Last Updated on November 7, 2021 by Tina
Ever since travel restrictions in the country eased up, I often get asked “Is La Union open for tourists already?”. I wrote a post about this in July 2020. Back then, only residents from Region 1 and Baguio are allowed to visit. A year after the lockdown, is La Union open for tourism already?
Is La Union Open for Tourists? (November 7, 2021 update)
Yes, La Union is now open for tourists including those who are from the National Capital Region (NCR). The Provincial Government of La Union released the latest guidelines and requirements for those entering La Union for tourism and leisure travel purposes effective November 8, 2021, by virtue of PGLU Executive Order No. 53, series of 2021.
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What Are The Requirements For Tourists Visiting La Union?
To visit La Union for tourism purposes, there are guidelines that you need to follow. All individuals entering La Union for tourism and leisure purposes are required to register and book at the Tara Na Visita System. They are required to undergo the minimum clinical or health assessment (temperature check and detection of symptoms) supervised by medical personnel on-site.
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The following are the La Union travel requirements for tourists starting November 8, 2021:
For fully vaccinated individuals:
- QR-Coded-Tourists Pass (QTP) from Tara Na Visita System
- Government-issued ID
- Pre-booked arrangement from DOT-Accredited Tour Operator
- Covid-19 Vaccination Card
- Negative antigen test result within 3 days
For not fully vaccinated individuals:
- QR-Coded-Tourists Pass (QTP) from Tara Na Visita System
- Government-issued ID
- Pre-booked arrangement from DOT-Accredited Tour Operator
- Negative RT-PCR test results. The result must be within 3 days before the actual arrival in La Union.
To know more about tourism in La Union, check out these La Union tourism guidelines.
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What Hotels Are Now Open?
Many accommodation establishments in La Union are now open. The Department of Tourism encourages everyone to stay in accommodation establishments that were issued a Certificate of Authority to Operate (CAO) / Provisional Certificate of Authority to Operate (PCAO). You can check my post Hotels in San Juan, La Union That Are Now Open For Tourists for the list of accommodation establishments that were issued CAO/PCAO.
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Are Restaurants in San Juan Open Already?
Many restaurants are already back in operation. I made a post in September 2020 about the restaurants in San Juan that are already open. You can check this post: Restaurants in San Juan, La Union: Where to Eat in the New Normal.
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Are Surfing and Surfing Lessons Allowed?
Yes, surfing and surfing lessons are now allowed. The rate for an hour of surfing lesson is Php 500 (~US$10). You can contact Tikboy Surf at +639499500872 to book a lesson. You can also order a surfboard from them at a very affordable price.
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Please respect the rules of the establishments you’re going to visit here. Remember to observe the minimum health standards at all times. Observe physical distancing. Avoid crowded places. Wash your hands regularly. Wear a face mask properly. Let us help stop the spread of the virus.
I hope you found this post useful. Leave a message below for any inquiries or suggestions. Need more information about traveling to La Union? Check out San Juan, La Union Travel Guide During the Pandemic.
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Hi! Family and I are planning to visit La union on Feb. I was just wondering how to secure an acceptance letter from La Union so I could include it in the requirements for travel authority from PNP. thanks
Hi. Sorry but I have no idea
Hi! Just want to confirm if they accept rapid test/antigen? I checked the photos and it says RT PCR?
They accept antigen 😊
Hi po..
Ask q lng po if what are the requirements po kaya ngayon to enter San fernando City, La union?
Maghahatid lng po ng sofa set then balikan lng po..thank u😊
They can accept antigen for lsi mam?
I’m not sure if they accept antigen for LSI. They accept it for tourists. You can call the Covid hotline of the province: 09452835067 to inquire.
Hi! planning to go to LU. do we need to bring our medical clearance certificate of just the travel authority will do na?
hi! planning to go LU. do we need to bring the medical clearance certificate when going to LU? or Travel Authority only will do na?
