UPDATED TRAVEL PROTOCOLS
Effective April 15, 2022 - Partially vaccinated and unvaccinated travelers are free to roam the territory once they arrive with a negative result from an RT-PCR test taken within 5 days of arrival and have a negative test result from their arrival rapid antigen test. They no longer go into automatic 4 and 7 day quarantine periods upon arrival and do not have to take an RT-PCR test upon arrival. However, they will be required to quarantine if they test positive upon arrival.
Additionally, although not addressed in the update, it should be noted that insurance is still a requirement for all travelers, to cover medical treatment or hospitalization and accommodations and related expenses in the event of an extended stay in quarantine due to a positive COVID-19 test result.
Please note: Mask mandates are still in effect in the territory. Face masks are required when in indoor public places and where a person is within three feet of another person. Face masks are not required for a person five years of age or older when in outdoor public spaces.
ARRIVAL SCENARIO 1: VISITORS ARE FULLY VACCINATED
*Please note: A person is deemed fully vaccinated against COVID-19 two weeks after they have received both doses of an approved two-dose vaccine, or one dose of a single-dose vaccine.
Procedures for fully vaccinated travelers upon arrival in the Territory -
- A person who is fully vaccinated and presents an RT-PCR or approved rapid antigen SARS CoV-2 negative test result taken no later than forty-eight hours before arrival in the Territory and satisfactory evidence of being fully vaccinated shall: (a.) not be required to be tested for COVID-19 upon arrival into the Territory; and (b.) will be allowed to move freely within the Territory, subject to adhering to the relevant COVID-19 enactments and protocols in the Territory, including the relevant physical distancing protocols, wearing of masks and sanitization measures.
- A person who is fully vaccinated and (a.) is unable to present the results to enter the Territory within the forty-eight hours’ time period, for reasons such as delays and overnight layovers; or (b.) is otherwise unable to provide satisfactory evidence of an RT-PCR Test or approved rapid antigen SARS CoV-2 negative test result upon arrival in the Territory, shall be required to undertake a rapid antigen SARS CoV-2 test on the day of arrival in the Territory.
Where fully vaccinated visitors are traveling with one or more unvaccinated children:
- Children (ages 17 and under) accompanied by a fully vaccinated parent/guardian must provide proof of negative COVID-19 RT-PCR or Rapid Antigen test taken within 5 days preceding arrival
ARRIVAL SCENARIO 2: VISITORS ARE PARTIALLY VACCINATED
Procedures for partially vaccinated persons upon arrival in the Territory -
A person who is partially vaccinated and presents an RT-PCR negative test result taken within five days of arrival in the Territory and provides satisfactory evidence of being partially vaccinated:
- Shall be administered a rapid antigen SARS CoV-2 test on arrival into the Territory; and
- If tested negative shall be allowed to move freely within the Territory, subject to adhering to the relevant COVID-19 enactments and protocols in the Territory, including the relevant physical distancing protocols, wearing of masks and sanitization measures.
**Where people are traveling in mixed groups with some individuals unvaccinated, the entire party will be treated as unvaccinated.
ARRIVAL SCENARIO 3: VISITORS ARE UNVACCINATED
Procedures for unvaccinated persons upon arrival to the Territory -
A person who is unvaccinated and presents an RT-PCR negative test result taken within five days of arrival in the Territory:
- Shall be administered a rapid antigen SARS CoV-2 test on arrival into the Territory; and
- If tested negative shall be allowed to move freely within the Territory, subject to adhering to the relevant COVID-19 enactments and protocols in the Territory, including the relevant physical distancing protocols, wearing of masks and sanitization measures.
*If at any point test results come back positive, visitors will go into quarantine for 14 days at the assigned room without any access to the resort facilities. Quarantine protocol will be implemented immediately and contact tracing will be initiated.
Testing facility hours are from 10 a.m. – 11:30 a.m., seven days a week. Appointments can be booked by your Rosewood Little Dix Bay butler team. All costs associated with COVID-19 travel insurance, COVID-19 RT-PCR tests, Rapid Antigen tests, contact tracing app, and wearable device will be at the visitor’s expense. Costs are as follows for two COVID-19 RT-PCR tests, which include the use of a contact tracing bracelet rental and a COVID-19 monitoring app. The fee can be paid online at bvigateway.bviaa.com and on the BVI app preceding travel.
