We recognise that the latest changes to the government Covid policy can be complex and overwhelming. Here at Travel Continental Group, we will simplify the whole process for you by sending a simplified list of requirement for you booking destination. Taking the stress out of the requirements so you can focus on enjoying your vacation!

 

The latest and new simplified travel rules have come into force in the UK, with the traffic light system replaced by a single red list.

 

Most fully vaccinated travellers arriving from non-red list countries will no longer have to take a test before setting off for the UK.

 

Those coming from red list destinations must still pay to quarantine in a hotel for 10 days.

 

Under the changes, which came into force on October 4th, 2021, the green and amber lists have been scrapped.

 

Testing rules are also being eased for people travelling from non-red list destinations who have been vaccinated in the UK, the EU, the US, or any of 18 other recognised countries.

 

Anyone under 18 who is resident in those countries can also travel to the UK without testing. These groups were already able to avoid self-isolating on their arrival back in the UK.

 

All travellers - except children under five years old - will still have to pay for a PCR test two days after arrival.

 

People who are not fully vaccinated will need a pre-departure test and a PCR test on days two and eight after they return, and must self-isolate for 10 days at home.

 

New rules allowing travellers returning to England to take lateral flow tests instead of more expensive PCR tests will come into force on 24 October. The government says the changes will take effect in time for families returning from half term breaks.

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