COVID Travel Requirements By Country:

Updates:

Jamaica Has lifted all travel restrictions for international travelers.

That means , No PCR Test, No Mask and no Vaccines. however, establishment are required to provide hand sanitizer or handwashing stations.

Are U.S. citizens permitted to enter? Yes, with a negative COVID-19 test within 72 hours of arrival on the island, and an approved Jamaica Ministry of Health Travel Authorization, completed online, click here.

Is a negative COVID-19 test (PCR and/or serology) required for entry? Yes

Are health screening procedures in place at airports and other ports of entry? Yes

Travelers will no longer need the travel authorization and will no longer be required to quarantine as of March 1 2022. Travelers aged 12 and over will still be required to submit a negative PCR test taken 72 hours prior to departure.

The Resilient Corridors

For the protection of locals and visitors alike, the Resilient Corridors were created to encourage safe tourism practices through the strict delivery of service that conform to a rigorous set of COVID-19 protocols and approved by the The World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC).

Where can I get Tested In Jamaica?

Are PCR and/or antigen tests available for U.S. citizens in Jamaica? Yes
Are test results reliably available within one calendar day? While test results have historically been readily available within one day, there have recently been increasing delays in the reporting of results.
U.S. Citizens can obtain a COVID-19 test in Jamaica at the following locations: https://www.visitjamaica.com/travelauthorization/testing-labs.

Travelers are responsible for costs of testing.

Cost of tests range from $60.00 to $100.00 for antigen tests and from $150.00 to $230.00 for PCR tests.
Method of delivery of results to the traveler varies by location. Written results are often not available or significantly delayed.

All COVID-19 departure tests are administered at the discretion of the Jamaica Ministry of Health and Wellness. Visitors to Jamaica may also be tested on arrival and/or if they seek medical care.

Testing services are provided at most major hotels and resorts.

Costa Rica Entry and Exit Requirements

All international tourists are permitted to enter Costa Rica by air, land and sea.

Tourists must meet the visa requirements, when applicable, as well as the requirements established in the framework of the pandemic.

The Government of Costa Rica does not require tourists entering by air, land or sea to present a negative COVID-19 test, nor quarantine upon arrival.

Tourists visiting Costa Rica are requested to abide by the sanitary protocols in place when participating in tourist activities throughout the country.

All tourists must complete the Health Pass

The Health Pass can only be completed within 72 hours prior to arrival in the country. It must be accessed via updated browsers with the exception of Internet Explorer. One form must be completed per person, including minors.

Travel Policy: Tourists who are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and individuals aged 18 and younger (even if unvaccinated) can enter the country without a travel policy. The last dose of the vaccine must have been applied at least 14 days prior to arrival in Costa Rica.

Vaccinated tourists must attach their vaccination certificate to the Health Pass.

As proof, vaccination certificates and vaccination cards that contain at least the following information will be accepted:

Name of the individual who received the vaccine
Date of each dose
Pharmaceutical site
In the case of U.S. travelers, the “COVID-19 Vaccination Record Card” will be accepted.

Unvaccinated individuals aged 18 and older must purchase a travel policy with a duration equal to the period of stay in the country, with the exception of passengers in transit, whose minimum validity is five days that covers, at least, medical expenses generated by Covid-19 and lodging expenses due to quarantine.

International Policies

Tourists can select any international insurance company that meets the following requirements:

1. Valid during the entire stay in Costa Rica (coverage dates)
2. $50,000 for medical expenses, including COVID-19 infection
3. $2,000 for lodging expenses in the event of COVID-19 quarantine

Travelers must ask their insurance company for a certificate/letter in English or Spanish stating the following information:

1. Name of the individual traveling
2. Validity of the effective policy during the Costa Rica visit (travel dates)
3. Guaranteed coverage for medical expenses in the event of COVID-19 in Costa Rica, valued at least $50,000
4. Minimum coverage of $2,000 for lodging expenses for quarantine or trip interruption for this same amount

This certificate must specify that the policy covers COVID-19 and must be uploaded to the HEALTH PASS to be reviewed and approved by Costa Rican authorities.

IMPORTANT: Insurance cards are not accepted. The document must include the verification of the coverage mentioned. Click here for travel insurance.

PDF with detailed requirements to enter Costa Rica

Where to get tested in Costa Rica

COVID testing is available at both San Jose Airport and Liberia International Airport. Results are provided in less than one hour. Other places to get COVID Tests.

Australia: Entry and Exit Requirements

Who can Enter: an Australian citizen, an Australian permanent resident, a fully vaccinated eligible visa holder.

International flight arrivals: Entry, quarantine and post-arrival testing requirements

Fully vaccinated Australian citizens, Australian permanent residents and eligible visa holders can travel to and from Australia without needing to apply for a travel exemption.

You may also be eligible for modified quarantine arrangements when you travel to Australia if you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and depending on the state or territory to which you are travelling.

Who is considered fully vaccinated?
You are considered to be fully vaccinated for travel to and from Australia if you have completed a course of a vaccine(s) approved or recognized by the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA). This includes mixed doses.

Refer to the TGA website for further information about current requirements.

Proof of vaccination
You will need to provide proof of your vaccination status when checking in for your flight.

If you were vaccinated overseas and do not have an ICVC, you will need to present a foreign vaccination certificate that meets certain requirements. You must also complete a Digital Passenger Declaration, attesting to your vaccination status.

