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Where Americans Can Travel in Asia — A Country-by-country Guide

A current list of where U.S. travelers can visit in Asia and what to know before going.

Countries all around the world are opening to tourism, and while some in Asia have been slightly slower than others, many are starting to open up and dropping pandemic-related travel restrictions. 

Travelers can eat their way across Thailand , which has eliminated all COVID-19-related travel restrictions, relax on the gorgeous beaches in Bali or the Maldives , step into history in Vietnam , and even explore the bustling cities in Japan, which is welcoming independent travelers in October.

However, while many countries continue to roll back restrictions, some have implemented strict testing and contact tracing efforts for tourists.

These are the countries in Asia that welcome American travelers, and the rules visitors need to know before going.

Bangladesh welcomes American travelers, according to the U.S. Embassy in Bangladesh . Fully vaccinated travelers are exempt from pre-arrival testing, while unvaccinated travelers must show proof of a negative COVID-19 PCR test taken within 72 hours of their departure. Children under 12 are exempt from testing.

All travelers must complete a Passenger Health Declaration Form within three days of arrival in the country.

Bhutan has opened to tourists without quarantine and does not require proof of vaccination to visit, according to the Tourism Council of Bhutan . Travelers 12 and older may be subject to random PCR testing upon arrival. 

Bhutan charges a $200 daily tourism tax, which it calls a Sustainable Development Fee (SDF) that is intended to fund social programs, infrastructure, and environmental protections.

This small Southeast Asian country welcomes travelers and does not require them to be vaccinated or get tested before coming, according to the government .

Travelers must have proof of travel medical insurance that includes COVID-19 coverage of at least BND $20,000 (about $14,042 USD).

Cambodia welcomes both vaccinated and unvaccinated travelers without the need to get tested before coming, according to the U.S. Embassy in Cambodia . The country has also reopened its visa on arrival program.

Unvaccinated travelers must undergo a rapid antigen test upon arrival, according to the government and costs $5 USD.

Most of China remains closed to tourism, but Hong Kong recently eliminated its mandatory 3-day hotel quarantine and eased testing rules, now requiring travelers to be vaccinated and undergo a rapid antigen test 24 hours before their departure, according to the Hong Kong Tourism Board . Travelers must also undergo a PCR test on day 2, day 4, and day 6 after their arrival as well as undergo a rapid antigen test each day for seven days.

In lieu of the hotel quarantine, travelers must self monitor for symptoms for three days. They will be able to go outside during this time but restricted from certain places like bars and restaurants.

India started allowing regularly scheduled international commercial flights to resume flying to the country in March. All travelers to India must show either proof of vaccination or proof of a negative COVID-19 PCR test taken within 72 hours of their trip, according to the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare . 

Travelers must also complete a self-declaration form online before traveling.

Indonesia has opened to vaccinated tourists, according to the U.S. Embassy & Consulates in Indonesia .

Additionally, vaccinated domestic travelers must either show proof of a booster shot, proof of a negative rapid antigen test taken within 24 hours of traveling, or proof of a negative PCR test taken within 72 hours of traveling to travel within Indonesia.

Japan first reopened to escorted group tourism in June, but plans to welcome independent travelers once again in October. Travelers will be required to show proof of vaccination and a booster or show proof of a negative COVID-19 test taken within 72 hours of their departure to enter, according to the Japan National Tourism Organization .

Laos has opened to tourists and allows both vaccinated and unvaccinated travelers, according to the International Air Transport Association’s destination tracker. Vaccinated travelers are exempt from testing, while unvaccinated travelers must show proof of a negative COVID-19 rapid antigen test taken within 48 hours of their departure. Travelers under 12 are exempt.

Malaysia lifted all COVID-19-related entry requirements on Aug. 1, according to the U.S. Embassy in Malaysia .

The Maldives welcomes travelers from all over the world, including the U.S., and does not require visitors to get tested before coming, according to the government . All arriving and departing passengers must complete a Traveler Declaration form within 96 hours of their flight.

Myanmar allows travelers to enter the country on commercial flights, according to the U.S. Embassy in Burma . Travelers must show either proof of vaccination and proof of a negative rapid test taken within 48 hours of their arrival, or proof of a negative PCR test taken no more than 48 hours before their arrival if the traveler is unvaccinated. Children under 12 are exempt.

Travelers must also purchase COVID-19 medical insurance from Myanma Insurance.

Travelers are allowed to enter Mongolia without any pre-arrival testing or quarantine measures in place, regardless of their vaccination status,  according to the U.S. Embassy in Mongolia . Travelers must fill out a medical declaration form upon arrival at the border checkpoints.

Nepal welcomes travelers and offers visas on arrival, regardless of vaccination status, according to the U.S. Embassy in Nepal . Arriving travelers must show proof of full vaccination or proof of a negative COVID-19 PCR or NAAT test taken within 72 hours of their departure.

Philippines

The Philippines welcomes vaccinated travelers, including from the U.S., and requires them to either show proof of having received a booster dose, according to the government, or show proof of a negative PCR test taken within 48 hours of their departure or proof of a negative laboratory-based antigen test taken within 24 hours of their departure.

Children under 12 traveling with their fully-vaccinated parents are exempt from the vaccination requirement.

Singapore welcomes all travelers, regardless of their vaccination status, according to the Singapore Tourism Board . Vaccinated travelers (and unvaccinated children under 12) are exempt from all pre-departure tests, on-arrival tests, quarantine, and entry approvals. Unvaccinated visitors 12 and older must arrive with proof of a PCR or rapid antigen test taken within two days of their departure and have travel insurance that covers COVID-19 with at least $30,000 of medical coverage.

Travelers must download the TraceTogether app. Three days before their departure, travelers must submit an SG Arrival Card and e-health declaration through the Immigration & Checkpoints Authority (ICA) website.

South Korea

South Korea welcomes American tourists without quarantine, regardless of their vaccination status. Travelers no longer have to undergo any pre-departure or on-arrival testing, according to the Korea Tourism Organization. 

Sri Lanka allows fully vaccinated travelers to enter the country quarantine-free and without any pre-arrival testing, according to the U.S. Embassy in Sri Lanka 404. 

Unvaccinated travelers can also be exempt from quarantine, but must show proof of a negative PCR test taken within 72 hours of their trip or a negative rapid antigen test taken within 48 hours of their trip, according to the tourism site 403. Children under 12 are exempt from testing.

Thailand has eliminated all pandemic-related entry requirements, welcoming all international travelers, including from the U.S., according to the Tourism Authority of Thailand . Travelers no longer need to show proof of vaccination or proof of any testing to enter.

Vietnam welcomes travelers to the country and no longer requires them to arrive with a pre-departure COVID-19 test, according to the Vietnam National Administration of Tourism . Travelers must purchase medical or travel insurance that covers COVID-19 with a minimum coverage of $10,000.

Alison Fox is a contributing writer for Travel + Leisure. When she's not in New York City, she likes to spend her time at the beach or exploring new destinations and hopes to visit every country in the world. Follow her adventures on Instagram .

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• Asia Reopening – Which countries are open for tourism and travel now?

Since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, Asian countries has taken the cautious approach to inbound travel and has had some of the strictest border restrictions and closures. At the moment, the nations of the region are in the beginning stages of reopening their borders for tourism, with every country introducing its own regulations.

The “unlocking” statuses vary widely. Travelers entering Asian countries may be required to do everything from going into quarantine, submitting negative COVID-19 test results, presenting proof of health insurance, and proof of vaccination (known a vaccine passports).

