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Travelban, new rules and unexpected flying restrictions:

Latest country restrictions:

Taiwan
24.03.2023

Total doses given	67.6M
People fully vaccinated	20.8M
% Fully vaccinated	86.87%

Crossing Rules:
Entry restrictionsForeign passengers entering Taiwan must meet one of the following: They are holding a valid Alien Resident Certificate (ARC) or Employment Golden Card (including a Certificate of Issuance overseas) issued by Taiwan. Migrant workers travelling on a valid Alien Resident Certificate (ARC) must also hold a re-entry permit issued by Taiwan; They are holding a valid visa issued by Taiwan; or They are nationals who are subject to Visa-Exempt Entry. Residents of Hong Kong or Macau must meet one of the following when entering Taiwan: They are holding a valid Alien Resident Certificate (ARC) or Employment Golden Card (including...

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Airline Updates Flight Restriction Quarantine Vaccination

Masks Mask is required in public indoor, public transport and certain outdoor areas COVID-19 test Not required Quarantine Not required Passenger Locator Form Not required Health form Not required Vaccination Not required Visa Visa not required for 0 countries Permission Not required

Pre-travel testing (vaccinated):

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Canada
24.03.2023

Total doses given	97M
People fully vaccinated	31.8M
% Fully vaccinated	82.60%

Full Restrictions:
All travellersElectronic Travel Authorisation (eTA)Visitors travelling to Canada by air are now expected to get an electronic travel authorisation (eTA) to enter Canada.If you’re visiting Canada you’ll need an eTA to board your flight unless you’re otherwise exempted (for example, if you have a valid Canadian visa or a permanent resident card). If you have British-Canadian dual nationality you won’t be able to apply for an eTA and you’ll need to present a valid Canadian passport to board your flight to Canada.If you’re travelling by land or sea, you won’t need an eTA when you enter Canada. However, you must...

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Airline Updates Flight Restriction Quarantine Vaccination

Masks Not required COVID-19 test Not required Quarantine Not required Passenger Locator Form Not required Health form Not required Vaccination Not required Visa Visa not required for 0 countries Permission Not required

Pre-travel testing (vaccinated): None

Pre-travel testing (unvaccinated): None

Test on arrival (vaccinated): None

Test on arrival (unvaccinated): None

China
23.03.2023

Total doses given	3.5B
People fully vaccinated	1.3B
% Fully vaccinated	89.54%

Crossing Rules:
Mask requirementsAll passengers must wear a mask in the airport and during their flight to China.Form requirementsAll passengers must complete the "Health Declaration Form" here on entry and exit from China. The form will only be valid for 24 hours starting from being completed. Passengers entering China through Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport (HGH) are not permitted to enter unless they are holding a QR code confirming that they have registered online here. They are also required to complete a "Declaration Form" before boarding their flights. Test and authorisation requirementsPassengers must hold a negative PCR test result tested within 48 hours prior...

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Airline Updates Flight Restriction Quarantine Vaccination

Masks Mask is required in all public indoor, public transport and all outdoor areas COVID-19 test Negative PCR test within 48 hours prior to departure is required Quarantine May be required if a positive test result is received on arrival Passenger Locator Form Not required Health form Health Declaration form required Vaccination Not required Visa Visa not required for 2 countries Permission Not required

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Aruba
23.03.2023

Total doses given	174.5K
People fully vaccinated	84.2K
% Fully vaccinated	79.07%

Full Restrictions:
All travellersThe following requirements for entry to Aruba apply to all travellers, regardless of vaccination status.Precise rules are subject to change and you should follow any instructions given on arrival at immigration or airport testing facilities.You must get approval to travel to Aruba through the embarkation / disembarkation card online before departure.Travellers to Aruba do not need to show proof of COVID-19 vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test.Children and young peopleThere are no specific requirements for children and young people.If you’re transiting through ArubaTransiting is when you pass through one country on the way to your final destination. Check with...

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Airline Updates Flight Restriction Quarantine Vaccination

Masks Not required COVID-19 test Not required Quarantine Not required Passenger Locator Form Not required Health form A ‘Health Assessment Form’ must be completed within 72 hours prior to departure Vaccination Not required Visa Visa not required for 0 countries Permission An ‘Embarkation and Disembarkation Card’ and 'Consent to Comply with the Rules' form are required

Pre-travel testing (vaccinated): None

Pre-travel testing (unvaccinated): None

Test on arrival (vaccinated): None

Test on arrival (unvaccinated): None

Kenya
23.03.2023

Total doses given	23.4M
People fully vaccinated	10.9M
% Fully vaccinated	20.26%

Full Restrictions:
All travellersAll travellers to Kenya 12 years of age and over will be, at all ports of entry, required to show proof of either COVID-19 vaccination or a negative COVID-19 PCR test conducted no more than 72 hours before departure.Travellers with no proof of vaccination or a PCR test, or with flu-like symptoms, will be required to undergo a rapid antigen test at their own cost of 30 USD. Those who test positive on antigen RDT will be required to take a PCR test at their own cost of 50 USD and self-isolate as per Ministry of Health guidance on...

