May 28, 2020, 1:05 am
Last edit by: NewbieRunner
Find out which countries are welcoming US tourists back (CNN) - Last updated April 22, 2021.
https://www.cnn.com/travel/article/us-international-travel-covid-19/index.html
IATA COVID-19 Regulations Map (clickable countries): https://www.iatatravelcentre.com/world.php
Partial List of countries that will admit vaccinated tourists here (last updated Feb 22):
https://thepointsguy.com/guide/count...re-vaccinated/
Africa:
Morocco, Tanzania, Rwanda and Kenya - all now seem to be open but with a 72/96hr covid cert requirement
Seychelles - previously opened to vaccinated travelers in January, now open to all travelers; Visitors are required to present a negative PCR test taken 72 hours prior to departure, and visitors will still be required to adhere to other public health measures such as mask wearing, hand washing and social distancing. more info
Egypt - Must present negative COVID test taken within 96 hours prior to arrival - PAPER test results required, no digital copies accepted, 14-day quarantine only required if you test positive during stay. Restaurants at 50% capacity and masks required indoors and in public transportation. more info
Middle East
Jordan - negative test taken within 72 hours; complete passenger declaration form & locator form; second PCR test on arrival in Amman with the payment of JD 28 (children under the age of five are exempt); health insurance that covers COVID-19 treatment for the entire period of visit. more info here here and here
Caribbean:
Almost-daily updated summary of all Caribbean island requirements: GoogleDocs
Aruba - negative test within 72 hours mandatory for 24 states, while the other states can also take a test beforehand or be tested upon arrival. All visitors will be required to purchase Aruba insurance when filling out their arrival ED card. Any personal insurance will act as a supplement. more info
Bahamas - negative rt-pcr test with-in five days of arrival more info
Bermuda - negative test within five days of arrival along with a mandatory $75 online entry travel authorization form. Re-tested upon arrival, as well as on Day 3, 7 & 14. Temperature must be taken twice daily and reported online. more info
Jamaica - negative test within 3 days of the date of travels and travel authorization
Turks & Caicos - negative test within five days, as well as health insurance required more info
Europe:
Belarus - negative COVID-19 test result. The PCR test must be done no later than three days before the border crossing date (this period includes the date of border crossing); 21 October: required to self-isolate for 10 days upon the arrival in Belarus. more info
Croatia - Entry for tourism is permitted only with documentary evidence of an accommodation paid in advance and in full, prior to arrival at the border. Tourists must have a negative PCR test result not older than 48 hours from the time of the swab to crossing the border; or vaccination certificate; or positive test confirming recovery from infection; or testing immediately upon arrival in the Croatia (at their own expense), with the obligation to stay in self-isolation until the arrival of a negative test result. more info
Greece - As of April 19, residents of the United States are now allowed to enter Greece. All travelers entering Greece are required to present a negative molecular test result (PCR test) for COVID-19, performed up to 72 hours before their entry to Greece.Fully vaccinated individuals who are residents of the U.S. may enter Greece without a PCR test if they present a vaccination certificate. The vaccination certificate must be in English, issued by a public authority, and demonstrate that vaccination was completed at least 14 days before arrival to Greece. However, PCR tests may still be required for transit points. more info
Iceland - The Minister of Justice of Iceland has decided that the previously announced decision to exempt from travel restrictions those who can provide proof of vaccination or prior infection will take effect on 6 April. The change in regulation will allow travellers from non-Schengen countries, who meet the criteria, to travel to Iceland for non-essential reasons. Otherwise mandatory 5-6 day quarantine between 2 tests more info
Ireland - 14-day quarantine (self-isolation) on arrival
Malta - ok after 14-day quarantine in safe country (e.g. EU)
Moldova - entry allowed without quarantine etc if you hold vaccination certificate proof
Montenegro - negative PCR test no older than 72 hours US Embassy in Montenegro
Serbia - foreigners seeking to enter Serbia, U.S. citizens included, will need to provide a negative PCR test, not older than 48 hours more info
Slovenia - vaccinated adults or negative test within 48 hours can skip 10-days quarantine (children who accompany adults can also skip quarantine)
Turkey - negative PCR test within 72 hours prior to their flight
United Kingdom - negative test within 72 hours prior to departure plus 10-day self-isolation upon arrival from non-exempt countries (may be shortened after 5 days through Test to Release in England)
Asia:
Armenia - Travelers entering Armenia are asked to present the results of a PCR test taken within 72 hours prior to arrival or submit to a PCR test at the airport. Individuals who choose to take a PCR test and receive a negative result may be exempted from self-quarantine requirements.
