United Kingdom travel restrictions
Airlines Updates | Published on 18.01.2021 Published on 14.12.2020 Published on 27.11.2020 Published on 20.11.2020 Published on 13.11.2020 Published on 09.11.2020 Published on 08.11.2020 Published on 06.11.2020 Published on 04.11.2020 Published on 03.11.2020 Published on 02.11.2020 Published on 30.10.2020 Published on 28.10.2020 Published on 27.10.2020 Published on 26.10.2020 26.10.2020 Virgin Atlantic in last week’s schedule update filed additional adjustment to its planned operation for the month of November 2020. As of 23OCT20, planned operation as follows. Additional changes remain highly possible. London Heathrow – Atlanta 3 weekly 787-9 Planned 1 daily A350-1000XWB service to Atlanta and Johannesburg from 16NOV20, has been postponed to 01DEC20 at the earliest. Published on 25.10.2020 22.10.2020 Virgin Atlantic in recent schedule update delayed planned Airbus A350-1000XWB service introduction on Atlanta and Johannesburg. Previously scheduled from 25OCT20, planned A350 service has been tentatively scheduled to 16NOV20. Additional changes remain highly possible. London Heathrow – Atlanta London Heathrow – Johannesburg Published on 21.10.2020 Published on 20.10.2020 18.10.2020 Wizz Air in the last few weeks continue to adjust planned operation for Wizz Air UK, due various travel restrictions and market demand. As of 17OCT20, Wizz Air UK’s planned operation, under “W9” flight numbers, for the month of November 2020 as follows. Additional changes remain likely. Doncaster/Sheffield – Larnaca 2 weekly 18.10.2020 British Airways as of Friday 16OCT20 filed latest adjustment to its planned Intercontinental network, for the month of November 2020. Latest adjustment sees selected destinations remain cancelled or continue to be served at reduced frequencies. Planned A380 service resumption has been postponed to 01DEC20 at the earliest, in latest update. Additional changes remain highly possible, due to various travel restrictions. London Gatwick – Antigua – Providenciales 2 weekly 777-200ER Published on 18.10.2020 Published on 17.10.2020 Published on 16.10.2020 Published on 15.10.2020 Published on 12.10.2020 Published on 10.10.2020 Published on 09.10.2020 09.10.2020 Indian low-cost carrier SpiceJet from December 2020 is launching scheduled service to the UK, with Delhi – London Heathrow and Mumbai – London Heathrow route scheduled, with leased Airbus A330-900neo aircraft. Delhi – London Heathrow eff 04DEC20 1 weekly Mumbai – London Heathrow eff 06DEC20 1 weekly Published on 07.10.2020 Published on 01.10.2020 Published on 30.09.2020 30.09.2020 BA CityFlyer during the month of October 2020 schedules following service to/from London City. As of 27SEP20, planned operation for the period of 01OCT20 – 24OCT20 as follows. Various travel restrictions may lead to last minute service adjustment. London City – Amsterdam 10-11 weekly 29.09.2020 Qatar Airways in this week’s schedule update filed additional changes to its Northern winter 2020/21 operations to the UK, effective 25OCT20 – 27MAR21. Latest adjustment as of 24SEP20 as follows. Doha – Edinburgh Reduce from 7 to 4 weekly. 787-8 replaces A350-900XWB (2 of 4 weekly by A350 from 01FEB21, all 4 weekly by A350 from 01MAR21) Previously reported changes: Following routes remain unchanged for the moment: 29.09.2020 British Airways during the month of October 2020 plans to operate following Intercontinental routes, as of 25SEP20. Planned operation for the period of 01OCT20 – 24OCT20 as follows. Last minute changes remain highly possible. London Gatwick – Antigua 2 weekly 777-200ER (5 weekly from 12OCT20) Published on 25.09.2020 Published on 09.09.2020 Published on 04.09.2020 Published on 02.09.2020 Published on 01.09.2020 Published on 31.08.2020 28.08.2020 Jet2.com in summer 2021 season plans to introduce various new routes to Cyprus, Greece and Portugal. Planned operation includes the following. Belfast International – Larnaca eff 02MAY21 1 weekly 737-800 Published on 27.08.2020 Published on 26.08.2020 Published on 25.08.2020 Published on 24.08.2020 Published on 22.08.2020 Published on 21.08.2020 Published on 20.08.2020 Published on 19.08.2020 Published on 17.08.2020 Published on 15.08.2020 Published on 14.08.2020 Published on 13.08.2020 Published on 12.08.2020 Published on 11.08.2020 11.08.2020 British Airways on Monday (10AUG20) filed additional schedule update for Northern winter 2020/21 season, mainly focusing on South Africa service. Latest adjustment, includes changes not covered from last week, as follows. London Gatwick – Orlando eff 21NOV20 Reduce from 7 to 3 weekly, 777-200ER operating (Frequency reduction from late-Nov previously not covered) Previously reported changes: London Heathrow – Buenos Aires Ezeiza Reduce from 7 to 5 weekly, 787-8 replaces 3-class 777-200ER London Heathrow – Dallas/Ft. Worth 787-9 replaces 747-400, 1 daily (Aircraft change filed prior to COVID19 impact) London Heathrow – Denver 787-9 replaces 747-400, 1 daily London Heathrow – Durban 3 weekly 787-8 service cancelled in NW20 London Heathrow – Male Planned 3 weekly 777-300ER service replacing London Gatwick unchanged (Previously not reported, new 4-class 777-300ER to operate from 01JAN21) London Heathrow – Montreal Reduce from 7 to 4 weekly, 787-8 operating London Heathrow – Nairobi Reduce from 7 to 5 weekly, 777-200ER operating London Heathrow – San Jose CA Reduce from 7 to 4 weekly, 787-9 operating London Heathrow – Toronto London Heathrow – Vancouver 777-200ER replaces 747-400, 1 daily Published on 10.08.2020 Published on 08.08.2020 Published on 07.08.2020 Published on 05.08.2020 05.08.2020 British Airways this week filed changes to its North American operation during winter 2020/21 season, from 25OCT20 to 27MAR21. This week’s update sees the airline file operational aircraft changes for Boeing 747-400 replacement, although the oneWorld carrier continues to display 747-400 operation in its network as of 04AUG20. As the airline’s schedule update is incomplete for the moment, additional changes will be reflected during the course of next few weeks, pending on latest market condition. London City – New York JFK (westbound via Shannon) 1 daily A318 service cancelled, reservation closed London Heathrow – Chicago O’Hare London Heathrow – San Jose CA 1 daily 787-9 04.08.2020 British Airways during the month of August 2020 schedules 101 European routes out of London Heathrow, including domestic service, with approximate 805 weekly departures. Planned operation based on 02AUG20 OAG schedules listing as follow. Note due to various travel restriction and quarantine rule, planned operation listed below remains subject to change and may see last minute modifications. The following list does not include flights operated by BA CityFlyer. Domestic Europe Published on 03.08.2020 Published on 28.07.2020 Published on 27.07.2020 Published on 26.07.2020 Published on 23.07.2020 23.07.2020 British Airways this week filed changes to its Intercontinental operation for the month of September 2020. As of 22JUL20, planned operation as follows. Various travel restrictions continue to impact the airline’s planned operation and passenger traffic rights. Additional changes expected in the next few weeks. London Gatwick – Antigua – Providenciales 1 weekly 777-200ER Published on 22.07.2020 Published on 21.07.2020 21.07.2020 British Airways in the second half of July 2020 continues gradual network resumption on various European routes. Previously reported on Airlineroute, the airline is moving short-haul London Gatwick service to Heathrow, at least until 06SEP20 the latest. Planned operation for the remainder of July, with frequency based on week of 19JUL20, as follows. London Heathrow – Aberdeen 14 weekly Published on 20.07.2020 Published on 15.07.2020 Published on 14.07.2020 Published on 13.07.2020 13.07.2020 Norwegian Air UK (DI) in recent weeks revised planned service resumption. As of 12JUL20 OAG schedules listing, the airline intends to resume scheduled long-haul operation as early as 09DEC20, although this is likely to change. Reservation is available at time this post goes to press. Preliminary Norwegian Air UK’s long-haul routes for winter season as follows. London Gatwick – Boston 1 daily (5 weekly 07JAN21 – 27MAR21) 13.07.2020 British carrier Jet2.com this week will resume scheduled operation, initially operating slightly over 200 routes during the period of 15JUL20 – 26AUG20. All service will be operated by Boeing 737-800 aircraft, while selected service to/from Manchester also sees Airbus A321 operating. Various travel restrictions will impact the airline’s planned operation. Belfast – Alicante eff 18JUL20 1 weekly 737-800 Edinburgh – Ibiza eff 09AUG20 3 weekly 737-800 Leeds/Bradford – Fuerteventura eff 18JUL20 2 weekly 737-800 London Stansted – Dubrovnik eff 18JUL20 1 weekly 737-800 Published on 11.07.2020 Published on 10.07.2020 Published on 08.07.2020 06.07.2020 British Airways during the week of 05JUL20 schedules 61 European routes from London Heathrow, with 365 weekly departure flights, including domestic service to Aberdeen, Belfast, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Jersey and Manchester. As of 03JUL20, planned operation for the week of 05JUL20 as follows. Various travel restrictions will impact the airline’s planned operation. London Heathrow – Aberdeen 11 weekly The oneWorld member will gradually resume additional European routes by mid-July 2020. Previously reported on Airlineroute, BA’s short-haul service to/from London Gatwick will move to London Heathrow from mid-July 2020, at least until 07SEP20 inclusive. Published on 03.07.2020 01.07.2020 London Gatwick – Bermuda eff 17JUL20 2 weekly 777 TUI Airways UK from July 2020 plans to resume scheduled passenger operation, initially operating from Birmingham, London Gatwick and Manchester on 11JUL20. Other bases will be resumed during summer schedule, including Dublin from 23JUL20, Bristol and Glasgow from 25JUL20, and following from 01AUG20: Bournemouth, Cardiff, Doncaster/Sheffield, East Midlands, Exeter, London Stansted, Newcastle. For July 2020, the airline schedules 293 flights in total, based on 28JUN20 OAG schedules (9210 flights as of 08MAR20). The following only focuses on planned operation for July and August 2020. Additional frequencies and routes to be resumed on/after 29AUG20 is excluded in this list. Additional changes remainly likely. Birmingham – Alicante eff 25JUL20 1 weekly 30.06.2020 British Airways in the last few weeks gradually filed changes to its network at London Gatwick, for summer 2020 season. Upon service resumption from 15JUL20, the airline will not be resuming following routes for the remainder of summer 2020 season. London Gatwick – Almeria Published on 30.06.2020 Published on 27.06.2020 Published on 26.06.2020 23.06.2020 Virgin Atlantic during the weekend of 20JUN20’s schedule update revised planned operation for the remainder of summer 2020 season, when the airline resumes regular passenger service from 20JUL20. The revised summer schedule sees service focusing on London Heathrow, as well as 1 route from Manchester. Planned operation listed below may still be affected by travel restrictions on selected countries. London Heathrow – Antigua eff 01OCT20 1 weekly 787-9 Eastern Airways starting today (22JUN20) gradually restores scheduled operation, initially operating at reduced frequencies. Planned operation between 22JUN20 and 28AUG20, based on 21JUN20 OAG schedules, as follows. Additional changes remain possible. Aberdeen – Humberside 5 weekly Jetstream J41 Published on 22.06.2020 Published on 12.06.2020 Published on 08.06.2020 British Airways July 2020 London Heathrow domestic network as of 04JUN20 British Airways in the last few days filed domestic operations from London Heathrow for the month of July 2020, as the airline resumes service to Belfast, Inverness, Manchester, Newcastle and Newquay. Planned operation in July 2020, as of 04JUN20 as follows. London Heathrow – Aberdeen 14 weekly London Heathrow – Isle of Man service is currently not scheduled in July 2020. Virgin Atlantic to resume passenger flights in July
Published on 03.06.2020 Published on 02.06.2020 Published on 01.06.2020 Published on 29.05.2020 Published on 27.05.2020 Published on 22.05.2020 |
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Movement restrictions | National movement restrictions: Partially bannedRestrictive measures mandatory between 30 October 2020 to TBD Nottinghamshire has entered the highest level of Covid restrictions. International movement restrictions: FreeRestrictive measures mandatory between to TBD Suggestion: people discouraged from travel except for essential cases |
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Quarantine | Self-isolation at own accommodation. British citizens and other foreigners arriving will be assigned to a 14-day quarantine, dependent on the country of travel. Find here a full list of countries where travelers arriving in England will be exempt from quarantine measures. **Jersey: Jersey will quarantine arrivals from France for at least five days and during that time test the travelers twice for coronavirus. Travelers will remain in isolation until they have tested negative for coronavirus, in hotel rooms provided for them that they will have to pay for. French tourists who refuse to be tested will have to self-isolate for 14 days. |
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Certification | COVID-19 negative certification required for entering the country. International arrivals to England and Scotland, including UK nationals, must present negative COVID-19 test before departure as of Jan. 8. From 4am on Monday 18 January 2021, you must have proof of a negative coronavirus (COVID-19) test to travel to England. You must take a test even if: you are a UK citizen or you are coming from a country on the travel corridors list. You must take the test in the 3 days before you start your journey to England. |
Shop and Events | Non-essential shops closure: Partially closedRestrictive measures mandatory between 24 July 2020 to TBD Face coverings to be mandatory in England in shops and other enclosed spaces for all people aged over 11 from 24 July. Events stop: Partially bannedRestrictive measures mandatory between 09 October 2020 to TBD In Scotland, from Friday at 6pm, all pubs, bars, restaurants and cafes must operate on a daytime-only basis, from 6am to 6pm, and for the service of food and non-alcoholic drinks only. They can continue to serve alcohol outdoors up to the current curfew of 10pm. Measures to last for 16 days. |
Schools/Univercity closure | Schools/Univ. closure: Partially closedRestrictive measures mandatory between 29 June 2020 to TBD School pupils return in Wales with around one third attending at any one time and social distancing in place. |
Other | Other: closed/cancelledRestrictive measures mandatory between 24 September 2020 to TBD From 14 October a 3-tier system for local measures is introduced in England. Details in Source 1. So far only Liverpool is in the highest tier. |
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United Kingdom emergency measures introduced at the border to be in place for at least one month in order to protect the UK against new variantsall international arrivals to the UK from any country (including British and Irish Nationals) must now take a pre-departure test and self-isolate for 10 dayspassengers must continue to fill in a Passenger Locator Form and have a negative test before travelling to the UK or could face a £500 fine for each
The government has today (15 January 2021) announced emergency border measures to prevent the spread of concerning new variants of coronavirus (COVID-19) into the UK, such as those first identified in Brazil and South America, and to protect us against the risk of as yet unidentified new strains.
From Monday 18 January at 4am, all travel corridors with the UK will be suspended – meaning that all international arrivals who have departed from or transited through any country outside the Common Travel Area in the previous 10 days will be required to both take a pre-departure test, and self-isolate immediately for 10 days on arrival. This includes British and Irish nationals.
This urgent action is in response to increasing concern over the transmissibility and virulence of new strains evolving internationally. It will also ensure that the government is able to protect the progress being made on the country’s vaccination programme.
This move will be supported by increased enforcement, both at the border and across the UK, with Border Force increasing the number of spot checks on passengers that have entered the country.
International travel corridors have been in place since July 2020 for countries and territories where critical analysis suggests the risk of COVID-19 can be mitigated.
However, the level of risk associated with the emergence of new variants globally has now increased, requiring more stringent measures to block all potential avenues through which new strains of the virus could enter the UK while we consider how best to respond.
The new measures will be reviewed on Monday 15 February – while further work takes place to manage the threat posed by coronavirus variants.
https://www.gov.uk/government/news/all-uk-travel-corridors-temporarily-suspended-to-protect-against-new-international-variants
United Kingdom Latest News: Authorities extend ban on travelers entering country from 11 southern African countries (Reuters, 07.01.2021). England to return to COVID-19 lockdown from midnight (Reuters, 04.01.2021). Scotland reintroduces COVID-19 lockdown from 4 January (Reuters, 03.01.2021).
International Restrictions:
From 4am on 15 January, visitors who have been in or transited through Uruguay, Guyana, French Guiana, Peru, Ecuador, Colombia, Bolivia, Panama, Cape Verde, Brazil, Argentina, Chile, Suriname, Venezuela, Portugal (including the autonomous regions of Madeira and Azores) in the previous 10 days cannot enter the UK. British and Irish nationals, and third country nationals with residence rights in the UK arriving in the UK from Uruguay will need to self-isolate with their households on their return.
International arrivals to England and Scotland, including UK nationals, must present negative COVID-19 test before departure as of 08JAN21.
From 4am on Saturday 9 January, visitors arriving into the UK who have been in or transited through the linked list of African countries in the previous 10 days will not be permitted entry. British and Irish nationals, longer-term visa holders and permanent residents arriving in the UK from Malawi, need to self-isolate on their return.
