COVID-19 PCR travel testing in South Australia
Clinpath Pathology performs COVID-19 RT-PCR testing for travellers at our George Street Collection Centre (bookings are required).
It is essential that you check with your destination, transit country and airline for travel requirements and recommended timeframe in which you need to demonstrate a negative COVID-19 PCR test.
Ordering your COVID-19 travel test is a quick and simple three-step process.
Step 1 Order and pay for your COVID-19 test
- COVID-19 PCR swab $145 (AUD)*
Step 2 Have your sample collected
Step 3 Receive an SMS with your International COVID-19 travel report
*Pricing is subject to change. A doctor referral is not required | No Medicare rebate is available
Important things to know about South Australia travel
Here are some frequently asked questions for travellers departing or arriving to South Australia
Can I have IgM Screening done at Clinpath Pathology?
Clinpath Pathology currently does not offer Serology IgM Screening. If your travel destination requires a Serology IgM Screening, we recommend transitting from one of the folllowing locations and allow 72 hours for testing.
When am I required to get my testing done?
It is essential you check your destination, transit country and airline for travel requirements and recommended timeframe in which you need to demonstrate a negative COVID-19 PCR test.
You can use the Collection Window Calculator to determine the timeframe for testing based on this information.
Am I required to quarantine when I arrive in SA?
Please refer to the Government of South Australia website for the most up to date quarantine advice.*
*These requirements are subject to rapid change; please stay up to date with travel policies of your destination.
Departing from a different state or territory?
If you order your test through Clinpath Pathology, you must have your sample(s) collected at one of our dedicated collection centres or drive through locations in SA.
If you are departing from a different state or territory, you can select the appropriate Sonic practice to order your test here.
COVID-19 Hotline for SA
Please check our FAQ's for more information on COVID-19 travel testing. If you require further assistance please call our COVID-19 Hotline on 1800 870 778 Mon-Fri 9 am-4 pm.