Desbloqueando los viajes por Asia Pacífico: ¿Qué países están abiertos al turismo ahora?

Las cuarentenas obligatorias son quizás el elemento menos deseable de viajar al extranjero en el mundo pospandémico. Afortunadamente, con la implementación del pasaporte de la vacuna, muchos países están flexibilizando sus requisitos de cuarentena y haciendo concesiones para acomodar las llegadas internacionales.

As of junio 2022 these countries are open to visitors without compulsory quarantine: CAMBOYA, Fiji, Polinesia francés, India, Indonesia, Laos, The Maldives, Malasia, Nepal, Filipinas, Singapur, Sri Lanka, Tailandia, and The United Arab Emirates.

Si bien estos países brindan una entrada libre de cuarentena, en la mayoría de los casos, la exención del período de cuarentena depende de las pruebas y / o el estado de vacunación del visitante (consulte la tabla a continuación). Tenga en cuenta que aún se impondrá la cuarentena obligatoria a aquellos que den positivo durante los exámenes de salud realizados en el aeropuerto.

Aquí está la lista de países de Asia Pacífico abiertos a turistas internacionales sin cuarentena:

Restricciones de entrada a Australia

All incoming international travelers are requested to provide proof they’ve had two doses of an approved vaccine. A negative Covid test result is no longer required to board the plane. Unvaccinated international travelers who arrive in Australia may be considered for visa cancellation, detention, and removal.

If you arrive by plane you should complete a Digital Passenger Declaration (DPD) available online.

Official government pages contain up-to-date information about currently available visa options.

Reglas de cuarentena

Las reglas de cuarentena se determinan a nivel estatal. Es posible que se aplique una cuarentena reducida según el estado o territorio al que viaje el visitante. La mayoría de los estados requieren que los viajeros se realicen una prueba PCR de COVID-19 dentro de las 24 horas posteriores a su llegada a Australia.

Visas

Cambodia has resumed its visa on arrival service, which cost US$35 for a maximum stay of 30 days. Some nationalities have to arrange visas in advance, before arrival – by applying online on the Cambodian Government’s official portal evisa.gov.kh, or through the nearest embassy or consulate of Cambodia.

Requisitos para viajar a Camboya

All vaccinated travelers need to demonstrate their vaccination status on arrival.

Unvaccinated visitors must present a PCR COVID-19 test taken at least 72 hours before arriving in Cambodia. A deposit of $US2,000 in cash is required to cover the costs of further tests and quarantine (any unused funds will be returned).

All foreign travelers must have health insurance with a minimum coverage of US$50,000. The insurance must cover COVID-19 treatments, quarantine, and hospitalization.

Transit through Cambodia

Transit via Phnom Penh International Airport (PNH) in Cambodia is permitted for most foreign nationals. If you don’t have a boarding pass for a connecting flight, you should contact the transit security check before proceeding to the gate.

Reglas de cuarentena

Fully vaccinated visitors are not required to quarantine on arrival.

Unvaccinated visitors must undergo 7 days quarantine at a government-designated hotel or Alternative State Quarantine hotel. There is a mandatory Covid test on the first day and the last day of quarantine.

Regulaciones de entrada a China

Todos los viajeros deben solicitar un permiso oficial o una visa con el consulado chino en su país de origen. También deben demostrar que tienen un motivo de peso para viajar (por ejemplo, necesidades humanitarias). Para una visa, se debe enviar una solicitud física por correo al consulado. La tarifa total es de alrededor de $ 150 (A $ 205) y debe pagarse con giro postal o cheque.

Se realizó una prueba de PCR 48 horas antes de que se requiera el embarque. El informe de la prueba junto con una carta de compromiso sobre la vacunación COVID-19 deben enviarse en el Certificado de declaración de salud de China. website.

Entry requirements were slightly eased on May 20, allowing entry for visitors from selected countries (including the UK, USA, Spain, and Australia) – regardless of their vaccination status they now just need to undergo two PCR tests within 48 hours before departure.

Fast Lanes

China has set up fast track channels with some countries to make essential business travels or official visits to China easier. So far, Fast Track agreements have been signed with Germany, France, South Korea, the UK, Japan, and Singapore.

Reglas de cuarentena

Los viajeros que ingresen a China continental deben someterse a pruebas COVID-19 obligatorias a su llegada y una cuarentena de 21 días a su propio costo. Para salir de la cuarentena, los viajeros deben aceptar una variedad de pruebas invasivas de COVID-19.

¿Cuándo abrirá China sus fronteras al turismo?

