In total, more than 50 countries are open to travelers from the USA
If you have any plans to go abroad in the near future, we provide a list of the countries currently open to Americans. Different countries have different regulations and we have selected the ones that currently have the lowest entry requirements.
Because the pandemic can develop quickly, be sure to check the official U.S. traveler sources at your destination before booking a trip. Kiwi.com offers flexible booking and COVID-19 travel insurance Options.
Vacation in the Caribbean
The Caribbean has been a popular choice for many US travelers. Given the short travel times from the USA, the breathtaking nature and the breathtaking beaches, which Caribbean country is currently an option to travel?
Belize
Belize lies in a dimple in the Caribbean and enables US travelers to cross borders. Visitors are encouraged to download and complete this Belize Health App within 72 hours of arrival. It is necessary to provide a negative PCR test performed within 96 hours of travel or a negative rapid test no older than 48 hours prior to travel. It is also possible to get tested on site for USD 50 per passenger.
Belize is now too Acceptance of proof of vaccination Against COVID-19 – The last dose should be given at least two weeks before departure.
Costa Rica
For Central American Costa Rica, international visitors must fill out the digital form Health passport for every passenger, including minors. Tourists from the USA no longer need to present a negative test result to participate. However, you will need to purchase travel insurance that will cover potential medical treatment and quarantine costs following COVID-19.
Dominican Republic
A beach and golf paradise overlooking the Caribbean Sea from the east allows US visitors to enter without the need to isolate themselves or even show a negative test result. Officers may randomly request a brief breath test on a small number of visitors, including those who show symptoms, on arrival and departure.
Starting April 1st, travelers will be asked to fill out a digital form for one E-ticket.
Guatemala
Guatemala borders Mexico and is open to US travelers who have a negative test result, have recovered from COVID-19, or have been vaccinated against COVID-19.
All passengers ten years or older traveling by land or air must present a negative PCR or rapid test not older than 72 hours prior to check-in at the airport or arrival at the land border. Alternatively, travelers can provide evidence that they have recovered from COVID-19 in the past three months or complete immunization at least two weeks prior to their trip to Guatemala.
From Southeast Asia to the Middle East
Some countries across Asia have opened up to international tourists with relatively few restrictions, while some – like Cambodia, Nepal or Sri Lanka – are slower to move forward with stricter regulations and others are not yet open to tourism. Here is a list of countries in Asia with low restrictions for US travelers.
The Maldives
With its archipelagic geography and a focus on health and safety, the Maldives is one of the ideal travel destinations to visit right now. At the end of 2020, the island nation received an international “Safe Travels Stamp”, which ensures the trust of travelers in the choice of the Maldives as a safe travel destination.
Like on the US mission to the MaldivesUS travelers are allowed to enter the country with a negative PCR test and do not need to be quarantined upon arrival.
United Arab Emirates
US travelers are allowed to enter the United Arab Emirates and Dubai upon submission of a negative PCR test within 96 hours of departure. Children under the age of 12 could be exempt from this obligation official website.
Visitors can obtain a tourist visa upon arrival in Dubai and Abu Dhabi. These are usually valid for 30 days.
Turkey
Culturally diverse Turkey, which connects Asia and Europe, is open to US citizens who present a negative PCR test result no older than 72 hours prior to their flight. No quarantine on arrival is currently required, but travelers are required to fill out an “Form to Enter Turkey” information form and undergo a health screening. More details can be found on the US Embassy website.
Dab in and across continental Africa
With its diverse cultures and landscapes, Africa has been a place of awe for a growing number of international tourists. In which countries on and outside the continent can US travelers travel?
Egypt
With a distance of 5,600 miles between New York and Cairo, Egyptian officials recognize the long travel and transit times between the two countries. For this reason, the validity of a test result for people from North America has been extended to 96 hours. The US Embassy website advises a period of less than 96 hours between the test and departure. It is necessary to bring a paper copy as a digital copy will not be accepted.
Travelers to Sharm El Sheikh can enter without a prior test and will be tested upon arrival. They must be quarantined until they find out the test result or if they test positive.
Namibia
More and more popular with international visitors, Namibia currently allows non-Namibian travelers to enter the country without the need for quarantine. You must provide a negative PCR test result that is no more than seven days old.
Senegal
The West African Senegal, known for its beaches and the Paris-Dakar rally, allows US travelers to enter the country. Anyone over two years old must have a negative COVID-19 test result, with the test occurring within five days before entering the country. There is no self-isolation requirement, but travelers may be asked to fill out the passenger location form.
Seychelles
Officially, travelers from the USA are not yet allowed to enter the archipelago off the coast of East Africa. However, The Seychelles have opened to fully vaccinated tourists, including from the USA. It is necessary to wait at least two weeks after the last dose and before traveling to show a negative PCR test result no older than 72 hours.
Explore Europe and the Balkans
Only a handful of European countries are open to US travelers. Malta, Montenegro and Ireland are open under strict regulations and vacationing there may only offer a limited experience. Which countries can US travelers visit without a fuss?
Albania
With the summer in Europe approaching, the coastal country of Albania is not yet particularly popular with tourists, but offers numerous archaeological sites, opportunities for mountain hiking and short vacations at sea. US travelers can enter the country for tourism without quarantine or proof of a negative PCR test.
Serbia
The interior of the Balkan Peninsula is open to international travelers, including those from the USA. A negative PCR test no older than 48 hours must be demonstrated and no quarantine is required. Visit the Website of the US Embassy in Serbia for more details.
Travel in South America
Some South American countries that are home to Machu Picchu, Uyuni Salt Flats or the great geoglyphs Nazca Lines have been reluctant to open to international tourists or have strict entry requirements. The following countries may be an option to consider when planning a future trip.
Bolivia
Foreigners including US travelers arriving in the country are may enter with a negative PCR test result that you submit before your flight and that cannot be older than 10 days if you are from North America. Health exams are performed at various entry points, but self-isolation is not required.
Ecuador
Sitting right on the equator on the west coast of South America, Ecuador requires a negative test result made within ten days of entering the country. It is also possible to have a test done on arrival and self-isolate while waiting for the results. Airports can run random quick tests regardless of whether there is a negative test result.
Return to the USA and entry into the USA
All passengers traveling to the United States by air, including US citizens and permanent residents, must undergo testing at least three days prior to departure of their flight and submit the test result to the airline. According to the CDCIt is now also possible to provide evidence of recovery after a virus test positive.
Whether you want to travel in the near future or wait for the global situation to stabilize, check out the official websites and resources for the latest information and travel advice.
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