Every State's Travel Guidance for Residents and Visitors

There are no restrictions for residents and visitors when traveling in Alabama. Beaches are open for everyone with no limit on group sizes as long as people practice physical distancing of at least 6 feet. Tourist attractions, entertainment venues, and restaurants are open but at limited capacity and offer varying levels of service.

Anyone who is entering Alaska — whether from another state or country — has to complete a Travel Declaration Form explaining his or her test history and show proof of a negative COVID-19 test. Another option is to get tested in Alaska upon arrival and self-quarantine until results are available. A third option is to self-quarantine for 14 days before being able to travel freely in the state.

As of July 10, Arizona had no restrictions on visitors. People traveling through Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport must wear masks. Visitors are asked to stay out of the Navajo Nation as residents there work to stop the spread of the virus. All tourism locations, tribal parks, and casinos in Navajo Nation are closed.

Restrictions on travelers entering Alaska have been lifted since June 15. There is no requirement to self-quarantine for any visitors, whether they come from other parts of the country or abroad. Hotels, motels, and other lodgings are no longer restricted to hosting essential workers only.

Travel restrictions have loosened in California and visitors are not required to self-quarantine. Though theme parks are still closed, beaches, national parks, RV parks, campgrounds, and other recreational facilities are open. Some of these locations are operating at limited capacity. Travelers landing at public airports may be asked to quarantine.

Though there have been no travel restrictions for visitors entering Colorado as of July 10, people are asked to practice responsible tourism. The state is asking that travelers wear masks or other types of face covering when in public and near other people, keep 6 feet distance, and practice good hygiene.

Because of a resurgence of COVID-19 infections in Connecticut, the state requires, as of July 7, that travelers from 19 states — states that have a new daily positive test rate higher than 10 per 100,000 residents — to self-quarantine for two weeks. The 19 states are: Alabama, Arkansas, Arizona, California, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Iowa, Idaho, Kansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, Nevada, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, and Utah.

Face coverings are mandatory in Delaware when people are in public places, including outside. Physical distance of at least 6 feet is also required unless people are from the same household. Residents returning to Delaware from anywhere else are encouraged to get tested and self-quarantine until results are ready.

Visitors from states with high infection rates are required to self-quarantine for 14 days or for the duration of their visit, whichever is shorter. Health screenings at airports and at roadside checkpoints are still set up. Face coverings requirements vary by county, though people are encouraged to always have a mask on when in public.

As of July 10, Georgia has not issued any travel restrictions. The state is simply asking for visitors to practice basic hygiene such as washing hands often, avoid close contact with people outside their household, wear a face covering, and practice social distancing.

Starting Aug. 1, visitors who present a negative COVID-19 test — taken no more than 72 days before boarding a flight to Hawaii — will not have to quarantine for 14 days. Travelers who have chosen not to get pre-tested are required to self-quarantine. No coronavirus tests will be provided at airports.

Until Aug. 1, visitors as well as returning residents must self-quarantine for two weeks at a hotel or a motel, not in a vacation rental.

Idaho is in phase 4 of reopening and currently there are no travel restrictions. Out-of-state visitors are no longer required, but are encouraged, to self-quarantine for two weeks. Visitors are asked to maintain a physical distance of at least 6 feet from others, wash their hands often, and wear face coverings when social distancing is not feasible.

As of July 10, there were no travel restrictions for people arriving from other U.S. states. Visitors from countries with widespread, ongoing transmission have to self-quarantine for 14 days.

As of July 10, there were no statewide travel restrictions for traveling to and from Indiana.

Indiana’s travel restrictions are enforced on a county basis. There are 11 counties in either advisories or watches, meaning travel or activities may be restricted in certain situations.

Iowa has not issued statewide travel restrictions as of July 10, though residents returning from out of state are strongly encouraged to self-quarantine for 14 days. Visitors are asked to follow CDC public health guidelines.

People traveling to states with widespread transmission have to self-quarantine for 14 days. As of July 10, the Kansas Department of Health and Environment has identified five such states: Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Florida, and South Carolina. Travelers who have been on cruise or river ships, as well those arriving from abroad, also have to self-quarantine. The mandate does not apply to infrastructure sectors.

Kentucky’s interstate travel ban expired on May 22. As of July 10, there were no statewide travel restrictions in place.

As of July 10, Louisiana has not issued any travel restrictions. However, the state’s Department of Health has a list of considerations and guidance for travelers, including delaying travel plans and avoiding cruises.

Maine requires people entering the state to self-quarantine for 14 days or present a negative COVID-19 test that is not older than three days. The mandate does not apply to residents of Connecticut, New York, New Jersey, New Hampshire, and Vermont.

As of July 10, there were no statewide travel restrictions or requirements. However, people traveling out of the state for nonessential activities are encouraged to self-quarantine for two weeks upon returning to Maryland. Tourists are advised to contact businesses before arriving to make sure they are open.

Massachusetts requires that all travelers, including residents returning to the state, self-quarantine for 14 days. Beginning July 1, people arriving from Rhode Island, Connecticut, Vermont, New Hampshire, Maine, New York, and New Jersey are exempt from this mandate. Essential critical infrastructure workers are also exempt if they come to Massachusetts for work purposes.

While Michigan has placed no statewide travel restrictions as of July 1, the military is barring service men and women from traveling to and from the state due to a recent increase in new coronavirus cases.

Though it does not have any specific restrictions to residents or out of state visitors, Minnesota has encouraged travelers to “seek expert guidance and take routine precautions as outlined by the CDC” to make informed decisions.

As of July 10, Mississippi has not issued any travel restrictions. Residents and visitors are strongly encouraged to wear masks or other face coverings when in public and to stay at least 6 feet away from other people. Residents are advised to avoid nonessential business travel.

