Can I enter the US without a COVID-19 test?
At this time all air passengers traveling to the US, regardless of vaccination or antibody status, are required to provide a negative COVID-19 test result or documentation of recovery.
Do you still need a COVID-19 PCR test to enter Canada if fully vaccinated?
In March, Canada announced it will lift its Covid-19 pre-entry test requirement for fully vaccinated travelers beginning April 1, saying that the pandemic was entering a “transition phase.” The requirement will be dropped for air, land and water ports of entry.
Does the COVID-19 negative test order apply to land border crossings?
No, the requirements of this Order only apply to air travel into the US.
What are the COVID-19 requirements to cross the border into the United States?
WASHINGTON – Beginning on January 22, 2022, DHS will require non-U.S. individuals seeking to enter the United States via land ports of entry and ferry terminals at the U.S.-Mexico and U.S.-Canada borders to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 and provide related proof of vaccination, as COVID-19 cases continue to rise.
What type of covid test is required for travelling to the United States?
The test must be a SARS-CoV-2 viral test (nucleic acid amplification test [NAAT] or antigen test) with Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
What should I do if am overseas and I can’t get tested before my flight during the COVID-19 pandemic?
Passengers should contact the airline regarding options for changing their departure date to allow time for a test, see if the airline has identified options for testing, or if there are options available for changing their flights to transit through a location where they can get tested before boarding their final flight to the United States.
Can I travel to Seattle during the COVID-19 pandemic?
With a current vaccination rate of 86%, Seattle and King County are safely welcoming back visitors. Travelers to Seattle—and all destinations—should continue to observe the health recommendations of national and local public health officials, as they plan to travel, while in transit, and while visiting any destination.
Will I need to be vaccinated to fly into the US during the COVID-19 pandemic?
Starting on November 8, foreign national air travelers to the United States will be required to be fully vaccinated and to provide proof of vaccination status prior to boarding an airplane to fly to the United States, with only limited exceptions.
What is the difference between a PCR test and a rapid COVID-19 test?
“Unlike the PCR test, the antigen test can only determine if you have an active virus in your body. The rapid test can’t detect small amounts of the virus or asymptomatic cases as accurately as the PCR test can,” Heather said. The rapid test is less accurate and there is a greater chance for a false negative.
Are the COVID-19 PCR tests accurate?
PCR tests are very accurate when properly performed by a health care professional, but the rapid test can miss some cases.