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If the flights are all on one ticket, then the timing is from when your first flight from San Diego boards.Traveling from the USA soon. From what I read on Portugal sites, I need a 72-hour PCR test or 24-hour antigen test. My flight goes from San Diego to New York City then I catch flight from New York City to Lisbon. My question is when calculating the 24 or 72 hours, is that 24/72 hours from my originating flight in San Diego or my 2nd flight from NYC?
Are you sure about this? When I travelled to Spain, they wanted it timed with arrival in Spain. Is Portugal different? I went to 2 different places to ensure I got the results from one of the tests on time. But then it was harder to find rapid PCR tests. I think I used Walgreens for one - can't remember but maybe CVS for the other. Then I got to the airport and the airline made me do another at the airport! It was beyond stupid - I think the airline staff was confused and my other tests were within the right timeframe - but I did it anyway at JFK before my final flight. Thankfully I don't need it for Spain this time!If the flights are all on one ticket, then the timing is from when your first flight from San Diego boards.
Yes, I'm sure. This is from the Portuguese website:Are you sure about this? When I travelled to Spain, they wanted it timed with arrival in Spain. Is Portugal different? I went to 2 different places to ensure I got the results from one of the tests on time. But then it was harder to find rapid PCR tests. I think I used Walgreens for one - can't remember but maybe CVS for the other. Then I got to the airport and the airline made me do another at the airport! It was beyond stupid - I think the airline staff was confused and my other tests were within the right timeframe - but I did it anyway at JFK before my final flight. Thankfully I don't need it for Spain this time!
Mandatory to present:
- A valid vaccination EU Digital COVID Certificate (with a complete vaccination schedule or with a complete vaccination schedule and a vaccine booster)
- Or a valid test or recovery EU Digital COVID Certificate,
- Or a valid vaccination certificate (with a complete vaccination schedule or a vaccine booster) or recovery certificate issued by a third country, under reciprocal conditions
- Or a negative RT-PCR Test (or similar NAAT test) - 72h before boarding, or
- Or a negative Laboratorial Rapid Antigen Test- 24h before boarding
Or 24 hours if you do a rapid antigen test.As mentioned previously, if your all your flights are on the same ticket, your Covid test must be no more than 72 hours before your first flight.
Portugal does not accept the US vaccine cards, so testing is required per the Portuguese government. However, I have read recent reports of it not being checked. It seems hit or miss, but always better to be prepared with the test results rather than be turned away at the gate.If you’re fully vaccinated, you really do not need a negative Covid test to enter Portugal by air but the airlines will require it before flying.
Thanks!Note that it says before boarding, not before arrival. Also note that a valid vaccination certificate only issued by countries with reciprocal conditions, of which the US is not one.
Who checks on land if the borders are open?As mentioned previously, if your all your flights are on the same ticket, your Covid test must be no more than 72 hours before your first flight.
If you’re fully vaccinated, you really do not need a negative Covid test to enter Portugal by air but the airlines will require it before flying.
If you enter Portugal by land, you’ll need a Covid test to get in.
As I understand, if you're walking across the border between France and Spain, there is virtually no one checking for anything. ie: SJPDP to Roncenvalles.Who checks on land if the borders are open?
Which airline where you on?I am a U.S. Citizen and just flew from JFK to Lisbon. I had to show my Passport and my COVID Vac card only to get where they check your passport in Lisbon. I had my booster shot on 1/23/2022. When I left JFK the airline checked my passport, COVID card, and Passenger Locator Form before I could get on the plane. I left JFK on April 20, 2022 and arrived on the 21st.
Just to be clear, are you saying that NO ONE in either the US or Portugal checked your negative Covid test? And you didn’t upload it to the airline site when checking in? If so, I am very surprised and like poles on planes, you apparently are the exception to a heavily-enforced rule. Perhaps the testing was NOT required back in January? Covid rules change regularly and travelers really need to follow current regulations versus those that are even just a few months old. For example, the passenger locator form is no longer required for Portugal, yet it was required for you.I am a U.S. Citizen and just flew from JFK to Lisbon. I had to show my Passport and my COVID Vac card only to get where they check your passport in Lisbon. I had my booster shot on 1/23/2022. When I left JFK the airline checked my passport, COVID card, and Passenger Locator Form before I could get on the plane. I left JFK on April 20, 2022 and arrived on the 21st.