There is an understandable uncertainty with how you should travel to the Asian region if you are planning to. This is why we present you the list of 19 Asian countries, along with details on the current travel situation. As each country applies precisely defined regulations, you should always check the official websites listed in the article below for the latest government announcements.

• When will Asia reopen for tourism?
• Asian countries open for tourism without quarantine
• Philippines
• South Korea
• United Arab Emirates, UAE
• New Zealand
• New Caledonia
• Pacific Islands
• Papua New Guinea

Compared to Western countries, Asia experiences significant delays when it comes to COVID-19 prevention and vaccination programs. These will have a direct impact on the opening dates, which for the majority of Asian countries will only come in 2022.

The dates for the re-opening of the borders below are only approximate and will most likely change. Keep following us on our social media (@sonasiaholiday) for the latest information.

Asia reopening dates

Mandatory quarantines are perhaps the least desirable element of going abroad in the post-pandemic world. Fortunately, with the implementation of the vaccine passport, many countries are easing their quarantine requirements and making allowances to accommodate international arrivals.

As of March 2022 these countries are open to visitors without compulsory quarantine: Cambodia , Thailand , Vietnam ,  Laos , Fiji ,  French Polynesia ,  India ,  The Maldives , Nepal , Philippines , Singapore , Sri Lanka , and The United Arab Emirates .

While these countries do provide a quarantine-free entry, in most cases waiving the quarantine period is contingent on the testing and/or vaccination status of the visitor (see the table below). Please note that mandatory quarantine will still be imposed on those who test positive during the health screenings conducted at the airport.

Here’s the list of Asian countries open to international tourists without quarantines:

Quarantine-free countries (2022)

Check out the below infographic for your reference of the reopening status of the 4 destinations that we offer.

Country-by-country reopening plan.

Now, we will take a closer look into the reopening plan of each country with some main points such as Overview, entry restrictions, visa policy, quarantine rules, or the expected opening date.

Cambodia is welcoming fully vaccinated travelers to visit without quarantine. On March 17, the country stopped requiring overseas travelers to test before their trip or on arrival. Unvaccinated travelers must quarantine for 14 days. Even though testing is no longer mandatory, Cambodia’s ministry of health encourages travelers to take a rapid test out of precaution.

Cambodia travel status

The visa on arrival system is re-enabled since March 17th, 2022. It is now very easy to have your Cambodia visa when arriving at the international airports or borders of the Kingdom of wonders.

Here is more detail about Cambodia visa

Cambodia travel requirements

All vaccinated travelers need to demonstrate their vaccination status on arrival. Additionally, those who are eligible to enter Cambodia must:

• present proof of health insurance that covers COVID-19 treatment
• (unvaccinated travelers only) deposit $2000 in cash on arrival to cover the cost of quarantine

Unvaccinated travelers will be subject to a COVID-19 RT-PCR test on arrival.

Quarantine rules

Fully vaccinated visitors are not required to quarantine on arrival.  

Unvaccinated visitors must undergo 14 days quarantine at a government-designated hotel or Alternative State Quarantine hotel.

Here is more detail about Cambodia reopening tourism

Thailand is fully open for travel without quarantine for vaccinated guests. Furthermore, the country has just reinstated the popular Test & Go scheme with a few notable changes:

• It now applies to ALL fully vaccinated travelers (previously only ‘COVID-safe’ ones)
• From April 1st, there is no need to have your Covid test before boarding your flight to Thailand.
• A second PCR test will be required on day 5. For both the PCR test upon arrival and on day 5, guests will need to remain in their hotel while waiting for results to come back.
• The country plans to consider Covid-19 as endemic from July 1st and all the entry restrictions will be lifted at that time.

Afterwards, they are free to explore Thailand unimpeded.

Thailand travel status

Thailand entry regulations.

All arriving visitors are required to undergo two COVID PCR tests – one upon entry and another on the fifth day (reduced to a self-administered Antigen Rapid Test from 7 March 2022).

As part of the Test & Go quarantine-free scheme, travelers must also book day 1 and day 5 stays at a Safety & Health Administration ( SHA ) approved hotel (the package includes an RT-PCR test).

Travel insurance that covers at least USD$20,000 in COVID-19 related medical/treatment expenses and hospitalization costs is also required.

Tourist visas

Two types of new visas have been introduced:

• Long-stay Special Tourist Visa (STV). Allows staying for up to 90 days, which can be extended twice, each time for another 90 days (9 months of total stay length). The issuance of visa costs 2,000 THB (~66 USD / ~83 AUD), and the same fee applies for every extension.
• Regular 60-day Tourist Visa (TR). Allows staying for up to 60 days. Cost: 1,900 THB (~63 USD / ~80 AUD).

Both visas require a Certificate of Entry (COE), which can be granted after applying online on the official Thai Government website .

The following entry requirements must be met to apply for COE:

• Both visa and COE must be approved by the Thai embassy/consulate in the traveler’s home country
• A copy of a recent bank statement with a minimum balance of $700 per person and $1,500 per family.
• Health insurance that covers COVID-19, and minimum medical coverage of $20,000 USD.

Furthermore, for an STV visa, the visitor must present proof of payment for 90 days of accommodation in Thailand.

Here is more detail about Thailand visa

Thailand quarantine details

Vaccinated travelers arriving in Thailand are free from the compulsory quarantine.

Here is more detail about Thailand reopening tourism

Laos is officially open for tourism. Currently in Phase 1 of a 3-phase ‘Lao Travel Green Zone Plan’, fully vaccinated travelers from 31 countries may now enter Vientiane and, after a 48h quarantine, explore ‘Green Zones’ of Vientiane, Luang Prabang and Vang Vieng before being able to explore ‘Green Trails’ including Oudomxay, Xataboury, Xieng Khouang, Khammouane and Champasak.

Laos travel status

On March 18, 2020, all tourist visas were suspended until further notice. However, authorities may grant entry permission for foreigners in some cases – after submitting an application to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

Starting January 2022 under the Green Tourism Plan, foreign visitors can apply for a visa to Laos when booking a tour with a local travel agency. Contact us for more detail.

Here is more detail about Laos visa

Laos entry restrictions

All arriving visitors must present a medical certificate with a negative COVID-19 test result issued no more than 72 hours before departure, and complete a health declaration form.

To enter any tourist site located in the green zone, visitors must show a Covid vaccination certificate.

Laos quarantine rules

Upon arrival in Laos, a PCR test must be taken by all passengers. A visitor can travel to the “green tourism zone” if the test result is negative. Other visitors must undergo a 14-days mandatory quarantine at designated locations, with all expenses covered by the visitor.

Laos reopening date

Covid-19 is still a threat in Laos, but as the vaccination program has accelerated recently, the Ministry of Culture and Tourism introduced the “Lao Travel Green Zone” program to revive tourism from January 2022. Vientiane, Vangvieng, and Luang Prabang are designated as green zones which fully vaccinated foreign travelers are permitted to visit.

Here is more detail about Laos reopening tourism

As of March 15, Vietnam is fully open for travel, ending the vaccine passport program it put in place last November. Travelers 2 and older must provide proof of a negative PRC test taken within 72 hours before boarding their flight, as well as purchase a coronavirus-specific travel insurance policy covering at least $10,000. They’re also required to fill out a health declaration form and download the PC-Covid Viet Nam app to monitor their health for the first 10 days of their trip.

Vietnam travel status

Note: Travelers can either have the Covid test before boarding the flight to Vietnam or upon arrival.

