Wondering where you might be able to travel to this year? Yearning for that dream holiday? Our brand new Travel Tracker provides the latest, country specific travel information and restrictions, amidst the ongoing Coronavirus pandemic.
The Foreign & Commonwealth Office states that from 4 July, there are exemptions for travelling to certain countries that no longer pose a high risk for British travellers. Australia is exempt from the FCO advice against all non-essential international travel. This is based on the current assessment of COVID-19 risks. This advice is being kept under constant review.
Entry to Australia is limited, and all travellers to Australia must take a mandatory 14-day self isolation period. States and Territories are introducing charges for quarantine.
Australia government have announced that Melbourne is now going back into lockdown for 6 weeks to prevent the spread.
The Foreign & Commonwealth Office states that from 4 July, there are exemptions for travelling to certain countries that no longer pose a high risk for British travellers. Austria has formed a 'travel bridge' with the UK, meaning that UK residents can travel to Austria without having to quarantine for 14 days upon return. This advice is being kept under constant review.
Entry to Austria without the need for a COVID-19 test or quarantine is now possible from the UK.
The Foreign & Commonwealth Office states that from 4 July, there are exemptions for travelling to certain countries that no longer pose a high risk for British travellers. Belgium has formed a 'travel bridge' with the UK, meaning that UK residents can travel to Belgium without having to quarantine for 14 days upon return. This advice is being kept under constant review.
It is recommended that travellers entering Belgium from ‘orange’ or 'red' regions take a test and self-isolate for 14 days. The Midlands, North East England, Yorkshire, North West England and Northern Ireland are currently in the ‘orange’ category.
UK arrivals are required to provide their contact details to the authorities using the Passenger Locator Form.
The Foreign & Commonwealth Office states that from 4 July, there are exemptions for travelling to certain countries that no longer pose a high risk for British travellers. Canada is exempt from the FCO advice against all non-essential international travel. This is based on the current assessment of COVID-19 risks. This advice is being kept under constant review.
Any travellers will still be required to self-isolate for 14 days both arriving in Canada, or returning back to UK.
The Foreign & Commonwealth Office states that from 4 July, there are exemptions for travelling to certain countries that no longer pose a high risk for British travellers. Croatia has formed a 'travel bridge' with the UK, meaning that UK residents can travel to Croatia without having to quarantine for 14 days upon return. This advice is being kept under constant review.
Visitors from the EU/EEA and the UK are recommended to carry with them accommodation confirmation documents.
The Foreign & Commonwealth Office states that from 4 July, there are exemptions for travelling to certain countries that no longer pose a high risk for British travellers. Cyprus has formed a 'travel bridge' with the UK, meaning that UK residents can travel to Cyprus without having to quarantine for 14 days upon return.
From 1 August 2020, British travellers are permitted to visit Cyprus, but must provide a negative Coronavirus test on arrival, obtained within 72 hours before travel. Travellers must also obtain a Cyprus Flight Pass prior to travel.
The Foreign & Commonwealth Office states that from 4 July, there are exemptions for travelling to certain countries that no longer pose a high risk for British travellers. Czech Republic has formed a 'travel bridge' with the UK, meaning that UK residents can travel to Czech Republic without having to quarantine for 14 days upon return. This advice is being kept under constant review.
Negative medical certificate/anti-gen test required for arrivals.
It is mandatory to cover your mouth and nose when on the Prague Metro and in all Czech airports, and you should adhere to social distancing of 2m where possible when in public.
The Foreign & Commonwealth Office states that from 4 July, there are exemptions for travelling to certain countries that no longer pose a high risk for British travellers. Denmark has formed a 'travel bridge' with the UK, meaning that UK residents can travel to Denmark without having to quarantine for 14 days upon return. This advice is being kept under constant review.
UK tourists do not have to self-isolate on arrival, but you need to document a holiday stay for at least six nights.
Negative medical certificate/anti-gen test required for arrivals.
This travel advice also covers the Faroe Islands and Greenland. COVID-19 testing on arrival in the Faroe Islands is free of charge up to and including 14 August.
The Foreign & Commonwealth Office states that from 4 July, there are exemptions for travelling to certain countries that no longer pose a high risk for British travellers. Estonia is exempt from the FCO advice against all non-essential international travel. This is based on the current assessment of COVID-19 risks. This advice is being kept under constant review.