If I read Delta’s and Portugal’s website correctly, it’s either a vaccination record OR a negative test. If you had the vaccination card, that may be why a test was required.I have never had a COVID-19 test. I received my original COVID-19 shots in 2021 and my booster In January 2022. I uploaded my Passport and COVID-19 shot record to Delta airlines as soon as I could check in online. I also filled out the Passenger Locater Form on line and sent it to Delta (note the PLF can’t be filled out more than 96 hours before your flight). Delta has a site within there website that lets you know what is required depending on Vac or not and where you are from and where you are going. When I got to JFK ii went to Delta service desk and they asked to see my passport, COVID-19 shot card and PLF, they want all three or won’t let you on plane. When we landed in Lisbon, the initial check was of your passport and COVID-19 shot card. They then let you go to customs (long line) and when I got to there he asked for passport and COVID-19 record card. Then asked where I was coming from (JFK) and how long I was staying in Lisbon; I said 3 days and got passport stamped and on my way. From deplane to luggage pick up 90 minutes most of which was waiting in line. I am spending sometimes. Portugal and the the Camino Norte on April 27, starting in Irun Spain
I think the test is required only for non vaccinated people. But who knows what the truth is on any given day.Just to be clear, are you saying that NO ONE in either the US or Portugal checked your negative Covid test? And you didn’t upload it to the airline site when checking in? If so, I am very surprised and like poles on planes, you apparently are the exception to a heavily-enforced rule. Perhaps the testing was NOT required back in January? Covid rules change regularly and travelers really need to follow current regulations versus those that are even just a few months old. For example, the passenger locator form is no longer required for Portugal, yet it was required for you.
Putting aside the U.S. vaccination card being accepted or not, the 24 hour negative antigen test is a significant change as I see it. The PCR tests, unless you pay a hefty price for the rapid PCR, leave an element of worry about whether one will get the result in time. The negative antigen test (though not as accurate) usually has a result in under a half hour. One step forward.I'm also planning to be tested, since the Portuguese government website still doesn't list the US as being on the list of countries with acceptable vaccine certificates.
The US consulate in Portugal now says this:
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COVID-19 Information
Last updated: January 24, 2023 The CDC’s Order requiring proof of vaccination for non-U.S. citizen nonimmigrants to travel to the United States is stillpt.usembassy.gov
Better to have the test and not need it than vice versa!
The option of a negative antigen test within 24 hours has been in place for months now.Putting aside the U.S. vaccination card being accepted or not, the 24 hour negative antigen test is a significant change as I see it. The PCR tests, unless you pay a hefty price for the rapid PCR, leave an element of worry about whether one will get the result in time. The negative antigen test (though not as accurate) usually has a result in under a half hour. One step forward.
The option of a negative antigen test within 24 hours has been in place for months now.
And rapid NAAT tests with results in a few hours are also available, and can be done within 72 hours.
Negative antigen test for leaving the US (not returning from Portugal to the US) are new to the TAP Portugal site.The option of a negative antigen test within 24 hours has been in place for months now.
And rapid NAAT tests with results in a few hours are also available, and can be done within 72 hours.
Yes, but it has been on the Portuguese government site for months. I consider the government site the most reliable, as the other sites only interpret what they read there.Negative antigen test for leaving the US (not returning from Portugal to the US) are new to the TAP Portugal site.
I'm flying TAP, so I am paying close attention the updates I'm getting from them. Of course, I am watching other reliable sources closely. And, yes, of course, as I mentioned, you can get a rapid NAAT test. That's generally a PCR where I am.
Yes, but it has been on the Portuguese government site for months. I consider the government site the most reliable, as the other sites only interpret what they read there.
I wish this was more clear. I'm about to spend $150 on a PCR test and it would be nice to save that money
Agreed! Im concerned about getting held up by TAP here in the US. And TAP’s site - and the updates they send/post- has not, until 4/22, included the antigen test as an option.I wish this was more clear. I'm about to spend $150 on a PCR test and it would be nice to save that money
I’ve seen a flew sites that list travel restrictions where PCR and rapid antigen are the only tests most countries accept. I did not see NAAT tests on there with the exception of Portugal (which would be nice). Have you seen something different? Thank you.If the flights are all on one ticket, then the timing is from when your first flight from San Diego boards.
I'm planning on getting a rapid NAAT test from Walgreens, because they give you the results within a few hours, and timing is 72 hours like the standard PCR test. Not all Walgreens do testing, but many do. It seems like they are only booking tests one week in advance.
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