A Guide to Entry Requirements in Central America

Travelers are getting adventurous this year as more countries loosen international entry restrictions. Read on to see a list of the entry protocols for all the countries located within Central America.

Belize is open via land borders and air travel. Travelers who enter Belize must satisfy one of three entry requirements: they must provide proof of full vaccination or provide a recent negative PCR test conducted within 96 hours of entry or a negative antigen test taken within 48 hours. Children over twelve years of age are also required to test negative prior to arrival.

Additionally, all travelers must show proof of mandatory health insurance with a minimum of $50,000 in medical coverage and $2,000 for accommodation. A 21-day insurance plan is available for $18 with the Belize Travel Insurance.

Guatemala is currently open via land borders and airports. Travelers must provide a negative PCR or antigen test taken within 72 hours prior to arrival or proof of full vaccination. Children ten years and older are required to test negative.

Testing is also available at airports and in clinics to satisfy pre-departure testing requirements for re-entry into the United States.

Honduras is open for travel provided travelers entering via land borders or plane provide a negative PCR or antigen test taken within 72 hours prior to departure or provide proof of full vaccination. Children two years old and over are also required to present a negative pre-departure test.

Travelers can enter El Salvador from its land borders and via plane. There are currently no entry requirements to enter, but testing locations are available for travelers if they get sick or to satisfy the pre-departure testing requirement for re-entry into the United States.