COVID-19 Travel Restrictions in St. Lucia
Welcome to Sunsail's marina in St. Lucia. While the St. Lucia is opening its borders for international travelers, certain Policies and Procedures will need to be followed when entering the country, before, and during your stay there.
Before You Go
Travel Advisories
Starting January 26, 2021, the U.S. Government will require all travelers coming from international countries - including U.S. citizens - to present negative test results within 3 days of departure aboard a flight. Antibody tests and vaccines are not accepted. The closest testing facility is a Polyclinic located 5 minutes from the base by taxi. A PCR test costs $105 USD.
Travelers must submit a Pre-Arrival Registration Form
Travelers must present a negative COVID-19 RT-PCR Negative (Swab) Test taken within 5 days of travel. No other form of test or vaccine is accepted.
For charters with itineraries to St. Vincent and the Grenadines:
Entry protocols for each cruising area may differ and have yet to be determined.
Upon returning to St Lucia, guests must take another PCR test to re-enter St Lucia, which can be done at New Marina in Canouan with results given in 24 hours. The cost is $120 USD.
Travel Insurance
We recommend purchasing travel insurance coverage learn more here.
Guest List
In preparation for your arrival, we ask that you fill out the Guest List with a list of all of the passengers on your yacht including yourself. Please submit this form at least 30 days prior to departure.
Pre-Provisioning
Order your food and beverages in advance with our convenient online provisioning store and have your provisions delivered directly to your yacht.
Book Transfers
Contact a Vacation Planner to make transfer or flight arrangements.
Watch Charter Briefings
We require all guests to watch a charter safety video. The captain and first mate must become familiar with the sailing area by watching a chart briefing. Please watch these briefing videos in the comfort of your own home or office before you are scheduled to depart.
When You Arrive
COVID-19 Testing
Travelers must stay in a COVID-19 certified accomodation/yacht. For more details see: https://www.stlucia.org/en/covid-19/
Upon arrival, charter guests will be taken to the yacht for quarantine. You may NOT leave the vessel for shopping or dining, however, you may place meal delivery orders before you leave the dock. Please order provisions online in advance, so they are placed on board before you arrive.
Travel.state.gov is also a good source of information.
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