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Travelban, new rules and unexpected flying restrictions:

Latest country restrictions:

Total doses
given
805.5K
People fully
vaccinated
290.2K
% Fully
vaccinated
77.82%
Public Place:
25/07/2021 Restaurants; bars etc. will close at 23:00 (places must be emptied before midnight) and the maximum number of guests will be 100 persons in each compartment. Alcoholic beverages shall be served to seated customers.; 28/08/2021 Restaurants are allowed to receive 200 customers in the same space. Guests’ seating order shall be recorded pursuant to the provisions of the regulation.; 15/09/2021 Restaurants licensed to serve alcohol may remain open until midnight; admitting up to 500 people and imposing the one-metre social distancing rules. All diners must be registered by name; ID No. and telephone number. Alcoholic beverages are to be...
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Pre-travel testing (vaccinated): None
Pre-travel testing (unvaccinated): None
Test on arrival (vaccinated): None
Test on arrival (unvaccinated): None
Total doses
given
805.5K
People fully
vaccinated
290.2K
% Fully
vaccinated
77.82%
Public Place:
25/07/2021 Museums can admit 75% of the maximum number of allowed guests. Sports exercises and tournaments for children and adults will be allowed; with and without contact; with a maximum number of 100 people. Stage performances and comparable activities and functions are allowed with up to 100 persons on stage. Maximum number of guests will be 200 persons in each compartment; such as in cinema.; 28/08/2021 Museums are allowed to run at maximum capacity according to the conditions of their operating license subject to the 1 metre rule. The one metre rule will also cease to apply among spectators at...
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Pre-travel testing (vaccinated): None
Pre-travel testing (unvaccinated): None
Test on arrival (vaccinated): None
Test on arrival (unvaccinated): None
Total doses
given
805.5K
People fully
vaccinated
290.2K
% Fully
vaccinated
77.82%
Public Place:
22/12/2021 Pharmacies; grocery stores and other stores may accept up to 50 people. In addition 5 persons are allowed for each 10 m2 of space to the maximum of 500 customers in their premises; as long as it is possible to ensure at least 1 metre between persons who are unrelated.; 25/02/2022 All public restrictions due to the COVID-19 pandemic will be lifted.;
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Pre-travel testing (vaccinated): None
Pre-travel testing (unvaccinated): None
Test on arrival (vaccinated): None
Test on arrival (unvaccinated): None
Total doses
given
805.5K
People fully
vaccinated
290.2K
% Fully
vaccinated
77.82%
Schools/Univercity closure:
22/12/2021 The maximum number of people allowed in the same location is 50 persons in all school activities but children born in 2016 are exempt from the rule. Children born in 2006 or later do not have to wear a mask. Employees in nursery schools and day-care parents are not obliged to wear a mask interacting with children. Primary school teachers are allowed to take down the mask when the class is seated in the classroom. Students and teachers in upper secondary schools are allowed to take down the mask when the class is seated in the classroom. Mixing between...
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Pre-travel testing (vaccinated): None
Pre-travel testing (unvaccinated): None
Test on arrival (vaccinated): None
Test on arrival (unvaccinated): None
Total doses
given
805.5K
People fully
vaccinated
290.2K
% Fully
vaccinated
77.82%
Movement Restrictions:
27/11/21 The Chief Epidemiologist for Iceland recommends that residents of Iceland avoid unnecessary travel to certain African countries (Botswana; Eswatini; Lesotho; Mozambique; Namibia; South Africa; Zimbabwe) and advises unvaccinated residents of Iceland against travel to COVID-19 risk areas unless strictly necessary. 25/02/2022 All public restrictions due to the COVID-19 pandemic will be lifted; both domestically and at the border.;
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Pre-travel testing (vaccinated): None
Pre-travel testing (unvaccinated): None
Test on arrival (vaccinated): None
Test on arrival (unvaccinated): None
Total doses
given
805.5K
People fully
vaccinated
290.2K
% Fully
vaccinated
77.82%
Quarantine:
On 25 January 2021; Iceland announced the introduction of COVID-19 Digital vaccine certificates. Those presenting such a certificate are exempt from official border restrictions and are therefore not obliged to undergo a screening. From 18 March 2021; the exemption from border measures for vaccinated individuals is extended to non-Schengen countries. Iceland has announced that from 1 May it will use the ECDC risk assessment colour code at the border. From that time travellers from low-risk areas (green and yellow) will be exempt from quarantine measures if they present a negative PCR result at the border. Since 16 February; a negative...
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Pre-travel testing (vaccinated): None
Pre-travel testing (unvaccinated): None
Test on arrival (vaccinated): None
Test on arrival (unvaccinated): None
Total doses
given
805.5K
People fully
vaccinated
290.2K
% Fully
vaccinated
77.82%
Movement Restrictions:
27/07/2021 All vaccinated persons and those that can present a certificate of a prior COVID-19 infection must present a negative PCR or antigen (rapid) test that is no more than 72 hours old before departure to Iceland. Unvaccinated individuals will continue to be required to present negative PCR test results no more than 72 hours old and undergo double PCR screening with a five-day quarantine in between.;16/08/2021 Vaccinated passengers with ties to Iceland must undergo PCR/Rapid testing within 48 hours of arrival in Iceland.; 25/02/2022 All public restrictions due to the COVID-19 pandemic will be lifted; both domestically and at...
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Pre-travel testing (vaccinated): None
Pre-travel testing (unvaccinated): None
Test on arrival (vaccinated): None
Test on arrival (unvaccinated): None
Total doses
given
805.5K
People fully
vaccinated
290.2K
% Fully
vaccinated
77.82%
Public Place:
