Find out which countries are welcoming U.S. tourists back

By Forrest Brown and Brekke Fletcher | CNN

Editor’s be aware: CNN Journey updates this text periodically. It was final up to date in its entirety on February 18. The US State Division advises that vacationers seek the advice of country-specific journey advisories via their website or seek the advice of the CDC’s latest guidance. Earlier than you make any worldwide journey plans, test these websites first and once more earlier than you depart.

As soon as one of many world’s strongest travel paperwork, the may of the US passport has been diminished in the course of the pandemic. With US Covid-19 cases nearing the 28 million mark, some nations proceed to view American vacationers warily.

Ultimately, it’s as much as you to determine whether or not journey to worldwide destinations is a good suggestion. The well being dangers are apparent. Nations may change their guidelines at any time. You might have to stick to stricter curfews and masks mandates than People are used to following. Violations may contain hefty fines and even jail time.

In order for you knowledgeable enter into your determination, the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the US State Department present Covid-19 danger assessments by nation.

Additionally, hold this in thoughts: All air passengers 2 and older should present proof of a detrimental Covid-19 take a look at that’s not more than 72 hours previous to enter the US. That features US residents getting back from journeys to different nations. Make sure to get data on testing websites in your vacation spot in your return journey. US embassies report some nations are having bother returning take a look at outcomes throughout the 72-hour window, although that state of affairs seems to be easing as testing catches as much as demand.

What follows is an inventory of nations, in alphabetical order, the place it’s nonetheless attainable for US passport holders to go for a trip in the event that they’re keen to take the dangers:

Albania

Set on the Adriatic Sea, Albania stays open. The US Embassy website states that whereas there’s no Covid-19 take a look at necessities or quarantine to enter, you’ll be able to anticipate a well being screening. Masks necessities and new curfews are in place.

Anguilla

This British territory within the Caribbean is accepting US guests. You should be pre-approved; click here to start the process and skim up on in depth Covid-19 testing necessities, together with the particular kind of take a look at you have to get, in addition to obligatory quarantine and insurance coverage. Get extra particulars: The US Embassy.

Antigua and Barbuda

US vacationers 12 and older to Antigua and Barbuda arriving by air should current a detrimental Covid-19-RT-PCR (actual time polymerase chain response) take a look at consequence, utilizing a nasopharyngeal or oropharyngeal swab. It should be taken inside seven days of the flight.

Guests are topic to monitoring by well being officers for 14 days and one other Covid-19 take a look at could also be required, which may imply quarantining whereas ready for the consequence. Extra information: US Embassy website | Antigua and Barbuda government website

Armenia

NEW: From the historic capital of Yerevan to wild nationwide parks, Armenia is open to US vacationers. Armenia was in a quick warfare final 12 months with neighboring Azerbaijan, however a peace treaty was signed in November. To enter, you have to have a detrimental consequence from a Covid-19 take a look at taken inside 72 hours of arrival or take a take a look at upon arrival and self-isolate till you get your consequence. Extra information: US Embassy | Armenia’s official Covid-19 travel website

Aruba

Scroll right down to the “Dutch Caribbean” entry under for data on Aruba and different islands on this group.

The Bahamas

Guests 11 and older should have a detrimental Covid-19 PCR take a look at consequence not more than 5 days previous earlier than arrival. After you have the detrimental consequence, you’ll be able to apply for a Bahamas Travel Health Visa right here, the place you have to decide in for Covid-19 medical insurance. You should additionally take a fast take a look at on day 5 until you’re leaving. Get updates: US Embassy website | Bahamas’ travel website

Bangladesh

US residents could journey to this culturally wealthy South Asian nation. To enter, you have to have a medical certificates with English translation stating you’re detrimental for Covid-19, with the PCR take a look at taken inside 72 hours of journey. You should additionally “dwelling quarantine” for 14 days even with a detrimental consequence. Extra particulars: US Embassy in Bangladesh.

Barbados

US residents should full an online travel form and submit it 24 hours earlier than leaving. You should current a sound detrimental Covid-19 PCR take a look at consequence, taken inside 72 hours of arrival. After February 3, all vacationers should take a fast antigen take a look at on arrival.

