Lateral Flow Test to fly back UK.

Keithbfk

I have taken some Lateral flow tests with me on holiday to Portugal. I am trying to find out if it is acceptable for me to do the tests myself and put the result on the NHS register a result? Tui rep seemed to think it was ok but she didn’t seem too confident.

lisyloo

You need to book and pay for a PCR test before you travel (assuming England here).

onashoestring

This is from the Gov website: 

“NHS tests:

You cannot take an NHS test abroad with you to use on yourself before you return.”

https://www.gov.uk/guidance/coronavirus-covid-19-testing-for-people-travelling-to-england 

It also tells you what type of test you need to take and how to present proof you tested negative it also warns

“If you do not present proof you tested negative, you may not be able to board your transport to England.

If you arrive in England without proof you tested negative, you could be fined £500.”

It is concerning that the Tui rep did not give you this advice as it could have resulted in you missing your return flight and/or get fined when you get back to the UK.

Tiggifarfar.

I’ve read that there is a rapid-testing service at the Airport (Lisbon) for 29€ for flying back to uk you can book in advance and get an email certificate in 20 mins.