Updated 6^th July 2020

Where can you currently travel to during the Coronavirus pandemic?

The Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) continues to review the guidelines for travel. With the situation seemingly improving daily the hope is that restrictions on UK travellers will be temporary, meaning some 2020 summer holidays may still go ahead to certain destinations.

Here we look at what destinations you may be able to travel to according to the FCO for UK Nationals:

EUROPE

FRANCE

§  From July 4^th France is exempt from the FCO advise against all essential international travel.  At present those arriving from the UK into mainland France are required to self-isolate for 14 days.

ITALY  

§  Travellers arriving in Italy directly from the UK are now usually exempt from the requirement to self-isolate.

You will only need to self-isolate if:

you travelled outside the UK in the 14 days prior to your arrival in Italy or;

you will be arriving in Italy from a country for which there are still self-isolation requirements (see the Ministry of Foreign Affairs website).

SPAIN

§  From June 21^st Spain’s borders were reopened to travellers from the UK. Arrivals from the United Kingdom are not required to self-isolate on arrival but will be subject to a series of three health checks.

GREECE

§  You will be required to complete an online Passenger Locator Form (PLF) at least 48 hours before your arrival in Greece. The form is online, in English. Once you have completed the form, you will receive a QR code (which you can display either on your mobile phone, or on a printed piece of paper). You will need to show this code to the Greek authorities on your arrival in Greece.

§  When you arrive in Greece, the Greek authorities will scan the QR code generated when you completed the PLF form, and may direct you for health screening (including testing for coronavirus). The Greek authorities’ instructions will differ according to whether you arrive by land, sea or air.

BULGARIA

§  Travellers arriving into the country will need to self-isolate for a period of 14 days.

CROATIA

§  On 11 May Croatia reopened its borders to visitors from the EU/EEA, and the UK, provided they held an accommodation reservation in the country. The self-isolation period was also removed. The Croatian government has introduced a new online entry form to expedite the entry of foreign visitors. Visitors should carry a copy of their accommodation booking or proof of ownership of holiday homes / boats when arriving in Croatia. If you’re travelling to Croatia for business you should carry evidence of a business invitation or meetings.

ICELAND

§  All passengers arriving in Iceland can chose to be tested for COVID-19 or self-isolate for 14 days upon arrival. Testing is free of charge until 30 June, and ISK 15,000 (approximately £90) per test thereafter, with results provided in 24 hours. Children born in 2005 or later will be exempt from both testing and self-isolation.

§  You will also be required to fill out a pre-registration form before departure. You can find further information, including exemptions, from the Icelandic authorities at Covid.is (available in English).

§  If you test positive on arrival you will be required to enter self-isolation (at your hotel or government-provided accommodation) unless further tests determine the infection is inactive. You may also need to be tested again or enter self-isolation if you are exposed to a possible infection during your trip e.g. during the flight to Iceland.

NORWAY

§  UK Nationals are permitted to visit family members in Norway. Essential workers may also enter the country if the work is to begin imminently (proof will be required). All visitors will be required to self-isolate for 10 days.

POLAND

§  From 4 July, Poland is exempt from the FCO advice against all non-essential international travel. This is based on the current assessment of COVID-19 risks.

SWEDEN

§  UK Nationals are currently able to travel to Sweden directly.

SWITZERLAND

§  Entry in to Switzerland from the United Kingdom is permitted for British nationals and nationals of EU and EFTA countries. Family members of UK/EU/EFTA nationals regardless of nationality are also permitted.

REST OF THE WORLD

BARBADOS

§  All persons arriving in Barbados should be tested for COVID-19 at an accredited laboratory. The test must be UKAS compliant or equivalent and be taken 72 hours in advance of your flight. As long as you produce a negative test result entry will be permitted.

SINGAPORE

§  If you need to visit Singapore in extenuating circumstances, you should make a request to the Singapore government by submitting a Form 14 to the Immigration and Checkpoints Authority and wait for a response before attempting to travel.

THAILAND

§  International flights to Thailand are suspended until June 30^th 2020. Like with some countries there are very limited circumstance where entry may be granted. For more info click here.

UAE (UNITED ARAB EMIRATES)

§  Any British residents needing to return to UAE will be required to follow the process as set out on the government website (gov.uk).

AUSTRALIA

§  You will need to apply for a visa via special exemption to be able to travel to Australia – normal visa applications are no longer accepted. Only Australian citizens and returning permanent residents and their immediate family members are permitted to enter Australia without an exemption until further notice.

NEW ZEALAND

§  From 4 July, New Zealand is exempt from the FCO advice against all non-essential international travel. This is based on the current assessment of COVID-19 risks.