Dubai - bring 96 hour PCR test and free to enter https://www.emirates.com/uk/english/...ling-to-dubai/
Georgia - unconditionally admitted to Georgia if they present a COVID-19 vaccine certificate confirming receipt of two full doses of the vaccine. Unvaccinated: Present a negative PCR test result taken within the past 72 hours; get a follow-up PCR test at their own expense on the third day after arrival in Georgia; complete an application form with contact details and travel history. more info
Kyrgyzstan - United States citizen travelers may now enter the country via international airports in Bishkek, Osh, and Issyk Kul. Requires travelers to have negative PCR test results, with the test taken no more than 72 hours before arrival into Kyrgyzstan. more info
Maldives - required to present a negative PCR certificate upon arrival. Traveler Health Declaration (THD) must be filled in and submitted within 24 hours prior to their travel. more info
Pakistan - get the online e-visa, also check if you need pcr test here: http://covid.gov.pk/intl_travellers/current_policies. For exiting pakistan, pcr test is required by almost all airlines done through specific labs (check airline website).
Thailand - Visa free entry good for 45 days. Also other visas. Need COE (Certificate of Entry) from Embassy, PCR test, insurance, 14-night quarantine at hotel/hospital. Details: https://thaiembdc.org/visas/
Uzbekistan - permitted to enter Uzbekistan but usually need a visa; negative PCR COVID-19 test is required for entry within 72 hours of the initiation of travel to Uzbekistan; arriving passengers must complete a health screening form upon arrival; arriving passengers are also subject to a rapid antigen test at the airport upon arrival regardless of PCR test status more info
North America:
Mexico
- Cancun area - https://www.cnn.com/travel/article/m...rus/index.html
- Puerto Vallarta - https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/32454183-post317.html
- Land borders open - https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/32421620-post171.html
Central America:
Costa Rica: does not request coronavirus screening tests nor does it issue sanitary confinement orders as requirements to enter the country by air. Health Pass can only be completed 48 hours before boarding. Tourists must purchase mandatory travel insurance that covers quarantine accommodation and medical expenses due to COVID-19 disease. more info
Panama: open to US resident with negative test within past 48 hours.