El gobierno chino anunció que la fecha realista para levantar las restricciones fronterizas sería en la segunda mitad de 2022 . Sin embargo, el país solo reabrirá después de cumplir una serie de requisitos.

Transit through Fiji

You can stay within the airport if you have a valid outward ticket within 72 hours of arrival and meet the requirements for entry into the country of your final destination. If the transit is 48 hours or more, travelers need to have a confirmed RAT in Fiji within 48-72 hours after arriving.

Reglas de cuarentena de Fiji

Foreign visitors arriving from all countries can enjoy Fiji quarantine-free.

Regulaciones de viaje de Hong Kong

Cualquier persona que llegue a Hong Kong desde el extranjero debe cumplir con tres requisitos básicos:

• Present a recognized proof of vaccination.
• Present a negative result of PCR test (taken within 48 hours before the departure).
• Presentar la confirmación de una reserva en un hotel de cuarentena designado.

All arriving passengers are required to undergo a PCR test for COVID-19 prior to clearing immigration and baggage collection.

Tránsito por Hong Kong

Transiting through Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) is allowed, as long as (1) connection time is within 24 hours, (2) the itinerary is contained in a single booking, (3) baggage is checked through until the final destination, and (4) passenger can present a negative PCR test result.

Medidas para la cuarentena

Hong Kong has some of the world’s strictest quarantine policies. There is a compulsory 7-14 days quarantine for both vaccinated and unvaccinated visitors at home, hotel, or other accommodation.

¿Cuándo abrirá Hong Kong sus fronteras a los turistas?

Aunque las autoridades han anunciado que Hong Kong abrirá sus fronteras a los viajeros internacionales a mediados de 2022 , aún no se ha anunciado la fecha exacta.

India entry requirements

Fully vaccinated travelers from selected countries are not required to provide a negative PCR test result. They must upload their vaccination certificate through the Air Suvidha portal.

Unvaccinated travelers need to present a PCR test taken within 72 hours of departure.

All passengers arriving at the airport are thermally screened. Travelers may be required to take a PCR test at the airport at their own expense (random testing on around 2% of arrivals). Anyone showing symptoms or tests positive on arrival will be taken to a medical facility.

Transit through India

Se permite el tránsito en la India. Todos los pasajeros deben mencionar claramente en las SDF que planean tomar un vuelo de tránsito.

Reglas de cuarentena

Quarantine on arrival is no longer required. Instead, foreign visitors are requested to self-monitor their health for 14 days following their arrival.

Please note that some Indian regions may have their own specific quarantine requirements.

Indonesia entry requirements

Starting July 6, 2021, all foreign travelers entering Indonesia have to be fully vaccinated. The proof of vaccination (a vaccination record card in physical or digital form) must be presented prior to departure to Indonesia and on arrival. Also, all travelers are required to have a negative PCR test obtained within 48 hours of their departure.

Upon arrival, passengers will go through a health screening process by checking body temperature. Anyone above 37.5°C will be required to undergo a PCR test.

Visas

Foreigners from nine ASEAN countries can enter Indonesia visa-free: Brunei Darussalam, Philippines, Cambodia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam.

Visa-on-arrival (VoA) has been fully resumed on 28th April 2022 for passport holders from 60 countries, including Australia, Brazil, Canada, France, Germany, India, Italy, Malaysia, Netherlands, New Zealand, Poland, Singapore, Spain, South Africa, Sweden, Switzerland, UAE, UK, and US. To obtain a VoA, a foreigner must present a valid passport with at least 6 months left before expiry, and a return ticket to continue their journey to another country. VoA costs 500,000 IDR (~35 USD / ~45 AUD / ~32 EUR) and it allows for one extension of 30 days (also at the cost of 500,000 IDR).

Alternatively, any foreign nationals can apply for a single-entry visa B211A that allows staying in the country for 2 months and can be extended 4 times with 30-days extensions. It can be used by anyone who wishes to stay in Indonesia for tourism or social purposes. The best way to obtain a single-entry visa is to use an agent in Indonesia (cost around 6mln IDR or 410 USD / 540 AUD). For more information read the official guide (PDF, Bahasa Indonesia) or visit e-visa section of the Indonesian immigration website.

Los titulares de la Tarjeta de residencia temporal de Indonesia (KITAS) y la Tarjeta de residencia permanente de Indonesia (KITAP) pueden ingresar al país.

Visas

Bajo las instrucciones del Ministerio de Relaciones Exteriores, se han introducido restricciones de visado, incluida la cancelación de visados ya emitidos y la suspensión de la entrada sin visado.

