The Turks and Caicos Islands has announced an update to its Public and Environmental Health Arriving Passengers Travel Clearance Regulations, which will no longer mandate travellers to submit proof of vaccination against COVID-19 before arriving at the destination.  

The vaccination lift, which will go into effect on April 1, 2023, was announced by the Turks and Caicos’ Ministry of Health during a press conference and resulted from a rapid decrease in COVID-19 cases and zero new COVID-19-related deaths in recent months.

“We are thrilled to announce this new develop welcome visitors back to our beautiful island destination safely,” said Josephine Connolly, Minister of Tourism for the Turks and Caicos Islands. “Our top priority has always been the health and well-being of our residents and travellers, and we are confident that we can continue to maintain a safe environment without these restrictions." 

Throughout the pandemic, The Turks and Caicos Islands have been working closely with local and national public health officials to implement stringent health and safety protocols to mitigate the spread of COVID-19. From July 2020 to April 2022, The Ministry of Tourism created and enforced a robust testing and vaccination campaign, which included the development of TCI Assured, a quality assurance portal, to ensure that the majority of the local population was vaccinated, and in doing so, provide an added layer of protection for visitors. 

This announcement invites visitors to the Turks and Caicos Islands for a hassle-free travel experience and to confidently explore the destination’s stunning natural environment, from vast blue oceans and white sandy beaches to a diverse range of outdoor activities.