Foreign office issues urgent advice to holidaymakers travelling to Europe

Travellers have been warned to redownload the PDF of their NHS Covid Move earlier than heading overseas, as these dated earlier than November 1 gained’t be recognised by locations in Europe.

Brits could possibly be denied boarding on flights or entry into sure venues whereas away, if they’ve a replica of the previous cross.

The International, Commonwealth and Growth Workplace (FCDO) have suggested holidaymakers to ensure they’ve an up to date model of their NHS Covid Move, obtainable after November 1.

From this date the UK joined with the EU Gateway, which permits the UK and all EU member states to scan their respective residents’ Covid vaccination standing, which means the NHS cross is now legitimate in venues and occasions in over 40 nations.

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Beforehand, most EU nations accepted the cross however just a few have been capable of scan them. Now holidaymakers want to make sure their cross is up to date with the brand new QR codes to allow them to be learn within the EU.

Those that’ve saved their NHS Covid Move within the Apple Pockets on an iPhone want to ensure they’ve the up to date model saved.

Vacation operator TUI has additionally warned their clients to concentrate on the replace.

TUI mentioned: “We might advise any clients who’ve printed PDF copies of their NHS Covid Move earlier than 1 November to print a brand new copy to make sure it’s accepted.

“Please observe that vacation locations have their very own entry necessities which can fluctuate, and we advocate that clients examine the FCDO recommendation for the nation they’re travelling to.”

The total record of nations taking part within the EU Gateway might be discovered here.

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