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What are the latest UK entry requirements for fully vaccinated travelers?

UK travel restrictions Fully vaccinated travelers COVID-19 testing requirements Air travel regulations Transit rules for travelers

Lynnette *******

asked Jan 6, 2022

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Update for entering (returning to) uk: Boris Johnson has confirmed that fully vaccinated travellers will no longer have to present a negative coronavirus test (PCR or lateral flow) before being allowed to embark on their journey to England.

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As of 4am on January 7, 2022, the UK has lifted the requirement for fully vaccinated travelers to present a negative coronavirus test before embarking on their journey to England. Instead of a PCR test upon arrival, vaccinated travelers are now allowed to take a cheaper lateral flow test within two days of entering the UK, without needing to quarantine while waiting for the results. However, those transiting through other countries should check with their airline for specific testing requirements, as rules may vary.

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Steven ********************

Test for transit usually depends on transit time and airport / airlines

5 years ago

Julie ***********

This is on the government website...

5 years ago

Lynnette *******

@Julie **********

thanks, I forgot to add the date to my post when I copied it. It got cut off.

5 years ago

Lynnette *******

Please note: check with your airline if in transit through a country that may have differing rules.

5 years ago

Chris ***********

Tell that to the airlines. If you are transiting you will still need a 48 hour pcr test.

5 years ago

Lynnette *******

@Chris **********

this is the UK rules as of today. Obviously airlines may have rules of their own or if transitting.

5 years ago

Lynnette *******

The requirement for all arrivals to take a PCR test on the day they enter the country or one of the two following days and self-isolate until they receive a negative result will also be axed from 4am on 7 January.

Vaccinated travellers can instead take a cheaper lateral flow test within the two-day window, and need not quarantine while they await the result.

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