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Countries Open to Vaccinated Tourists: Complete List – August 2021

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Countries Open to Vaccinated Tourists: Complete List – August 2021

Loads of misinformation on social media has wreaked havoc regarding some potential discrimination against people who, for a variety of reasons, will not be able to take the coronavirus vaccine.

It’s been said that such individuals may be unable to freely book tickets and travel around. The truth is that most open countries also take visitors who can produce a negative COVID-19 test.

32 Countries Open to Vaccinated Tourists

Vaccination progress in the world
Vaccination progress in the world

Powerful economic blocs such as the European Union expect that 70% of its citizens will be vaccinated by the end of summer. So, there is not plenty of room for potential discriminations.

On the other hand, most countries have the imperative need to vaccinate their citizens before the new highly contagious strains of COVID-19 make their way to their territories. 

Here is the list of countries that have already announced or reopened for tourism for vaccinated travelers.

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Countries and territories open to vaccinated travelers

Phuket, (Thailand)

Phuket, Thailand
Phuket, Thailand

Phuket, Thailand’s famous resort island, started to welcome back tourists on July 1.  

Under the scheme called “Phuket Sandbox”, fully vaccinated visitors from pre-approved countries can visit the island without having to undergo mandatory quarantine. 

Entry requirements 

Notice that visitors staying less than 14 days in Phuket won’t be allowed to travel to the rest of the country. While those staying longer, will get to travel to Thailand after that period.

Read our full post: Thailand to reopen for fully vaccinated travelers

Schengen Area

With the Delta variant spreading across the Schengen Area, some European countries have been imposing restrictions on and off, but in general, all countries are open to EU citizens who are either vaccinated or tested negative for COVID-19. 

As long as the epidemiological situation outside EU and Schengen countries improves, some members have decided to welcome back double-vaccinated travelers from third party countries such as the U.S. and the U.K. 

As of today, Italy, France, Spain, Greece, Cyprus, Croatia, Portugal including Madeira, Germany, Austria, Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Ireland, Malta, Slovenia, Switzerland, and England but Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland are open to fully vaccinated people from third-party countries.

England

England
England

The UK is set to drop quarantine restrictions for double-jabbed visitors from the US and EU countries on Aug. 2.

Conditions apply. Those willing to travel to the U.K. must know that only people who received an EU-approved vaccine in EU Member States, European Free Trade Association countries, Andorra, Monaco, the Vatican City and the USA will be permitted entry. 

Although visitors will no longer need to quarantine, they are still required to produce a negative COVID-19 test on day two of their arrival. 

Due to a surge in COVID cases, visitors with travel history to France will need to quarantine for 10 days and produce 2 additionally negative COVID-19 tests. The first on day two and the second on day 8. 

Read our full post: UK reopens and drops quarantine for vaccinated US and EU tourists from Aug. 2

Ireland

The Cliffs of Mother, Ireland
The Cliffs of Mother, Ireland

Travelers eager to take a trip across Ireland’s astonishing landscape and beautiful small villages can come back to the country if fully vaccinated.

Ireland finally reopened for tourism on July 19. As of today, U.K., U.S., and EU travelers who have received two full series of an approved COVID-19 vaccine and can produce a certificate can enter the country without test or quarantine. 

Unvaccinated travelers from outside the EU, including those who are not eligible to get a vaccine will need to bring a negative COVID-10 test, take another one upon arrival and quarantine while the results return negative. 

Both vaccinated and unvaccinated people visiting from “high-risk” countries will need to hotel quarantine for 14 days.

Grenada

Grenada
Grenada

This Caribbean island has reopened for tourism but, effective July 31, only vaccinated travelers will be allowed entry. 

Those able to present proof of vaccination, still need to quarantine for up to 48 hours or until they can produce a negative COVID-19 test.

Entry requirements:

  • Pre-book an approved accommodation for quarantine on arrival
  • Pre-pay for COVID test
  • Apply for a Pure Safe Travel Certificate
  • Negative COVID-19 test taken within 3 days of travel

Most countries allowing vaccinated travelers won’t allow children who are not eligible to get a vaccine. In the case of Grenada, the island treats 13 year old kids and younger as vaccinated ones. 

Italy

Rome, Italy
Rome, Italy

Italy, one of the most iconic European destinations of the last 2,000 years, is open for tourism to multiple countries including the U.S., Canada and Japan as of June 21. 

