Missing weekends in Elyu? Great news: La Union finally calls, as the province has reopened for local tourism. Just in time for the holidays, leisure travellers can now enjoy everything from surfing and delicious eats to waterfalls and eco-tours. Keep reading to learn more about the La Union travel requirements, so you can get started on planning your getaway!
La Union travel overview
At the time of writing, La Union is under Modified General Community Quarantine (MGCQ). The province first reopened to tourists in May 2021; as of 8 Nov, La Union has updated its entry requirements for leisure travel. It is the first destination in the Ilocos Region to relax travel protocols for those who have been fully vaccinated.
Who can travel to La Union?
For tourism purposes, La Union currently accepts residents and visitors from NCR+, MGCQ, and GCQ areas. Regardless of vaccination status, all those entering La Union for tourism and leisure purposes are required to register and book at the TARA NA Visita System here.
Also read: How to Use the Tourist Pass System When Visiting the Ilocos Region
COVID-19 health and safety protocols
While La Union is already open for tourism, COVID-19 protocols still remain in place. The following are some of the guidelines that tourists must adhere to:
- Each tourist must generate a TARA NA QR code for contact tracing purposes.
- Visitors must present the required documents upon entry to La Union.
- Tourists may only engage in DOT-accredited tours.
- Minimum health standards, such as wearing of masks, regular hand washing, and physical distancing, are to be observed.
- Health declaration and temperature checks will be required before entry into establishments.
La Union travel requirements
For fully vaccinated tourists
- QR-Coded Tourist Pass (QTP) from TARA NA Visita System*
- Valid government-issued ID
- Pre-booked arrangement from a DOT-accredited tour operator
- COVID-19 vaccination card
- Negative antigen test result taken within three days before travel
For tourists who are not fully vaccinated
- QR-Coded Tourist Pass (QTP) from TARA NA Visita System*
- Valid government-issued ID
- Pre-booked arrangement from a DOT-accredited tour operator
- Negative RT-PCR test result taken within three days before travel
*Visitors must register and schedule travel within a minimum of five working days before travel. Be sure to save and/or print your QR code.
Where to stay in La Union
See some of our recommendations below:
Also read: 10 Airbnbs in La Union for Your Next Elyu Trip
La Union travel resources
For news and updated information regarding La Union travel requirements, you may also visit the following links:
- Provincial Government of La Union Official Facebook Page
- Tara Na! Tourist Pass System
- Tara Na! Official Instagram Page
- Travel Philippines App
Planning to explore more local destinations? Check out more of our COVID-19 travel guides:
- Siargao Travel Requirements for Domestic Tourists
- Boracay Travel Requirements for Domestic Travellers
- Baguio Travel Requirements for Fully Vaccinated Tourists
- Camiguin Travel Requirements for Domestic Tourists
- Bohol Travel Requirements for Domestic Tourists
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