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Covid-19 Testing for Travel Vancouver PCR and Rapid Antigen

Private COVID-19 PCR and Rapid Antigen Test for Travel, Cruise and Workplace

Your One-Stop for Travel COVID-19 PCR (RT-PCR/NAAT) or Rapid Antigen Testing YVR

* Rapid antigen test results in as little as 15 minutes (results can take up to 2 hours) 
* We provide required documents for Hawaii, Hong Kong and Japan (additional costs)
* QR code available (additional costs)
* PCR (RT-PCR/NAAT) test results can take up to 24-48 hours
* Same Day PCR test results available for additional fee * Results emailed same day before 11:59pm *  (Must book appointment before 3pm weekdays and 12pm Saturdays; Not available Sundays)
* Rapid Antigen Self-Test Travel Kits available for purchase at our locations  Learn more!

Competitive Pricing

Rapid antigen test:

Metro Vancouver (Lower Mainland):
   $70 + GST (Limited Time Promo Price)

Victoria (Vancouver Island):
   $99 + GST

Recovery Letter:

    $99 + GST

PCR nasal test:

Metro Vancouver (Lower Mainland):
   Next Day* – $195 – 295 + GST
* $195 between 8am-3pm; $295 between 3pm-8pm
* Must book appointment before 3pm weekdays and 12pm Saturdays; Not available Sundays

Victoria (Vancouver Island):
   $195 + GST

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Travel Regulations

Not sure which COVID-19 test or when to take the test for the country of destination?
Please check with IATA Travel Regulations Map for current restrictions and testing requirements.
(please note this is only a tool and a suggestion for travel regulations which changes constantly. It is recommended to check with your airlines or country of destination for current travel regulations)

Flexible appointments

Quick and Safe

We schedule the appointment so there is minimal wait times. They are spaced out to provide a safe environment with all staff required to wear Personal Protective Equipment.

Dependant on your Travel date

We will schedule your Covid-19 testing to coincide with the country of destination requirements (please double check with airlines as requirements changes often).

COVID-19 Testing for Travel

At our testing site we are only able to provide COVID-19 Testing for Travel only. You must be asymptomatic (showing no signs of illness) to enter our testing site. We are accredited by the College of Physicians and Surgeons of BC under the Diagnostic Accreditation Program (DAP).

Workplace safety testing

We provide in-clinic for workplace and organizations like film/production and mining. We also provide off-site COVID-19 testing any where in Metro Vancouver . Group discount is provided depending on the number of individuals. Please call us to discuss the details or outside of Metro Vancouver.

Questions?

How does it work?

3 Easy Steps!

Book Online

Book online using our easy to use and secure booking system. Once you fill out the forms and provide payment, your booking will be confirmed via e-mail/text.

Covid-19 Testing

Arrive at our clinic and finalize payment before a quick COVID-19 PCR swab or rapid antigen test by one of our qualified staff. PCR swabs will be sent same day to the lab for testing.

E-mail Results

In 12 to 48 hours, we will receive your lab results. Once we receive the results we will send the result, along with a letter from one of our Doctors to confirm a negative or positive result. (rapid test will be same day) Happy Travels!

Covid 19 negative

PCR testing

Nucleic acid-based testing (NAAT), also known as PCR, RT-PCR or molecular testing. This test is the gold standard used to diagnose COVID-19 infection and is the most widely accepted test for travel.

Our Clinic

COVID-19 PCR testing and rapid antigen testing facility for asymptomatic patients for travel and workplace safety. All our locations are accredited facilities of the Diagnostic Accreditation Program (DAP) under the College of Physician and Surgeons of BC.

FAQ

Yes, we provide mobile services for asymptomatic for travel, workplace, school or peace of mind.

For more information please visit our Mobile Services page.
Please email hello@covidtravelvancouver.ca for more information or visit our Booking Page.

To book, please check our online booking section:
ONLINE BOOKING
For same day PCR test results:
Book appointment before 3pm weekdays and before 12pm Saturdays; Not available Sundays

For up to 48 hours PCR test results:
For PCR we suggest to book 2 days before travel (depending on the destination)
Currently our turnaround time for PCR test result is approximately 24-48 hours.
E.g.
Sept. 1 – Appointment
Sept. 2 – Results and letter via email sent to you in the evening
Sept. 3 – Departure

For rapid antigen test:
We suggest to book the day before travel. Results in as little as 15 minutes,  but can take up to 2 hours.

