Countries That Have Reopened For Canadian Tourists

Kashlee KucheranNovember 21, 2020

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Many Canadians are wondering where they can travel right now, should they choose to do so.

Currently, there are 50+ countries who are accepting Canadian tourists, with more being added constantly.

As border restrictions start loosening around the world, many nations are eager to have Canucks return and want to get the message out that they are open for tourism.

We have complied a complete list of countries that have reopened their borders for Canadian tourists. This list will be updated daily as the news changes so rapidly

Important Update About EU Travel

On July 1st the EU published a list of 15 ‘safe' nations to be permitted entry, of which Canada was a part of. Most EU nations started accepting Canadian tourists in July. However, this has now changed.

Canada has now been removed from the EU's safe list, where it had been since July 1.

Because of the removal, you'll notice most EU countries on the list below have been removed. Sadly Canadians are not permitted to travel to most of the EU at this time.

Please note: The government of Canada has a “Avoid all non-essential travel outside of Canada” advisory currently in place. Travel Off Path does not endorse travelling against any advisories set by the government. Your decision to travel is your own.

Before we get to the list of countries that have reopened for Canadians, let’s clear the air about something else:

Are Canadians Allowed To Travel Right Now?

Yes. Even though the Canadian government has the “Avoid all non-essential travel outside of Canada” advisory in place, Canadian’s are still permitted to leave the country as they wish. However, upon returning to Canada all travelers will face a mandatory 14-day quarantine.

All Canadians leaving the country should ensure they have proper travel insurance that covers covid-19

We are only covering countries that do NOT require a quarantine period.

Last updated: Nov 21

Countries that have reopened for Canadian tourists

Countries Added Recently: South Africa, Hawaii
Countries Updated Recently: Cyprus

Albania

Albania reopened to Canadian tourists on July 1, 2020.

No tests or quarantines required.

There are no flights directly to Albania from Canada, but Canadians can transit easily through Frankfurt, Amsterdam, Zurich, Istanbul, Paris, etc.

Read all the info about Albania's reopening

Antigua and Barbuda

Antigua and Barbuda reopened to Canadian's on June 4, 2020.

Canadians will have to bring a negative PCR test, taken no longer than 7 days before arrival.

Air Canada is not scheduled to restart direct flights to the islands until December 6, so eager Canadians can transit through Miami, who has daily flights.

See all the details for Antigua and Barbuda's reopening

Armenia

Armenia reopened for Canadian tourists on August 12, 2020.

Where is it? Located right in between Asia and Europe, bordering Georgia and Turkey.

You'll need to bring proof of a negative PCR test, taken no more than 72 hours before arriving -or- symptom-free travelers can pay to get testing on arrival at Zvartnots airport and isolate until results are ready.

See all the details for Armenia reopening for tourism

Aruba

Aruba reopened to Canadian tourists on July 1, 2020

Canadians will have to fill out an online health declaration form, purchase Aruba specific Covid-19 insurance and upload negative covid PCR test results 4 – 72 hours before boarding.

Usually, Air Canada and WestJet fly directly to Aruba, but due to flight cut-backs Canadians will have to transfer through a US airport

Here is everything you need to know about Aruba reopening for Canadian tourists.

Austria

Austria is now accepting Canadian tourists!

Although they opened back in June 16, they did not start allowing Canadian tourists in until September 28th.

Here are all the details about Austria's Covid-19 Entry Requirements

*Austria may remove entry for Canada soon, confirmation to come.

Bahamas

The Bahamas originally reopened for Canadians on July 1 and has changed entry requirements many times since.

The most recent updates include: A negative PCR test must be shown, taken no longer than 5 days before arrival. Stays over 4 nights must also take a rapid antigen test on the 5th day.

Air Canada currently flies directly from Toronto to Nassau. WestJet starts flying from Calgary direct in January.

See all reopening details and entry requirements for the Bahamas

Barbados

Barbados reopened for Canadian tourists with the first direct flights coming in December from Toronto on Air Canada.

In all honesty, Canadians will have to jump through a few hoops to vacation in Barbados, but it might be worth it to sit on an island with only 8 active cases!

