Latest vaccine requirements for Spain, France, Italy and Greece ahead of half term
27.01.2022 - 10:45
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Following the recent easing of travel restrictions in the UK, many Brits will be looking forward to a holiday abroad this February half-term.
From February 11, fully-vaccinated arrivals in the UK will no longer need to take a pre-departure test or a day 2 test after their return, it was announced earlier this week.
The only measure travellers will face is completing a passenger locator form upon their arrival.
News of the changes to travel rules was welcomed by airlines and holiday firms whose bookings’ have taken a hit during the pandemic.
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But it’s important to note that other countries will still have their own requirements in place so it’s worth checking the latest guidance if you have a foreign holiday booked.
Here’s what you need to know about the vaccine requirements of Spain, France, Italy and Greece, correct at the time of publication.
All travellers are required to complete a Health Control Form, including children under 12. When entering Spain travellers must show proof of being fully vaccinated at least 14 days before arrival in Spain.
From February 1 travellers will need to have had their final vaccine dose administered 270 days before travel - either the second dose of a 2-dose vaccine or one dose of a single-dose vaccine.
If you were fully-jabbed more than 270 days before your holiday, then you will need to show proof of having received the booster jab.
Children under 12 do not need to show proof of being fully-vaccinated in order to enter the country.
You cannot use the UK proof of Covid-19 recovery record certifying that you have recovered from Covid-19 in the last six months.
Fully-vaccinated travellers aged