Because the US is designated a high-risk nation, you have to nonetheless quarantine at an accepted resort or resort till you get a second take a look at and detrimental consequence. After February 3, the quarantine is a minimal of 5 nights. You should additionally put on an digital monitoring bracelet. The US Embassy says PCR assessments are backlogged. Extra information: The US Embassy | Visit Barbados website.

Belize

UPDATE: Belize, recognized for diving and jungle wildlife, is open to US residents. To enter, you have to obtain the Belize Well being App and have a detrimental Covid-19 PCR take a look at consequence taken inside 72 hours of arrival or a fast take a look at inside 48 hours of arrival. Otherwise you might be examined upon arrival at a price of $50. Extra information: the Belize Tourism Board.

Bermuda

Bermuda requires every inbound passenger 10 and older to use for journey authorization at the price of $75 per grownup and $30 for flight crew and kids 9 and youthful. Upon arrival, passengers should current a detrimental Covid-19 PCR take a look at consequence taken not more than 5 days earlier than departure. You’ll be examined once more on the airport and quarantined whereas awaiting for these outcomes. Extra assessments are required on days 4, 8 and 14 of your go to. Learn Bermuda’s extensive requirements here, together with a traveler’s wristband rule.

Bolivia

This landlocked South American nation of wildly various landscapes permits US guests who’ve a detrimental Covid-19 take a look at taken inside 10 days of a flight departing North America. Anticipate a well being screening. No quarantines are in place. Check here for details.

Bosnia and Herzegovina

US residents could enter Bosnia and Herzegovinia, recognized for cosmopolitan Sarajevo and lovely lakes, with a detrimental Covid-19 PCR take a look at consequence that’s lower than 48 hours previous.

Botswana

UPDATE: US residents can enter this safari favourite with a detrimental Covid-19 PCR take a look at consequence taken not more than 72 hours earlier than departure. In case you fail to offer take a look at outcomes or present coronavirus signs, you’ll have to quarantine for 14 days at your personal expense. The US Embassy says PCR take a look at outcomes usually are not available inside 72 hours. For details, check here.

Brazil

South America’s largest nation has banned entry by land and sea (with a number of exceptions) and put stricter measures on guests by air, who should fill out a health declaration and current a detrimental Covid-19 PCR take a look at consequence taken with 72 hours of boarding the flight. Extra information: US Embassy in Brazil.

British Virgin Islands

US residents want a journey certificates that you could get on the BVI Gateway website. You want a detrimental Covid-19 take a look at consequence taken 5 days or much less earlier than journey to enter. You’ll additionally get one other take a look at on arrival and should quarantine 4 days whereas ready for outcomes. Extra data: US Embassy website | BVI government website.

Cambodia

House to Angkor Wat, Cambodia’s guidelines are fairly stringent. You’ll must pay a $2,000 deposit and you have to possess a detrimental Covid-19 take a look at consequence taken inside 72 hours of arrival. You should additionally take two extra Covid-19 assessments — on arrival and on day 13 of a 14-day obligatory quarantine. You should additionally purchase a $90 native medical insurance bundle. Extra information: US Embassy in Cambodia

Chile

Chile not too long ago opened to US residents. You should fill out an “affidavit of travelers” form 48 hours or much less earlier than boarding, current a detrimental Covid-19 PCR take a look at consequence taken inside 72 hours of boarding your closing flight and have proof of Covid-19 medical insurance with $30,000 minimal protection. Particulars: US Embassy in Chile | Chile’s travel website

Colombia

All arriving passengers to Colombia ought to both have a detrimental consequence from a Covid-19 PCR take a look at taken not more than 96 hours earlier than departing; take a take a look at upon arrival and quarantine whereas ready for a detrimental consequence; or go into obligatory isolation for 14 days. Discover out extra: US Embassy in Colombia | Colombia’s travel website

Costa Rica

Costa Rica is permitting residents from all US states entry. Guests should full a health pass form however are not required to take a Covid-19 PCR take a look at. You should have proof of journey medical insurance coverage, which you will get in Costa Rica. Get more details here from the US Embassy.

