Covid Tests for travel to South Africa - Test Starts from £11.99

Outbound covid tests for travel to South Africa available. Antigen test starts from £11.99 and PCR test available for £29.99 only. Get your doctor-signed certificate fast! Accepted by ALL AIRLINES.

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Tests for Travel to South Africa

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Last updated: Saturday, 21 May 2022 12:00pm (GMT) — Check gov.uk for more information

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Fit To Fly Antigen Test With Observation

£19.99

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Fit to Fly Antigen Test

£11.99

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Fit to Fly PCR Test (At-Home Test)

£29.99

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General Lateral Flow Tests

£4.99

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South Africa Travel Advice

What is the travel status for South Africa?

The status for South Africa is currently undefined.

This information was last updated on Saturday, 21 May 2022 12:00pm (GMT). Check gov.uk for more information

How much does a Covid test cost for travel to South Africa?

The price of a Covid-19 test is £29.99 if you are travelling to South Africa. This covers the PCR test and a fit to fly certificate. Antigen tests cost £11.99.

How long before my flight to South Africa should I take a Covid test?

Non-vaccinated passengers will need to perform a undefined test within undefined hours of your flight to South Africa. Vaccinated passengers will not need a test.

Are there any Covid-19 self-swab lateral flow tests in the UK suitable for home use?

Medicspot uses FlowFlex lateral flow test kits. These tests are approved by the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) and offer 98.8% accuracy. This test is CE marked for home use and has received full home test approval in the UK and EU.

What are the entry requirements for South Africa?

With the changing travel requirements due to coronavirus, local governments are subject to change with little to no notice. Please check the government website for the latest updates, including South Africa covid test requirements, documentations, and quarantine times.

Can I enter South Africa with a covid recovery certificate?

A Covid Recovery Certificate or letter states that you have had Covid-19, but have since recovered, and are thought to have natural immunity from the virus. Many countries accept this certificate for foreign travellers to enter the country. To check if South Africa accepts this, you can check the government website.

Medicspot provides Covid Recovery Certificates for just £79, with the certificate ready within 12 hours. If you need your certificate sooner (within 2 hours) you may upgrade to our express delivery for £129.

Are Medicspot Covid tests approved by South Africa?

Yes, Medicspot PCR tests, lateral flow tests and Fit to Fly certificates are universally recognised by both South Africa's airlines and government.

Entering the UK

What do I need to do before entering the UK?

Starting from 18 March 2022, all travellers arriving in the UK are no longer required to take any covid tests and completing the Passenger Locator Forms. This rule applies to both vaccinated and unvaccinated travellers entering the UK.