TRAVEL UPDATES & RESOURCES ON COVID-19

Updated: December 17, 10:00 AM

Visit Kansas City Kansas is actively monitoring developments surrounding coronavirus. The health and safety of our visitors and residents is our highest priority and this page will be updated regularly to provide you the latest information about travel to Kansas City, Kansas

 

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GUIDANCE FOR TRAVELERS

At this time, there are no domestic federal restrictions for travel within the United States. However, the CDC recommends delaying travel until you are fully vaccinated, because travel increases your chance of getting and spreading COVID-19.  We encourage the traveling public to seek and heed the latest expert guidance, and to make fact-based travel decisions. Travelers should observe safe travel habits as outlined by the CDC.

  • Wear a mask that covers your nose and mouth to help protect yourself and others.

  • Stay 6 feet apart from others who don't love with you.

  • Get a COVID-19 vaccine when it is available to you.

  • Avoid crowds and poorly ventilated indoor spaces.

  • Wash your hands often with soap and water.  Use hand sanitizer if soap and water aren't available.

LOCAL CASES

LOCAL TRAVEL ADVISORIES

  • On December 16, 2021, the Unified Government Commission voted to end the mask order for Kansas City, Kansas and the unincorporated area of Loring in Wyandotte County effectively on Thursday, December 16, 2021 at 11:59 PM.  Learn more here.

  • On November 19, 2021, the Unified Government Commission voted to extend its previous mask order for Kansas City, Kansas and the unincorporated area of Loring in Wyandotte County through January 6, 2022.  Learn more here.

  • On September 9, 2021, the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, KS Commission voted to extend the mask order until November 18, 2021.  Masks must be worn in all public indoor places including schools, businesses and places of worship as well as people waiting for or riding on public transportation or while in a taxi, private car service or ride-sharing vehicle. Learn more here.

  • On August 5, 2021,  the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, KS Public Health Department voted to reinstate the mask mandate to be worn in all public indoor places including schools, businesses and places of worship as well as people waiting for or riding on public transportation or while in a taxi, private car service or ride-sharing vehicle.  The new order aligns with the newest CDC guidance from July 27 and will go into effect Monday, August 9 through Sept. 16, 2021.  Learn more here.

  • On May 28, 2021 the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, KS Public Health Department announced the health order requiring face masks to be worn in all public indoor places will expire at 11:59 PM on Friday, May 28. The UG is no longer requiring masks or social distancing in Wyandotte County. However, some organizations in the county may establish their own policies.  Visitors will be required to wear a mask upon entry to any Unified Government facility, including the UG Public Health Department’s vaccination sites.  The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) provide guidance on masks. This guidance notes that it is relatively safe for people who are fully vaccinated to go without masks in most settings, including indoor public spaces. People who are unvaccinated or not yet fully vaccinated are strongly urged to continue wearing masks in public settings.  Learn more here

  • On April 30, 2021 the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, KS (UG) Commission adopted a new mask order, which went into effect at 12:01 a.m. on April 30th and remains in effect until 11:50 p.m. on May 28, 2021.  Under this order, mask protocols continue for most public indoor settings.  Outdoor mask requirements and social distancing requirements are no longer in place, although these guidelines are still strongly recommended by local public health officials.  Read the entire order here.

  • On February 25, 2021, the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, KS announced the Unified Government Public Health Department’s (UGPHD)s new Local Health Order New Order allowing bars, taverns and restaurants to serve until midnight and remain open until 12:30 a.m.  Read the entire guidelines here.

  • On November 16, the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, KS announced the Unified Government Public Health Department’s (UGPHD)s new Local Health Order will lower capacity at businesses and restrict gatherings to ten or fewer people. This new Order will go into effect at 12:01 a.m. on Friday, November 20, 2020, and will remain in effect until it is extended, rescinded, replaced, or amended.  Read the entire order here.

  • On June 27, the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas announced effective at 5 PM on Tuesday, June 30: Individuals are required to wear a mask covering the nose and mouth when in a public, indoor space (including a workplace, business, or place of worship). Exceptions include those who are deaf or hard of hearing, children younger than five years old, persons with a medical condition, mental health condition, or disability that prevents wearing a face covering.  Read the entire guidelines here.