For now, fully vaccinated travelers from a number of countries are allowed entry. These must get Italy’s Green Pass, a certificate that demonstrates the visitor tested negative for COVID-19, is fully vaccinated or recovered from the virus within the six months prior to arrival. (Source)

Italy has classified all countries into 5 lists. Most entry restrictions depend on the visitor’s country of departure.

To learn more about these lists, check our full post Italy reopening for tourism – Entry requirements

Morocco

Taghazout, Morocco

This hot African destination is open to vaccinated travelers from multiple countries from June 15. 

The government created two lists for people visiting Morocco. List A gathers countries with “a stable epidemiological situation” and list B, those unable to control the pandemic so far. 

List A includes the U.K., all European Union countries (except Lithuania), U.S., Canada, Russia, China and any UN member country that does not appear on list B. These lists are set to be updated on a weekly basis. 

Travelers from list A need to submit a negative COVID-19 test or proof of vaccination and those coming from list B must additionally quarantine at a government-approved hotel. (Source: Morocco Gov).

Check our full post: Morocco reopened for tourism – Entry requirements

Greece

Oia, Greece
Oia, Greece

Its internationally celebrated islands, pristine sugar-sand beaches with crystal-clear waters, lakes, forests, mountains and history should be enough for travelers to put Greece in their bucket list from June. 

Greece has recently reopened for vaccinated travelers from multiple countries with just a few requirements. Submitting proof of an approved vaccine certificate or a negative COVID-19 test taken no older than 72 hours prior to arrival is enough to be allowed entry. 

This is the list of countries that can enter Greece so far:

The E.U. and Schengen areas, United States, U.K., Israel, Serbia, United Arab Emirates, New Zealand, Australia, South Korea, Thailand, Rwanda, Singapore, Russia, North Macedonia, Canada, Belarus, Bahrain, Qatar, China, Kuwait, Ukraine and Saudi Arabia.

Also read: Greece is open to tourist from multiple countries

Spain

Spain, Barcelona
Sagrada Familia, Barcelona, Spain

The world-renowned cities of Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia and Seville, plus the Mediterranean beaches in Costa Del Sol, Tenerife, the Balearic Islands and Costa Brava are just a few of the places vaccinated visitors can enjoy from June 7 in Spain. 

Few days ago, Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez confirmed it “From June 7, tourists from other countries with which there is not complete free movement (non-EU), among them the United States, will be able to enter Spain provided they count on a certificate showing they have received their full COVID-19 vaccinations.” (sic).

The list of documents that accredit health requirements is not difficult to get. One of these 3 should be enough to be welcomed to Spain: 

  • Certificate of being fully vaccinated
  • Negative COVID19 test certificate issued in the previous 48 hours (PCR or antigens.)
  • Certificate of having recovered from COVID19.

Note: visitors from the U.K. are exempt from all entry requirements. 

Also read: Spain reopened for vaccinated tourists on June 7

France

Paris, France
Paris, France

France has released its reopening strategy for all vaccinated tourists who want to come visit its city of love and – of course – the rest of its beautiful tourist venues from June 9.  

The French government made some entry changes last week. Effective July 17, unvaccinated travelers from Spain, the U.K., Portugal, Cyprus, the Netherlands and Greece must present a negative COVID-19 test taken only 24 hours upon arrival. 

Tunisia, Mozambique, Cuba and Indonesia were added to the red list. From June 9, there won’t be any travel requirements for vaccinated travelers from green-listed countries.

Visitors from third-party orange-listed countries must bring a negative COVID-19 test taken no older than 72 hours or a vaccine certificate. 

People coming from red-listed countries can only visit for pressing reasons. Quarantine, vaccine certificate, and a negative COVID-19 test will be required.

This list will be constantly updated according to the French government. “From June 9, France and foreign countries will be reopened according to terms that vary depending on the health situation in third countries and the vaccination of travelers.” 

Keep updated on France travel restrictions here: France reopens for tourism from June 9

Anguilla

Anguilla, British overseas territory

Effective May 25, Anguilla reopened its doors to vaccinated travelers after a temporary spike in cases that forced authorities to close the country’s borders. 

Determined to recover its place as one the safest places to visit during COVID-19, (It’s at level 2 risk but used to be at level 1 according to the CDC), Anguilla authorities require visitors to apply for a pre-arrival permission, bring a negative COVID-19 test taken within 3-5 days prior to departure, get an additional test on arrival and undergo a reduced quarantine of only 7 days.   

From July 1, it is expected that fully vaccinated travelers will not need to quarantine or to get retested on arrival.  