South America:
Brazil - the entry of foreign visitors traveling by air for a short stay of up to 90 days is currently permitted but beginning December 30, all travelers to Brazil by air (Brazilians and foreigners) must present 1) a negative/non reactive COVID-19 test as well as 2) proof of a completed Declaration of Traveler’s Health (DSV) to the airline responsible for the flight, before boarding. Level 4 DO NOT TRAVEL warning in effect
Chile - all travelers, including Chileans, foreign residents, accredited diplomats, and foreign tourists, must complete an obligatory 10-day quarantine upon their arrival to Chile. They will be able to leave quarantine with a negative PCR result based on a test taken on or after the seventh day in quarantine. Travelers must remain in quarantine while they await their result. more info
Colombia - travelers arriving to Colombia must present negative results from a COVID-19 PCR test administered no more than 96 hours prior to departure; travelers are expected to quarantine for 10 days or 7 days with a negative test 3-5 days after arrival. more info
Ecuador - all travelers (including minors) arriving in Ecuador must provide proof of a negative COVID RT-PCR or rapid antigen test taken no more than three (3) days before entering the country or present a vaccination card showing the traveler received a complete series of the COVID vaccine more info
Peru - inbound international passengers must have either a negative real-time COVID-19 molecular (RT-PCR), negative antigen test result, or a medical certificate of epidemiological discharge that is no more than 72 hours old after being issued and before boarding the plane. As of March 15, 2021, the Government of Peru announced that travelers who take an antigen test and receive a negative result after their first day of arrival may suspend the 14-day quarantine requirement. Travelers may take an antigen test at the airport, a local hospital, or any laboratory authorized by the Ministry of Health. Travelers who test positive must complete the 14-day quarantine.more info
Official government and airline pages for US travelers (in alphabetical order):
https://www.cnn.com/travel/article/us-international-travel-covid-19/index.html
IATA COVID-19 Regulations Map (clickable countries): https://www.iatatravelcentre.com/world.php
Partial List of countries that will admit vaccinated tourists here (last updated Feb 22):
https://thepointsguy.com/guide/count...re-vaccinated/
Africa:
Morocco, Tanzania, Rwanda and Kenya - all now seem to be open but with a 72/96hr covid cert requirement
Seychelles - previously opened to vaccinated travelers in January, now open to all travelers; Visitors are required to present a negative PCR test taken 72 hours prior to departure, and visitors will still be required to adhere to other public health measures such as mask wearing, hand washing and social distancing. more info
Egypt - Must present negative COVID test taken within 96 hours prior to arrival - PAPER test results required, no digital copies accepted, 14-day quarantine only required if you test positive during stay. Restaurants at 50% capacity and masks required indoors and in public transportation. more info
Middle East
Jordan - negative test taken within 72 hours; complete passenger declaration form & locator form; second PCR test on arrival in Amman with the payment of JD 28 (children under the age of five are exempt); health insurance that covers COVID-19 treatment for the entire period of visit. more info here here and here
Caribbean:
Almost-daily updated summary of all Caribbean island requirements: GoogleDocs
Aruba - negative test within 72 hours mandatory for 24 states, while the other states can also take a test beforehand or be tested upon arrival. All visitors will be required to purchase Aruba insurance when filling out their arrival ED card. Any personal insurance will act as a supplement. more info
Bahamas - negative rt-pcr test with-in five days of arrival more info
Bermuda - negative test within five days of arrival along with a mandatory $75 online entry travel authorization form. Re-tested upon arrival, as well as on Day 3, 7 & 14. Temperature must be taken twice daily and reported online. more info
Jamaica - negative test within 3 days of the date of travels and travel authorization
Turks & Caicos - negative test within five days, as well as health insurance required more info
Europe:
Belarus - negative COVID-19 test result. The PCR test must be done no later than three days before the border crossing date (this period includes the date of border crossing); 21 October: required to self-isolate for 10 days upon the arrival in Belarus. more info
Croatia - Entry for tourism is permitted only with documentary evidence of an accommodation paid in advance and in full, prior to arrival at the border. Tourists must have a negative PCR test result not older than 48 hours from the time of the swab to crossing the border; or vaccination certificate; or positive test confirming recovery from infection; or testing immediately upon arrival in the Croatia (at their own expense), with the obligation to stay in self-isolation until the arrival of a negative test result. more info