Some entry requirements include: A negative PCR test taken no longer than 72 hours before arrival, an online health declaration form, and 2nd covid test taken around 5 days from when the first test was administered.

Read all the details about Barbados reopening for tourism

Belize

Belize reopened for tourism on October 1, 2020.

Canadian travelers will need to download a travel health app, only book certified accommodation, take a PCR test and upload the results no longer than 72 hours of departure into Belize, and check into the app daily while on vacation. (yes, it's not a short list!)

No direct flights are happening out of Canada, but connections in the USA are possible.

Here's everything else we know about Belize reopening and all entry requirements

Bermuda

Bermuda is officially reopening for Canadian tourists on July 1st.

To be able to head down for a vacation, Canadians will need to be okay with a LOT of testing. You'll need to bring a negative covid PCR test no older than 72 hours before boarding, take another test upon arrival, and have more tests on Day 4, 8, and 14 of your trip.

Air Canada usually flies directly from Toronto but has not yet resumed flights due to demand.

We have all the details about Bermuda's reopening for tourism here

Bonaire

Bonaire reopend for Canadian tourists on November 1

Canadians will need to bring a 72-hour negative PCR test in order to enter, as well as have travel insurance that covers covid

Air Canada usually flies directly from Toronto but has not yet resumed flights due to demand.

We have all the details about Bermuda's reopening for tourism here

Bosnia and Herzegovina

Bosnia and Herzegovina has now opened for Canadian tourists, as of September 12.

BiH has been open since July 16, but at first was only allowing EU nations to visit. Now they have reopened to all nations, so Canadian tourists can once again visit!

All passengers will need to bring a negative PCR test, taken no longer than 48 hour prior to departure.

See more about BiH's reopening for tourism here

Brazil

Brazil is now open for Canadian tourists!

Brazil started allowing Canadian tourists to visit as of July 30, 2020.

No testing, no quarantines!

Direct flights to Sao Paulo can be found from Toronto on Air Canada.

Read all the details on Brazil Reopening for Tourism

Bulgaria

Bulgaria is now allowing Canadian tourists as of July 16, 2020.

Even with Canada being removed from the EU's safe list, Canadians are still allowed to enter Bulgaria with no testing or quarantines.

Read more about Bulgaria reopening for Canadians.

*Bulgaria may remove entry for Canada soon, confirmation to come. (Their consulate told us they haven't made a final decision on the EU's suggestion of removal at this time)

Chile

Chile is reopening for tourism November 23 and has stated that Canadians will be permitted to enter.

A 72-hour PCR test will be required, as well as a contact tracing app, but no quarantines.

Currently there are no flights from Canada, but Canadians can connect in Miami or New York.

Read all of Chile's reopening news and entry requirements

Colombia

Colombia reopened its borders for international tourism on September 21

No tests, no quarantines!

Read all the flights resuming to Colombia, plus all other news about Colombia Reopening For Tourism

Costa Rica

Costa Rica opened for Canadian tourists as of August 1st, 2020.

No tests, no quarantines.

Tourists will have to comply with CR's unique request for certain levels of travel insurance coverage.

Air Canada is already flying directly to San Jose from Toronto, and WestJet will add a direct flight from Toronto to Liberia in December.

Croatia

Croatia officially reopened for Canadian tourists on July 1st.

Canadians will need to fill out an online form before going, show proof of accommodation or tourist-based activity, and provide a 48-hour negative-PCR test to enter.

See all the info about Croatia's reopening, including the forms for Canadians.

Cuba

On July 1, 2020 Cuba reopened for Canadian tourists!

Cuba is requiring Canadians to fill out a health online declaration form and be tested on arrival.

See more about Cuba reopening for Canadians

Curacao

On July 1, Curacao reopened their border for Canadian tourists!

Canadians will have to fill out all the required online forms before departure, and submit a negative-PCR test no older than 72 hours.

See all the entry requirements for Curacao's reopening

Dominica

The island nation of Dominica is reopened for tourism on August 7, 2020 and will be accepting Canadian tourists.

To be honest, it might be a little to hard to visit at this time, since Canada was recently moved into the ‘high-risk' list.

