Montserrat: COVID-19-related measures mostly unchanged as of Aug. 16; international entry restrictions remain in place /update 20

COVID-19-related protocols in Monserrat remain largely unchanged as of Aug. 16; restrictions on international arrivals still in force.

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As of Aug. 16, COVID-19-related travel restrictions in Montserrat remain largely unchanged compared to those in force in late June.

Most nonresident leisure travelers remain banned from traveling to Montserrat. Entry is largely restricted to Montserratian citizens, permanent residents, and homeowners and their dependents and/or immediate family members. Business travelers, technicians, disaster aid workers, and persons traveling for legal purposes are also allowed to enter. Aircraft and ship crew members are exempt from the entry restrictions.

Travelers allowed to enter Montserrat must submit an access declaration form at least 72 hours ahead of their expected arrival date. Travelers must also present a negative COVID-19 test taken within five days before arrival. Minors under 12 are exempted from the pre-arrival testing requirement.

Most unvaccinated or partially vaccinated arriving travelers must also get tested within 24 hours of entry and self-quarantine for 14 days from the date of entry, as well as test negative between 12 and 14 days after arrival. Minors under 18 are exempt from the testing-upon-arrival requirement.

Most fully vaccinated travelers must adhere to a shorter quarantine of five days and must test negative between three and four days after arrival. Those in quarantine may be required to wear an electronic monitoring device for the duration of their isolation.

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 measures. Passenger air travel to the island is only allowed through John A. Osborne Airport (MNI). All testing and quarantine requirements are likely to last through at least Sept. 30.

Domestic Measures
Domestically, minimal restrictions are in place on Montserrat. Gatherings are limited to a maximum of 50 people. All businesses, schools, and religious establishments have resumed operations; 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 measures. All persons are required to wear protective face coverings in public and business establishments.

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