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Airline Updates Flight Restriction Quarantine Vaccination

Masks Not required COVID-19 test Not required Quarantine May be required if a positive test result is received on arrival Passenger Locator Form A Travelers Health Surveillance Form is required if showing symptoms Health form Not required Vaccination Not required Visa Visa not required for 0 countries Permission Not required

Pre-travel testing (vaccinated): None

Pre-travel testing (unvaccinated): PCR

Test on arrival (vaccinated): None

Test on arrival (unvaccinated): RAT

Indonesia
23.03.2023

Total doses given	444.3M
People fully vaccinated	172.7M
% Fully vaccinated	62.68%

Crossing Rules:
Entry restrictionsPassengers are not permitted to enter or transit though Indonesia. This includes seaman. This does not apply to the following passengers:Passengers with a visit visa;Passengers with a limited stay visa;Passengers who are eligible to obtain a visa on arrival;Passengers with a diplomatic, official or service stay permit;Passengers with a diplomatic or public service visa;Passengers holding an Indonesia Temporary Residence Card (KITAS) or Indonesia Permanent Residence Card (KITAP), provided they also hold a valid re-entry permit stamp issued by Indonesia;Passengers with a valid visa or residence visa, and the visa is issued for business, investment, employment, humanitarian or medical purposes;...

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Airline Updates Flight Restriction Quarantine Vaccination

Masks Not required COVID-19 test Not required Quarantine 5 days required Passenger Locator Form Not required Health form Passengers must obtain a Health Alert Card prior to arrival. Residents of Bali must complete a statement and guarantee letter prior to travel Vaccination Required Visa Visa not required for 0 countries Permission Not required

Pre-travel testing (vaccinated): None

Pre-travel testing (unvaccinated): PCR

Test on arrival (vaccinated): None

Test on arrival (unvaccinated): PCR / ISO

Afghanistan
23.03.2023

Total doses given	16.5M
People fully vaccinated	13.7M
% Fully vaccinated	33.38%

Full Restrictions:
All travellersThe FCDO advises against all travel to Afghanistan. All travellers are strongly advised to check current entry requirements with their travel operator, airline or their local Afghan diplomatic mission before embarking on a visit.COVID-19 entry requirements may change at short notice. The most recent advice from the IATA COVID-19 Information hub describes that all COVID-19 entry requirements for Afghanistan were lifted in May 2022. You are strongly advised to check with your travel operator or airline on requirements.Proof of vaccination statusMany airlines require proof of vaccination to allow passengers to board and you are advised to check the requirements...

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Airline Updates Flight Restriction Quarantine Vaccination

Masks Mask is required in all public indoor, public transport and certain outdoor areas COVID-19 test Negative PCR test within 72 hours prior to arrival is required Quarantine 14 days required Passenger Locator Form Not required Health form Not required Vaccination Not required Visa Visa not required for 0 countries Permission Not required

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Gambia
22.03.2023

Total doses given	1.4M
People fully vaccinated	532.1K
% Fully vaccinated	19.66%

Full Restrictions:
All travellersAirport Development and Security FeeA compulsory Airport Security Fee must be paid upon entering and exiting the country. The fee is 20 dollars, or equivalent in euros, sterling or local currency. This will be collected via marked kiosks in Banjul International Airport. Visa credit card is accepted. Children below 2 years of age and passengers in transit are exempt.CoronavirusFrom 13 December 2022, all COVID-19 travel restrictions for travellers to The Gambia have been lifted. The rules that previously applied to travellers coming to The Gambia no longer apply:you are no longer required to show proof of being fully vaccinatedyou...

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Airline Updates Flight Restriction Quarantine Vaccination

Masks Not required COVID-19 test Not required Quarantine Not required Passenger Locator Form Not required Health form Not required Vaccination Not required Visa Visa not required for 4 countries Permission Not required

Pre-travel testing (vaccinated): None

Pre-travel testing (unvaccinated): None

Test on arrival (vaccinated): None

Test on arrival (unvaccinated): None

Jordan
22.03.2023

Total doses given	10.1M
People fully vaccinated	4.6M
% Fully vaccinated	40.39%

Crossing Rules:
Form requirementsPassengers must submit a Declaration Form and present the QR code prior to departure and on arrival. This does not apply to:Nationals of Jordan, including their family members; orTransit passengers.Insurance requirementsPassengers are required to hold proof of health insurance that will cover the cost of potential Covid-19 treatments in Jordan.This does not apply to the following passengers:Nationals of Jordan; orPassengers travelling for medical tourism purposes.