Canadians will now need to: Bring a 72-hour negative PCR test with them, be tested on arrival, spend 5 days in quarantine, and then take a 3rd test on day 5 to finally enjoy the vacation.

See more about Dominica reopening for tourism

Dominican Republic

On July 1st, Canadians can travel to the Dominican Republic

No tests, no quarantines!

A small sample of arrivals (around 5%) will be selected for random testing, but it's an easy and non-evasive breath test.

Many flights are scheduled in July. Air Transat, WestJet and Air Canada all show direct flights this winter from multiple Canadian cities.

See everything we know about the Dominican Republic's reopening for tourism

Dubai (UAE)

Dubai, UAE is officially reopening its borders for Canadian tourists on July 7, 2020 .

Canadian's need to: register their ‘health declaration' on an app before their trip, bring a negative PCR test within 96 hours of boarding, and have health insurance to be able to enter.

Emirates is flying direct to Dubai from Toronto starting in July.

Read more about Dubai's reopening for tourism, plus which hotels have reopened.

Ecuador

Ecuador is now open for Canadian tourists!

As of August 16, Canadians can now travel to Ecuador WITHOUT quarantine, as long as they bring a negative PCR test, no older than 10 days.

There are no direct flights from Canada, but Miami, Houston and New York have already resumed into Quito and Guayaquil

See everything we know about Ecuador reopening for tourism

Egypt

Egypt has reopened for Canadian tourists to visit.

All canucks must have proof of a negative PCR test certificate for COVID-19 performed no more than 96 hours before departure of the last direct flight to Egypt.

Canada also qualifies for the visa on arrival program.

See all entry requirements and more details on Egypt reopening for tourism

French Polynesia

French Polynesia (think Bora Bora and Tahiti) reopened for Canadian tourists on July 15, 2020.

Canadians must bring a negative covid PCR test before boarding the flight and they will be tested again while on the island.

While Canada doesn't fly directly to Tahiti and Bora Bora, San Francisco and Los Angeles do!

Here is everything you need to know about French Polynesia reopening to Canadian tourists.

Georgia

Okay, the addition of Georgia to this list is a little unconventional, but may apply to many readers who are digital nomads.

Canadians are currently banned from entering Georgia (only 5 nations are currently permitted!), HOWEVER, they just launched their “Remotely in Georgia” visa, which allows a stay of up to 1 year for: digital nomads, entrepreneurs, and people who can work from home.

Canadians ARE allowed entry into the country under this program. The visa has no cost.
Applicants just have to show proof of income at least $2000 USD per month.

Entry requirements: There is a quarantine of 12 days required, but I wanted to include this on the list for my fellow Canadian nomads looking for a place to live/work this winter!

Ghana

Canadians can now head to Ghana as of September 1

Tourists must bring results of a negative PCR test, taken no longer than 72 hours prior to departure. Another mandatory test will be performed at the airport upon arrival.

There are currently no direct flights to Ghana from Canada, but Canadians can easily connect in New York or London.

Read more about Ghana's Reopening for Tourism

Grenada

Grenada reopened for Canadian tourists on August 1, 2020

Be aware, they are currently a virus-free island and really want to keep it that way, so entry requirements are tough! Lots of testing and paperwork, but that means getting to vacation in a safe nation.

Direct flights start from Toronto have not yet restarted due to low demand.

Guadeloupe

Guadeloupe (a French nation in the Caribbean) has reopened to Canadian tourists as of July 1.

Canadians will need to bring a negative PCR test within 72 hours.

Guatemala

Guatemala officially reopened for tourism on September 18

Canadian tourists will need to bring a negative PCR test, taken no longer than 72 hours prior to the flight.

There are currently no diretc flights from Canada, but Canadians can easily transit through cities like: Dallas, Houston, New York, Atlanta, Los Angeles, Miami, etc; which all have non-stop flights.

Haiti

Haiti reopened for tourism on July 1, but it took us a while to get confirmation!

No testing, no quarantines!

Only a temperature check and a health declaration card are required for entry.

Air Transat is currently flying direct to Port Au Prince from Montreal.

