Only 3 day isolation for vaccinated people, no RT-PCR for children as Antigua and Barbuda releases new guidelines

The government of Antigua and Barbuda announced that the V.C. Bird International Airport is open for international and regional air traffic.

2024-07-07 15:22:20

Only 3 day isolation for vaccinated people, no RT-PCR for children as Antigua and Barbuda releases new guidelines

The government of Antigua and Barbuda announced that the V.C. Bird International Airport is open for international and regional air traffic ad the Antiguan port authority is also open for cargo vessels, leisure craft and ferry services. All ports of entry have been opened under several limitations, with all arriving travellers by air must have negative COVID-19 RT-PCR test results taken within seven days of their flight; the condition also applies to transit passengers as well. Fully vaccinated arrival entering Antigua and Barbuda with a negative RT-PCR test and vaccine documents will be allowed to stay at bio-safe/certified accommodation. But, the vaccination must be done at least two weeks prior to their travel to the country. Besides this, people vaccinated with two doses can quarantine at home for 48 hours if the on arrival COVID-19 test comes negative. But, they will be required to wear a monitoring bracelet as per the quarantine authority regulations; payment can be made at; https://msjmc.org/covid_testing_quarantine .The costs for the test is US$50 for residents and US$100 for visitors. Besides this cost of seven-day quarantine at the government facility is EC$82 per night. Authorities stated that children below the age of 12 years do not require an RT-PCR test.

Monika Walker

Monika Walker is a senior journalist specializing in regional and international politics, offering in-depth analysis on governance, diplomacy, and key global developments. With a degree in International Journalism, she is dedicated to amplifying underrepresented voices through factual reporting. She also covers world news across every genre, providing readers with balanced and timely insights that connect the Caribbean to global conversations.