Turks & Caicos Islands Travel Safe – Helpful Links

The TCI Assured Program is a Pre-Travel Authorization Program

All travelers to the Turks and Caicos Islands are required to visit the TCI Assured Travel Authorization Portal in order to obtain a travel authorization for arrival in the Turks and Caicos Islands. Once a passenger registers at the Authorization Portal and completes the registration process as outlined, a travel authorization notification will be given. Airlines will not be able to board passengers without this authorization.

The travel authorization form should be presented at the time of check-in to the appropriate airline so please print all documents to have on hand at the airport. Persons without an authorization slip either physical or e-copy will not be able to travel to the islands.

We look forward to welcoming you to our ‘Beautiful by Nature’ Turks and Caicos Islands.

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There are several companies that can provide the required Covid-19 PCR test within 5 days of travel. Please contact us for a list of sources. TCI Safe website can also guide you through the insurance and COVID-19 testing requirements.

Helpful Links also listed here:

TCI Assured FAQs

https://travelauthorisation.turksandcaicostourism.com/public/

https://www.tcisafe.com/

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Wondering Whether We’re Open to Visitors Again? Here is Everything You Need to Know to Make Your Travel Plans to Turks and Caicos Islands

Our borders are open to international travel and we are welcoming visitors to our shores. If you wish to take a holiday in Turks & Caicos simply follow the three steps below.

Prior to arrival you will have to submit 3 items to the TCI Assured Portal for pre-approval as follows:

1. A negative COVID-19 PCR test taken within 5 days of travel (click Vault Health for an approved at home testing service for travel to Turks and Caicos)
2. Proof of medical insurance (click TCI Safe for an approved travel insurance provider)
3. And a health screening form

Once you have been approved through the TCI Assured Portal, you will receive your Travel Authorisation Certificate via email and are all set to travel. Upon arrival at the airport, you will be asked to provide your Travel Authorisation Certificate at check in, and then allowed to proceed to the departure lounge.

We look forward to welcoming you back to the Turks & Caicos.

Turks & Caicos Islands’ Plans To Open Borders on July 22nd

The Turks & Caicos Islands Government has announced the plans for the next phases of a gradual re-opening of our islands and we are excited to let you know that the international borders are slated to open on July 22^nd, 2020.

Starting June 5th, additional retail businesses to reopen and activities to resume that must strictly adhere to standard operating protocols for retail business issued by the Ministry of Health. This includes real estate property showings, personal services by appointment, non-contact sports, day-care services, and churches with limited capacity.

Starting June 22^nd, essential travel to outer islands and return of residents that are currently abroad.

Starting July 6^th, full re-opening of local economy, all businesses and activities adhering to established protocols.

Starting July 22^nd, re-opening of International and Regional Borders.

This has indeed been a challenging time for every global community. We are grateful to our leaders and essential works who have kept us all safe throughout the past few months.

We have heard from many of you with your desired plans to visit, whether it is a postponed trip that you are rescheduling or sought-after return to our beautiful beaches. We hope that you and your families are healthy and safe and we look forward to welcoming you back!

For full details the link to the Ministerial Statement is provided below along with the chart.

Link to Premier Cartwright-Robinson’s Ministerial Statement

Turks & Caicos Islands Phased Re-Opening Commencing May 4th

The Turks & Caicos Islands Government has announced the first phase of a gradual re-opening of our islands after a 37 day shelter-in-place order.

Starting May 4th, our beaches will reopen with strict social distancing in place as will hardware stores. We will be able to move about with social distancing but we are encouraged to #stayhome if traveling on the roadways is non-essential.

Starting May 11th, retail stores, restaurants for takeaway meals, key government offices, and construction – to name a few – will be permitted to open with strict adherence to social distancing and health guidelines.

International travel will remain closed until, at least, June 1st. In the meantime, Government Ministers will be establishing a stakeholder engagement group with the hospitality sector, guided by Heath, to support and inform the work that will be required to start to reopen the islands to international tourism.  

Link to Full Press Release Here

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Phase 1 Outline Charts below.