Those visiting Puerto Rico should reference local measures aimed at keeping travelers and residents safe, such as social distancing, and high standards of cleanliness.
Masks are no longer mandatory on the Island with the exception of events hosting over 1,000 people. However, masks are still recommended for situations where vaccination status cannot be guaranteed. Individual establishments reserve the right to implement their own requirements surrounding masks and COVID-19 protocols, and visitors are encouraged to contact businesses directly.
Island Arrival
Mask usage is highly recommended on airplanes and in airports. For questions regarding the airport entry process, travelers should contact the Health Department at 939-592-5115 or infoviajeros@salud.pr.gov.
The latest protocol updates:
Domestic travelers are not required to present proof of vaccination, or a negative COVID-19 test prior to arrival on the Island.
International travelers are not required to provide a negative COVID-19 test result upon entry. However, international travelers that are neither U.S. citizens nor permanent residents must still present proof of vaccination.
Air Travel
Travelers arriving on domestic flights:
Domestic travelers are not required to provide proof of vaccination or negative test prior to arriving on the Island.
Travelers arriving on international flights:
As of June 12th, international travelers are no longer required to present a negative COVID-19 test prior to traveling, regardless of vaccination status or citizenship, in accordance with CDC guidelines. However, international travelers that are neither U.S. citizens nor permanent residents must still present proof of vaccination.
Cruise Operations
Port of Calls (Transit Call/Cruise Port Visit):
For ships to be permitted entry to Puerto Rico, all guests 12 years of age or older must be fully vaccinated with an FDA or WHO vaccine. Unvaccinated passengers cannot disembark in Puerto Rico except for children under 12 years of age.
Please check with cruise operators for their most up-to-date COVID protocols and regulations, as many operators require proof of vaccination prior to boarding and have specific testing requirements.
Home Port Operations (Starting or ending your cruise):
All guests arriving via air to Puerto Rico to board a cruise ship must follow the air-entry protocols outlined, which may vary based on vaccination status and point of origin (international or domestic).
Check with the cruise operator for their most up-to-date COVID protocols for cruise embarkation, including cruise line vaccination and testing requirements.
Things to Know: On the Island
New protocol updates for on-Island operations as of March 10th include:
Masks are not mandatory on the Island for both indoor and outdoor settings with fewer than 1,000 people. However, they are recommended in situations where vaccination status cannot be guaranteed.
There are no capacity limits for establishments on the Island. Patrons are not required to present proof of vaccination or a negative test result upon entry to businesses. However, as always, individual establishments reserve the right to implement their own health and safety requirements.
Masks are highly recommended on all public transportation, including all ferries operating to and from Vieques and Culebra.
Masks are no longer mandatory on the Island with the exception of events hosting over 1,000 attendees. However, they are recommended in situations where vaccination status cannot be guaranteed.
Public beaches, natural reserves, and marinas are open, following social distancing recommendations. Visitors should connect with tour operators directly for additional information about operation status and specific protocols.
Guests do not need to present proof of vaccination or a negative test result upon arrival to hotels, paradores, guesthouses, and short-term rentals across the Island, however, individual properties reserve the right to implement any specific measures.
Visitors should connect with their lodging property directly for additional information about operation status and specific protocols.
Guests of dining establishments do not need to provide proof of vaccination or a negative test. Establishments are operating at full capacity.
- Businesses & Other Establishments
Masks are not mandatory in private and public spaces with the exception of events hosting over 1,000 people. However, they are recommended in situations where vaccination status cannot be guaranteed.
Establishments reserve the right to require masks for patrons and employees.
Masks are required at all events with over 1,000 attendees.
Sporting events and recreational activities are permitted, following local guidelines.
Venues are operating at full capacity.
Attendees of concerts and shows at the below venues regardless of event size, are required to show proof of vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test result taken at least 72 hours prior:
Coliseo de Puerto Rico
Puerto Rico Convention Center
The Coca-Cola Music Hall
Proof of vaccination with the first two doses will be sufficient and will not require the booster.
Things to Know: Leaving the Island
Testing Upon Return to Mainland
Puerto Rico is a U.S. territory and excluded from the CDC requirement to provide a negative COVID-19 test result to return to the mainland United States. Quarantine mandates, recommendations, and entry requirements may vary by state. A continuous assessment of the situation in Puerto Rico and in the United States influences Island-wide orders that prioritize the health and safety of residents and visitors. For travel recommendations provided by the CDC.
Testing for Travel to Other Destinations
Quarantine mandates, recommendations, and entry requirements may vary by country.
For more information please visit: https://www.discoverpuertorico.com/info/travel-guidelines
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