Since the peak of the Omicron virus in the Philippines around late January until the end of February 2022, more areas in the country have been placed and maintained under the lowest alert level 1. This finally gave society as a whole a chance to breathe and relax—literally—because people from different age groups are now allowed to go out and do the things that they normally would before the pandemic such as al fresco dining, hanging out with friends and family, etc., all while observing proper health precautions, of course.
With lockdowns and quarantine periods lifted, traveling whether locally or internationally immediately became the most common purpose for testing. If you’re planning to visit these top 5 countries in the following list, make sure you get to submit the testing requirements specified under each country as they are in accordance with their respective COVID-19 protocols.
1. Japan
Negative RT-PCR test results valid within 72 hours prior to departure
Certificate of inspection or Certificate of Testing for COVID-19 within 72 hours prior to departure
If the passenger is unable to submit the certificate, they will not be allowed to enter Japan based on Quarantine Law
2. South Korea
Negative rapid antigen test result from any DOH-accredited laboratories taken and with results issued within 24 hours prior to departure; or
Negative RT-PCR test results from any DOH-accredited laboratories valid within 48 hours prior to departure
Korean passport holders who have recently recovered from COVID-19 but still test positive in the RT-PCR test may be allowed to board by presenting the following:
Korean passport
Valid medical certificate with the date of confirmation of COVID-19 (must be within 10-40 days prior to departure) issued by authorized medical or quarantine authorities
Effective June 08, 2022, overseas entrants to the Republic of Korea, regardless of vaccination history, are exempted from undergoing mandatory quarantine
3. New Zealand
Negative RT-PCR test results valid within 72 hours prior to departure
4. Canada
Recognized Proof of Vaccination
Negative RT-PCR test results conducted within 72 hours before the initial scheduled time of departure
Travelers that fit the description below are no longer required to present a negative COVID-19 test result:
Unvaccinated children from ages 5 to 11 that are accompanied by a fully vaccinated parent or guardian
All fully vaccinated travelers
Effective February 08, 2022, travelers going to Canada will now have an option to present a negative rapid antigen test result or a negative self-administered test (provided they are observed by an authorized entity, the results are verified, and the requirements noted above are followed) taken the day prior to their scheduled departure
Written electronic documentation of a prior COVID positive test conducted between 11-180 days before the initial scheduled time of departure
5. Taiwan
Negative RT-PCR test results from DOH-accredited laboratories valid within 48 hours before departure
*All guidelines are taken from Philippine Airlines as of June 27, 2022. Check more details here.
RT-PCR, Rapid Antigen, and other types of COVID tests are available at ISPS. Whether or not it’s for employment or travel, we want to help make testing easier for you hence we listed down the current testing requirements of the aforementioned countries.
Other testing purposes include regular checkup on one’s health status; it is highly important, especially if there is a show of common symptoms. If you already had a history of being infected with COVID-19, undergoing testing can help validate if you caught the disease again so you can take the necessary actions as early as possible.
For those who are too swamped with errands, school, or work from morning to afternoon and can’t squeeze a quick testing schedule in the middle of the day, don’t fret because ISPS has a new clinic schedule. From our usual 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., we extended our operating hours until 9:00 p.m. to accommodate more clients, especially those in the QC area. You can now get tested in our clinic early in the night or late in the evening hassle-free!
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