Transit through Japan

Transit via Narita International Airport is allowed, as long as the connecting flight is on the same calendar day. Upon arrival at the airport, you do not need to submit any documents and pass sanitary checks.

Reglas de cuarentena

All passengers entering Japan are required to submit proof of a negative test result for COVID-19. Upon arrival, they are asked to quarantine for 3 days and are required to test negative on the final day of that period. Fully vaccinated visitors who depart from countries with low infection levels do not need to quarantine at all.

Fecha de reapertura de Japón

The most likely date for the reopening of Japan’s borders to general tourism is autumn 2022 as the country will host the Tourism Expo Japan 2022 in September. The general expectation is that quarantine-free travel will be possible for vaccinated travelers.

In the meantime, the ‘test tourism’ program began in May in the form of limited package tours. It is planned as a way of gathering information prior to full reopening. Triple-vaccinated travelers from the United States, Australia, Thailand and Singapore will be allowed to take part in the tours, and they will be strictly planned in conjunction with travel agencies and accompanied at all times by tour guides.

Visas

All tourist visas, visas on arrival, and visa exemptions remain suspended until further notice. However, authorities may grant entry permission for foreigners in some cases – after submitting an application to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

Starting January 2022 under the Green Tourism Plan, foreign visitors from some countries can apply for a pass by filling out an eVisa online form.

Laos entry requirements

All travel must be approved in advance. Foreigners must register for a QR code at laogreenpass.gov.la and then obtain a letter of permission from the appropriate ministry or the consular department. Arriving visitors must present a negative Covid test result issued no more than 72 hours before departure, and complete a health declaration form.

Para ingresar a cualquier sitio turístico ubicado en la zona verde, los visitantes deben mostrar un certificado de vacunación Covid.

Health insurance with medical expense coverage of 10,000 USD or more is required (a suitable policy is available for purchase on arrival).

Laos quarantine rules

Upon arrival in Laos, a PCR test must be taken by all passengers. A visitor can only travel to the “green tourism zone” if the test result is negative.

All entrants will be subject to a 7-day quarantine – two days at a designated facility or hotel (at their own expense) and 5 days at home or location of their choice. A tracking device needs to be worn during that time.

Fecha de reapertura de Laos

The vaccination program has accelerated recently in Laos, the Ministry of Culture and Tourism introduced the “Lao Travel Green Zone” program to revive tourism from January 2022. Vientiane, Vangvieng, and Luang Prabang are designated as green zones that fully vaccinated foreign travelers are permitted to visit.

Requisitos de entrada a Malasia

All arrivals can now enter Malaysia, regardless of their vaccination status. However, visitors who are not fully vaccinated need to present a PCR test taken no earlier than 48 hours before departure. Upon arrival, they also must undergo an RTK-Ag test and observe a 5-day quarantine. The cost of quarantine (which includes screening test, transport, accommodation, meals, etc) is to be borne by travelers and fully paid prior to their arrival in Malaysia via the MySafeTravel system or the MyQR phone app,

Fully vaccinated visitors are not required to undergo quarantine.

Health insurance is also no longer necessary to enter Malaysia.

Transit in Malaysia

Transiting through Malaysia is allowed, and you can transit via Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) as long as you remain airside (for a maximum of 24 hours). Transit that requires passage through immigration (to collect bags, or to move between the two airport terminals – KLIA and KLIA2) is not possible.

Restricciones de entrada

There is no quarantining mandated upon arrival in the Maldives however, a thermal screening is required for all travelers.

All visitors have to follow some procedures to enter the country:

• Present a pre-paid hotel booking or accommodation.
• Have sufficient funds to last for the intended period of stay in the Maldives.
• Present confirmed onward/return tickets to the country of residence.

Visas

A free 30-day tourist visa can be purchased upon arrival.

Reglas de cuarentena

The Maldives does not have any quarantine requirement for foreign visitors.

Seguridad

On 1 February 2021, a violent political coup took place in Myanmar with deadly clashes across the country. The country’s military declared a state of emergency and assumed control. Following the coup, the security situation in the country has worsened, and there are active conflicts between armed groups.

Most governments currently advise against all but essential travel to Myanmar, stating that foreign visitors are at risk of being arbitrarily detained or arrested.

Myanmar entry restrictions

Only fully vaccinated travelers are allowed to enter the country. After arrival, they have to undergo a week-long quarantine with two PCR tests.

Visas

Issuance of tourist entry visas and visas on arrival (VoA) has resumed.