  • On June 5, the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas announced it will move to Phase 3 of the Ad Astra Re-Opening Plan effective June 8, 2020 at 12:01 a.m.  In Phase 3, all businesses may re-open, and all education, activities, venues, and establishments may operate pursuant to mass gathering guidelines.  Read the entire plan and guidelines here.

  • On May 20, the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas announced that it is aligning its COVID-19 Recovery process with the timing of the State of Kansas Phase 2 plan. Effective as of 12:00 a.m. on Friday, May 22, restrictions will be relaxed as prescribed in the Kansas Phase 2 plan.  Read the plan here.

  • On May 11, The Red Zone phase of the ReStart WyCo plan becomes effective at 12:00 AM, and it will last until at least May 25. The Red Zone relaxes Stay at Home requirements but recommends the highest level of caution for vulnerable community members while providing guidance on how some businesses may open safely with certain restrictions.  Click here for the full ReStart WyCo plan.

  • On April 30, the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas issued a local Stay-at-Home Order for Wyandotte County to begin at the conclusion of Governor Laura Kelly's statewide order on May 3 at 11:59 p.m. Wyandotte County also released its plan to reopen businesses starting May 11. The phased approach gradually lifts restrictions based on health department guidelines. Each phase will have specific restrictions, guidelines and time frame attached to them.  Read the plan here.

  • On April 15, Governor Laura Kelly extended the statewide Stay At Home Order to May 3, 2020 at 12:01 AM. The Governor’s Order supersedes all local Stay at Home orders in Kansas.

  • On March 21, the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas; Johnson County, Kansas; Jackson County, Missouri, and Kansas City, Missouri have announced a stay-at-home order beginning Tuesday, March 24 through April 24. It directs residents to stay at home except for essential needs.  

  • On March 17 as of 12:01 a.m., the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas; Johnson County, Kansas; Jackson County, Missouri, and Kansas City, Missouri agreed to implement measures to close restaurants, bars, taverns, clubs and movie theaters in their jurisdictions for 15 days. Exceptions are delivery, pickup and drive-through service. The jurisdictions will revisit the decision on April 1 with an evaluation of conditions at that time.  Click here for the Emergency Health Order  Many of our restaurants are offering takeout and delivery, click here for an updated list.

  • On March 17 as of 12:01 a.m., the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas; Johnson County, Kansas; Jackson County, Missouri, and Kansas City, Missouri have decided to ban public gatherings of more than 10 people. Exceptions include governmental and judicial functions, healthcare facilities, private business operations, religious and faith-based activities, weddings and funerals.  Click here for the Emergency Health Order

  • On March 15, under the authority of Mayor Lucas's State of Emergency proclamation, and per new CDC guidance, no events or gatherings with 50 or more attendees will be allowed in Kansas City, MO for the next eight weeks.

  • On March 13, the Unified Government serving Wyandotte County declared a state of emergency for Kansas City, Kansas and Wyandotte County, Kansas.  This allows local officials to more easily access the materials and resources needed to effectively control the spread of COVID-19.  This declaration does not restrict travel in Kansas City, KS, but officials strongly recommend that you avoid large crowds, practice social distancing and observe good social hygiene.

  • On March 13, Johnson County, Kansas has issued a state of emergency restricting public gatherings of more than 250 people.

  • On March 12, the State of Kansas issued an emergency declaration in response to COVID-19 (coronavirus). The declaration authorizes the use of state resources and personnel to assist with response and recovery operations in affected counties that meet certain criteria.

  • On March 12, the city of Independence, MO issued a state of emergency.

CANCELLATIONS & POSTPONEMENTS
Local tourism businesses are following guidance from local health officials and are taking precautions to keep guests safe.  Several attractions, events and activities are being closed, canceled or rescheduled.  We encourage you to call ahead to confirm the status of hours and availability.

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, KS

Kansas Department of Health and Environment

Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

World Health Organization (WHO)

U.S. Travel Association