BVI TRAVELERS TAXI COSTS UPDATE
April 1, 2021
Ground Transportation
All passengers arriving in the BVI are now required to pay the cost of their ground transportation during quarantine, from Day 0 to Day 4, effective Thursday, 25th March, 2021. Ground transportation costs will be calculated based on the official Taxi Tariff. Passengers can expect to pay between $5 and $30 per person, depending on the destination and the number of passengers. Passengers are expected to pay their driver directly in cash.
Please see full text here on this update on the link here
ANTIGUA EXTENDS ENTRY BAN March 18,2021 2:39 pm
Antigua announces the continuance of no flights and travellers from the Dominican Republic in a Notam made public today until June 16th inclusive. The Notam is issued by the Airport Authority on behalf of The Government of Antigua and Barbuda.
BAHAMAS EXTENDS ENTRY BAN March 18,2021 2:39 pm
Bahamas Government has announced the extension of the ban on entry of all Travellers coming from Haiti. The updated order indicates the past order should have expired, however we are advised that the order has been extended albeit we do not have the information available to support this. Until further notice we must continue to stop all travel from Haiti to the Bahamas via Providenciales.
JAMAICA ENTRY PROTOCOLS UPDATE 2.40 pm March 2, 2021
As of March 4th 2021, ALL travelers to Jamaica regardless of nationality to present a Covid19 or Antigen Test. Please see attached document here to find notice from Government on this matter.
RESTRICTED ENTRY FROM HAITI 3:47 PM Feb 16, 2021
Effective from Midnight Feb 15th The Bahamas has restricted the entry of travel from Haiti to the Bahamas for a period of 3 weeks. All travels coming from Haiti on a direct or indirect route may not enter. The full text of the Government Order may be read here.
BARBADOS NEW PROTOCOLS FEBRUARY 03, 2021
Effective February 3, 2021 until February 17, 2021, the Government of Barbados will institute new measures as it continues to manage the COVID-19 pandemic. In a national address to the country, Prime Minister the Hon. Mia Amor Mottley, announced that during the effective period, Barbados will observe a daily curfew between 7:00 p.m. and 6 a.m. During the day, residents and visitors are asked to limit their movements as much as possible. Only essential services such as supermarkets and medical services will be in operation. Lastly, the wearing of masks in public will be mandatory for all persons, with the exception of those with proven medical conditions.
Travel protocol updates Prime Minister Mottley also announced that commencing February 3, 2021, all travellers to Barbados will be required to observe the following protocols: 1. Must present a valid negative PCR test, taken no more than three days prior to arrival in Barbados. 2. May undergo a Rapid Antigen test on arrival at the Grantley Adams International Airport, as determined by the Ministry of Health and Wellness. 3. Must quarantine at an approved accommodation for a minimum of five nights, before taking a second PCR test. The test result will be communicated to the traveller approximately 48 hours after the sample arrives at the laboratory. The full Barbados travel protocols, outlining these updates and other information, is now available online at www.barbadostravelprotocols.com.
JANUARY 28, 2021
NEW SINT MAARTEN TRAVEL RESTRICTIONS
Sint Maarten effective midnight Jan 28th places new entry restrictions for travelers as follows: Sint Maarten Banned Countries
UNITED KINGDOM, SOUTH AFRICA, BRAZIL, ARGENTINA, BOLIVIA, CAPE VERDE, CHILE, COLOMBIA, ECUADOR, FRENCH GUIANA, GUYANA, PARAGUAY, PERU, SURINAME, URUGUAY, VENEZUELA, AND THE DOMINICAN REPUBLIC.
The ban is on travel from these countries, NOT nationals of those countries. All Travelers who have been in the above countries in the last 14 days may not enter Sint Maarten. (except Citizens and Residents of Sint Maarten/ St Martin who will require a -72 hrs or younger PCR negative test).
PCR TESTING CHANGE
As of February 12th, PCR requirement will now be changed from 120 hours to 72 hours for high risk countries as listed on stmaartenentry.com
Requirements for low-risk countries remain unchanged (i.e. EHAS form completed prior to travel, no PCR or antigen required, see stmaartenentry.com)
TRAVEL FROM EUROPEAN COUNTRIES
All passengers arriving from the European Union are required to have a PCR test within 72 hours and receive the authorization for travel via stmaartenentry.com. This includes residents of Sint Maarten as well.
