Coronavirus Testing Information

Departures Testing

• RT PCR (Reverse-Transcription Polymerase Chain Reaction)

  The RT PCR test is one of the most common forms of COVID-19 testing. A sample is taken by swab and results usually take between 3 - 48 hours depending which provider and option you choose.

• Rapid Antigen

  This test is an option for entry into certain countries. A sample is taken by either swab or saliva and the results take less than 1 hour.

• Antibody

  The Antibody test is currently required for entry into certain countries. It is used to tell if a traveller has come into contact with COVID-19 previously. A blood sample is taken and it takes under 60 minutes to get results.

Arrivals Testing

• Fully Vaccinated Day 2

  A RT PCR (Reverse-Transcription Polymerase Chain Reaction) test taken on or before day 2. The RT PCR test is one of the most common forms of COVID-19 testing, during which a sample is taken by swab and results take up to 48 hours. You must quarantine until a negative result is received.

• Unvaccinated Day 2 and 8

  The Unvaccinated day 2 and 8 package comprises two RT PCR (Reverse-Transcription Polymerase Chain Reaction) tests, one on or before day 2 and one on or after day 8. The RT PCR test is one of the most common forms of COVID-19 testing, during which a sample is taken by swab and results take up to 48 hours. You must quarantine for 10 days, even if your results are negative, unless you also take a day 5 Test to Release test.

• Test to Release

  The Government’s Test to Release scheme is available to opt in, whereby an additional day 5 test is purchased. The day 5 test allows early release from quarantine upon a negative result.