Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs - Turks and Caicos Islands Entry Requirements
Do I need to apply to the TCI Assured portal for approval to visit the TCI?
No, Visitors and residents will no longer be required to;
- Apply for Travel Authorisation
- Provide evidence of a negative COVID-19 test prior to arrival
- Complete a health screening questionnaire
- Present evidence of travel insurance which covers COVID-19 medical costs and full hospitalization, doctors’ visits, prescriptions and air ambulance.
- Wear masks/face coverings
Do I need an approval letter to enter the TCI?
When did the TCI implement the requirement for visitors to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19?
Does the TCI require booster vaccines for entry?
What do I need to submit for consideration of a medical exemption?
Is evidence of prior infection such as a positive test result of results of antibody testing accepted in lieu of being fully vaccinated?
Is a negative COVID-19 test accepted in lieu of being fully vaccinated?
Do children under the age of 18 years have to provide proof of being fully vaccinated?
What if my child turns 18 during the trip?
Do children under the age of 18 years have to provide a negative test result to travel?
Are COVID-19 tests required for entry?
Do I need to upload my vaccine information?
What happens if my exemption is not accepted?
Are religious exemptions accepted?
When will the entry requirements be updated?
When will the vaccine requirement be lifted?
What should I do if my medical exemption is approved by the Ministry of Health, Turks and Caicos Islands?
How long will my medical exemption be valid for?
FAQs About COVID-19 Vaccine
Should one wear a mask after getting vaccinated?
Yes, it is recommended that persons continue to wear a maskthat covers theirnose and mouth whenin contact with others outside your household, when in healthcare facilities, and whenreceiving any vaccine, including a COVID-19 vaccine. Especially due to the existence of COVID-19 variants that are more easily transmissible. Anyone who has trouble breathing or is unable to remove a mask without assistance should not wear a mask.
Are there any special considerations for who will be taking the vaccine first?
I have already been tested positive for COVID-19, do I still need to be vaccinated?
Why would a vaccine be needed if we can do other things like wearing masks, social distancing to prevent the virus that cause COVID-19?
What percentage of the population needs to get vaccinated to get herd immunity to COVID-19?
What are the risks of COVID-19 vaccines? Can there be side effects?
Can I get COVID-19 if I have been vaccinated? Can someone who has received the vaccine die of COVID-19?
If I have been vaccinated, can I spread the virus?
I’ve seen a lot of rumors on social media about vaccines. How can I tell what is true?
FAQs About COVID-19
About Covid-19
Covid-19 is an infectious disease and the most recently discovered form of coronavirus. Its symptoms include fever, tiredness and dry cough.Some people become infected but don’t develop any symptoms and don’t feel unwell.In more severe cases, it can lead to serious illness with older people and those with underlying medical conditions most at risk.
What is Community Based Transmission?
What are Community Mitigation Activities?
What is Contact Tracing?
What's the risk of coronavirus in the TCI?
What are the symptoms of coronavirus?
How coronavirus is spread
Do I need to avoid public places?
How likely am I to catch COVID 19?
How can I avoid getting or spreading coronavirus?
Who should call the COVID-19 hotline?
How to self-quarantine if you're asked to?
Is there a treatment for coronavirus?