Read more about Haiti reopening for tourism

Hawaii

Yes, we are aware Hawaii is not a country… however since they have separate entry requirements than the mainland USA and since Canadians can now only get the appropriate tests as of Nov 20, it needed its own spot on this list.

Hawaii has technically been open for Canadian tourists since October 15, 2020 – but they require a test from particular providers, which were not available in Canada, effectively stopping Canadians from going.

Now, as of November 20, WestJet has partnered with a test provider approved by the government of Hawaii and is offer Canadians pre-flight testing for entry.

With these pre-flight tests, Canadians can enter Hawaii without a 14-day quarantine.

Honduras

Honduras has reopened for Canadians as of August 17

Canadains will need to bring proof of a negative covid test taken within 72 hours prior to arrival, but it can be either a PCR -or- a Rapid Test. (The only nation we know accepting rapid tests!)

Direct flights from Toronto have not restarted yet, but Canadians can transit through many US cities right now, like NYC and Miami.

Iceland

Iceland reopened for Canadians on July 15, 2020.

Canadians can now visit with a double border-screening procedure- requiring two PCR-tests: one upon arrival and another 5-6 days later

See all the info about Canadians going to Iceland for tourism

Jamaica

Jamaica reopened for Canadian tourists on June 15th!

Jamaica is requiring all Canadian's visiting to first fill out an online Travel Authorization Card before they fly and they may be tested upon arrival at the airport.

WestJet will resume direct flights to Montego Bay and Kingston from Toronto in December. Air Canada has already resumed its flights.

Jordan

Jordan is reopening for Canadian's on September 8!

Canadians will need to present proof of a negative COVID-19 PCR test no older than 120 hours prior to departure, and undergo another PCR test upon arrival.

Montreal to Jordan was showing scheduled direct flights on Royal Jordanian Airlines, but it looks as if they have not resumed them yet.

Read all entry requirements and details about Jordan's reopening for tourism

Kosovo

Kosovo is open for tourism and allowing Canadians to visit.

No testing/quarantine is required!

Pristina airport is reopen, as well as land borders between Montenegro and Albania. While Canada doesn't fly directly to Kosovo, Canadians can transit throughout many European cities, like London, Frankfurt, Vienna, Munich or Istanbul.

Read everything about Kosovo reopening for Canadian tourists and what to know before you go

Maldives

The Maldives are officially reopening on July 15th and accepting Canadian tourists.

Canadian travelers will be required to show proof of a negative COVID-19 PCR test that was taken no more than 96 hours prior to departure.

Here is everything else we know about the Maldives reopening to Canadian tourists

Malta

As of July 11th, Canadians can take a vacation in beautiful Malta.

No tests, no quarantines!

Even though the EU removed Canada for entry, Malta has left Canada on their ‘Green List' for the time being. Fingers crossed it stays there.

Here is everything we know about Malta's reopening.

Mexico

Mexico is now open for Canadian tourists! In fact, it was one of the only countries that never actually really closed its borders to Canadians in the first place.

No tests, no quarantines!

As of June, many tourist cities like Cancun, Playa Del Carmen, Tulum, Cabo, and Puerto Vallarta have reopened their hotels and are ready to welcome Canadian guests. Flights by WestJet and Air Canada have resumed from many Canadian cities.

See all the detailed information about Mexico's reopening for Canadian tourists here.

Montenegro

Montenegro has just announced on July 8th Canadians are now welcome to visit.

No testing or quarantines!

This could change frequently, so please check our Montenegro Reopening Guide for any updates.

Morocco

While Canadians are technically permitted to enter Morocco, it's a little dicey at this point.

Canadians are required to bring a negative PCR test, no older than 72 hours before arrival.

However, when Morocco first shut down due to the pandemic, ex-pats and tourists were virtually shut-in for months. Since they started reopening this summer, many curfews, restrictions on flights, and freedom of movement rules have been implemented. IMO- now is not the time to go.

Here is everything we know about Morocco Reopening

Nicaragua

Nicaragua reopened for Canadians on October 1.

In fact, they never really closed their borders for tourism in the first place, but flights were suspended, effectively cutting the nation off to tourists.