Greece - As of April 19, residents of the United States are now allowed to enter Greece. All travelers entering Greece are required to present a negative molecular test result (PCR test) for COVID-19, performed up to 72 hours before their entry to Greece.Fully vaccinated individuals who are residents of the U.S. may enter Greece without a PCR test if they present a vaccination certificate. The vaccination certificate must be in English, issued by a public authority, and demonstrate that vaccination was completed at least 14 days before arrival to Greece. However, PCR tests may still be required for transit points. more info
Iceland - The Minister of Justice of Iceland has decided that the previously announced decision to exempt from travel restrictions those who can provide proof of vaccination or prior infection will take effect on 6 April. The change in regulation will allow travellers from non-Schengen countries, who meet the criteria, to travel to Iceland for non-essential reasons. Otherwise mandatory 5-6 day quarantine between 2 tests more info
Ireland - 14-day quarantine (self-isolation) on arrival
Malta - ok after 14-day quarantine in safe country (e.g. EU)
Moldova - entry allowed without quarantine etc if you hold vaccination certificate proof
Montenegro - negative PCR test no older than 72 hours US Embassy in Montenegro
Serbia - foreigners seeking to enter Serbia, U.S. citizens included, will need to provide a negative PCR test, not older than 48 hours more info
Slovenia - vaccinated adults or negative test within 48 hours can skip 10-days quarantine (children who accompany adults can also skip quarantine)
Turkey - negative PCR test within 72 hours prior to their flight
United Kingdom - negative test within 72 hours prior to departure plus 10-day self-isolation upon arrival from non-exempt countries (may be shortened after 5 days through Test to Release in England)
Asia:
Armenia - Travelers entering Armenia are asked to present the results of a PCR test taken within 72 hours prior to arrival or submit to a PCR test at the airport. Individuals who choose to take a PCR test and receive a negative result may be exempted from self-quarantine requirements.
Dubai - bring 96 hour PCR test and free to enter https://www.emirates.com/uk/english/...ling-to-dubai/
Georgia - unconditionally admitted to Georgia if they present a COVID-19 vaccine certificate confirming receipt of two full doses of the vaccine. Unvaccinated: Present a negative PCR test result taken within the past 72 hours; get a follow-up PCR test at their own expense on the third day after arrival in Georgia; complete an application form with contact details and travel history. more info
Kyrgyzstan - United States citizen travelers may now enter the country via international airports in Bishkek, Osh, and Issyk Kul. Requires travelers to have negative PCR test results, with the test taken no more than 72 hours before arrival into Kyrgyzstan. more info
Maldives - required to present a negative PCR certificate upon arrival. Traveler Health Declaration (THD) must be filled in and submitted within 24 hours prior to their travel. more info
Pakistan - get the online e-visa, also check if you need pcr test here: http://covid.gov.pk/intl_travellers/current_policies. For exiting pakistan, pcr test is required by almost all airlines done through specific labs (check airline website).
Thailand - Visa free entry good for 45 days. Also other visas. Need COE (Certificate of Entry) from Embassy, PCR test, insurance, 14-night quarantine at hotel/hospital. Details: https://thaiembdc.org/visas/
Uzbekistan - permitted to enter Uzbekistan but usually need a visa; negative PCR COVID-19 test is required for entry within 72 hours of the initiation of travel to Uzbekistan; arriving passengers must complete a health screening form upon arrival; arriving passengers are also subject to a rapid antigen test at the airport upon arrival regardless of PCR test status more info
North America:
Mexico
- Cancun area - https://www.cnn.com/travel/article/m...rus/index.html
- Puerto Vallarta - https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/32454183-post317.html
- Land borders open - https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/32421620-post171.html
Central America:
Costa Rica: does not request coronavirus screening tests nor does it issue sanitary confinement orders as requirements to enter the country by air. Health Pass can only be completed 48 hours before boarding. Tourists must purchase mandatory travel insurance that covers quarantine accommodation and medical expenses due to COVID-19 disease. more info
Panama: open to US resident with negative test within past 48 hours.
