Latest travel restrictions for Ibiza, Tenerife, Corfu, Madeira and Crete

It’s that time of year when temperatures plummet across the capital during the run-up to Christmas.

A number of Londoners may be keen to try and jet away somewhere warmer before Christmas begins and soak up as much sun as they can.

However, all travellers are advised to check up on the latest travel restrictions before booking their getaway.

READ MORE:Heathrow and Gatwick: Portugal and Switzerland’s new travel rules which also apply to fully vaccinated Brits

Here is all the advice you need if you’re hoping for a Mediterranean island holiday over the next few months.

Ibiza, Mallorca and Tenerife

At present, the Spanish government requires all arrivals to Spain from the UK, including to its islands, to present on entry a Health Control Form and either a negative COVID-19 test or proof of vaccination.

However, as of tomorrow (December 1), the Spanish government will require all arrivals to Spain from the UK to present proof of vaccination.

This rule will exclude children under the age of 12 years old.

Another key detail for travel to Spanish islands is that certificates of recovery – a medical document certifying that you have recovered from COVID-19 in the last 6 months prior to travel – are not currently accepted for arrivals from the UK.

Corfu and Crete

Travellers arriving in Greece from the UK will currently need to have a complete Passenger Locator Form (PLF) and one of the following:

• Proof of a negative COVID-19 PCR test, undertaken within the 72 hour period before arrival into Greece; or

• Proof of a negative COVID-19 rapid antigen test from an authorised laboratory, undertaken within the 48 hour period before your arrival into Greece; or

• Proof of being fully vaccinated against COVID-19 at least 14 days before travel (see Demonstrating your COVID-19 status );

• Greece will also accept proof of recovery from COVID-19 for entry purposes. Evidence of a positive COVID-19 PCR test result taken between 30 to 180 days of your travel dates can be used and can be demonstrated via the NHS COVID Pass .

The requirements apply to all travellers over the age of 12.

Madeira

Travelling to Madeira from the UK has its own unique set of guidelines separate from travel to mainland Portugal.

Before you travel to Madeira and Porto Santo you must complete and submit a traveller questionnaire .

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You must also download your UK COVID-19 vaccination and recovery record (NHS COVID Pass) or EU digital COVID-19 vaccination certificate.

You will also be subject to health screening on arrival in Madeira.

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