On January 12, 2021, the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) announced a new mandatory COVID-19 testing requirement for all international arrivals to the USA. Beginning January 26, 2021, all inbound international travelers from an out-of-country destination will be required to show proof of a negative COVID-19 test before returning to the United States.
CDC Testing Requirements
All international travelers bound for the United States will need a negative COVID-19 viral test taken within 72 hours prior to departure.
Written documentation of the results (either paper or electronic copy) must be provided to the airline before boarding and must include the name and information of the laboratory or health professional.
In lieu of a new COVID-19 viral test, passengers may also provide evidence of having recovered from COVID-19, with documentation of test results conducted within three months of the flight date from a foreign country.
The CDC also recommends getting tested again three to five days after arrival and quarantining for seven days post-travel
Our suppliers are proactively working with hotel suppliers, travel bureaus, and transportation companies to help understand testing capabilities to comply with the CDC’s new requirements.
We would encourage you to continue to visit the CDC’s website for the most accurate and updated information. www.cdc.gov
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