Coronavirus in New York

This page contains up to date information about the coronavirus in New York, also known as COVID-19. Australia will allow citizens to travel abroad from November. This page is updated daily, so as soon as this situation changes, you’ll read it here. Which sights in New York are open and what are the possible adjustments? Below you’ll find an overview of the current situation in New York.

Current status COVID-19 in New York (last updated on: October 20th 2021)

Currently, over 75% of adults in New York have had at least one dose of a vaccine. With this, the city has reached a milestone, lifting a lot of the restrictions. Vaccinated people no longer have to wear a mask outside and do not have to keep their distance from each other. However, it is strongly recommended to wear a mask inside, even if you are vaccinated. In public transport, everyone must wear a face mask. For indoor dining and indoor entertainment, such as concert venues, museums and indoor stadiums, you are required to show proof that you have received at least one dose of a WHO-approved COVID-19 vaccine. This official vaccination record must include your personal and vaccination details. This requirement does not apply to children under 12 years of age.

Travellers without symptoms entering New York from another country are no longer required to quarantine and get tested after arrival, although quarantine is still recommended for all travellers who are not fully vaccinated or have not recovered from COVID-19 during the previous 3 months. The travel ban to New York from Australia is still in place until November, but people who are allowed to travel now don’t need to quarantine anymore and don’t have to get tested again in New York. In order to board aeroplanes heading to the US, a negative test is still needed. From 8th of November, you need to be fully vaccinated to enter New York.

Cancelling New York trip because of coronavirus

If you are travelling during the travel ban period and your trip has been cancelled due to the coronavirus travel ban, you must rebook your flight and hotel. If you have booked discount passes, shows, or tours, you can contact the provider for their cancellation policy.

If you’re planning to book a trip to New York during COVID-19 but are unsure if the trip can actually take place, I recommend that you include some securities. For example, when purchasing the discount passes Sightseeing Flex and Sightseeing Day Pass, you can add cancellation insurance for a small percentage of the order amount. You can then cancel the passes free of charge. When purchasing Broadway tickets through my site you can opt for flex tickets. This allows you to cancel or rebook free of charge up to ten days before the show. To avoid public transportation you can take a taxi service from and to JFK, Newark, and LGA airport. Reserve your transfer to New York in advance, to make sure that your preferred transfer is booked. For the most up-to-date information about your flights to and from New York, it is best to contact your airline.

More information about corona in New York

If you are in New York and you have questions about the coronavirus, call 311 from a landline. This is the general information number for the city of New York. Do you feel sick or are you worried about certain symptoms? Then contact a local doctor. Your hotel can help you with this.