This restriction will be implemented until further notice.
TURKS AND CAICOS IMPOSES NEW CURFEW
Effective 26 January 2021 a nightly curfew is now in effect from 9 pm each evening until 5 am each morning. The curfew will remain effect until February 10th 2021.
TURKS AND CAICOS PRE-DEPARTURE COVID-19 TESTING
Covid19 Test Sites for returning to or visiting the United States and Territories
Please see below a list of Turks and Caicos sites for traveler who are flying to the United States and Territories, sites where Covid 19 tests can be taken.
Jan 25, 2021
BVI PRE-DEPARTURE COVID-19 TESTING IN THE BRITISH VIRGIN ISLANDS
The British Virgin Islands’ testing protocols involve a RT PCR test within 5 days of travel to the Territory, a test upon arrival (Day 0) and a test on Day 4. Therefore, if visitors come to the British Virgin Islands for a visit of seven days or less, their testing requirements will already be met. If a longer stay is booked, our testing infrastructure is in place to facilitate this.
The British Virgin Islands Health Services Authority (BVIHSA) is the authority responsible for COVID-19 testing in the British Virgin Islands. They conduct RT-PCR Tests. If pre-travel testing is required by the country to which guests are travelling to from the BVI, the BVIHSA recommends emailing a request for appointment to covidrrt@outlook.com at least one week in advance of departure, indicating travel date and the testing requirement of that country (e.g., US is 72 hours). When on island, appointments for pre-departure testing should be made at least 3 days in advance of the appointment being requested. Guests should inform health service personnel of their departure date. Appointments can also be arranged when BVIHSA sets up the appointment for the Day 4 test. Guests can ask their front desk or concierge for assistance in arranging for pre-departure testing. To make an appointment directly with BVI Health Services Authority, call the COVID Medical Hotline at 284-852-7650 or 284-441-2384. Guests on the sister islands of Virgin Gorda and Jost Van Dyke can call 284-852-7700 and 284-346-1709 respectively.
The following are the COVID-19 testing sites in the Territory:
| Location | Facility | Contact | Hours |
| Virgin Gorda (Valley) | Nurse Iris O’Neal Clinic | 284-852-7700 | 8:30 am to 12:30 pm |
| Jost Van Dyke (Great Harbour) | Jost Van Dyke Clinic | 284-346-1709 | 9:00 am to 12:00 pm |
| Tortola (Road Town) | Dr. D. Orlando Smith Hospital (Tent Outside Emergency Entrance on 3rd Floor) | 284-852-7650 | 11:30 am until last appointment |
Currently testing is not carried out on Anegada but there are arrangements being made for this to happen including setting up of site and additional staffing.
The Welcome Centre at TB Lettsome International Airport on Beef Island is a testing site for arriving passengers only (they conduct Day 0 tests)
All samples are tested at the Dr. D. Orlando Smith Hospital Laboratory and test results are normally available within 24 hours. However, additional time should be allowed for tests not done on Tortola.
While a few private medical clinics offer PCR Testing, all samples collected are sent to the laboratory at the Dr. D. Orlando Smith Hospital.
The BVIHSA has recently launched its Medical Concierge Service for COVID-19 Testing which provides:
For reservations to arrange concierge service: email medicalconcierge@bvihsa.vg or telephone 284-440-3541.
Please note that the cost of pre-departure tests (currently $70) will be borne by the guest. BVIHSA Concierge service will incur extra costs including physician fee, transportation and service charge.
TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS
JANUARY 21, 2021
Domestic Flights in TCI
Inter-island travel, including for tourism purposes, is now permitted. Local domestic inter-island travel no longer requires the online authorization.
Haiti labs for PCR Test
Turks & Caicos Islands list the following approved PCR Test locations in Haiti.