Several countries have banned or will ban flights and travellers from the UK after the British government said on Sunday that the spread of a more-infectious new strain of the coronavirus was now “out of control”.
Here are the countries that have announced travel bans so far:
• Argentina has banned flights from the UK. It said the last flight from the UK would arrive in the country on Monday.
• Belgium banned flights from the UK for at least 24 hours from midnight on Sunday.
• Bulgaria said flights to and from the UK would be suspended from midnight Sunday until January 31.
• Canada is banning all UK flights for 72 hours.
• Chile announced that it would suspend flights from the UK effective Tuesday.
• Colombia will suspend all flights to the UK.
• Croatia said it would temporarily suspend passenger air traffic from the UK for 48 hours.
• Denmark has suspended flights from the UK for 48 hours starting Monday at 09:00 GMT.
• El Salvador‘s President Nayib Bukele said anyone who had been in Britain or South Africa in the past 30 days will not be allowed to enter the country.
• Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania have halted flights from the UK.
• Finland has barred flights from the UK for two weeks.
• France has banned all travel from the UK for 48 hours, including journeys “related to goods transport by road, air, sea or rail”.
• Germany halted all air links with the UK from midnight on Sunday, with the ban initially slated to last until December 31. Cargo flights will be exempt.
• Hong Kong will ban flights from the UK over new coronavirus strain.
• Italy has blocked flights from Great Britain and the “entry into Italy of people who have stayed there during the last 14 days”. The new strain has been found in one person in Italy who recently returned from the UK.
• Iran has ordered flights from the UK suspended for two weeks.
• Ireland has banned all flights arriving from the UK from midnight Sunday for at least 48 hours.
• Israel said it was barring entry to foreign citizens travelling from the UK, Denmark and South Africa.
• Kuwait has added the UK to a list of “high-risk” nations and banned flights.
• Mauritius has advised that individuals who have been in the UK within the previous 15 days will not be allowed entry to Mauritius.
• Morocco banned all flights to the UK beginning on Sunday.
• All passenger flights from the UK to the Netherlands have been banned until January 1, the Dutch government said. It later banned ferry passengers as well.
• Poland will be suspending flights from the UK starting from midnight on Monday.
• Romania has banned all flights to and from the UK for two weeks starting on Monday afternoon.
• Switzerland has stopped flights until further notice.
• Turkey said flights from the UK, Denmark – where nine cases of the new strain have been detected – the Netherlands and South Africa will be suspended.
From 4am on Saturday 9 December, visitors arriving into the UK who have been in or transited through Mauritius,Botswana, Zambia, Namibia, Angola, Mozambique, Lesotho, Malawi, Eswatini, Zimbabwe, Seychelles in the previous 10 days will not be permitted entry.
British and Irish nationals, longer-term visa holders and permanent residents arriving in the UK from these countries on or after 4am on 9 December will need to self-isolate on their return.
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), you need to complete a passenger locator form before you arrive in the UK. You may also need to self-isolate for up to 14 days when you arrive, depending on where you’ve travelled from. You need to self-isolate in the place you’re staying for the first 14 days after you arrive, unless you’ve only visited an exempt country, territory or region. This is because of coronavirus (COVID-19). There are different self-isolation rules and penalties if you’re travelling to Scotland, Wales or Northern Ireland. You may not have to self-isolate if you are travelling from one of the countries, territories or regions listed here. Your passport or identity card will be checked when you arrive at a UK port or airport to make sure you’re allowed to come into the country. It should be valid for the whole of your stay. You may also need a visa to come into or travel through the UK, depending on your nationality.
Internal Restrictions:
On October 31, Prime Minister Boris Johnson outlined new restrictions in response to the continuing spread of coronavirus.
See specific guidance for England ; Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.
United Kingdom Latest News: Authorities extend ban on travelers entering country from 11 southern African countries (Reuters, 07.01.2021). England to return to COVID-19 lockdown from midnight (Reuters, 04.01.2021). Scotland reintroduces COVID-19 lockdown from 4 January (Reuters, 03.01.2021).
International Restrictions:
International arrivals to England and Scotland, including UK nationals, must present negative COVID-19 test before departure as of 08JAN21.
From 4am on Saturday 9 January, visitors arriving into the UK who have been in or transited through the linked list of African countries in the previous 10 days will not be permitted entry. British and Irish nationals, longer-term visa holders and permanent residents arriving in the UK from Malawi, need to self-isolate on their return.
Several countries have banned or will ban flights and travellers from the UK after the British government said on Sunday that the spread of a more-infectious new strain of the coronavirus was now “out of control”.
Here are the countries that have announced travel bans so far:
• Argentina has banned flights from the UK. It said the last flight from the UK would arrive in the country on Monday.
• Belgium banned flights from the UK for at least 24 hours from midnight on Sunday.
• Bulgaria said flights to and from the UK would be suspended from midnight Sunday until January 31.
• Canada is banning all UK flights for 72 hours.
• Chile announced that it would suspend flights from the UK effective Tuesday.
• Colombia will suspend all flights to the UK.
• Croatia said it would temporarily suspend passenger air traffic from the UK for 48 hours.
• Denmark has suspended flights from the UK for 48 hours starting Monday at 09:00 GMT.
• El Salvador‘s President Nayib Bukele said anyone who had been in Britain or South Africa in the past 30 days will not be allowed to enter the country.
• Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania have halted flights from the UK.
• Finland has barred flights from the UK for two weeks.
• France has banned all travel from the UK for 48 hours, including journeys “related to goods transport by road, air, sea or rail”.
• Germany halted all air links with the UK from midnight on Sunday, with the ban initially slated to last until December 31. Cargo flights will be exempt.
• Hong Kong will ban flights from the UK over new coronavirus strain.
• Italy has blocked flights from Great Britain and the “entry into Italy of people who have stayed there during the last 14 days”. The new strain has been found in one person in Italy who recently returned from the UK.
• Iran has ordered flights from the UK suspended for two weeks.
• Ireland has banned all flights arriving from the UK from midnight Sunday for at least 48 hours.
• Israel said it was barring entry to foreign citizens travelling from the UK, Denmark and South Africa.
• Kuwait has added the UK to a list of “high-risk” nations and banned flights.
• Mauritius has advised that individuals who have been in the UK within the previous 15 days will not be allowed entry to Mauritius.
• Morocco banned all flights to the UK beginning on Sunday.
• All passenger flights from the UK to the Netherlands have been banned until January 1, the Dutch government said. It later banned ferry passengers as well.
• Poland will be suspending flights from the UK starting from midnight on Monday.
• Romania has banned all flights to and from the UK for two weeks starting on Monday afternoon.
• Switzerland has stopped flights until further notice.
• Turkey said flights from the UK, Denmark – where nine cases of the new strain have been detected – the Netherlands and South Africa will be suspended.
From 4am on Saturday 9 December, visitors arriving into the UK who have been in or transited through Mauritius,Botswana, Zambia, Namibia, Angola, Mozambique, Lesotho, Malawi, Eswatini, Zimbabwe, Seychelles in the previous 10 days will not be permitted entry.
British and Irish nationals, longer-term visa holders and permanent residents arriving in the UK from these countries on or after 4am on 9 December will need to self-isolate on their return.
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), you need to complete a passenger locator form before you arrive in the UK. You may also need to self-isolate for up to 14 days when you arrive, depending on where you’ve travelled from. You need to self-isolate in the place you’re staying for the first 14 days after you arrive, unless you’ve only visited an exempt country, territory or region. This is because of coronavirus (COVID-19). There are different self-isolation rules and penalties if you’re travelling to Scotland, Wales or Northern Ireland. You may not have to self-isolate if you are travelling from one of the countries, territories or regions listed here. Your passport or identity card will be checked when you arrive at a UK port or airport to make sure you’re allowed to come into the country. It should be valid for the whole of your stay. You may also need a visa to come into or travel through the UK, depending on your nationality.
Internal Restrictions:
On October 31, Prime Minister Boris Johnson outlined new restrictions in response to the continuing spread of coronavirus.
See specific guidance for England ; Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.
United Kingdom Latest News: Manchester Airport issues warning for travelers to check with airlines following cancellations caused new COVID-19 variant (Manchester Evening New, 21.12.2020). Eurostar to cancel trains between London and Paris, Brussels, Amsterdam after governments close borders to arrivals from U.K. (Daily Express, 21.12.2020). Authorities from Austria, Belgium, France, Germany, the Netherlands ban international passenger flights and trains with the UK effective 23:59, 20DEC20 (Garda, 20.12.20). Southend Airport reopens terminal for holiday flights (Echo News, 18.12.2020). Authorities in Northern Ireland impose six-week COVID-19 lockdown (Reuters, 17.12.2020).
International Restrictions:
Several countries have banned or will ban flights and travellers from the UK after the British government said on Sunday that the spread of a more-infectious new strain of the coronavirus was now “out of control”.
Here are the countries that have announced travel bans so far:
• Argentina has banned flights from the UK. It said the last flight from the UK would arrive in the country on Monday.
• Belgium banned flights from the UK for at least 24 hours from midnight on Sunday.
• Bulgaria said flights to and from the UK would be suspended from midnight Sunday until January 31.
• Canada is banning all UK flights for 72 hours.
• Chile announced that it would suspend flights from the UK effective Tuesday.
• Colombia will suspend all flights to the UK.
• Croatia said it would temporarily suspend passenger air traffic from the UK for 48 hours.
• Denmark has suspended flights from the UK for 48 hours starting Monday at 09:00 GMT.
• El Salvador‘s President Nayib Bukele said anyone who had been in Britain or South Africa in the past 30 days will not be allowed to enter the country.
• Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania have halted flights from the UK.
• Finland has barred flights from the UK for two weeks.
• France has banned all travel from the UK for 48 hours, including journeys “related to goods transport by road, air, sea or rail”.
• Germany halted all air links with the UK from midnight on Sunday, with the ban initially slated to last until December 31. Cargo flights will be exempt.
• Hong Kong will ban flights from the UK over new coronavirus strain.
• Italy has blocked flights from Great Britain and the “entry into Italy of people who have stayed there during the last 14 days”. The new strain has been found in one person in Italy who recently returned from the UK.
• Iran has ordered flights from the UK suspended for two weeks.
• Ireland has banned all flights arriving from the UK from midnight Sunday for at least 48 hours.
• Israel said it was barring entry to foreign citizens travelling from the UK, Denmark and South Africa.
• Kuwait has added the UK to a list of “high-risk” nations and banned flights.
• Morocco banned all flights to the UK beginning on Sunday.
• All passenger flights from the UK to the Netherlands have been banned until January 1, the Dutch government said. It later banned ferry passengers as well.
• Poland will be suspending flights from the UK starting from midnight on Monday.
• Romania has banned all flights to and from the UK for two weeks starting on Monday afternoon.
• Switzerland has stopped flights until further notice.
• Turkey said flights from the UK, Denmark – where nine cases of the new strain have been detected – the Netherlands and South Africa will be suspended.
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), you need to complete a passenger locator form before you arrive in the UK. You may also need to self-isolate for up to 14 days when you arrive, depending on where you’ve travelled from. You need to self-isolate in the place you’re staying for the first 14 days after you arrive, unless you’ve only visited an exempt country, territory or region. This is because of coronavirus (COVID-19). There are different self-isolation rules and penalties if you’re travelling to Scotland, Wales or Northern Ireland. You may not have to self-isolate if you are travelling from one of the countries, territories or regions listed here. Your passport or identity card will be checked when you arrive at a UK port or airport to make sure you’re allowed to come into the country. It should be valid for the whole of your stay. You may also need a visa to come into or travel through the UK, depending on your nationality.
Internal Restrictions:
On October 31, Prime Minister Boris Johnson outlined new restrictions in response to the continuing spread of coronavirus.
See specific guidance for England ; Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.
United Kingdom European nations have begun to apply travel bans with the UK after it reported a more infectious and “out of control” coronavirus variant.
Ireland, Germany, France, Italy, the Netherlands and Belgium are all halting flights and travel. The measures vary and are initially generally short-term.
An EU meeting will be held on Monday morning to discuss a more co-ordinated response.
The new variant has spread quickly in London and south-east England.
Prime Minister Boris Johnson on Saturday introduced a new tier four level of restrictions for those areas, scrapping a planned relaxation of rules over the Christmas period for millions of people.
Within hours of the UK announcement on Saturday, the Netherlands said it would ban all passenger flights from the UK from 06:00 (05:00 GMT) on Sunday until 1 January.
Pending “greater clarity” on the situation in the UK, the Dutch government said that further “risk of the new virus strain being introduced to the Netherlands should be minimised as much as possible”.
Belgium is suspending flights and train arrivals from the UK from midnight on Sunday. Prime Minister Alexander De Croo told Belgian television channel VRT the ban would be in place for at least 24 hours as a “precautionary measure”, adding “we will see later if we need additional measures”.
Ireland, the government announced that flights arriving from the UK would be banned for 48 hours at least from midnight, and “in the interests of public health, people in Britain, regardless of nationality, should not travel to Ireland, by air or sea”.
Ferry crossings for freight would continue.
In Germany, an order from the ministry of transport said planes from the UK would not be allowed to land after midnight on Sunday, although cargo would be an exception. Health Minister Jens Spahn said the UK variant had not yet been detected in Germany.
France has suspended all travel links including freight lorries with the UK for 48 hours from midnight. It said the period should be used to provide a co-ordinated European response. Thousands of lorries move between the countries every day. The UK Cabinet Office is to meet on Monday to assess the impact on trade.
In response to France’s ban, Eurotunnel has said it will suspend access to its Folkestone terminal from 22:00 GMT for traffic heading to Calais. People booked to travel on Monday can get a refund. Trains will still run from Calais to Folkestone.
Austria is also planning a ban on flights from the UK, with details currently being worked out, local media reported.
Bulgaria has suspended flights to and from the UK from midnight but, unlike the short-term measures in many other nations, its ban lasts until 31 January.
Turkey has temporarily banned all flights from the UK.
A European Council meeting will be held at 10:00 GMT on Monday on co-ordinating EU actions.
United Kingdom LONDON — Alarmed by a fast-spreading variant of the coronavirus, Prime Minister Boris Johnson abruptly reversed course on Saturday and imposed a wholesale lockdown on London and most of England’s southeast, banning Christmas-season gatherings beyond individual households.
The decision, which Mr. Johnson announced after an emergency meeting of his cabinet, came after the government got new evidence of a variant first detected several weeks ago in Southeast England, which the prime minister asserted was as much as 70 percent more transmissible than previous versions.
The new measures, which take effect on Sunday, are designed, in effect, to cut off the capital and its surrounding counties from the rest of England. They are the most severe measures the British government has taken since it imposed a lockdown on the country back in March, and reflect a fear that the new variant could supercharge the transmission of the virus as winter takes hold.
“When the virus changes its method of attack, we must change our method of defense,” a somber Mr. Johnson said on Saturday. “We have to act on information as we have it, because this is now spreading very fast.”
Viral mutations are not uncommon, and British officials said this variant had been detected in a handful of other countries, without naming them. But the government’s medical experts expressed alarm about its apparent infectiousness, noting that it now accounts for more than 60 percent of the new infections reported in London.
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United Kingdom London will return to a strict lockdown this week, after coronavirus cases soared in the British capital, UK Health Secretary Matt Hancock said Monday.
Hancock said London will be moved from England’s Tier 2 “high alert” local restrictions to the “very high” Tier 3 on Wednesday morning at 12:00 a.m., along with nearby areas in south and west Essex, and south Hertfordshire.
Under the highest restriction level, all hospitality venues including pubs, cafes and restaurants will close except for takeout and delivery.
People should avoid traveling outside their area and reduce the number of journeys they make wherever possible.
“Over the last three weeks we’ve seen very sharp exponential rises in the virus across London, Kent, parts of Essex and Hertfordshire,” said the health secretary.
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United Kingdom The government has reduced the period of quarantine required for travelers entering the U.K. Since the U.K. reopened travel in July, it’s implemented a system of a 14-day quarantine period for anyone entering from a high-risk destination — known as a travel corridor.
However, on Friday, the government announced that the quarantine period will be reduced from 14 days to 10 days. The new self-isolation period applies to all four nations of the United Kingdom: England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. (It’s worth noting that the 10-day quarantine period already applies to Wales.)
As of Monday, December 14 at 12:01 a.m., the new, reduced quarantine period takes effect. Not only does the reduced quarantine period apply to travelers entering the country from non-travel corridor countries, but it also applies to those who have been in contact with someone with a confirmed case.
United Kingdom It has been announced that as of December 15, 2020, international travelers arriving into England from “high-risk” areas will have a new option to reduce their mandatory 14-day quarantine. With this new program:
Travelers will instead be able to self-quarantine for five days
At that point they can get a coronavirus test from a private provider, and if they test negative they can be released from their self-quarantine
Since it usually takes 24-48 hours to get test results, at a minimum people are still looking at self-quarantining for six to seven days.
The announcement came from Grant Shapps, the UK’s Secretary of State for Transport.
