CURACAO WAIVES COVID TESTING REQUIREMENT TO VISIT THE ISLAND
Pre-Arrival Testing Eliminated for Arrival to Curacao
WILLEMSTAD – MARCH 2022 – Effective now, Curaçao has revised visitor protocols announcing COVID-19 testing will no longer be a requirement of entry to the island. Regardless of country of origin or vaccination status, travelers worldwide are welcomed on-island. In addition to the change in entry requirements, restrictions surrounding nightly curfew, mask mandates, and proof of vaccination for large-scale events have all been removed. The relaxed measures apply to the destination, though hotels, restaurants, entertainment venues, and tour operators may enforce protocols at their discretion. Subsequently, it is recommended that travelers verify specific requirements or protocols directly with each venue.
“Globally, we are seeing a shift from pandemic to endemic, and while the safety of our travelers will always be a top priority, we’re thrilled to have adapted our entry requirements and measures to align with the evolving travel environment,” states Hugo Clarinda, Deputy Chief Executive Officer of the Curaçao Tourist Board. “Curaçao has seen a surge of development with new and renovated hotels ranging from globally branded resorts to independently owned boutique properties, in addition to many new restaurants and cocktail lounges, art galleries, workshops, tours and transportation options – and the island is ready and eager to continue to welcome North American travelers to experience this firsthand.”
Curaçao will continue to require travelers to complete its standard process for entry via www.dicardcuracao.com, as follows:
Complete the digital immigration card online before departure. Digitally fill out the Passenger Locator Card (PLC) form 48 hours prior to departure. Once the PLC is received via email, bring either a digital or printed copy with you. For more information on the destination of Curaçao, please visit www.curacao.com.
ABOUT CURAÇAO
Home to more than 35 captivating beaches, a diverse heritage spanning 55 different cultures, including Dutch, Spanish and Portuguese, a “live and let live” attitude, and stunning European architecture, Curaçao – which sits on the outer fringes of the Hurricane Belt – remains an unrivaled tropical escape in the Southern Caribbean. Ranked by Condé Nast Traveler as one of the “best islands in the Caribbean,” Curaçao’s natural beauty, world-class dive sites, pristine beaches and idyllic weather have won it a further accolade and recognition. Its capital city, Willemstad – a UNESCO World Heritage site – features the iconic and colorful Handelskade backdrop, vibrant street art, and a growing portfolio of boutiques, al fresco restaurants, and trendy cafes, just to name a few of the many reasons why Curaçao continues to flourish as one of the most exceptional islands in the region.
For general travel updates and destination entry requirements, visit www.curacao.com or call toll-free 1-800-328-7222. Travelers can also download the “Dushi Stay” mobile application, which provides real-time updates, island-wide protocols, emergency contact numbers, and health tips, as well as a current list of open restaurants, attractions, and beaches. Connect with the Curaçao Tourist Board on social media by following us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/curacaotb, Twitter: @CuracaoTravel and Instagram: @CuracaoTB
