All travelers to the U.S. must show proof of a negative COVID-19 test taken 1 day before departure (or proof of recovery) regardless of citizenship or vaccination status.
Travel requirements vary depending on where you’re from and your vaccination status:
See more: Covid 19 flight rules
U.S. citizen / legal permanent resident
- Proof of negative test taken 1 day before departure or proof of recovery from COVID-19
- Attestation related to proof of negative test or recovery
Non-U.S. citizen
- Proof of vaccine
- Proof of negative test taken 1 day before departure or proof of recovery from COVID-19
- Attestation related to proof of negative test or proof of exception
Testing is not required for children under 2 years old.
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Vaccinations are not required for children under 18 years old.
Keep in mind, you won’t be allowed to board the plane and cannot fly without showing proof of a negative test that meets Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) requirements or documentation of recovery.
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If you’re a non-U.S. citizen, you must also have proof of vaccination to fly, unless you qualify for an exception.
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Approval for medical exceptions
Non-U.S. citizens that qualify for a medical exception must contact Special Assistance at least 72 hours before departure for approval. You must also provide a signed doctor’s note confirming your medical contraindication to the vaccine.
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- Contact Special Assistance
Data privacy and how your information will be used
We collect your personal data in accordance with applicable laws and regulations, including certain data related to COVID-19 and your health status during the pandemic. For more information about how we process your data, please read our privacy policy.
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