ROSEAU — Dominica has started to reopen and is looking ahead to phase 2 of the process.
All travellers, including non-nationals, will be permitted to travel to The Nature Island beginning Aug. 7 as part of phase 2. Phase 1 for the island started July 15, allowing nationals and residents to return home.
Here’s a look at Dominica’s health and safety protocols …
Protocols for pre-arrival
Submit a health questionnaire online at least 24 hours prior to arrival
Show notification of clearance to travel
Submit a negative PCR test result recorded within 24-72 hours prior to arrival
Protocols upon arrival
Wear face masks at all times during the arrival process up to and including departure from the airport
Observe physical distancing guidelines
Practice good respiratory and personal sanitization
Follow all instructions of health care staff and officials
Disembarkation and testing (children under five years old are exempt)
Travellers must:
Sanitize their hands at sanitization stations as directed
Undergo a health assessment to include a temperature check
Provide confirmation of the health questionnaire and negative PCR test results
Undergo rapid test screening and with a negative test result, they will be conveyed to immigration for processing and to customs for screening. Luggage will be sanitized when taken off conveyor belt
We may love travel, but we also know it’s far from perfect. Sure, some forms of travel make the world a better place, but far too many types hurt more than they help. It’s time we all got together, as travellers, to talk about just that.
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