COVID Safe Traveler Agreement

Travel during the COVID-19 pandemic involves certain inherent risks related to the chance of being exposed to and/or contracting COVID-19. I understand and acknowledge that it is not possible to eliminate all such risks related to COVID-19 during travel on my program. I will speak directly to my own physician with questions pertaining to my individual health and regarding travel at this time.

I represent that I will be fully vaccinated (as defined as two weeks following the receipt of all recommended doses of a COVID-19 vaccine that has been authorized, approved, or listed for emergency use by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, including any booster shots for which I am eligible) by the time of my departure.

I agree to take all reasonable efforts to minimize my exposure to COVID-19 within the two weeks prior to my program departure. If I am made aware that I have been in close contact (as defined as within 6 feet for a total of 15 minutes over a 24-hour period) with a person diagnosed within COVID-19 within 14 days of my departure date, I will notify EF Gap Year immediately.

If I have tested positive for COVID-19 within a 90-day period prior to departure, I have met all CDC guidelines for leaving isolation and/or have received proof of recovery documentation from my physician.

I agree to immediately contact EF Gap Year if I experience symptoms associated with COVID-19 within 72 hours prior to travel, including:

- Fever or chills
- Cough
- Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing
- Fatigue
- Muscle or body aches
- Headache
- New loss of taste or smell
- Sore throat
- Congestion or runny nose
- Nausea or vomiting
- Diarrhea

I agree to take and receive a negative result from one of the following COVID-19 testing options prior to departure: (i) a PCR test administered within 72 hours of tour departure; (ii) a supervised/telehealth antigen test administered within 72 hours of tour departure; or (iii) a rapid at-home antigen test taken within 24 hours of tour departure. I acknowledge that the requirements set by the specific destination(s) on my tour itinerary may have stricter or different COVID-19 testing and timeline requirements (i.e., only recognizing a PCR test administered within 72 hours of departure), and that EF will notify travelers in writing if such additional testing measures are required for their specific destination. I agree to take a COVID-19 test and receive a negative result in accordance with the strictest requirements applicable to my tour. I further agree to carry my test results with me at all times through the duration of the Tour Program, as proof of my negative test results when or if required. I will not be awaiting the results of any other COVID-19 tests at the time of departure. I understand that the destinations I am visiting on my Tour Program may have specific testing and timeline requirements. EF will notify travelers in writing if any additional testing measures are necessary for their specific destination.

I will consult and follow the requirements and guidelines from the airline carriers, connecting airport authorities and arrival airport authorities.

I agree to follow all local regulations, restrictions and advisories related to COVID-19 for my program. I also agree to follow all rules, requests and requirements from my Tour Director or EF Gap Year staff for the health and well-being of myself, my fellow travelers, and suppliers. I understand that if I am unable or unwilling to comply with these requirements, I may be removed from the program at my own expense.

I agree to monitor my health while on-tour for symptoms associated with COVID-19 every day throughout program. If I develop symptoms of COVID-19 while on program, I agree that I will not rejoin my group prior to informing my Tour Director or EF Gap Year staff member.

I understand that if a tour member is diagnosed with COVID-19 while on the Tour Program, the person diagnosed with COVID-19 will be required to isolate and the remainder of the tour group will be required to quarantine on-tour AND take tests for COVID-19, in accordance with local guidelines. I agree to comply with EF and relevant authority quarantine and isolation requirements, including those that may exceed local guidelines.

I will wear an acceptable mask at all times on tour, when required by local law, other relevant authorities, or at the direction of my Tour Director or EF staff.