The state has not issued any travel restrictions. Also, any limits the Missouri State University had placed on university-related and sponsored travel back in March expired on June 30.

Montana lifted the 14-day quarantine requirement for out-of-state visitors on June 1. Health screenings in airports and train depots will continue. All travelers are encouraged to maintain social distance and clean objects and surfaces they touch.

Nebraska’s Department of Health and Human Services recommends that residents quarantine for 14 days after returning from international travel. It also recommends that visitors self-quarantine for 14 days or the duration of their stay if they are staying less than two weeks.

Nevada has placed no travel restrictions on residents or visitors but it strongly discourages people who have COVID-19 and have not recovered yet — whether they have been tested or presumptively diagnosed — from traveling to the state. Face coverings and physical distance of at least 6 feet are highly recommended.

New Hampshire officials are encouraging visitors to remain in their home state. Those who are traveling to New Hampshire for an extended period of time are asked to self-quarantine for 14 days.

Travelers arriving in New Jersey by any method of transportation from a state with a high infection rate, which is based on a seven-day average number of new COVID-19 cases per 100,000 residents, are required to quarantine for two weeks. As of July 10, these states are: Alabama, Arkansas, Arizona, California, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Iowa, Idaho, Kansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, Nevada, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, and Utah.

New Mexico recently tightened the statewide travel restrictions in response to a resurgence of new COVID-19 cases in the state. All out-of-state visitors and residents returning to New Mexico by plane or car must self-quarantine for 14 days. Essential workers are exempt from the public order. Face coverings are mandatory for all travelers and residents.

Everyone above the age of 2 is required to wear a face covering when in public, as long as they can medically tolerate it. A travel advisory requires visitors from states with a high infection rate to self-quarantine for 14 days upon arrival. As of July 10, there were 19 states with a positive test rate of 10% (the tri-state area high infection rate criteria) — Alabama, Arkansas, Arizona, California, Florida, Georgia, Iowa, Idaho, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, Nevada, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, and Utah.

North Carolina has no statewide travel restrictions. Some destinations, including state parks and forests, have various restrictions, and travelers are advised to check with each place before arriving. All travelers and residents are required to wear face coverings when in public, both inside and outside.

Those who arrive in North Dakota from another country, or who traveled internationally in the past 14 days, are required to quarantine for two weeks, or until they have been in the U.S. for two weeks, whichever duration is shorter.

Travelers to Ohio who intend to stay are asked to self-quarantine for two weeks. Health care and critical infrastructure workers are exempt from the advisory. People who have COVID-19, have tested positive for it, or exhibit symptoms of the disease are not allowed in Ohio.

Oklahoma recommends that people avoid nonessential travel, especially if they are at higher risk of illness or feeling unwell. Officials also recommend that people postpone international travel or any type of cruise. Anyone returning from a country that has had travel restrictions imposed should quarantine for 14 days after returning.

Though nonessential travel is still limited, there are no statewide bans for residents or out-of-state travelers. Visitors are asked to practice social distancing, wash hands frequently, and avoid public places if they have a fever or cough.

Masks are required in all public places in Pennsylvania. As of July 10, there were no statewide travel restrictions on residents on visitors.

Out-of-state visitors as well as residents returning to Rhode Island from a state with a positive test rate of 5% or higher have to either quarantine for 14 days or present a negative test result for COVID-19 that is not older than 72 hours prior to arrival in Rhode Island. As of July 10, these states were Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Iowa, Kansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Washington, Wisconsin, and Wyoming. The mandate applies to people coming from Puerto Rico as well.

People returning to or visiting South Carolina from a place outside the state, whether in the U.S. or abroad, with widespread community spread should self-quarantine for 14 days. Tourists from New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and New Orleans no longer have to self-quarantine. People who have been on a cruise are also advised to stay home for at least two weeks.

As of July 10, South Dakota had no travel restrictions for visitors or residents. However, the state’s Department of Tourism points out that some routes through Tribal lands may be closed and tourists should check before traveling.

As of July 10, there were no travel restrictions in Tennessee.

All air travel restrictions related to the COVID-19 pandemic in Texas have been lifted. Quarantine requirements for out-of-state visitors, including those from former hotspots like New York and New Jersey, have also been lifted.

Utah encourages travelers to reconsider nonessential travel to places with high infection rates. There are no restrictions on traveling to, from, and through the state, but people are advised to maintain social distancing and wear masks indoors.

Anyone who lives in a county with fewer than 400 cases per million residents can travel to Vermont without having to self-quarantine for any period of time. Out-of-state residents coming from states with higher rates of infection have to either self-quarantine or show a negative test.

Virginia lifted its restrictions on out-of-state travelers from areas with high rates of community spread within the U.S. Previously, these travelers had to self-quarantine for 14 days upon arrival in the state. The quarantine recommendation remains in effect, however, for International visitors and people who are coming back from a cruise or river boat.

Washington state currently has no domestic travel bans, but officials have several options for enforcing quarantines if they deem a person could “create a risk of serious harm.” Health officials can request a voluntary quarantine, and those officials or a court can issue an order for involuntary quarantine.

There were no statewide travel restrictions in the state as of July 10. West Virginia’s Bureau of Public Health recommends that people visiting or returning to the state from a large or crowded vacation area self-quarantine for 14 days.

The Wisconsin Department of Health Services recommends that residents avoid traveling outside of their communities, even if it is within the state. Still, those who have to travel are advised to check for area-specific closures and restrictions, as some may require self-quarantine for 14 days. Nonessential travel abroad, including on cruises, is strongly discouraged.

Out-of-state travelers no longer have to self-quarantine for 14 days upon arriving in Wyoming. There were no travel restrictions as of July 10, though visitors are advised to check in with businesses and events before traveling as some are open with restrictions or closed.