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United Kingdom Latest News: New lockdown bans England residents from traveling abroad from 5 November to 2 December (Which.co.uk, 02.11.2020). Welsh government will impose full lockdown for two weeks from 23 October (France 24, 19.10.2020). Italy added to U.K.’s quarantine list, island of Crete removed (BBC, 16.10.2020).
International Restrictions:
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), you need to complete a passenger locator form before you arrive in the UK. You may also need to self-isolate for up to 14 days when you arrive, depending on where you’ve travelled from. You need to self-isolate in the place you’re staying for the first 14 days after you arrive, unless you’ve only visited an exempt country, territory or region. This is because of coronavirus (COVID-19). There are different self-isolation rules and penalties if you’re travelling to Scotland, Wales or Northern Ireland. You may not have to self-isolate if you are travelling from one of the countries, territories or regions listed here. Your passport or identity card will be checked when you arrive at a UK port or airport to make sure you’re allowed to come into the country. It should be valid for the whole of your stay. You may also need a visa to come into or travel through the UK, depending on your nationality.
Internal Restrictions:
On October 31, Prime Minister Boris Johnson outlined new restrictions in response to the continuing spread of coronavirus.
See specific guidance for England ; Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.
United Kingdom Airlines have canceled flights and called for additional government support after the UK announced plans to enter a second lockdown for at least a month after rising cases of COVID-19.
The new restrictions, which come into force on Thursday Nov. 5, mean that all UK residents are banned from non-essential international travel.
Although initially planned for one month, ministers have hinted that the restrictions could be extended if the spread of coronavirus is not brought under control.
“People cannot travel internationally or within the UK, unless for work, education or other legally permitted exemptions,” British Prime Minister Boris Johnson said.
“Overnight stays away from primary residences will not be allowed, except for specific exceptions including for work. Inbound international travel will continue to be governed by the travel corridor approach, and those currently on a domestic holiday will be allowed to finish their holidays, but are still subject to the requirements in England not to go out without a reasonable excuse.”
Low-cost carrier easyJet has outlined plans to review its schedule in the next month, with CEO Johan Lundgren saying the government’s “sudden announcement” means it will “operate its planned schedule until Thursday and will be reviewing its flying program over the lockdown period.”
“It is likely that much of the UK touching schedule will be canceled during lockdown with our planned flying set to resume in early December,” Lundgren added.
Fellow LCC Ryanair has hit out at European governments’ handling of the COVID-19 crisis, after the first set of restrictions contributed to a €197 million ($229 million) loss for the six months to September as passenger numbers fell by 80% to 17 million.
“The group expects to carry approximately 38 million passengers in FY21 (full-year 2021), although this guidance could be further revised downwards if EU governments continue to mismanage air travel and impose more uncoordinated travel restrictions or lockdowns this winter.”
Meanwhile, Jet2 said it would be continuing to operate its planned schedule until Nov. 4 and would still accept bookings.
“Following the UK government announcement about additional restrictions in England, we are working with the government to obtain much-needed clarity about what it means for those wishing to holiday overseas,” the airline said.
TUI has announced that “holidays departing from airports in England from 5th November to 2nd December 2020 are unable to go ahead.”
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United Kingdom Latest News: Welsh government will impose full lockdown for two weeks from 23 October (France 24, 19.10.2020). Italy added to U.K.’s quarantine list, island of Crete removed (BBC, 16.10.2020). Government to impose increased lockdown restrictions in London, Manchester because of rise in COVID-19 infections (Reuters, 15.10.2020). Flights between Cardiff, Belfast set to resume in January (Wales Online, 08.10.2020). Flights between London and New York may resume as early as November, Heathrow Airport official says (The Independent, 01.10.2020).
International Restrictions:
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), you need to complete a passenger locator form before you arrive in the UK. You may also need to self-isolate for up to 14 days when you arrive, depending on where you’ve travelled from. You need to self-isolate in the place you’re staying for the first 14 days after you arrive, unless you’ve only visited an exempt country, territory or region. This is because of coronavirus (COVID-19). There are different self-isolation rules and penalties if you’re travelling to Scotland, Wales or Northern Ireland. You may not have to self-isolate if you are travelling from one of the countries, territories or regions listed here. Your passport or identity card will be checked when you arrive at a UK port or airport to make sure you’re allowed to come into the country. It should be valid for the whole of your stay. You may also need a visa to come into or travel through the UK, depending on your nationality.
Internal Restrictions:
Government banned social meetings of more than six people starting on 14 September. Health officials tightened COVID-19 lockdown in several areas England.
From 16 October London will move to “high” alert level from “medium”. Manchester, the largest city in northern England, could also move to “very high” from “high”. The “very high” alert level forbids socializing, forces pubs and bars to close and prohibits travel outside the area.
Wales will impose a full “firebreak” lockdown for two weeks from Friday 23 October to try to reduce a soaring number of new coronavirus cases. Under the new rules, people must stay at home, except for very limited purposes, such as for exercise, and work from home wherever possible. Households are forbidden from mixing, while non-food retailers, cafes, restaurants, pubs and hotels and services such as hairdressers and beauticians must all close.
Wales announced on 14 October that people living in areas with high rates of COVID-19 infections in the rest of the United Kingdom are banned from entering the country.
From 24 September people in Cardiff and the county of Swansea are under lockdown. The restrictions will be the same as those already affecting people living in Merthyr Tydfil, Bridgend, Blaenau Gwent, Newport, Rhondda Cynon Taf and Caerphilly, which are already in lockdown. Under the rules, nobody is able to enter or leave the eight counties and one town without a “reasonable excuse”. There are a number of excuses listed in the law used to enforce the regulations. These include travelling to school, to give or to work if you are unable to work from home. You can travel to buy food and medical supplies, seek medical assistance or go to the vets, and move home.
In Lanarkshire people cannot meet other households indoors as of Saturday 12 September. In Birmingham, Solihull and Sandwell households are not allowed to mix, from Tuesday 15 September. In Ballymena town, the Belfast council area and certain Northern Irish postcodes people are not allowed to go to each other’s homes. In Caerphilly county poeple are being told not to leave without good reason and should not meet indoors with anyone outside their household. In parts of Greater Manchester, West Yorkshire and Lancashire people cannot meet anyone outside their own household, or “support bubble”, in an indoor venue. In Oldham, Blackburn with Darwen and Pendle people should not meet anyone from outside their household outdoors. In Bolton, there are visitor limits on care homes, while hospitality venues will only be able to serve takeaways and must close between 22:00 and 05:00. In Leicester, people cannot meet someone from another household in an indoor public venue. However, they can meet other households outside. People living in Glasgow City, East Renfrewshire and West Dunbartonshire are banned from meeting people from another household inside their home.
Face masks are compulsory in supermarkets, shops, and public transport in England. Further information regarding the wearing of face masks in the UK can be found here.
United Kingdom Latest News: Government to impose increased lockdown restrictions in London, Manchester because of rise in COVID-19 infections (Reuters, 15.10.2020). Wales government will ban entry of people living in areas of England, Northern Ireland, Scotland with high levels of COVID-19 cases (Reuters, 14.10.2020). Flights between Cardiff, Belfast set to resume in January (Wales Online, 08.10.2020). Flights between London and New York may resume as early as November, Heathrow Airport official says (The Independent, 01.10.2020).
International Restrictions:
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), you need to complete a passenger locator form before you arrive in the UK. You may also need to self-isolate for up to 14 days when you arrive, depending on where you’ve travelled from. You need to self-isolate in the place you’re staying for the first 14 days after you arrive, unless you’ve only visited an exempt country, territory or region. This is because of coronavirus (COVID-19). There are different self-isolation rules and penalties if you’re travelling to Scotland, Wales or Northern Ireland. You may not have to self-isolate if you are travelling from one of the countries, territories or regions listed here. Your passport or identity card will be checked when you arrive at a UK port or airport to make sure you’re allowed to come into the country. It should be valid for the whole of your stay. You may also need a visa to come into or travel through the UK, depending on your nationality.
Internal Restrictions:
Government banned social meetings of more than six people starting on 14 September. Health officials tightened COVID-19 lockdown in several areas England.
From 16 October London will move to “high” alert level from “medium”. Manchester, the largest city in northern England, could also move to “very high” from “high”. The “very high” alert level forbids socializing, forces pubs and bars to close and prohibits travel outside the area.
Wales announced on 14 October that people living in areas with high rates of COVID-19 infections in the rest of the United Kingdom will be banned from entering the country.
From 24 September people in Cardiff and the county of Swansea are under lockdown. The restrictions will be the same as those already affecting people living in Merthyr Tydfil, Bridgend, Blaenau Gwent, Newport, Rhondda Cynon Taf and Caerphilly, which are already in lockdown. Under the rules, nobody is able to enter or leave the eight counties and one town without a “reasonable excuse”. There are a number of excuses listed in the law used to enforce the regulations. These include travelling to school, to give or to work if you are unable to work from home. You can travel to buy food and medical supplies, seek medical assistance or go to the vets, and move home.
In Lanarkshire people cannot meet other households indoors as of Saturday 12 September. In Birmingham, Solihull and Sandwell households are not allowed to mix, from Tuesday 15 September. In Ballymena town, the Belfast council area and certain Northern Irish postcodes people are not allowed to go to each other’s homes. In Caerphilly county poeple are being told not to leave without good reason and should not meet indoors with anyone outside their household. In parts of Greater Manchester, West Yorkshire and Lancashire people cannot meet anyone outside their own household, or “support bubble”, in an indoor venue. In Oldham, Blackburn with Darwen and Pendle people should not meet anyone from outside their household outdoors. In Bolton, there are visitor limits on care homes, while hospitality venues will only be able to serve takeaways and must close between 22:00 and 05:00. In Leicester, people cannot meet someone from another household in an indoor public venue. However, they can meet other households outside. People living in Glasgow City, East Renfrewshire and West Dunbartonshire are banned from meeting people from another household inside their home.
Face masks are compulsory in supermarkets, shops, and public transport in England. Further information regarding the wearing of face masks in the UK can be found here.
United Kingdom Latest News: Wales government will ban entry of people living in areas of England, Northern Ireland, Scotland with high levels of COVID-19 cases (Reuters, 14.10.2020). Flights between Cardiff, Belfast set to resume in January (Wales Online, 08.10.2020). Flights between London City Airport, Zurich resume (Business Traveller, 06.10.2020). Flights between London and New York may resume as early as November, Heathrow Airport official says (The Independent, 01.10.2020).
International Restrictions:
UK officials have announced that arrivals from the Czech Republic, Switzerland, and Jamaica are to be required to quarantine for 14 days from Saturday, August 29, as a precaution to limit the spread of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19). Arrivals from Cuba, on the other hand, have had restrictions removed. The new measure will come into effect at 04:00 (local time) on August 29.
Individuals arriving in the UK must self-isolate for 14 days and may be contacted by UK authorities to verify compliance. New arrivals will be required to provide UK officials with contact and travel information upon arrival. Anyone failing to complete the information form or adhere to the new policy may be denied entry to the UK or be subject to fines.
On Friday 3 July, UK authorities announced a list of over 50 countries and territories from which travelers will be able to travel to England from Friday 10 July, without facing a mandatory 14-day quarantine period upon arrival. The countries and territories listed by the British government have all been classified as ‘low risk’ in regards to coronavirus disease (COVID-19). A full list of the countries can be found here .
London City Airport restarted international flights as of 13 July. Eurostar canceled its summer trains in 2020.
Internal Restrictions:
Government banned social meetings of more than six people starting on 14 September.
Health officials tightened COVID-19 lockdown in several areas England.
Wales announced on 14 October that people living in areas with high rates of COVID-19 infections in the rest of the United Kingdom will be banned from entering the country.
From 24 September people in Cardiff and the county of Swansea are under lockdown. The restrictions will be the same as those already affecting people living in Merthyr Tydfil, Bridgend, Blaenau Gwent, Newport, Rhondda Cynon Taf and Caerphilly, which are already in lockdown. Under the rules, nobody is able to enter or leave the eight counties and one town without a “reasonable excuse”. There are a number of excuses listed in the law used to enforce the regulations. These include travelling to school, to give or to work if you are unable to work from home. You can travel to buy food and medical supplies, seek medical assistance or go to the vets, and move home.
In Lanarkshire people cannot meet other households indoors as of Saturday 12 September. In Birmingham, Solihull and Sandwell households are not allowed to mix, from Tuesday 15 September. In Ballymena town, the Belfast council area and certain Northern Irish postcodes people are not allowed to go to each other’s homes. In Caerphilly county poeple are being told not to leave without good reason and should not meet indoors with anyone outside their household. In parts of Greater Manchester, West Yorkshire and Lancashire people cannot meet anyone outside their own household, or “support bubble”, in an indoor venue. In Oldham, Blackburn with Darwen and Pendle people should not meet anyone from outside their household outdoors. In Bolton, there are visitor limits on care homes, while hospitality venues will only be able to serve takeaways and must close between 22:00 and 05:00. In Leicester, people cannot meet someone from another household in an indoor public venue. However, they can meet other households outside. People living in Glasgow City, East Renfrewshire and West Dunbartonshire are banned from meeting people from another household inside their home.
Face masks are compulsory in supermarkets, shops, and public transport in England. Further information regarding the wearing of face masks in the UK can be found here.
United Kingdom Latest News: Flights between London and New York may resume as early as November, Heathrow Airport official says (The Independent, 01.10.2020). British government adds Turkey and Poland to COVID-19 quarantine list (Reuters, 01.10.2020). More areas in Wales are placed under lockdown because of COVID-19 (BBC, 28.09.2020). U.K. government adds Denmark, Iceland, Slovakia to COVID-19 quarantine list (Reuters, 24.09.2020).
International Restrictions:
UK officials have announced that arrivals from the Czech Republic, Switzerland, and Jamaica are to be required to quarantine for 14 days from Saturday, August 29, as a precaution to limit the spread of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19). Arrivals from Cuba, on the other hand, have had restrictions removed. The new measure will come into effect at 04:00 (local time) on August 29.
Individuals arriving in the UK must self-isolate for 14 days and may be contacted by UK authorities to verify compliance. New arrivals will be required to provide UK officials with contact and travel information upon arrival. Anyone failing to complete the information form or adhere to the new policy may be denied entry to the UK or be subject to fines.
On Friday 3 July, UK authorities announced a list of over 50 countries and territories from which travelers will be able to travel to England from Friday 10 July, without facing a mandatory 14-day quarantine period upon arrival. The countries and territories listed by the British government have all been classified as ‘low risk’ in regards to coronavirus disease (COVID-19). A full list of the countries can be found here .
London City Airport restarted international flights as of 13 July. Eurostar canceled its summer trains in 2020.
Internal Restrictions:
Government banned social meetings of more than six people starting on 14 September.
Health officials tightened COVID-19 lockdown in several areas England. As of 11 September, parts of north-west England, West Midlands, West Yorkshire, Leicester, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland are under local lockdown.
From 24 September people in Cardiff and the county of Swansea are under lockdown. The restrictions will be the same as those already affecting people living in Merthyr Tydfil, Bridgend, Blaenau Gwent, Newport, Rhondda Cynon Taf and Caerphilly, which are already in lockdown. Under the rules, nobody is able to enter or leave the eight counties and one town without a “reasonable excuse”. There are a number of excuses listed in the law used to enforce the regulations. These include travelling to school, to give or to work if you are unable to work from home. You can travel to buy food and medical supplies, seek medical assistance or go to the vets, and move home.
In Lanarkshire people cannot meet other households indoors as of Saturday 12 September. In Birmingham, Solihull and Sandwell households are not allowed to mix, from Tuesday 15 September. In Ballymena town, the Belfast council area and certain Northern Irish postcodes people are not allowed to go to each other’s homes. In Caerphilly county poeple are being told not to leave without good reason and should not meet indoors with anyone outside their household. In parts of Greater Manchester, West Yorkshire and Lancashire people cannot meet anyone outside their own household, or “support bubble”, in an indoor venue. In Oldham, Blackburn with Darwen and Pendle people should not meet anyone from outside their household outdoors. In Bolton, there are visitor limits on care homes, while hospitality venues will only be able to serve takeaways and must close between 22:00 and 05:00. In Leicester, people cannot meet someone from another household in an indoor public venue. However, they can meet other households outside. People living in Glasgow City, East Renfrewshire and West Dunbartonshire are banned from meeting people from another household inside their home.
In Wales from 21 September new lockdown measures are in place in: Blaenau Gwent, Bridgend, Merthyr Tydfil and Newport. People will not be allowed to enter or leave these areas without a reasonable excuse, such as travel for work or education, and people will only be able to meet others they don’t live with outdoors for the time being.
Face masks are compulsory in supermarkets, shops, and public transport in England. Further information regarding the wearing of face masks in the UK can be found here.