PCR: Due to high demand, Lifelab cannot guarantee that the result will arrive on time and our clinic has no control over when we receive the result and can take 24-48 hours. Currently, it takes 24 hours for the result to arrive from Lifelab. For same day results, results will be emailed by 11:59pm.

Rapid antigen: The test takes 15 minutes and we can process the results in around 15 minutes, but can take up to 2 hours.  We can also send the results via email.

Rapid antigen nasal test:
Lower Mainland (Metro Vancouver):
$70 + GST (Limited Time Promo Price)
Victoria:
$99+GST

PCR nasal test:
Lower Mainland (Metro Vancouver):
  Up to 48 hours – $175+GST (Limited Time Promo Price)
  Same Day – $245+GST
* Same day results emailed before 11:59pm
* Must book appointment before 3pm weekdays and 12pm Saturdays; Not available Sundays

Victoria:
$195+GST

PCR + Serum antibody test:
Lower Mainland (Metro Vancouver):
$325+GST

Victoria:
$325+GST

Please note that once you have booked an appointment with Covid Travel Vancouver it means that we have reserved time in our schedule exclusively for you.  We do not hold any responsibility for trip cancellations, interruptions or changes to travel restrictions. We do not hold any responsibility if travel plans are interrupted as a result of the COVID-19 testing conducted at Covid Travel Vancouver.

We offer no charge for change of appointment or transfer of appointment to another individual.

If you cancel your appointment you will be subject to the following as outlined below (as per booking event under cancellation policy):
PCR – Deposit non-refundable
Rapid Antigen Test – $50 admin fee
Virtual Self-Test – $25 admin fee

You can cancel or reschedule an appointment by emailing us at: info@covidtravelvancouver.ca

Please refer to IATA Travel Regulations Map for current travel regulations for your destination.  This will inform you of the testing needed and the timing of the test before departure.
Please note you must check with your airlines or country of destination as travel regulations change constantly.

For PCR test, we conduct the nucleic acid amplification test (NAAT) also known as RT-PCR test which is the golden standard for detecting the virus. The specimen is collected via nasal swab. Our PCR tests are approved by Canadian health authorities and are recognized by all airlines and countries.

The rapid antigen test we use are Health Canada approved and recognized for travel by border services and airlines. They are approved for USA and UK as well as other countries.
The rapid antigen test are lateral flow assay tests via shallow nasal swab collection.

We offer the serum antibody (IgM) testing if needed by your destination country and the airline. This is a blood test conducted at LifeLabs. Both tests are approved by Canadian health authorities and are recognized by all airlines and countries.

Since the tests are for travel and occupational purposes for asymptomatic individuals, they are private pay service and are not covered by B.C. MSP plan.

As our clinic is following all the COVID-19 prevention guidelines, we do require that you wear a mask at all time and follow social distancing practice.
Please bring a picture ID, e.g. Driver’s Licence or Passport. If you are a resident of BC, please bring your Care Card with you when you come in.

For PCR and serum tests, the results and clearance letter will be emailed to you or you can drop by the clinic and grab the report.

For Rapid antigen tests, results are available within 15 minutes to 2 hours or they can also be emailed.

Yes, we do provide onsite testing for all workplace, organization sites and schools. Please call us to discuss the details and we will make arrange accordingly.

Yes, we provide required documents for Hong Kong and Japan for an additional cost of $20.
Hong Kong requires accreditation certificates ISO15189 or DAP.

Japan requires a Certificate of Testing for COVID-19 signed by our physician. This is by order from the Quarantine Station, Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare, Japanese Government. 

Yes, we provide QR codes for the results. Cost $20
Some airlines/countries requires a QR code for your results/letter. Please check with the country of destination.

Hours

Open 7 days a week
and holidays
Please check booking page for availability

DRIVE-THRU testing available at select locations: ABBOTSFORD, CLOVERDALE, FLEETWOOD, KERRISDALE, NORTH VANCOUVER, WEST VANCOUVER, RICHMOND & SCOTT RD. By appointment only

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