Vietnam entry requirements

All foreign tourists entering Vietnam are required to:

• Present Vietnam’s e-visa (for countries not included in visa exemption program) – available online.
• Present proof of full vaccination against COVID-19, with the last dose taken not more than 1 year prior to the date of entry.
• Present a negative result from a PCR/LAMP test administered within 72 hours, or Rapid Antigen Test (RAT) within 24 hour before boarding. If not, the test upon arrival will be required.
• Have medical or travel insurance that covers COVID-19 treatment, with a minimum liability of $10,000.

Quarantine measures

As long as you are fully vaccinated and have NEGATIVE Covid test before arrival, there is no more compulsory quarantine upon arrival in the country.

Here is more detail about Vietnam reopening tourism

Myanmar is closed for international tourism. Based on recent political events, the health risks from the COVID-19 pandemic, and the significant disruptions to Myanmar’s transportation network the current travel advice from most governments is “do not travel to Myanmar“.

Currently, the junta eyes reopening the country to foreigners, while Myanmar’s shadow government warns tourists to stay away: “Our citizens are being slaughtered, raped, jailed, and their homes and belongings are being confiscated or destroyed. This isn’t the time to go sightseeing.”

Myanmar travel status

On 1 February 2021, a violent political coup took place in Myanmar with deadly clashes across the country. The country’s military declared a state of emergency and assumed control. Following the coup, the security situation in the country has worsened, and there are active conflicts between armed groups. A curfew is in place and daily internet outages, disruptions to basic services, communications and public health occur across the country. Foreign visitors are at risk of being arbitrarily detained or arrested.

All arriving passengers must comply with Myanmar’s COVID-19 quarantine requirements. There is a mandatory 7 days quarantine in a government facility followed by a further 7 days of self-isolation at home.

When Myanmar will reopen for tourism?

Junta plans to reopen its land border crossings with Thailand and China by December 2021, and to resume international air travel in early 2022.

Here is more detail about Myanmar reopening tourism

China’s borders remain closed for international tourism. Only foreign nationals with valid residence permits or visiting China for emergency reasons are allowed to enter.

There is also a Fast Lane agreement with Singapore and South Korea, allowing travel between countries for business travelers.

China remains committed to the zero-covid strategy – international travel remains largely barred, and the country may stay isolated with closed borders well into 2023. On the other hand, domestic travel is booming as people are allowed to travel within the country and most domestic flights have resumed their operations.

China travel status

China entry regulations.

All travelers must apply for an official permit or a visa with the Chinese consulate in their native country. They also must prove to have a compelling reason for traveling (for example humanitarian needs). For a visa, a physical application needs to be sent by mail to the consulate. The total fee is around $150 ( A$205) and must be paid by money order or check.

A PCR test took 48 hours before boarding is required. The test report along with and letter of commitment on COVID-19 vaccination should be submitted on the China Health Declaration Certificate website.

Travelers entering Mainland China must undergo mandatory COVID-19 testing on arrival and a 21-days quarantine at their own cost. To be released from the quarantine travelers must agree to a variety of invasive COVID-19 tests.

When China will open its borders for tourism?

The Chinese government announced that the realistic date to lift border restrictions would be in the second half of 2022. However, the country will only reopen after meeting a number of requirements.

Hong Kong is currently closed to international tourism – Non-Hong Kong residents from overseas will be denied entry in most cases. The exception has been made for tourists coming from Macau, Taiwan, and Mainland China – they are permitted to enter Hong Kong provided they do not have a recent travel history elsewhere in the past 14 days.

Hong Kong travel status

Hong Kong has some of the world’s strictest quarantine policies. All arriving passengers are required to undergo a medical test for COVID-19 prior to clearing immigration and baggage collection. There is a compulsory 7-days (visitors from low-risk countries) 14-days (medium-risk countries) or 21-days (high-risk countries) quarantine for the unvaccinated visitors. Vaccinated visitors may undergo a shorter quarantine (conditions apply).

Please note that violating the quarantine requirements is considered a criminal offense in Hong Kong, and offenders can face a heavy fine or/and imprisonment.

When will Hong Kong open its borders to tourists?

Though the authorities have announced that Hong Kong will open its borders to international travelers in mid-2022, the exact date has not been announced yet.

Recently Hong Kong put even more countries on its high-risk list that require three weeks of hotel quarantine. It strongly follows the “Zero Covid” policy and will not reopen its border until Covid is kept at bay. At the same time, it is struggling to inoculate its population of about 7.4 million people.

India’s borders are now open for international tourists. Vaccinated foreigners from more than 100 countries are allowed to enter India quarantine-free from November 15, 2021. The Indian Bureau of Immigration website outlines categories of foreign nationals who are currently eligible to travel to India.

India travel status

Fully vaccinated travelers are not required to undergo a quarantine.

All arrivals are screened. Anyone showing symptoms will be taken to a medical facility for a 14 day quarantine. An exemption from institutional quarantine may be considered if a negative RT-PCR test result has been conducted within 96 hours prior to departure.

When did India reopen for tourists?

India has begun to reopen its borders for international tourism in November 2021.

Indonesia is gradually reopening for international tourism. The island of Bali is open to foreign tourists, however, even vaccinated visitors must undergo 3 or 5 days of quarantine in a designated hotel (there’s an exception for visitors from 23 countries who are no longer required to quarantine).

Currently visitors can enter through the airports at Soekarno-Hatta (Jakarta), Ngurah Rai (Bali), Hang Nadim (Batam), and Haji Fisabilillah (Tanjung Pinang).

Indonesia travel status

Entry restrictions.

Starting July 6, 2021, all exempted foreign travelers entering Indonesia have to be fully vaccinated. The proof of vaccination (a vaccination record card in physical or digital form) must be presented prior to departure to Indonesia and on arrival. Also, all travelers are required to have a negative COVID-19 PCR test obtained within 72 hours of their departure and a completed electronic Indonesia Health Alert Certificate (e-HAC).

Everyone landing in Indonesia must also undergo a PCR retest at the airport.

Holders of the Indonesia Temporary Residence Card (KITAS) and Indonesia Permanent Residence Card (KITAP) are allowed to enter the country.

Free visa-on-arrival and the visa exemption system have been suspended until the pandemic is declared ended by the authorities. At the moment visitors can use long-term e-visas instead. It’s a gateway that the government made available in October 2020 by introducing a new e-visa system.

Any foreign nationals can apply for a single-entry visa B211A that allows staying in the country for 2 months and can be extended 4 times with 30-days extensions. It can be used by anyone who wishes to stay in Indonesia for tourism or social purposes. The best way to obtain a single-entry visa is to use an agent in Indonesia (cost around 6mln IDR or 410 USD / 540 AUD). For more information read the official guide (PDF, Bahasa Indonesia) or visit e-visa section of the Indonesian immigration website.

All foreign visitors to Indonesia and Bali (including those who are fully vaccinated) are required to undergo mandatory quarantine for 5 days at a hotel approved by the Indonesian government.

You can search for quarantine hotels in Jakarta or check the list of quarantine hotels in Bali. The quarantine is free of charge for Indonesian citizens but comes with a significant cost for foreign visitors. A PCR test will be administered on the fourth day – a negative result is required for a release from quarantine.

Japan is not yet opened to international tourism. All foreign nationals (both tourists and business travelers) are barred from entering the country. At the moment, only Japanese citizens and residents, as well as people in exceptional circumstances, are allowed to enter Japan.

Japan travel status

Under directions from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, visa restrictions have been introduced, including cancellation of already-issued visas and suspension of visa-free entry.

