Destinations that Americans Can Travel To Right Now!
The global pandemic has had Americans get really crafty with feeding their wanderlust. Road trips, camping, staycations, and exploring local states have increased this past year.
However, for those that still have that urge to leave the country, we have a list for you! Here are some countries that are accepting Americans, as long as you have a negative covid test result (and other restrictions per country).
(Source: travel.usnews.com )
Anguilla
U.S. citizens are permitted to enter Anguilla only after applying for pre-travel authorization and providing proof of a negative coronavirus test taken no more than five days before travel. Travelers must also provide proof of insurance that covers COVID-19 medical costs, doctor visits, prescriptions, air ambulance and hospitalization fees. Once on the island, visitors must take two more tests – one upon arrival and one on day 10. They also must quarantine in a government-approved facility for 14 days. For more information, visit the U.S. embassy in Anguilla website.
Antigua and Barbuda
Access to this Caribbean gem is contingent on a negative coronavirus test taken no more than seven days prior to arrival at the airport. American travelers will be subject to temperature checks and health screenings before being admitted into Antigua and Barbuda, no matter if they're coming from a plane, a cruise ship or another mode of transportation. Find more specific information on the country's tourism website.
Aruba
According to its website, which is updated frequently with information on travel restrictions, Aruba is welcoming U.S. vacationers to the island. However, entrance hinges on travelers' completion of an online embarkation/disembarkation card and a health assessment, plus a negative coronavirus test (for everyone 15 and older) taken no more than 72 hours before arrival. Travelers can get tested before arrival, upon arrival or both for extra precaution. Note that depending on what state you call home, you may be subject to more testing; for example, travelers from California are seen as higher risk than those from South Dakota. All U.S. travelers also must purchase Aruba Visitor Insurance to ensure they are covered if health issues arise during their stay. This insurance cost varies depending on each traveler's age and length of stay; to find out how much it costs, check out the Aruba Visitor Insurance calculator.
The Bahamas
A popular tourist destination among stateside citizens, the Bahamas are welcoming American visitors to the picturesque islands. Travelers must complete a Travel Health Visa application and provide a negative COVID-19 test taken no more than five days before departure. Visitors are also required to opt-in to health insurance that will cover them for the entirety of their stay (the cost of which is included in the Travel Health Visa application fee). While visitors are no longer required to vacation in place, they must comply with the islands’ health measures. Anyone planning to stay on the island for more than five days must take a rapid antigen test. Additionally, those who travel around the Bahamas without wearing face coverings will be subject to fines. Learn more about traveling details on the tourism website.
Barbados
As long as travelers complete a travel form online no less than 24 hours before their flight and provide a negative coronavirus test result taken within 72 hours of their entrance to the island, they can vacation in this Caribbean paradise. However, U.S. citizens are required to quarantine either at an approved hotel at their own expense or at a government facility for free until they get a second negative COVID-19 test result. Travelers from medium- or high-risk countries (which includes the U.S.) must be retested four to five days after being on the island; if they have another negative result, they will then be permitted to move around the island freely. Visit the Barbados website for more information regarding traveling during the pandemic.
Belize
American travelers will be required to present a negative coronavirus test taken no more than 72 hours prior to departure to Belize. (Rapid antigen tests taken no more than 48 hours before arrival are also accepted.) If you don’t present a negative test, you’ll have to front a $50 fee and take a test upon arrival. A negative test means visitors can move freely around the country. U.S. visitors must also complete health forms on the Belize Health App to gain entry into the country. For more information, visit the Belize tourism website or the U.S. Embassy in Belize website.
Bermuda
This Atlantic paradise welcomes Americans to its pristine beaches as long as the travelers present negative results from a COVID-19 test taken no more than five days before departure from the U.S. Travelers will be tested again upon arrival and be forced to quarantine until negative results come back (normally takes 24 hours). Travelers will also be required to submit a travel authorization form and a $75 fee to be approved for entrance to Bermuda. Throughout the first 14 days of their stay, visitors must wear a traveler wristband; if they remove the wristband, they can face fines. Visit the U.S. Consulate in Bermuda website for additional information. The Bermuda tourism board also has a website that outlines how to travel safely and responsibly to the island.
Brazil
Although the U.S. government advises against travel to Brazil with a Level 4 advisory because of the country's growing number of coronavirus cases and crime, Americans are still permitted to travel. Travelers from the U.S. (older than 12) will need to show proof of a negative test taken no more than 72 hours before boarding the plane. They must also complete a Traveler’s Health Declaration form. There are some health screening procedures in place at airports but no required quarantine period upon arrival. Visit the U.S. Embassy in Brazil website for more information.
