Here are the 13 countries that have banned UK travellers as Omicron cases continue to spread across England and the PM introduces stricter rules.
The PM moved to Plan B on Wednesday (December 8), and it was confirmed yesterday, December 10, that 448 new Omicron variants were detected in the UK, taking the total across the country to 1,265.
As a result of these soaring cases, some countries have taken the step to ban UK tourists from entering.
The information is according to the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office, MyLondon reports.
It's vital you check before you travel so that you're not caught out and turned away.
The 13 countries include:
Australia
You can only enter Australia if you are exempt or have been granted an individual exemption.
Exempt categories include Australian citizens, permanent residents of Australia and immediate family members of Australian citizens or permanent residents.
Otherwise, the country is out of bounds - which it has been for most of the pandemic.
Bhutan
Bhutan’s borders are currently closed to foreign nationals, including British citizens.
The Royal Government of Bhutan has not yet specified when the country will re-open to foreign visitors.
China
All direct flights from the UK have been banned by the Chinese authorities.
This measure will be subject to review but no date has been announced.
Entry from third countries is still possible.
Falkland Islands
Current visitor restrictions mean tourists are not permitted to visit the Falkland Islands, including via cruise vessels.
Indonesia
Tourist visas are not currently available for British Nationals.
Israel
Non-Israeli citizens are not allowed to enter Israel, unless they have a special entry permit from a dedicated 'Exceptions Committee'.
Japan
Since November 30, 2021, all foreign nationals (including Brits) who do not have existing resident status have not been permitted to enter Japan for any purpose, other than in exceptional circumstances.
Laos
The government of the Lao PDR has suspended the visa on arrival service at all international entry points. No visas are being issued to people travelling from a country with cases of Covid-19, including the UK.
New Zealand
The New Zealand border is currently closed to almost all arrivals.
You may be able to travel to New Zealand while the border is closed if you are considered to have a critical purpose to travel.
Suriname
This tiny South American country has closed its borders to the outside world.
According to the Foreign Office, all international borders remain closed.
Malaysia
Entry to Malaysia for British nationals is prohibited.
Some exemptions may apply, including: British nationals with permanent resident status, resident pass, My Second Home Programme (MM2H) pass, expatriates of all categories, including professional visit passes as well as dependants pass, spouse to Malaysian nationals (spouse visa) and students and temporary employment passes.
Vietnam
Vietnam has suspended visa waivers, issuing of visas and the entry into Vietnam for all foreign nationals apart from a few exceptions
Taiwan
Taiwanese authorities have announced a temporary ban on foreign nationals entering Taiwan.
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