Vaccine passports

The Japanese government has created its own vaccine certification system and started issuing “vaccine passports” to its vaccinated citizens and residents.

“Japan will ask other countries to ease entry requirements for holders of its COVID-19 vaccination certificate while exploring reciprocal moves for incoming travelers as part of a push to revive international travel.” (Nikkei Asia). Outside Japan, its vaccine passports are currently honored by 23 other countries.

All passengers entering Japan are required to submit proof of a negative test result for COVID-19. There is a 14-days quarantine at a designated facility after arrival.

Japan reopening date

The most likely date for the reopening of Japan’s borders to general tourism is early 2022.  It is expected that lifting Japan’s travel ban will be a phased process – starting with students, business travelers, and then foreign tourists. If you plan to visit Japan, we recommend that you book your flights and accommodation for dates in the spring of 2022 at the earliest.

Malaysia will reopen its borders for fully vaccinated international tourists on April 1. Visitors must provide a negative PCR test result taken within 48 hours of their trip, and take a rapid test within 24 hours of arrival in Malaysia.

Malaysia travel status

Malaysia entry requirements.

All visitors arriving in Malaysia are required to:

• present a negative of a COVID-19 PCR test taken within 48 hours of departure (digital or hardcopy in English or Bahasa Malaysia is accepted),
• undergo a COVID-19 screening test upon arrival (free for Malaysian citizens but borne by the non-Malaysian visitor),
• show the proof of payment (QR code) for the mandatory quarantine,
• present a return travel ticket.

Malaysia quarantine rules

Quarantine length varies according to the vaccination status:

• Fully vaccinated passengers: No
• Partially vaccinated or unvaccinated passengers: 10 days

Quarantine should be undergone in a designated facility (or in the hospital if symptomatic). The cost is borne by passengers and includes COVID-19 screening test, transport, accommodation, meals, etc. Visitors are required to make payment in advance through the MySafeTravel website (where preferred quarantine accommodation and bespoke amenities can be chosen) or the MyQR phone app. A unique QR code will be designated upon completion of payment (to be used for verification on arrival).

The Maldives is open for international tourism. The Maldives took a different approach than most APAC countries, pursuing one of the most liberal opening policies in the world. To protect tourism country reopened its borders to all travelers in June 2020.

The Maldives are presenting themselves as a tourist destination offering a “normal” vacation thanks to the fact that most hotels are located on isolated islands, and that the vast majority of leisure-seekers stay in-resort rather than venture out. In fact, when visiting the Maldives you should be prepared to stay in one place as movement between resorts and islands is subject to authorization.

Maldives travel status

There is no quarantining mandated upon arrival in the Maldives. However, travelers will have to follow some procedures to enter the country:

• Present a PCR test with a negative result (taken a maximum of 96 hours before departure)
• Present a confirmed booking at a registered tourist facility
• Fill in an HDF (Traveller Health Declaration form).
• Wear face masks in all indoor public spaces

A free 30-day tourist visa is issued upon arrival.

Upon arrival into the Maldives, travelers presenting symptoms of COVID-19 will be subject to PCR test at their cost and in case of positive result transported to quarantine facilities to isolate for 14 days. Tourists who do not show COVID-19 symptoms are not required to quarantine on arrival.

Vaccinated foreigners are allowed in Nepal without a quarantine requirement as long as they pass a rapid antigen test upon arrival. Travelers must provide proof of vaccination, a negative PCR test taken three days before arrival, proof of a hotel reservation, and any trekking or mountaineering permits, among other requirements.

Nepal travel status

Issuance of tourist entry visas has resumed. Foreign tourists should apply for a visa at the Nepali embassies and diplomatic missions in their respective countries. You may contact the Ministry of Culture, Tourism and Civil Aviation for current information.

All tourists entering Nepal must present the following documents:

• Nepalese visa, or recommendation letter from the Nepal Tourism Board.
• Negative COVID-19 test result (taken at most 72 hours before departure), or document showing complete vaccination against COVID-19.
• Proof of travel insurance that covers (among others) health, immediate crisis, or rescue for the duration of the trip.
• Barcode generated from the International Travel Arrival Form.

There is no mandatory quarantine upon arrival for fully vaccinated travelers who are entering by air or land. Unvaccinated visitors have to quarantine for 10 days in a designated hotel.

Rules for vaccinated travelers

Covid vaccination passports or certificates are not mandatory to enter Nepal. However, Covid vaccine certificate holders don’t need to present negative PCR test results on arrival. Also, the quarantine is waived for fully vaccinated visitors.

Nepal reopening date

Nepal began to reopen its borders to foreign tourists in the summer of 2021. On June 24 international flights with Kuala Lumpur, Doha, Istanbul, Dammam, and Kuwait have been resumed, and on July 1 domestic flights restarted operations with 50% capacity.

The Philippines’ borders have been reopened to international tourism on February 10, 2022. Fully vaccinated foreign tourists are now allowed to enter the Philippines, quarantine-free. Nationals from 157 countries (including Australia, the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom) can enjoy visa-free short visits for up to 21 days.

Unvaccinated foreigners are banned from entering the Philippines.

The Department of Tourism provides an official Facebook page where travelers can ask questions and clarify any concerns.

Philippines travel status

Philippines travel requirements.

The Philippines moved to scrap its “traffic light” system (which ranked countries based on their handling of Covid-19) and shift the focus onto individual travelers. All foreign visitors arriving in the Philippines must now present:

Proof of vaccination

• PCR test for Covid-19 with a negative result (taken no more than 48 hours before departure).
• Completed the Electronic Case Information Form (e-CIF).
• Children below 18 years of age are exempted from the requirement of full vaccination.

All visitors are required to self-monitor for any signs of Covid for 7 days after arrival and must report to their local government office if they experience any symptoms.

Philippines quarantine regulations

Foreign travelers are no longer be required to quarantine upon arrival if they have been fully vaccinated and tested negative prior to arrival.

While unvaccinated foreign travelers remain banned, unvaccinated, partially vaccinated and unverified Filipino passengers must undergo facility-based 5-days quarantine until the release of the negative test results.

Singapore is gradually opening its borders for international tourism. Visitors entering the city-state via Vaccinated Travel Lanes ( VTL ) do not need to undergo a mandatory quarantine, and instead of taking a PCR test upon arrival, they can choose a supervised self-swab test.

Singapore plans to substantially ease travel restrictions once the Omicron wave of infections peaks, raising quotas on VTLs – this will pave the way for quarantine-free travel for fully vaccinated travelers.

Singapore travel status

Vaccinated travel lane (vtl).

Starting September 2021 vaccinated travelers from selected countries are able to use Vaccinated Travel Lane to enter Singapore for any purpose (including tourism) and without having to quarantine. Among eligible countries are Australia, Brunei, Cambodia, Canada, Denmark1, Fiji, Finland, France, Germany, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Israel, Italy, Malaysia, Maldives, Netherlands, Philippines, Spain, Sri Lanka, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand, Turkey, UK, UAE, and the US.

Eligible visitors will need to show proof of a negative PCR test taken within 48 hours of the departure and undergo a supervised self-administered Antigen Rapid Test (ART) at a Quick Test Centre (QTC) on arrival. Fully vaccinated recovered travelers may qualify for exemption from COVID-19 tests.

All visitors requesting VTL are required to purchase travel insurance with a minimum coverage of S$30,000 (~$22,500, ~A$29,100), and travel to Singapore on a direct flight without transit.

There is no mandatory quarantine for fully vaccinated travelers eligible for Vaccinated Travel Lane.

