Travelers to U.S. Will Have to Show Proof of Negative COVID Test

Wednesday, 13 January 2021 05:11

By Tami Jeanneret

While the border closure has been extended until Feb. 21st, Canadians can still travel by plane to the U.S.

While the Canada U.S border closure has been extended until February 21st, Canadians can still travel by plane to the U.S.

But starting January 26th, foreign travelers who fly to the states will have to show proof of a negative COVID-19 test.

The Centres for Disease Control announcing the new rule yesterday.

The new measure also applies to U.S. citizens who are returning home from another country.

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