Starting November 30, 2021, fully vaccinated Canadians who have left the country within 72 ... [+] hours will not be required to undergo a negative PCR test.
The Canadian government announced today that starting from November 30, 2021, fully vaccinated Canadians who leave and re-enter the country within 72 hours of leaving Canada will not be required to undergo pre-entry molecular testing. Previously, no matter how short the travel time, all travelers had to provide negative test results.
The press release stated that “this exemption applies only to fully vaccinated Canadian citizens, permanent residents, or individuals registered under the Indian Act, who leave and re-enter from Canada by land or air, and can prove that they Has been out of Canada for less than 72 hours. This exemption applies to accompanying children under the age of 12 and individuals with medical contraindications to vaccination. Also effective from November 30, 2021, Canada will expand the Covid-19 vaccine that travelers can get A list to consider fully vaccinated for travel to Canada. The list will include Sinopharm, Kovacin and Kovacin, matching the World Health Organization’s emergency use list."
“Health and safety will always be at the forefront of any decision our government makes in the fight against Covid-19. The upcoming changes in Canadian border inspection and entry requirements reflect the next phase of our government’s approach as we work with Canada In keeping with the increasing vaccination rates around the world. The situation at our borders is still being closely monitored, and officials and experts will continue to work to evaluate the measures implemented and make necessary adjustment recommendations as needed,” said Jean-Yves, Minister of Health. · Duclos (Jean-Yves Duclos) said.
Canada will no longer require a negative PCR test requirement for shorter cross-border travel to the United States. [+]
The Canadian government also announced that starting from January 15, 2022, certain travel groups currently exempt from entry requirements can only enter the country after they are fully vaccinated with approved vaccines. These groups include:
After January 15, 2022, foreigners who have not been vaccinated or partially vaccinated can enter Canada only if they meet the limited exception criteria, which are applicable to certain groups, such as agricultural and food processing workers, seafarers, and foreigners. Compassionate people entering the country, new permanent residents, resettled refugees and some children under the age of 18. Travelers who are not vaccinated will continue to undergo testing, quarantine and other entry requirements. Non-exempt foreigners who have not been vaccinated or partially vaccinated will be barred from entering Canada.
Canada will no longer require a negative PCR test requirement for shorter cross-border travel to the United States. [+]
"Require foreigners to be fully vaccinated is another important layer of protection at the border. Many foreign nationals and international students who arrive in Canada have been fully vaccinated, and the measures announced today will help ensure that Canadians will return to economic reopening and international travel. We will still be protected from Covid-19,” said Sean Fraser, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Refugees. Country of Citizenship
Starting November 30th, vaccinations are required for travel within and outside Canada. Effective Covid-19 molecular testing will no longer be accepted as an alternative to vaccination unless the traveler is eligible for one of the limited exemptions, such as the inability to get the vaccine. Starting from November 30th, passengers should contact their airline or railway company to obtain the necessary forms and submit them in accordance with their carrier’s approval procedures.
The press release continued, “The Canadian government’s response to the Covid-19 pandemic will continue to prioritize the health and safety of Canadians. With changes in vaccination levels, number of cases, and hospitalization rates, the Canadian government will continue to consider further measures at the border. Targeted measures-and when to cancel or adjust these measures-to ensure the safety of Canadians."