IT SEEMED LKE A PERFECT PLAN"... CANADIAN'S WHO TESTED POSITIVE FOR COVID-19 ABROAD SAYS THEY ARE PAYING FOR IT

Chandrayee Roy Choudhury, Canada: 

Canadians stuck abroad after testing positive for COVID-19 during a trip are warning others who are travelling during the Omicron wave to anticipate travel disruptions that could cost thousands of dollars and keep them away from home for much longer than expected.



While the ordeal can force the rescheduling of return flights, many Canadians say they also have to deal with the unexpected costs of additional accommodations, food and multiple PCR tests while isolating internationally.

Some also warn that the rules on how to return to Canada after testing positive are confusing and hard to navigate while abroad.



Canadians must wait until the 15th day after their positive test result to return to Canada to avoid being fined $5,000 per traveller (plus surcharges). Starting Jan. 15, Canadians must only wait until the 11th day after a positive test result. If they have symptoms without a positive result, they must wait until the symptoms have ended and have a valid negative pre-entry test result.