The travel rules at the current time set out the basic requirements for private sector providers of PCR COVID-19 test services to all travellers traveling in Scotland on days 2 and 8. Anyone visiting Scotland from other countries should take one or more Glasgow PCR tests.

People who have entered Scotland  from another country must take a test on or before day two only or after day 8, depending on their immunization status. Furthermore, there are additional requirements for those who have spent the previous 10 days in a country on the red list.

People traveling from non-red-list countries who are required to self-isolate after 10 days could be able to use a test to release for foreign flights to check whether their quarantine period can be reduced. Providers of Test to Release services must meet specific minimal requirements for travel.

While the new travel guidelines reduce the need for COVID testing for persons who have been completely vaccinated and are coming from non-red list places, the UK’s coronavirus returning travel requirements still include a day 2 PCR test in Glasgow. Here’s everything you need to know about the day 2 PCR Test Glasgow, like when to get one, where to get one, and how much they’ll likely cost.

What Is A COVID Day Two Test?

Anyone traveling into or out of the UK at the moment will be requested to do a PCR test in Glasgow once returning to the UK unless they are visiting one of the seven red list areas, where vacations and casual travel are prohibited. The countries categorised on the red list have normally been marked as so due to the rate of cases within these countries as well as vaccination and health control measures amongst other considerations that have been made. 

People returning from amber list nations had to undergo a PCR test within two days of returning to the country, with another ‘Day 8’ test necessary several days later, according to the prior traffic signal travel system in Scotland and across the UK.

However, Fully vaccinated tourists who return to the UK only have to undergo the PCR travel testing within two days of returning to the UK, according to a recent overhaul of the traffic signal in favor of a simpler list of ‘go’ and ‘no-go’ travel destinations.

How Should I Take The Second Day’s Test?

The necessity for a Day Two COVID test is still causing some confusion, as the name implies that it should be done on the second day following returning.

Returning visitors to England, Scotland , Northern Ireland, or Wales will take the Day 2 PCR test in Glasgow within two days of their arrival. The test should ideally be completed at a recognised private testing centre or alternatively completed at home using an approved testing kit from a recognised supplier.

What Is The Cost Of A Day Two Test, And Where Can I Get One?

You must present documentation that you have scheduled a Day 2 PCR test in Glasgow with only a competent provider to move to the Uk after travelling overseas.

These tests, unlike standard PCR tests, cannot be ordered at delivery service or managed to pick up on walk-in COVID test centres across Scotland. Instead, schedule your Covid-19 Day 2 PCR test Glasgow through a booking system to receive an NHS COVID-19 PCR test, or go to the UK Government’s list of commercial test providers in Scotland .

You can purchase tests for as little as £30 for ‘self swab at home’ from the list while arranging a test. You must also have a reservation number for your Day 2 PCR test Glasgow, as well as a complete Passenger Identification Form and evidence of fully vaccinated status, ready to exhibit before returning to the UK. Having all of this documentation ready prior to travelling can help to ensure that you are fully equipped and prepared for any future journeys.