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Airline Updates Flight Restriction Quarantine Vaccination

Masks Mask is required in all public indoor, public transport and certain outdoor areas COVID-19 test Not required Quarantine Not required Passenger Locator Form Not required Health form Declaration form QR code required Vaccination Not required Visa Visa not required for 0 countries Permission Not required

Pre-travel testing (vaccinated): None

Pre-travel testing (unvaccinated): None

Test on arrival (vaccinated): None

Test on arrival (unvaccinated): None

Chile
22.03.2023

Total doses given	62.7M
People fully vaccinated	17.7M
% Fully vaccinated	90.29%

Crossing Rules:
For specific entry restrictions for Rapa Nui (Easter Island), please see further below.Vaccination requirementsVaccination is not required for travel but if you are fully vaccinated you may face less travel restrictions.Passengers are considered fully vaccinated against Covid-19 if they hold proof that they have received 2 doses of a vaccine.This does not apply to nationals and residents of Chile.Insurance requirementsPassengers are advised to hold travel insurance that covers Covid-19.Test requirementsUnvaccinated passengers: Passengers who are not nationals or residents of Chile aged 18 years and older must hold a negative PCR test result obtained within 48 hours prior to departure.Vaccinated passengers: Test is...

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Airline Updates Flight Restriction Quarantine Vaccination

Masks Not required COVID-19 test Foreign passengers aged 18 years and older must hold a negative PCR test result obtained within 48 hours prior to departure. Quarantine May be required if a positive test result is received on arrival Passenger Locator Form Not required Health form Not required Vaccination Not required Visa Visa not required for 0 countries Permission Not required

Pre-travel testing (vaccinated): None

Pre-travel testing (unvaccinated): PCR

Test on arrival (vaccinated): None

Test on arrival (unvaccinated): None

Ecuador
22.03.2023

Total doses given	39.6M
People fully vaccinated	14.2M
% Fully vaccinated	79.10%

Crossing Rules:
Form requirements Passengers who show symptoms of Covid-19 on arrival must complete a Traveller's Health Declaration (Declaración de Salud del Viajero) upon arrival.

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Airline Updates Flight Restriction Quarantine Vaccination

Masks Mask is required in all public indoor, public transport and all outdoor areas COVID-19 test Not required Quarantine Not required Passenger Locator Form Not required Health form Passengers who show symptoms of Covid-19 must complete a Traveller Health Declaration on arrival Vaccination Not required Visa Visa not required for 0 countries Permission Not required

Pre-travel testing (vaccinated): None

Pre-travel testing (unvaccinated): PCR / LFT

Test on arrival (vaccinated): None

Test on arrival (unvaccinated): None

Curacao
21.03.2023

Total doses given	256K
People fully vaccinated	100K
% Fully vaccinated	52.29%

Full Restrictions:
All travellersThe following requirements for entry to Curaçao apply regardless of your vaccination status, and apply to all travellers.Precise rules are subject to change and you should follow any instructions given on arrival at immigration or airport testing facilities.You will need to complete the digital immigration card online to enter Curaçao, 48 hours prior to your departure.Travellers to Curaçao do not need to show proof of COVID-19 vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test. For further information, please see the website of the government of Curaçao.If you’re transiting through CuraçaoTransiting is when you pass through one country on the way to...

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Airline Updates Flight Restriction Quarantine Vaccination

Masks Not required COVID-19 test Not required Quarantine Not required Passenger Locator Form Not required Health form Not required Vaccination Not required Visa Visa not required for 0 countries Permission Not required

Pre-travel testing (vaccinated): None

Pre-travel testing (unvaccinated): None

Test on arrival (vaccinated): None

Test on arrival (unvaccinated): None

Gibraltar
21.03.2023

Total doses given	132.8K
People fully vaccinated	41.5K
% Fully vaccinated	126.89%

Full Restrictions:
All travellersSee the Gibraltar Tourist Board website for full details of entry requirements to Gibraltar.If you’re transiting through GibraltarThe Gibraltar-Spain border is a busy external Schengen Border and Gibraltar is outside the Customs Union. There are rules on taking food and drink into the EU, which apply when crossing the border from Gibraltar to Spain. See the Spain travel advice page for details.Entry restrictions apply for travel to Spain. If you are crossing the land border from Gibraltar into Spain you should refer to the Spain travel advice page for the latest entry requirements.You can find up to date information...

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Airline Updates Flight Restriction Quarantine Vaccination

Masks Not required COVID-19 test Not required Quarantine Not required Passenger Locator Form Not required Health form Not required Vaccination Not required Visa Visa not required for 0 countries Permission Not required

Pre-travel testing (vaccinated): None

Pre-travel testing (unvaccinated): None

Test on arrival (vaccinated): None

Test on arrival (unvaccinated): None

Saint Lucia
21.03.2023

Total doses given	123K
People fully vaccinated	55K
% Fully vaccinated	30.56%

Crossing Rules:

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Airline Updates Flight Restriction Quarantine Vaccination

Masks Not required COVID-19 test Not required Quarantine Not required Passenger Locator Form Not required Health form Not required Vaccination Not required Visa Visa not required for 5 countries Permission Not required

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Gibraltar
20.03.2023

Total doses given	132.8K
People fully vaccinated	41.5K
% Fully vaccinated	126.89%

Crossing Rules:

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Airline Updates Flight Restriction Quarantine Vaccination

Masks Not required COVID-19 test Not required Quarantine Not required Passenger Locator Form Not required Health form Not required Vaccination Not required Visa Visa not required for 0 countries Permission Not required

Pre-travel testing (vaccinated): None

Pre-travel testing (unvaccinated): None

Test on arrival (vaccinated): None

Test on arrival (unvaccinated): None

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