health protocols for traveling to Turks and Caicos
Caribbean Countries Open For American Tourists:
- Antigua and Barbuda
- Aruba
- Bahamas
- Barbados
- Belize
- Bermuda
- Cayman Islands
- Dominican Republic
- Jamaica
- St. Barths
- St. Kitts and Nevis
- St. Lucia
- St. Maarten
- Turks and Caicos
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Disclaimer: The Caribbean travel and COVID-19 entry requirements news can change without notice and is being updated constantly. We do our best to keep this article up to date with all the latest information, but the decision to travel is ultimately your responsibility. Contact your consulate and/or local authorities to confirm your nationality’s entry and/or any changes to travel requirements before traveling.
Kyle
Tuesday 22nd of September 2020
Where is Roatan?
Milesse Kennedy
Tuesday 22nd of September 2020
Roatan is in the Bay Islands of Honduras. Check out BayIslandsTourismBureau.org. Be prepared...if you come here you won’t want to leave!
Richard
Wednesday 16th of September 2020
Where is Tobago?
Mary
Wednesday 16th of September 2020
Tobago 🇹🇹 is the tropical side of Trinidad &,Tobago you can take a local boat to that side of the island from Trinidad or a straight flight to Tobago
Kashlee Kucheran
Wednesday 16th of September 2020
It is not yet open
Milesse Kennedy
Wednesday 16th of September 2020
Roatan opened for International travel on August 17. American is flying from Miami and United from Houston will restart in October. Then for the holidays and the winter sun-seeking season, Sun Country, West Jet, Transat and Sun Wing restart service. Roatan is only a couple hours from the southern US and a fabulous somewhat undiscovered destination!
Stacey
Wednesday 16th of September 2020
Other countries simply do NOT want the American dollar. The way i see it...fine ill stay in my own country and enjoy those beaches and spend my money! Disappointi g that some countries still require a 14 day quarantine with a negative test.
PK
Wednesday 16th of September 2020
Cayman Islands are only reopening in a limited capacity, requiring a full 14 day quarantine or self isolation with a geofencing device. Approval to visit must be obtained before booking a flight. Only Cayman Air and British Air are flying into Cayman, as well as private jets.
No PCR required, except to leave quarantine. Caymanians, residents, home owners, and family have the priority for approval. Only an approximate 800 will be approved.
There are no exceptions to any of the requirements. Cayman Islands is more concerned with the safety of its people and retaining its COVID Free status.