Travel to the states

ssmith6287 · 13-09-2021 12:52PM #1

Has anyone traveled or attempted to travel recently on an ESTA visa. Just wondering what are the checks here in Dublin. Fully aware they're not open to travel pretty much from the EU

Caranica · 13-09-2021 01:18PM

An ESTA is not a visa, it's a visa waiver.

Airlines are checking at the airport and then US immigration. Unless you qualify for one of the few exemptions you won't get through.

My friend has a green card and was home for a wedding. Had no problems at the airport but saw plenty of people having issues/being turned away at check in.

Fiyatoe · 15-09-2021 08:08AM

Have you a green card / citizenship to US?

We're going to cancel our trip scheduled for Christmas to Florida by mid October - as it really doesn't look like it's going to open to anyone.

Different travel agents and news articles remain hopeful that US borders will open for thanksgiving/Xmas, I think that's just travel industry propaganda to get people to continue booking, when in reality there's slim chances.

Cases aren't good there it seems and they've the lowest vaccination rate among G7 countries.

benny79 · 15-09-2021 08:12AM

Really? Thats shocking taught the states were flying it and dint really care if you were vaccinated or not once you get a test! Isn't Florida not even recognising the vaccine? Im meant to be going to Florida the end of Jan on a golfing trip. What are the chances of this happening?

Fiyatoe · 15-09-2021 08:29AM

not sure about january, but at the moment you definitely can't enter USA unless you're a citizen, have a work visa or a few other exemptions I'm not sure about.

Keep up to date with the latest news on the USA customs/border website.

Believe me I've looked into it , this was a trip of a lifetime for us so we're devastated!

benny79 · 15-09-2021 09:14AM

Yeah ares is a trip of a lifetime too One of the lads travels alot to the states for work too. Bit of a joke since Americans are allowed travel here!

lonestargirl · 15-09-2021 09:15PM

I've travelled twice on an ESTA (I'm exempt from the proclamation). They are very thorough! I went to secondary both times and had my supporting documents examined. Very pleasant though and no issues as I had all that I need. I did see people turned away both times, not a hope you would get it if you shouldn't.

Atlantic Dawn · 15-09-2021 09:29PM

The next travel update is next Tuesday 21st. Another option is go via an approved third country like Canada or Mexico, spent 14 days there before entering US, expensive but an option.

Boris Johnson visiting US same day, lets hope that's a possible date for change.

Fiyatoe · 16-09-2021 10:34AM

thanks atlantic dawn, great info. We're going to reserve 2 accomms in dubai & Lanzarote on booking . com anyway so we're prepared if America is still not opened by October.

Creamy Goodness · 16-09-2021 10:38AM

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/117897389#Comment_117897389

Curious as to where you got the 21st date from? Not questioning it just wondering as I'm due to head to a family wedding in October and had planned to cancel the trip on the 22nd.

endofrainbow · 19-09-2021 10:43AM

Latest indicators are it won't be until U.S. midterm elections. Can't see it opening before Jan/Feb..

Huge spike in infections post Thanksgiving and Christmas last year . So probably New Year at least before decisions will be made.

ssmith6287 · 20-09-2021 09:11AM

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/117898778#Comment_117898778

They are looking at the Canada and Mexico land border on 21st. My feeling is if that stays closed then there is little hope for Ire/UK/Schengen to travel. Im supposed to go over for Oct 28 for the Rugby but Im looking to change it for Feb. Hopefully there's a bit of cop on by then. They allow most of the world in, just not the most vaccinated countries

Creamy Goodness · 20-09-2021 09:20AM

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/117914055#Comment_117914055

Appreciate the response, yeah it's a bit non-sensical tbh, head to Glendalough or Powerscourt on any given day here and you'll bump into a good few Americans (well not bump, you'll hear them before you bump into them). It's super frustrating.

