Even citizens returning to the United States require COVID-19 testing
As of January 26, 2021, the CDC ordered COVID-19 testing required for all air travelers. Travelers must present a negative COVID-19 test (or proof they have recently recovered from the virus) prior to boarding. Here are the details you need to know:
- This applies to all travelers 2 years of age or older.
- The test must be taken no more than 3 days (72 hours) before your flight into the U.S.
- Travelers must be tested with a viral test, which includes either the PCR and Rapid Antigen methods of testing.
- Be sure you will get your results back before your flights. You will have to show documentation of your test results to the airline.
- You may show a paper or electronic copy of your documentation.
- If you have recently recovered from COVID-19 (in the past 3 months) and do not have any symptoms, you may be able to avoid testing. Instead, you may show documentation from your healthcare provider stating that you are clear to travel. This is referred to as “documentation of recovery.”
- This order applies to all commercial, private, and chartered flights entering the U.S. from a foreign country.
- All passengers regardless of vaccination status must show proof of a negative COVID-19 test or documentation of recovery.
For more information on COVID-19 testing requirements, visit the CDC website.
Other travel requirements may exist
Please also consider that your travel destination may have its own requirements for testing and/or documentation required prior to entry. This is especially important when traveling outside of the United States.
LBL Travel is here to help
Don’t worry though, you have LBL Travel to help you navigate new testing requirements and logistics. We are working hard to stay on top of all travel requirements to make sure you are taken care of while traveling. We work closely with our hotel, villa rental, and in-country partners to determine the best options if you need to be tested prior to your U.S. arrival. In most cases, testing can be arranged on-property. It is our top priority to make sure you and your family feel safe while traveling domestically or abroad. Please contact us to start planning your next trip.