United Kingdom Latest News: More areas in Wales are placed under lockdown because of COVID-19 (BBC, 28.09.2020). U.K. government adds Denmark, Iceland, Slovakia to COVID-19 quarantine list (Reuters, 24.09.2020). Parts of Wales will go into lockdown on 22 September as COVID-19 spreads (Reuters, 21.09.2020). Authorities add French Polynesia, Hungary, Portugal, Reunion to COVID-19 quarantine list (Hertfordshire Mercury, 10.09.2020).
International Restrictions:
UK officials have announced that arrivals from the Czech Republic, Switzerland, and Jamaica are to be required to quarantine for 14 days from Saturday, August 29, as a precaution to limit the spread of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19). Arrivals from Cuba, on the other hand, have had restrictions removed. The new measure will come into effect at 04:00 (local time) on August 29.
Individuals arriving in the UK must self-isolate for 14 days and may be contacted by UK authorities to verify compliance. New arrivals will be required to provide UK officials with contact and travel information upon arrival. Anyone failing to complete the information form or adhere to the new policy may be denied entry to the UK or be subject to fines.
On Friday 3 July, UK authorities announced a list of over 50 countries and territories from which travelers will be able to travel to England from Friday 10 July, without facing a mandatory 14-day quarantine period upon arrival. The countries and territories listed by the British government have all been classified as ‘low risk’ in regards to coronavirus disease (COVID-19). A full list of the countries can be found here .
London City Airport restarted international flights as of 13 July. Eurostar canceled its summer trains in 2020.
Internal Restrictions:
Government banned social meetings of more than six people starting on 14 September.
Health officials tightened COVID-19 lockdown in several areas England. As of 11 September, parts of north-west England, West Midlands, West Yorkshire, Leicester, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland are under local lockdown.
From 24 September people in Cardiff and the county of Swansea are under lockdown. The restrictions will be the same as those already affecting people living in Merthyr Tydfil, Bridgend, Blaenau Gwent, Newport, Rhondda Cynon Taf and Caerphilly, which are already in lockdown. Under the rules, nobody is able to enter or leave the eight counties and one town without a “reasonable excuse”. There are a number of excuses listed in the law used to enforce the regulations. These include travelling to school, to give or to work if you are unable to work from home. You can travel to buy food and medical supplies, seek medical assistance or go to the vets, and move home.
In Lanarkshire people cannot meet other households indoors as of Saturday 12 September. In Birmingham, Solihull and Sandwell households are not allowed to mix, from Tuesday 15 September. In Ballymena town, the Belfast council area and certain Northern Irish postcodes people are not allowed to go to each other’s homes. In Caerphilly county poeple are being told not to leave without good reason and should not meet indoors with anyone outside their household. In parts of Greater Manchester, West Yorkshire and Lancashire people cannot meet anyone outside their own household, or “support bubble”, in an indoor venue. In Oldham, Blackburn with Darwen and Pendle people should not meet anyone from outside their household outdoors. In Bolton, there are visitor limits on care homes, while hospitality venues will only be able to serve takeaways and must close between 22:00 and 05:00. In Leicester, people cannot meet someone from another household in an indoor public venue. However, they can meet other households outside. People living in Glasgow City, East Renfrewshire and West Dunbartonshire are banned from meeting people from another household inside their home.
In Wales from 21 September new lockdown measures are in place in: Blaenau Gwent, Bridgend, Merthyr Tydfil and Newport. People will not be allowed to enter or leave these areas without a reasonable excuse, such as travel for work or education, and people will only be able to meet others they don’t live with outdoors for the time being.
Face masks are compulsory in supermarkets, shops, and public transport in England. Further information regarding the wearing of face masks in the UK can be found here.
United Kingdom Latest News: Parts of Wales will go into lockdown on 22 September as COVID-19 spreads (Reuters, 21.09.2020). Authorities add French Polynesia, Hungary, Portugal, Reunion to COVID-19 quarantine list (Hertfordshire Mercury, 10.09.2020).
International Restrictions:
UK officials have announced that arrivals from the Czech Republic, Switzerland, and Jamaica are to be required to quarantine for 14 days from Saturday, August 29, as a precaution to limit the spread of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19). Arrivals from Cuba, on the other hand, have had restrictions removed. The new measure will come into effect at 04:00 (local time) on August 29.
Individuals arriving in the UK must self-isolate for 14 days and may be contacted by UK authorities to verify compliance. New arrivals will be required to provide UK officials with contact and travel information upon arrival. Anyone failing to complete the information form or adhere to the new policy may be denied entry to the UK or be subject to fines.
On Friday 3 July, UK authorities announced a list of over 50 countries and territories from which travelers will be able to travel to England from Friday 10 July, without facing a mandatory 14-day quarantine period upon arrival. The countries and territories listed by the British government have all been classified as ‘low risk’ in regards to coronavirus disease (COVID-19). A full list of the countries can be found here .
London City Airport restarted international flights as of 13 July. Eurostar canceled its summer trains in 2020.
Internal Restrictions:
Government banned social meetings of more than six people starting on 14 September.
Health officials tightened COVID-19 lockdown in several areas England. As of 11 September, parts of north-west England, West Midlands, West Yorkshire, Leicester, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland are under local lockdown.
In Lanarkshire people cannot meet other households indoors as of Saturday 12 September. In Birmingham, Solihull and Sandwell households are not allowed to mix, from Tuesday 15 September. In Ballymena town, the Belfast council area and certain Northern Irish postcodes people are not allowed to go to each other’s homes. In Caerphilly county poeple are being told not to leave without good reason and should not meet indoors with anyone outside their household. In parts of Greater Manchester, West Yorkshire and Lancashire people cannot meet anyone outside their own household, or “support bubble”, in an indoor venue. In Oldham, Blackburn with Darwen and Pendle people should not meet anyone from outside their household outdoors. In Bolton, there are visitor limits on care homes, while hospitality venues will only be able to serve takeaways and must close between 22:00 and 05:00. In Leicester, people cannot meet someone from another household in an indoor public venue. However, they can meet other households outside. People living in Glasgow City, East Renfrewshire and West Dunbartonshire are banned from meeting people from another household inside their home.
In Wales from 21 September new lockdown measures are in place in: Blaenau Gwent, Bridgend, Merthyr Tydfil and Newport. People will not be allowed to enter or leave these areas without a reasonable excuse, such as travel for work or education, and people will only be able to meet others they don’t live with outdoors for the time being.
Face masks are compulsory in supermarkets, shops, and public transport in England. Further information regarding the wearing of face masks in the UK can be found here.
Relaxation of restrictions:
From July 4, a number of COVID-19 restrictions were eased in the rest of England, with restaurants, pubs, cinemas, and hotels being permitted to reopen. However, the government has reserved the right to keep premises with a higher risk of transmission closed. Places of worship and outdoor gyms also reopened. Unrestricted movement between Britain, some other countries has been permitted since 29 June.
United Kingdom The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) advise against all but essential travel to Equatorial Guinea.(Gov.uk, 14.09.2020). Authorities add French Polynesia, Hungary, Portugal, Reunion to COVID-19 quarantine list (Hertfordshire Mercury, 10.09.2020).
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International restrictions:
UK officials have announced that arrivals from the Czech Republic, Switzerland, and Jamaica are to be required to quarantine for 14 days from Saturday, August 29, as a precaution to limit the spread of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19). Arrivals from Cuba, on the other hand, have had restrictions removed. The new measure will come into effect at 04:00 (local time) on August 29.
Individuals arriving in the UK must self-isolate for 14 days and may be contacted by UK authorities to verify compliance. New arrivals will be required to provide UK officials with contact and travel information upon arrival. Anyone failing to complete the information form or adhere to the new policy may be denied entry to the UK or be subject to fines.
On Friday 3 July, UK authorities announced a list of over 50 countries and territories from which travelers will be able to travel to England from Friday 10 July, without facing a mandatory 14-day quarantine period upon arrival. The countries and territories listed by the British government have all been classified as ‘low risk’ in regards to coronavirus disease (COVID-19). A full list of the countries can be found here .
London City Airport restarted international flights as of 13 July. Eurostar canceled its summer trains in 2020.
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Internal restrictions:
Government banned social meetings of more than six people starting on 14 September.
Health officials tightened COVID-19 lockdown in several areas England. As of 11 September, parts of north-west England, West Midlands, West Yorkshire, Leicester, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland are under local lockdown.
In Lanarkshire people cannot meet other households indoors as of Saturday 12 September. In Birmingham, Solihull and Sandwell households are not allowed to mix, from Tuesday 15 September. In Ballymena town, the Belfast council area and certain Northern Irish postcodes people are not allowed to go to each other’s homes. In Caerphilly county poeple are being told not to leave without good reason and should not meet indoors with anyone outside their household. In parts of Greater Manchester, West Yorkshire and Lancashire people cannot meet anyone outside their own household, or “support bubble”, in an indoor venue. In Oldham, Blackburn with Darwen and Pendle people should not meet anyone from outside their household outdoors. In Bolton, there are visitor limits on care homes, while hospitality venues will only be able to serve takeaways and must close between 22:00 and 05:00. In Leicester, people cannot meet someone from another household in an indoor public venue. However, they can meet other households outside. People living in Glasgow City, East Renfrewshire and West Dunbartonshire are banned from meeting people from another household inside their home.
Face masks are compulsory in supermarkets, shops, and public transport in England. Further information regarding the wearing of face masks in the UK can be found here.
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Relaxation of restrictions:
From July 4, a number of COVID-19 restrictions were eased in the rest of England, with restaurants, pubs, cinemas, and hotels being permitted to reopen. However, the government has reserved the right to keep premises with a higher risk of transmission closed. Places of worship and outdoor gyms also reopened. Unrestricted movement between Britain, some other countries has been permitted since 29 June.
United Kingdom Authorities add French Polynesia, Hungary, Portugal, Reunion to COVID-19 quarantine list (Hertfordshire Mercury, 10.09.2020). Government bans social meetings of more than six people starting on 14 September (Reuters, 08.09.2020). Seven Greek islands added to U.K.’s quarantine list: Lesvos, Tinos, Serifos, Mykonos, Crete, Santorini and Zakynthos. The travel restrictions come into effect from 04:00 (local time) on Wednesday 9 September (Reuters, 07.09.2020).
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International restrictions:
UK officials have announced that arrivals from the Czech Republic, Switzerland, and Jamaica are to be required to quarantine for 14 days from Saturday, August 29, as a precaution to limit the spread of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19). Arrivals from Cuba, on the other hand, have had restrictions removed. The new measure will come into effect at 04:00 (local time) on August 29.
Individuals arriving in the UK must self-isolate for 14 days and may be contacted by UK authorities to verify compliance. New arrivals will be required to provide UK officials with contact and travel information upon arrival. Anyone failing to complete the information form or adhere to the new policy may be denied entry to the UK or be subject to fines.
On Friday 3 July, UK authorities announced a list of over 50 countries and territories from which travelers will be able to travel to England from Friday 10 July, without facing a mandatory 14-day quarantine period upon arrival. The countries and territories listed by the British government have all been classified as ‘low risk’ in regards to coronavirus disease (COVID-19). A full list of the countries can be found here .
London City Airport restarted international flights as of 13 July. Eurostar canceled its summer trains in 2020.
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Internal restrictions:
Health officials tightened COVID-19 lockdown in several areas of Northern England. Separate households are not be allowed to meet indoors in Greater Manchester, East Lancashire, and parts of West Yorkshire from midnight on July 31.
Authorities in the UK announced additional restrictions for the town of Bolton (Greater Manchester) on Saturday 5 September, following an increase in COVID-19 cases.
Authorities also ordered lockdown in Leicester because of COVID-19 infection rate. Non-essential shops and schools have closed, and the easing of restrictions on pubs and restaurants in other parts of England on Saturday, July 4, has been postponed in the city. Authorities have stated that the measures will be in place for the entirety of the city, in addition to the suburb areas of Birstall, Glenfield, and Oadby.
People in England are allowed to leave their homes only to shop for basic goods, to exercise, to receive care or help a vulnerable person and to travel to work which cannot be done from home. Those in Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland are still instructed to stay home except for essential journeys.
Face masks are compulsory in supermarkets, shops, and public transport in England. Further information regarding the wearing of face masks in the UK can be found here.
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Relaxation of restrictions:
From July 4, a number of COVID-19 restrictions were eased in the rest of England, with restaurants, pubs, cinemas, and hotels being permitted to reopen. However, the government has reserved the right to keep premises with a higher risk of transmission closed. Places of worship and outdoor gyms also reopened. Gatherings of more than 30 people remain prohibited.
Unrestricted movement between Britain, some other countries has been permitted since 29 June.
United Kingdom Government bans social meetings of more than six people starting on 14 September (Reuters, 08.09.2020). Seven Greek islands added to U.K.’s quarantine list: Lesvos, Tinos, Serifos, Mykonos, Crete, Santorini and Zakynthos. The travel restrictions come into effect from 04:00 (local time) on Wednesday 9 September (Reuters, 07.09.2020).
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International restrictions:
UK officials have announced that arrivals from the Czech Republic, Switzerland, and Jamaica are to be required to quarantine for 14 days from Saturday, August 29, as a precaution to limit the spread of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19). Arrivals from Cuba, on the other hand, have had restrictions removed. The new measure will come into effect at 04:00 (local time) on August 29.
Individuals arriving in the UK must self-isolate for 14 days and may be contacted by UK authorities to verify compliance. New arrivals will be required to provide UK officials with contact and travel information upon arrival. Anyone failing to complete the information form or adhere to the new policy may be denied entry to the UK or be subject to fines.
On Friday 3 July, UK authorities announced a list of over 50 countries and territories from which travelers will be able to travel to England from Friday 10 July, without facing a mandatory 14-day quarantine period upon arrival. The countries and territories listed by the British government have all been classified as ‘low risk’ in regards to coronavirus disease (COVID-19). A full list of the countries can be found here .
London City Airport restarted international flights as of 13 July. Eurostar canceled its summer trains in 2020.
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Internal restrictions:
Health officials tightened COVID-19 lockdown in several areas of Northern England. Separate households are not be allowed to meet indoors in Greater Manchester, East Lancashire, and parts of West Yorkshire from midnight on July 31.
Authorities in the UK announced additional restrictions for the town of Bolton (Greater Manchester) on Saturday 5 September, following an increase in COVID-19 cases.
Authorities also ordered lockdown in Leicester because of COVID-19 infection rate. Non-essential shops and schools have closed, and the easing of restrictions on pubs and restaurants in other parts of England on Saturday, July 4, has been postponed in the city. Authorities have stated that the measures will be in place for the entirety of the city, in addition to the suburb areas of Birstall, Glenfield, and Oadby.
People in England are allowed to leave their homes only to shop for basic goods, to exercise, to receive care or help a vulnerable person and to travel to work which cannot be done from home. Those in Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland are still instructed to stay home except for essential journeys.
Face masks are compulsory in supermarkets, shops, and public transport in England. Further information regarding the wearing of face masks in the UK can be found here.
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Relaxation of restrictions:
From July 4, a number of COVID-19 restrictions were eased in the rest of England, with restaurants, pubs, cinemas, and hotels being permitted to reopen. However, the government has reserved the right to keep premises with a higher risk of transmission closed. Places of worship and outdoor gyms also reopened. Gatherings of more than 30 people remain prohibited.
Unrestricted movement between Britain, some other countries has been permitted since 29 June.
United Kingdom Seven Greek islands added to U.K.’s quarantine list: Lesvos, Tinos, Serifos, Mykonos, Crete, Santorini and Zakynthos (Reuters, 07.09.2020). Flights between London City and Belfast City airports resume (Largs and Millport News, 07.09.2020). Travelers from Austria, Croatia, Trinidad and Tobado, Estonia, Norway need to self-isolate for 14 days upon return; passengers from Portugal no longer required to quarantine (BBC, 20.08.2020).
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International restrictions:
UK officials have announced that arrivals from the Czech Republic, Switzerland, and Jamaica are to be required to quarantine for 14 days from Saturday, August 29, as a precaution to limit the spread of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19). Arrivals from Cuba, on the other hand, have had restrictions removed. The new measure will come into effect at 04:00 (local time) on August 29.
Individuals arriving in the UK must self-isolate for 14 days and may be contacted by UK authorities to verify compliance. New arrivals will be required to provide UK officials with contact and travel information upon arrival. Anyone failing to complete the information form or adhere to the new policy may be denied entry to the UK or be subject to fines.
On Friday 3 July, UK authorities announced a list of over 50 countries and territories from which travelers will be able to travel to England from Friday 10 July, without facing a mandatory 14-day quarantine period upon arrival. The countries and territories listed by the British government have all been classified as ‘low risk’ in regards to coronavirus disease (COVID-19). A full list of the countries can be found here .
London City Airport restarted international flights as of 13 July. Eurostar canceled its summer trains in 2020.
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Internal restrictions:
Health officials tightened COVID-19 lockdown in several areas of Northern England. Separate households are not be allowed to meet indoors in Greater Manchester, East Lancashire, and parts of West Yorkshire from midnight on July 31.
