The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has updated recommendations for Covid testing for cruise ship travel. It is recommending cruisers get tested for Covid-19 within two days before boarding, which is a shorter period than previously advised.
Vaccinated passengers should get a PCR or rapid antigen test within two days of boarding or be tested on the day of embarkation when available.
The new guidance says unvaccinated passengers are required to get a PCR test within three days of boarding a ship, as well as a PCR or antigen test on the day of embarkation
A PCR or antigen test is also required before disembarking. As a result of the new guidance, several cruise lines have amended their policies.
