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Posted: Sun Jul 25, 2021 11:55pm
SMG wrote on Sun Jul 25, 2021 11:31pm:
I took my own test with me. Livingcare are highly recommended. Very efficient and easy to do.
Pharmacies and clinics were running out of tests and people had to make alternative arrangements for flights home as it had been left to the last minute to walk in
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https://travel.livingcare.co.uk/product/virtual-lateral-flow-test/
thank you so much for your response and recommendation x
Posted: Mon Jul 26, 2021 10:05am
We had our antigen tests done at Policlinica Omega. Highly recommend them.
Next to the BARC charity shop.
Same day results and English is spoken. In fact the nurse that does the tests is English.
Make an appointment though to ensure they have the resources to do the test when you need it.
Posted: Mon Jul 26, 2021 11:35pm
Brian D54 wrote on Mon Jul 26, 2021 10:05am:
We had our antigen tests done at Policlinica Omega. Highly recommend them.
Next to the BARC charity shop.
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Same day results and English is spoken. In fact the nurse that does the tests is English.
Make an appointment though to ensure they have the resources to do the test when you need it.
thank you so much I just have one question does the antigen test need to be done within 72 or 48 hours before departure? only asking as I've read 2 different things and want to be sure we don't correct as we depart 1pm Sunday
thank you again in advance
Posted: Tue Jul 27, 2021 8:16am
imiller wrote on Mon Jul 26, 2021 11:35pm:
thank you so much I just have one question does the antigen test need to be done within 72 or 48 hours before departure? only asking as I've read 2 different things and want to be sure we don't correct as we depart 1pm Sunday
thank you again in advance
Its 72 hours. But book your test for Friday as I'm not sure if they open on a Saturday.
Posted: Fri Sep 17, 2021 11:14am
Can I take my own NHS test with me for return (I have 2) or will I have to pay? I have got to say I am very confused by the whole thing!!
My flight leaves at 12.20 pm what would be the best time to arrive at Gatwick to get everthing done, thanks
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Posted: Fri Sep 17, 2021 11:27am
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Ireneandharry20 wrote on Fri Sep 17, 2021 11:14am:
Can I take my own NHS test with me for return (I have 2) or will I have to pay? I have got to say I am very confused by the whole thing!!
My flight leaves at 12.20 pm what would be the best time to arrive at Gatwick to get everthing done, thanks
Hi Irene and Harry,
No, you're not allowed to bring the free NHS tests with you. You can pay for an Antigen test from a UK provider, such as Boots, and bring it with you to take within the 72 hours before your departure time from Spain. You also need to book and pay for the Day 2 PCR test, which will be delivered to your UK address for when you arrive home. However, the Government is due to announce changes today to the country classifications and testing required for travel to and from each, with a suggestion that the Day 2 test may be abolished, so watch this space.
Kind regards,
Kim
Posted: Fri Sep 17, 2021 11:29am
Kimmy11 wrote on Fri Sep 17, 2021 11:27am:
Hi Irene and Harry,
No, you're not allowed to bring the free NHS tests with you. You can pay for an Antigen test from a UK provider, such as Boots, and bring it with you to take within the 72 hours before your departure time from Spain. You also need to book and pay for the Day 2 PCR test, which will be ...
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...delivered to your UK address for when you arrive home. However, the Government is due to announce changes today to the country classifications and testing required for travel to and from each, with a suggestion that the Day 2 test may be abolished, so watch this space.
Kind regards,
Kim
thanks
Posted: Fri Sep 17, 2021 5:23pm
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Ireneandharry20 wrote on Fri Sep 17, 2021 11:14am:
Can I take my own NHS test with me for return (I have 2) or will I have to pay? I have got to say I am very confused by the whole thing!!
My flight leaves at 12.20 pm what would be the best time to arrive at Gatwick to get everthing done, thanks
Living care provide an antigen test for return to the UK for £25 which you do yourself and upload to get the certificate.Very reliable efficient company. Well recommended
you are safe as you don't need any tests to enter Spain or the UK I'VE just come back from Spain and sailed through with customs only checking my Passport, so don' t worry, have a good time!!
Posted: Sat Oct 8, 2022 5:34pm
Jack58 wrote on Sat Oct 8, 2022 5:11pm:
you are safe as you don't need any tests to enter Spain or the UK I'VE just come back from Spain and sailed through with customs only checking my Passport, so don' t worry, have a good time!!
Not quite true. You don't need a test or proof of vaccination to enter the UK. To enter Spain, you either need to be fully vaccinated or have a negative test. However, Jack58 is right in that the health controls at the airport are very random and you are most likely to be able to walk straight through. To avoid problems have either your covid vaccine record or a negative test result with you when you travel.
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