Are There Any Travel Restrictions In The Uk
As the world continues to deal with the COVID-19 pandemic, many countries have implemented travel restrictions to curb the spread of the virus. The United Kingdom, like many other countries, has implemented various travel restrictions. In this article, we will explore the travel restrictions currently in place in the UK.
What Are The Current Travel Restrictions In The UK?
The UK government has implemented a traffic light system for international travel. Countries are classified as red, amber, or green depending on their COVID-19 risk level. Different rules apply to people travelling to the UK from different countries based on the traffic light classification.
Red List Countries
People travelling to the UK from countries on the red list are subject to the strictest rules. As of September 2021, there are 62 countries on the red list, including India, Brazil, and South Africa. If you have been in a red list country in the 10 days before you arrive in the UK, you need to:
- Take a COVID-19 test before travelling
- Book a quarantine hotel package which includes your accommodation, food, and COVID-19 tests during your stay
- Take a COVID-19 test on day 2 and day 8 of your quarantine
You cannot quarantine at home if you have been in a red list country. The cost of the quarantine hotel package is £2,285 per person.
Amber List Countries
People travelling to the UK from countries on the amber list are subject to different rules depending on their vaccination status. There are currently over 100 countries on the amber list, including the United States, France, and Spain.
If you have been in an amber list country in the 10 days before you arrive in the UK and:
- You are fully vaccinated with an NHS-recognised vaccine in the UK, the EU, or one of the recognised countries listed on the government website, you do not need to quarantine on arrival in the UK, you only need to take a COVID-19 test before you travel and another test on day 2 after you arrive in the UK.
- You are not fully vaccinated or your vaccine is not recognised by the UK, you need to:
- Take a COVID-19 test before travelling
- Quarantine at home or in the place you are staying for 10 days
- Take a COVID-19 test on day 2 and day 8 of your quarantine
The cost of the COVID-19 tests is not included in the quarantine package and you need to arrange and pay for them separately.
Green List Countries
People travelling to the UK from countries on the green list have the fewest restrictions. If you have been in a green list country in the 10 days before you arrive in the UK, you need to:
- Take a COVID-19 test before travelling
- Take a COVID-19 test on day 2 after you arrive in the UK
If you are fully vaccinated with an NHS-recognised vaccine in the UK, the EU, or one of the recognised countries listed on the government website, you do not need to quarantine.
Domestic Travel Restrictions in the UK
As of September 2021, there are no domestic travel restrictions in the UK. People can travel freely within England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland.
Conclusion
The UK has implemented a traffic light system for international travel. Different rules apply to people travelling to the UK from different countries based on the traffic light classification. If you are planning to travel to the UK, it is important to check the latest rules and restrictions before you travel.
