COVID-19 (Coronavirus)...
Anguilla Updates

Anguilla has zero cases of COVID-19 and has been officially categorized by the World Health Organization as having “no cases” of COVID-19.

Because of this unique position, Anguilla is taking a careful and phased approach to its re-opening. The island is beginning its re-opening with an emphasis on longer-term stays.

Anguilla is currently accepting applications for travel.

• Soft Opening: For stays beginning now-Oct. 31, click here.
• Phase 2: For stays after Nov. 1, click here.

Applications from all countries are being accepted, with priority given to folks who are staying for longer periods of time, and coming from a country with a COVID-19 prevalence rate of less than 0.20%.

We will be keeping this page up to date with relevant COVID-19 (Coronavirus) updates as they pertain to Anguilla. In these unprecedented times, Louise and I both send you all of our love. We hope to sea you soon, and in the meantime, please see below for updates.

As it stands today, Oct. 7 @8pm EST, changes are as follows...

News & Travel Related Information

Soft Opening Requirements (For Arrivals Now-Oct. 31)

• Complete pre-registration on the official BeatCovid19.ai website.
• Insurance which covers COVID-19 medical costs and full hospitalization, doctors’ visits, prescriptions and air ambulance.
  • Our family's recommendation for medical insurance? Get in touch with Gabriel Bigotti of GB Health. Gabriel will find the best policy for you. He has consistently gone above and beyond for our family. We've been insured through him since 2008 and can't say enough good things about him. Visit Gabriel's website for details.
• Covid-19 Testing Prior to Arrival & During Your Stay
  • A negative PCR test result obtained three to five days prior to arrival is required.
  • Upon arrival, visitors will be given a PCR test.
  • A second test will be administered on day 10 of your visit, for those originating from low-risk countries, and on day 14 for guests arriving from higher-risk countries.
• First 10-14 Days of Stay
  • Remain quarantined at your approved location for 10-14 days.
  • Undergo regular health monitoring during this period.
  • Obtain a negative PCR COVID-19 test to be released from quarantine.

Following that final negative Coronavirus test, you are free to explore the island.

Fees

Executing this program with care is of the utmost importance to protect Anguilla and its citizens. The additional protocols (above) will be costly. As such, the Government of Anguilla has put the following fees in place.

For a stay of under 3 months
• Individual Traveler: US$1,000
• Business Guest: US$1,000
• Family (4 persons): US$1,500 (There will be a charge for additional family members, which will be shared on the site.)

This fee covers two tests per person, surveillance and costs associated with the additional public health presence.

For a stay of over 3 months and up to 12 months:
• Individual Traveler: US$2,000
• Business Guest: US$2,000
• Family (4 persons): US$3,000 (There will be a charge for additional family members, which will be shared on the site.)

Click here for full details & to submit your application.

 



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Phase 2 Details & Requirements (For Arrivals Nov. 1 onward)

In Phase Two, hotels and resorts, along with the villas, have been added into the approved and certified accommodations mix for visitors to the island.

Click here for the list of approved properties.

Furthermore, the government is introducing the bubble concept, which allows properties to safely offer their guests access to a variety of approved amenities, services, and activities while they stay in place. These vary by property but may include watersports, select indoor and outdoor games, beach yoga, and other activities, provided that they are implemented in accordance with general COVID 19 protocols, such as social distancing, sanitizing and hygiene practices.

Requirements

• Complete pre-registration on the official Anguilla Tourism website.
• Insurance which covers COVID-19 medical costs and full hospitalization, doctors’ visits, prescriptions and air ambulance.
• Covid-19 Testing Prior to Arrival & During Your Stay
  • A negative PCR test result obtained three to five days prior to arrival is required.
  • Upon arrival, visitors will be given a PCR test.
  • A second test will be administered on day 10 of your visit, for those originating from low-risk countries, and on day 14 for guests arriving from higher-risk countries.
• First 10-14 Days of Stay
  • Remain quarantined at your approved location for 10-14 days.
  • Undergo regular health monitoring during this period.
  • Obtain a negative PCR COVID-19 test to be released from quarantine.

Following that final negative Coronavirus test, you are free to explore the island.

Fees

Traveling to Anguilla For 5 Days or Less
• Individual Traveler: US$300
• Couple: US$500
• Family: Main applicant US$300 + US$250 per additional family member.
Traveling to Anguilla For 6 Days - 3 Months (90 Days)
• Individual Traveler: US$400
• Couple: US$600 + US$250 per additional family member.
• Family: Main applicant US$400 + US$250 per additional family member.

This fee covers two (2) tests per person, surveillance and costs associated with the additional public health presence.

Extended Stay of 3 - 12 Months
• Individual Traveler: US$ 2,000
• Family (4 persons): US$ 3,000 + US$ 250 per additional family member.

Note: Family is the main applicant + three (3) dependents. A dependent is: a. a child or step-child under the age of 26 years; b. any other relative who is, by reason of age or any infirmity of body or mind, wholly dependent on that person for his/her subsistence.)

Click here to submit your application.

 
 



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Business & Services Information

Essential Services Info
• Best Buy is open 7am-6pm, Monday-Sunday.
• Flow is open 8:00AM to 5:00PM, Monday to Friday, 9:00AM to 1:00PM on Saturdays as of Monday, May 11th 2020.
• Lake's Updated Hours: Lake's Home Decor and Lake's Do It Best close at 4pm daily, Western Union closes at 4:30pm and Albert's Marketplace closes at 6pm.
• Proctor's is open 8am-6pm, Monday-Saturday.
• Paramount Pharmacy open from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm daily except on Sundays when it will be from 2pm to 6pm.
Restaurants - Open For Dine-In
• Andy's
• Artisan - open Monday / Tuesday 5 - 8 pm, Friday / Saturday 5 - 8 pm
• Ben's Pit Stop - open Thursday-Sunday 5-8pm.
• da'Vida
• Dolce Vita - open Sunday-Thursday for dinner with a reduced price menu. Live music with Mr. Darvin Mussington every Wednesday.
• The Dune
• Elvis’ Beach Bar: Serving food to-go from 11:00am-10:00pm with some GREAT food specials...
  • $10 burgers, fish sandwiches and/or hotdogs with French fries for only $10.
  • 2 for 1 taco plates! Get a Double Taco Plate for the price of a Single Taco Plate! Taco Plates start at $14 and can feed 2 people.
• Ember
• Johnno's is open Thursday - Sunday.
• Le Bon Pain - open Friday-Sunday from 7am til noon.
• Lit Lounge
• Madeariman - open Monday-Sunday for lunch.
• Nat's Palm Grove - open on Fridays from 10am-until, in The Valley opposite from FLOW. To place an order, call: 264-235-4224. Menu here.
• Ocean Echo
• Oishi
• Picante
• Roy's
• SandBar - open Thursday-Saturday for dinner from 5:30pm. Happy Hour 4:30-6:30pm.
• Sandy Island
• Sunshine Shack
• Tasty's
• Tropical Sunset - open Wednesday-Sunday for lunch 10am-3pm
• Village Bakehouse is open Wednesday-Sunday.
 

Activities - Open
• AnguillArts - sign up here for paint parties.
• Malakh Day Spa
• Nails R Hair is open
Boutiques / Shops - Open
• Bijoux Boutique Sandy Ground is open Monday to Friday 12pm to 6pm. The Shoal Bay location is closed for now.
• The Butchery
• Essentials
• Grand Vins de France is open on a reduced schedule.
• Vinty's Veggies is open on Fridays and Saturdays from 8am to 2pm. Check their Facebook page on Thursday's for a list of items available.