Random Covid testing at Santiago Airport

[penguingirl25]

Hello, To anyone who has traveled to Santiago since January 1st, what has your experience been with the random covid testing upon arrival? We are curious as to how "random" it is. We are flying very soon and have been laying low at home so not be be exposed. We will be masking at the airport and on our flight too. Any observations/experiences are appreciated. Thank you!

[penguingirl25]

Hello, To anyone who has traveled to Santiago since January 1st, what has your experience been with the random covid testing upon arrival? We are curious as to how "random" it is. We are flying very soon and have been laying low at home so not be be exposed. We will be masking at the airport and on our flight too. Any observations/experiences are appreciated. Thank you!

[chaunceyb]

Chilean travel restrictions have been lifted. On October 1st, the requirements to enter Chile were updated. Now, at the time of embarking to Chile, the person must comply with the following:

• U.S. Citizens can enter Chile with government-issued identification and a vaccination certificate issued by the country in which they were vaccinated.
• Unvaccinated travelers must present a negative PCR test taken within a maximum of 48 hours at their last point of departure prior to their arrival in Chile.
• Only Chilean nationals (including dual nationals) returning from abroad will be randomly tested at the airport upon arrival.
• Proof of Health Insurance is no longer required.  However, it is recommended to travel with health insurance that has coverage for SARS CoV 2 (COVID19).  Please keep in mind that Medicare will not provide medical coverage in Chile.
• Masks are no longer required, except inside medical facilities (clinics, hospitals, laboratories, etc.).
• Meanwhile, those who are under 18 years of age do not have any requirements to enter Chile.

[penguingirl25]

Hi chauncyb,

 

Now I just read as of today, January 18th on the chile.travel page it says:  Wondering how this will work.

 

• Everybody may be subjected to a Covid test upon arrival. If the passenger refuses or obtains a positive result, they must carry out mandatory quarantine for 5 days at a sanitary residence.

 

 

[chaunceyb]

I guess we can all hope that they don't pull us for the random test when we arrive!🙂