COVID-19 International Arrival

Be sure to visit our regular New Students website for complete details on preparing for your journey to Western.

Important Recent Updates:

As of February 6, 2023, Western University no longer requires masks in instructional spaces, but we continue to encourage the campus community to wear masks in indoor crowded spaces.
As January 5, all air travellers aged two and older, arriving on flights from China, Hong Kong or Macao, need to provide a negative COVID-19 test, taken no more than two days before departure.
As of November 29, 2022, Western University revoked its COVID-19 vaccination policy. Following public health guidance, we strongly encourage everyone to remain up to date on their COVID-19 vaccinations. Visit our COVID-19 FAQ for international students for more information.
Effective October 1, 2022, all travellers entering Canada will no longer have to:
- submit public health information through the ArriveCAN app or website
- provide proof of vaccination
- undergo pre- or on-arrival testing (except Jan. 5 exception above)
- carry out COVID-19-related quarantine or isolation
- undergo health checks for travel on air and rail
- wear masks on planes and trains
- monitor and report if they develop signs or symptoms of COVID-19 upon arriving to Canada.

For more information on border and travel measures please review the Government of Canada Travel, Testing and Borders website.

For more details on Western University and Government Updates, see our updates page.

Contact Information

Telehealth Ontario
Phone: 1-866-797-0000