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Grand Canyon, Yellowstone National Park, Las Vegas or New York: A vacation in the USA is again possible for travelers from Germany. The most important rules for entry and on site.
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No negative test required for entry
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Masks are no longer compulsory on public transport
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Entry: There are exceptions for children and young people
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Hurricane heading for Florida
USA vacation: Travelers need to know that
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Hurricane Ian hits Florida
+++ The US state of Florida is arming itself Hurricane Ian*. According to calculations, the hurricane will close at night Thursday, September 29thwith wind speeds up to 200 kilometers per hour on the west coast of the state between the Tampa Bay and Fort Myers meeting. More than four million people live in the region. The authorities expect severe devastation and flooding and have declared a state of emergency as a precaution. Air traffic disruptions are also very likely. Many tourist attractions in Florida, including Disney World amusement park near Orlando and the Kennedy Space Center in Cape Canaveral, have been closed as a precaution. Local travelers should be sure to follow the recommendations of the authorities. +++
Natural Disasters: Travelers have these rights
Yellowstone National Park partially closed
+++ Im Yellowstone-Nationalpark*, which has suffered from torrential rain and flooding in recent weeks, most park roads have now reopened. The north and northeast park entrances and sections of road in these areas may only be used by organized tours, pedestrians and cyclists. They are still closed to private vehicles (including rental cars). If you are planning a trip there, you should definitely keep up to date on the current situation, the road conditions and the weather. +++
Entry into the USA: Vaccination & Co.
Fully vaccinated allowed to travel to the US again. There are no exceptions for those who have recovered; they must also be fully vaccinated. The rules in detail:
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if fully vaccinated one applies two weeks after the last required injection. There is currently no time limit for the validity of the vaccination. The vaccination status must be proven by digital vaccination card (with QR code) or vaccination card. All vaccines approved in Germany (including cross-vaccinations) are accepted.
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For The genes Important: You also need a full two-dose vaccination (except for Johnson & Johnson). Since the time interval between the two vaccinations is irrelevant, a vaccination dose of a substance that requires two doses plus later boosters is also recognized as a complete vaccination.
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Since June you need to enter the USA before departure no negative test more.
Exceptions:
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Children and young people under the age of 18 are allowed to enter the country without proof of vaccination, but require one upon boarding Declaration of a legal guardian*. They must also take an additional test 3 to 5 days after entering the United States. If this is positive, a 5-day quarantine is required.
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children under the age of two are exempt from testing and quarantine requirements.
The detailed rules on the vaccination regulations and exceptions when entering the USA*
air travelers must, according to information from the US health authority CDC, in addition to the above requirements health form* Complete and present to the airline upon boarding.
Here you can get tested for Corona at German airports.
Basic entry regulations
The entry regulations, which are not related to the corona pandemic, must also be observed:
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According to the so-called Visa Waiver Program* enter the United States and do not require a visa for a stay of up to 90 days. But one is required electronic passport (this also applies to children). The document must be valid for the entire duration of the stay.
A notice: Persons who do not have an electronic passport (e.g. a temporary passport or a child passport) need an entry visa to enter the USA A view*. -
Travelers using the Visa Waiver Program must have a electronic travel authorization ESTA* apply for. the ESTA registration costs 21 USD and must be carried out individually for each person (including minors). Payment is possible with credit card and Paypal.
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For minorswho are traveling alone, with only one parent or with a third person should provide proof of custody or a written letter of acceptance* be made available to the legal guardians in English.
Destination USA: information and tips
Return from the USA to Germany
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registration before return journey |
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Corona-Test for vaccinated and The genes before return |
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Corona-Test for unvaccinated before return |
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Quarantine obligation in Germany |
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Further information |
Return to Germany |
New corona infections in the USA
The number of corona infections in the USA has stabilized at a manageable level: the nationwide incidence is currently at 125,9 Infected per 100,000 inhabitants in the last seven days (as of September 20, source: Johns Hopkins University) and is therefore lower than in Germany.
Important Corona rules in the USA
Mask requirement: Wearing a mask indoors is only recommended in regions with a high rate of infection. The state-mandated, nationwide obligation to wear a mask on transport, including planes and trains, was overturned by a court. However, individual states or transport associations can still decide on their own rules.
This means that passengers must also have one Inlandsflugs no longer wear a face mask on board. All major airlines such as American Airlines, United Airlines and Delta Air Lines as well as the national rail company Amtrak have lifted the restrictions. However, the US authorities reserve the right to examine possible steps to enforce the extension of the mask requirement.
Travelers should find out before they start their journey which corona measures apply at their respective travel destination. America has 50 states and the Corona measures are not uniformly regulated. The airline United Airlines provides a first overview. She provides one interactive trip planner* available, detailing the regulations and any restrictions.
Travelers who would like more detailed information can contact the “Centers for Disease Control and Prevention”. state health agency* click where you want to travel to. There you will find detailed information about the topic of Covid-19.
USA cruises: These corona restrictions exist.
The current situation in the most popular travel destinations
* By clicking on the link you will be forwarded to an external website for which the respective website operator is responsible.