Canadians can transit through Mexico City, Houston or Miami to get there.

A 72 negative PCR test is needed

North Macedonia

Canadians (and every other nation!) can visit North Macedonia starting July 1.

No tests, no quarantines, no restrictions.

Read all the info about North Macedonia's reopening here

Pakistan

Pakistan will reopen for tourism on October 5th, and Canadians will be permitted to enter.

First, Canadian tourists will need to apply for a visa. Once approved, Canadians will need to bring proof of a negative PCR test taken no longer than 96 hours before arrival.

Get more information on Pakistan reopening for Canadian tourists

Panama

Panama reopened for tourism in October and Canadian tourists can enter.

However, Canadians will need to bring a 48-hour negative PCR test, which is quite a tough turn-around time.

If the traveller cannot, a test can be done on arrival and the passenger will quarantine awaiting test results.

See everything we know about Panama reopening for tourism

Peru

Peru reopened in October for tourism and starting permitting Canadians to visit as of November 1.

A negative PCR test, taken no longer than 72 hours before arrival is needed.

Currently, flights are only authorized out of YYZ – Toronto airport

Read all the details on Peru's reopening and entry requirements

Poland

Although the EU has removed Canada from its safe list, Poland is still showing Canadians can enter.

However, they are currently under partial lockdowns, and hotel stays for tourism are not permitted as of November, so now might not be an optimal time to go.

Here is everything else we know about Poland Reopening for Canadian tourists

*Poland may remove entry for Canada soon, confirmation to come.

Romania

Canadian tourists are welcome in Romania as of July 7, 2020.

No testing or quarantines are required on arrival.

Air Canada did have a direct flight to Bucharest, but has not resumed it yet.

Here's all the details about Romania's reopening

*Romania may remove entry for Canada soon, confirmation to come.

Rwanda

Rwanda has officially reopened for tourism as of June 17, 2020 and is allowing Canadian tourists to visit.

Canucks will need to bring a negative-PCR test taken at most 72 hours before arrival and be ready to be tested again upon arrival.

There are currently no direct flights from Canada, but RwandAir is looking into creating a direct NYC to Kigali route. They also fly to Brussels.

Here's all the details about Rwanda's reopening

Serbia

Serbia reopened to Canadian tourists on May 22, 2020

No testing, no quarantines!

Where is Serbia? It's a landlocked European nation that borders Montenegro, Hungary, Bulgaria and Romania.

Canada doesn't fly to Belgrade, Serbia's capital city directly, but New York does on Air Serbia.

Read all the details about Serbia's reopening for tourism

South Africa

South Africa has reopened for tourism on October 1, and is now again allowing Canadian tourists as of November 12, 2020.

Canadians are allowed to visit, but they must bring a negative PCR test that was taken no longer than 72 hours prior to departure into SA.

Read everything we know about South Africa reopening for tourism.

St. Barths

St.Barths is officially reopening its borders for tourism on June 22, 2020 and is allowing Canadian tourists to visit!

Saint Barthelemy, or St. Barths as it’s commonly called, is a beautiful French-speaking Caribbean island known for its white-sand beaches, luxurious hotels, duty-free shopping and stunning views.

Canadian's only need to bring a negative PCR test with them to be admitted.

Here is everything you need to know about St. Barth's Reopening

St Lucia

The beautiful island nation of Saint Lucia reopened for Canadian travellers on June 4th.

Canadians are required to bring a negative covid test, taken no longer than 7 days before departure in order to board their flight to Saint Lucia.

Air Canada resumed their direct Toronto to Saint Lucia route on July 18.

Here is everything else you need to know about Saint Lucia's reopening for Canadians

St. Maarten

St. Maarten reopened for international tourism on July 1^st

Canadians will need to bring a negative PCR test taken no longer than 120 hours before arrival.

Here's everything we know about St.Maarten reopening to Canadian tourists.

St. Vincent and The Grenadines

St. Vincent and the Grenadines officially reopened for tourism on July 1, 2020

Canadians will have to answer a health questionnaire before arriving, and also agree to be tested upon arrival.

Air Canada usually has direct flights, but they have not yet resumed.