British Virign Islands
These picturesque islands are now open for visitors. Any Americans planning to travel here must first show proof of a negative test taken no more than five days prior to arrival. Completion of an online travel authorization certificate is also required, in addition to a $175 entry fee. Visitors will receive a second test on their fourth day on the island, the results of which will determine if they can travel around the islands. For more information, visit the U.S. embassy website.
Chile
U.S. citizens can travel to Chile as long as they provide a completed “Affidavit of Travelers” electronic form, negative results from a COVID-19 test taken within 72 hours of travel and proof of insurance coverage that will take care of any coronavirus-related health issues. Visitors should expect health screening measures in airports and differing quarantine requirements around the country. Americans will also have to complete a self-quarantine for 14 days upon arrival in Chile, unless they arrive after Dec. 7. Visitors should expect health screening measures in airports, too. For more information, visit the U.S. Embassy in Chile website.
Colombia
U.S. citizens can currently travel to Colombia only with proof of a negative COVID-19 test taken no more than 96 hours before departure. However, travelers will have to complete an immigration form, and the U.S. Embassy in Colombia website also states travelers should be prepared for further health screening upon arrival.
Costa Rica
This Central American country, favored by Americans for its lush landscape and pristine beaches, will welcome all U.S. citizens beginning Nov. 1. (Previously, only residents of select states were allowed entry.) Costa Rica no longer requires visitors to submit a negative COVID-19 test taken less than 72 hours before their visit. However, visitors are required to purchase medical insurance to cover any possible coronavirus-related costs they may incur and complete health pass forms, according to the U.S. Embassy in Costa Rica website. Additional details are available on Costa Rica's tourism board website as well.
Curacao
Americans are permitted to enter Curacao as long as they show negative test results taken within 72 hours of arrival. Travelers must also have insurance and complete an online immigration card as well as a Health Department passenger locator card before traveling. Keep in mind, a curfew is in pace between 11 p.m. and 4:30 a.m. Additional details are available on the U.S. Embassy in Curacao website.
Dominican Republic
American travelers are permitted to visit this island nation, whose popular tourism spots include Punta Cana, Puerto Plata and Santo Domingo, with few restrictions. While the country doesn't require a negative coronavirus test before visiting, travelers will be chosen at random for coronavirus tests upon arrival at the port of entry. Health screening procedures, such as temperature checks, are also in place. Travelers must also state they haven’t experienced any COVID-related symptoms in the last 72 hours and provide contact details for the next 30 days in the form of a Traveler’s Health Affidavit. Until Jan. 10, visitors must also abide by curfews, which vary based on day of the week. The latest visitor information is available on the tourism board's website.
Ecuador
American travelers visiting Ecuador must present a negative COVID-19 test taken within 10 days of their arrival. Those who do not present a negative test must take a test upon arrival and are required to quarantine at an approved place of residence in Ecuador. If the test is negative, travelers can end their quarantine; if it is positive, they will continue quarantine and receive any necessary healthcare. Learn more about protocols in Ecuador at the U.S. Embassy website.
Egypt
If you're visiting Egypt from America, you'll need to present physical proof of a negative COVID-19 test taken ideally no more than 72 hours (but up to 96 hours) before arrival. There is no required quarantine for American travelers, but there may be some restrictions on travel within the country, which could hinder your travel plans. Learn more about specific interstate travel restrictions on the embassy website.
Ethiopia
Travelers to this East African country must present a negative COVID-19 test taken no more than 120 hours prior to flying, according to the embassy website. There are health screenings in place at the ports of entry, and if any traveler exhibits coronavirus-like symptoms, they will be taken to temporary isolation. Any American traveler who does not present a negative test will be required to quarantine for 14 days before exploring all that Ethiopia has to offer.
French Polynesia
Idyllic islands like Tahiti, Mo'orea and Bora Bora beckon U.S. citizens to visit, and as long as Americans present a negative COVID-19 test taken within 72 hours of their departure from the states, they are free to explore French Polynesia. Another self-test four days after arrival is a requirement for those visiting Tahiti. A "sanitary entry form" is also required, so travelers can give details about their health before arriving. While vacationing on the islands of French Polynesia, visitors will have to abide by the strict face covering and social distancing procedures set by the government. Learn more about the current French Polynesian COVID-19 protocols on the tourism website.
Ghana
Americans looking to travel to Ghana must provide proof of a negative COVID-19 test taken no more than 72 hours before leaving for their trip. Additional health screenings are in place upon arrival in Ghana, and all arriving passengers must take another rapid COVID-19 test for $150 to fully enter the country (paid for at their own expense). Learn more about what your trip to Ghana will look like on the U.S. Embassy website.
Guatemala
In addition to partaking in health screenings at ports of entry and completing a health pass form online, U.S. citizens traveling to Guatemala must present proof of a negative coronavirus test taken no more than 96 hours before arrival. Once in the country, visitors won't have to quarantine, and there are no restrictions on travel within Guatemala, according to the embassy website.
