Major airlines have issued a warning to their customers ahead of Christmas as destinations across the globe make the decision to block UK tourists from entering their borders.
As a result of the soaring case numbers of Omicron in the UK, 15 destinations have now effectively blacklisted UK travellers according to the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office.
UK travellers who are planning to head abroad in coming weeks are being urged to check the latest rules or if their flight has been cancelled, MyLondon reports.
This is the latest information according to the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office.
The 13 destinations are:
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.
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.
Benin
Border crossings have been limited to 'extreme necessity' in the West African country of Benin.
Entry and exit at border crossings must be authorised in liaison with bordering countries.
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.
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.
Myanmar
New tourist visa applications are currently suspended.
The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) advises against all but essential travel to Myanmar, based on recent political events.