brownbinman · 20-09-2021 01:33PM

"Breaking news: Vaccinated passengers will be able to travel to the US from the EU and UK from November onwards, the Biden administration will announce on Monday, in a major diplomatic victory for Brussels and London"

According to the FT https://www.ft.com/content/ed63aca3-baf7-4e6c-90bb-5630cef34c01

Caranica · 20-09-2021 04:09PM

Confirmed but no details on what vaccines, bearing in mind AZ isn't licensed in the US. Also still that vague "early November"

maeve99 · 20-09-2021 04:16PM

Not to go off topic but I just have to say it's ironic how America only implemented serious entry bans after Trump's exit out of the oval office. Failed to do it in his four years and COVID seems to have made it possible.

Caranica · 20-09-2021 06:41PM

Trump brought in the ban???

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/117916355#Comment_117916355

Atlantic Dawn · 21-09-2021 01:53AM

Looking at a trip later in the year, it's gone up by about €100 since lunchtime. It's a complete gamble as to what to do next, wait until more flights are assigned to the same routes and prices perhaps drop or go as is.

Humour Me · 21-09-2021 02:55AM

I would be checking if my travel insurance will cover any medical expenses/ travel expenses due to COVID before I would book any flights. Nightmare scenario, you test positive over there and end up with a medical bill that your insurance won’t cover.

ssmith6287 · 21-09-2021 06:43AM

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/117916926#Comment_117916926

He did but got rid of it before he left. Biden reintroduced it in Jan

Im sickened my flights were booked for 28 Oct. If they open on Nov 1st I will prob have a little cry

ssmith6287 · 24-09-2021 10:35AM

Any way rebooked trip for feb so this thread can be closed if you wish

Conversations 3 · 26-11-2021 10:51AM

https://www.letsgetchecked.ie/pre-flight-fit-to-fly-covid-19-test/?imp=cpc&gclid=CjwKCAiAqIKNBhAIEiwAu_ZLDhVaw0khN8WtXHu2xqu9o7JWEeFsdaZGxeU8VtAM2f-jeQl5xdI9OBoCAIAQAvD_BwE

Anyone traveling over in December?

Going to use this crowd to get the PCR test, has anyone used them:

Kerry25x · 26-11-2021 11:48AM

Anyone know if you need a PCR test to transit through an American airport?

niallo32 · 26-11-2021 02:47PM

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118225851#Comment_118225851

Only an Antigen is needed. I transited through Boston from Canada on Wednesday

Kerry25x · 26-11-2021 04:30PM

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118227178#Comment_118227178

Brilliant, thanks.

Atlantic Dawn · 26-11-2021 10:45PM

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118225512#Comment_118225512

If the test isn't real-time supervised it won't be accepted, doesn't appear to be supervised looking at the steps on their website.

This from CDC...

The testing procedure must include a telehealth service affiliated with the manufacturer of the test that provides real-time supervision remotely through an audio and video connection. Some FDA-authorized self-tests that include a telehealth service may require a prescription.

https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/travelers/testing-international-air-travelers.html

27-11-2021 12:21PM

The antigen test at Randox is €35 euro and is sufficient.

The only other at home kits that satisfy the CDC or US travel authorities is the Binax NOW (w/telehealth). I brought some things back to my house in Ireland including a test kit and used it for my return.

Atlantic Dawn · 27-11-2021 11:06PM

Is there full compatibility with the VeriFLY App for both testing companies at Dublin Airport? I can't see any mention of it on their webpages.

https://booking.randox.ie/

https://rocdochealthcheck.ie/

28-11-2021 01:15PM

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118233968#Comment_118233968

Yes. You will get a PDF which is your results/certificate and you can upload that as proof.

Conversations 3 · 30-11-2021 02:48PM

Will the antigen tests at a local pharmacy be sufficient for entry to the USA?

They are done in store and you get an EU covid certificate for verification.

30-11-2021 08:00PM

I think so. As long as you can verify the result and that it's not one your performed yourself, I'd say you are grand.

Travel to the states

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