Antigua and Barbuda: Authorities continue update some COVID-19-related domestic measures as of April 15 /update 30

Officials in Antigua and Barbuda update some COVID-19-related domestic measures as of April 15. Travel measures mostly unchanged.

Event

As of April 15, authorities in Antigua and Barbuda have updated some COVID-19-related domestic measures. Authorities have lifted all proof of vaccination requirements to enter restaurants and bars, including indoor services. All time restrictions for beaches have been lifted. The limit of 10 persons for public gatherings has also been lifted but social distancing requirements remain in place. Travel measures remain largely unchanged.

Domestic Measures
Most businesses are able to operate following health protocols. Bars and restaurants are open to all clients regardless of their vaccination status. The limit on social gatherings has been lifted; however, individuals must still observe special health protocols and enforce social distancing of no less than 6 feet (1.8 meters) in public spaces. Some capacity limits remain in place for large events.

Individuals are still advised to wear facemasks in crowded public spaces and businesses and facemasks are strictly mandatory at airports and inside aircraft. The facemasks must cover the mouth and nose but leave the eyes, forehead and ears visible, meaning that sunglasses and head coverings are not allowed to be worn with a facemask.

International Travel Restrictions
All nonresident foreign visitors aged 18 or over must present proof of having been fully vaccinated at least 14 days prior to their travel to enter Antigua and Barbuda. Individuals who have had two doses of a two-dose WHO-approved COVID-19 vaccine, or one dose of the Janssen vaccine, are considered fully vaccinated by authorities in Antigua and Barbuda. Arrivals and transiting passengers with proof of being fully vaccinated are not required to present a negative COVID-19 test result. However, authorities can require passengers to test upon arrival if they present COVID-19 symptoms. Fully vaccinated residents and nationals showing no symptoms of COVID-19 are not required to self-isolate.

Unvaccinated or partially vaccinated residents and citizens aged five or over, as well as permitted visitors aged 5-17 who are not fully vaccinated, must present a negative result from a PCR or antigen test taken within 96 hours prior to arrival. Residents and citizens not fully vaccinated must also undergo an RT-PCR test upon arrival. Residents who are partially vaccinated (received one dose of a two-dose vaccine or were fully vaccinated less than two weeks prior to travel) must self-isolate for 10 days at home. Unvaccinated residents and citizens must isolate for 14 days at home. Visitors aged 5-17 who are not fully vaccinated may be asked to quarantine for 10-14 days if they are not staying at a certified accommodation. The Quarantine Authority of Antigua and Barbuda ultimately decides whether travelers must undergo quarantine and those ordered to self-isolate may have to wear a monitor bracelet.

All persons traveling to Antigua and Barbuda must complete a health declaration form. Arrivals entering Antigua and Barbuda are subject to enhanced screening and may be required to go through additional COVID-19 testing at their own expense.

Authorities could reimpose, extend, ease, or otherwise amend any restrictions with little-to-no notice depending on disease activity over the coming weeks.

Advice

Follow all official instructions. Abide by national health and safety measures. Reconfirm all travel arrangements. Ensure contingency plans account for further disruptive measures or extensions of current restrictions.