Is Bermuda Open for Tourists? – Latest Travel Restrictions

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Bermuda reopened to international travel on July 1, 2020. Travelers from any country are currently allowed to visit Bermuda, but it is one of the places that are open for tourism with some of the strictest entry requirements for travelers.

All travelers must complete an online Travel Authorization form 1 to 3 days before their departure and pay a $75 fee, which covers the cost of COVID-19 testing in Bermuda. As part of completing the form, all travelers must upload proof of a negative COVID RT-PCR test result that was obtained within 4 days of arrival in Bermuda.

All travelers, including Bermuda residents, will then be tested upon arrival in Bermuda. Vaccinated travelers must quarantine until they receive a negative arrival test result. They do not have to quarantine any longer than that or wear a Traveler Wristband, but they will undergo testing again on days 4 and 10 of their trip.

Unvaccinated travelers must present proof of a reservation at a Quarantine Hotel and quarantine there for 14 days. They will undergo testing on day 13 of their trip and they can end their quarantine if they receive a negative result from that test.

 All travelers should also download the WeHealth Bermuda app.

Can I travel to Bermuda right now?

Travelers from any country can visit Bermuda right now. Below is a map of all the countries that can visit Bermuda at the moment.

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Bermuda COVID-19 travel restrictions and entry requirements

Bermuda has imposed some incredibly strict entry requirements on international travelers.

All international travelers and Bermuda residents, regardless of vaccination status, must have proof of a negative COVID RT-PCR test result that was obtained within 5 days of arrival in Bermuda and upload that proof to the Travel Authorization form, which must be completed online 1 to 3 days before their departure. All travelers should also download the WeHealth Bermuda app.

All travelers, including Bermuda residents, will undergo testing upon arrival in Bermuda. Vaccinated travelers must quarantine until they receive a negative arrival test result. They must then undergo testing on days 4 and 10 of their trip.

Unvaccinated travelers must have a reservation at a Quarantine Hotel and quarantine there for 14 days from their arrival. They will undergo testing on day 13 of their trip and can end their quarantine if they receive a negative result from that test.

Bermuda COVID-19 travel restrictions and entry requirements

Vaccinated Bermuda residents who do not have proof of a negative pre-arrival test result must quarantine for 4 days from their arrival in Bermuda and can only end their quarantine if they receive a negative result from their day 4 test.

COVID-19 vaccine to travel to Bermuda

Travelers are considered fully vaccinated when they have received all doses of their vaccine and at least two weeks have elapsed since they received their last dose.

Acceptable vaccines include Pfizer, AstraZeneca, Serum Institute of India, Johnson & Johnson, Moderna, Sinopharm, and Sinovac.

Vaccinated travelers must complete a Travel Authorization form 1 to 3 days before their departure and upload proof of a negative RT-PCR test result that was obtained within 5 days of arrival in Bermuda. They will then undergo testing on arrival in Bermuda and on days 4 and 10 of their trip.

Vaccinated residents of Bermuda without a negative pre-arrival RT-PCR test and all travelers from the UK must quarantine until they receive a negative result from their day 4 test.

All vaccinated travelers with a negative pre-arrival PCR test only have to quarantine until they receive a negative result from their arrival test. They will no longer have to quarantine, but they must still undergo testing on days 4 and 10 of their trip.

Vaccinated travelers do not have to wear a Traveler Wristband.

Is PCR testing mandatory to travel to Bermuda?

All international and Bermudan travelers must have proof of a negative RT-PCR test result that was obtained within 4 days of arrival in Bermuda.

This test result must be uploaded to the Travel Authorization form. The result must be from a PCR test; either RT or Rapid PCR; no other type of test will be accepted. The test must have been performed by an accredited laboratory and the test result must have the traveler’s full name, date of birth, date of the test, test result, and the name and contact information of the laboratory. You can find more information on test requirements here.

Children younger than 2 years of age are exempt from this PCR testing requirement. Children aged 2 to 17 can be tested with a saliva test.

Bermuda residents must also provide proof of a negative COVID RT-PCR test result that was obtained within 4 days of arrival in Bermuda.

Vaccinated Bermuda residents without a negative pre-arrival test must quarantine until they receive a negative result from their day 4 test.

All travelers, including Bermuda residents, will also take a PCR test on arrival in Bermuda. Vaccinated travelers must quarantine until they receive a negative result (results usually take about 24 hours to become available). They will then undergo testing on the 4^th and 10^th days after their arrival.

Unvaccinated travelers will also undergo testing on day 13 of their 14-day quarantine period.

Is there a mandatory quarantine upon arrival in Bermuda?

All vaccinated travelers, including Bermuda residents, must quarantine until they receive a negative result from their PCR test on arrival in Bermuda (results are generally available within 24 hours).

Vaccinated residents of Bermuda without a negative pre-arrival RT-PCR test must quarantine until they receive a negative result from their day 4 test.

All unvaccinated travelers must quarantine for 14 days from their arrival in a Quarantine Hotel. If they receive a negative result from their day 13 test, they can end their quarantine.

Is there a mandatory quarantine upon arrival in Bermuda?

Any traveler who tests positive for COVID-19 at any point must self-isolate for 14 days at their own expense.