South America:
Brazil - the entry of foreign visitors traveling by air for a short stay of up to 90 days is currently permitted but beginning December 30, all travelers to Brazil by air (Brazilians and foreigners) must present 1) a negative/non reactive COVID-19 test as well as 2) proof of a completed Declaration of Traveler’s Health (DSV) to the airline responsible for the flight, before boarding. Level 4 DO NOT TRAVEL warning in effect
Chile - all travelers, including Chileans, foreign residents, accredited diplomats, and foreign tourists, must complete an obligatory 10-day quarantine upon their arrival to Chile. They will be able to leave quarantine with a negative PCR result based on a test taken on or after the seventh day in quarantine. Travelers must remain in quarantine while they await their result. more info
Colombia - travelers arriving to Colombia must present negative results from a COVID-19 PCR test administered no more than 96 hours prior to departure; travelers are expected to quarantine for 10 days or 7 days with a negative test 3-5 days after arrival. more info
Ecuador - all travelers (including minors) arriving in Ecuador must provide proof of a negative COVID RT-PCR or rapid antigen test taken no more than three (3) days before entering the country or present a vaccination card showing the traveler received a complete series of the COVID vaccine more info
Peru - inbound international passengers must have either a negative real-time COVID-19 molecular (RT-PCR), negative antigen test result, or a medical certificate of epidemiological discharge that is no more than 72 hours old after being issued and before boarding the plane. As of March 15, 2021, the Government of Peru announced that travelers who take an antigen test and receive a negative result after their first day of arrival may suspend the 14-day quarantine requirement. Travelers may take an antigen test at the airport, a local hospital, or any laboratory authorized by the Ministry of Health. Travelers who test positive must complete the 14-day quarantine.more info
Official government and airline pages for US travelers (in alphabetical order):
- Croatia
- Germany
- German embassy In US page with rules for US travelers
- German Foreign Office page
- US Embassy in Germany page
- Quarantine requirements for travelers from risky countries (RKI page) (note: actual quarantine rules are state specific)
- Montenegro
- Portugal
- Thailand
Which countries are open for US tourists?
Sep 8, 2020, 4:38 am
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Could someone clarify what this means, from the Italian Government's website, I am reading this as self isolation still being necessary if coming from any of these countries:
D - Australia, Canada, Georgia, Japan, New Zealand, Rwanda, Rwanda, Republic of Korea, Thailand, Tunisia, Uruguay: movements from/to these countries are allowed without a specific motivation, therefore, also for TOURISM. However, upon return to Italy, it is necessary to undergo fiduciary isolation and health surveillance, to fill in a self-declaration and reach the final destination in Italy only by private vehicle (airport transit is allowed, without leaving the dedicated areas of the terminal).The easing of restrictions on travel from Italy to certain countries does not exclude that these countries may still set entry limits. It is always recommended to consult the sheet regarding the country of interest on Viaggiare Sicuri website to check any restrictions on entry imposed by Local Authorities.
I am not quite understanding the sentence I put in red, which to me sounds like isolation is still necessary but the word fiduciary makes it a little confusing. Maybe someone with a better understanding can explain this.
It seems like you have to get a lawyer now everytime you try to figure out country's entry requirements.
D - Australia, Canada, Georgia, Japan, New Zealand, Rwanda, Rwanda, Republic of Korea, Thailand, Tunisia, Uruguay: movements from/to these countries are allowed without a specific motivation, therefore, also for TOURISM. However, upon return to Italy, it is necessary to undergo fiduciary isolation and health surveillance, to fill in a self-declaration and reach the final destination in Italy only by private vehicle (airport transit is allowed, without leaving the dedicated areas of the terminal).The easing of restrictions on travel from Italy to certain countries does not exclude that these countries may still set entry limits. It is always recommended to consult the sheet regarding the country of interest on Viaggiare Sicuri website to check any restrictions on entry imposed by Local Authorities.
I am not quite understanding the sentence I put in red, which to me sounds like isolation is still necessary but the word fiduciary makes it a little confusing. Maybe someone with a better understanding can explain this.
It seems like you have to get a lawyer now everytime you try to figure out country's entry requirements.
Sep 8, 2020, 4:46 am
#1517
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They don't but entry decision is based on a law, which embassies usually are familiar with. Especially at this time, they face dozens of questions like this and have resources to provide an assistance in most cases. Throughout the crisis, embassy websites where my first source of information and it worked well, with the only exception being Hungarian embassy which was very unhelpful.
