Portugal removes all Covid entry requirements

Portugal has become the latest country to drop all Covid travel restrictions, so UK tourists no longer need to show proof of vaccination or take a test. The country previously required all travelers to show either proof of vaccination or a negative PCR/antigen test, but this has changed with the new rules taking effect immediately.

Many European countries, including Austria, Greece and Croatia, have now removed restrictions for British travellers, regardless of their vaccination status. However, some Covid entry rules are still in effect for visitors to France, Malta, the Netherlands and Spain. Arrivals from the UK must present a valid vaccination, recovery or PCR test certificate when entering France, Malta and Spain, and the Netherlands, only tourists holding a certificate vaccinations or recovery are allowed to enter the country.

The news comes as British Airways announced that it plans to cancel more than 1,000 additional flights this been departing Heathrow and Gatwick due to staff shortages. Over 100,000 travelers planning to visit popular holiday destinations such as Malaga, Palma and Faro will be affected.