As per the guidelines, the requirements are LU health declaration form, ID, travel authority, negative rt-pcr or antigen results and booking confirmation
Hi, where can I get LU Health Declaration Form? 🙂 This blog is so helpful! 🙂
Hi. You can try this link: https://napanam.launion.gov.ph/
Where can we get travel authorization? 🙂
Hi. You don’t need travel authorization anymore. You only need to register in Tara Na! You can check the whole process of traveling to La Union here: https://iwentanyways.com/la-union-open-for-tourism/
Hello po ask ko lang po sana anong need kung pupunta jan para may kunin lang na gamit sa bahay tas uuwi din po same day
Kelan po ang punta nyo ng La Union? Sa Monday po kasi mag take effect yung bagong guidelines
Hi! My husband is residence of LU and he’s working here in Manila. Now, we decided to stay in LU for good. Is that okay? We just need to submit the said requirements?
Hi. Yes. There is a new EO regarding travel to La Union. For La Union residents traveling back to La Union, you need to present Napanam QR Code, negative rt-pcr test result issued within the last 30 days and govt ID indicating residence or any equivalent document showing proof of residence.
Hi ask ko lang po june 9 po punta kami ng lu. Babayaran na po yung house n lot balikan din po kami may 73 yrs old po kami na kasama sysa po ang signatory sa deed of sale. Paano po kami .makakapasok? Ano po bang recq.
Hi! Would you know if they accept RT PCR Saliva Test via Red Cross?
Hi. Sorry but I do not know. You can contact the Covid hotline of the province at 0945 283 5067 for your query
We are going back home to Bani Rosario LU & we will quarantine in Manila for 6 days. When we arrive to LU, do we quarantine for 8 days (total 14 days since arriving in PI) or will we have to quarantine a full 14 days in LU? Thank you for your advice.
Hi. As per the new guidelines, the requirements for those returning from overseas are the NAPANAM QR code, passport, Bureau of Quarantine Certificate and negative RT-PCR results issued within 3 days before actual arrival in La Union. You can contact the Covid hotline of the province at 0945 283 5067 regarding the quarantine question
Hi punta po sana kame sa friday from nueva ecija need po ba ng rt-pcr test salamt po
D pa po allowed sa La Union mga hindi taga Region 1 at Baguio
Hi! Are kids allowed to enter checkpoint?
Yes daw po, but only for those who are from Region 1 and Baguio
Hi I just want to verify if you already allowing tourist in La Union. I’m coming from Angeles City. What are the requirements. Pls. Reply . Thank you
As per existing guidelines, only residents from Baguio City and Region 1 are allowed as of the moment.
Hi. Do you have any recommendations po where to take rt-pcr or antigent test?
Hi! Where are you from?
Hello Good afternoon May I ask What are the requirements for the Day Visitor ?
Hi. Sorry but I have no idea. Email na lang po PGLU at info@launion.gov.ph
Ask lang po if kids are still required to take antigen test po? If going to elyu?
Hi. As of the moment, only residents of La Union are allowed entry into the province. This is until April 15. Please wait for further announcement if they are going to resume with letting tourists in after that date.
Just want to confirm if rapid Antigen test is accepted. Thank you
No. They only accept RT-PCR test. RT-PCR Saliva test from Red Cross is also accepted.
Since the quarantine levels have been updated on 15 May 2021, what are the current guidelines for a visit to Elyu? Any updates? Thanks in advance.
As of today, the province has not released new guidelines yet.
Hi. We have a schedule on last week of June 2021 for the renewal of passport in DFA La Union. I just may know if there is need of requirements upon entering the province? Thank you.
done na po kau pa renew? anu po requirements? July 19 DFA passport renewal ako.
Check this post for the requirements: https://iwentanyways.com/philippine-passport-renewal/
Hi ! Po ask ko lang kung lalabas po kmi ng la uinon? Papunta manila need pa rin po ba ng swab test?
No need po kung papunta ng Manila.
My wife needs to go La Union to get some paperwork. She lives in Bolinao, Pangasinan.
What will she need to go there for one day to get paperwork?
Hi. Please email na lang the Provincial Government of La Union at info@launion.gov.ph for the requirements.
Thank you. I have now emailed them.
Jeff
Greetings! May I know if my family can travel to La Union due to the death of my husbands grandmother?.
Yes they can. They just need negative RT-PCR test results or vaccination card, valid ID and NAPANAM QR Code. You can check out this post: https://iwentanyways.com/la-union-travel-requirements-during-the-pandemic/
Hello! is there a fee to get approved by the travel agencies?
Thanks!
Hi. Approved for what?