Montserrat: Authorities lift strict COVID-19-related curfew and other restrictions as of March 1 /update 15

Event

As of March 1, authorities in Montserrat have lifted the 24-hour curfew and significantly relaxed the enhanced restriction introduced in early February in response to COVID-19 activity. Under the new orders, in place through March 29, group gatherings are limited to a maximum of 50 people. All businesses, schools, and religious establishments may resume activities; however, long-standing pandemic-related protocols for businesses and various facilities will remain in place until further notice. Establishments must enforce social distancing measures, use enhanced sanitization procedures, and comply with other sector-specific precautionary measures. All persons are required to wear protective face coverings in public and business establishments.

International Travel
Most nonresident leisure travelers remain banned from traveling to Montserrat. Aside from Montserrations, permanent residents, homeowners, and their dependents, entry is restricted to business travelers, technicians, disaster aid workers, travel for legal purposes, and authorized family members. Aircraft and ship crew members are also allowed entry. There is no travel ban on international cargo transport.

Travelers allowed to enter Montserrat must submit an access declaration form at least 72 hours ahead of booking their travel and possess proof of having tested negative for COVID-19 within five days prior to arrival. Most arriving travelers must also self-quarantine for 14 days from the date of entry. Those who qualify as nonresident technicians must additionally take a second COVID-19 test upon arrival. Aircraft and ship crew members, individuals holding remote employment stamps, and people with work permits issued by the Montserrat government are exempt from the quarantine measure.

Authorities may amend their travel and business restrictions with little-to-no notice, depending on COVID-19 activity.

Advice

Follow all official instructions. Abide by national health and safety measures. Reconfirm all travel arrangements.

Resources

World Health Organization (WHO)
Government of Montserrat - COVID-19 Updates
Government of Montserrat - Access Declaration Form