On 25 May the requirement to wear face masks will be relaxed; for example; it will be abolished in shops and workplaces. The requirement will apply only at events where guests or audience members are seated; i.e. at stage performances; in cinemas; in church; at sporting events and other similar gatherings. Face-masks must also be worn by those performing services where proximity is inevitable; such as hairdressing salons; massage facilities and similar places. Healthcare facilities may make more stringent demands regarding the use of face masks; 25/07/2021 A requirement to wear face masks is introduced indoors and where it is...
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Pre-travel testing (vaccinated): None
Pre-travel testing (unvaccinated): None
Test on arrival (vaccinated): None
Test on arrival (unvaccinated): None
Total doses
given
805.5K
People fully
vaccinated
290.2K
% Fully
vaccinated
77.82%
Quarantine:
01/07/21 Quarantine rules changed so that those who have been vaccinated; or have a history of previous infection; do not have to quarantine. ; 29/10/21 Amended rules on quarantine and isolation take effect. Isolation may be shortened to up to 7 days if certain conditions are met; but quarantine may be reduced to no less than 5 days.; 30/12/2021 With the change in regulations; the isolation of individuals who have been diagnosed with COVID-19 is thus shortened to 7 days. If; on the other hand; the doctors of Landspítali's COVID-19 outpatient department consider it necessary to extend the isolation of...
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Pre-travel testing (vaccinated): None
Pre-travel testing (unvaccinated): None
Test on arrival (vaccinated): None
Test on arrival (unvaccinated): None
Total doses
given
154.5M
People fully
vaccinated
53.2M
% Fully
vaccinated
78.44%
Public Place:
Festivals and standing concerts may resume on 30 Jun 2021 with a dedicated protocol: a) limit of 75% will apply indoors; while outdoors it will be 100% b) a health pass will be required from 1;000 spectators; whether for the outdoors or indoor concerts c) wearing a mask will be compulsory when the number of spectators is less than 1000; for events without compulsory health pass d) for events where the health pass will be in force; above 1;000 people; wearing a mask will not be compulsory but will remain recommended.; 03/01/2022 From January 3; 2022 and for 3 weeks;...
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Pre-travel testing (vaccinated): None
Pre-travel testing (unvaccinated): None
Test on arrival (vaccinated): None
Test on arrival (unvaccinated): None
Total doses
given
13.3M
People fully
vaccinated
4.3M
% Fully
vaccinated
78.46%
Other:
All public sector workers recommend to telework in areas/regions where COVID-19 cases are increasing; therefore marked as partial. As of 30 November all public sector work in all regions recommended to telework; exact start date when compared to applying in regions with increasing cases unclear; 28/02/2022: telework recommendation ends; after which the workplace will move to combining teleworking and present-day work according to risk assessments.
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Pre-travel testing (vaccinated): None
Pre-travel testing (unvaccinated): None
Test on arrival (vaccinated): None
Test on arrival (unvaccinated): None
Total doses
given
13.3M
People fully
vaccinated
4.3M
% Fully
vaccinated
78.46%
Public Place:
Restaurants may be open from 5 a.m. to 6 p.m. Restrictions on opening hours do not apply to service station restaurants or takeaway sales. Dispensing is allowed from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Indoors; the customer must have their own seating at a table or counter; 14/02/2022: Restaurants may be open from 5 a.m. to 12 p.m. You can drink alcohol from 9 am to 11 pm. Indoors; the customer must have their own seat at a table or level. The corona passport cannot be used as an alternative to restrictions until 28.2.2022; 01/03/2022: Restrictions on catering establishments are lifted.
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Pre-travel testing (vaccinated): None
Pre-travel testing (unvaccinated): None
Test on arrival (vaccinated): None
Test on arrival (unvaccinated): None
Total doses
given
13.5M
People fully
vaccinated
9.2M
% Fully
vaccinated
46.03%
Vaccination:
Travellers to Zambia are encouraged to be fully vaccinated but this is not mandatory.
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Pre-travel testing (vaccinated): None
Pre-travel testing (unvaccinated): PCR
Test on arrival (vaccinated): None
Test on arrival (unvaccinated): None
Total doses
given
13.3M
People fully
vaccinated
4.3M
% Fully
vaccinated
78.46%
Public Place:
Restaurants may be open from 5 a.m. to 12 p.m. Restrictions on opening hours do not apply to restaurants at service stations; the sale of takeaway food or restaurants on ships or aircraft traveling between Finland and other countries. You can drink alcohol from 9 am to 11 pm. 75% of the customer seats are used in food restaurants (indoors) and 50% in indoor restaurants (indoors and outdoors). Indoors; the customer must have their own seat at a table or level; 01/03/2022: Restrictions on catering establishments are lifted.
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Pre-travel testing (vaccinated): None
Pre-travel testing (unvaccinated): None
Test on arrival (vaccinated): None
Test on arrival (unvaccinated): None
Total doses
given
805.5K
People fully
vaccinated
290.2K
% Fully
vaccinated
77.82%
Quarantine:
Ill persons should be alone in isolation (others in the household can be in quarantine in the same place but should limit contact with the person in isolation). Isolation for 10 days after the fever has passed; 30/12/2021 The quarantine period for those who test positive with the virus will be shortened to seven days.; 07/02/2022: The isolation period for Covid-infected individuals will be shortened from 7 days to 5 days but the isolation period may still be extended if a doctor considers it necessary.; 25/02/2022 All public restrictions due to the COVID-19 pandemic will be lifted; as well as...
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Pre-travel testing (vaccinated): None
Pre-travel testing (unvaccinated): None
Test on arrival (vaccinated): None
Test on arrival (unvaccinated): None

