CDC Issues Negative COVID-19 Test Result Requirement
All air passengers arriving from outside the United States will now be required to have a negative COVID-19 test, not more than 3 days old, before they are allowed to board the plane. This applies to all passengers, including US citizens.
Be sure you understand this requirement, and find a place to have it done, before arriving at the airport.
While this may be difficult to do when you have a full schedule, you will need to take the time to do this, so make sure you schedule it in.
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