Manchester Airport: The countries that have banned UK travellers as Omicron cases surge

As cases of the Omicron variant of coronavirus surge across the UK, some governments have effectively banned UK citizens from entering.

The UK itself has introduced strict travel rules in an attempt to stop new variants being imported.

But other countries also have comparable rules.

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These are the 13 countries that have ongoing rules for UK travellers, MyLondon reports.

This is the latest information according to the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office.

Australia

Fireworks at the Sydney Harbour Bridge during New Year's Eve celebrations back in 2019 (Getty Images)

Australia has had very strict restrictions about travellers entering the country since the very start of the pandemic.

Entry to Australia is only available 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.

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 flights to China from UK airports have currently been suspended.

The Chinese authorities have suspended all direct flights from the UK.

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

People wearing face masks wait to cross a road in Tokyo (Getty Images)

Japan has also banned UK travellers.

From November 30, 2021, all foreign nationals (including Brits) who do not have existing resident status are not 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 FCDO: "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.

Taiwan

Taiwanese authorities have announced a temporary ban on foreign nationals entering Taiwan.

Vietnam

Vietnam has suspended visa waivers, issuing of visas and the entry into Vietnam for all foreign nationals apart from a few exceptions.