OBSOLETE COVID THREAD Any new restrictions returning to US ?

[awunderli]

I’m on the Camino Frances in Logrono (started SJPdP) and have been good about avoiding news. I learned today that infection and death rates are rising in the unvaccinated here and in the US. Besides getting a negative Covid test before returning to the US on Aug 18, are you aware of any other restrictions or advisories? Many thanks. (This experience is life changing.)

 

[Former member 59618]

The US embassy website would be a good place to start.

 

[peregrina2000]

I’m on the Camino Frances in Logrono (started SJPdP) and have been good about avoiding news. I learned today that infection and death rates are rising in the unvaccinated here and in the US. Besides getting a negative Covid test before returning to the US on Aug 18, are you aware of any other restrictions or advisories? Many thanks. (This experience is life changing.)

The CDC issues the regulations. The most recent update I see is July 6, but it seems to be that the regulation remains unchanged — a negative covid test (antigen or PCR) within three days of departure from Spain.

It can change at any time, of course, so I would check back closer to departure date. And if it were me, I would also be thinking about where to schedule a covid test.

COVID-19 and Travel

CDC travel recommendations during the COVID-19 pandemic.

www.cdc.gov

Wishing you a continued buen camino — and if you have the time or inclination, live updates on how things are going out there would be enjoyed by many of us!

 

[Scott Sweeney]

I would suggest checking the state department.

 

[peregrina2000]

I would suggest checking the state department.

That’s of course a reliable source, but the order was written by the CDC, and the link posted takes you to the both the official summary of the requirements, and then, with another click or two, to the actual wording of the agency’s order.

 

[Morning Waters]

Where would one get a PCR covid test in Spain, either Santiago or Madrid, for returning to the USA? Pharmacies, clinics? What are they costing? Anyone currently on the ground who can give information about that they are doing to get a test done prior to their return home?

 

[gloria lowe]

Where would one get a PCR covid test in Spain, either Santiago or Madrid, for returning to the USA? Pharmacies, clinics? What are they costing? Anyone currently on the ground who can give information about that they are doing to get a test done prior to their return home?

Try this site but they book up ahead of time.
travelcovidtestcenter.com
es.usembassy.gov they also have a list of places

 

[Tincatinker]

Where would one get a PCR covid test in Spain, either Santiago or Madrid, for returning to the USA? Pharmacies, clinics? What are they costing? Anyone currently on the ground who can give information about that they are doing to get a test done prior to their return home?

https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/getting-a-covid-19-test-in-sdec.69378/

 

[trecile]

Where would one get a PCR covid test in Spain, either Santiago or Madrid, for returning to the USA? Pharmacies, clinics? What are they costing? Anyone currently on the ground who can give information about that they are doing to get a test done prior to their return home?

You can get either a PCR test or an Antigen test to return to the US.

 

[Jeff B]

Where would one get a PCR covid test in Spain, either Santiago or Madrid, for returning to the USA? Pharmacies, clinics? What are they costing? Anyone currently on the ground who can give information about that they are doing to get a test done prior to their return home?

In Madrid, at least, you can get an antigen test at the airport...before leaving. Just need to plan the timing. Not sure about any other airports.

 

[USSusan]

In Madrid, at least, you can get an antigen test at the airport...before leaving. Just need to plan the timing. Not sure about any other airports.

Jeff, do you know how long it takes if you get the test at the airport? Do you need an appointment? Thanks

 

[Jeff B]

Jeff, do you know how long it takes if you get the test at the airport? Do you need an appointment? Thanks

try this site

Travel Covid Test Center

travelcovidtestcenter.com

it looks like you get results quite quickly, but you'd need to schedule an appointment

 

[gloria lowe]

Jeff, do you know how long it takes if you get the test at the airport? Do you need an appointment? Thanks

I've been checking the site and they always seem to be booked about 4 days out.