COVID-19 Precautionary Measures in Saint Barthelemy (31 May Update)

Can a resident enter the country?

• Yes

• Residents are allowed to enter.

Can a foreigner enter the country?

• Yes, with exceptions

• All travellers flying from France or transiting through France and who are arriving from the EU countries, countries on the EU whitelist, i.e. Australia, Israel, New Zealand, Rwanda, Singapore, South Korea, Thailand, and China (subject to confirmation of reciprocity), and the EU/Schengen Countries, i.e. Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway, Switzerland, Andorra, Monaco, San Marino, and the Vatican, can enter Saint Barthelemy without any compelling reasons and also without any vaccination requirement.

• Effective 9 June, travellers from any country, e.g. (US, Canada) who can show proof of full vaccination can enter Saint Barthelemy except for travellers from Brazil.

• Travellers who are neither in the whitelist countries nor fully vaccinated can only enter Saint Barthelemy with a “compelling reason”. Additional information is available here.

• Travellers must have booked a stay of 7 nights minimum. Travellers will be asked for proof of their booking which can be issued by an agency, hotel, or accommodation owner.

• Is a test required on arrival?

• No

• At airports and other ports of entry, health screening measures are in effect.

• Visitors staying longer than 7 days on the island are asked to get a PCR COVID-19 test in Saint-Barthélemy on Day 8 of their stay.

Is a test certificate allowed?

• Yes

• Test certificates issued outside of Saint Barthelemy are accepted.

Test certificate required?

• Yes, with exceptions.

• All visitors aged ten (10) or above must present a negative RT-PCR COVID-19 certificate regardless of vaccination status. The test must be performed within 72 hours before arrival. Antigen test certificates are not accepted.

• No measure is imposed for journeys between Saint-Martin and Saint Barthélemy, but a PCR or antigen test is recommended for a stay of more than 3 days.

Is quarantine required on arrival?

• Yes, with exceptions

• All travellers are required to self-isolate for seven days on arrival to St. Barthelemy.

• Visitors staying longer than 7 days on the island are asked to get a PCR COVID-19 test on Day 8 of their stay.

• No measure is imposed for journeys between Saint-Martin and Saint Barthélemy for travellers staying less than 3 days.

• Effective 9 June, travellers who have been fully vaccinated will be exempted from seven-day self-isolation requirements.

• Based on the above restrictions, most travellers will be required to spend a minimum of 7 days in quarantine unless they are travelling from St. Martin.

Entry form required?

• Yes

• Travellers must present a sworn statement that they have no symptoms and that they are not aware of having been in contact with a confirmed case of COVID-19 in the 14 days preceding the flight.

• Passengers arriving in Saint Barthelemy via Sint Maarten need to complete and submit a travel entry request for Sint Maarten.

Recommended Border App

• Yes

• A COVID-19 application, “TousAntiCovid”, is available for Android and IOS devices and can be downloaded through this link.

Is a vaccination required?

• No

• A vaccination for COVID-19 is not required for entry into the country. However, starting 9 June, fully vaccinated travellers will be allowed to enter the country without the need to self-isolate.

Insurance required?

• No

• Proof of insurance coverage for COVID-19 expenses is not required to enter the country.

Airline restrictions

• Minimal

• In order to get to Saint Barthelemy, travellers can transit through San Juan Airport (SJU), Sint Maarten Princess Juliana Airport (SXM), and Antigua Airport (ANU), which are open for commercial flights.

• Arrivals are required to wear a face mask when entering the airport and during their flights.

Border restrictions

• Moderate

• Borders are open with certain restrictions and exceptions. More information can be found here

Curfew restrictions

• Minimal

• There is no curfew in effect.

Social distancing restrictions

• Minimal

• Physical distancing is encouraged. Gatherings of more than six people are prohibited on public roads.

Internal travel restrictions

• Minimal

• No restrictions are in effect.

• Masks are required when using transport, busy streets or when entering indoor establishments such as shops, grocery stores, banks, etc.

• Taxis are operating.

Non-essential shops open?

• Yes

• Non-essential shops are open.

Accommodations open?

• Yes

• Accommodations are open.

Restaurants open?

• Yes

• Restaurants are open, with physical distancing guidelines. Restaurants must close by midnight.

• A maximum of six people are allowed per table.

Bars and cafes open?

• Yes

• Bars are open with physical distancing measures. Bars are ordered to close by midnight.

Beaches and tourism sites open?

• Yes

• Beaches are open with no restrictions. Physical distancing is encouraged.

• Masks are not required on beaches.

Masks required in public?

• Yes

• Face masks are mandatory in all enclosed public places.

The COVID-19 epidemic is constantly changing worldwide. Travel and border restrictions may change with little or no notice. Airlines may have their own requirements for testing, masking, and distancing. It is recommended that travellers carry a supply of face masks since the requirement can vary by location. It is recommended that travellers practice social distancing and maintain a 6-foot distance from other individuals and avoid crowded areas. Check with your airline, booking agent, or country's embassy for information on your specific travel plans.