Côte d’Ivoire (Ivory Coast)

US residents should have a detrimental Covid-19 PCR take a look at consequence not more than 5 days previous earlier than arrival. You should fill out a journey declaration kind and pay the fee online. You’re inspired however not required to quarantine for 2 weeks. Be taught extra: US Embassy website.

Dominica

This jap Caribbean island is open. All travelers to Dominica should current a detrimental Covid-19 PCR take a look at consequence, recorded between 24 and 72 hours earlier than arrival, and full an digital Immigration and Customs kind by way of Dominica’s online portal 24 hours earlier than touring. US vacationers ought to anticipate additional testing and screening as it’s deemed a high-risk country. Extra information: US Embassy.

Dominican Republic

Folks touring to the Dominican Republic not have to indicate a detrimental PCR Covid-19 take a look at consequence on arrival. DR authorities will give breath assessments to a small share of random passengers plus anybody exhibiting signs. You should additionally fill out a well being affidavit. The Dominican Republic Ministry of Tourism now gives free viral antigen testing to all worldwide guests staying in motels. The US Embassy says PCR take a look at outcomes have been reliably out there inside 72 hours however may very well be affected by elevated demand. Extra information: US Embassy in the DR.

Dubai

Scroll right down to the United Arab Emirates entry under.

Dutch Caribbean islands

Discover out the necessary particulars on these varied Dutch islands within the Caribbean by clicking on the hyperlinks:

Aruba: All US guests 15 and older should fill out a well being evaluation and have a detrimental Covid-19 take a look at consequence. Aruba has eradicated its checklist of US states that require additional testing. JetBlue passengers can take an at-home, saliva-based take a look at. You should buy Aruba Visitors Insurance. Extra information: Aruba’s official tourism site.

Bonaire: You should transit via Curaçao (see under) and adjust to a bunch of testing and quarantine protocols. Discover out the main points on Bonaire’s tourism website.

Curaçao: The island of Curaçao permits entry to US residents from all 50 states. All guests should current proof of a detrimental Covid-19 PCR take a look at consequence taken inside 72 hours of touring. You should fill out a digital immigration card at dicardcuracao.com. Extra information: Traveling to Curaçao

Saba: This unspoiled island has in depth entry necessities for US residents, together with getting authorities permission, a detrimental Covid-19 PCR take a look at consequence (not more than 120 hours previous) and 10 days of quarantine. Check the details here.

Sint Maarten: An autonomous nation throughout the Kingdom of the Netherlands, Sint Maarten shares an island with the French collectivity of Saint-Martin. (Just like the French holding of St. Barts, it’s presently closed to US guests as France has closed its borders, together with its abroad territories, to all however EU members).

To go to the Dutch aspect, US guests should fill out a mandatory health authorization application. You should even have a detrimental consequence from a PCR take a look at for Covid-19. Beginning February 12, the take a look at should be 72 hours previous or much less (versus the earlier 120 hours). Covid-19 health insurance is obligatory. Make sure to learn the web site for very detailed directions on what kind of testing is allowed. Further data: US Embassy.

Get extra US consulate data on all these Dutch islands by clicking here.

Ecuador

Ecuador requires US vacationers to current proof of a detrimental Covid-19 PCR take a look at taken inside 10 days of arrival to keep away from quarantine. Testing is obtainable for individuals who don’t arrive with a detrimental consequence. You should quarantine at an accepted facility whereas ready for outcomes. The US Embassy suggests you advise a lab that you just want take a look at outcomes inside 72 hours in your return flight to the US. The Galapagos Islands have further entry necessities. Click for details on those.

Egypt

US travelers to Egypt must current a detrimental PCR Covid-19 take a look at consequence. Rigorously learn the US Embassy’s recommendation on the timing of the take a look at — to be secure, it must be no older than 72 hours earlier than flight departure. Vacationers should current paper copies; digital copies aren’t accepted. Youngsters 5 and youthful are exempt. Chances are you’ll be required to indicate proof of medical insurance. Chances are you’ll journey to the Crimson Sea resort city of Sharm el Sheikh with no PCR take a look at, however you should be examined upon arrival and quarantine till you get a detrimental consequence.

