Coronavirus in Curacao – NEWS UPDATES
The Coronavirus in Curacao (COVID-19) is dynamic situation that is on all of our minds. The health and safety of you, your family and your friends is of paramount concern. With that in mind, please check back as we will do our best to keep you informed about the latest developments regarding travel and tourism on Curaçao.
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Coronavirus in Curacao – Government Announcements
Updated: January 11th, 2021
January 11th, 2021 – Newly Adjusted Government Measures regarding the Coronavirus in Curacao:
After the active cases have been decreasing, the Government has decided to adjust the following measures starting Wednesday January 13, 2021:
- Curfew has been adjusted from 11PM-4:30AM.
- ‘Lei seku’ has been removed; meaning Restaurants/bars etc. can continue to serve alcohol.
- Public transportation will be available till 10PM.
- Snèk, bar, cafe and beach bars can stay open till 7PM.
- Truk’i Pan can offer their services from 6PM – 10PM for take-out, delivery or curbside pick-up.
- Restaurants can stay open according to their permits, but no longer than 10PM and can offer their services for take-out, delivery or curbside pick-up. If the restaurant is outdoor or has outdoor seating, they can serve customers to a max capacity of 50%, but no more than 50 people. Indoor seating is not allowed.
The other previously set measures are still in place and these adjusted measures will be in place till February 1, 2020. There will be an evaluation of these measurements in 2 weeks.
The Curaçao sun is waiting for you. There are still destinations where you can enjoy a relaxing sun holiday in the coming months. Fortunately, Curaçao receives you with open arms and at an appropriate distance. The sun on your back, your gaze over the bright blue sea, a cold drink at your fingertips; the worries of the past months are slowly slipping away. Curacao has restarted tourism in a controlled manner and the number of infections is under control. Because all tourists have to do a Coronavirus (COVID-19) PCR test and measures have been taken, COVID-19 is not so intrusive. Of course we want to keep Curaçao safe for you as a visitor, but of course also for our population.
So don’t wait any longer, the Curaçao sun is waiting for you. Feel it for yourself!
Traveling to Curaçao from low-risk countries
As of January 1, 2021 passengers traveling from the following countries are welcome to visit Curacao:
Anguilla, Antigua and Barbuda, Aruba, Bermuda, Bonaire, British Virgin Islands, Cayman Islands, Dominica, Grenada, Montserrat, Saba, Saint Barthelemy, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, St. Eustatius, Sint Maarten, Saint Martin, St. Vincent and Grenadines, Turks & Caicos
Travelers departing out of any of these islands have to take these 2 mandatory steps:
- Complete the digital immigration card online before departure at dicardcuracao.com.
- Within 48 hours before departure, you need to digitally fill out the Passenger Locator Card (PLC) and carry a printed document of proof with you. You may do so at dicardcuracao.com.
Traveling to Curaçao from high-risk countries
As Curacao reopens to the world, we look forward to welcoming visitors as per January 1st 2021. Prior to departure, all visitors must follow these 3 mandatory steps on dicardcuracao.com:
- Complete the digital immigration card online before departure at dicardcuracao.com.
- Within 48 hours before departure, you need to digitally fill out the Passenger Locator Card (PLC) and carry a printed document of proof with you. You may do so at dicardcuracao.com.
- Each visitor entering Curaçao will need to show a negative result from a certified COVID-19 PCR-test (Please note: PCR tests based on Gargle samples will not be accepted.) and carry a printed document of proof with them. The test is taken max. 72 hours prior to departure at an accredited laboratory. You may contact your general practitioner for a referral to the nearest institution. You will be required to upload the negative test results of the COVID-19 PCR-test on dicardcuracao.com before departure.
Children 6 years and younger that show no symptoms, and whose parents can show proof of a negative PCR test, are not required to undergo a PCR test. In this case children 6 and younger do not need to complet a PLC.
Please note the following entry conditions apply to all travelers (from low- and high risk countries):
Regardless if you are traveling from a low risk or high risk country these general requirements will apply. Please see the risk area sections for additional requirements.
- You have been in contact with a person who tested positively for COVID-19 within 14 days prior to arrival. If this is the case, you will be placed in mandatory quarantine.
- You must carry a printed document of proof of the mandatory steps at all times during your travel.
- You must be adequately insured for medical care and any additional costs if you are quarantined or become ill during your stay.
- No cruise passengers are currently admitted.
- If you do not meet the above conditions, you may be quarantined on arrival. This is entirely at your own expense.
During your stay in Curaçao
- Attention: New Precautionary Measures announced on December 1st and valid through Monday, January 11, 2021
- If you are tested positive for COVID-19 during your stay in Curaçao, you will be quarantined immediately.
- All the tourist facilities follow ‘A Dushi Stay, the Healthy Way’ guidelines to guarantee safety for visitors and staff, while making you feel welcome in a relaxed and safe environment.
- If you are in Curaçao and you start to show any symptoms related to COVID-19 (dry cough, fever, tiredness, sore throat, headache, loss of taste or smell) you are to immediately contact the health authority (GGD) by calling 9345.
