The importance of the PCR test after relaxation in the Netherlands – Eemskrant.nl
Netherlands – Spring is coming and this is in conjunction with the relaxation of many corona rules in the Netherlands. People are therefore looking forward to the warmer months. Although we can stay a little longer, it is still important to stay. Corona tests will also remain mandatory for many international trips. we discuss exactly what you should keep in mind.
Ways to test
In the Netherlands you can do a self-test at the GGD a COVID-19 test purchase from a commercial provider to have a PCR done. The latter is especially important for travel and in companies. For large calculations of organizing amounts This ensures that everyone is at ease. The use of corona test transactions will certainly remain very important in 2022 for these two reasons.
Travel within the EU
Corona rules in the EU have often changed in recent months. During Christmas and New Years there were many infections in Europe. For that reason, many EU countries have made a test mandatory again. Now that corona infections are falling again, a COVID-19 test is no longer mandatory in most European countries. This is the case if you have been vaccinated and your second shot started no more than 6 months ago. Was that longer ago? Then you need a PCR test to travel to countries such as France and Italy.
If corona infections remain limited during the spring and summer, there will probably not be a new test obligation for all travelers. Anyway it stays for travelers important to keep an eye on current news.
Taking a big trip
The Netherlands are eager to be able to travel again. In 2020 and also in 2021, many people had to cancel their trip. This mainly concerns distant destinations such as the United States, Australia, and Asian countries such as Thailand and Japan. Although many countries are quietly reopening their borders, it is almost always mandatory. Travelers must take into account a mandatory PCR test that may have taken a maximum of between 24 hours and 72 hours.
Stay alert for symptoms
With the relaxation, people quickly forget that corona has not disappeared from the face of the earth. It is natural, the past 2 years have been very coincidental. However, it is now very important to stay alert for symptoms and if you test positive your environment immediately too early. With relaxed rules, it remains important to use a PCR test if you suspect you have COVID-19. Also don’t forget to take extra care when visiting frail elderly.
conclusion
People will continue to use corona tests. Whether that is a quick self-test or a PCR test that is mandatory for many international trips. Furthermore, employers in particular will continue to ensure that their workplace is corona-free. They can do this by offering their employees a test before or after holiday periods. A commercial provider will then come to the location to administer the tests. Not everyone even feels comfortable now that we are slowly going back to the office. That is intended and must be taken care of. Are you going on a trip? Then make sure you stay informed about the news and new rules about testing.