Tanzania

Tanzania reopened for Canadian tourists at the start of June.

Fancy a safari? Or how about climbing Mount Kilimanjaro? Maybe just laying on the white sandy beaches of Zanzibar? The African nation of Tanzania will allow tourists to come and do all of the above.

No testing, no quarantines!

Note: There are no direct flights from Canada to Tanzania.

Read more about Tanzania reopening and what there is to do there.

Tunisia

Tunisia is permitting Canadian tourists to visit as of June 27, 2020.

This resort destination in Northern Africa usually attracts tourists from the UK, but since Forbes recently listed Tunisia as one of 7 top tourist destinations in a post-covid world, Canadians are wanting to give it a try!

In order for Canadians to be granted entry, they need to bring a negative covid test within 72 hours of boarding and complete an online health declaration form.

TunisAir has a Montreal direct, but it has not yet resumed.

Learn more about Tunisia's reopening for tourism here

Turkey

Turkey has now reopened for Canadian tourists

Under normal ‘pre-covid' rules, Canadians do need to apply for an e-visa before traveling to Turkey, and their visa site is now operational again.

No tests, no quarantines!

Direct flights are now available from Montreal and Toronto on Turkish Airlines to Istanbul.

Learn more about Turkey's Reopening here

Turks & Caicos

Turks & Caicos reopened for Canadians on July 22.

Canadians can head down to the Turks and Caicos late July, but only by flying in, as the cruise ports are staying closed until September.

A negative PCR test is required, no older than 5 days before arrival.

WestJet and Air Canada will fly direct from Toronto and Montreal.

Read more about the Turks and Caicos reopening for tourism

Uganda

Uganda officially reopened both air and land borders on October 1st. Canadians are welcome to visit.

All passengers will need a 72 hour negative PCR test to enter, and another PCR test in order to leave the country.

Read more about Uganda Reopening For Tourism

Ukraine

Canada keeps moving between Ukraine's ‘Green List' and ‘Red List' for entry, depending on the epidemiological situation of the day.

When it's on the Green List, entry is easy with no tests and quarantines. When it's on the red list a 48-hour negative PCR test is needed for entry.

Read all entry requirements and details about Ukraine Reopening For Tourism

United States

Contrary to popular belief, the USA is open to Canadian tourists.

Canadians are allowed to travel to the States, but they have to fly in. The land border between the two countries is still closed.

Dozens of flights leave Canada daily to the US. Vancouver flies direct to Los Angeles, Calgary flies direct to Vegas, Toronto flies direct to Orlando, and so much more.

Read more about visiting the USA as a Canadian and what tourist attractions are currently open.

U.S. Virgin Islands

On June 1, 2020 the US Virgin Islands (think St. Croix and St. Thomas) have reopened and are allowing Canadian tourists!

Right now there are no direct flights there from Canada, but Canadians can transit through Atlanta, Miami, New York, Houston, Charlotte or Fort Lauderdale to get to the islands. In fact, currently the USVI's are only allowing Canadians in if they are coming directly from the USA.

A negative PCR test is required, no older than 5 days of arrival.

Here's more on the USVI's reopening

Zambia

Zambia has now reopened for tourism and is welcoming Canadians.

Tourist will need to bring a negative PCR test taken within 14 days of departure, and they do not have to quarantine upon arrival.

There are no direct flights to Zambia from Canada, but travelers can easily transit through Istanbul.

See more on Zambia reopening for tourism.

Countries Recently Removed

Here are some nations that were previously allowing Canadian tourists, but have since removed them due to high case numbers.

Germany
Czech Republic
Netherlands
Estonia
Denmark
Belgium
Portugal
Italy
Lativa
Slovenia
Slovakia
Finland
Hungary
Greece
Sweden
Spain
Luxembourg
Cyprus
France

Countries Allowing Canadians, but with a 14-day quarantine

Here are some nations that are still allowing Canadian tourists, but require them to quarantine for 14-days upon arrival:

UK
Belarus
Ireland

Disclaimer: The above countries reopening news is ever-changing and 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 before traveling.

Read More: Learn about all of the countries reopening for tourism worldwide and travel insurance for Canadians