Authorities also ordered lockdown in Leicester because of COVID-19 infection rate. Non-essential shops and schools have closed, and the easing of restrictions on pubs and restaurants in other parts of England on Saturday, July 4, has been postponed in the city. Authorities have stated that the measures will be in place for the entirety of the city, in addition to the suburb areas of Birstall, Glenfield, and Oadby.
People in England are allowed to leave their homes only to shop for basic goods, to exercise, to receive care or help a vulnerable person and to travel to work which cannot be done from home. Those in Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland are still instructed to stay home except for essential journeys.
Schools across the UK are closed until further notice, though some remain open to accommodate children of key workers. Face masks are compulsory in supermarkets, shops, and public transport in England.
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Relaxation of restrictions:
From July 4, a number of COVID-19 restrictions were eased in the rest of England, with restaurants, pubs, cinemas, and hotels being permitted to reopen. However, the government has reserved the right to keep premises with a higher risk of transmission closed. Places of worship and outdoor gyms also reopened. Gatherings of more than 30 people remain prohibited. Face masks remain compulsory on public transportations services.
Unrestricted movement between Britain, some other countries has been permitted since 29 June.
United Kingdom Travelers arriving to Wales from Zante are being asked to self-isolate for 14 days (BBC, 02.09.2020). Travelers from Austria, Croatia, Trinidad and Tobado, Estonia, Norway need to self-isolate for 14 days upon return; passengers from Portugal no longer required to quarantine (BBC, 20.08.2020).
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International restrictions:
UK officials have announced that arrivals from the Czech Republic, Switzerland, and Jamaica are to be required to quarantine for 14 days from Saturday, August 29, as a precaution to limit the spread of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19). Arrivals from Cuba, on the other hand, have had restrictions removed. The new measure will come into effect at 04:00 (local time) on August 29.
Individuals arriving in the UK must self-isolate for 14 days and may be contacted by UK authorities to verify compliance. New arrivals will be required to provide UK officials with contact and travel information upon arrival. Anyone failing to complete the information form or adhere to the new policy may be denied entry to the UK or be subject to fines.
On Friday 3 July, UK authorities announced a list of over 50 countries and territories from which travelers will be able to travel to England from Friday 10 July, without facing a mandatory 14-day quarantine period upon arrival. The countries and territories listed by the British government have all been classified as ‘low risk’ in regards to coronavirus disease (COVID-19). A full list of the countries can be found here (please copy and paste link into your browser): https://www.gov.uk/guidance/coronavirus-covid-19-travel-corridors#travel-corridors-countries-and-territories-exemption-list.
London City Airport restarted international flights as of 13 July. Eurostar canceled its summer trains in 2020.
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Internal restrictions:
Health officials tightened COVID-19 lockdown in several areas of Northern England. Separate households are not be allowed to meet indoors in Greater Manchester, East Lancashire, and parts of West Yorkshire from midnight on July 31.
Authorities also ordered lockdown in Leicester because of COVID-19 infection rate. Non-essential shops and schools have closed, and the easing of restrictions on pubs and restaurants in other parts of England on Saturday, July 4, has been postponed in the city. Authorities have stated that the measures will be in place for the entirety of the city, in addition to the suburb areas of Birstall, Glenfield, and Oadby.
People in England are allowed to leave their homes only to shop for basic goods, to exercise, to receive care or help a vulnerable person and to travel to work which cannot be done from home. Those in Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland are still instructed to stay home except for essential journeys.
Schools across the UK are closed until further notice, though some remain open to accommodate children of key workers. Face masks are compulsory in supermarkets, shops, and public transport in England.
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Relaxation of restrictions:
From July 4, a number of COVID-19 restrictions were eased in the rest of England, with restaurants, pubs, cinemas, and hotels being permitted to reopen. However, the government has reserved the right to keep premises with a higher risk of transmission closed. Places of worship and outdoor gyms also reopened. Gatherings of more than 30 people remain prohibited. Face masks remain compulsory on public transportations services.
Unrestricted movement between Britain, some other countries has been permitted since 29 June.
United Kingdom Government announced that arrivals from the Czech Republic, Switzerland, and Jamaica are to be required to quarantine for 14 days from Saturday, August 29 (Garda, 28.08.2020).19 French authorities plan to impose quarantine on British visitors (Telegraph, 24.08.2020). Lockdown restrictions imposed on Aberdeen in response to a cluster of confirmed coronavirus cases linked to bars in the city are now being eased (Shetland News, 24.08.2020). Travelers from Austria, Croatia, Trinidad and Tobado, Estonia, Norway need to self-isolate for 14 days upon return; passengers from Portugal no longer required to quarantine (BBC, 20.08.2020).
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International restrictions:
UK officials have announced that arrivals from the Czech Republic, Switzerland, and Jamaica are to be required to quarantine for 14 days from Saturday, August 29, as a precaution to limit the spread of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19). Arrivals from Cuba, on the other hand, have had restrictions removed. The new measure will come into effect at 04:00 (local time) on August 29. Previously, Aruba, Austria, Croatia, France, Malta, Monaco, the Netherlands, Trinidad and Tobago, and the Turks and Caicos Islands have been removed from the list, requiring arrivals to quarantine upon arrival for 14 days.
Individuals arriving in the UK must self-isolate for 14 days and may be contacted by UK authorities to verify compliance. New arrivals will be required to provide UK officials with contact and travel information upon arrival. Anyone failing to complete the information form or adhere to the new policy may be denied entry to the UK or be subject to fines.
On Friday 3 July, UK authorities announced a list of over 50 countries and territories from which travelers will be able to travel to England from Friday 10 July, without facing a mandatory 14-day quarantine period upon arrival. The countries and territories listed by the British government have all been classified as ‘low risk’ in regards to coronavirus disease (COVID-19). A full list of the countries can be found here (please copy and paste link into your browser): https://www.gov.uk/guidance/coronavirus-covid-19-travel-corridors#travel-corridors-countries-and-territories-exemption-list.
London City Airport restarted international flights as of 13 July. Eurostar canceled its summer trains in 2020.
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Internal restrictions:
Health officials tightened COVID-19 lockdown in several areas of Northern England. Separate households are not be allowed to meet indoors in Greater Manchester, East Lancashire, and parts of West Yorkshire from midnight on July 31.
Authorities also ordered lockdown in Leicester because of COVID-19 infection rate. Non-essential shops and schools have closed, and the easing of restrictions on pubs and restaurants in other parts of England on Saturday, July 4, has been postponed in the city. Authorities have stated that the measures will be in place for the entirety of the city, in addition to the suburb areas of Birstall, Glenfield, and Oadby.
People in England are allowed to leave their homes only to shop for basic goods, to exercise, to receive care or help a vulnerable person and to travel to work which cannot be done from home. Those in Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland are still instructed to stay home except for essential journeys.
Schools across the UK are closed until further notice, though some remain open to accommodate children of key workers. Face masks are compulsory in supermarkets, shops, and public transport in England.
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Relaxation of restrictions:
From July 4, a number of COVID-19 restrictions were eased in the rest of England, with restaurants, pubs, cinemas, and hotels being permitted to reopen. However, the government has reserved the right to keep premises with a higher risk of transmission closed. Places of worship and outdoor gyms also reopened. Gatherings of more than 30 people remain prohibited. Face masks remain compulsory on public transportations services.
Unrestricted movement between Britain, some other countries has been permitted since 29 June.
United Kingdom French authorities plan to impose quarantine on British visitors (Telegraph,24.08.2020) Lockdown restrictions imposed on Aberdeen in response to a cluster of confirmed coronavirus cases linked to bars in the city are now being eased.(Shetland News, 24.08.2020) Travelers from Austria, Croatia, Trinidad and Tobado, Estonia, Norway need to self-isolate for 14 days upon return; passengers from Portugal no longer required to quarantine (BBC, 20.08.2020).
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International restrictions:
Individuals arriving in the UK must self-isolate for 14 days and may be contacted by UK authorities to verify compliance. New arrivals will be required to provide UK officials with contact and travel information upon arrival. Anyone failing to complete the information form or adhere to the new policy may be denied entry to the UK or be subject to fines.
On Friday 3 July, UK authorities announced a list of over 50 countries and territoriesfrom which travelers will be able to travel to England from Friday 10 July, without facing a mandatory 14-day quarantine period upon arrival. The countries and territories listed by the British government have all been classified as ‘low risk’ in regards to coronavirus disease (COVID-19). A full list of the countries can be found here (please copy and paste link into your browser): https://www.gov.uk/guidance/coronavirus-covid-19-travel-corridors#travel-corridors-countries-and-territories-exemption-list.
London City Airport restarted international flights as of 13 July. Eurostar canceled its summer trains in 2020.
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Internal restrictions:
Health officials tightened COVID-19 lockdown in several areas of Northern England. Separate households are not be allowed to meet indoors in Greater Manchester, East Lancashire, and parts of West Yorkshire from midnight on July 31.
Authorities also ordered lockdown in Leicester because of COVID-19 infection rate. Non-essential shops and schools have closed, and the easing of restrictions on pubs and restaurants in other parts of England on Saturday, July 4, has been postponed in the city. Authorities have stated that the measures will be in place for the entirety of the city, in addition to the suburb areas of Birstall, Glenfield, and Oadby.
People in England are allowed to leave their homes only to shop for basic goods, to exercise, to receive care or help a vulnerable person and to travel to work which cannot be done from home. Those in Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland are still instructed to stay home except for essential journeys.
Schools across the UK are closed until further notice, though some remain open to accommodate children of key workers. Face masks are compulsory in supermarkets, shops, and public transport in England.
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Relaxation of restrictions:
From July 4, a number of COVID-19 restrictions were eased in the rest of England, with restaurants, pubs, cinemas, and hotels being permitted to reopen. However, the government has reserved the right to keep premises with a higher risk of transmission closed. Places of worship and outdoor gyms also reopened. Gatherings of more than 30 people remain prohibited. Face masks remain compulsory on public transportations services.
Unrestricted movement between Britain, some other countries has been permitted since 29 June.
United Kingdom Local lockdown in Aberdeen will be extended for another week. (BBC, 19.08.2020)
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International restrictions:
Individuals arriving in the UK must self-isolate for 14 days and may be contacted by UK authorities to verify compliance. New arrivals will be required to provide UK officials with contact and travel information upon arrival. Anyone failing to complete the information form or adhere to the new policy may be denied entry to the UK or be subject to fines.
On Friday 3 July, UK authorities announced a list of over 50 countries and territoriesfrom which travelers will be able to travel to England from Friday 10 July, without facing a mandatory 14-day quarantine period upon arrival. The countries and territories listed by the British government have all been classified as ‘low risk’ in regards to coronavirus disease (COVID-19). A full list of the countries can be found here (please copy and paste link into your browser): https://www.gov.uk/guidance/coronavirus-covid-19-travel-corridors#travel-corridors-countries-and-territories-exemption-list.
London City Airport restarted international flights as of 13 July. Eurostar canceled its summer trains in 2020.
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Internal restrictions:
Health officials tightened COVID-19 lockdown in several areas of Northern England. Separate households are not be allowed to meet indoors in Greater Manchester, East Lancashire, and parts of West Yorkshire from midnight on July 31. Lockdown measures were reimposed in Aberdeen area after spike in COVID-19 cases from 5 August.
Authorities also ordered lockdown in Leicester because of COVID-19 infection rate. Non-essential shops and schools have closed, and the easing of restrictions on pubs and restaurants in other parts of England on Saturday, July 4, has been postponed in the city. Authorities have stated that the measures will be in place for the entirety of the city, in addition to the suburb areas of Birstall, Glenfield, and Oadby.
People in England are allowed to leave their homes only to shop for basic goods, to exercise, to receive care or help a vulnerable person and to travel to work which cannot be done from home. Those in Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland are still instructed to stay home except for essential journeys.
Schools across the UK are closed until further notice, though some remain open to accommodate children of key workers. Face masks are compulsory in supermarkets, shops, and public transport in England.
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Relaxation of restrictions:
From July 4, a number of COVID-19 restrictions were eased in the rest of England, with restaurants, pubs, cinemas, and hotels being permitted to reopen. However, the government has reserved the right to keep premises with a higher risk of transmission closed. Places of worship and outdoor gyms also reopened. Gatherings of more than 30 people remain prohibited. Face masks remain compulsory on public transportations services.
Unrestricted movement between Britain, some other countries has been permitted since 29 June.
United Kingdom Jersey to impose quarantine on travellers from France (The Local, 13.08.2020). Authorities extend COVID-19 lockdown in Aberdeen, Scotland (BBC,12.08.2020). British government to impose quarantine on arrivals from Andorra, Bahamas, Belgium. From 04:00 (local time) on Saturday, August 8, the requirement to self-quarantine for 14 days will be applied to all travelers arriving in the UK from these countries. (Garda, 07.08.2020). Quarantine for people arriving from Spain, other countries designated as high-risk COVID-19 zones will be cut to 10 days (City A.M., 28.07.2020)
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International restrictions:
Individuals arriving in the UK must self-isolate for 14 days and may be contacted by UK authorities to verify compliance. New arrivals will be required to provide UK officials with contact and travel information upon arrival. Anyone failing to complete the information form or adhere to the new policy may be denied entry to the UK or be subject to fines.
On Friday 3 July, UK authorities announced a list of over 50 countries and territoriesfrom which travelers will be able to travel to England from Friday 10 July, without facing a mandatory 14-day quarantine period upon arrival. The countries and territories listed by the British government have all been classified as ‘low risk’ in regards to coronavirus disease (COVID-19). A full list of the countries can be found here (please copy and paste link into your browser): https://www.gov.uk/guidance/coronavirus-covid-19-travel-corridors#travel-corridors-countries-and-territories-exemption-list.
London City Airport restarted international flights as of 13 July. Eurostar canceled its summer trains in 2020.
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Internal restrictions:
Health officials tightened COVID-19 lockdown in several areas of Northern England. Separate households are not be allowed to meet indoors in Greater Manchester, East Lancashire, and parts of West Yorkshire from midnight on July 31. Lockdown measures were reimposed in Aberdeen area after spike in COVID-19 cases from 5 August.
Authorities also ordered lockdown in Leicester because of COVID-19 infection rate. Non-essential shops and schools have closed, and the easing of restrictions on pubs and restaurants in other parts of England on Saturday, July 4, has been postponed in the city. Authorities have stated that the measures will be in place for the entirety of the city, in addition to the suburb areas of Birstall, Glenfield, and Oadby.
People in England are allowed to leave their homes only to shop for basic goods, to exercise, to receive care or help a vulnerable person and to travel to work which cannot be done from home. Those in Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland are still instructed to stay home except for essential journeys.
Schools across the UK are closed until further notice, though some remain open to accommodate children of key workers. Face masks are compulsory in supermarkets, shops, and public transport in England.
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Relaxation of restrictions:
From July 4, a number of COVID-19 restrictions were eased in the rest of England, with restaurants, pubs, cinemas, and hotels being permitted to reopen. However, the government has reserved the right to keep premises with a higher risk of transmission closed. Places of worship and outdoor gyms also reopened. Gatherings of more than 30 people remain prohibited. Face masks remain compulsory on public transportations services.
Unrestricted movement between Britain, some other countries has been permitted since 29 June.
United Kingdom British government to impose quarantine on arrivals from Andorra, Bahamas, Belgium. From 04:00 (local time) on Saturday, August 8, the requirement to self-quarantine for 14 days will be applied to all travelers arriving in the UK from these countries. (Garda, 07.08.2020). Quarantine for people arriving from Spain, other countries designated as high-risk COVID-19 zones will be cut to 10 days (City A.M., 28.07.2020)
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International restrictions:
Individuals arriving in the UK must self-isolate for 14 days and may be contacted by UK authorities to verify compliance. New arrivals will be required to provide UK officials with contact and travel information upon arrival. Anyone failing to complete the information form or adhere to the new policy may be denied entry to the UK or be subject to fines. Eurostar to cancel summer trains in 2020 (BBC, 24.06.2020).
On Friday 3 July, UK authorities announced a list of over 50 countries and territoriesfrom which travelers will be able to travel to England from Friday 10 July, without facing a mandatory 14-day quarantine period upon arrival. The countries and territories listed by the British government have all been classified as ‘low risk’ in regards to coronavirus disease (COVID-19). A full list of the countries can be found here (please copy and paste link into your browser): https://www.gov.uk/guidance/coronavirus-covid-19-travel-corridors#travel-corridors-countries-and-territories-exemption-list.
London City Airport restarted international flights as of 13 July.
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Internal restrictions:
Health officials tightened COVID-19 lockdown in several areas of Northern England. Separate households are not be allowed to meet indoors in Greater Manchester, East Lancashire, and parts of West Yorkshire from midnight on July 31. Lockdown measures were reimposed in Aberdeen area after spike in COVID-19 cases from 5 August.
Authorities also ordered lockdown in Leicester because of COVID-19 infection rate. Non-essential shops and schools have closed, and the easing of restrictions on pubs and restaurants in other parts of England on Saturday, July 4, has been postponed in the city. Authorities have stated that the measures will be in place for the entirety of the city, in addition to the suburb areas of Birstall, Glenfield, and Oadby.