- Visitors will be asked to practice frequent hand hygiene and will have access to handwashing facilities with soap, single-use paper towels or automatic dryers for drying and alcohol-based hand sanitizer.
- Distancing measures are in place in all public spaces on the island. That means a 2 meter (6 feet) distance between people is to be kept at all times.
- In case the 2 meter (6 feet) distance cannot be kept, visitors are asked to wear face masks.
Restaurants, bars, beach clubs and other hospitality facilities are open for business adhering to normal opening hours. Guests are asked to make reservations in advance. - Transport to and from the airport is performed according to guidelines. You may rent a car and move freely on the island.
Before your departure you have to take these 3 mandatory steps on dicardcuracao.com:
- Complete the digital immigration card online before departure at dicardcuracao.com.
- Within 48 hours before departure, you need to digitally fill out the Passenger Locator Card (PLC) and carry a printed document of proof with you. You may do so at dicardcuracao.com.
- Each visitor entering Curaçao will need to show a negative result from a certified COVID-19 PCR-test (Please note: PCR tests based on Gargle samples will not be accepted.) and carry a printed document of proof with them. The test is taken max. 72 hours prior to departure at an accredited laboratory. You may contact your general practitioner for a referral to the nearest institution. You will be required to upload the negative test results of the COVID-19 PCR-test on dicardcuracao.com before departure.
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Coronavirus (Covid-19) testing facilities on Curacao
While you are on-island, or in case you must return to a country where a negative test is required, COVID-19 testing is available at the following locations:
- ADC
www.adcnv.com
Phone: +599-9-434-5100 - Lab de Med
www.labdemed.org
Phone: +599-9-736-1030 - MLS
www.mlscuracao.com
Phone: +599-9-736-8455
To fill out the Digital Immigration form, the PLC Form and upload the negative PCR Test, please follow this link: https://www.dicardcuracao.com/
- They must fill in a ‘Passenger Location Card’ (PLC) digitally before traveling (click link above for the digital immigration card)
- The traveler must have a copy of the PLC printed when traveling.
- The traveler must not have traveled to a high-risk country, and if they have, they must go into mandatory quarantine.
- The traveler must fill in and sign the form to the best of their ability and truthfully.
- They must have done a PCR test max. 72 hours prior to their flight
- The PCR test result must be negative in order to travel.
- The traveler must have the PCR test results printed when traveling.
- The airline will control the test results prior to boarding.
- The traveler must agree with all the stipulated conditions of the Government of Curaçao in order to travel to and enter Curaçao.
- The traveler must agree that all medical costs, quarantine costs and/or isolation will be at their own costs.
Dushi Stay App
Curaçao reopened and we’re thrilled to welcome back our dushi friends from abroad. It is important that you stay informed and adhere to basic hygiene and physical distancing measures that are in place for the locals as much as they are for you. In the Dushi Stap App, you’ll find the most recent updates on the general guidelines that take place on Curaçao. Once you’re ready to come visit us, more information will be shared with you for each phase of your trip. Download the Dushi Stay App to be informed on the latest developments about the Coronavirus (Covid-19) on Curacao, available on Google Play and App Store.
The Curaçao Tourist Board is working in close collaboration with the Ministry of Public Health, Environment and Nature, the Ministry of Economic Development, the Curaçao Civil Aviation Authority and government agencies to guarantee a safe reopening. Guidelines have also been created and implemented in the tourism industry to avoid the spread of COVID-19.
It is important that you stay informed and adhere to basic hygiene and physical distancing measures that are in place for the locals as much as they are for you.
Ocean Encounters is Curaçao’s premier 5-star dive resort, known for its fun, customer service oriented staff, and quality products.
Ocean Encounters has always taken a great deal of pride in providing a quality service and “ultimate dive experience” to our guests, while ensuring their safety, and the safety of our employees, always. With this in mind, we have amended our standard health and safety procedures to include a more stringent protocol related to the Coronavirus (Covid-19) on Curacao, as follows:
If you’re dreaming about your next seriously fun Curacao dive vacation, here’s what The Dive Bus Curaçao is doing to help keep you safe and healthy while you’re here.
To help us make that happen, please read the following COVID-19 precautionary measures at The Dive Bus: i.e. the latest ‘The Dive Bus normal’. These measures apply to Dive Bus Crew members as well as you, to help keep everyone safe, healthy and having a great time.
The Natural and Safe Place to Stay
AN ABUNDANCE OF OPEN SPACE * 365 DAYS OF SUN * FREEDOM OF CHOICE
The abundance of open space at LionsDive Beach Resort Curaçao creates a natural preventative measure, against the Coronavirus (Covid-19) on Curacao, where you can practice being social, yet distant to easily protect yourself and your family.
What is AMResorts doing to keep travelers safe?
Sunscape Curaçao Beach Resort, Spa and Casino is closely monitoring information about the Coronavirus on Curacao (COVID-19) and the safety and wellbeing of their guests, partners and colleagues is of utmost importance. AMResorts® branded properties adhere to strict international guidelines related to the prevention, detection and treatment of many diseases.
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