U.K. Visitors Must Test Negative For COVID Before Traveling To U.S.

Air travelers from the UK to the US must test negative for COVID-19 before boarding. The CDC emphasizes this measure to protect public health amid reports of a new, more transmissible variant in the UK. Although this variant is not considered more dangerous or resistant to vaccines, several countries have banned UK flights. The US has reduced UK travel by 90% since March. A potential new variant in Nigeria is noted, but no US travel restrictions are in place for Nigeria.

What is the new requirement for travelers from Britain to the US?

• They must quarantine for 14 days upon arrival.

• They need to test negative for COVID-19 before boarding.

• They must provide proof of vaccination.

• They need to have a travel insurance policy.

What is the main concern about the new variant of the coronavirus found in the UK?

• It is more lethal than other variants.

• It causes different symptoms.

• It is more transmissible than other variants.

• It is resistant to current vaccines.

What is the stance of health experts regarding the new UK variant?

• It requires immediate travel bans worldwide.

• There is no need for alarm as it is not more lethal.

• It is likely to evade current vaccines.

• It is more dangerous than the original virus.

What action have several countries taken in response to the new UK variant?

• Increased vaccine production.

• Banned flights from the UK.

• Closed all international borders.

• Implemented nationwide lockdowns.

What is the current US policy regarding travel from Nigeria?

• Travel is banned from Nigeria.

• Travelers must quarantine upon arrival.

• Travelers need to test negative before departure.

• No travel restrictions have been issued.