Can U.S. Residents travel around the world in a pandemic?

The whole world is recovering in small steps after a big epidemic, and, in particular, the tourism sector. Today, several countries have already opened their borders to citizens of the United States and other countries. Nevertheless, many countries still do not accept tourists and introduce their tourist ban.

What is us travel ban 2020

A tourist or travel ban implies a ban on entry into the country at the moment due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Each country has its criteria for a ban. 

Keep in mind: All banned countries have their quarantine requirements, that’s why check all information before traveling. 

US travel ban list

As the tourism industry begins to recover from the coronavirus pandemic, the rules and regulations for air travel are changing significantly. Not all countries are ready to open their borders yet, so here is the list of countries banned.

US travel ban to Europe

Many European countries are closed to the public, no matter where people arrive. But, already a clear picture is emerging, some countries still allow entry. For example, an American can visit Albania. To do this, it will be necessary to pass a PCR test, and only with a negative result, you will be allowed into the country.

US travel ban the UK

48 hours before arriving in the UK, you need to fill out a special online form: indicate your passport details, the purpose, and route of the trip, and the address where you will serve the 14-day quarantine. You must go there immediately after passing through customs and border procedures and thermometry. Violation of the self-isolation regime faces a fine of £ 100. If you break the rule again, you may be denied entry to the UK.

US travel ban Mexico

The Mexican Foreign Ministry proposed that the United States extend the ban on crossing the common land border for 30 days due to the threat of the spread of coronavirus. This restriction does not apply to temporary foreign workers, international students, indigenous Mexicans, and their families.

US travel ban Nigeria

Nigeria also has its travel bans. Nigeria is completely open to its citizens and partially to tourists. This means that only people with study or work permits can visit Nigeria. However, upon arrival, everyone must take a COVID-19 test (PCR test) or spend 14 days in self-isolation. Such measures will help to protect the person and public health.

