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- Normal precautions
- High degree of caution
- Avoid non-essential travel
- Do not travel
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Overview
Overview
General COVID-19 Travel Advisory in Operation
For the latest update please read the General COVID-19 Travel Advisory >
Overview
Security status
Avoid non-essential travel
Security Status Last Updated: 17 March 2020
Latest Travel Alert
COVID-19 is still a threat, but with continued public health measures, vaccination and testing, it will be possible to travel internationally. You will need to plan your travel carefully and there are risks.
Department of Foreign Affairs services and practical supports to all Irish Citizens travelling abroad can be found on Travel-dfa.ie
Travel to the Turks and Caicos Islands
The Turks and Caicos introduced new measures to manage the risks associated with the COVID 19 pandemic. From July 22nd 2020, all travelers to the Turks and Caicos Islands will be required to visit the TCI Assured Travel Authorization Portal in order to obtain a travel authorization for arrival in the Turks and Caicos Islands.
As of 1st September 2021, all visitors who are 16 years and over will require proof of being vaccinated to be granted entry to destination.
The TCI Assured Travel Authorization Portal is available by clicking here
General Travel Advice
There is currently an outbreak of Zika Virus (a dengue-like mosquito-borne disease) in Central and South America and the Caribbean. Irish Citizens especially those with a weakened immune system or women who are pregnant or trying to become pregnant are advised to follow guidance available on the website of the Health Protection Surveillance Centre (HPSC) at http://www.hpsc.ie/A-Z/Vectorborne/Zika/ .
Extreme Weather in the Caribbean Region
The public are advised to consult the following website which offers advice on preparedness for hurricanes. http://www.ready.gov/
The Atlantic hurricane season generally runs from June to November each year and can also affect the eastern and southern USA with heavy rain, flooding and extremely high winds.
Citizens with plans to be in the affected region during this period should consider the need to travel based on information relating to extreme weather projections.
Travel to Ireland
Up to date information on travelling to Ireland can be found on gov.ie. For travel within Europe please see Re-open EU.
Safety and Security
Safety and Security
Safety and security
Hurricane season
The hurricane season in the Caribbean normally runs from July to October. You should pay close attention to local and international weather reports and follow the advice of local authorities. Always monitor local and international weather updates for the region by accessing, for example, the Weather Channel, or the US National Hurricane Centre website.
Local Laws and Customs
Local Laws and Customs
Health
Health
Entry requirements
Entry requirements
Entry requirements
Visa/Passport
If you are unsure of the entry requirements for this country, including visa and other immigration information, ask your travel agent or contact the country’s nearest Embassy or Consulate.
You can also check with them how long your passport must be valid for.
Embassy contact
Embassy Contact
If you are in need of emergency assistance, please contact the Embassy at + 1-202-462-3939 and leave a message on the answering machine.
The answering machine is monitored regularly and the Duty Officer will contact you as soon as possible.
Alternatively, you may contact the Duty Officer at the Department of Foreign Affairs in Dublin at + 353-1-408 2000.
Embassy of Ireland
2234 Massachusetts Ave NW
Washington DC 20008
USA
Tel: +1 202 462 3939
Fax: +1 202 232 5993
Monday to Friday 09:00-13:00 and 14:00-16:00
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