New & Notable

While not all clients are itching to use their passports, we wanted to proactively offer up a list of spots that are currently accepting American travelers. This list is current as of August 21, 2020 and meant as inspiration only; we are happy to speak directly with clients inquiring about future trips.

In somewhat positive news, U.S. State Department has lifted its Level 4 global travel advisory.

Here are some options for current permitted travel, as well as brief details about what tests and restrictions are in place:

·         Antigua & Barbuda – visitors will need to provide a negative PCR test less than 7 days old, and there is medical screening on arrival.

·         Aruba – you must show a negative PCR test from the last 72 hours, plus you must purchase travelers’ insurance on arrival.

·         Bahamas – visitors need to quarantine for 14 days, plus you must show a negative PCR test to get the recently-instituted health visa for visitors.

·         Bermuda – before travel, you must pay a $75 fee and online application before the flight, which covers your test on arrival, but you can avoid this test if you provide a negative PCR test within 7 days before arrival.

·         Brazil – travel restrictions were lifted on July 29, and visitors must provide medical & travel insurance; additionally, some airports remain closed (but not the major international airports), and no land borders are open.

·         Croatia – to enter Croatia, you must show a negative PCR test no more than 48 hours old.

·         Dominica – flights resumed on August 7, and visitors must show a negative PCR test from the last 3 days, complete an online questionnaire 24 hours or more before arrival, and there are health checks on arrival.

·         Dominican Republic – international airports reopened July 1, but land/sea borders are closed; there is medical screening and a questionnaire on arrival, choose between showing a negative PCR test from the last 5 days or pay them to do one.

·         French Polynesia – visiting locations like Tahiti & Bora Bora is possible if you have a negative PCR test and provide proof of travel/health insurance.

·         Jamaica – those coming from the more affected states in the U.S. require a negative PCR test from the past 10 days, and all visitors must obtain online travel authorization, plus undergo screening on arrival.

·         Maldives – fill out a health declaration, and you must have pre-booked hotel reservations and remain on one property.

·         Mexico – fill out a health questionnaire to visit.

·         St. Lucia – you need a negative PCR test no more than 7 days old, complete pre-arrival paperwork, and book hotel reservations at authorized locations in adance.

·         St. Vincent & The Grenadines – show a negative PCR test from the last 2 days or take one on arrival; alternatively, show a negative antibody test from within the last 5 days, and everyone must complete pre-trip paperwork and screening on arrival.

·         Tanzania – to visit, you must undergo medical screening, fill out a questionnaire, and possibly undergo government quarantine at your own expense, if you show symptoms or test positive.

·         Turkey – restrictions were lifted June 12, and visitors are subject to a medical screening on arrival.

·         Turks & Caicos – to visit, show a negative PCR test from the past 5 days, then apply through their portal for approval to visit, plus you need proof of insurance and a completed questionnaire.

·         Ukraine – visitors must have medical insurance that covers coronavirus-related medical issues, and you may quarantine at a location of your own choosing if arriving from a red zone country and subject to quarantine. Also, you must purchase a Ukraine-based SIM card for your phone and install a government contact tracing app on arrival. Avoid the quarantine restrictions by showing a negative PCR test no more than 48 hours old.

·         United Arab Emirates – you can only visit the Dubai emirate, and arriving to Dubai via AUH Abu Dhabi airport is possible only with a pre-arranged visa from Dubai. Visitors must complete a health form, provide health insurance, install an app, and show a negative PCR test from within the past 96 hours.

·         Western Sahara – there are no restrictions to visit this self-declared state next to Morocco and Mauritania.

Final Thoughts

Should you travel? This is a deeply personal choice. We’re always here to guide you through the best ways to do what you wish, safely and effectively. If you have questions about planning, don’t hesitate to reach out.