Sep 8, 2020, 4:49 am
#1518
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Interesting that this means dual citizens have more hurdles to get into Germany. I had thought that I could get around this by going to Canada, quarantining for 14 days, and then onwards to Germany, but that is not enough if one has not been living in Canada for 6 months. This must be to discourage certain behavior.
Sep 8, 2020, 5:00 am
#1519
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So you are right spending 14 days in Canada wouldn't work as you still wouldn't be allowed to enter Germany. But flying US to UK and on to Germany would be ok. And if you had spent 14 days in the UK you would not have to self isolate in Germany, although currently all US arrivals need to self isolate in the UK for 14 days.
Published 28.08.2020
1. Passengers are not allowed to enter.
This does not apply to:
- nationals of EEA Member States and Switzerland;
- British nationals;
- passengers arriving from Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland (Rep.), Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland or United Kingdom;
- immediate family members of nationals of EEA Member States and Switzerland. They must present proof of their family relationship;
- immediate family members of British nationals. They must present proof of their family relationship;
- immediate family members of residents of Germany. They must present proof of their family relationship;
- passengers with a residence permit issued by an EEA Member State or Switzerland;
- passengers with a long term visa issued by an EEA Member State or Switzerland;
- residents of Australia, Canada, Georgia, New Zealand, Thailand, Tunisia and Uruguay. They must have been living in the residence country for at least 6 months;
- military personnel;
- merchant seamen;
- passengers traveling as students if they cannot complete their study outside Germany;
- unmarried partners of residents of Germany. They must have a written invitation and a copy of the identity document of the resident in Germany. They must also have a declaration and be able to present proof of their relationship.
2. Passengers are subject to Coronavirus (COVID-19) PCR test and quarantine for 14 days. More information can be found at http://www.bundesgesundheitsminister...g-germany.html
3. More Coronavirus (COVID-19) related information can be found at http://www.bundespolizei.de/Web/DE/0...200317_faq.htm
1. Passengers are not allowed to enter.
This does not apply to:
- nationals of EEA Member States and Switzerland;
- British nationals;
- passengers arriving from Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland (Rep.), Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland or United Kingdom;
- immediate family members of nationals of EEA Member States and Switzerland. They must present proof of their family relationship;
- immediate family members of British nationals. They must present proof of their family relationship;
- immediate family members of residents of Germany. They must present proof of their family relationship;
- passengers with a residence permit issued by an EEA Member State or Switzerland;
- passengers with a long term visa issued by an EEA Member State or Switzerland;
- residents of Australia, Canada, Georgia, New Zealand, Thailand, Tunisia and Uruguay. They must have been living in the residence country for at least 6 months;
- military personnel;
- merchant seamen;
- passengers traveling as students if they cannot complete their study outside Germany;
- unmarried partners of residents of Germany. They must have a written invitation and a copy of the identity document of the resident in Germany. They must also have a declaration and be able to present proof of their relationship.
2. Passengers are subject to Coronavirus (COVID-19) PCR test and quarantine for 14 days. More information can be found at http://www.bundesgesundheitsminister...g-germany.html
3. More Coronavirus (COVID-19) related information can be found at http://www.bundespolizei.de/Web/DE/0...200317_faq.htm
Sep 8, 2020, 9:08 am
#1520
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BA apparently have in their system a warning flag that USA citizens need a covid test to go to Italy and weren't going to allow us to go. Thankfully I had a helpful check in agent that was willing to believe me when I said I'd done a lot of research and had checked with all you good people on flyer talk! She had to go and see various people, get a manager to look into it, and eventually they overrided the system and let us go.
In seriousness, however, I'm pleased to hear that it worked out and that BA were able to apply the rules correctly.