Other travelers arriving in Singapore must undergo a COVID-19 PCR test at the Changi airport (cost of S$125 / ~$93 / ~ A$173) or a supervised self-administered Antigen Rapid Test (ART, cost S$15). They must remain in isolation at the previously declared accommodation until they are notified that their test result is negative.

Travelers should be aware that Singapore takes its rules very seriously. Quarantine violations carry a penalty of a fine of up to S$10,000 (~$7,500,~A$9,700) and/or up to six months in jail.

Singapore reopening date

Singapore is gradually reopening tourism from September 2021. It has 95% of its population fully vaccinated – placing the nation in a solid position to start reopening borders and establishing travel corridors with countries that have infections under control. The first step is to waive quarantine for vaccinated travelers from selected countries entering Singapore through Vaccinated Travel Lane. In the early stages of reopening, visitors have to take a point-to-point itinerary – transits in Covid hotspots is not be allowed.

South Korea is partially open to international tourism. As most foreign visitors are denied entry into the country, there are some exceptions. Foreign nationals on long-term visas and nationals of countries covered by the new K-ETA policy are allowed to enter South Korea subject to self-quarantine.

South Korea travel status

South korea visa-free entry (k-eta).

In May 2021, South Korea launched a pilot project for Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) for visa-free entry for foreign nationals. It will be followed by full implementation from September 2021.

Currently, only citizens of the 21 visa-exempt countries will be able to apply for an ETA to South Korea: US, UK, Mexico, Nicaragua, Dominican Federation, Barbados, Venezuela, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Saint Kitts-Nevis, Malta, Ireland, Guyana, Monaco, Vatican City, San Marino, Andorra, Albania, Slovenia, Guam, New Caledonia, and Palau.

Travelers are required to apply for the ETA through the government K-ETA online portal at least 24 hours before boarding their flight. Once approved, the ETA will be valid for 2 years. It will permit multiple short stays in South Korea for purposes of tourism, family visits, or conducting business activities.

All foreign nationals arriving in South Korea by air are required to provide a printed negative COVID-19 test taken at most 72 hours before departure from the first embarkation point. Also, health screening and health questionnaire are mandatory for visitors from all countries.

14-day quarantine rules apply to all international passengers entering Korea. Foreign travelers must present a Self-Isolation Exemption Certificate issued by the Embassy of Korea or, alternatively, must agree to quarantine at a government facility at a cost of KRW1,400,000 (A$ 1750 / $1150).

All visitors must install the self-quarantine safety protection mobile app.

No quarantine for vaccinated travelers

Starting 2 July 2021, visitors who have been vaccinated overseas against COVID-19 are exempted from the mandatory 14 days quarantine upon arrival in South Korea. To be qualified for the exemption, travelers have to be fully vaccinated at least two weeks before entering the country. They still need to submit a negative COVID-19 PCR test result though.

When will South Korea open its borders?

With the introduction of the new K-ETA policy, South Korea opens its borders to 21 countries in September 2021.

As the worldwide situation regarding COVID-19 eases, visitors from around 90 other countries for which visa-free entry is currently suspended, will become eligible for the K-ETA. The South Korean government has announced plans to include the European Union countries in the K-ETA program from 2022.

Sri Lanka is open to international tourism. The government decided to reopen the country on 21 January 2021, after 10 months of strict pandemic closure. Fully vaccinated travelers can enter Sri Lanka without an on-arrival PCR test or a quarantine.

Sri Lanka travel status

Travel requirements.

To enter Sri Lanka all foreign passengers are required to:

• Apply online for a tourist visa
• Present COVID 19 PCR test with a negative result (taken within 72 hours before the departure) or Rapid Antigen Test taken (48 hours before)
• Purchase health insurance from People’s Insurance with at least one month cover of $50,000
• Complete Health Declaration Form ( online )
• Upload the relevant documents (vaccination record, COVID 19 test result, etc.) and obtain a QR code

Additionally, visitors who are not fully vaccinated:

• Must reserve a certified quarantine hotel
• Must undergo COVID-19 PCR test on arrival

There is no on-arrival PCR test for vaccinated travelers. They are also allowed to make their own arrangements for accommodation, airport transfers, and local transportation.

Sri Lanka quarantine rules

Fully vaccinated travelers are allowed to enter the country without undergoing quarantine.

Travelers who haven’t been fully vaccinated will have to go first through ‘the protection’ of the Tourism Bio Bubble – stay at a quarantine hotel for a duration of 7 days. It is not a strict quarantine as guests are allowed to leave their rooms and use hotel facilities like pools, gyms, and restaurants. An exit PCR/Rapid Antigen test will be performed on day 7.

Taiwanese borders remain closed to tourism. Beginning January 2022 entry restrictions for foreign nationals have been tightened. Currently, foreign nationals without a residency permit are not allowed to enter Taiwan unless they obtain special permission (mainly for emergency or humanitarian reasons) and a visa beforehand. Tourism is not accepted as a purpose of visit.

Taiwan travel status

All passengers arriving or transiting in Taiwan are required to present a certificate of a negative COVID-19 PCR test taken within 2 days of boarding their flight to Taiwan. There will be another test upon arrival at the airport.

Recently the quarantine measures have been tightened for all passengers eligible to enter Taiwan. There are multiple COVID-19 tests required. Travelers who visited a high-risk country in the last 14 days must quarantine in government facilities, paid for by Taiwan. Those who travel from other countries will be directed to a quarantine hotel or a government facility at their own expense.

Passengers who have been fully vaccinated must undergo 7-day mandatory quarantine at either a quarantine hotel or a designated quarantine facility, followed by a 7-day quarantine at their residential property.

When will Taiwan reopen to tourism?

The exact date when Taiwan will allow tourists to visit the country remains unknown. According to travel industry experts, the quick spread of the Covid Delta variant, shortage of vaccines, and low numbers of vaccinated citizens will be the reasons for Taiwan to be among the last destinations in Asia to welcome foreign travelers again.

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is open to fully vaccinated visitors from all countries. Tourist visa issuance resumed on August 30, 2021 (some additional rules apply).

UAE travel status

Uae entry restrictions.

Passengers arriving on tourist visas must register their vaccination status on the government’s health app .

Passengers arriving from the high-risk countries must present a printed negative result of a PCR test issued within 48 hours and are required to undergo another testing at the airport. Passengers traveling from other countries must present a negative result of a PCR test done less than 72 hours before departure.

A valid health insurance cover is required.

The transit passengers are not required to present the PCR test certificate unless it is required at their final destination.

Quarantine rules in UAE

Vaccinated passengers and unvaccinated passengers arriving from ‘green’ countries do not have to quarantine themselves.

Passengers who are required to undergo a PCR test at the airport will have to undergo a 14-day quarantine if the result is positive. Unvaccinated travelers arriving from ‘red’ countries will be quarantined for 10 days.

Is UAE open to tourism?

The United Arab Emirates reopened to international tourism in October 2021. The compulsory quarantine has been lifted for vaccinated travelers.

Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and other UAE destinations are now safe to travel to. When visiting the country, you are obliged to follow standard health guidelines though – to ensure your own safety and that of others.

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Australia is open to vaccinated international travelers from February 21, 2022. You must be double vaccinated to come to Australia unless you qualify for a medical exemption. Quarantine rules are determined on a state level.

For most of the pandemic, the country pursued a “zero COVID” policy, but it was abandoned after rolling out vaccines. Currently, more than 95% of Australia’s population received two doses of a COVID-19 vaccine.