Travel Authorization form

It is mandatory for all travelers to complete a Travel Authorization form. The form must be completed online 1 to 3 days before departure to Bermuda. Each traveler should fill out their own form. Travelers should present an electronic or physical copy of the form in order to board their flight to Bermuda.

As part of completing the form, every traveler age 18 and over must upload proof of a negative COVID RT-PCR test result that was obtained within 4 days of arrival in Bermuda. Children aged 2 to 17 can upload a saliva test result (PCR Oropharyngeal Test) instead of an RT-PCR.

Travel Authorization form

Travelers must also pay a fee to cover COVID-19 testing in Bermuda. The fee is $75 for all travelers.

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All visitors should have health insurance with COVID-19 coverage that covers them for the duration of their stay in Bermuda.

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Other travel restrictions for Bermuda during COVID-19

Bermuda has implemented even more travel restrictions for visitors:

• All unvaccinated travelers must have proof of a reservation at a Quarantine Hotel.

• All travelers will undergo a PCR test on arrival in Bermuda.

• All travelers should download the WeHealth Bermuda app.

• Face masks are required in all indoor public areas.

• Social distancing rules must be observed.

• You may need a tourist visa to visit Bermuda. Check if you need one below.

What’s open in Bermuda

Hotels, beaches, attractions, and restaurants are all open, so visitors can rest assured that they can experience everything Bermuda has to offer.

Hotels that are open in Bermuda

Hotels and accommodations in Bermuda are open so you should have plenty of options for great places to stay. We highly recommend these accommodations:

• Hamilton Princess & Beach Club
• Newstead Belmont Hills Golf Resort & Spa
• Cambridge Beaches Resort and Spa
• Sandpiper Apartments

Bermuda’s accommodations do have increased health and safety measures in place. Guests must wear face masks at all times and keep at least six feet away from others who are not in their household.

Face masks will be available for guests who do not have their own. Hand sanitizer will be available at entrances and contact areas for guests to disinfect their hands. Guests’ details will be taken for contact tracing purposes.

You can find more details on hotel regulations here and here.

Beaches that are open in Bermuda

Bermuda’s pink-sand beaches are one of its most famous features, so it would be a shame to visit without being able to see them. Luckily, beaches in Bermuda are open.

Beachgoers should keep at least six feet away from others who are not in their household and should avoid crowded areas where they cannot keep at least six feet away from others. Beachgoers should also keep their distance from others while in the water.

Beaches that are open in Bermuda

More information on beach regulations can be found here.

Attractions that are open and tours that are operating in Bermuda

Bermuda has more to offer than just beaches: you can go horseback riding, visit a museum, do the African Diaspora Heritage Trail, go scuba diving, cycle the Railway Trail, take a sunset cruise, and more. Luckily, museums, theaters, and places of public recreation are all open right now.

Venues are limited to 50 people, so you may want to make reservations ahead of time. Visitors must wear masks indoors at all times and provide their contact details for contact tracing purposes.

More information on attraction restrictions is available here.

Restaurants and bars that are open in Bermuda

Restaurants and bars in Bermuda are open for indoor and outdoor dining.

At restaurants, there are no restrictions on the number of people who can sit at a table. Diners must sanitize their hands before entering a restaurant and wear masks indoors when they are not eating/drinking or standing at the bar. They must also provide their contact details for contact tracing purposes. Tables may be spaced 6 feet apart.

At bars, patrons must wear masks indoors when they are not eating/drinking or standing at the bar. They must also provide their contact There are no restrictions on the number of people who can sit at a table. Indoor and outdoor bar service is allowed.

You can find more information on restaurant restrictions here. More details on bar regulations can be found here.

Airports that are open in Bermuda

Bermuda has one international airport, L. F. Wade International Airport, which is currently open.

Airports that are open in Bermuda

Travelers must wear face masks and abide by social distancing rules. There will be hand sanitizing stations throughout the airport for travelers to be able to disinfect their hands. All travelers will be subject to testing on arrival.

Curfew in Bermuda

There is currently no curfew in Bermuda. 

Where to get a PCR test in Bermuda

Your country may require you to take a PCR test in order to fly back home. If you need to get a PCR test in Bermuda, here is a list of places you can get tested.

Bermuda reopening its borders to tourists – F.A.Q.

Check out these FAQs related to Bermuda reopening for tourists and let us know if you have any other questions in the comments below.

Sources

We will update this guide on Bermuda reopening to tourism with any new developments. If you need more information on travel to Bermuda, you can check these official sources:

• US Embassy Updates on COVID-19 in Bermuda
• CDC Travel Recommendations for Bermuda
• General Bermuda Travel Advisory
• Government of Bermuda’s COVID-19 Information for Unvaccinated Travelers
• Government of Bermuda’s COVID-19 Information for Vaccinated Travelers
• Bermuda Entry Testing Requirements and Information on Travel Authorization Form
• Hotel and Guest Accommodation Reopening Guidance
• Guidance for Tourist Accommodations
• Beach Regulations
• Attraction Regulations
• Indoor and Outdoor Dining Regulations
• Bar Regulations
• Bermuda Tourism Authority Website
• WeHealth Bermuda App
• Where and How to Get Tested for COVID-19 in Bermuda