The U.S. Virgin Islands is easing entry protocols for Americans this spring.
As of March 7, travelers who are fully vaccinated in the U.S. and the USVI can submit proof of COVID-19 vaccination and are no longer required to provide a negative test for entry.
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The USVI considers travelers fully vaccinated if they have received the following vaccines and at least 14 days have passed since their required dosage: Johnson and Johnson (minimum one shot); Moderna (minimum two shots); Pfizer/BioNTech (minimum two shots); AstraZeneca/Oxford vaccine (minimum two shots); Sinopharm (minimum two shots); Sinovac (minimum two shots); COVAXIN (minimum two shots); Covovax (minimum two shots) and Nuvaxovid (minimum two shots).
"Safety has always been and continues to be our first concern for both residents and visitors of the USVI. As we closely monitor the COVID-19 cases within the territory, we continue to see a trend of declining positive cases which gives us an optimistic outlook on the future of tourism in the destination and the confidence to loosen the restrictions on visitation from the U.S." Commissioner Joseph B. Boschulte of the U.S. Virgin Islands, Department of Tourism, said in a statement. "We are hopeful that these new requirements through our user-friendly portal will give travelers the confidence that their health is our top priority."
Unvaccinated travelers arriving from the U.S. mainland will still need to provide a negative COVID-19 test taken within five days of travel through the USVI Travel Screening Portal for travel clearance. Approved visitors will receive a green QR confirmation code via email for entry. Meanwhile, international travelers aged 18 and older arriving in the islands will require proof of vaccination and a negative COVID-19 test regardless of vaccination status and citizenship.
Mask mandates remain in effect for inside venues throughout the islands.
If you’re travelling to the Virgin Islands (US), our travel advice and updates give you practical tips and useful information.
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Citizens planning travel abroad should take into account the ongoing risk of testing positive for COVID-19 while abroad and are advised to take out comprehensive travel insurance that includes COVID-19 cover. Before departure and during travel, citizens are advised to monitor our Travel Advice, follow us on Twitter, and register with their nearest Irish Embassy or Consulate.
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There are no COVID-19 restrictions in place for travel to the US Virgin Islands. There is no requirement to present certificates of vaccination/testing for COVID-19.
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Extreme Weather in the Caribbean Region
The Atlantic hurricane season generally runs from June to November each year and can also affect the eastern and southern USA with heavy rain, flooding and extremely high winds.
Citizens with plans to be in the affected region during this period should consider the need to travel based on information relating to extreme weather projections.
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Hurricane season
The hurricane season in the Caribbean normally runs from July to October. You should pay close attention to local and international weather reports and follow the advice of local authorities. Always monitor local and international weather updates for the region by accessing, for example, the Weather Channel, or the US National Hurricane Centre website.
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Remember, the local laws apply to you as a visitor and it is your responsibility to follow them. Be sensitive to local customs, traditions and practices as your behaviour may be seen as improper, hostile or may even be illegal.
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Zika Virus
There have been outbreaks of Zika Virus (a dengue-like mosquito-borne disease) in Central and South America and the Caribbean. Irish Citizens especially those with a weakened immune system or women who are pregnant or trying to become pregnant are advised to follow guidance available on the website of the Health Protection Surveillance Centre (HPSC).
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Check with your doctor well in advance of travelling to see if you need any vaccinations for this country.
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If you are unsure of the entry requirements for this country, including visa and other immigration information, ask your travel agent or contact the country’s nearest Embassy or Consulate.
You can also check with them how long your passport must be valid for.
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If you are in need of emergency assistance, please contact the Embassy at + 1-202-462-3939 and leave a message on the answering machine.
The answering machine is monitored regularly and the Duty Officer will contact you as soon as possible.
Alternatively, you may contact the Duty Officer at the Department of Foreign Affairs in Dublin at + 353-1-408 2000.
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Before travelling, the Department strongly recommends that you obtain comprehensive travel insurance which will cover all overseas medical costs, including medical repatriation/evacuation, repatriation of remains and legal costs. You should check any exclusions and, in particular, that your policy covers you for the activities you want to undertake.
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We don’t have a resident Irish Embassy in this country but you can contact our Consular Assistance Unit if you need guidance on the nearest assistance and we will help you as best we can. Our number is: +353 1 408 2000.