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10^TH JUNE 2020

UPDATED 6^th July 2020

Updated 25^th June 2020

Where can you currently travel to during the Coronavirus pandemic?

The Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) continues to review the guidelines for travel. With the situation seemingly improving daily the hope is that restrictions on UK travellers will be temporary, meaning some 2020 summer holidays may still go ahead to certain destinations.

Here we look at what destinations you may be able to travel to according to the FCO for UK Nationals:

EUROPE

FRANCE

§  From June 15^th travellers arriving in France from the UK are no longer required to demonstrate their travel is essential or hold an international travel certificate. At present those arriving from the UK into mainland France are required to self-isolate for 14 days.

ITALY  

§  Travellers arriving in Italy directly from the UK are now usually exempt from the requirement to self-isolate.

You will only need to self-isolate if:

you travelled outside the UK in the 14 days prior to your arrival in Italy or;

you will be arriving in Italy from a country for which there are still self-isolation requirements (see the Ministry of Foreign Affairs website).

SPAIN

§  From June 21^st Spain’s borders were reopened to travellers from the UK. Arrivals from the United Kingdom are not required to self-isolate on arrival but will be subject to a series of three health checks.

GREECE

§  Everyone arriving in Greece from abroad will be tested for coronavirus, and will be required to go into self-isolation. For the first 24 hours you will stay in Government accommodation. If you test negative you will be required to provide your place of stay and self-isolate for 7 days. If you test positive you will be required to stay in Government accommodation for a further 14 days.

BULGARIA

§  Travellers arriving into the country will need to self-isolate for a period of 14 days.

CROATIA

§  On 11 May Croatia reopened its borders to visitors from the EU/EEA, and the UK, provided they held an accommodation reservation in the country. The self-isolation period was also removed. The Croatian government has introduced a new online entry form to expedite the entry of foreign visitors. Visitors should carry a copy of their accommodation booking or proof of ownership of holiday homes / boats when arriving in Croatia. If you’re travelling to Croatia for business you should carry evidence of a business invitation or meetings.

ICELAND

§  All passengers arriving in Iceland can choose to be tested for COVID-19 or self-isolate for 14 days upon arrival. Testing is free of charge until 30 June, and ISK 15,000 (approximately £90) per test thereafter, with results provided in 24 hours. Children born in 2005 or later will be exempt from both testing and self-isolation.

§  You will also be required to fill out a pre-registration form before departure. You can find further information, including exemptions, from the Icelandic authorities at Covid.is (available in English).

§  If you test positive on arrival you will be required to enter self-isolation (at your hotel or government-provided accommodation) unless further tests determine the infection is inactive. You may also need to be tested again or enter self-isolation if you are exposed to a possible infection during your trip e.g. during the flight to Iceland.

NORWAY

§  UK Nationals are permitted to visit family members in Norway. Essential workers may also enter the country if the work is to begin imminently (proof will be required). All visitors will be required to self-isolate for 10 days.

POLAND

§  EU, European Economic Area, Swiss and UK nationals are not required to self-isolate on arrival in Poland, if they arrive across the land border from Germany, Czechia or Slovakia.

SWEDEN

§  UK Nationals are currently able to travel to Sweden.

SWITZERLAND

§  Entry in to Switzerland from the United Kingdom is permitted for British nationals and nationals of EU and EFTA countries. Family members of UK/EU/EFTA nationals regardless of nationality are also permitted.

REST OF THE WORLD

BARBADOS

§  Any visitors are currently required to complete a 14-day quarantine on entry.

SINGAPORE

§  If you need to visit Singapore in extenuating circumstances, you should make a request to the Singapore government by submitting a Form 14 to the Immigration and Checkpoints Authority and wait for a response before attempting to travel.

THAILAND

§  International flights to Thailand are suspended until June 30^th 2020. Like with some countries there are very limited circumstance where entry may be granted. For more info click here.

UAE (UNITED ARAB EMIRATES)

§  Any British residents needing to return to UAE will be required to follow the process as set out on the government website (gov.uk).

AUSTRALIA

§  You will need to apply for a visa via special exemption to be able to travel to Australia – normal visa applications are no longer accepted. Only Australian citizens and returning permanent residents and their immediate family members are permitted to enter Australia without an exemption until further notice.

NEW ZEALAND

§  The New Zealand border is currently closed to almost all arrivals.

For a small number of exceptions click here.

© CURRENCY ONLINE GROUP

10^TH JUNE 2020

UPDATED 25^TH JUNE 2020