Ethiopia

Identified for its surreal landscapes and historical tradition, Ethiopia requires arriving US residents to have a medical certificates with a detrimental Covid-19 RT PCR take a look at earlier than boarding their flight that’s not more than 120 hours previous. There’s additionally a seven-day quarantine.

Ghana

A West African cultural jewel, Ghana is open to US vacationers. You should have a detrimental consequence from a Covid-19 PCR take a look at taken not more than 72 hours earlier than departure. Arriving passengers then should take a second take a look at that prices $150. There’s additionally a temperature screening.

Grenada

This Caribbean island is welcoming US guests, however they have to do the next: Have medical insurance that covers Covid-19 diseases; current a detrimental Covid-19 PCR take a look at consequence inside 72 hours of departure; apply for travel authorization with the Ministry of Well being; take a second take a look at on day 5 to be allowed to maneuver about or stay on the resort for the remainder of the holiday. Particulars: Grenada’s Ministry of Health | US Embassy page.

Guatemala

All folks 10 and older entering Guatemala by air and land should have a detrimental Covid-19 PCR take a look at consequence taken 96 hours or much less upon arrival. No quarantine. Vacationers who’ve been to the UK or South Africa could also be denied entry.

Honduras

Journey to Honduras is permitted with a detrimental consequence from a Covid-19 PCR or fast take a look at. You should additionally fill out an online precheck form. Vacationers who’ve been to the UK or South Africa are restricted.

Eire

US vacationers are nonetheless allowed to visit Ireland, however restrictions on motion may make it a really restricted trip. You should fill out a passenger locator form — failure to take action may end in tremendous and even jail time. You should current a detrimental Covid-19 PCR take a look at consequence taken throughout the earlier 72 hours to enter. There’s a 14-day quarantine, however you’ll be able to take a second take a look at after 5 days. If it’s detrimental, restrictions are relaxed. More information: Irish government travel page.

Jamaica

Jamaica requires completion of an online travel authorization form and the potential of being examined upon arrival. All passengers arriving from the US 12 or older are required to add detrimental Covid-19 take a look at outcomes to get journey authorization. The take a look at date should be lower than 10 days from the date of journey to the island. Learn the web site’s necessities intently; it has specific directions on taking assessments and the place you’ll be able to go. Extra particulars: US Embassy in Jamaica.

Kenya

House to the Maasai Mara Nationwide Reserve, Kenya is open to US vacationers with a detrimental Covid-19 take a look at consequence taken 96 hours or much less upon arrival and who cross a strict well being screening. No quarantine. Outgoing guests should adjust to the Trusted Travel initiative.

The Maldives

All arriving vacationers to the The Maldives who’re 1 or older should have a detrimental consequence for a PCR Covid-19 take a look at taken inside 96 hours of arrival. There isn’t a obligatory quarantine. See the Maldives’ official tourism website for particulars.

Malta

US vacationers wishing to sidestep the EU journey ban and who’re keen to quarantine can visit Malta. Passengers who transit by way of a “secure hall nation” that enables US guests could enter Malta after they’ve been in that nation for 14 days. For instance, US vacationers can keep 14 days in Turkey or Tunisia, for instance, after which be eligible to enter Malta. All passengers should fill out Public Health Travel Declaration and the Passenger Locator forms earlier than departure.

Mexico

Although the land border between the US and Mexico stays closed via no less than February 21, US vacationers can nonetheless fly to Mexico. No testing necessities are in place to enter Mexico, however the State Division lists numerous states to avoid due to crime. You’ll be able to anticipate temperature checks and different screenings upon arrival. Once more, bear in mind you have to have a detrimental Covid-19 take a look at consequence to return to the US.

Morocco

This North Africa favourite is open to particular US vacationers solely. You should have reservations with a Moroccan resort or journey company or be invited by a Moroccan firm, the US Embassy in Morocco says. A printed, detrimental Covid-19 PCR take a look at consequence taken inside 72 hours earlier than departure is required to enter. Anticipate a well being screening. No obligatory quarantines are in place, however native curfews are.

