OBSOLETE COVID THREAD Covid test in Santiago

[Steve Fazzio]

Hello. I have reservations to fly from Santiago to Los Angeles on April 17 which Easter Sunday. Iberia Airlines requires travelers to the U.S. to have a Covid test one day before the flight. Does anyone know if a Covid Test center will be open in Santiago on Holy Saturday?

 

[Steve Fazzio]

April 17 is Easter Sunday. I would guess if they have flights they should have testing but I don't know for sure. Hopefully someone else will respond.

Thanks. I corrected my question.

 

[peregrina2000]

I wouldn’t take anyone’s word for it. I would contact labs directly myself and set up an appointment if you find some labs open.

See the list on this thread

https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/covid-testing-in-santiago.71227/

Several places have email addresses and will make appointments that way. Calling will also work. In my experience, labs are typically not open on Saturday afternoons, and Spain does take its holidays seriously, so I would really want to be sure about having something arranged ahead of time. Good luck!

 

[JustinB]

Looking at the CDC website you need a Viral Test, if this is still true you can bring a test kit with you and do the test yourself before flying.

COVID-19 and Your Health

Symptoms, testing, what to do if sick, daily activities, and more.

www.cdc.gov

 

[JustinB]

Also look at: https://www.cdc.gov/media/releases/...onfirm the negative,boarding to the passenger.

 

[trecile]

Looking at the CDC website you need a Viral Test, if this is still true you can bring a test kit with you and do the test yourself before flying.

COVID-19 and Your Health

Symptoms, testing, what to do if sick, daily activities, and more.

www.cdc.gov

It does have to be a test kit with a telehealth component. You have to order these - you can't just buy one at the pharmacy.

We Reviewed the CDC-Approved COVID Home Tests for International Travel—Here’s What to Know

We tested the options that satisfy the CDC's testing requirement for international arrivals—and learned a few key things along the way.

www.afar.com

 

[JustinB]

Yes, true that is why I am going to bring one with me.

 

[FourSeasons]

Following: Good Info. Thanks!