Sep 8, 2020, 10:07 am
#1521
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Could someone clarify what this means, from the Italian Government's website, I am reading this as self isolation still being necessary if coming from any of these countries:
D - Australia, Canada, Georgia, Japan, New Zealand, Rwanda, Rwanda, Republic of Korea, Thailand, Tunisia, Uruguay: movements from/to these countries are allowed without a specific motivation, therefore, also for TOURISM. However, upon return to Italy, it is necessary to undergo fiduciary isolation and health surveillance, to fill in a self-declaration and reach the final destination in Italy only by private vehicle (airport transit is allowed, without leaving the dedicated areas of the terminal).The easing of restrictions on travel from Italy to certain countries does not exclude that these countries may still set entry limits. It is always recommended to consult the sheet regarding the country of interest on Viaggiare Sicuri website to check any restrictions on entry imposed by Local Authorities.
I am not quite understanding the sentence I put in red, which to me sounds like isolation is still necessary but the word fiduciary makes it a little confusing. Maybe someone with a better understanding can explain this.
It seems like you have to get a lawyer now everytime you try to figure out country's entry requirements.
D - Australia, Canada, Georgia, Japan, New Zealand, Rwanda, Rwanda, Republic of Korea, Thailand, Tunisia, Uruguay: movements from/to these countries are allowed without a specific motivation, therefore, also for TOURISM. However, upon return to Italy, it is necessary to undergo fiduciary isolation and health surveillance, to fill in a self-declaration and reach the final destination in Italy only by private vehicle (airport transit is allowed, without leaving the dedicated areas of the terminal).The easing of restrictions on travel from Italy to certain countries does not exclude that these countries may still set entry limits. It is always recommended to consult the sheet regarding the country of interest on Viaggiare Sicuri website to check any restrictions on entry imposed by Local Authorities.
I am not quite understanding the sentence I put in red, which to me sounds like isolation is still necessary but the word fiduciary makes it a little confusing. Maybe someone with a better understanding can explain this.
It seems like you have to get a lawyer now everytime you try to figure out country's entry requirements.
Sep 8, 2020, 10:13 am
#1522
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Yes, you still need to isolate if coming from those countries. Fiduciary isolation is a literal translation from Italian, meaning that it can be done at home as there is enough "trust" (fiducia) that the local conditions are enough not to spread the virus elsewhere and that there's no need for active surveillance. Italian law dictates that isolation must be obligatory and supervised for illnesses such as plague, cholera, yellow fever and tiphoid, but Covid is not comparable with these. For instance a friend got Dengue in India on a business trip: upon his return to Lombardy he was allowed to stay home but he was monitored by the local authority, his flat was disenfected, road washed and his family wasn't allowed to stay there with him.
I had Italy as a back up plan to Greece, which was a back up plan to Cyprus but we might just end up staying in the Central Europe area.
Sep 8, 2020, 10:23 am
#1523
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Sep 8, 2020, 10:27 am
#1524
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Individual sites of each country usually the most up to date.
Sep 8, 2020, 10:41 am
#1525
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Completely agree with that. It's always best to research with the country directly.
So far I have been getting information from these sites for specific countries I am planing to visit in October:
Switzerland: https://www.sem.admin.ch/sem/en/home...tml#2140317167
Greece: https://greecehealthfirst.gr/
Cyprus: https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/en/country-categories
Germany: https://www.bundesgesundheitsministe...-reisende.html (this is the German version but there is an option on the right site to switch to English)
Austria: https://www.austria.org/coronavirus
Slovenia: https://www.policija.si/eng/
If still unclear there is usually an email to contact with specific questions, however I have only used it for one country (Slovenia) and received a response within 24 hours. I will also be checking with Austria one more time before we leave as well.
So far I have been getting information from these sites for specific countries I am planing to visit in October:
Switzerland: https://www.sem.admin.ch/sem/en/home...tml#2140317167
Greece: https://greecehealthfirst.gr/
Cyprus: https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/en/country-categories
Germany: https://www.bundesgesundheitsministe...-reisende.html (this is the German version but there is an option on the right site to switch to English)
Austria: https://www.austria.org/coronavirus
Slovenia: https://www.policija.si/eng/
If still unclear there is usually an email to contact with specific questions, however I have only used it for one country (Slovenia) and received a response within 24 hours. I will also be checking with Austria one more time before we leave as well.