People in England are allowed to leave their homes only to shop for basic goods, to exercise, to receive care or help a vulnerable person and to travel to work which cannot be done from home. Those in Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland are still instructed to stay home except for essential journeys.
Schools across the UK are closed until further notice, though some remain open to accommodate children of key workers. Face masks are compulsory in supermarkets, shops, and public transport in England.
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Relaxation of restrictions:
From July 4, a number of COVID-19 restrictions were eased in the rest of England, with restaurants, pubs, cinemas, and hotels being permitted to reopen. However, the government has reserved the right to keep premises with a higher risk of transmission closed. Places of worship and outdoor gyms also reopened. Gatherings of more than 30 people remain prohibited. Face masks remain compulsory on public transportations services.
Unrestricted movement between Britain, some other countries has been permitted since 29 June. Quarantine was lifted to people returning from 39 countries with a low prevalence of COVID-19 from July 10, only people returning from Spain and Serbia remains to continue 14-day quarantine.
United Kingdom The following countries were added to the exempt list on Tuesday 28 July 2020:
Estonia
Latvia
Slovakia
Slovenia
St Vincent and the Grenadines
If you arrive in England from one of the above countries on or after 28 July you may not need to self-isolate. Read the rules about when you need to self-isolate and for how long.
If you arrived in England from one of the above countries before 28 July you will need to self-isolate.
Countries or territories removed from the exempt list
Spain was removed from the exempt list on Sunday 26 July 2020.
If you arrive in England from Spain on or after 26 July you will need to self-isolate.
If you arrived in England from Spain before 26 July you may not need to self-isolate. Read the rules about when you need to self-isolate and for how long.
https://www.gov.uk/guidance/coronavirus-covid-19-travel-corridors#exemption-rules
United Kingdom From 25 July travelers from Spain to U.K. face 14-day quarantine following increase in COVID-19 cases (Reuters, 25.07.2020). Britain will drop its policy of requiring people returning from the Spanish Canary Islands or Balearics to quarantine for two weeks. (Reuters, 27.07.2020)
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International restrictions:
From 8 June, individuals arriving in the UK must self-isolate for 14 days and may be contacted by UK authorities to verify compliance. New arrivals will be required to provide UK officials with contact and travel information upon arrival. Anyone failing to complete the information form or adhere to the new policy may be denied entry to the UK or be subject to fines. Eurostar to cancel summer trains in 2020 (BBC, 24.06.2020).
On Friday 3 July, UK authorities announced a list of over 50 countries and territoriesfrom which travelers will be able to travel to England from Friday 10 July, without facing a mandatory 14-day quarantine period upon arrival. The countries and territories listed by the British government have all been classified as ‘low risk’ in regards to coronavirus disease (COVID-19). A full list of the countries can be found here (please copy and paste link into your browser): https://www.gov.uk/guidance/coronavirus-covid-19-travel-corridors#travel-corridors-countries-and-territories-exemption-list.
London City Airport restarted international flights as of 13 July.
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Internal restrictions:
Authorities order lockdown in Leicester because of COVID-19 infection rate (Reuters, 29.06.2020). Non-essential shops and schools have closed, and the easing of restrictions on pubs and restaurants in other parts of England on Saturday, July 4, has been postponed in the city. Authorities have stated that the measures will be in place for the entirety of the city, in addition to the suburb areas of Birstall, Glenfield, and Oadby.
People in England are allowed to leave their homes only to shop for basic goods, to exercise, to receive care or help a vulnerable person and to travel to work which cannot be done from home. Those in Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland are still instructed to stay home except for essential journeys.
Schools across the UK are closed until further notice, though some remain open to accommodate children of key workers. Pubs, restaurants, cafes, bars and other entertainment venues remain closed. Gatherings of more than two people are banned, unless it concerns members of the same household. The police have been given the power to disperse unauthorised gatherings and to fine those found to be violating the social distancing measures. Public transport is disrupted, notably in the capital, where London Underground (‘tube’) services are being reduced, with around 40 stations closed. Train operators are running reduced timetables while airlines have also substantially cut flights. Gatwick Express has suspended its services until further notice. Security forces have increased powers to control and order individuals to restrict movement or return to their accommodation. Fines from £100 to £3,200 are payable for infractions.
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Relaxation of restrictions:
From July 4, a number of COVID-19 restrictions were eased in the rest of England, with restaurants, pubs, cinemas, and hotels being permitted to reopen. However, the government has reserved the right to keep premises with a higher risk of transmission closed. Places of worship and outdoor gyms also reopened. Gatherings of more than 30 people remain prohibited. Face masks remain compulsory on public transportations services.
The UK government has set out a three phase plan for easing restrictions. The phases are provisionally dated from 13 May, 1 June and 4 July. Under the first phase, greater personal freedoms to exercise and meet in public are possible. The second phase will see primary schools, retailers and some sporting competitions return. The third phase will see some remaining businesses such as hairdressers reopen as well as places of worship.
Unrestricted movement between Britain, some other countries has been permitted since 29 June (Reuters, 09.06.2020). Quarantine is lifted to people returning from 39 countries with a low prevalence of COVID-19 from July 10, only people returning from Spain and Serbia remains to continue 14-day quarantine. (Helensburgh Advertiser, 08.07.2020).
United Kingdom New update. Arrival in the UK
Before your arrival in the UK, you must complete a passenger locator form. You must present these details on your arrival in England. This applies to both visitors and UK residents. There are a small number of groups of people who are exempt.
Updates to the travel corridor list
We will keep the conditions in these countries and territories under review. If they worsen we will reintroduce self-isolation requirements.
Countries or territories removed from the exempt list
Spain to be removed from the exempt list on Sunday 26 July 2020.
If you arrive in England from Spain on or after 26 July you will need to self-isolate.
If you arrive in England from Spain before 26 July you may not need to self-isolate. Read the rules about when you need to self-isolate and for how long.
Countries and territories with no self-isolation requirement on arrival in England
Unless you have visited or made a transit stop in a country or territory not listed below in the preceding 14 days, you don’t need to self–isolate when you arrive in England from the following countries and territories:
Akrotiri and Dhekelia
Andorra
Anguilla
Antigua and Barbuda
Aruba
Australia
Austria
The Bahamas
Barbados
Belgium
Bermuda
Bonaire,
St Eustatius and Saba
British Antarctic Territory
British Indian Ocean Territory
British Virgin Islands
Cayman Islands
the Channel Islands
Croatia
Curaçao
Cyprus
Czech Republic
Denmark
Dominica
Falkland Islands
Faroe Islands
Fiji
Finland
France
French Polynesia
Gibraltar
Germany
Greece
Greenland
Grenada
Guadeloupe
Hong Kong
Hungary
Iceland
Ireland
the Isle of Man
Italy
Jamaica
Japan
Liechtenstein
Lithuania
Luxembourg
Macao (Macau)
Malta
Mauritius
Monaco
Montserrat
the Netherlands
New Caledonia
New Zealand
Norway
Pitcairn, Henderson, Ducie and Oeno Islands
Poland
Reunion
San Marino
Seychelles
South Korea
South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
St Barthélemy
St Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha
St Kitts and Nevis
St LuciaSt Pierre and Miquelon
Switzerland
Taiwan
Trinidad and Tobago
Turkey
Turks and Caicos IslandsVatican
City State
Vietnam
This list may be added to following further discussions between the UK and international partners.
If you have coronavirus symptoms
Do not travel if you have coronavirus symptoms.
Tell a member of the staff or crew if you develop symptoms while travelling.
Published 3 July 2020
Last updated 25 July 2020
United Kingdom Updates to the travel corridor list
We will keep the conditions in these countries and territories under review. If they worsen we will not hesitate to reintroduce self-isolation requirements.
Countries and territories with no self-isolation on return to England
The government will today (10 July 2020) confirm that arrivals from Serbia to England are not exempt from the requirement to self-isolate on arrival. We have therefore removed Serbia from this list to give travellers as much notice as possible.
Unless you have visited or made a transit stop in any other country or territory in the preceding 14 days, you don’t need to self–isolate on your return to England from the following countries and territories:
Akrotiri and Dhekelia
Andorra
Anguilla
Antigua and Barbuda
Aruba
Australia
Austria
The Bahamas
Barbados
Belgium
Bermuda
Bonaire,
St Eustatius and Saba
British Antarctic Territory
British Indian Ocean Territory
British Virgin Islands
Cayman Islands
the Channel Islands
Croatia
Curaçao
Cyprus
Czech Republic
Denmark
Dominica
Falkland Islands
Faroe Islands
FijiFinland
France
French
Polynesia
Gibraltar
Germany
Greece
Greenland
Grenada
Guadeloupe
Hong Kong
Hungary
Iceland
Irelandthe
Isle of Man
Italy
Jamaica
Japan
Liechtenstein
Lithuania
Luxembourg
Macao (Macau)Malta
Mauritius
Monaco
Montserratthe
Netherlands
New Caledonia
New Zealand
Norway
Pitcairn, Henderson, Ducie and Oeno Islands
Poland
Reunion
San Marino
Seychelles
South Korea
South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
Spain
St Barthélemy
St Helena,
Ascension and Tristan da Cunha
St Kitts and Nevis
St Lucia
St Pierre and Miquelon
Switzerland
Taiwan
Trinidad and Tobago
Turkey
Turks and Caicos Islands
Vatican City State
Vietnam
This list may be added to over the coming days following further discussions between the UK and international partners.
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International restrictions:
From June 8, 2020, individuals arriving in the UK must self-isolate for 14 days and may be contacted by UK authorities to verify compliance. New arrivals will be required to provide UK officials with contact and travel information upon arrival. Anyone failing to complete the information form or adhere to the new policy may be denied entry to the UK or be subject to fines. Eurostar to cancel summer trains in 2020 (BBC, 24.06.2020).
On Friday 3 July, UK authorities announced a list of over 50 countries and territoriesfrom which travelers will be able to travel to England from Friday 10 July, without facing a mandatory 14-day quarantine period upon arrival. The countries and territories listed by the British government have all been classified as ‘low risk’ in regards to coronavirus disease (COVID-19). A full list of the countries can be found here (please copy and paste link into your browser): https://www.gov.uk/guidance/coronavirus-covid-19-travel-corridors#travel-corridors-countries-and-territories-exemption-list.
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Internal restrictions:
Authorities order lockdown in Leicester because of COVID-19 infection rate (Reuters, 29.06.2020). Non-essential shops and schools have closed, and the easing of restrictions on pubs and restaurants in other parts of England on Saturday, July 4, has been postponed in the city. Authorities have stated that the measures will be in place for the entirety of the city, in addition to the suburb areas of Birstall, Glenfield, and Oadby.
People in England are allowed to leave their homes only to shop for basic goods, to exercise, to receive care or help a vulnerable person and to travel to work which cannot be done from home. Those in Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland are still instructed to stay home except for essential journeys.
Schools across the UK are closed until further notice, though some remain open to accommodate children of key workers. Pubs, restaurants, cafes, bars and other entertainment venues remain closed. Gatherings of more than two people are banned, unless it concerns members of the same household. The police have been given the power to disperse unauthorised gatherings and to fine those found to be violating the social distancing measures. Public transport is disrupted, notably in the capital, where London Underground (‘tube’) services are being reduced, with around 40 stations closed. Train operators are running reduced timetables while airlines have also substantially cut flights. Gatwick Express has suspended its services until further notice. Security forces have increased powers to control and order individuals to restrict movement or return to their accommodation. Fines from £100 to £3,200 are payable for infractions.
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Relaxation of restrictions:
From July 4, a number of COVID-19 restrictions were eased in the rest of England, with restaurants, pubs, cinemas, and hotels being permitted to reopen. However, the government has reserved the right to keep premises with a higher risk of transmission closed. Places of worship and outdoor gyms also reopened. Gatherings of more than 30 people remain prohibited. Face masks remain compulsory on public transportations services.
The UK government has set out a three phase plan for easing restrictions. The phases are provisionally dated from 13 May, 1 June and 4 July. Under the first phase, greater personal freedoms to exercise and meet in public are possible. The second phase will see primary schools, retailers and some sporting competitions return. The third phase will see some remaining businesses such as hairdressers reopen as well as places of worship.
Unrestricted movement between Britain, some other countries is permitted from 29 June (Reuters, 09.06.2020). Quarantine is lifted to people returning from 39 countries with a low prevalence of COVID-19 on July 10, only people returning from Spain and Serbia remains to continue 14-day quarantine. (Helensburgh Advertiser, 08.07.2020).
United Kingdom UK authorities announced a list of over 50 countries and territories on Friday, July 3, from which travelers will be able to travel to England from Friday, July 10, without facing a mandatory 14-day quarantine period upon arrival. The countries and territories listed by the British government have all been classified as ‘low risk’ in regards to coronavirus disease (COVID-19). A full list of the countries can be found here (please copy and paste link into your browser): https://www.gov.uk/guidance/coronavirus-covid-19-travel-corridors#travel-corridors-countries-and-territories-exemption-list.
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International restrictions:
From June 8, 2020, individuals arriving in the UK must self-isolate for 14 days and may be contacted by UK authorities to verify compliance. New arrivals will be required to provide UK officials with contact and travel information upon arrival. Anyone failing to complete the information form or adhere to the new policy may be denied entry to the UK or be subject to fines. Eurostar to cancel summer trains in 2020 (BBC, 24.06.2020).
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Internal restrictions:
Authorities order lockdown in Leicester because of COVID-19 infection rate (Reuters, 29.06.2020). Non-essential shops and schools have closed, and the easing of restrictions on pubs and restaurants in other parts of England on Saturday, July 4, has been postponed in the city. Authorities have stated that the measures will be in place for the entirety of the city, in addition to the suburb areas of Birstall, Glenfield, and Oadby.
People in England are allowed to leave their homes only to shop for basic goods, to exercise, to receive care or help a vulnerable person and to travel to work which cannot be done from home. Those in Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland are still instructed to stay home except for essential journeys.
Schools across the UK are closed until further notice, though some remain open to accommodate children of key workers. Pubs, restaurants, cafes, bars and other entertainment venues remain closed. Gatherings of more than two people are banned, unless it concerns members of the same household. The police have been given the power to disperse unauthorised gatherings and to fine those found to be violating the social distancing measures. Public transport is disrupted, notably in the capital, where London Underground (‘tube’) services are being reduced, with around 40 stations closed. Train operators are running reduced timetables while airlines have also substantially cut flights. Gatwick Express has suspended its services until further notice. Security forces have increased powers to control and order individuals to restrict movement or return to their accommodation. Fines from £100 to £3,200 are payable for infractions.
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Relaxation of restrictions:
From July 4, a number of COVID-19 restrictions were eased in the rest of England, with restaurants, pubs, cinemas, and hotels being permitted to reopen. However, the government has reserved the right to keep premises with a higher risk of transmission closed. Places of worship and outdoor gyms also reopened. Gatherings of more than 30 people remain prohibited. Face masks remain compulsory on public transportations services.
The UK government has set out a three phase plan for easing restrictions. The phases are provisionally dated from 13 May, 1 June and 4 July. Under the first phase, greater personal freedoms to exercise and meet in public are possible. The second phase will see primary schools, retailers and some sporting competitions return. The third phase will see some remaining businesses such as hairdressers reopen as well as places of worship.
Unrestricted movement between Britain, some other countries is permitted from 29 June (Reuters, 09.06.2020)
United Kingdom Coronavirus regulations mean that you must self-isolate for 14 days if you return to the UK from a country outside the common travel area.
The government is satisfied that it is now safe to ease these measures in England and has introduced travel corridors for some countries and territories.
Exemption rules
From 10 July 2020 you will not have to self-isolate when you arrive in England, if you:
are travelling or returning from one of the travel corridor countries
have not been to or stopped in a country that’s not on the travel corridor list in the previous 14 day
This applies to all travel to England, by train, ferry, coach, air or any other route.
If you have been to or stopped in a country that’s not on the travel corridor list you will have to self-isolate until 14 days have passed since you left that country.
Arrival in the UK
Before your arrival in the UK, you must complete a passenger locator form. You must present these details on your arrival in England. This applies to both visitors and UK residents.
Updates to the travel corridor list
We will keep the conditions in these countries and territories under review. If they worsen we will not hesitate to reintroduce self-isolation requirements.
Travellers should always check the latest FCO travel advice. Travel advice includes information on any health measures in place for visitors to the country or territory. These can include a requirement to self-isolate, quarantine, or undergo testing for coronavirus, or even restrictions on entry.
Make sure you have appropriate travel insurance in case you have unexpected costs.
Travel corridors: countries and territories exemption list
From 10 July 2020, unless they have visited or stopped in any other country or territory in the preceding 14 days, passengers arriving from the following countries and territories will not be required to self-isolate on arrival into England.
