Sep 17, 2021, 12:56 am
Last edit by: NewbieRunner
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS TO ENTER THE UNITED STATES STARTING NOVEMBER 8, 2021
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019...vel/index.html
IN EFFECT JANUARY 26, 2021 TO DECEMBER 31, 2021 UNLESS OTHERWISE AMENDED
https://www.cdc.gov/quarantine/pdf/g...ncrypted-p.pdf
FAQ
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019...travelers.html
PASSENGER ATTESTATION FOR TRAVEL TO THE USA
https://www.cdc.gov/quarantine/pdf/a...21-01-12-p.pdf
OTHERS
https://www.npr.org/sections/health-...L7PwJTTCggyB7k
ISSUED 21 JAN 2021: National Strategy for the COVID-19 Response and Pandemic Preparedness "EXECUTIVE ORDER PROMOTING COVID-19 SAFETY IN DOMESTIC AND INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL" begins on page 174 of this document.
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019...vel/index.html
IN EFFECT JANUARY 26, 2021 TO DECEMBER 31, 2021 UNLESS OTHERWISE AMENDED
https://www.cdc.gov/quarantine/pdf/g...ncrypted-p.pdf
FAQ
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019...travelers.html
PASSENGER ATTESTATION FOR TRAVEL TO THE USA
https://www.cdc.gov/quarantine/pdf/a...21-01-12-p.pdf
OTHERS
https://www.npr.org/sections/health-...L7PwJTTCggyB7k
ISSUED 21 JAN 2021: National Strategy for the COVID-19 Response and Pandemic Preparedness "EXECUTIVE ORDER PROMOTING COVID-19 SAFETY IN DOMESTIC AND INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL" begins on page 174 of this document.
Covid test for entry/re-entry to US [merged thread]
Nov 27, 2021, 3:09 am
#2011
Join Date: Oct 2002
Location: SFO
Programs: AY Plat, LH FTL
Posts: 7,375
We are vaccinated Americans and are flying from Italy to the US on Monday. On Friday, we received negative results on a rapid test, and we're issued an Italian certificate. The certificate says it's valid for 48 hours (at least I think that's what it says), however we understand the US accepts tests taken up to three days before travel.
Should I be concerned that LH won't accept our test, since the certificate/QR code will presumably have expired by the time we travel?
Should I be concerned that LH won't accept our test, since the certificate/QR code will presumably have expired by the time we travel?
Nov 27, 2021, 4:42 am
#2012
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Join Date: Aug 2009
Location: Paris, France
Programs: AF/KL Flying Blue Platinum for life/Club2000 Ultimate, Accor ALL Diamond
Posts: 21,940
We are vaccinated Americans and are flying from Italy to the US on Monday. On Friday, we received negative results on a rapid test, and we're issued an Italian certificate. The certificate says it's valid for 48 hours (at least I think that's what it says), however we understand the US accepts tests taken up to three days before travel.
Should I be concerned that LH won't accept our test, since the certificate/QR code will presumably have expired by the time we travel?
Should I be concerned that LH won't accept our test, since the certificate/QR code will presumably have expired by the time we travel?
Nov 28, 2021, 9:58 pm
#2013
Join Date: Jul 2015
Location: DFW
Posts: 522
Just a bit of a rant, but getting a COVID test in a foreign country can be a big pain. The clinic I went to in Queretaro, MX had a broken credit card machine, so I had to walk to an ATM 20mins away to get cash. I never got the email with my test results so I had to go back to the clinic and get a print out. I guess I don't understand what the goal is for requiring testing for vaccinated US citizens in November 2021 when COVID is a worldwide pandemic. It's kind of silly that a vaccinated US citizen can go to over a dozen countries without needing a test but in order to return home you need one.
Nov 28, 2021, 11:06 pm
#2014
Join Date: Apr 2013
Programs: SPG, AA, United
Posts: 1,816
Just a bit of a rant, but getting a COVID test in a foreign country can be a big pain. The clinic I went to in Queretaro, MX had a broken credit card machine, so I had to walk to an ATM 20mins away to get cash. I never got the email with my test results so I had to go back to the clinic and get a print out. I guess I don't understand what the goal is for requiring testing for vaccinated US citizens in November 2021 when COVID is a worldwide pandemic. It's kind of silly that a vaccinated US citizen can go to over a dozen countries without needing a test but in order to return home you need one.
Nov 30, 2021, 1:07 am
#2015
Join Date: Jul 2020
Location: So Cal
Programs: AA Platinum
Posts: 2,722
I ended up doing the test at JFK and dropping $179 instead of $24 in the Caribbean but whatever it was nice not having to worry about it while on my quick vacation. Thats a lot for an antigen test I feel but in the end I guess I felt better about it. And it was super quick, the whole process took 20 min, I even had time to go hit TWA and work out and have a shower and still make it back to DL Sky Club for 30 minutes before leaving for boarding.