Namibia

US residents can go to the desert nation of Namibia, which requires a detrimental Covid-19 PCR take a look at consequence that’s not older than seven days. If the take a look at is older than seven days, you’ll be examined and positioned in quarantine at your personal expense as you await the outcomes. Extra information: The US Embassy.

Nicaragua

House to volcanoes and seashores, Nicaragua is open. You should have a detrimental consequence from a Covid-19 PCR or serology take a look at. No time-frame is supplied for the way latest it should be.

North Macedonia

North Macedonia is open. No assessments or quarantines are required, however airports conduct thermal screenings for all passengers.

Panama

A Covid-19 PCR or antigen take a look at with a detrimental consequence, taken 48 hours or much less earlier than arrival time, is required to go to Panama. If the take a look at outcomes are older than 48 hours, you have to take a fast Covid-19 take a look at on the airport. Learn the government’s detailed requirements here. You should additionally fill out an online health affidavit. Extra information: US Embassy in Panama.

Peru

Vacationers from the US 12 and older could enter Peru for tourism with a detrimental consequence from a Covid-19 PCR take a look at or antigen take a look at lower than 72 hours previous. You should additionally fill out an affidavit of health. Peru reopened Machu Picchu on November 1. Extra particulars: Lima airport protocols | US Embassy in Peru.

Rwanda

Guests to Rwanda should current a detrimental Covid-19 PCR take a look at consequence, taken inside 72 hours of departure. Additionally they should take a second take a look at upon arrival, shelter in a resort and obtain their outcomes inside a day. The nationwide parks are open, together with primate monitoring. To enter a park, you have to have a detrimental take a look at consequence lower than 72 hours previous. More information: US Embassy in Rwanda.

Senegal

Senegal, recognized for its seashores and music, is permitting US vacationers to go to. To enter, all folks 2 and older should current an authentic Covid-19 PCR take a look at certificates with a detrimental consequence that was taken 5 days or much less earlier than arrival. There’s no quarantine.

Serbia

US residents want to offer a detrimental Covid-19 PCR take a look at consequence taken throughout the earlier 48 hours or a detrimental antigen take a look at to go to. Extra information: US Embassy in Serbia

Seychelles

NEW: These Indian Ocean islands nonetheless aren’t open to the US. However there’s one notable exception. All vacationers — together with US residents — who’ve gotten each doses of the Covid-19 vaccine are allowed to enter. Two weeks must cross from the time of your second dose. You should present proof of vaccination in addition to a detrimental Covid-19 PCR take a look at consequence taken not more than 72 hours earlier than touring. Extra data: Seychelles travel advisory (PDF) | Seychelles Travel Advisory Updates

South Africa

Some of the in style locations in Africa has reopened to US residents. South Africa requires a detrimental Covid-19 PCR or serology take a look at consequence taken inside 72 hours of departure. Be mindful a Covid-19 variant has been found in South Africa — check news reports closely earlier than you make plans. The US Embassy is getting reviews of shortages of PCR assessments and a few outcomes taking longer than the 72-hour window required for the return flight.

South Korea

US guests to South Korea should present a detrimental Covid-19 PCR take a look at consequence taken inside 72 hours of departure. US vacationers should additionally quarantine for 14 days upon arrival even with a detrimental take a look at. You should additionally undergo well being screenings and download a self-diagnosis app with every day reviews.

Sri Lanka

The tropical island off India’s southeastern coast has opened again as much as all nations. You should have a detrimental consequence from a Covid-19 take a look at to enter and keep no less than 14 days at an accepted resort or resort. Click on on the CNN Journey article under for all the main points. Extra official data: US Embassy | Sri Lanka Tourism.

St. Kitts and Nevis

UPDATE: To go to this Caribbean island federation, you have to fill out a Travel Authorization Form earlier than arrival and add a detrimental Covid-19 PCR take a look at consequence taken 72 hours or much less earlier than you begin your journey. You should keep on accepted resort property in your first seven days. You should take one other take a look at on day 7 of your go to if you happen to’re staying longer. If it’s detrimental, you’ll be able to transfer about on a restricted foundation. For stays of 14 days or longer, a 3rd take a look at is required. The islands aren’t accepting PCR assessments achieved by LabCorp. Further data: US Embassy.

