The U.S. lifted the COVID-19 test requirement for air travelers entering the country on June 12, 2022. Since that date, travelers to the U.S. are no longer required to show a negative COVID-19 test result before boarding their flight to the United States. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) officially ended this pre-departure testing order as the country shifted to a new phase of managing COVID-19 with widespread vaccination and treatments available.
In summary:
- The COVID-19 test requirement for air travelers entering the U.S. was rescinded effective June 12, 2022.
- Travelers no longer need to show a negative COVID-19 test or proof of recovery before boarding their flight to the U.S.
- The CDC continues to recommend travelers get tested close to departure and avoid travel if sick, but it is not mandatory.
Therefore, the U.S. has already lifted the COVID-19 test requirement for entry as of June 2022.