Haiti
Commercial flights from the United States to Haiti are now operating for those looking to safely vacation on a Caribbean island. However, passengers must declare their health in a formal statement and be prepared for check-ins from the Ministry of Public Health throughout their stay. Travelers are subject to health screenings upon arrival and may be contacted up to three times based on the information disclosed in their health declaration to monitor for signs of disease, according to the embassy website. There is no negative test required before arriving, but travelers coming from high-risk states (which are determined by the Ministry of Health) may be required to quarantine.
Jamaica
Anyone over the age of 12 traveling to Jamaica from the U.S. will need to provide proof of a negative COVID-19 test from an accredited medical lab (can be a PCR test, a Nucleic Acid Amplification test, an RNA or molecular test, or an antigen test) taken no more than 10 days before travel. An application to enter the country is also required for American visitors, as stated on the tourism board website.
Kenya
As long as they can provide proof of a negative COVID-19 test taken within 96 hours of arriving in the country and arrive without a fever or cough, trouble breathing and flu-like symptons, Americans can travel to Kenya for touristic purposes. According to the embassy website, there are health screenings, including temperature checks, in place at the Kenyan airports as well.
Liberia
To enter Liberia, visitors must either take a COVID-19 test upon their point of departure from the United States and provide a valid negative result, or take a coronavirus test upon arrival in Liberia. They will also be subject to temperature checks at the Liberian airports. However, there is no required quarantine period nor restrictions on interstate travel. A tourist visa is required for travel, according to the embassy website.
Maldives
Many resorts and hotels have reopened in the Maldives, and American travelers can experience a once-in-a-lifetime vacation here after providing proof of a negative COVID-19 test taken no more than 72 hours before arrival. Travelers will have to show proof of paid accommodation in a tourist establishment to enter. If you plan to venture farther than the greater Malé area, you can only do so after a 10-day quarantine period. Travelers will have to show proof of paid accommodation in a tourist establishment to enter. Additionally, anyone exhibiting symptoms upon arrival will be tested and, if positive, be required to isolate. All others are free to explore with minimal restrictions, according to the country's tourism board updates page.
Mexico
Americans can embark on a vacation in Mexico without taking a COVID-19 test prior to traveling. While travel across the land border between the U.S. and Mexico remains limited to essential trips, nonessential travel has resumed via air. Travelers will be subject to health screenings upon arrival and should note there are some cities around the country that have curfews and other health restrictions in place. Additionally, cases are on the rise in some Mexico states, so be sure to travel with caution. Learn more about traveling while in Mexico at the embassy website.
Nigeria
American travelers older than 10 must provide negative COVID-19 test results taken within the previous 120 hours before arrival to this country. They must also sign a health declaration before traveling and pay out of pocket for a retest after spending seven days in Nigeria, according to the embassy website.
Peru
Americans can enter Peru as long as they provide results of a negative COVID-19 test taken no more than 72 before departure to this South American nation. Health screenings are also in place at airports. For more information, visit the embassy website.
Puerto Rico
Travelers who are asymptomatic, take a COVID-19 test within 72 hours of arriving in Puerto Ricoand offer proof of a negative result, and submit a completed Travel Declaration Form are free to explore the island, according to the tourism board website. However, travelers will have to follow rules in public spaces regarding social distancing and mask-wearing. There is also a curfew in place from 11 p.m. to 5 a.m., except for emergencies.
South Africa
This popular African vacation destination is once again open to American visitors. Any travelers to South Africa will need to present a negative COVID-19 test taken no more than 72 hours before departure. If they don’t provide test results, they will be required to quarantine at their own cost. There is a nightly curfew in place, and social distancing is strictly enforced. For more information about what your trip to South Africa will look like, visit the embassy website.
South Korea
Travelers from the United States are permitted to visit South Korea as long as they show proof of a negative coronavirus test taken within 72 hours of travel. Even with a negative test, visitors must also adhere to the 14-day required quarantine period upon arrival. Travelers must also answer daily health questions through a mobile app to help the government monitor the spread of disease. Learn more at the embassy website.
St. Barts
No more than 72 hours before their departure for St. Barts, American travelers must take a COVID-19 test and provide the negative results. They must also sign a sworn statement acknowledging they are healthy and have not been in contact with coronavirus-positive people in the two weeks prior. Visit the embassy website for more travel specifics.
