This page was last updated on 16 December, 2021.
At a Glance
Travel Restrictions
Entry For Vaccinated Travelers: Allowed
Vaccination Requirements: Travelers must submit proof of complete COVID-19 vaccination with final dose administered at least fourteen (14) days prior to departure to the Republic. Vaccine received must be approved or authorized for emergency use by either the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) or the World Health Organization (WHO). Palau also accepts the Medigen vaccine authorized by the Republic of China – Taiwan’s health authorities. *For commercial air travel, travelers must submit proof to the airline.
You still need to provide:
A negative result of a COVID-19 PCR test (any type of PCR test, including NAAT, RT-PCR, qPCR, RT-LAMP, TMA, molecular test, isothermal amplification, ddPCR, or CRISPR), and such test must be taken within three (3) days prior to departure from the point of origin to the Republic; or
Documentation of recovery from COVID-19 which includes proof of a recent positive viral test and a letter from a healthcare provider or a public health official stating that you have recovered and are cleared to travel. *For commercial air travel, travelers must submit proof to the airline.
Tourist Entry: Allowed
Testing: Negative PCR test results is required for some countries.
Quarantine Required: Depends
Quarantine Details: Self-quarantine for 14 days required for some countries.
Local Restrictions
Lockdown in Effect: No
Events: Partially Allowed
Transport: Operational
Shopping: Open
Restaurants and Bars: Open with restrictions
Detailed Travel Advisory
Published 14.10.2021
1. Passengers must have a COVID-19 vaccination certificate showing that they were fully vaccinated at least 14 days before departure from the first embarkation point. Details can be found at https://www.palaugov.pw/travel .
– This does not apply to passengers younger than 12 years.
2. Passengers must have a negative COVID-19 PCR test taken at most 3 days before departure from the first embarkation point; or
– a COVID-19 recovery certificate showing that they recovered from COVID-19.
– This does not apply to passengers younger than 3 years.
3. Passengers are subject to a COVID-19 test upon arrival at their own expense.
4. Passengers are subject to a restriction of movement for 5 days.
Detailed Tourist Information
Palau is now open to tourism
STEPS FOR ENTRY:
1. Vaccination
Travelers must submit proof of complete COVID-19 vaccination with final dose administered at least fourteen (14) days prior to departure to the Republic. Vaccine received must be approved or authorized for emergency use by either the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) or the World Health Organization (WHO). Palau also accepts the Medigen vaccine authorized by the Republic of China – Taiwan’s health authorities. *For commercial air travel, travelers must submit proof to the airline.
2. Negative COVID-19 PCR Test or Documentation of Recovery
All Travelers must also provide proof of either:
A negative result of a COVID-19 PCR test (any type of PCR test, including NAAT, RT-PCR, qPCR, RT-LAMP, TMA, molecular test, isothermal amplification, ddPCR, or CRISPR), and such test must be taken within three (3) days prior to departure from the point of origin to the Republic; or
Documentation of recovery from COVID-19 which includes proof of a recent positive viral test and a letter from a healthcare provider or a public health official stating that you have recovered and are cleared to travel. *For commercial air travel, travelers must submit proof to the airline.
3. Testing and Mitigation Orders After Arrival
MANDATORY DAY 1 AND DAY 5 COVID-19 TESTING – All inbound travelers shall be subject to Mitigation Orders that include undergo mandatory COVID-19 testing on the first (1st) and fifth (5th) day following arrival in Palau. Testing shall occur at the Belau National Hospital between 8:00am – 10:30am. COVID-19 testing cost is $30.50 per test.
RESTRICTION OF MOVEMENT (ROM)/SELF-QUARANTINE FOR FIVE (5) DAYS – All travelers shall be subject to Mitigation Orders that include self-monitoring their health, and restricting movement to only essential travel (i.e., seeking medical attention, grocery shopping, banking, etc.) or following their Authorized Jurisdiction’s Special Conditions. Travelers are advised to avoid large crowds, avoid close contact with children under 12 years old and immunocompromised individuals, use preventive measures (i.e., handwashing), and wear a face mask and wristband (issued upon arrival) at all times during the ROM period.
Lockdown Details
Palau has not implemented widespread lock down or social distancing measures. The public is urged not to panic and to continue practicing public health measures to prevent respiratory infections.
Restaurants and bars in Palau are open under social distancing regulations. Non-essential businesses and attractions in Palau have re-opened under social distancing measurements. Wearing face masks is not required in Palau.
Sources
Data Source: covidcontrols.co
