Covid-19Local NewsNews No COVID-19 tests at GAIA for unvaxxed arrivals by Barbados Today 19/08/2022 written by Barbados Today Updated by Asminnie Moonsammy 19/08/2022 1 min read A+A- Reset FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail 224 The Ministry of Health and Wellness has announced that from Saturday, there will be no testing for unvaccinated travellers who arrive at the Grantley Adams International Airport (GAIA). In its revised protocol for air travel, the Ministry further advised that unvaccinated travellers will require a rapid antigen test or PCR test, which should be taken within three days of arrival on the island. “Once pre-flight COVID-19 test results are validated, travellers will be allowed to enjoy the island safely,” said Chief Medical Officer Dr The Most Honourable, Kenneth George. Travellers have been encouraged to download the BIMSafe app to upload their travel documents for a smooth transition at the airport. (BT/MHW/BGIS) Barbados Today Stay informed and engaged with our digital news platform. The leading online multimedia news resource in Barbados for news you can trust. You may also like Legends of Reggae take over Kensington Oval 25/04/2026 Judge sets near four-decade sentence for revenge killing 25/04/2026 Govt makes youth protection pledge at child abuse awareness walk 25/04/2026