St. Kitts & Nevis
As long as American travelers complete the entry form on the national website and submit a negative test taken from an accredited laboratory within 72 hours of travel, they can visit St. Kitts & Nevis and stay at an approved hotel. Travelers should also be prepared to undergo a health screening at the airport, which includes a temperature check and a health questionnaire, and download the SKN COVID-19 contact tracing app. For the first seven days of vacation, visitors will be limited to their hotel but can move about the property and use its amenities. Travelers will be tested again on day seven (for a $100 out-of-pocket fee). If the test is negative, visitors are free to book excursions to select destinations around the island. After taking another PCR test on day 14 (and testing negative), visitors are allowed to fully integrate into the island community. The St. Kitts tourism website and the Nevis tourism website are frequently updated with information regarding entry.
St. Lucia
Armed with a negative coronavirus test taken no more than a week before their trip to St. Lucia, Americans can visit this picturesque island nation. Before arrival, travelers will have to disclose health information in a travel registration form and provide proof of a negative COVID-19 test result taken no more than seven days before arrival in St. Lucia. The negative test result must be emailed ahead of time before traveling, and you should print and carry with you: copies of the test result, the travel authorization letter and the email response received from submitting the travel authorization form. Travelers must also adhere to the medical screening procedures at the country's airport and agree to stay in place at an approved facility for at least 14 days or the duration of their vacation. Visit the embassy website or the tourism board website before traveling to learn more specifics.
St. Maarten
This Caribbean nation allows Americans to visit as long as they provide negative test results taken no more than 120 hours prior to departure. In addition, travelers must fill out a mandatory health authorization application prior to departure. St. Maarten also requires travelers to have health insurance coverage that will cover COVID-19 related expenses. Find more details on the country’s entrance website, which is frequently updated with the most recent travel entry requirements.
St. Vincent and the Grenadines
Americans looking to visit St. Vincent and the Grenadines will be subject to many coronavirus tests, according to the embassy website. The first must be taken no more than 72 hours before arrival in the island nation. Another test will be administered upon arrival and, no matter the results, a five-day quarantine period is mandatory. Visitors must take another negative test approximately four to five days after arrival before continuing to vacation in place for the next 10 days in an approved location.
Tanzania
American tourists visiting Tanzania will be required to partake in health screenings upon arrival. The necessity for a negative COVID-19 test depends on the airline's requirements rather than the country's rules. Visit the U.S. Embassy in Tanzania website before planning a trip here.
Turkey
Until March 1, all international visitors to Turkey must show proof of a negative test taken no more than 72 hours before their flight. Visitors should also expect to see precautions in place, including restricted operating hours for stores and lack of in-person dining options. Learn more about travel to Turkey on the embassy website. Learn more about travel to Turkey on the embassy website.
Turks and Caicos
A popular vacation spot among Americans, Turks and Caicos allows visitors from the states as long as those who are older than 10 provide negative coronavirus test results taken no more than five days before arrival. Travelers also must share health information in the form of a questionnaire prior to arrival. Learn more about COVID-19 in Turks and Caicos on the country's tourism website.
Ukraine
Americans entering Ukraine are given two options: They can show proof of a negative test taken no more than 48 hours before travel, or they can take a test upon arrival and quarantine until they receive results. Travelers must also demonstrate they have adequate health insurance to cover any coronavirus costs before entering the country, according to the U.S. Embassy in Ukraine website.
United Arab Emirates
American travelers to the UAE who are older than 12 must present proof of a negative COVID-19 test result taken within 96 hours of their departure. There are advanced medical screening measures in place at the ports of entry. Additionally, there are varying measures in place depending which emirate you're traveling to. For example, if you plan to visit Abu Dhabi, you'll be subject to wearing a GPS bracelet for 14 days to assist in contact tracing. To help safely plan your trip to the UAE, visit the embassy website.
U.S. Virgin Islands
Americans can visit this U.S. territory in the Caribbean after showing proof of a negative COVID-19 test result taken within five days of travel and providing their travel authorization certificate from the USVI Travel Screening Portal. Tests are required for all travelers 5 and older. Upon arrival, all visitors will have their temperature taken and must complete a traveler screening questionnaire. Visit this website for more information on traveling here.
Domestically
Keep in mind, you don't need to leave the country to have a memorable vacation. While international destinations are tempting, there are plenty of enjoyable places to safely vacation around the U.S. Trade the Maldives for Maui, Hawaii, the Swiss Alps for Vail, Colorado, or an African safari for an adrenaline-filled Jeep ride through the desert of Sedona, Arizona. You can even find many lesser-known destinations around the country – such as St. Augustine, Florida; Leavenworth, Washington; or Holland, Michigan – that feel more like Europe than America.
Choosing a domestic vacation has its perks, especially during a pandemic. You won't have to worry about visa restrictions, issues with entry or last-minute country closures ruining your trip. (Though note some states are imposing their own travel restrictions and quarantine rules.) Not to mention, you might find a little slice of paradise close to home that you can continue to visit. "