Vaccinated travelers can get a visa on arrival if they can present proof of vaccination.

Non-vaccinated travelers can get visas on arrival if they can present a negative PCR test completed no more than 72 hours before the departure.

Foreign tourists may also apply for a visa at the Nepali embassies and diplomatic missions in their respective countries. Contact the Ministry of Culture, Tourism and Civil Aviation for current information.

Nepal entry requirements

Todos los turistas que ingresen a Nepal deben presentar los siguientes documentos:

1. A passport with at least 6 months validity.
2. Comprobante de seguro de viaje que cubra (entre otros) salud, crisis inmediata o rescate durante la duración del viaje.
3. Evidence of your hotel booking.

Nepal quarantine rules

Quarantine is no longer required for travelers regardless of their vaccine status.

If you are symptomatic on arrival, you may be subject to testing. If you test positive, you will be required to quarantine in Government-provided facilities at your own expense.

Transit through New Zealand

Transiting through New Zealand is allowed but you may need a transit visa or an NZeTA. Travelers can only transit through Auckland International Airport (AKL), where they can remain in transit for up to 24 hours.

Reglas de cuarentena

Mandatory standard operating procedures have been put in place where 14-day quarantine is compulsory upon arrival. Passengers are legally required to obtain a Managed Isolation Allocation system voucher confirming their place in a managed isolation facility before boarding a flight.

Starting May 1, 2022 visitors from visa-waiver countries and holders of a valid visitor visa will not need to self-isolate or undergo a quarantine.

New Zealand opening date

New Zealand started easing some of its tough border restrictions in February 2022. It will fully reopen its international borders on July 31, 2022.

Restricciones de entrada

All foreign visitors must be fully vaccinated (unless they are under 18 years of age). A person is considered fully vaccinated if they have had the recommended number of doses for the vaccine within the past six months.

A pre-departure Covid test is no longer required. However, all travelers will be also tested upon arrival (at their expense).

Reglas de cuarentena

There is no quarantine required, except for the visitors who test positive on arrival – they will be quarantined for 7 days.

Philippines travel requirements

Nationals from 150 countries can enjoy visa-free short visits for up to 21 days.

All foreign visitors arriving in the Philippines must present:

• Prueba de vacunación
• PCR test taken no more than 48 hours before departure, or laboratory-based antigen test taken within 24 hours before departure.
• Completó el Formulario electrónico de información de casos (e-CIF).

Kids under 18 are exempt from vaccination requirements.

El Departamento de Turismo ofrece una página oficial de Facebook donde los viajeros pueden hacer preguntas y aclarar cualquier duda.

Philippines quarantine regulations

Foreign travelers are no longer required to quarantine upon arrival if they have been fully vaccinated and tested negative prior to arrival.

Unvaccinated visitors are allowed to enter the Philippines but they have to quarantine in a government facility. If the PCR test taken on the fifth day is negative, they will be able to move to home quarantine for another 14 days.

Singapore entry requirements

Travelers who are not fully vaccinated are generally not allowed to enter Singapore – with a few exceptions, such as compassionate reasons. Except for the pre-departure PCR/ART test, passengers from this group are still required to undergo a 7-day stay-home notice (at the declared place of accommodation) and take a PCR test after their isolation period. Additionally, they are also required to present health insurance (minimum coverage of S$30,000 / ~$22,500 / ~A$29,100) for their COVID-19-related medical treatment and hospitalization costs.

Passengers from restricted countries, regardless of their vaccination status, must present a pre-departure PCR test, undergo a 7-day stay-home notice, and take a PCR test after their isolation period. Currently, all countries are under the general travel category (none is considered the restricted category) – however, this may change in the incoming months. Singapore reserves the right to reclassify any country’s category in the event of new virus variants emerging with a “potentially significant” risk to public health.

Please note that travelers who are not fully vaccinated, including residents and long-term pass holders, will also be responsible for COVID-19 treatment costs. The same goes for those who travel to countries and regions under the restricted category if they develop symptoms or test positive for COVID-19 within 7 days of their return to Singapore (regardless of their vaccination status).

Transit through Singapore

Transit through Singapore Changi Airport (SIN) is permitted. Passengers from countries where Singapore has not yet lifted border restrictions are required to present a negative COVID-19 PCR test taken within 72 hours before departure.

South Korea’s entry requirements

All travelers must present a negative PCR test taken no more than 48 hours prior to departure.

Travel/medical insurance is not required.

