UK is one of the most expensive places in world to get PCR test for travel as cheapest revealed

UK holidaymakers will pay out £92 on average for Covid travel tests
PA Wire
Lily Waddell12 August 2021

UK has been found to be one of the most expensive places in the world to get PCR test for travel amid the Covid pandemic, according to an investigation.

British travellers faced more heartache as the UK was revealed to be the second most expensive place for Covid travel tests in comparison to other countries around the world in a new study.

UK holidaymakers will pay out £92 on average for Covid travel tests, an investigation by Admiral Travel Insurance has found.

USA was revealed as the most expensive place for a PCR test which cost around £119 while Turkey offered the cheapest option to their locals at £20 per test.

Cosmin Sarbu, Head of Travel Insurance at Admiral, said:“Our research shows prices for PCR tests vary significantly between countries and UK residents seem to be forking out a lot more in comparison to people living overseas.

“Before booking a holiday, Brits should do their research to make sure they’re following the right rules and meeting the correct testing regulations in their chosen destination. It’s also best to find and book the PCR tests as soon as possible to make sure you have the correct paperwork before jetting off.

“To make savings, compare the prices between approved UK providers to check you’re paying the standard rate and not being overcharged for the service. Selecting a bundle package that includes all the travel tests required to go abroad will also help to reduce the additional costs, and shopping around is one of the best ways to find a good deal whether that’s with your holiday provider or airline. Also, to avoid being caught out and scammed, always check the provider is properly regulated before booking tests with them.”

The cost of PCR Covid travel tests in different countries

1. USA - Cost for a single traveller is £119, cost for a couple is £238 and cost for a family of four is £476

2. UK - Cost for a single traveller is £92, cost for a couple is £184 and cost for a family of four is £276

3. Portugal - Cost for a single traveller is £85, cost for a couple is £170 and cost for a family of four is £255

4. Spain - Cost for a single traveller is £69, cost for a couple is £138 and cost for a family of four is £207

5. Jamaiica - Cost for a single traveller is £66, cost for a couple is £132 and cost for a family of four is £198

6. Germany - Cost for a single traveller is £65, cost for a couple is £131 and cost for a family of four is £261

7. Greece - Cost of a single traveller is £57, cost for a couple is £114 and cost for a family of four is £171

8. Italy - Cost of a single traveller is £51, cost for a couple is £102 and cost for a family of four is £205

9. The Maldives - Cost of a single traveller is £47, cost for a couple is £94 and cost for a family of four is £188

10. France - Cost of a single traveller is £42, cost for a couple is £85 and cost for a family of four is £127

11. Turkey - Cost of a single traveller is £21, cost for a couple is £41 and cost for a family of four is £82

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