If you are about to visit Las Vegas you should know that due to the Covid-19 Pandemic there are different restrictions and requirements to be in the "Sin City" whether you are an American citizen or a foreigner.
Since the beginning of the Pandemic in March 2020, Las Vegas account 504,000 confirmed cases and more than 7,200 deaths due to Covid-19.
Las Vegas is the largest city in Clark County with 2.67 million people (73% of the total population of the state of Nevada).
Here is what you should know about visiting Las Vegas until this health contingency is over:
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Since February 10, the state of Nevada has allowed its population not to wear masks in closed areas.
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Thanks to the successful vaccination program in the United States, there are no longer any restrictions for travelers within the country.
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For foreigners or Americans living abroad, Covid tests and proof of vaccination will be required to enter this country.
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There are very limited exceptions for visiting Las Vegas, specifically for children and minors under 18 years of age who are not vaccinated.
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According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in the United States, it is still necessary to wear a facemask in transportation centers and public transportation.
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Finally, the CDC recommends American citizens who are not yet vaccinated to delay their travel as long as possible to avoid a new wave of contagions.