This information is current as of 7/15/21 and is subject to change at any time.

• Participants are expected to follow the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines as well as local and state advisories regarding COVID-19. 
• Visit the CDC website HERE for complete details and to familiarize yourself with what is expected from all participants. 
• Click Here for CDC information regarding mask wearing while traveling.

     Testing for entry and exit in Mexico:

• It is not necessary to have a COVID-19 test to enter Mexico via air travel from the United States.
• Air passengers traveling to the United States, including U.S. citizens and fully vaccinated people, are required to take a viral test (PCR/NAAT or antigen test for current infection) no more than three calendar days prior to their flight departure to the United States. Antibody tests are not compliant with the requirement. Antigen Testing will be available at the hotel at no cost for U.S. Citizens. More information will be provided, as we get closer to travel.  PCR testing will also be available at the hotel for a cost of $140.00 USD if that is preferred.

     Additional information can be found at these sites:

• CDC.gov testing for International air travelers
• Mx.usembassy.gov - COVID-19 information for US citizens in Mexico

      Cancun International Airport

• Per federal guidelines, all travelers are required to wear a mask that covers their nose and mouth at ALL airports and onboard ALL aircraft.
• There are conveniently located hand sanitizer dispensers throughout the airport.
• The airport is cleaning and sanitizing with greater frequency on all high-touch surfaces using hospital-grade products on all high-touch surfaces.
• You can reduce the number of person-to-person interactions at airports with options such as online check-in, mobile or print-at-home boarding passes, self-serve kiosks and traveling with minimal baggage.
• Learn more about changes made and COVID-19 testing available at the airport HERE.

NOTE: Travelers are also responsible for complying with the rules of their local airport, as well as any connecting airports they may travel through, as part of their round-trip flight itinerary.

TSA Response to COVID-19

Changes you will notice at airport screening checkpoints nationwide include:

• Starting February 2, 2021, all airline travelers must wear a facemask through the entire travel experience.
  • Failure to comply will result in denial of entry to the screening area and may result in penalty fines ranging from $250 for the first offense up to $1,500 for repeat offenders.
  • National Press Release, January 31, 2021 - Read here

• Remove belts and all personal items from your pockets such as wallets, keys or phones before entering the checkpoint queue and place them in your carry-on bag (does not apply to TSA PreCheck members).
• Social distancing among travelers in the checkpoint line and among TSA officers with visual reminders of appropriate spacing on checkpoint floors, and opening more checkpoint lanes, where possible, to reduce time spent in line. 
• ID verification without physical contact between the TSA officer and the traveler.
  • Travelers should keep possession of their boarding pass, place it on the document scanner and show the boarding pass to the TSA officer for visual inspection.
• Reduced physical contact with the implementation of phased installation of acrylic barriers at various points throughout the checkpoint area
• Increased frequency and intensity of cleaning and disinfecting of frequently touched checkpoint surfaces, including security screening equipment and bins
• All TSA officers are required to wear masks and gloves at the checkpoint, and they may be wearing eye protection or clear plastic face shields.
• TSA officers changing gloves after each pat down and at the request of any passenger.
• As a temporary exemption from the 3-1-1- rule, TSA is allowing one liquid hand sanitizer container, up to 12 ounces per passenger, that will be screened separately.  All other liquids, gels and aerosols in carry-on bags are limited to 3.4 ounces that must fit in a one quart-sized bag.
• Wash your hands with soap and water after using kiosks and going through security checkpoints.
• TSA Know Before You Go infographic  

    Additional Information and Tips

• Be sure to visit the official website of your airline carrier, your local airport and any connecting airports for health and safety measures they have in place.
• Bring your own face coverings (mask and/or shield) and wear them in public spaces.
• Sneeze or cough into your arm when in public spaces.
• Maintain appropriate social distancing.
• Avoid hugging, handshaking, etc.
• Have a travel-sized hand sanitizer and packet of tissues with you at all times.
• Wash your hands with soap and water frequently throughout the day.
• Sanitize your cell phone daily.
• If you’re on-site and not feeling well, return to your room and alert the hotel front desk immediately.
• If you become sick within 14 days after attending the meeting and are diagnosed positive for COVID-19, please inform Mannington Program Headquarters.