Nov 30, 2021, 1:23 am
#2016
FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: Apr 2009
Location: where lions are led by donkeys...
Programs: Lifetime Gold, Global Entry, Hertz PC, and my wallet
Posts: 20,350
I ended up doing the test at JFK and dropping $179 instead of $24 in the Caribbean but whatever it was nice not having to worry about it while on my quick vacation. Thats a lot for an antigen test I feel but in the end I guess I felt better about it. And it was super quick, the whole process took 20 min, I even had time to go hit TWA and work out and have a shower and still make it back to DL Sky Club for 30 minutes before leaving for boarding.
Nov 30, 2021, 7:18 am
#2017
FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: Sep 2002
Location: Between AUS, EWR, and YTO In a little twisty maze of airline seats, all alike.. but I wanna go home with the armadillo
Programs: CO, NW, & UA forum moderator emeritus
Posts: 35,437
t sure what else it could be ...
Nov 30, 2021, 7:26 am
#2018
Join Date: Dec 2010
Location: NYC
Programs: Kettle Class
Posts: 798
Unless you possibly meant getting tested airside, NYC's public hospital system has free Covid testing outside the T5 AirTrain station, open to all. No need to pay $179, not least for an antigen test. There have been rumors the site may close at the end of the week, but FYI nonetheless for JFK travelers.
I ended up doing the test at JFK and dropping $179 instead of $24 in the Caribbean but whatever it was nice not having to worry about it while on my quick vacation. Thats a lot for an antigen test I feel but in the end I guess I felt better about it. And it was super quick, the whole process took 20 min, I even had time to go hit TWA and work out and have a shower and still make it back to DL Sky Club for 30 minutes before leaving for boarding.
Nov 30, 2021, 7:30 am
#2019
Suspended
Join Date: Nov 2019
Location: The part of NC where we have electricity, paved roads, and high school diplomas.
Programs: AA Platinum
Posts: 3,132
The Cyber Monday code for Qured still works, reducing the price from $45 to $36.
The code is CM20
https://qured.us
The code is CM20
https://qured.us
Nov 30, 2021, 1:31 pm
#2020
Join Date: Apr 2016
Posts: 72
I'm doing a trip from CDG to LHR to HEL to JFK on Thursday, just trying to get all my forms in order! Had my video supervised test today, completed my entry form for the UK transit. I'm not seeing Finnair on the VeriFly app so I'm not able to do anything further on there.
Am I right in thinking I just need the UK PLF, the negative test result, and the Covid vaccination form? I have a feeling I'm missing something with the stops but getting confused looking around!
Am I right in thinking I just need the UK PLF, the negative test result, and the Covid vaccination form? I have a feeling I'm missing something with the stops but getting confused looking around!
Nov 30, 2021, 2:50 pm
#2021
Join Date: Jun 2021
Programs: Mileage Plus 1K, AAdvantage Gold, Marriott Bonvoy Platinum
Posts: 298
eMed still selling old tests
Just FYI to anyone planning to purchase eMed's BinaxNow 6-pack: the expiration date on a kit purchased yesterday is 11/13/2021, which means it is good through February 13. This gets me through the holiday season, but I'm disappointed they STILL do not have fresh stock, and yet are not discounting the old kits.
The kits no longer had the DO NOT OPEN sleeve on them, just the sealed boxes.
The kits no longer had the DO NOT OPEN sleeve on them, just the sealed boxes.
Dec 1, 2021, 2:12 am
#2023
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Join Date: Apr 2009
Location: where lions are led by donkeys...
Programs: Lifetime Gold, Global Entry, Hertz PC, and my wallet
Posts: 20,350
Stricter Covid-19 Testing Requirements for Travelers to U.S. Being Considered to Curb Omicron Spread
The important bit:
One official said the administration hopes to roll new rules out by next week.
Hoping that is true.
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Dec 1, 2021, 7:24 am
#2024
Join Date: Jun 2001
Location: London, UK
Programs: AA Platinum
Posts: 2,507
And for the benefit of others:
Stricter Covid-19 Testing Requirements for Travelers to U.S. Being Considered to Curb Omicron Spread
The important bit:
One official said the administration hopes to roll new rules out by next week.
Hoping that is true.
Stricter Covid-19 Testing Requirements for Travelers to U.S. Being Considered to Curb Omicron Spread
The important bit:
One official said the administration hopes to roll new rules out by next week.
Hoping that is true.
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Dec 1, 2021, 12:28 pm
#2025
Join Date: Apr 2013
Programs: SPG, AA, United
Posts: 1,816
The Cyber Monday code for Qured still works, reducing the price from $45 to $36.
The code is CM20
https://qured.us
The code is CM20
https://qured.us