Category: UK Immigration

Visas, Immigration & Nationality

UK & US Airlines Partner for Free COVID Test

As the United States opened to vaccinated European travellers after an 18-month long travel ban, data shows that British nationals wasted no time making plans for their trip to the US. Travellers from the United Kingdom (UK) face added costs for coronavirus testing before departure to the US, on the second day upon return to…
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UK Travel Update: Booster Shot Needed to Travel

The effects of the pandemic have been felt unevenly across the globe. The travel industry is gradually returning to near pre-pandemic levels boosted significantly by the increasing number of vaccinations. The spread of vaccinations means that most countries are now loosening restrictions and preventing further lockdowns and businesses can finally start the path to recovery. …
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Brexit: Valencia Calls to Extend 90-Day Rule for British Citizens

The impact of ending freedom of movement for British citizens in the EU has seen an adverse effect on Valencia’s economy. According to the authorities in the region, there is a “notable decrease” in visitor numbers in 2020 compared to 2019, dropping from 3 million down to 600,000.  Even though the COVID-19 pandemic and international…
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EU Approves UK’s NHS COVID Pass

Travel from the UK to the EU also became easier as the European Commission agreed to accept the NHS COVID-19 app across the bloc as proof of vaccination. The European Commission announced on 28 October that the UK NHS COVID pass will be accepted as full proof of vaccination, equivalent to the EU Digital COVID…
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UK Removes All 7 Countries from Red List

The British government is removing the remaining countries from its red list for international travel. Earlier this month, the red list was slashed and only seven countries remained on the list. In the latest government travel update, travellers from Colombia, Ecuador, Dominican Republic, Haiti, Panama, Peru and Venezuela will no longer need to undergo quarantine…
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