Travel and Covid-19: Answers to your questions

The entry, exit, and transit requirements for each country may differ greatly. We invite you to check all travel requirements (Covid-19 test, vaccines,...) for the countries through which you are due to transit directly on TravelDoc.

Covid-19 test

Check the type of test to be performed and its validity period

Covid-19 vaccine

Check the approved vaccines and their validity requirements

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What are the travel requirements for domestic flights within France and for flights to/from Corsica?

For all other destinations, please review the travel requirements for your flight on TravelDoc.

I have a connection in Metropolitan France. Do I need to be tested or vaccinated?

If you are traveling to or from an international destination and have a connection in Metropolitan France, you must meet the conditions imposed by your destination country.

Please check TravelDoc for the latest information regarding your travel requirements.

Where can I find real-time information on the latest travel requirements?

The TravelDoc website provides the latest information on travel requirements around the world. Visit TravelDoc

I am not vaccinated. Can I still travel?

If you are not vaccinated, please make sure to check the travel documents required for your trip on TravelDoc, as rules of entry and exit vary from country to country. For flight to/from France, no test or vaccine is required.

What is "Ready to Fly"?

The free and time-saving "Ready to Fly" service allows you to upload all the required health documents for your travel before you arrive at the airport. If your booking is eligible for this service, you will receive an e-mail prompting you to upload your documents to our online platform a few days before your scheduled flight. You can download or print your boarding pass with “Ready to Fly” printed on it after your documents have been checked and approved. You will receive a notification with instructions if you are missing a document or if a document is incomplete. Learn more.

Can I reschedule my flight if I test positive for Covid-19?

You can reschedule your flight if you test positive for Covid-19 in the days leading up to your trip if you get in touch with our customer service team before your scheduled departure date.

Covid-19 tests

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When do I need to be tested to travel?

The validity period for Covid-19 tests is short: usually a few days before departure or arrival depending on the country. Visit TravelDoc to find out when to get tested before you travel. For more information on all domestic flights within France and flights to/from Corsica, please visit our FAQ on the health pass in France. Visit TravelDoc

How long is my test valid?

In most cases, the validity of a Covid-19 test is calculated based on:

The time and date of collection

The time and date of departure of the first flight of your trip.

However, exceptions are possible. Some countries calculate validity in days, not hours, or flight arrival rather than departure. Please visit TravelDoc to view the latest validity requirements for your trip.

Traveling on a connecting flight?

Please refer to the above information to calculate your test’s validity period. If different validity periods are required for each flight in your booking, the shortest validity period applies from the start of your trip. Visit TravelDoc

What type of Covid-19 test do I need for travel?

The type of Covid-19 test required varies by country. Visit TravelDoc to find out which test you will need to take before you travel. For more information on all domestic flights within France and flights to/from Corsica, please visit our FAQ on the health pass in France. Visit TravelDoc

Does my child need a Covid-19 test in order to travel? What are the age requirements?

Testing requirements for children depend on the destination country. Please consult TravelDoc to find out if your child needs to be tested for your trip. Visit TravelDoc

I've received my test result. What document do I need to show at the airport?

Some countries require a test certificate in digital or printed format, which may include a QR code. This certificate may be different from the result sent by your lab. Visit TravelDoc to verify which document to show at the airport. Visit TravelDoc

Does my test certificate need to be in a specific language?

Some countries accept a test certificate in English, others require it to be translated into the official language. See TravelDoc for more information. Visit TravelDoc

Vaccines against Covid-19

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I have been vaccinated against Covid-19. Do I still need to get tested before I leave?

Some countries exempt vaccinated travelers from having to show a negative Covid-19 test. Check with TravelDoc to see if this applies to you. Remember to check the validity requirements, the type of vaccine allowed and the minimum time required between the last injection and entry into the country. Visit TravelDoc

I have been vaccinated against Covid-19. Do I still need to observe a quarantine upon arrival?

Some countries exempt vaccinated travelers from quarantine upon arrival. Check with TravelDoc to see if this applies to you. Be sure to check the validity requirements, the type of vaccine allowed and the minimum time required between the last injection and entry. Visit TravelDoc

What vaccines are authorized for travel?

Authorized vaccines vary from country to country, as do their validity conditions and the minimum time required between the last injection and entry into the country. In addition, some countries require all travelers, even those who have been vaccinated, to take a Covid-19 test or to observe a quarantine upon arrival. See TravelDoc for more information. Visit TravelDoc