June 2022: There are no testing requirements for travelers to the USVI at this time.
We are keeping the past update below visible for posterity's sake. May we never have to update this notice again. Come enjoy the beauty of the Virgin Islands. There are no travel restrictions or masking requirements.
March 2022 : The US Virgin Islands is open for visitors.
As with so much else during the pandemic, things are frequently changing. We have been writing periodic updates about the status of the territory to let visitors know the status of the territory, closing it, re-opening it, status of what businesses are open. We do our best to relay the most recent updates here, but sometimes changes happen quickly. Please refer to the official government links below for more information.
ALL Domestic US travelers flying into the territory are required to use the Travel Portal. Fully vaccinated travelers need to upload a copy of their vaccine card (no test is required). Travelers who are NOT fully vaccinated need to provide negative Covid-19 test taken within 5 days of travel.
ALL International travelers flying into the territory are required to provide a negative Covid-19 test taken within 5 days of travel. All non-US Citizens are also required to provide proof of being fully vaccinated. All Visitors must also use the Travel Portal.
There is NO TEST REQUIRED for Travel from the U.S. Virgin Islands to U.S. Mainland. If you need or choose to get a COVID test while in the Virgin Islands, please see this list of providers from our Department of Health.
What's Open in the USVI? What are the restrictions?
There are requirements for temperature checks and mask wearing at business establishments. Sanitation stations and hand sanitizer is made readily available and use is encouraged.
Restaurants are open and able to accommodate dine-in service. Bars and bar seating are now permitted. Beaches are open without any restrictions. The passenger and car ferries to St John are running on regular schedules. The ferry and seaplane service to St Croix is also running.
Many of our most popular attractions are open, though some may be on a limited basis or by reservation only. It is a good idea plan activities and book reservations in advance.
More information can be found at the websites listed below.
General questions about the travel requirements or the travel portal can be sent to info@usviupdate.com You can also call the Dept of Tourism at 340-774-8784 (St Thomas/St John district) or 340-772-0357 (St Croix district)
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