quarantine for tourists who test +

I hope none of us have to find this out! I would think it is the person's responsibility to secure accommodations for a quarantine. I don't see why you would not be able to book a hotel room for the time that you need.

Why not book a free-cancellation room in advance in case you test positive?

Thanks for the replies so far. To clarify: a "normal" hotel doesn't work for people who need to quarantine unless they can get room service for every meal, and even then there's at least some exposure to hotel employees (and it's more difficult to access medical care if it becomes needed). Dedicated facilities have more stringent protocols that protect the people who deliver food, etc.

Obviously, fingers crossed that this doesn't happen to me or anyone else! But where other countries have systems in place for tourists that seem more clear, I haven't been able to figure out what's going on in France.

I assume that because the rule about having a negative PCR test before you re-enter the US is a US requirement, your questions should be aimed towards the US government. I'm not sure the French government have any say in the matter.

The only cases I know of, the people concerned have rented an apartment and are ordering all their food via one of the many food delivery companies.

It is indeed a U.S. requirement that anyone returning have a negative COVID test result, but maybe the question is, what is required by the country that the traveler is visiting, when anyone tests positive? I'm sure the U.S. government isn't terribly concerned what the COVID positive individual does while they wait for a negative test. I have heard that Greece has a process and they "house" travelers and provide food. I know there are places in Spain that do similar. It is probably too early in the game for all countries have put a process in place to deal with quarantines of visitors.

I would assume that in some places, positive test results are reported to the government. I've been wondering if that happens with the "mail order" tests. I think there are certain things that I, as a responsible person, would do, to keep myself isolated. But, what is required is, I think, the question. Maybe, in this case, contact the last hotel that you plan to stay in and ask them if they know what the process would be?

When I went to Hawaii during the time period they were requiring a negative COVID test to enter, a person without a negative test result and a QR code, could not check into a hotel or rent a car. It likely depends on the particular city or region that a person finds themselves in.

If I received an Antigen test which was positive, I would immediately arrange for a PCR test to confirm results. If positive after a PCR test, I would see a physician, you can book with Doctolib.fr. Cost is typically 35€.

If you are vaccinated, one assumes that any recovery period would be short with mild symptoms. You can check into any hotel or chambre d´hôte/VRBO/airbnb. Food delivered to your room is easily done. There are no government sponsored accommodations for those testing positive.

Can't add much to Tocard's reply other than send along a link from the American U in Paris. It's a document from March, but likely still accurate. It lists some PCR test locations by arrondissement if needed, as well as a list of delivery services in the (hopefully) unlikely event you get stuck in France for extra days in quarantine.

https://www.aup.edu/news-events/information-hub/quarantine-and-self-isolation-faq

I will add that any US citizen would be wise to purchase travel insurance which covers COVID-19 quarantine coverage for testing positive. The cost is very reasonable and covers up daily hotel/food expenses up to a certain amount depending on insurance (usually about $2000 or $150/day) If you are a couple, it covers both COVID-19 positive person and travel partner for these expenses. In our case the cost is less than $100 and offers a lot of peace of mind!

@jtburns, what company did you use?

I totally agree with Tocard’s advice. And Doctolib is a good idea, to have the contact made in case symptoms develop, and for up to date advice on France’s isolation requirements.(Plus in my case, my travel insurance would require a doctors diagnosis letter).

Regarding lodging, my own strategy would be to choose an apartment-hotel like Citadines for my trip. I have stayed in several over the years. They offer housekeeping only when you request. And they are set up for cooking in the rooms, which most hotels prohibit. (Personally I wouldn’t want takeout for 10 days isolation, particularly if symptoms developed). They are also accustomed to handling grocery and takeout deliveries, which could be left outside the room. Citadines offers 24h reception just in case.

Also adding a link for up to date Covid guidance (including isolation) from the French government:

https://www.gouvernement.fr/en/coronavirus-covid-19

I called the insurance company that I have a policy through for our upcoming Switzerland and Paris trip to find out about covid coverage. I got our policy from InsureMyTrip/Tokio Marine HCC Medical Insurance and was told that we would be covered under the trip cancellation and trip interruption. I asked if they reimburse for a quarantine and was told up to $200/day up to $750 total PER PERSON. I feel relieved knowing this. We are not anticipating any issues but this info is good to know.

Anyone required to quarantine should expect to pay about 150€ to 200€ per day for lodging, plus food, plus medical costs, plus airline change fees. $750 pp is better than nothing, but is it adequate?