The British Virgin Islands

The British Virgin Islands

Consistently rated as a collection of the most exclusive islands in the world, this British overseas territory is now open for vaccinated tourists without quarantine requirements. 

Starting May 15, visitors who have received two doses of a vaccine against COVID-19 don’t need to quarantine, if the test they must take on arrival returns negative. 

This is the complete list of updated rules vaccinated travelers need to follow to enter the British Virgin Islands:

  • BVI Gateway Traveler Authorization Certificate at a cost of $105.00.
  • Proof of a negative RT-PCR COVID-19 test taken 3-5 days before arrival
  • Proof of vaccination status.
  • RT-PCR COVID-19 testing upon arrival and quarantine if the test returns positive. 

Travelers from India or Brazil remain barred until further notice.

Georgia

Vaccinated travelers from all countries have been welcomed back to visit this paradise for hiking and camping lovers called Georgia since February 21, 2021. 

These travelers are unconditionally admitted if arriving by air with their vaccine certificate confirming they have received two doses of a vaccine against COVID-19 or one dose in the case of Janssen. 

Unvaccinated travelers arriving from Armenia, Azerbaijan, Bahrain, Belarus, the European Union, Israel, Kazakhstan, Norway, Northern Ireland, Qatar, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Switzerland, Turkey, Ukraine, United Arab Emirates, the United Kingdom, or the United States must present a negative COVID-19 PCR.  

On their third day in Georgia, travelers must take a second PCR test.

None of these benefits have been extended to visitors from India or Brazil who remain banned from visiting the country.

Tahiti

Tahiti

The Islands of Tahiti have decided to waive quarantine requirements for travelers who have been vaccinated against Covid-19 or can demonstrate they have recently recovered from the illness. 

This benefit will take effect from today (May 1). The government also announced U.S. travelers will be welcome back to the country starting this week. 

There are a couple of important rules travelers need to be aware of, though. All visitors still need to bring a negative COVID-19 test result taken within 72 before arrival. If they don’t do it, they will need to undergo a 10-day quarantine. Additionally, families with children aged 6 to 16 need to quarantine too since those are not eligible for a COVID-19 vaccine. 

Bahamas

Nassau, Bahamas
Nassau, Bahamas

Starting May 1, Bahamas will welcome international visitors who have received two doses of a COVID-19 vaccine two weeks before arrival. These visitors are exempt from testing or quarantine requirements. However, during their stay, they still need to observe some biosecurity protocols implemented by the government. 

All travelers (vaccinated or not) will still be required to upload proof of vaccination on the Bahamas Health Travel Visa, through the Government of the Bahamas website here.

Non vaccinated travelers need to bring proof of a negative COVID-19 test taken no longer than 5 days prior to departure and take an additional one upon arrival. 

Barbados

Barbados
Barbados

Vaccinated travelers can visit Barbados ONLY IF they have received one the four government-approved vaccines 14 days prior to their trip. These are AstraZeneca, Pfizer, Moderna or Johnson & Johnson.

Visitors will still need to agree to a couple of quarantine days at their own expense while waiting for the COVID-19 test that must be taken upon arrival. Once travelers receive their negative results they will be free to enjoy the entire island country with only a few restrictions. 

Keep in touch to learn about other vaccines that are soon to be approved by the Barbados government. 

Croatia

Croatia port
Croatia port

Starting April 2, fully vaccinated travelers will be allowed to visit Croatia without having to undergo the 14-day mandatory quarantine or submit a negative COVID-19 test result.

Travelers must keep in mind that this benefit only applies to visitors who were vaccinated 14 or more days prior to arrival in the country according to Croatia’s Ministry of the Interior.

Nepal

Mount Everest

Nepal closed its borders to international travelers on May 5 following a spike in coronavirus cases. As of today, the country is only open to visitors from China, Qatar, Turkey and the U.S.

All travelers must obtain a tourist visa from a Nepali diplomatic mission in their home countries. 

Allowed visitors must submit a negative COVID-19 test taken 72 hours before arrival, undergo a 10-day mandatory quarantine, and get retested a few times during their time in isolation.

Ecuador 

Galapagos Islands, Ecuador
Galapagos Islands, Ecuador

Ecuador it’s the 15th nation to join the growing club of countries allowing vaccinated visitors to bypass the quarantine requirement. Starting March 22, all visitors who can produce a COVID-19 vaccine certificate issued 14 prior to arrival will be welcomed not only to the mainland but also to the renowned Galapagos Islands without quarantine. 

