Saint Lucia Eases Protocols for Vaccinated Travelers

Saint Lucia has eased on-island protocols for fully COVID-19 vaccinated travelers, effective May 31, including booking rental cars, dining at more local restaurants, and exploring tourism hubs like Castries, Rodney Bay, and Soufrière.

Vaccinated visitors now have expanded access to the destination from the day of arrival without restrictions and quarantine has been removed for vaccinated returning nationals. For example, vaccinated travelers are able to explore shops, markets, restaurants, and activities throughout the island in popular areas.

All visitors to Saint Lucia can stay at a range of COVID-certified accommodations, including hotels, villas, and Airbnb. Vaccinated visitors may also stay at more than two properties.

“We’ve successfully and safely managed tourism since reopening our borders in June 2020, with no need to close because of our protocols and the bubble we created for our visitors and frontline tourism workers. We are delighted to be able to expand the opportunities for vaccinated visitors and ease the restrictions for returning nationals. Vaccinated visitors can now truly vacation like a local,” said Hon. Prime Minister Allen Chastanet.

To qualify as fully vaccinated, travelers must have had the last dose of a two-dose COVID-19 vaccine or a one-dose vaccine at least two weeks prior to travel and upload proof of vaccination. Visitors must also travel with their vaccination card or documentation.

Upon arrival in Saint Lucia, pre-registered fully vaccinated visitors will be expedited via a dedicated Health Screening line and will be provided with a non-electronic identification wristband for the duration of their stay. This wristband must be worn throughout the stay and removed when departing Saint Lucia.

Non-vaccinated travelers will continue to be permitted to stay at up to two certified properties for the first 14 days and non-vaccinated returning nationals will be required to apply for quarantine for the same period. 

All travelers still must adhere to pre-arrival protocols, including producing a negative PCR test taken within five days before arrival.