Travellers arriving to Estonia from the UK do not have to self-isolate.
Negative medical certificate/anti-gen test required for arrivals in Estonia.
The Foreign & Commonwealth Office states that from 4 July, there are exemptions for travelling to certain countries that no longer pose a high risk for British travellers. France has formed a 'travel bridge' with the UK, meaning that UK residents can travel to France without having to quarantine for 14 days upon return. This advice is being kept under constant review.
UK arrivals in France are not currently required to self-isolate upon arrival.
For travellers arriving from Bahrain, Qatar, Kuwait, UAE, Oman, Israel, Turkey, Algeria, India, Madagascar, South Africa, Brazil, Peru, Panama, Serbia and the USA, the RT-PCR test will be obligatory from 25 July.
The Foreign & Commonwealth Office states that from 4 July, there are exemptions for travelling to certain countries that no longer pose a high risk for British travellers. Germany has formed a 'travel bridge' with the UK, meaning that UK residents can travel to Germany without having to quarantine for 14 days upon return. This advice is being kept under constant review.
The Foreign & Commonwealth Office states that from 4 July, there are exemptions for travelling to certain countries that no longer pose a high risk for British travellers. Greece has formed a 'travel bridge' with the UK, meaning that UK residents can travel to Greece without having to quarantine for 14 days upon return. This advice is being kept under constant review.
If you travel to Greece, you will need to complete a Passenger Locator Form at least 48 hours before travel. Failure to do so in advance may result in your carrier not allowing you to travel, a 500 Euro fine on arrival or the Greek authorities not allowing you to enter the country.
The Foreign & Commonwealth Office states that from 4 July, there are exemptions for travelling to certain countries that no longer pose a high risk for British travellers. Italy has formed a 'travel corridor' with the UK, meaning that UK residents can travel to Italy without having to quarantine for 14 days upon return or when they arrive in Italy. This advice is being kept under constant review.
The Foreign & Commonwealth Office states that from 4 July, there are exemptions for travelling to certain countries that no longer pose a high risk for British travellers. Ireland has formed a 'travel bridge' with the UK, meaning that UK residents can travel to Ireland without having to quarantine for 14 days upon return. This advice is being kept under constant review.
Ireland never closed its borders or implemented a travel ban, however anyone wanting to enter the country must fill out a Passenger Locator Form and quarantine for 14 days, with fines in place for non-compliance. There are 15 countries exempt from these restrictions, but this does not include UK.
The Foreign & Commonwealth Office states that from 4 July, there are exemptions for travelling to certain countries that no longer pose a high risk for British travellers. Malta has formed a 'travel bridge' with the UK, meaning that UK residents can travel to Malta without having to quarantine for 14 days upon return. This advice is being kept under constant review.
The Foreign & Commonwealth Office states that from 4 July, there are exemptions for travelling to certain countries that no longer pose a high risk for British travellers. The Netherlands has formed a 'travel bridge' with the UK, meaning that UK residents can travel to The Netherlands without having to quarantine for 14 days upon return. This advice is being kept under constant review.
UK arrivals into The Netherlands are currently not expected to self-isolate on arrival (apart from Leicester, who are strongly advised to self isolate for 14 days.) If you’re travelling to or from the Netherlands you must complete a health screening form.
The Foreign & Commonwealth Office states that from 4 July, there are exemptions for travelling to certain countries that no longer pose a high risk for British travellers. New Zealand (and The Cook islands) are exempt from the FCO advice against all non-essential international travel. This is based on the current assessment of COVID-19 risks. This advice is being kept under constant review.
New Zealand's borders are essentially closed at present, with any small exceptions having to self isolate for 14 days on arrival.
The Foreign & Commonwealth Office states that from 4 July, there are exemptions for travelling to certain countries that no longer pose a high risk for British travellers. Norway has formed a 'travel bridge' with the UK, meaning that UK residents can travel to Norway without having to quarantine for 14 days upon return. This advice is being kept under constant review.
From 15 July, travellers normally resident in the UK may enter Norway and are not required to self-quarantine.
