Traveling to Saint Lucia? Here’s what you need to know.
Saint Lucia is loosening her restrictions/ requirements for entry into the island, but there are still a few things you need to do first. The rules are a little different if you’re in the travel bubble, a returning resident, a tourist and whether or not you’ve been vaccinated. But I’ll break it down for you.
Arriving in UVF airport
What everyone needs:
A negative PCR test (anyone 5years and over) taken no more than 5 days before arrival. Rapid tests/ antibody or antigen tests are NOT accepted. Print and travel with copies of your negative PCR test result.
Travel registration form submission. You should to submit this as early as possible. PCR tests aren’t required for submission. You will be able to log back in and upload your PCR test results later. You can apply for travel authorization here. Once all requirements are met, you will receive a travel authorization via email around 1-2 days before your travel date. Print and travel with copies of your travel authorization letter
(note: make sure your letter is dated; if not I recommend printing the actual email that shows the date and the letter- airlines were checking for the dates)
A health screening form. Everyone needs to complete this quick questionnaire on the day of travel. It must be presented at the airport upon arrival and It will speed up the process if you download, print and complete it before landing. If you forget it, don’t worry, they provide them at the airport— but that definitely slowed me down, so I would recommend getting it before hand.
via www.stlucia.org
Non Residents arriving from USA, Canada, UK and other countries not included on the travel bubble list
All non resident visitors must stay at a Covid certified accommodation.
Non vaccinated visitors must be transferred from the airport by Covid certified transportation, must remain on hotel property and can participate in Covid certified activities. After 14 days in Covid certified accommodation, visitors have the option to either stay on property continue following the initial protocols OR check in to certified bubble/staycation properties and enjoy more access to the island.
Fully vaccinated visitors may stay at Covid certified hotels/accommodation, certified bubble/staycation properties or with local friends/family. As of May 31 all fully vaccinated travelers (visitors and nationals) will be able to move around the island more freely, go to the supermarket local restaurants, hire a car etc. Fully Vaccinated travelers are still required to follow local protocols like social distancing, wearing a mask and hand washing/sanitizing. You must present your vaccination card for verification upon entry to Saint Lucia— you will receive a wristband for identification.
note: Travelers are considered “Fully Vaccinated” two weeks after the second dose of the two-shot vaccine or two weeks after a single-dose vaccine.
Visitors arriving from the travel bubble
You are considered a bubble traveler if you were in a bubble country for at least 21 days prior to your arrival in Saint Lucia.
Here are the countries in the Travel bubble:
Antigua and Barbuda, Anguilla, Barbados, British Virgin Islands, Cayman Islands, Dominica, Grenada, Montserrat, St. Kitts and Nevis, St. Vincent and the Grenadines and Turks and Caicos Islands
Visitors in the travel bubble are exempt from quarantine and can enjoy expanded access to the island, however you are still required to have a negative PCR test 5 days prior and follow all local protocols.
Returning Nationals/ Residents
Fully vaccinated returning nationals will not be required to quarantine
Non vaccinated returning nationals must quarantine for 14 days and have quarantine arrangements approved prior to travel
you may quarantine at home (if you qualify)
state facility (designated hotel)
Covid 19 certified property (restrictions apply)
Home Quarantine
Home quarantine is available to people with special circumstances such as underlying health conditions, people who travelled for medical care and applicants traveling with minors.
If any of these apply to you, you may apply for home quarantine if your home meets the requirements.
Note: the home quarantine application is part of the travel registration form
Once you get approval for home quarantine, you will be required to purchase and wear:
Biobutton ($100usd ) — purchase it here.
You have the option to have it shipped to you before travel (US only) or collect it when you arrive in Saint Lucia.
Tracking wristwatch (75usd) payable at the port of entry.
You will need to wear both for the duration of your stay.
State quarantine
You will be accommodated for State Quarantine at Bel Jou hotel and the government provides transfers to State Quarantine. Email frontdesk@beljouhotel.com to book.
Here are the fees for state Quarantine:
Single Occupancy US$25 (changes to $85usd per night effective July 1, 2021 )
Double Occupancy US$45 (changes to $165usd per night effective July 1, 2021 )
Triple Occupancy US$65 (changes to $240usd per night effective July 1, 2021 )
A minimum of 9 nights must be reserved.
After 7 days in state Quarantine, you will be required to take a PCR test. After getting your results (estimated 24-72hrs ) you may be granted home quarantine, as long as your home meets the requirements. You can only be transferred to home quarantine via Covid certified taxi.
Quarantine Fee Exemptions
The government may consider waiving your quarantine fees if you are:
returning student
travelled for medical care
a persons with dire socio economic circumstances including forced repatriation
Complete this Exemption Form and email it to mohcovidresponse@gmail.com. Allow 7 days for processing.
Note: you will still be responsible to pay for the biobutton and tracking wristwatch at a combined reduced cost of 260XCD / around 100USD
Quarantine at Covid certified property:
You may complete your 14 day quarantine period at a Covid certified property, but you will be required to stay in house and on property until you complete quarantine. You may only be transferred to Covid certified accommodations via Covid certified taxis.
Arrivals by Sea
If you are arriving by sea, you will need to contact the Port Health Authority and/or marina for information.
Here are the emails for each:
IGY Rodney Bay Marina: rbm@igymarinas.com
Port Health at IGY Rodney Bay Marina: porthealthigymarina@gmail.com
Marigot Bay Marina: troy.blanchard@marigotbayresort.com
Port Health at Marigot Bay Marina: porthealth_mbmarina@outlook.com
Returning Home/ Leaving Saint Lucia
Depending on where you’re traveling to, you may be required to take a covid test to leave Saint Lucia. You can find information on Hospitals, Medical centers, and clinics that offer covid tests here.
If you need any additional information about the travel requirements, testing, quarantine, covid protocols and whatever other questions you have about traveling to Saint Lucia, visit stlucia.org
Thank you all for reading! Let me know if you have any questions for me / about my personal experience. I also have some YouTube videos about my experience traveling to Saint Lucia, you can check them out below:
