Holidays are coming, in the words of Coca-Cola – though hopefully these ones will come with a little more sun and a little less Santa.
But although travel restrictions have eased in many places, there are still multiple issues to address before you head off this summer, from testing requirements to potential flight cancellations. Here’s our handy guide to the most common travel FAQs.
Do I need to be vaccinated to travel abroad?
That will depend on where you’re heading to. Plenty of destinations have dropped all travel restrictions, including the need to show proof of vaccination and/or a negative test. The exception is Asia, where a number of countries are still not open to international travellers.
Click here for our guide to the destinations that have scrapped all travel restrictions.
Do I need to test to travel abroad?
Again, this varies between destinations. In many cases, you only need to show a negative Covid test if you’re not fully vaccinated (though the definition of “fully” also varies, with some countries only counting adults as such if they have received a booster jab. Check the Foreign Office (FCDO) advice for your destination before you go).
Check out our guide to the places that still require a negative test.
Any paperwork to fill in?
Many countries that have scrapped testing and proof of vaccination requirements for visitors have also done away with passenger locator forms, the UK included.
It’s worth checking the FCDO advice beforehand; here are guides to some of the most popular destinations’ travel rules below:
Will I need to wear a mask?
Protocol around mask-wearing has eased in many countries, but varies between destinations. In some cases, mandatory face covering rules may have been dropped in most places but are still enforced on public transport. Check the FCDO advice for your destination, but it’s also worth having a stash of masks with you just in case: specifically FFP2 masks, which some countries (including Italy) specifically require.
How long do I need left on my passport?
This will depend on your destination. Since Brexit, British passport holders entering EU countries are bound by different rules: your passport must be no more than 10 years old (look at the date of issue) from the time of entry and have at least three months left (expiry date) at the point at which you leave the EU.
Click here for The Independent’s guide to the new EU passport rules.
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