Airlines and transit destinations may have or impose additional requirements or processes to verify vaccination status. Contact your airline and the Embassy/Consulate of any country(ies) through which you will be transiting for further information.

Unvaccinated (and partially vaccinated) travelers
If you don’t qualify as fully vaccinated, you may be subject to incoming passenger caps and mandatory quarantine depending on arrangements in the state or territory of your arrival.

You may also face difficulty finding flights to Australia.

A negative pre-travel COVID-19 doesn’t change vaccination or mandatory quarantine requirements.

Where can I get tested in Australia?

International travelers can generally get tested at the Airport. This link will take you to a list of testing locations.

Who can enter to Canada: Canadian citizens (including dual citizens), people registered under the Indian Act, permanent residents of Canada, or protected persons (refugee status) are allowed to enter Canada. Fully vaccinated foreign nationals may be allowed enter Canada for discretionary travel. Foreign nationals who don’t qualify as fully vaccinated will only be allowed to enter in specific circumstances.

Travel requirements and exemptions

Travelers entering Canada, regardless of citizenship, must follow testing and quarantine requirements.

To qualify as a fully vaccinated traveller to Canada, you must:

• have received at least 2 doses of a vaccine accepted for travel, a mix of 2 accepted vaccines
  • or at least 1 dose of the Janssen/Johnson & Johnson vaccine
• have received your second dose at least 14 calendar days before you enter Canada
• have no signs or symptoms of COVID-19
• follow pre-entry testing and entry requirements
  • upload proof of vaccination in ArriveCAN
  • complete your ArriveCAN submission and and have ArriveCAN receipt with let

what you need to have ready at the border

1. Pre-entry test results
2. ArriveCAN receipt with letter I or, V, or A beside the vaccinated traveler’s name
3. Proof of vaccination that was uploaded into ArriveCAN (original or paper copy)
4. Have a quarantine plan in case of positive results
5. Travel document entered in ArriveCAN (e.g. passport)
6. Air travelers: register in advance for arrival testing

Pre-entry Test

Who needs a pre-entry test
All travelers 5 years of age or older must provide proof of one of the following accepted types of molecular test results:

Negative: provide proof of a negative result taken within 72 hours of your scheduled flight or land entry
Previous positive: you no longer have symptoms and provide proof of a previous positive test result taken at least 10 calendar days and no more than 180 calendar days before entering Canada. Counting starts the day after your test.
for example, if your positive COVID-19 molecular test was taken on January 1, then January 11 would be the first day you could use it
January 11 would be the earliest scheduled departure date of your flight to Canada, or the first day you could use it to enter Canada by land or water if your positive proof is accepted you won’t have to take arrival or Day-8 tests

Who does Not need a pre-entry test

Children under 5 years of age

Where can I get tested in Canada?

You can get tested at four of Canada’s major airports: Calgary International Airport,  Vancouver International Airport, Toronto Pearson International Airport and Montréal–Trudeau International Airport.

Thailand: Entry and Exit Requirements

Who can enter Thailand: Fully vaccinated passengers from all countries/territories are eligible to apply to travel to Thailand under the Test and Go Scheme

Documents Required for the Test and Go Scheme:

• Passport and Visa (if required)
• Certificate of Vaccination (vaccine approved by Thailand or WHO)
• Insurance with minimum coverage of 50,000 USD for medical expenses (not required for Thai nationals / foreign residents in Thailand can use social security or certificate from their employer)
• Paid Reservation Confirmation from SHA Extra+ / AQ Hotel for 2 nights (Day 1 and Day 5)
•   - Day 1 hotel reservation and fee for the 1st RT-PCR test and airport transfer.
•   - Day 5 hotel reservation and a fee for the 2nd RT-PCR test.

If you plan to stay in Thailand for less than 5 days (including departing on Day 5), only the hotel booking for Day 1 (including 1 RT-PCR test fee and airport transfer) and confirmed flight itinerary indicating the date of departure will be required

The processing time for the Thailand Pass is 3–7 working days. Applicants are advised to plan ahead and apply in advance for Thailand Pass at least 7 working days before their intended departure.
Due to the process which requires verification and authentication by hotels, it is advised that travelers book their hotel accommodation directly with the hotel.

Phuket Sandbox Program

Phuket Sandbox is a program that allows fully vaccinated foreign travelers to visit Phuket province without having to undergo quarantine. Travelers must have a negative RT-PCR test result before they can enjoy traveling and do leisure activities throughout Phuket.

For the Phuket Sandbox Program, travelers MUST enter Phuket by international direct flights or special sealed route/chartered flights ONLY

Sandbox Program allows travelers staying in a SHA+ hotel in the Sandbox area to go out and enjoy activities outside of their hotel for the full 7 days, while Alternative Quarantine limits that travelers have to stay only in their hotel room throughout the period of their stay.

Where to get Tested in Thailand

Are either PCR or antigen tests available for U.S. citizens in Thailand? Yes
Are test results available within one calendar day? Yes
For the most current list of COVID-19 testing locations in Thailand approved by the Ministry of Public Health please visit: https://service.dmsc.moph.go.th/labscovid19/indexen.php.

Note: Same-day Covid-19 testing is also available at most private hospitals throughout Thailand.

*Disclaimer: All information is pulled from each country’s embassy site. You should also check with travel sites as information may changes countries open up for travel.