Andorra
Germany
New Zealand
Antigua and Barbuda
Greece
Norway
Aruba
Greenland
Poland
Australia
Grenada Réunion
Austria
Guadeloupe
San Marino
Bahamas Hong Kong
Serbia
Barbados
Hungary
Seychelles
Belgium
Iceland
South Korea
Bonaire,
Sint Eustatius and Saba
Italy
Spain
Croatia
Jamaica
St Barthélemy
Curaçao
Japan
St Kitts and Nevis
Cyprus
Liechtenstein
St Lucia
Czech Republic
Lithuania
St Pierre and Miquelon
Denmark
Luxembourg
Switzerland
Dominica
Macau
Taiwan
Faroe Islands
Malta
Trinidad and Tobago
Fiji
Mauritius
Turkey
Finland
Monaco
Vatican City
France
Netherlands
Vietnam
French Polynesia
New Caledonia
Ireland is already exempt as part of the common travel area, as are the Channel Islands and the Isle of Man.
In addition, we will be exempting the 14 British Overseas Territories.
This list may be added to over the coming days following further discussions between the UK and international partners.
Information for travel into Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland will be published in due course by the Devolved Administrations.
United Kingdom London Southend Airport reopens to passengers as of 1 July. (Breaking Travel News, 01.07.2020)
London City Airport resumed domestic operations as of 21 June. Initially flights will be restricted to those within the UK and Ireland. Additional flights to countries elsewhere in Europe are likely to recommence in the coming weeks.
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International restrictions:
From June 8, 2020, individuals arriving in the UK must self-isolate for 14 days and may be contacted by UK authorities to verify compliance. New arrivals will be required to provide UK officials with contact and travel information upon arrival. Anyone failing to complete the information form or adhere to the new policy may be denied entry to the UK or be subject to fines. Eurostar to cancel summer trains in 2020 (BBC, 24.06.2020).
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Internal restrictions:
Authorities order lockdown in Leicester because of COVID-19 infection rate (Reuters, 29.06.2020).
People in England are allowed to leave their homes only to shop for basic goods, to exercise, to receive care or help a vulnerable person and to travel to work which cannot be done from home. Those in Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland are still instructed to stay home except for essential journeys.
Schools across the UK are closed until further notice, though some remain open to accommodate children of key workers. Pubs, restaurants, cafes, bars and other entertainment venues remain closed. Gatherings of more than two people are banned, unless it concerns members of the same household. The police have been given the power to disperse unauthorised gatherings and to fine those found to be violating the social distancing measures. Public transport is disrupted, notably in the capital, where London Underground (‘tube’) services are being reduced, with around 40 stations closed. Train operators are running reduced timetables while airlines have also substantially cut flights. Gatwick Express has suspended its services until further notice. Security forces have increased powers to control and order individuals to restrict movement or return to their accommodation. Fines from £100 to £3,200 are payable for infractions.
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Relaxation of restrictions:
The UK government has set out a three phase plan for easing restrictions. The phases are provisionally dated from 13 May, 1 June and 4 July. Under the first phase, greater personal freedoms to exercise and meet in public are possible. The second phase will see primary schools, retailers and some sporting competitions return. The third phase will see some remaining businesses such as hairdressers reopen as well as places of worship.
Northern Ireland eases COVID-19 restrictions on 18 May (Reuters, 18.05.2020). Unrestricted movement between Britain, some other countries is permitted from 29 June (Reuters, 09.06.2020)
Pubs, restaurants, hotels and hairdressers can open from 4 July in England, as social distancing rules eased. (BBC, 23.06.2020)
United Kingdom London City Airport resumed domestic operations as of 21 June. . Initially flights will be restricted to those within the UK and Ireland. Additional flights to countries elsewhere in Europe are likely to recommence in the coming weeks. Unrestricted movement between Britain, some other countries to be permitted from 29 June (Reuters, 09.06.2020)
1. Passengers are subject to self-isolation for 14 days.
2. A completed “Public Health Passenger Locator Form” must be presented to immigration upon arrival. The form can be obtained before departure at https://visas-immigration.service.gov.uk/public-health-passenger-locator-form.
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International restrictions:
From June 8, 2020, individuals arriving in the UK must self-isolate for 14 days and may be contacted by UK authorities to verify compliance. New arrivals will be required to provide UK officials with contact and travel information upon arrival. Anyone failing to complete the information form or adhere to the new policy may be denied entry to the UK or be subject to fines.
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Internal restrictions:
People in England are allowed to leave their homes only to shop for basic goods, to exercise, to receive care or help a vulnerable person and to travel to work which cannot be done from home. Those in Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland are still instructed to stay home except for essential journeys.
Schools across the UK are closed until further notice, though some remain open to accommodate children of key workers. Pubs, restaurants, cafes, bars and other entertainment venues remain closed. Gatherings of more than two people are banned, unless it concerns members of the same household. The police have been given the power to disperse unauthorised gatherings and to fine those found to be violating the social distancing measures. Public transport is disrupted, notably in the capital, where London Underground (‘tube’) services are being reduced, with around 40 stations closed. Train operators are running reduced timetables while airlines have also substantially cut flights. Gatwick Express has suspended its services until further notice. Security forces have increased powers to control and order individuals to restrict movement or return to their accommodation. Fines from £100 to £3,200 are payable for infractions.
*****
Relaxation of restrictions:
The UK government has set out a three phase plan for easing restrictions. The phases are provisionally dated from 13 May, 1 June and 4 July. Under the first phase, greater personal freedoms to exercise and meet in public are possible. The second phase will see primary schools, retailers and some sporting competitions return. The third phase will see some remaining businesses such as hairdressers reopen as well as places of worship.
Northern Ireland eases COVID-19 restrictions on 18 May (Reuters, 18.05.2020)
Pubs, restaurants, hotels and hairdressers can open from 4 July in England, as social distancing rules eased. (BBC, 23.06.2020)
United Kingdom London City Airport resumed domestic operations as of 21 June. . Initially flights will be restricted to those within the UK and Ireland. Additional flights to countries elsewhere in Europe are likely to recommence in the coming weeks. Unrestricted movement between Britain, some other countries to be permitted from 29 June (Reuters, 09.06.2020)
1. Passengers are subject to self-isolation for 14 days.
2. A completed “Public Health Passenger Locator Form” must be presented to immigration upon arrival. The form can be obtained before departure at https://visas-immigration.service.gov.uk/public-health-passenger-locator-form.
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International restrictions:
From June 8, 2020, individuals arriving in the UK must self-isolate for 14 days and may be contacted by UK authorities to verify compliance. New arrivals will be required to provide UK officials with contact and travel information upon arrival. Anyone failing to complete the information form or adhere to the new policy may be denied entry to the UK or be subject to fines.
*****
Internal restrictions:
People in England are allowed to leave their homes only to shop for basic goods, to exercise, to receive care or help a vulnerable person and to travel to work which cannot be done from home. Those in Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland are still instructed to stay home except for essential journeys.
Schools across the UK are closed until further notice, though some remain open to accommodate children of key workers. Pubs, restaurants, cafes, bars and other entertainment venues remain closed. Gatherings of more than two people are banned, unless it concerns members of the same household. The police have been given the power to disperse unauthorised gatherings and to fine those found to be violating the social distancing measures. Public transport is disrupted, notably in the capital, where London Underground (‘tube’) services are being reduced, with around 40 stations closed. Train operators are running reduced timetables while airlines have also substantially cut flights. Gatwick Express has suspended its services until further notice. Security forces have increased powers to control and order individuals to restrict movement or return to their accommodation. Fines from £100 to £3,200 are payable for infractions.
*****
Relaxation of restrictions:
The UK government has set out a three phase plan for easing restrictions. The phases are provisionally dated from 13 May, 1 June and 4 July. Under the first phase, greater personal freedoms to exercise and meet in public are possible. The second phase will see primary schools, retailers and some sporting competitions return. The third phase will see some remaining businesses such as hairdressers reopen as well as places of worship.
Northern Ireland eases COVID-19 restrictions on 18 May (Reuters, 18.05.2020)
United Kingdom Unrestricted movement between Britain, some other countries to be permitted from 29 June (Reuters, 09.06.2020) 1. Passengers are subject to self-isolation for 14 days. 2. A completed “Public Health Passenger Locator Form” must be presented to immigration upon arrival. The form can be obtained before departure at https://visas-immigration.service.gov.uk/public-health-passenger-locator-form.
International restrictions:
From June 8, 2020, individuals arriving in the UK must self-isolate for 14 days and may be contacted by UK authorities to verify compliance. New arrivals will be required to provide UK officials with contact and travel information upon arrival. Anyone failing to complete the information form or adhere to the new policy may be denied entry to the UK or be subject to fines.
Internal restrictions:
People in England are allowed to leave their homes only to shop for basic goods, to exercise, to receive care or help a vulnerable person and to travel to work which cannot be done from home. Those in Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland are still instructed to stay home except for essential journeys. Schools across the UK are closed until further notice, though some remain open to accommodate children of key workers. Pubs, restaurants, cafes, bars and other entertainment venues remain closed. Gatherings of more than two people are banned, unless it concerns members of the same household. The police have been given the power to disperse unauthorised gatherings and to fine those found to be violating the social distancing measures. Public transport is disrupted, notably in the capital, where London Underground (‘tube’) services are being reduced, with around 40 stations closed. Train operators are running reduced timetables while airlines have also substantially cut flights. Gatwick Express has suspended its services until further notice. Security forces have increased powers to control and order individuals to restrict movement or return to their accommodation. Fines from £100 to £3,200 are payable for infractions.
Relaxation of restrictions:
The UK government has set out a three phase plan for easing restrictions. The phases are provisionally dated from 13 May, 1 June and 4 July. Under the first phase, greater personal freedoms to exercise and meet in public are possible. The second phase will see primary schools, retailers and some sporting competitions return. The third phase will see some remaining businesses such as hairdressers reopen as well as places of worship. Northern Ireland eases COVID-19 restrictions on 18 May (Reuters, 18.05.2020)
United Kingdom Unrestricted movement between Britain, some other countries to be permitted from 29 June (Reuters, 09.06.2020)
Effective 8 June:
1. Passengers are subject to self-isolation for 14 days.
2. A completed “Public Health Passenger Locator Form” must be presented to immigration upon arrival.
International restrictions:
From June 8, 2020, individuals arriving in the UK must self-isolate for 14 days and may be contacted by UK authorities to verify compliance. New arrivals will be required to provide UK officials with contact and travel information upon arrival. Anyone failing to complete the information form or adhere to the new policy may be denied entry to the UK or be subject to fines.
Internal restrictions:
People in England are allowed to leave their homes only to shop for basic goods, to exercise, to receive care or help a vulnerable person and to travel to work which cannot be done from home. Those in Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland are still instructed to stay home except for essential journeys.
Schools across the UK are closed until further notice, though some remain open to accommodate children of key workers. Pubs, restaurants, cafes, bars and other entertainment venues remain closed. Gatherings of more than two people are banned, unless it concerns members of the same household. The police have been given the power to disperse unauthorised gatherings and to fine those found to be violating the social distancing measures. Public transport is disrupted, notably in the capital, where London Underground (‘tube’) services are being reduced, with around 40 stations closed. Train operators are running reduced timetables while airlines have also substantially cut flights. Gatwick Express has suspended its services until further notice. Security forces have increased powers to control and order individuals to restrict movement or return to their accommodation. Fines from £100 to £3,200 are payable for infractions.
Relaxation of restrictions:
The UK government has set out a three phase plan for easing restrictions. The phases are provisionally dated from 13 May, 1 June and 4 July. Under the first phase, greater personal freedoms to exercise and meet in public are possible. The second phase will see primary schools, retailers and some sporting competitions return. The third phase will see some remaining businesses such as hairdressers reopen as well as places of worship.
Northern Ireland eases COVID-19 restrictions on 18 May (Reuters, 18.05.2020)
United Kingdom Commercial flights will return to London City Airport by the end of June. (Yahoo, 03.06.2020)
Effective 8 June:
1. Passengers are subject to self-isolation for 14 days.
2. A completed “Public Health Passenger Locator Form” must be presented to immigration upon arrival.
International restrictions:
From June 8, 2020, individuals arriving in the UK must self-isolate for 14 days and may be contacted by UK authorities to verify compliance. New arrivals will be required to provide UK officials with contact and travel information upon arrival. Anyone failing to complete the information form or adhere to the new policy may be denied entry to the UK or be subject to fines.
Internal restrictions:
People in England are allowed to leave their homes only to shop for basic goods, to exercise, to receive care or help a vulnerable person and to travel to work which cannot be done from home. Those in Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland are still instructed to stay home except for essential journeys.
Schools across the UK are closed until further notice, though some remain open to accommodate children of key workers. Pubs, restaurants, cafes, bars and other entertainment venues remain closed. Gatherings of more than two people are banned, unless it concerns members of the same household. The police have been given the power to disperse unauthorised gatherings and to fine those found to be violating the social distancing measures. Public transport is disrupted, notably in the capital, where London Underground (‘tube’) services are being reduced, with around 40 stations closed. Train operators are running reduced timetables while airlines have also substantially cut flights. Gatwick Express has suspended its services until further notice. Security forces have increased powers to control and order individuals to restrict movement or return to their accommodation. Fines from £100 to £3,200 are payable for infractions.
Relaxation of restrictions:
The UK government has set out a three phase plan for easing restrictions. The phases are provisionally dated from 13 May, 1 June and 4 July. Under the first phase, greater personal freedoms to exercise and meet in public are possible. The second phase will see primary schools, retailers and some sporting competitions return. The third phase will see some remaining businesses such as hairdressers reopen as well as places of worship.
Northern Ireland eases COVID-19 restrictions on 18 May (Reuters, 18.05.2020)
United Kingdom Commercial flights will return to London City Airport by the end of June. (Yahoo, 03.06.2020)
Effective 8 June:
1. Passengers are subject to self-isolation for 14 days.
2. A completed “Public Health Passenger Locator Form” must be presented to immigration upon arrival.
International restrictions:
From June 8, 2020, individuals arriving in the UK must self-isolate for 14 days and may be contacted by UK authorities to verify compliance. New arrivals will be required to provide UK officials with contact and travel information upon arrival. Anyone failing to complete the information form or adhere to the new policy may be denied entry to the UK or be subject to fines.
Internal restrictions:
People in England are allowed to leave their homes only to shop for basic goods, to exercise, to receive care or help a vulnerable person and to travel to work which cannot be done from home. Those in Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland are still instructed to stay home except for essential journeys.
Schools across the UK are closed until further notice, though some remain open to accommodate children of key workers. Pubs, restaurants, cafes, bars and other entertainment venues remain closed. Gatherings of more than two people are banned, unless it concerns members of the same household. The police have been given the power to disperse unauthorised gatherings and to fine those found to be violating the social distancing measures. Public transport is disrupted, notably in the capital, where London Underground (‘tube’) services are being reduced, with around 40 stations closed. Train operators are running reduced timetables while airlines have also substantially cut flights. Gatwick Express has suspended its services until further notice. Security forces have increased powers to control and order individuals to restrict movement or return to their accommodation. Fines from £100 to £3,200 are payable for infractions.
National movement restrictions: partially banned
Restrictive measures mandatory between 01 June 2020 to TBD.
Groups of up to 6 can meet in England. In Wales, 2 households can meet (no max number suggested) but should not travel far to do so. In Scotland 2 households can meet (max 8 people) outdoors respecting social distance. Some sports (e.g. golf, fishing, tennis) allowed.
Non-essential shops closure: partially closed
Restrictive measures mandatory between 13 May 2020 to TBD.
Car showrooms and outdoor markets open in England. Other non-essential businesses planned to open on 15 June.
Events stop: banned
Restrictive measures mandatory between 19 May 2020 to TBD.
Other: closed/cancelled
Restrictive measures between 29 March 2020 to TBD.
Relaxation of restrictions:
The UK government has set out a three phase plan for easing restrictions. The phases are provisionally dated from 13 May, 1 June and 4 July. Under the first phase, greater personal freedoms to exercise and meet in public are possible. The second phase will see primary schools, retailers and some sporting competitions return. The third phase will see some remaining businesses such as hairdressers reopen as well as places of worship.
Northern Ireland eases COVID-19 restrictions on 18 May (Reuters, 18.05.2020)
United Kingdom Commercial flights will return to London City Airport by the end of June. (Yahoo, 03.06.2020)
International restrictions:
From June 8, 2020, individuals arriving in the UK must self-isolate for 14 days and may be contacted by UK authorities to verify compliance. New arrivals will be required to provide UK officials with contact and travel information upon arrival. Anyone failing to complete the information form or adhere to the new policy may be denied entry to the UK or be subject to fines.
Internal restrictions:
People in England are allowed to leave their homes only to shop for basic goods, to exercise, to receive care or help a vulnerable person and to travel to work which cannot be done from home. Those in Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland are still instructed to stay home except for essential journeys.