The Foreign & Commonwealth Office states that from 4 July, there are exemptions for travelling to certain countries that no longer pose a high risk for British travellers. Poland has formed a 'travel bridge' with the UK, meaning that UK residents can travel to Poland without having to quarantine for 14 days upon return. This advice is being kept under constant review.
You are not required to self-isolate on arrival in Poland, if you arrive in Poland from the UK or a European Union/EFTA country.
The Foreign & Commonwealth Office states that from 4 July, there are exemptions for travelling to certain countries that no longer pose a high risk for British travellers. Madeira and the Azores are exempt from the FCO advice against all non-essential international travel. This is based on the current assessment of COVID-19 risks. This advice is being kept under constant review.
Travellers arriving to Portugal from the UK do not have to self-isolate, HOWEVER, upon return to UK, travellers must self-isolate for 14 days.
UK arrivals will be subject to health screenings, plus if travelling to Madeira, Porto Santo or the Azores, you must take a COVID-19 test before you travel or on arrival
The Foreign & Commonwealth Office currently advises British nationals against all but essential international travel. This advice is being kept under constant review.
If you’re returning to the UK, you will need to:
FCO advice against all non-essential travel to Spain now applies to the whole country, including the Balearic and Canary Islands.
Spain has formed a 'travel bridge' with the UK, meaning that UK residents can travel to Spain without having to quarantine for 14 days upon arrival. However, on Saturday 25th July, UK government announced that any traveller returning to UK must quarantine for 14 days. This advice is being kept under constant review.
Local authorities in Catalonia have asked residents only to leave their accommodation for essential activities. Meetings of more than 10 people in public or private are prohibited, and the authorities have ordered the closures of nightclubs, gyms, and restrictions to the capacity and opening hours of bars and restaurants. These measures will be in place until further notice.
The Foreign & Commonwealth Office currently advises British nationals against all but essential international travel. This advice is being kept under constant review. There are no entry restrictions for travelers from the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Liechtenstein, Iceland and the UK. That has been part of Sweden's unconventional strategy towards the virus. Non-essential travel from other countries is not permitted.
Travellers are required to self-isolate for 14 days upon return to UK.
The Foreign & Commonwealth Office states that from 4 July, there are exemptions for travelling to certain countries that no longer pose a high risk for British travellers. Switzerland is exempt from the FCO advice against all non-essential international travel. This is based on the current assessment of COVID-19 risks. This advice is being kept under constant review.
UK is currently not on the high-risk list, meaning it is not a requirement to self-isolate on arrival in Switzerland. This is being reviewed regularly.
The Foreign & Commonwealth Office currently advises British nationals against all but essential international travel. This advice is being kept under constant review. UK nationals now require a visa to enter South Africa. These will only be issued in exceptional circumstances.
Travellers returning to the UK are required to self-isolate for 14 days.
From 4 July, Thailand is exempt from the FCO advice against all non-essential international travel. This is based on the current assessment of COVID-19 risks.
However, the requirement to self-isolate on return to the UK from Thailand remains in place.
The FCO advise against going to:
The Foreign & Commonwealth Office states that from 4 July, there are exemptions for travelling to certain countries that no longer pose a high risk for British travellers. Turkey is exempt from the FCO advice against all non-essential international travel. This is based on the current assessment of COVID-19 risks. This advice is being kept under constant review.
The FCO advises against all travel to areas within 10km of the border with Syria, Hatay, Diyarbakir, Tunceli and Hakkari provinces.
Blanket restrictions on non-essential overseas travel were relaxed in the UK from 6 July, with holidaymakers now allowed to travel to 50+ countries without having to spend 14 days in quarantine when they return. This includes France, Greece, Italy, the Netherlands, Belgium, Turkey, Germany and Norway.
From 4 July UK accommodation including hotels, bed and breakfasts and campsites will be open to kick-start the UK tourism industry, however extra precautions will be in place to keep tourists safe. Most leisure facilities and tourist attractions will reopen if they can do safely, including outdoor gyms, playgrounds, cinemas, museums, galleries, theme parks and arcades.
The Foreign & Commonwealth Office currently advises British nationals against all but essential international travel. This advice is being kept under constant review.
British citizens cannot enter USA borders at present.
Certain US states are requiring travellers from other states to quarantine for 14 days on arrival.