Australian Travel Status

Australia entry restrictions

All travelers need to be fully vaccinated and are obliged to present proof of a negative Covid test taken within 72 hours of departure. If you arrive by plane you should complete an Australia Travel Declaration ( ATD ) available online.

Everyone traveling to Australia must wear a mask for the duration of their flight, and in all Australian airports.

Quarantine rules are determined on a state level. Reduced quarantine may apply depending on the state or territory the visitor is traveling to. Most states require travelers to take a COVID-19 PCR test within 24 hours of arriving in Australia.

New Zealand is not yet open to international tourism. At the moment only New Zealand, Australia, and some Pacific islands (Samoa, Niue, Cook Islands, Tokelau, Tonga, Vanuatu) citizens are allowed to enter the country without quarantine. However, you may still be able to enter the country if you have a critical purpose to travel.

New Zealand has started easing some of its tough pandemic border restrictions in February 2022 but the country will not fully reopen until October 2022 according to this 5-step plan for a phased reopening.

New Zealand travel status

Mandatory standard operating procedures have been put in place where 14-day quarantine and a negative PCR test are compulsory upon arrival. Passengers are legally required to obtain a Managed Isolation Allocation system voucher confirming their place in a managed isolation facility before boarding a flight.

New Zealand opening date

New Zealand plans to fully open its borders in October 2022. The opening will take place in phases , starting February 2022. Visitors from visa-waiver countries will be permitted to enter starting July 2022.

Fiji is open to fully vaccinated tourists from December 1, 2021. There is no quarantine for those arriving from Travel Partner countries, but all visitors must follow guidelines laid out by the country’s CareFiji plan.

All transportation, businesses, and tourist venues operate at full capacity. However, mask-wearing is still being enforced.

Fiji travel status

All vaccinated visitors are required to show proof of a negative COVID-19 test in order to enter the country and must take an additional PCR test 48 hours after arriving. Travelers can be accompanied by their unvaccinated children.

There is also a minimum 3-night accommodation booking requirement (at a Care Fiji Commitment certified property) and a mandatory PCR test 48 hours after arriving.

Recognized vaccines

Currently, Fiji recognizes Astra-Zeneca, Pfizer, Moderna, Johnson & Johnson.

Foreign visitors arriving from Travel Partner countries can enjoy Fiji quarantine-free. Those who travel from non-Travel Partner countries are required to stay at a Managed Hotel Quarantine Facility for 10 days.

Fiji reopening date

Fiji reopened its borders to international tourism on December 1, 2021.

With an improved COVID situation and a good vaccination rate, the Government of New Caledonia has decided to reopen its borders to countries with a similar vaccination policy since 1st December 2021.

Full vaccination certificate (except for children under 18), PCR-tests and travel certificate are required to enter the country.

Seven days quarantine at home or at the hotel upon arrival is mandatory.

Entry Restrictions

Overseas travellers can come to New Caledonia. 

Entry Requirements

All travelers need to:

• Submit a request to the Government of New Caledonia to obtain a travel certificate 
• Meet the health requirement as listed below.

Vaccination is mandatory for adults (18 and over) entering the territory. You will need to provide evidence of full vaccination with one of the vaccines authorised by the European Commission.

For children under 12 years of age or travellers not vaccinated due to medical contraindications, please read Government of New Caledonia’s information (https://gouv.nc/niveau-alerte/infos-arrivees-se-rendre-en-nouvelle-caledonie) online.

• All passengers have to fill a form and present a negative PCR test before boarding and after 7-day isolation to enjoy New Caledonia, more details here.
• Non-vaccinated adults (without medical contraindications) are not allowed to enter New Caledonia.
• Specific health measures apply to passengers exposed to new variants not present in New Caledonia.

Following the detection of two probable cases of the Omicron variant on 22 December 2021, health controls at borders have been reinforced.

Upon arrival, travellers coming from a country at risk or symptomatic must perform an RT-PCR test within 24 hours and then at the end of the isolation period. Travellers coming from a country not considered to be at risk must undergo an antigenic test within 48 hours and then at the end of the isolation period.

All travellers entering the territory must complete a 7-day quarantine at home or at the hotel. They will also be subject to mandatory Covid-19 tests upon arrival in New Caledonia and after the isolation period. An antigenic test must be performed at the end of the isolation period. 

Allowed vaccines in New Caledonia

Pfizer/BioNTech, Moderna, AstraZeneca

Most Pacific Islands are closed for general tourism, with some exceptions. New Zealand and Australia are reportedly in talks about the possible expansion of their existing Trans-Tasman travel bubble to include some parts of the Pacific Islands. At the moment New Caledonia, Tahiti, Fiji, and Tonga are considered.

Here’s the travel situation in some popular Pacific Islands:

French Polynesia

On May 1 French Polynesia has reopened its borders to travelers who have been in the US for at least 30 days prior to departure. Vaccinated travelers are required to include an official certificate of vaccination. All travelers are required to supply negative PCR test results. Non-vaccinated travelers will be required to quarantine for 10 days (regardless of test results), while vaccinated visitors will be allowed to bypass it.

Cook Islands

This South Pacific nation made up of 15 islands scattered over a vast area of the Pacific Ocean has reported 0 (zero) COVID-19 cases. Starting 17 May, New Zealanders can enjoy the stunning beaches of the Cook Islands by using a new travel bubble that allows quarantine-free visits. Passenger arrivals from other countries to the Cook Islands are still suspended.

The island is opened for tourist since December 1st, 2021. Scroll up for more detail.

The island of Niue is closed to international tourism. Only repatriating Niue residents and essential services people are permitted entry. All arriving passengers must undergo a 14-days quarantine at government-appointed accommodation. Niue is discussing a two-way travel bubble with New Zealand. At the moment it only works one way: you can travel from Niue to New Zealand quarantine-free.

Still largely untouched by mass tourism, Samoa remains free of COVID-19 (zero cases). Unfortunately, the current State of Emergency requires that all international borders remain closed until further notice. There is a possibility though that by the end of 2021, Samoa is will join the Trans-Tasmanian travel bubble with New Zealand and Australia.

At the moment, Tonga keeps its borders closed for tourism. Only Tongan citizens and permanent residents can enter the island at this time (14-day self-isolation is required). The plans to establish a travel bubble with New Zealand have been delayed.

Currently, entry into Vanuatu is suspended, and only limited exemptions can be made. All arriving passengers 18 years or older must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and should expect extra health screening measures plus a 14-days mandatory quarantine.

Papua New Guinea is not open for tourism yet. Only fully vaccinated travelers that have permission from local authorities can enter Papua New Guinea (PNG). There are no further restrictions for eligible vaccinated visitors to travel domestically within PNG.

Papua New Guinea travel status

To visit PNG you must be fully vaccinated, have written exemption from the National Pandemic Controller, and present evidence of a negative PCR test result taken a maximum of 7 days before boarding.

To apply for an exemption to enter PNG you should email the National Control Centre Travel Desk ( [email protected] ) and attach the following documents:

• International Air Passenger Travel Form (I-APTF)
• a letter to the National Pandemic Controller, stating your reason for travel
• if applicable, your work permit details or/and resident permit details
• copy of your passport biodata page
• copy of your visa for Papua New Guinea
• copy of your reservation at a designated hotel for quarantine

To enter Papua New Guinea, you’ll need:

• evidence of your vaccination
• approved exemption from National Control Centre Travel Desk
• negative COVID-19 test
• proof of reservation at one of the designated quarantine hotels
• online electronic health declaration form

Starting 15th January 2021 all arriving passengers need to quarantine at a designated hotel for 14-days. No physical visits or interaction with friends, family or any other people are allowed during the quarantine.