According to the latest decree published on March 17, other non-vaccinated travelers are still allowed entry but need to submit a negative COVID test result and agree to undergo a 14-day quarantine. Also people who have recovered from COVID-19, 30 days prior to arrival (and can prove they have already recovered) will have the same treatment as vaccinated travelers. 

Montenegro

Montenegro

Montenegro is open for vaccinated tourists without any travel restrictions from March 15. Travelers can skip quarantine and proof of negative COVID test by showing proof of a COVID-19 vaccination.

The 2nd dose of vaccination must be taken at least 7 days before arrival in Montenegro.

Estonia

Estonia

Estonia has dropped mandatory 10-day quarantine for vaccinated travelers and also those that can prove the recovery from COVID in the last 6 months.

The country accepts vaccinations from 9 different suppliers (including Moderna, Pfizer-BioNTech or Oxford-AstraZeneca). The certificate must be in English, Russian or Estonian language.

Those arriving with a doctor’s certificate of recovery will also need a negative PCR test taken no longer than 72-hours before arrival.

Effective June 1, the country will also admit people without COVID-19 symptoms who arrive from the Schengen area or the United Kingdom. The mandatory quarantine will depend on the infection rate in the travelers’ country of departure. (Source).

Belize

Cay Caulker Belize
Cay Caulker Belize

Belize has announced that -under Regulation 25- the country waived entry testing restrictions to travelers who can produce proof of vaccination against COVID-19.

The government also mentioned that American tourists -their most important tourists market- are now allowed to enter the country with no restrictions only by presenting a COVID-19 Vaccination Record Card issued by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) after being immunized.

“…This card includes medical information about the vaccine you received, the date of vaccination, and where you were vaccinated,” the report reads. Notice that visitors should demonstrate that the last dose was administered at least 2 weeks prior to the arrival date.

These vaccinated travelers can now upload their results before boarding to make their check in easier. Visitors should consult their airline regarding this matter. 

For detailed info check the full post on Belize opening for tourism.

Cyprus

Cyprus

The policy was set to take effect early in March. However, the government has now said that the country will allow vaccinated travelers from Israel on April 1, and from the UK on May 1, only. The date on which other countries will be included is yet to be confirmed. 

Widely known for its warm weather and bewildering beaches, Cyprus was the first European Country to openly announce its plans to lift quarantine and testing requirements for all vaccinated visitors.

According to Transport Minister Yiannis Karousos, The government expects to increase the number of international visitors and to “further boost the interest of airline companies to carry out additional flights to Cyprus and improve connectivity.”

Lithuania

Vilnius, Lithuania
Vilnius, Lithuania

Effective March 10, all people visiting Lithuania who have been vaccinated against COVID-19 or have recovered from the virus “on the basis of a positive SARS-CoV-2 PCR test or antigen test result,” can visit the country without testing or quarantine restrictions. 

However, from the same date on, all visitors, residents or returning nationals will be requested to submit a negative Covid-19 test taken up to 72 hours prior to arrival if they cannot produce a vaccination certification. 

All these documents must be translated into Lithuanian, English or Russian.

Please note that this vaccination exemption only applies to EU and Schengen area visitors and 7 third-party nations suggested by the EU. (These countries will be updated regularly, travelers must consult with their embassies). 

Guatemala

Atitlan, Guatemala

This country in Central America is the first one of the region to lift all movement and entry restrictions for travelers who have been vaccinated against COVID.

These travelers will need to show the document that certifies that they have received both doses of the vaccine at least 14 days before their arrival in the country. 

All other travelers will need to show proof of a negative COVID-19 test result obtained in the 72 hours before their arrival. In addition, all those who have been to the U.K. or South Africa in the 14 days prior will need to self-isolate in their chosen residence.

Iceland

Ice cave, Iceland

Iceland is open to vaccinated travelers and will drop testing requirements from July 1. 

Cold-weather-but-warm-people Iceland is already accepting visitors without quarantine or COVID-19 test -only if- those travelers come from countries where the incidence of infection does not surpass 700 per 100,000 population even if the traveler is fully vaccinated.

Visitors must be able to demonstrate what type of vaccines they took, how many doses and when. Border Control officials will make sure that travelers who have taken only one coronavirus shot will not be allowed entry without restrictions. 

Those who choose not to get vaccinated, will need to pre-register, take two COVID-19 tests after arrival and undergo mandatory quarantine until the end of the whole process.

Check our full post – Iceland is open for tourism and will drop testing from July 1

Lebanon

Blue Mosque, Lebanon

Lebanon has an exceptionally rich history showcased in its multicultural architecture, unique cuisine and warm people.

