Maui has started their post-arrival test. On arrival, visitors will be required to complete a second COVID antigen rapid test. The test is intended to prevent the introduction of new COVID-19 variants.
CORRECTION: there is nothing "new" about the rapid antigen test. It is a common rapid antigen test.
- Maui County’s new post-arrival test for non-vaccinated travelers started yesterday, May 4th, with a soft opening. - Hundreds of travelers were tested using the rapid antigen test - No positive results were found - The test is done after the QR code is scanned for the pre-travel testing program, person receives the post-arrival test which takes 3-5 mins, they wait under a tent for results, and are cleared to baggage claim - Most passengers were able to go from the arrival gate, to receiving test results, to leaving the airport within 20-25 minutes. - A third of arrivals that day bypassed the post-arrival test by showing their vaccination card - This second test is free for visitors, costing Maui County $25 per visitor. - The pre-arrival test is still required! - This “soft opening” is a test on the process. Maui Mayor Michael Victorino said, “We wanted to test-drive our logistics plan in real-life before finalizing operations. Our goal is to make the post-arrival test as quick and hassle-free as possible.” - The test is intended to prevent the introduction of new COVID-19 variants.