US travel ban South Korea

South Korea is closed to tourism, but open to business travel. There are some changes to the usual travel. For example, upon arrival, everyone must spend 14 days in self-isolation and fill out a Travel Record Declaration. Also, there is one more case for crossing the border - when family members want to come to the other member in South Korea (in case if he or she is a resident of South Korea). 

US travel ban Japan

Japan plans to ease travel restrictions for foreigners from October 1. The softening, however, will not affect tourists. This means that only permanent residents and persons in urgent need can visit Japan (essential traveling). Also, foreign students who receive grants from the Japanese government can come to Japan. Upon arrival, the government asks to spend 14 days at home in self-isolation.

US travel ban Canada

Due to the worldwide Covid-19 pandemic, the federal government has extended the closure of the land border between Canada and the United States for another month until November 21. This is the seventh extension of restrictions on movement across the land border. The US-Canada border has remained closed since March 19 following government emergency measures to halt the spread of COVID-19. The pandemic situation in the United States remains critical and border closures could continue until the situation improves or after the completion of the third phase of vaccine trials.

US travel ban Brazil

Brazil is one of the most affected countries in the world from the coronavirus. Now it is on the second line after the United States in terms of the number of people infected during the pandemic. That is why the country is closed to the public and has no plans to open the border yet. Only permanent residents, students, and workers with special documents can come to Brazil. One more reason for crossing the border of Brazil is essential traveling, but the person should have all the necessary documents that proved it 

US travel ban Ireland

Ireland became the first EU country to return to full quarantine for six weeks due to an increase in the incidence of coronavirus. The government has decided to return to the highest, the fifth level of restrictions, which was last introduced in the spring. Citizens violating the quarantine will be forced to pay a fine, for example, 60 euros for moving away from home more than 5 km or being in a grocery store or public transport without protective equipment.

US travel ban news

Not all of these countries have resumed regular direct international communications. Nevertheless, many places can be reached with a transfer, for example, in Istanbul.

A hundred more destinations around the world are partially open to travelers from the United States: there is either a quarantine, or no direct flights, or very strict entry requirements.

US travel ban details

More and more countries are opening borders and easing quarantine measures, but this does not add confidence. The question of whether it is safe to travel now is even more worrisome after the resumption of international traffic.

The answer depends on many factors: the way of travel (by plane, train, car, or something else), direction, fresh statistics on cases of coronavirus infection in a certain place, quarantine measures, and current prevention methods.

If you follow the rules of safety and personal hygiene in good faith, the risk of contracting coronavirus on vacation is low.

Flights restrictions in the US

Long queues at the check-in counters, security checks at the airport, waiting for departure side by side with a crowd of strangers, several hours in an airplane seat in the same cabin with other passengers - all this raises doubts about the safety of flights during a pandemic.

Airports and airlines have already adjusted to the new reality. For example, carriers have introduced flexible rules for canceling and transferring air tickets, and large air hubs are closing some of the terminals to provide more effective security measures in a pandemic. There are also far fewer cafes and shops at airports. Some sell the only takeaway.

The temperature is measured at anyone who enters the airport building: passengers, greeters, crew members, airport staff, and everyone else. In some cases, non-contact thermometers and thermal imagers are used again - just before boarding a flight.

Social distancing rules are widely followed. Airlines are changing seating positions in aircraft cabins whenever possible, offering self-check-in instead of check-in at counters, and redesigning the queuing system so that passengers are at a safe distance from each other.

The approach of airlines to in-flight meals has also changed: some carriers no longer serve food on their flights, others have cut down on the menu and offer only individually packed snacks and drinks in cans. It's safer to take a snack with you from home - just check the airlines' requirements for food in hand luggage.

Wherever you are, you will probably have to wear a mask on board the aircraft - until you land at your destination. But in some places, a face mask is also required and while you get to the airport and from the airport to the city.

According to WHO, wearing masks on board is one way to prevent the spread of coronavirus. It has been proven that coronavirus is primarily a respiratory infection, so if you protect your mouth and nose with a mask, you can reduce the risk of transmission from person to person.

Wearing a mask is especially important during the flight, because in the cabin you are close to other passengers, and masks create a barrier between you and another person's germs. The mask, when combined with other preventive measures - maintaining a safe distance and careful hand hygiene - helps travelers protect themselves from the coronavirus.