International tourists can enjoy Lebanon once again since the country has lifted quarantine requirements for travelers who have been vaccinated (and have the document to prove it). Vaccinated travelers still need to submit a negative COVID-19 test result.

As of right now, visitors from all countries are allowed entry as long as they obtain a visa. Some categories of travelers can even get one on arrival. 

Non-vaccinated individuals will need to get tested twice (96 hours before departure and once again on arrival) and agree to a 72-hour quarantine.

Poland

Rynek Główny, Kraków, Poland

Poland’s numerous museums and beautiful architecture, as well as its natural attractions are again easily available to immunized travelers.

Since December 28, all incoming travelers who can show proof of vaccination against COVID-19 are exempted from quarantine and testing.

The country is not fully open yet. It still maintains a list of approved countries and only nationals from said countries are allowed entry.

Visitors from approved countries who are not immunized but have proof of negative COVID-19 test results can also forgo quarantine requirements.

Moldova

Moldova
Moldova

Starting on March 5, people who have received two doses of a COVID-19 vaccine are allowed to enter the country without restrictions. This includes visitors from “high-risk countries”. Visitors from these countries are normally not permitted to enter the territory.

On the other hand, also effective on March 5, all allowed visitors must bring a negative COVID-19 test taken 72 hours prior to arrival. If they don’t, they will be forced to quarantine for 14 days upon arrival. 

Romania 

Man biking in Romania

Home to snow-capped mounts, forests, Black Sea beaches and a haven for the biodiverse ecotourism, Romania is one of the most biogeographically fascinating countries in the entire European Union.

Heavily impacted by COVID-19 in terms of economy and lost lives, Romanian government has decided to open up its doors again to all tourists who have taken the second dose of a coronavirus vaccine 10 days upon arrival. 

Seychelles

Seychelles beach

Blessed with tropical weather all year round, exotic cuisine, and world-class scuba diving, the 115 islands in the Indian Ocean that make up Seychelles are a must-see for all active travelers. 

On Jan. 14, the country announced that it has reopened for vaccinated tourists from all over the world. All incomers must show proof of an “authentic vaccination certificate.” It must reflect the visitor has already taken 2 doses of one of the four most popular vaccines.  

Travelers able to produce such a certificate are welcomed to the country, however, they will need to bring proof of a negative COVID-19 test result taken no more than 72 hours prior to arrival. 

Slovenia

Small island in Slovenia

On February 12 Slovenia announced that visitors from the EU and Schengen area who have been vaccinated against COVID-19 can freely enter the country, no quarantines or tests required. This also applies to people who have recovered from the virus and bring proof (certified by a doctor).

They will need a certificate showing they have received both doses, the last one, at least 14 days after the second dose of Moderna, 21 days after the AstraZeneca, and 7 days after the Pfizer-BioNTech. 

Travelers from other countries will still need to abide by the restrictions and regulations for now. Many countries are still banned and others are required to quarantine for 14 or 10 days depending on their epidemiological situation.

Countries open for vaccinated tourists – Coming soon

As vaccination campaigns advance worldwide travelers can expect this list to grow in the weeks to come.

Public and private representatives of the tourism industry in countries like Denmark, Greece, Nepal, and Australia have stated that vaccinated tourists are not a risk and could be allowed entry.

Thailand

Phuket reopened for vaccinated tourists on July 1. The rest of the country is set to reopen in mid-October according to the government.

Check out full post – Thailand to reopen for tourism on July 1

Taiwan

Taiwanese Health Minister has stated that the plan to start reopening for vaccinated travelers is on the table. All visitors will need confirmation of two-shots of vaccination and a negative PCR COVID test.

Some other governments would rather wait until a good chunk of their population is immunized against the virus before lifting their current restrictions for vaccinated and unvaccinated visitors.

Bali (Indonesia) 

According to deputy Minister of Tourism and Creative Economy Angela Tanoesoedibjo, the Indonesian government is actively working on creating travel bubbles that allows them a bigger reopening by October.

The country will reopen some “green areas” in Bali around August. 

The government expects to establish reciprocal agreements with countries with low rates of infection and high vaccination rates. Local news is reporting that vaccinated travelers would be among the first people to be allowed back in the country. 

Israel 

Israel will reopen to fully vaccinated travelers in September. Visitors must be fully vaccinated and able to produce a negative COVID-19 test result. 

Check our post – Israel to reopen for fully vaccinated travers on July

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