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Kate Lally & Sophie Buchan

Covid vaccine travel rules for Spain, France, Greece, USA and more - everything you need to know

It is almost peak season for airports across the world with people keen to travel during the summer months.

The welcomed break is one that many people are highly anticipating whether they are opting for a staycation or jetting to another city.

Despite the World Health Organization (WHO) declaring that Covid-19 no longer represents a "global health emergency", in some places you may have to adhere to restrictions or recommendations.

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To help, the Liverpool Echo has taken a look at some of the most popular holiday hotspots and what their coronavirus vaccine requirements are.

Spain

People travelling from the UK do not need to be vaccinated if they wish to enter Spain. However, anybody travelling from China must show proof of a negative test, or full vaccination.

The rule was brought back in in January after concerns around the increase of infections in China.

If you develop symptoms or test positive for Covid-10 while in Spain you do not have to self-isolate but you should inform people you have come into direct contact with of your situation.

It is also recommended that you wear a face mask, reduce social interactions, and avoid contact with people at high risk such as the elderly and pregnant people.

USA

The US is to drop its mandatory vaccination requirement for travellers on May 12. It comes after the House of Representatives voted to lift the travel restriction back in February.

Until then, US authorities will accept any COVID-19 vaccine approved for emergency use by the World Health Organisation or approved by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA). These are the AstraZeneca, BIBP/Sinopharm, Covishield, Janssen, Moderna, Pfizer-BioNTech and Sinovac vaccines.

Turkey

All Covid-19 restrictions in Turkey have been lifted, and passengers arriving in Turkey are no longer required to present proof of vaccination or negative test results. However, Gov.uk advice states: "Entry requirements may change at short notice, you should check the specifics with your airline before you travel."

France

Covid travel restrictions for travellers coming to France were lifted back in August 2022. Since then, travellers do not have to prove vaccination, show a negative test result, or fill out any forms prior to arrival in France.

As of February 1 of this year, it is no longer mandatory to self-isolate following a positive covid test, though people are still recommended to do so.

If you test positive, or have been in contact with someone who has tested positive, the French authorities also recommend you follow basic hygiene rules, take a test and avoid contact with vulnerable people.

Greece

You do not have to be vaccinated to enter Greece, though masks must still be worn in all healthcare and social care facilities.

If you contract the virus during your time in in Greece, you are not legally required to self-isolate. However, you should take precautionary measures such as informing your accommodation provider, avoiding unnecessary contact with others and wearing a mask.

Cyprus

Passengers travelling to Cyprus are no longer required to present a vaccination or recovery certificate, or a negative covid test. However, Gov.uk states: "If you test positive for COVID-19, you may need to stay where you are until you test negative. You may also need to seek treatment there."

Indonesia

All passengers arriving in Indonesia must be fully vaccinated and in possession of proof of vaccine status. The exceptions to this are if you are under 18 years of age and travelling with vaccinated parents, if you are a foreign national who cannot be vaccinated due to a medical condition, if you are a Diplomatic/Service Visa holder for the purposes of a Ministerial/Official visit, or you are active flight or ship crew.

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