Partially vaccinated and unvaccinated visitors must complete the BVI Health Visa process within the BVI Gateway app. This process must be completed by all visitors 72 hours in advance of arrival so that the health visa is ready to be presented to customs and immigration upon arrival. Within the BVI Gateway app, travelers will find information and suggestions on the required COVID-19 Travel Insurance necessary for entry into the BVI.
Pre-registration for the Rapid Antigen arrival test is required via the following:
Arrivals at West End Ferry Terminal – https://westend.bvi.care/
Arrivals at Road Town Ferry Terminal – https://rtferry.bvi.care/
Arrivals at Terrance B. Lettsome International Airport –https://airport.bvi.care/
Arrivals at Taddy Bay International Airport - https://vgairport.bvi.care
**Where people are traveling in mixed groups with some individuals unvaccinated, the entire party will be treated as unvaccinated.
FULLY VACCINATED COSTS
- USD50
- Fully vaccinated travelers from high-risk countries (Brazil & India) must pay a USD175 fee and must quarantine for a total of 14 days.
- Fully vaccinated travelers, travelling with unvaccinated companions must pay USD175 and must quarantine for a total of 7 days.
PARTIALLY VACCINATED COSTS
- USD175
- Quarantine period is 4 days
UNVACCINATED COSTS
- Adult: USD175
- Adults must quarantine for a period of 7 days and must take another RT-PCR test on Day 5.
- Child (5-17 years of age): USD105
- Unvaccinated travelers from high-risk countries (Brazil & India) must pay a USD175 fee and must quarantine for a total of 14 days.
DEPARTURE: TEST TO ENTER THE UNITED STATES
Those traveling to the United States will be required to follow the new guidelines announced by President Biden.
- Fully vaccinated U.S. residents traveling back to the United States from an international destination will be required to take a COVID-19 viral test no more than 24 hours prior to re-entry. Proof of a negative result, or documentation of having recovered from COVID-19 must be provided to the airline prior to boarding.
- Unvaccinated U.S. Residents traveling back to the United States will be required to take a COVID-19 viral test no more than 24 hours prior to re-entry. Proof of a negative result, or documentation of having recovered from COVID-19, must be provided to the airline prior to boarding.
- The testing mandate does not apply to children under the age of 2. Those between 2 and 18 years of age must take a pre-departure test, which can be 24 hours prior to departure.
- Vaccine requirements will be in place for all international travelers with the exception of travelers under 18 years of age, those with medical reasons for not getting vaccinated, those traveling for emergency or humanitarian reasons and those traveling on non-tourist visas from countries with low vaccine availability.
DEPARTURE TEST TO LEAVE THE U.S.V.I.
- All travelers returning to or through the U.S.V.I. must pre-register on the U.S.V.I.’s travel portal (https://www.usvitravelportal.com/) and submit a negative antigen or nucleic acid amplification (NAAT) (e.g., RT- PCR) COVID-19 test result, within 3 days of travel if traveling via ferry, and within 24 hours of travel if travelling via air.
- Please remind guests that this should be done prior to their arrival at the port of departure, to avoid delays or other challenges.
DEPARTURE: TEST FOR INTER-ISLAND TRAVEL
- Visitors will need to check travel requirements based on their intended port of entry as travel requirements vary by country.
Testing costs to leave the BVI:
- If chosen to take the test on property the cost for a COVID-19 RT-PCR test is USD225 per person, and a Rapid Antigen test is USD125 per person.
- Alternatively, if the decision is made to have the test administered at the Virgin Gorda Clinic, the cost is USD70 per test for the standard COVID-19 RT-PCR test.
- The pre-departure test can be booked through your Butler, or when given your Day 4 test, if applicable. Note: The government will not allow a visitor to leave the country if they test positive. A positive-testing visitor will need to quarantine in an approved location for 14 days at their own expense.
How to Get More Information: Web: Official BVI Travel Protocols Information | WhatsApp: 284-496-6129 | Email: reopening@bvitourism.com | Contact Rosewood Little Dix Bay, directly.
