British Virgin Islands reopen borders for international tourists

Thursday, December 10, 2020

The extraordinarily beautiful British Virgin Islands have re-opened their borders for foreign tourists for the first time since March. A popular yachting destination comprising more than 60 islands set in a volcanic archipelago, British Virgin Islands are sure to be welcomed by travelers.

The British Virgin Islands are well-known for their many unspoiled islands, and entry into the territory is only permitted at one specific location. The Terrance B. Lettsome Airport, the country’s main airport on Beef Island, is the sole port of entry that prospective travelers must arrive at. It has all necessary Covid-19 protocols in place for ensuring a safe arrival.

For entering the islands, proper preparation must be carried out in advance for secure access to the country.

Specific protocols need to be carried out by visitors from any nation, regardless of pre-existing visa agreements between the two states.

The decision to open the borders comes after a prolonged period of little to no cases, with only one case recorded in the last 30 days. This might owe to the islands’ remote nature and closed borders, but it also comes after a lot of hard work and preparation the island inhabitants.

The territory’s Premier, Andrew A. Fahie said that the territory has revised its legislation, improved its medical facilities and made adjustments to daily life on the islands like mask wearing, social distancing and installing hand washing stations at various establishments.

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