SINT MAARTEN
JANUARY 21, 2021
UPDATED JANUARY 20 , 2021
The government of Sint Maarten has implemented a mandatory COVID-19 insurance for all travelers visiting Sint Maarten with the exception of residents and other type of travelers. The insurance purchasing process is an integrated step in the Electronic Health Authorization System (EHAS) application, and is sold only via the mandatory health form on www.stmaartenentry.com. The insurance cost is US$30 for stays not exceeding 180 days (Children ages 0-14 years US$10). The insurance cost is non-refundable unless you have made a duplicate purchase or you canceled your flight to Sint Maarten. The insurance must be paid every time you re-enter Sint Maarten. More info please visit www.sxmprotectionplan.com
BRITISH VIRGIN ISLANDS – NEW UPDATE – JANUARY 8, 2020
The British Virgin Islands have announced that the Territory will implement a travel ban to persons travelling from the Dominican Republic and the United Kingdom, effective immediately. Exception will be given to Nationals, Belongers, Residents, Work Permit Holders, Diplomats and persons permitted to reside in the territory.
All persons approved to travel to the BVI originating or transiting through the DR or the UK are required to provide a 5-day RTC-PCR Negative test prior to entry and must undergo a Mandatory 14-days quarantine and a testing regimen on the day of entry; on day 7 and finally on day 14 when in the Territory.
More info (English):
Mayor informacion (Español):
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DECEMBER 31, 2020
GRENADA
Effective January 1, 2021 – Travelers to Grenada are required to prepay or pay on arrival a mandatory charge of $150.00. See attached notification from Government of Grenada.
Testing Fee of 150.00 USD to be implemented for Grenada
CUBA
We are advised by Civil Aviation Authorities that due to the increase in imported cases of Covid19, a reduction in flights is being restricted to counter the volume of imported positive cases into the community. Your flight may be canceled or re-booked.
CUBA
Effective Jan 10, 2021 all travelers arriving into Cuba are required to come with a PCT-RT negative test result. You will continue to be subject to a Covid test on arrival and initial quarantine requirement.
DOMINICAN REPUBLIC
The Dominican Republic informs of change to an electronic system for entry into the country as a mandatory requirement from February 1, 2021. This replaces the paper-based system of forms and is available now to use electronically.
See – . https://eticket.migracion.gob.do/
See here for introduction to this new electronic form and advise on some problems with completing on an Apple Device. (https://www.godominicanrepublic.com/newsroom/coronavirus/)
ANTIGUA
As posted to our social media sites. Antigua has advised that no persons coming from the Dominican Republic as a point of origin may enter into Antigua on or before March 16th, as advised by official notice from the Airport Authority on behalf of the Government. No flights are bookable during this period. Any customer affected do please contact us for rescheduling or refunding.
PUERTO RICO
Puerto Rico Entry Requirement Update Jan 4, 2021
Be advised that Puerto Rico requires a travel authorization for arrival or intransit travel.
please see below and visit the following link –
In lieu of the mandatory 14-day quarantine, customers traveling to Puerto Rico may provide a negative molecular COVID-19 test result from a test taken within 72 hours of arrival via the Travel Declaration Form
Customers arriving to Puerto Rico that have not been tested before arrival will be provided a Testing Authorization upon submission of the Traveler Declaration Form in order to authorize testing locally, at the customer’s own expense. The customer must quarantine for the duration of their stay or until tested locally and confirmation of results are properly submitted to the Puerto Rico Department of Health. It’s highly recommended to get tested prior to arriving on the island given the limited resources.
• Quarantine: All customers traveling to San Juan, PR (SJU) are required to quarantine for 14 days unless a negative molecular COVID-19 test result from a test taken within 72 hours of arrival is provided via the Travel Declaration Form.
Customers who have been tested within 72 hours prior to arrival but are awaiting confirmation of molecular COVID19 test results will need to quarantine until the results come in and are digitally submitted to the Puerto Rico Department of Health.
• Documentation: All customers traveling to San Juan, PR (SJU) are required to present
a completed Puerto Rico Department of Health form upon arrival. Please fill out and
submit the Travel Declaration Form online or Kiosks are also available for travelers to fill out the form upon arrival. The form is a requirement to exit
the airport.
• Health Screening: All travelers will be required to interact daily with the Puerto Rico Department of Health’s automated system for traveler vigilance and monitoring. Visitors will be required to respond to a simple set of questions related to current symptoms daily.
