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Soon, you won’t need a negative COVID-19 test result to travel to the United States.
Key points
- The U.S. is planning to eliminate its testing requirements for international travelers.
- Starting on June 12, 2022, a negative COVID-19 test won’t be required to enter the country.
Since early 2021, the United States (U.S.) has required international travelers to show proof of a negative COVID-19 test before boarding their plane to the U.S. But this requirement will soon be lifted. Beginning on June 12, international travelers will no longer need to show a negative test result before entering the U.S. Find out more about this news.
Throughout the pandemic, international travel has come with added steps. Travelers had to continuously monitor ever-changing entry rules and requirements to ensure they could take their trip as planned.
Some countries had strict vaccination and testing rules. However, many countries have eliminated or relaxed their vaccination and testing requirements over the last few months. The United States is about to make changes of its own.
What to expect with the upcoming testing changes
Most recently, the United States has required all international travelers ages two and up to provide a negative COVID-19 test result before boarding the plane to travel to the country. The test must have been taken within one day of travel.
As an alternative, travelers had the option to present documented proof of recovery from the virus within the last 90 days. Otherwise, testing was required.
But that’s about to change. As reported by Reuters, at 12:01 a.m. EDT on Sunday, June 12 the current testing requirements will expire.
Once this happens, you won’t need a negative test result to fly into the United States.
What this means for your next international trip
If you have an upcoming trip outside the country, this change could make coming home easier. For some travelers, the testing time frame added stress and required more planning.
Once the testing requirements are eliminated, you will no longer need to worry about finding a testing location and getting your test results fast enough before your flight home.
This change could also help you save money. When getting tested outside of the U.S., you’re responsible for the cost, which could impact your vacation budget.
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