Pre-Flight COVID-19 PCR Testing

Pre-Flight COVID-19 PCR Testing

Whether it’s for business or pleasure, traveling abroad in the current climate is a very difficult and complicated task. Not only are there travel bans and restrictions all over the world, even the countries that are allowing flight travel obligate travelers to provide a negative Coronavirus test result taken in the past 72 hours.

Considering the effect of the pandemic on most hospital and clinic capacities, obtaining a Coronavirus test right now can prove challenging. That’s why at My Concierge MD, we offer pre-flight COVID testing with fast results. Based in Beverly Hills, our medical office provides COVID-19 testing services to people who are seeking a rapid test result prior to flight travel. We have two drive-thru locations setup to conveniently meet your testing needs. Please use our online scheduling app to schedule your test today.

Countries requiring a negative Coronavirus test result

Before booking your flight tickets, it is crucial for you to check the laws and regulations of the country you’re heading to. Different destinations have specific laws regarding COVID-19 testing and quarantine periods for travelers. Some countries test travelers upon arrival at the airport, others ask for test results taken within 72 hours before boarding the flight. It’s important that you go through your destination’s specific set of rules before booking flight tickets. Some airlines and countries accept a RT-PCR test only, while others will accept a rapid antigen test. Our team can provide you the needed documentation for both.

Countries that require travelers to provide a negative coronavirus test result taken in the last 72 hours include: (Please verify with your airline)

Some of the aforementioned countries, such as Germany and Iceland, offer COVID testing services on arrival, providing travelers with polymerase chain reaction (PCR) test results at the airport.

For more detailed information about flight regulations regarding COVID pandemic, check out this guide issued by United Airlines.

China & Hong Kong Travel Documents For COVID

We have all the documents needed for travel to Asia, Hong Kong and

Countries That Are Requiring A Negative COVID-19 Test Within 7 days Of Arrival

Please verify with your airline if the timeline has changed

China & Hong Kong Travel Documents For COVID

We have all the documentations needed for Asian countries and can prepare them for you for travel along with your negative RT-PCR test.

24-hour RT-PCR test for Coronavirus

With most airlines and airports requiring a negative result for Coronavirus PCR test performed withIN 72 hours of your flight, it can be hassle to schedule and find a testing center before your flight. With most clinics approving testing only for symptomatic people, your search for a COVID test before your flight will not be easy. At My Concierge MD, we offer rapid PCR testing for COVID-19 so you can head to the airport fully prepared. We typically are able to provide RT-PCR results within 24 hours. At times it can take up to 48 hours to get results.

Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) Test

The Coronavirus PCR test, also known as a nasal swab or mouth swab test is carried out by inserting a thin cotton swab inside of your nose or mouth to collect the specimen sample. The sample is safely stored then sent to a laboratory to be tested for Coronavirus RNA. Your RT-PCR test results are typically ready within 24 hours or less but it may take up to 48 hours. Once you receive your Coronavirus negative results are out, our clinic will provide you with a fit-to-fly certificate or any of the documentations needed prior to travel. Our health certificates and documents will enable you to go through the airport and board your flight successfully. It is also used as proof to exempt you from the 14-day quarantine period enforced by many countries.

It is very important to establish yourself as Coronavirus negative before taking any flights so that you don’t put others at risk. To find out more about our COVID testing services for travelers, call us on 877-760-3558.