Sep 8, 2020, 11:06 am
#1526
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I have found the IATA site fine. It is what the airlines would use anyway via TIMATIC. https://www.iatatravelcentre.com/int...1580226297.htm
Sep 8, 2020, 11:12 am
#1527
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I have found the IATA site fine. It is what the airlines would use anyway via TIMATIC. https://www.iatatravelcentre.com/int...1580226297.htm
Sep 8, 2020, 11:13 am
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I think the IATA site works in many or most cases but Italy is a good example where there is quite a desrepancy and while a passenger might be able to board the plane, he or she might find that it's necessary to quarantine for 2 weeks upon arrival as instructed by government officials, unless the government site is the one that is wrong and I guess that's where first hand experience from others might come in.
Sep 8, 2020, 11:19 am
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From the Italian government site: https://www.esteri.it/mae/en/ministe...in-italia.html
D - Australia, Canada, Georgia, Japan, New Zealand, Rwanda, Rwanda, Republic of Korea, Thailand, Tunisia, Uruguay: movements from/to these countries are allowed without a specific motivation, therefore, also for TOURISM. However, upon return to Italy, it is necessary to undergo fiduciary isolation and health surveillance, to fill in a self-declaration and reach the final destination in Italy only by private vehicle (airport transit is allowed, without leaving the dedicated areas of the terminal).The easing of restrictions on travel from Italy to certain countries does not exclude that these countries may still set entry limits. It is always recommended to consult the sheet regarding the country of interest on Viaggiare Sicuri website to check any restrictions on entry imposed by Local Authorities.
From the IATA website:
1. Passengers are not allowed to enter until 15 October 2020.
- This does not apply to:
- residents of Australia, Canada, Georgia, Japan, Korea New Zealand, Rwanda........
According to the Italian governement site, self isolation is necessary from these countries, according to IATA it is not.
At least that is how I am reading this and what others have confirmed to be true responding to my post above.
I'll be happy to be proven wrong.
D - Australia, Canada, Georgia, Japan, New Zealand, Rwanda, Rwanda, Republic of Korea, Thailand, Tunisia, Uruguay: movements from/to these countries are allowed without a specific motivation, therefore, also for TOURISM. However, upon return to Italy, it is necessary to undergo fiduciary isolation and health surveillance, to fill in a self-declaration and reach the final destination in Italy only by private vehicle (airport transit is allowed, without leaving the dedicated areas of the terminal).The easing of restrictions on travel from Italy to certain countries does not exclude that these countries may still set entry limits. It is always recommended to consult the sheet regarding the country of interest on Viaggiare Sicuri website to check any restrictions on entry imposed by Local Authorities.
From the IATA website:
1. Passengers are not allowed to enter until 15 October 2020.
- This does not apply to:
- residents of Australia, Canada, Georgia, Japan, Korea New Zealand, Rwanda........
According to the Italian governement site, self isolation is necessary from these countries, according to IATA it is not.
At least that is how I am reading this and what others have confirmed to be true responding to my post above.
I'll be happy to be proven wrong.
Sep 8, 2020, 11:26 am
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Point 1 you quoted from the IATA page for Italy is just purely entry requirements. It doesn't relate to self isolation at all. It just says no one can enter until 15 October, and then lists a number of exceptions including the one you quoted.
In terms of self isolation this is dealt with in point 5 and IATA page merely says:
I don't see any discrepancy here.
In terms of self isolation this is dealt with in point 5 and IATA page merely says:
5. Passengers are subject to self-isolation for 14 days. More Coronavirus (COVID-19) related information can be found at http://www.esteri.it/mae/en/minister...in-italia.html