Visas

Korea has temporarily suspended its visa-free and visa-waiver programs and has officially implemented the K-ETA (Korea Electronic Travel Authorization) system. Visa-free travelers should apply for K-ETA in advance to enter Korea. Travelers who are not eligible for K-ETA are required to apply for a visa.

Transit through South Korea

Transiting Korea is possible if the connecting flight is within 24 hours. Any passenger transiting through Seoul Incheon Airport must have a confirmed ticket/boarding pass to the final destination.

Medidas para la cuarentena

Starting June 8, 2022, all quarantine requirements for foreign arrivals (regardless of their vaccination status) have been lifted.

Requisitos para viajar a Sri Lanka

Fully vaccinated travelers can travel to Sri Lanka without quarantine or PCR test on arrival. Any vaccination accepted by the country of origin is valid in Sri Lanka (you’ll need to produce an original copy of the vaccination certificate in English).

To enter Sri Lanka all foreign passengers are required to apply online for a tourist visa and purchase health insurance from People’s Insurance with at least one month’s cover of $75,000

Transit through Sri Lanka

Transit via Sri Lanka’s airports is allowed, as long as the connecting flight is within 10 hours of arrival. A transit visa is not required if you are not leaving the airport.

Normas de cuarentena de Sri Lanka

There is no mandatory quarantine in Sri Lanka.

Transit through Taiwan

Due to travel restrictions, foreign nationals are not permitted to transit through Taiwan airports until further notice.

¿Cuándo volverá a abrir Taiwán al turismo?

The exact date when Taiwan will allow tourists to visit the country remains unknown. According to travel industry experts, the quick spread of new Covid variants, shortage of vaccines, and low numbers of vaccinated citizens will be the reasons for Taiwan to be among the last destinations in Asia to welcome foreign travelers again.

Regulaciones de entrada a Tailandia

All visitors must register for the Thailand Pass scheme. It is recommended to submit the application at least 3 to 7 days before the scheduled departure.

Vaccinated travelers should provide a certificate of full (2 doses) vaccination. Unvaccinated travelers who don’t want to undergo a quarantine must present a negative PCR test result.

Travel insurance that covers at least USD$10,000 in COVID-19 related medical/treatment expenses and hospitalization costs is required. The policy must cover the visitor throughout the period of stay in Thailand.

Visas de turista

Visitors from countries under the Visa Exemption List are not required to obtain a Thai visa in order to travel for tourism purposes (up to 30 days with an option to extend the stay for another 30 days at any local immigration office in Thailand).

Those who wish to stay longer (or visit the country for a purpose other than tourism) can apply for a 60-day Tourist Visa, Thai Elite Visa, and other non-immigrant visas thtat are available at Thai Embassies or Consulates around the world.

Transit through Thailand

International passengers can transit Surnavbahumi Airport (BKK) in Bangkok, as long as the connecting flight is booked on the same itinerary and ticket. Transiting passengers must remain in the transiting area in the airport.

Detalles de la cuarentena en Tailandia

Los viajeros vacunados que llegan a Tailandia quedan liberados de la cuarentena obligatoria.

Unvaccinated travelers must present a pre-departure PCR test to avoid 5-day mandatory Alternate Quarantine on arrival. The test must be conducted within 72 hours before departure and submitted to the Thailand Pass system.

UAE entry restrictions

All passengers arriving at the United Arab Emirates must present one of the documents:

• Vaccination certificate, or
• negative PCR test certificate with a QR code, or
• medical certificate with a QR code stating that the passenger has recovered from Covid-19.

A valid health insurance cover is also required.

Transit through UAE

Transit via Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and other airports in the United Arab Emirates is allowed, as long as the passenger completes all the requirements of their final destination. PCR test certificate is not necessary for most travelers unless it is mandated by their destination.

Reglas de cuarentena en EAU

The compulsory quarantine has been lifted for vaccinated travelers.

Random spot-checking is in place at UAE’s airports, so passengers may be requested to undergo a PCR test on arrival and self-quarantine until they receive a negative result. If the passenger tests positive, she should follow the guidelines issued by Dubai Health Authority.

Requisitos de entrada a Vietnam

Todos los turistas extranjeros que ingresan a Vietnam deben:

• Present Vietnam’s e-visa (for countries not included in the visa exemption programa) – disponible online (valid for 30 days, $25)
• Have medical or travel insurance that covers COVID-19 treatment, with a minimum liability of $10,000 (typical costs ~$40).
• Download the PC-Covid mobile app (must be presented to enter all VN establishments).

Medidas para la cuarentena

Quarantine after entering Vietnam is no longer required.