US travel restrictions

Against the backdrop of the coronavirus pandemic, Washington makes decisions on opening borders with certain countries, guided by epidemiological indicators, and not political considerations. The government takes into account the parameters that determine when it is appropriate and safe for Americans to travel to foreigners. The American authorities want to restore international passenger traffic as soon as possible, including with countries in the region such as Brazil.

US travel ban update

Before making travel plans, you should be prepared for strict quarantine requirements, testing requirements (PRC test), and documentary delays due to Covid-19. Therefore, having decided to go on vacation, it will only work for those who already have a passport and do not need to make new documents. Of course, you can make a passport and other documents now, but this process will take a little longer, which may shift the dates of the holiday.

US travel ban countries

With around 7.4 million coronavirus cases in the United States, many countries continue to look at the United States with apprehension. The European Union has removed the United States from the list of countries that can be visited by tourists. Americans are still unable to vacation in Canada or travel to many Asian countries such as Japan. Where are the tourists from the USA allowed to travel?

Americans looking for a holiday outside of the United States can try the cruise ship traveling and move to the Caribbean, where islands such as the US Virgin Islands, Saint Lucia, and Antigua are already open. It is also possible to visit countries such as:

US travel restriction

Remember, each country has its travel requirements. Many countries require a PCR test that lasts 3 days. Some countries have age restrictions, for example, Antigua requires people over 12 years old to complete a medical declaration.

US travel restrictions list

Even though borders are opening up, the holiday will never be the same. Major hotel chains and small family hotels are well aware that in the era of the coronavirus, guests' demands on the hygiene and safety of vacation homes have increased.

To reduce the risks for guests, many hotels offer contactless check-in and check-out and virtual reception, but almost everywhere they abandoned the buffet and free use of pools and other public areas. In the hotels of large world chains, even the room service has been replaced with an application: you place an order through your smartphone - and it is left under the room door.

Social markings and machines with sanitizers at every turn are a new reality in the hotel world. Many good hotels use disinfectant mats, ionizers to clean the air, and electrostatic filters, and offer free masks to guests.

Even when resting, remember to wear a mask, wash your hands often, and keep a distance of 1.5 meters between people.

After returning from vacation, do not forget to take a coronavirus test (PCR test) or spend 14 days in self-isolation. Such measures will help you understand your health situation, and if your test results are positive for COVID-19, not endanger society.

US border closing

Since the whole world is now experiencing the second wave of coronavirus, it makes sense to think about re-closing all borders. US residents are allowed to move from state to state, so why not get to know your country better? Whether you're planning to travel between states on vacation or a short trip, the situation is constantly changing. Therefore, it is best to check all local travel advice before packing your bags.

California travel ban

The California government is currently discouraging long-distance travel to slow the spread of the coronavirus, but as of October, there are non-essential restrictions on travel from another US state. Travelers are encouraged to wear a mask in public, keep 6 feet away from non-family members, check local health guidelines at all points along the route from start to finish, and refrain from traveling if they have been sick in the past 14 days or are living with someone with COVID-19.  

However, you don't even need to leave your state to reboot. Add spontaneity: it’s not a to-do list but a coin that decides where and how you spend your weekend. Break your habits: drop by a new cafe - without reading reviews, on a whim. Cycle through the city center or hop on the wrong bus route. Travel to an area you haven't been in for a century, or stay overnight in a pretty village. Or go for a walk in the forest on the outskirts, and then return home without a map or prompts on your phone.

When will be U.S travel ban canceled

It is difficult to say exactly when all prohibitions will be lifted. Unfortunately, the incidence rate in the world is growing, and it is still difficult to make any predictions!

Therefore, take all precautions and care about your and public health.


FAQ 

What is a travel ban?

Travel ban is a ban on entry into the country at the moment due to the COVID-19 pandemic. So, people cannot move from country to country, or from state to state. The main reason for the ban is to reduce the level of pandemia. Each country has its own criteria for implementing the travel ban. 

Is the travel ban still in effect?

Yes, the travel ban is still in effect because of the higher level of morbidity. The government will cancel the travel ban only when the level of pandemic goes down. In this case, people will be able to travel from country to country. 

Which countries are banned from entering the United States?

The information about countries changes every day. Nowadays, the banned countries include: Nigeria, European countries, Brazil, Japan, Ireland, Canada, South Korea, Mexico, UK. These countries do not allow people to cross their borders, but only if you have a strict necessity that is proved by documents - you can visit the country. With strict proved necessity, you also should have the PRC test result.