Spain has eased travel rules for unvaccinated UK holidaymakers in a boost for summer trips.
The Spanish Government confirmed those who have not had a coronavirus jab can now travel to the country by showing a negative PCR or antigen test on arrival.
Travellers who are fully jabbed will still need to show proof of vaccination. Children are exempt and do not need to show any documents.
The new rules came into place on Saturday, May 21, in a bid to attract more tourists to Spain over the summer months, according to Spanish tourism minister Reyes Maroto.
He said: "This is excellent news, much awaited by the tourism sector."
It comes as the rules for UK travellers and other holidaymakers outside the EU have finally aligned with countries within the Schengen Area.
The UK scrapped travel requirements on March 18, including passenger locator forms and tests for passengers who are not fully vaccinated.
Spain's travel rules explained
Travellers from EU and non-EU countries must present one of the following documents:
- Certificate of vaccination against Covid - second or third/booster dose in the last nine months.
- Certificate of recovery - issued in the last 180 days The certificate must have been issued at least 11 days after confirmation of infection with Covid by a PCR or antigen test
- Negative PCR test - carried out in the 72 hours prior to departure to Spain, or negative antigen test results carried out in the 24 hours prior to departure to Spain.
Spain accepts the UK's proof of Covid-19 vaccination record, both digitally or printed.
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