Schools across the UK are closed until further notice, though some remain open to accommodate children of key workers. Pubs, restaurants, cafes, bars and other entertainment venues remain closed. Gatherings of more than two people are banned, unless it concerns members of the same household. The police have been given the power to disperse unauthorised gatherings and to fine those found to be violating the social distancing measures. Public transport is disrupted, notably in the capital, where London Underground (‘tube’) services are being reduced, with around 40 stations closed. Train operators are running reduced timetables while airlines have also substantially cut flights. Gatwick Express has suspended its services until further notice. Security forces have increased powers to control and order individuals to restrict movement or return to their accommodation. Fines from £100 to £3,200 are payable for infractions.
Relaxation of restrictions:
The UK government has set out a three phase plan for easing restrictions. The phases are provisionally dated from 13 May, 1 June and 4 July. Under the first phase, greater personal freedoms to exercise and meet in public are possible. The second phase will see primary schools, retailers and some sporting competitions return. The third phase will see some remaining businesses such as hairdressers reopen as well as places of worship.
Northern Ireland eases COVID-19 restrictions on 18 May (Reuters, 18.05.2020)
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International restrictions:
From June 8, 2020, individuals arriving in the UK must self-isolate for 14 days and may be contacted by UK authorities to verify compliance. New arrivals will be required to provide UK officials with contact and travel information upon arrival. Anyone failing to complete the information form or adhere to the new policy may be denied entry to the UK or be subject to fines.
Internal restrictions:
People in England are allowed to leave their homes only to shop for basic goods, to exercise, to receive care or help a vulnerable person and to travel to work which cannot be done from home. Those in Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland are still instructed to stay home except for essential journeys. Schools across the UK are closed until further notice, though some remain open to accommodate children of key workers. Pubs, restaurants, cafes, bars and other entertainment venues remain closed. Gatherings of more than two people are banned, unless it concerns members of the same household. The police have been given the power to disperse unauthorised gatherings and to fine those found to be violating the social distancing measures. Public transport is disrupted, notably in the capital, where London Underground (‘tube’) services are being reduced, with around 40 stations closed. Train operators are running reduced timetables while airlines have also substantially cut flights. Gatwick Express has suspended its services until further notice. Security forces have increased powers to control and order individuals to restrict movement or return to their accommodation. Fines from £100 to £3,200 are payable for infractions.
Relaxation of restrictions:
The UK government has set out a three phase plan for easing restrictions. The phases are provisionally dated from 13 May, 1 June and 4 July. Under the first phase, greater personal freedoms to exercise and meet in public are possible. The second phase will see primary schools, retailers and some sporting competitions return. The third phase will see some remaining businesses such as hairdressers reopen as well as places of worship. Northern Ireland eases COVID-19 restrictions on 18 May (Reuters, 18.05.2020)
United Kingdom
International restrictions:
The United Kingdom has not imposed any restrictions on inbound travellers. The government is considering a mandatory self-quarantine of inbound travellers for 14 days, although no date has been provided for implementation. French and Irish travellers would be exempt from the quarantine.
Internal restrictions:
People in England are allowed to leave their homes only to shop for basic goods, to exercise, to receive care or help a vulnerable person and to travel to work which cannot be done from home. Those in Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland are still instructed to stay home except for essential journeys. Schools across the UK are closed until further notice, though some remain open to accommodate children of key workers. Pubs, restaurants, cafes, bars and other entertainment venues remain closed. Gatherings of more than two people are banned, unless it concerns members of the same household. The police have been given the power to disperse unauthorised gatherings and to fine those found to be violating the social distancing measures. Public transport is disrupted, notably in the capital, where London Underground (‘tube’) services are being reduced, with around 40 stations closed. Train operators are running reduced timetables while airlines have also substantially cut flights. Gatwick Express has suspended its services until further notice. Security forces have increased powers to control and order individuals to restrict movement or return to their accommodation. Fines from £100 to £3,200 are payable for infractions.
Relaxation of restrictions:
The UK government has set out a three phase plan for easing restrictions. The phases are provisionally dated from 13 May, 1 June and 4 July. Under the first phase, greater personal freedoms to exercise and meet in public are possible. The second phase will see primary schools, retailers and some sporting competitions return. The third phase will see some remaining businesses such as hairdressers reopen as well as places of worship.
United Kingdom Lockdown measures to remain in effect for at least another three weeks (Skynews, 16.04.2020) Quarantine measures for air travellers could be implemented from May. (Metro, 27.04.2020)
Travellers who have arrived since 19 February from China’s Hubei province, Iran, Italy and Special care zones in South Korea are advised to stay indoors, avoid contact with other people and call NHS111. Travellers from other areas in mainland China, South Korea as well as Cambodia, Hong Kong, Japan, Laos, Macau, Malaysia, Myanmar, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand and Vietnam should self-quarantine if they show any symptoms.
London City Airport (LCY) is suspending all commercial and private flights until the end of April. British Airways is suspending its entire flight schedule from Gatwick airport. Teesside International Airport will close as Eastern Airways and KLM have taken the decision to suspend all flights. London Heathrow Airport has introduced large-scale temperature checking of passengers. London Gatwick airport closed its north terminal. Heathrow airport closed its terminal 3 and 4. Rail services to T4 will be suspended from 8 May.London Gatwick airport closed its north terminal. Heathrow airport closed its terminal 3 and 4. Rail services to T4 will be suspended from 8 May.
Internal restrictions:
People in Britain are only allowed to leave their homes to shop for basic goods, to exercise once a day, to receive care or help a vulnerable person and to travel to essential work.
Schools across the UK have been closed since 20 March until further notice, though some remain open to accommodate children of key workers.
Pubs, restaurants, cafes, bars and other entertainment venues are closed until further notice.
Gatherings of more than two people are banned, unless it concerns members of the same household. The police have been given the power to disperse unauthorised gatherings and to fine those found to be violating the social distancing measures.
Public transport has been disrupted since 19 March, notably in the capital, where London Underground (‘tube’) services are being reduced, with around 40 stations closed.
Train operators are running reduced timetables while airlines have also substantially cut flights. Gatwick Express has suspended its services until further notice. Several supermarkets are rationing the number of individual products that can be bought per person.
Drones and facial recognition systems are in place to ease security forces control of the lockdown and hand out fines. Security forces have increased powers to control and order individuals to restrict movement or return to their accomodation. Fines may reach up to 2,500 Euros (2,700 USD) and jail time for restrictions trespassing is a possibility.
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UK Travel Restrictions: What You Need TO Know Before GoingThe UK – four countries in one bottle: monarchical England with a lot of attractions, mountains, and blue lakes of Scotland, the land of medieval castles in Wales, and cozy villages of Northern Ireland. A land of rains, pipes, and fox hunting, the UK is constantly gaining global attention. Either Lord of the Dance will come on tour, or Catherine Zeta-Jones and Sean Connery will shine in another Hollywood fairy tale. And even though it is still difficult to obtain a British visa, and travel to foggy Albion promises to result in a tidy sum, the tourist flow to the country does not dry up – we all want to stand at the threshold of the English monarchy, delve into the rules of pub etiquette, pick up a kilt for the cold autumn and recite “To be or not to be?” directly in the homeland of Shakespeare. In addition, the UK has medieval castles and Gothic cathedrals, the tranquil beauty and serenity of rural landscapes, the recklessness and frenzy of evening London, granite of science in the best language schools, shopping in expensive prestigious boutiques and rummaging through the junk at flea markets. In short, a great variety. Let’s take a look at what it takes to properly enter the United Kingdom. General rules for entering the UKUpon arrival at the UK airport, you will have your passport or other identification checked to ensure that you are allowed to enter the country. Your documents must be valid throughout your visit to England. Before leaving for the UK, check the documents you will need to enter the UK. You may be asked at the border to confirm your relationship with the children you are traveling with if border control doubts that you are the parent of the child. For example, you have a different last name with your child. You can present:
Your carrier (for example, an airline) will check your passport and other travel documents and then send information about you to customs. You can ask to take a look at this information. Your passport is subject to verification, so keep it ready. Remove the cover of your passport before showing it. If you are wearing dark glasses, take them off. If you go through control with your family, then stick together. If you are not from the EEA or Switzerland, your carrier will give you a “landing page”. Please fill it out before going through border control. This will save you time. Passport, as well as the “landing page” will be checked at the control. Passing through British customsUK entry regulations require you to cooperate if you are stopped at customs and asked about your baggage. If you broke the rules, then any of your things, as well as what you are transporting it in, can be confiscated. It is prohibited to import weapons, ammunition, drugs, pornography, and poisons into the UK. Special permits are required for items of cultural or historical value, drugs containing drugs, plants, wild birds, and animals. Products made from meat and milk are a travel ban: even a box of chocolates is confiscated. As an exception, you can import baby food or dietary food for people with various diseases, but its weight should not exceed 2 kg. Those who travel to the UK with pets will have to prepare an international veterinary certificate and a special license, as well as tune in to a long quarantine. Pets that meet the PETS program are admitted to the country without delay. Export restrictions and prohibitions are the same as for import. Tax free Non-EU tourists staying in the UK for less than 3 months a year can take advantage of the Tax free system. When making retail purchases in participating stores, you can get up to 20% VAT refund. Global Blue prepares a refund for amounts from 30 GBP, Tax Free Worldwide – from amounts of 50 GBP per check. In the store, you will need to fill out a special form, keep the receipt and the integrity of the packaging, present the goods and documents at customs (the employee will put a stamp), and then at the Cash Refund point. VAT can be returned in cash at Heathrow Airport or by wire transfer to a bank card. What questions are asked at the UK border? If you have already received a UK visa and packed your suitcases, then it’s time to think about the following topic: the rules for entering the UK. Before travel, be sure to familiarize yourself with the information on entering the United Kingdom, at least in general terms, in order to feel more confident. As a rule, a tourist thinks about what questions he may be asked when crossing the English border, how to behave, how long the process takes, whether medical insurance is required, and what can and cannot be brought into the country. So, according to the rules of entry into England, upon arrival, all tourists are given a small migration card in English (UK Border Agency Landing Card). There you need to indicate some of your personal information, including the address where you plan to stay in the UK. You will have to fill them right on the spot; the questions are simple, so there will be no difficulties at this stage. You need to be prepared for the fact that you will have to stand in a rather big queue since airports are often very busy. UK Border Crossing DocumentsSome documents are required when entering the UK, but there are not many of them. The most important are papers confirming the purpose of your visit to the country. This can be an invitation from relatives you are going to visit, or from a company where you are traveling on business. If the purpose of the travel is for tourism purposes only, you should bring your hotel booking confirmation. You can show it if the officer asks where you plan to stay. In each individual situation, it is worth taking additional documents with you to cross the English border. If, for example, you got married and changed your last name, and the old one is indicated on your visa, take a marriage registration certificate to prevent unnecessary questions. If you are traveling with a child and you have different surnames, you should take your birth certificate with you; if you are not his parent, then you must have documents confirming your right to accompany him during his travel to Britain; these papers will definitely be asked. All of them must be provided in English, translation is not required. UK and Covid-19Traveling to the UK may be a dream of many people, but the current situation in the world can greatly prevent from visiting the country. The situation with the spread of the new coronavirus Covid-19 infection in the UK remains tense. The country is among the states with an unfavorable course of the disease. The success of the British healthcare system looks especially weak in comparison with some other European countries. On the first day of autumn, more than 334 thousand cases of Covid-19 were recorded in the UK. At the same time, more than 41 thousand people have already died. The daily increase in cases is also not encouraging – 1715 people as of August 31. Against this background, the country‘s cabinet of ministers has repeatedly come under serious public criticism. Many experts have accused the government of being unprepared for the pandemic and delaying the adoption of restrictive measures. Fuel to the fire was added by the fact that the head of the British government Boris Johnson himself fell ill with the coronavirus Covid-19, temporarily moving away from the government. A nationwide quarantine was announced, when local hospitals were already unable to cope with the large flow of sick citizens. At the same time, the British authorities, unlike other European countries, did not close their borders and introduce a mandatory 14 days quarantine requirement for arriving guests with need to self isolate. However, it was difficult to obtain a visa for travel. The fact is that almost all British visa centers abroad were not working. And yet, the restrictive measures introduced inside the country gave the first positive results, the number of cases decreased. Since May 13, the UK has begun to ease domestic quarantine and return to normal life. However, repeated outbreaks of the disease are forcing the British government to return to separate prohibitive measures. Rules for entering the UK under quarantine restrictionsThe difficult epidemiological situation forced the British Cabinet to impose restrictions on entry into the country. Obviously, they were belated, given that the state did not close its external borders. From 8 June, all foreigners entering the UK must:
You can get to the place of quarantine by public transport, but subject to the mask regime and social distancing. For violation of these rules, you could face a fine, in extreme cases – expulsion from the country. Exceptions to the rulesThe actions of the British authorities are well suited to the Soviet slogan during the New Economic Policy: “One step forward, two steps back”. By adopting travel restrictions, Boris Johnson’s cabinet also adopted an extensive list of exceptions to them. In particular, the 14 days self isolate period is not required to go among:
A complete list of all exceptions can be found on the British Embassy Information Portal. UK and EUHaving made a decision to withdraw from the common European space, Great Britain is forced to build new political relations with the European Union. Despite the fact that individual European countries were in no hurry to let English tourists into their territory without self isolating for 14 days, on July 10 the British government decided not to extend this rule to guests from European countries. UK and the worldSince mid-July, the British authorities have also begun to exempt visitors from countries belonging to the so-called “green zone” from the mandatory 14-day self-isolation. Today this list, in addition to European countries, includes about 30 more states. A complete list of it is published on a special website. Charter flightsDue to the closure of external borders by most countries in the world, the UK has provided its citizens with the opportunity to return home by charters. Persons who have a residence permit were also able to use them. When can quarantine be violated?The British authorities admit cases of violation of the mandatory quarantine. It can be done:
Covid-19 and political decisionsThe Prime Minister of Great Britain said that the new travel restrictions that the government is introducing due to the increase in the incidence of Covid-19 may be in effect for another six months. British Prime Minister Boris Johnson spoke in Parliament about the introduction of new quarantine restrictions in England. In the evening he repeated the main points of his speech in a television address to the nation. New measures in England:
Other parts of the UK – Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland – determine their own quarantine measures. “I am sorry that this will affect a large part of the business, but we must act,” the prime minister said. Thus, in England, where it is no longer possible to gather in groups of more than six people, the restrictions will increase, however, amid complaints from small businesses about serious losses due to quarantine, the government will not take more stringent measures. Johnson noted that these measures could remain in effect for about six months. “This virus has become a phenomenon in our lives. And I must tell the members of parliament and the whole country that our fight against it will continue,” the Prime Minister said. In recent weeks, the number of cases of Covid-19 in Britain has risen sharply. Scientific and medical advisers to the government warned that if the disease spreads at the same rate as now, the country could become sick up to 50 thousand people a day. An infectious disease professor at the University of Liverpool said these measures would not be enough. He speaks of a “serious concern” in the scientific community as the infection rate among people under 50 is growing. Tough measures in ScotlandScotland’s First Minister Nicola Sturgeon announced on Tuesday that the country would temporarily claim travel ban. The measure of self isolation has already been introduced for more than 1.7 million people in Glasgow and some of its suburbs. Now, according to Sturgeon, this will apply to the entire country. In addition, Scotland, following England, will ban pubs and restaurants after 10 pm. Thus, Scotland has stricter quarantine measures than England, where it is still allowed to visit, albeit with greater restrictions. Since Monday, the “rule of six” has been in effect in England: people who do not live under one roof can gather (even at home) in an amount of no more than six people. “The reason we took these steps is because we know these restrictions are holding back the spread of the virus in the west of Scotland.” Do the restrictions work?Restrictions are introduced, but as it turned out, not everyone understands them. And it’s not even the folly of people, but the system itself with different levels and exceptions. Liverpool people have no time for fun. There are already more COVID patients in hospitals in the city than at the peak of the first wave. Restrictions of the third, that is, the highest level of self isolating were introduced here recently. Even by introducing seemingly tough restrictions, the government is trying to inflict minimal damage on business. As a result, the quarantine is very special, with numerous exceptions. The three-tier system of restrictions is so complex that even police chiefs do not understand the rules, writes the Daily Mail. The confusion did not stop officers from fining four students a record £ 40,000 for hosting an illegal party. But hardly anyone can punish the inhabitants of the village of States. The river divides the village into two parts. Each belongs to different municipalities. And they have different rules. London is one of the regions where quarantine may be tightened in the near future. In the meantime, there are second-level restrictions: residents are forbidden to gather in groups of more than six people and need to self isolate. ConclusionDue to the coronavirus, the United Kingdom has become disunited. The British government controls the situation only in England. Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland decide for themselves, what to do. If you are going to travel to the UK, you need to know the basic rules for entering the country so as not to waste extra time when going through airport security. These rules differ depending on the type of visa and also the country from which you are coming. As for Covid-19, further plans for the 14-day self isolate and the establishment of “air bridges” are expected to be announced within the nearest time. You should see for yourself, whether a self isolation requirement applies to you, definitely see more information on how this requirement will affect your plans to visit the UK. |