Papua New Guinea reopening date

Papua New Guinea will open its borders to tourism no earlier than Q1 2022.

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Japan, Hong Kong and China are the latest destinations to ease restrictions for tourists

This story has been updated.

While many of Americans’ favorite international tourism destinations across Europe and the Caribbean reopened in fits and starts, Asia largely trailed behind, remaining largely closed to leisure travelers until 2022.

Popular spots like Japan and Indonesia have reopened and smoothed out complicated entry requirements. Countries including Thailand and Singapore have exceeded their targets for international arrivals in 2022 and are now setting even higher goals for the new year.

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But while visitors and countries are eager for a strong new year for travel in Asia, pandemic entry requirements still remain in many places. Here’s a look at where Americans can go and how.

As of Oct. 11, international travelers are allowed to enter Japan with a valid vaccination certificate or a negative result of a coronavirus test taken within 72 hours of departure. They don’t need to be chaperoned by a guide or part of a tour group. Short-term visitors that were exempt from visa requirements before the pandemic, which includes travelers from the United States, will no longer need to apply for tourist visas.

Japan’s tourism organization has published guidelines on the “New Travel Etiquette for Visitors,” including where people must wear masks, among other coronavirus mitigation recommendations.

The U.S. Embassy recommends travelers consult the latest regulations through Japan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs website .

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As of Jan. 8 , the country has dropped its severe mandatory quarantine on arrival and only requires travelers to show a negative PCR test taken within 48 hours before departure.

But this phase of reopening is not intended for foreign tourism, but rather to allow Chinese nationals (and foreign nationals with valid residence permits and visas) the freedom to travel abroad again. Like before the pandemic, foreigners will need an official permit or a visa from the Chinese Embassy to enter the country. They’ll only be given to people with a compelling reason to visit such as business, school or seeing relatives.

As of Jan. 9, the State Department has a Level 3 advisory for China (along with Hong Kong and Macao) due to the surge of covid cases, covid-related restrictions and “arbitrary enforcement of local laws.” Travelers considering a trip to China should refer to the State Department’s entire travel information page for updates on travel advisories and country information.

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South Korea

South Korea has resumed issuing short-term travel visas to foreign tourists. The country no longer has coronavirus testing requirements or testing on arrival for entry regardless of vaccination status.

You must register with the country’s Q-code system ahead of travel, or you can complete the Health Questionnaire and Travel Record Declaration (Special Quarantine Report) on your flight to Korea (the Q-code system is recommended , however, for a smoother entry experience).

As of Oct. 13, Taiwan no longer requires visitors to quarantine on arrival. There are no inbound testing requirements for travelers, but they are required to take rapid tests in Taiwan and monitor their health for seven days.

Hong Kong has been easing its rigid pandemic rules since last fall.

As of Dec. 29, travelers to Hong Kong must take a self-arranged rapid test (RAT) within 24 hours of their flight and submit results through an online portal , but they no longer have to take a PCR test after landing. Travelers over 12 are required to be fully vaccinated or have a medical exemption certificate, and will be subject to a temperature check at their arrival airport.

Travelers should review the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region’s additional information on inbound travel requirements .

Fully vaccinated visitors and non-fully vaccinated children 12 or younger may enter Singapore without testing or quarantine requirements. Three days before their arrival, they must complete an SG Arrival Card and e-health declaration through the Immigration & Checkpoints Authority website.

Unvaccinated travelers must take an approved PCR or rapid test within two days of their departure to Singapore. They must also purchase coronavirus-specific travel insurance covering their whole stay with a minimum coverage of about $21,000 ($30,000 in Singapore dollars), in addition to submitting an SG Arrival Card.

Pre-departure testing isn’t required for those who have tested positive for the coronavirus between 14 to 90 days before their trip, but they must provide documentation to prove their infection or recovery.

The Singapore SafeTravel website has more information and a helpful tool to guide travelers through their specific requirements.

Since October, visitors to Thailand no longer have to show proof of vaccination or test ahead of arrival, marking the end of the country’s pandemic travel restrictions.

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As of May 15, Vietnam does not require a coronavirus test to enter the country. All travelers must purchase a coronavirus-specific travel insurance policy covering at least $10,000.

Vaccinated travelers may enter Laos without testing requirements. Unvaccinated or partially vaccinated visitors over 12 must provide proof of a negative coronavirus rapid test taken within 48 hours of their trip.

Cambodia is welcoming travelers without quarantine or testing requirements.

Philippines

As of Dec. 5, travelers to the Philippines are no longer required to complete a BOQ e-Health Declaration Card. They must instead register through the country’s new eTravel platform no more than 72 hours before departure for the Philippines.

As of May , fully vaccinated travelers with at least one booster dose are no longer required to provide a negative PCR test.

Unvaccinated travelers 15 and older must provide results from a rapid test (RAT) administered and certified by a health-care professional within 24 hours of departure to the Philippines.

Unvaccinated, accompanied minors under 15 can follow the protocols of their parent or accompanying adult traveling with them.

As of Aug. 1 , all travelers may enter Malaysia without coronavirus testing or quarantine requirements, regardless of vaccination status.

Indonesia has a new nomad visa that will grant wealthy transplants long-term stays on the island.

Vaccinated travelers no longer need to provide a PCR or antigen test result to enter Indonesia. However, a PCR test will be administered at the airport if travelers report coronavirus symptoms or show a temperature above 99.5 degrees. If travelers test negative, they will be required to isolate at their residence or an approved facility at their own expense.

Unvaccinated travelers will need to take a PCR test on arrival and self-quarantine for five days. On the fourth day, they can take a PCR test to end their quarantine. According to the U.S. Embassy & Consulates in Indonesia, local authorities may quarantine and vaccinate unvaccinated inbound travelers.

Those who have had the coronavirus and recovered within 30 days of their trip to Indonesia are required to take a PCR test on arrival and provide proof of recovery from a hospital in their home country.

All travelers must download the PeduliLindungi contact-tracing app before departure to Indonesia.

All visitors must get a tourist visa ahead of their trip, and either submit proof of vaccination or results of a PCR test taken within 72 hours of departure to India, according to the Indian Ministry of Health and Family Welfare guidelines . Travelers should submit their vaccine information or test results, as well as a self-declaration form, through the Air Suvidha portal ahead of their trip. Children under 5 are exempt from testing requirements but may be tested if they are symptomatic on arrival. As of December, additional requirements may be required for visitors entering from “high risk” countries; travelers should review the U.S. Embassy in India’s website for more details .

On landing in India, travelers may be randomly selected for a post-arrival test at the airport.

All travelers are required to self-monitor their health for 14 days.

All travelers are welcome in Sri Lanka without testing requirements regardless of vaccination status, but must purchase a covid-19 insurance policy provided by Sri Lanka Tourism for $12 per month.

The Maldives revoked its public health emergency March 13. Visitors must complete a travel health declaration form within 72 hours of their flight, but they are not required to test or quarantine. The government recommends taking a PCR test three to five days after arrival.

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As of March 16 , Nepal allows fully vaccinated visitors to enter the country without testing. Travelers who can’t present a certificate of vaccination have to take an approved coronavirus test (RT-PCR, NAAT, Gene Xpert) within 72 hours of their inbound flight.

United Arab Emirates

Vaccinated travelers to the UAE do not have to take a PCR test if they can present an approved vaccine certificate that contains a QR code. Unvaccinated visitors have to show a negative PCR test taken within 48 hours of departure or a QR-code-enabled certificate of recovery that was obtained within a month of the travel date.

