Where can I travel?

Please visit the GOV.UK for the most up-to-date advice and guidance on current regulations and guidance on international travel.

Q: Can I exit and enter the United Kingdom (UK) during current lockdown regulations?

A: From 17 May, individuals who have been fully vaccinated (received 2 doses) or have a negative PCR-test will be able to leave the UK for international travel.

Q: Where should I get a COVID-19 test done to use for international travel?

A: We recommend getting a private test in order to facilitate your travel, and get a certificate showing your negative test result. This should be taken within 72 hours of departure from the UK.

Q: What is the difference between destinations on the red, amber or green list?

A: Destinations on the green list require a COVID-19 test on or before day 2 after you arrive back home in the UK. You do not need to quarantine if the test result is negative.

Destinations on the amber list, require you to take a COVID-19 test on or before day 2 and on or after day 8 upon your arrival in the UK. you must also quarantine at home for 10 days. You can finish your quarantine early if you pay for a private test on or after day 5 of your return home.

Destinations on the red list require you to quarantine at an approved hotel for 10 days and take a COVID-19 test or before day 2 and on or after day 8 after you arrive back home in the UK.

Q: Which GVI destinations are on the green, amber or red list?

A: The Department of Transport is continuously reviewing countries on the green, amber and red list. We recommend checking their website directly for the most up-to-date list.

Q: Which GVI locations are unaffected by the red list?

A: GVI locations currently unaffected by the red list are as follows:

• • Cambodia
  • Fiji
  • Ghana
  • Greece
  • Laos
  • Mexico
  • Thailand
  • Canary Islands

If you’re unsure what the red list is or if it will affect your travel plans, please see our answer below.

Q: Can I travel to a destination on the red list?

A: If you are a British or Irish National, or have residency rights in the UK, you can join a GVI destination on the red list. You will need to provide a letter of essential travel, which GVI can give you, and you will also need to quarantine at a government-approved hotel upon your return.