ITV just said on the 6pm news a pre arrival test into the UK will be required…
Dec 6, 2021, 12:23 pm
#316
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Hi, Abbott's BinaxNOW test available from CVS may not be the same as the Abbott test on that list. Could you please let us know whether BinaxNOW is deemed acceptable by Klarity and you managed to get them to issue the certificate?
Dec 6, 2021, 12:40 pm
#317
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Topcashback have currently got 7.7% on ExpressTest - there's also a discount code that probably won't stack with that for LFTs LGWBTT2 - and I think there's a BA discount code too. Just in case useful.
Dec 6, 2021, 12:43 pm
#318
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I doubt Klarity are all that bothered which test you use btw, they'll have low cost hires somewhere checking the lines on the photo and pressing a button to generate a report. It's easy free money.
Dec 6, 2021, 1:13 pm
#319
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I asked the T&T folk as well as calling 119 and scouring the gov,uk website when I was in isolation at the end of October, and found no info whatsoever regarding having to take a PCR test within 90 days of having COVID (as the T&T people told me not to get tested within that period!).
I called again when the PCR-on-arrival rule was brought in as I'm heading to the US tomorrow, and the woman requested a callback, but I've heard nothing yet. Am just keeping my fingers crossed that it comes back negative.
I called again when the PCR-on-arrival rule was brought in as I'm heading to the US tomorrow, and the woman requested a callback, but I've heard nothing yet. Am just keeping my fingers crossed that it comes back negative.
I also am still looking how to get on a plane to country where you need pre-departure PCR.. I think Recovery Pass alone, or in combination with a letter (one needs 'Documentation of Recovery' > is NHS Recovery Pass sufficient?) might work.
Dec 6, 2021, 1:17 pm
#320
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this is annoying Im currently in NYC and flying back on BA116 tomorrow if anyone currently in NY trying to find a test provider i can highly reccomend ClearMD on 18th &6th 85 usd for antigen test with certificate within 30 min most other options look around 300 bucks
Dec 6, 2021, 1:26 pm
#321
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BTW Klarity sent me their very extensive list of EU-approved tests:
https://antigentest.bfarm.de/ords/f?...172571611:::::
Even assuming that BinaxNOW is acceptable to them, it still costs $25 a pop from CVS/Walgreens vs €3-4 in the EU for any of those tests, several of which are made by US firms lol
Dec 6, 2021, 2:38 pm
#322
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That would be my guess too but I'd rather have it confirmed through first-hand experience if possible.
BTW Klarity sent me their very extensive list of EU-approved tests:
https://antigentest.bfarm.de/ords/f?...172571611:::::
Even assuming that BinaxNOW is acceptable to them, it still costs $25 a pop from CVS/Walgreens vs €3-4 in the EU for any of those tests, several of which are made by US firms lol
BTW Klarity sent me their very extensive list of EU-approved tests:
https://antigentest.bfarm.de/ords/f?...172571611:::::
Even assuming that BinaxNOW is acceptable to them, it still costs $25 a pop from CVS/Walgreens vs €3-4 in the EU for any of those tests, several of which are made by US firms lol
Dec 6, 2021, 2:42 pm
#323
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I’m travelling to Switzerland, which requires either a PCR or lateral flow (supervised) 4-7 days after arrival.
I’m only in Switzerland for 5 days. Does anyone know whether it is possible to use the same lateral flow to meet both the Swiss requirements and the new UK pre-flight requirement?
many thanks
I’m only in Switzerland for 5 days. Does anyone know whether it is possible to use the same lateral flow to meet both the Swiss requirements and the new UK pre-flight requirement?
many thanks
Dec 6, 2021, 2:46 pm
#324
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Dec 6, 2021, 2:55 pm
#325
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Dec 6, 2021, 3:10 pm
#326
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Dec 6, 2021, 3:24 pm
#327
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I’m travelling to Switzerland, which requires either a PCR or lateral flow (supervised) 4-7 days after arrival.
I’m only in Switzerland for 5 days. Does anyone know whether it is possible to use the same lateral flow to meet both the Swiss requirements and the new UK pre-flight requirement?
many thanks
I’m only in Switzerland for 5 days. Does anyone know whether it is possible to use the same lateral flow to meet both the Swiss requirements and the new UK pre-flight requirement?
many thanks
Dec 6, 2021, 3:32 pm
#328
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I’m travelling to Switzerland, which requires either a PCR or lateral flow (supervised) 4-7 days after arrival.
I’m only in Switzerland for 5 days. Does anyone know whether it is possible to use the same lateral flow to meet both the Swiss requirements and the new UK pre-flight requirement?
many thanks
I’m only in Switzerland for 5 days. Does anyone know whether it is possible to use the same lateral flow to meet both the Swiss requirements and the new UK pre-flight requirement?
many thanks
Dec 6, 2021, 4:04 pm
#329
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Do note you need a PCR test done before you can board your flight to Switzerland, and a "day 2" PCR test booked (and entered on the PLF) before you fly back. Assuming "back" is the UK.
Dec 6, 2021, 4:25 pm
#330
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As promised I’m feeding back.
Currently enjoying a glass of Prosecco in the Plaza Premium lounge at GIG (yes - Admirals is still shut but apparently BA has an agreement with Premium Plaza).
Was only “verbally” asked at check in if I had a vaccination certificate, a PLF and a Covid test done 48 hours before the flight - weird. Was never asked to show anything.
Currently enjoying a glass of Prosecco in the Plaza Premium lounge at GIG (yes - Admirals is still shut but apparently BA has an agreement with Premium Plaza).
Was only “verbally” asked at check in if I had a vaccination certificate, a PLF and a Covid test done 48 hours before the flight - weird. Was never asked to show anything.