St. Lucia

US residents 5 and older traveling to St. Lucia should present a detrimental Covid-19 PCR take a look at that’s taken inside 5 days of arrival (vs. the earlier seven days). Guests should additionally full a journey registration kind and arrive with a printed copy. You should have confirmed reservations at a Covid-certified property at some stage in the journey. Further data: US Embassy.

St. Vincent and the Grenadines

US vacationers to St. Vincent and the Grenadines should have a detrimental Covid-19 PCR take a look at consequence taken 72 hours or much less earlier than arrival. You’ll be retested upon arrival. As the US is taken into account a high-risk nation, a quarantine of 14 days and extra testing is obligatory. You should additionally fill out a prearrival form. You will get official Covid-19 protocol documents here. Seventy-two hour PCR take a look at outcomes nonetheless aren’t reliably out there. Extra data: US Embassy.

Tanzania

UPDATE: A favourite for safaris and seashores, Tanzania is open to vacationers. Incoming passengers are required to fill out a well being surveillance kind and have a well being screening. You may additionally must take a Covid-19 take a look at if the airline you’re flying with requires it. For return journeys to America, the US Embassy says “there are rising reviews of (Covid-19 PCR) take a look at outcomes being considerably delayed and a few clinics not providing pre-travel testing.”

Tunisia

NEW: House to sunny Mediterranean seashores and historical Roman ruins, Tunisia is open to US passport holders. You want a detrimental consequence from a Covid-19 PCR or serology take a look at taken not more than 72 hours earlier than the beginning of journey to enter. You should additionally quarantine for 14 days or take a take a look at on the seventh day of your go to. If it’s detrimental, you’ll be able to go away quarantine early. Extra information: US Embassy.

Turkey

Turkey has began requiring that US residents and all different guests should have a detrimental Covid-19 take a look at consequence taken 72 hours or much less earlier than their flight to enter. Beforehand, Turkey didn’t require a take a look at. This will probably be in impact till March 1. Passengers should fill out an data kind and put together to be checked for coronavirus signs. Extra particulars: US Embassy in Turkey.

Turks and Caicos

UPDATE: Guests to the Turks and Caicos should fill out a travel authorization form and supply a detrimental Covid-19 take a look at consequence taken inside 5 days of arrival. Youngsters 9 and youthful are exempt. Vacationers should full a web based well being questionnaire and carry journey medical insurance coverage to cowl any Covid-19-related prices. There’s a 9 p.m. curfew via no less than March 3. Extra information: US Embassy.

Uganda

This lush nation in Central Africa is open to US vacationers who’ve a detrimental Covid-19 PCR take a look at consequence taken not more than 120 hours earlier than departure. Extra information: US Embassy in Uganda.

United Arab Emirates

Vacationer visas for US residents are being issued on the Abu Dhabi and Dubai airports. Vacationers 12 and older should current a detrimental Covid-19 PCR take a look at consequence inside 96 hours of departure. Even with a detrimental take a look at, you may nonetheless must quarantine (relying on the emirate) and take a follow-up take a look at. Check here for updates and details.

United Kingdom

Technically, US vacationers should journey to the UK. However journey for leisure is being extremely discouraged due to the brand new coronavirus variant. You must intently observe information reviews and look ahead to updates on the US Embassy link here earlier than making any plans. In case you nonetheless select to go, you have to have a detrimental Covid-19 take a look at consequence taken 72 hours earlier than departure to enter and quarantine for 10 days. Additionally be aware that guidelines could fluctuate between England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Eire. Click this link for more details on this quickly altering state of affairs.

Zambia

Identified for Victoria Falls and wildlife, Zambia is allowing all worldwide vacationers to enter. You’ll want a detrimental Covid-19 take a look at consequence taken no less than 14 days earlier than arrival. There’s additionally a compulsory 14-day quarantine. The US Embassy has not posted data on the pace of take a look at outcomes in your return to the US.

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