Author: Charlie

Visas, Immigration & Nationality

Canada To Relax Border Restrictions

Canada is reviewing its pandemic-related border restrictions and will likely announce changes next week Canada seems to be close to lifting the much criticised pre-departure PCR test, which applies even to vaccinated citizens returning home.  Currently, in order to enter Canada, all travellers regardless of vaccination status must present a PCR test result issued not…
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Spain Travel Update: Spain Eases Entry Rules for British Nationals Between 12-17

With the half-term holidays almost upon us, families across the UK will currently be busy planning a much-needed family getaway. Spain, especially the Canary Islands is a popular destination for families seeking good weather without too long a flight. However, a lot of UK families have cancelled half-term trips to mainland Spain and the Canary…
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Where Unvaccinated UK Holidaymakers Can Travel in the EU

Proof of vaccination status against Covid-19 has become a standard entry requirement for most countries across the world as part of ongoing restrictions. Many destinations are only allowing travellers who are double jabbed against coronavirus to enter, and it is expected that a booster dose could become a requirement in the future. More than 84%…
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US CDC Not Ready to Lift Pre-Departure Testing for International Travel

Despite calls to remove pre-departure tests for international arrivals, the United States Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) announced it is not ready to lift the coronavirus testing requirements. As states begin to lift indoor mask mandates, CDC Director Dr. Rochelle Walensky told Yahoo Finance that the agency is optimistic COVID-19 cases will continue…
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France Travel Update: France Plans To Drop COVID Testing

France will reportedly announce next week that current coronavirus testing protocols to enter the country will be lifted for fully vaccinated international travellers. The testing was brought in during December to combat the Omicron variant of Covid-19 for all travellers entering from outside the EU. Currently, vaccinated tourists arriving in France from other European Union…
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