As of Sept. 28, the UAE lifted its masking requirement for public places, but masks are still required in medical facilities and mosques and on public transportation.

Effective March 14, international visitors may enter Mongolia without any travel restrictions. The country removed its testing requirements for both vaccinated and unvaccinated visitors. Travelers will be asked to fill out a medical declaration form on arrival to Mongolia.

Myanmar resumed issuing tourist visas for vaccinated foreigners in May. Travelers must provide proof of vaccination with their entry application, or a negative test result from an RDT or rapid coronavirus test taken within 48 hours of arrival to Myanmar. Children under 12 are not required to provide a test result if they’re traveling with a fully vaccinated parent or guardian.

Visitors are also required to buy a travel insurance policy from Myanma Insurance and attach it to their entry application. They should bring printed copies of their test result, proof of vaccination and travel insurance.

Travelers must pay for a rapid test on arrival (about $8) and submit a Health Declaration Form.

However, travel to Myanmar is discouraged. The State Department has issued a Level 4: Do Not Travel advisory for the country for its civil unrest and armed conflict. Secretary of State Antony Blinken has designated actions taken by military in Myanmar against the country’s Rohingya Muslims a genocide and crimes against humanity .

Nathan Diller, Theodora Yu, Gabe Hiatt and Hannah Sampson contributed to this report.

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Southeast Asia is opening up - here's what you need to know

Holidays are back on the cards now that Asia's beach destinations are opening up.

Southeast Asia is looking forward to a busy summer thanks to easing travel restrictions in many destinations making a holiday an achievable goal.

According to The World Travel & Tourism Council, travel to the Asia Pacific region shows “impressive signs of improvement” as destinations gradually reopen their borders.

In recent months, countries including Cambodia, Vietnam, Malaysia, Thailand, Philippines, Indonesia and Singapore have all significantly relaxed their inbound travel restrictions. Even Hong Kong, labouring under the strictest travel regulations in the world, is beginning to ease up.

If you’re hoping to book a holiday, these are the latest travel requirements.

Testing requirements were dropped in March for fully vaccinated travellers. However, visitors are encouraged to ‘rapid test’ voluntarily during their visit.

Vaccination

Proof of full vaccination is required; seven days of quarantine still stands for unvaccinated arrivals.

Travellers must hold a valid passport with a minimum six months validity.

Travellers must have a visa; a tourist visa can be applied for online or can be obtained on arrival and is valid for 30 days.

Visitors must have travel insurance with a minimum cover of US$50,000.

Children aged 17 and under can follow the entrance requirements as for fully vaccinated arrivals.

Travellers must show a negative PCR test taken within 48 hours of departure.

Proof of full vaccination is required.

Travellers must have a visa; a tourist visa for most nationalities can be obtained online or on arrival and is valid for 30 days with an option to extend.

Travellers must have health insurance with US$25,000 coverage that includes Covid-19 and medevac.

Children under five years are exempt from Covid vaccination requirements. Children under 17 who have not been vaccinated must provide proof of policy that children cannot be vaccinated in their home country.

Malaysia (from May 1)

Testing will no longer be required from May 1. However, visitors are encouraged to ‘rapid test’ during their visit.

Visas are not required for certain nationalities. Check with your local government before departure.

Travel insurance will no longer be mandatory after May 1.

Along with fully vaccinated adults, all children under the age of 12 can follow the new 'no test' rules.

Philippines

Travellers must have proof of a PCR test taken within 48 hours of departure or a laboratory-based antigen test taken within 24 hours of travel.

Visas are not required for certain nationalities as long as travellers are fully vaccinated and have the relevant paperwork. Check with your local government before departure.

All travellers must have insurance with a minimum cover of US$35,000.

Children under 12 years travelling with fully vaccinated parents are exempt from vaccination requirements. Children aged three and under are exempt from testing requirements.

Thailand (from May 1)

The Thailand Pass registration scheme remains in place. Applications under the new rules can be made from April 29.

All travellers must have insurance with a minimum cover of US$10,000.

Children aged 17 and under and travelling with their fully vaccinated parents do not need to show proof of vaccination.

Travellers must have proof of a negative PCR test taken within 72 hours of departure or a laboratory-based antigen test within 24 hours of departure.

Entry requirements are the same for all arrivals, regardless of vaccination status.

Tourists to Vietnam can apply for a tourist visa online. Visa waivers are available for 13 countries allowing visits for up to 15 days.

Children under two years are exempt from testing requirements.

All information correct at time of going to press. Always double-check entrance requirements before you book a trip as rules can change quickly.

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Here is a look at which countries are opening up across the Asia-Pacific region and those staying sealed off from the world.

Southeast Asia

Thailand will allow vaccinated travellers from 46 countries and territories to enter the kingdom without quarantining from Monday, as it seeks to revive its vital tourism industry.

Other parts of the region -- which largely escaped the pandemic's initial wave, only to be hit hard this year -- are following its lead, albeit at a slower pace.

Business hub Singapore has started quarantine-free travel for fully vaccinated travellers from 10 countries, including the United States and several European countries, and will add more soon.

Indonesia re-opened the resort island of Bali this month to tourists from select countries although, with travellers still required to do a five-day quarantine on arrival, the scheme has had a slow start.

Vietnam plans to allow foreign visitors entry to the holiday island of Phu Quoc from next month and Malaysia has a similar plan for Langkawi island, while Cambodia will reopen beach spots Sihanoukville, Koh Rong and Dara Sakor from November 30.

Some countries, including the Philippines and Myanmar, remain closed to foreign tourists.

Mainland China, where Covid-19 first emerged last year, remains closed to overseas tourists, as is Japan.

South Korea has started accepting visitors from 49 countries. A negative coronavirus test is required for all arrivals, with a limited exemption from a 14-day quarantine for those vaccinated in South Korea.

Some of the world's toughest measures have been implemented in Hong Kong -- with a maximum 21-day quarantine for incoming travellers -- which has kept virus cases low but crippled the travel industry.

Recovering from a devastating surge earlier this year, India re-opened for foreign tourists on charter flights this month and will allow in visitors on all flights from mid-November.

Fully vaccinated travellers no longer have to undergo home quarantine, provided they are arriving from countries with which India has reciprocal arrangements for acceptance of WHO-approved vaccines.

Last month, Nepal started issuing visas on arrival for vaccinated tourists and dropped quarantine requirements as it seeks to lure back foreign trekkers to its mountains.

More than a million tourists visited the Himalayan country in 2019 -- but numbers dropped by 80 percent last year.

Among the first countries to reopen borders was the popular holiday destination of the Maldives, which started allowing in foreign tourists in July last year.

The number of tourists visiting the Indian Ocean atoll nation recovered to 500,000 last year following the re-opening, and authorities expect 1.5 million holidaymakers this year -- just shy of the figure in 2019.

Sri Lanka opened its international borders for fully vaccinated tourists without any quarantine requirements on October 7, while Pakistan allows in foreign visitors as long as they have proof of vaccination and a negative Covid-19 test.

Australia and the Pacific

Australia introduced some of the world's toughest border restrictions in response to the pandemic, banning citizens from travelling overseas without permission.

But the government announced Wednesday that the ban would be lifted, with the country's border also set to open to skilled workers and international students by year's end.

New Zealand remains closed to foreign visitors, with no date for reopening.

The South Pacific nation of Fiji, whose economy is heavily tourism-dependent, will allow vaccinated travellers from countries across Europe and Asia to enter quarantine-free, as well as those from the United States, starting December 1.

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