Spain has updated its Covid entry requirements for Scottish and British travellers.
Spain is often a popular destination for sun seeking Brits, even in the winter but as Covid cases rise in the UK and a new variant becomes a concern, the nation has added an extra requirement for those flying from Scotland and the rest of the UK.
The sunny hotspot was shaken last year by staggering cases of Covid-19 and shut the borders until June 7 2021, in time for the peak holiday season.
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Now in an attempt to control the virus, Spain has an additional requirement that will come into force from December 1 2021.
In regards to visitors from the UK, A Spanish government bulletin siad: "The appearance of new variants … obliges an increase in restrictions."
Spain entry requirements
- From Wednesday December 1, people flying from the UK, excluding children under 12, must show a Health Control Form and proof of vaccination.
- Two doses must be confirmed, unless it's only a one dose vaccine authorised by the European Medicines Agency or by the World Health Organisation.
- Negative PCR test.
- If printing off a Covid vaccine certificate, the date printed must be after November 1.
- Certificates of recovering from Covid in the last six months will not be accepted.
Passengers may also be contacted and required to undertake a PCR, TMA or LAMP test at any point up to 48 hours after their arrival in Spain.
Documents can be in either English, Spanish, French or German and in paper or electronic format. All documents must specify the name and surname of the passenger.
Covid rules in Spain
According to foreign travel advice, Spain still has rules and regulations in place. When in Spain you must follow the rules below.
- Social distancing of 1.5 metres
- Obligatory use of face masks in enclosed public spaces or outdoors where social distancing of 1.5 metres cannot be observed (see Use of facemasks )
- Abide by any safety measures put in place by establishments such as hotels, bars, shops and restaurants to reduce the risk of COVID-19
- Wash your hands frequently and thoroughly and use hand sanitizer gel where soap and water is not available
Spanish regional authorities may also impose the following additional restrictive measures:
- An overnight curfew (specific curfew times vary between regions)
- Social gatherings may be limited (e.g. to a maximum of 6 people outdoors and a maximum of 4 people inside restaurants and bars)
- People from different households may not be permitted to meet indoors in private homes (unless they have caring responsibilities for a dependent)
- Capacity restrictions at beaches or other public areas such as the delineation of plots and the use of booking systems. You should refer to local authorities for information on the measures in place
- If visitors test positive or develop symptoms during their stay in Spain, they may be moved to specific designated accommodation to prevent further spread
These measures may vary between regions. You should refer to local and regional authorities for advice.
