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2022 Covid Blog: Template

  • Publish Date Published on February 9, 2022
  • Post Author by HumanitarianXP Team

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COVID Travel Requirements:
Location Name

Requirements at a glance…

  • Type of tests needed before departure: PCR
  • When to take your tests: 48 hours before departure of international flight
  • Other pre-departure tasks: Builders must bring international medical insurance for COVID-19, and upload your PCR test to your Builder portal
  • Testing in Country: No testing required when you arrive in country. You will take a rapid-antigen test before returning to the US which costs $60 USD and which you must pay for on your builder portal before departure.

Keep reading for more important details:

We know you’ve probably had a few questions about COVID-19 testing before and during your trip. This blog will help answer those questions, and outline exactly when to take your COVID test before you leave.

Should I quarantine before I go?

We strongly suggest that you self-quarantine one week prior to your trip to help ensure a negative test result. If you do test positive, or do not receive a negative test result in time, we will do our best to put you on a later trip, but there is no guarantee this will be possible. You would need to pay for your new trip in full and there would be no refund for the original trip you were scheduled on.

Do I need to get tested before I leave?

 Is a Covid test required?

 If so, PCR or rapid?

When should I take my test?

IMPORTANT! Please read this section VERY carefully. If you fail to test at the correct time, you could be blocked from entering. We have carefully outlined your specific window for testing, so that you won’t have any issues upon arrival.

If test needed, how many hours in advance do they need to take the Covid test? 

Is this the number of hours before departure or arrival in country?

Where should I take my test?

You’re welcome to get tested anywhere that provides approved tests: pharmacies, doctor’s offices, testing companies, etc. For same day testing options, refer to the link below:

https://humanitarianxp.slack.com/files/U71G1NLFN/F023K7XHML1/covid-19_testing

Three things to know ahead for your Covid test:

1.    Make sure to check ahead and know how quickly results will be returned so you have enough time for them to arrive before departure.

2.    Most testing locations are by appointment only. Make sure to find out how far ahead you can schedule your appointment, so you can take your test at your preferred time.

3.    Most companies email you a PDF of your results. Make sure to give them your correct email address so your results make it to your inbox where you can then download and print it out before you leave.

If I get a positive test result before my trip, can I get a refund?

As stated when you registered, there will be no refund for your current trip if you test positive or are unable to acquire a negative result before departure. (See our Covid Response Page for more information).

Will I have to take any more COVID tests once I’m on my trip?

Is a Covid Test required upon arrival?

To return home, is a rapid or PCR test required?

COVID Vaccine Requirements?

The Covid-19 vaccine is required for all 2022 HXP participants. You will need to bring your physical vaccine card with you on your trip. Do not laminate or modify your vaccine card in any way.

If you are not fully vaccinated or bring a counterfeit vaccine card you will not be allowed on your HXP trip. 

Is vaccine booster required? If so, what are the requirements?

What type of vaccines are allowed?

Are there any other COVID requirements?

 Is there a health form that is required? If so, add link here 

Is there a vaccine form or app? If so, enter here.

If you have been in another country in the last 14 days are you allowed to enter? List restricted countries here:  

Are masks required? What kind of masks? 

Any other entry restrictions?

Please print your COVID test results before your trip. Talk to your Trip Leader if you have any issues printing your results.

What happens if I test positive while on my trip?

If you test positive for COVID-19 while on your trip, you will be required to quarantine at your own expense . We recommend obtaining health insurance to cover this potential cost, in case you test positive while in-country. 

How might gathering restrictions impact my trip?

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You’ve got this!

Now take a deep breath. We know it seems like a lot to figure out, but there really are a lot of good testing options available this year. If you take the time now to make a plan for your COVID-19 tests, everything will run smoothly, and we’ll have you out serving on your trip without any issues.

With love,

Your HXP Team