The options for unvaccinated UK travellers are diminishing, with Spain this month announcing that only double-jabbed Britons would be welcomed. Previously, a negative test was sufficient. 

Here are seven popular destinations still welcoming unvaccinated holidaymakers. 

Mexico

While countries around the globe have been tightening restrictions in recent weeks, Mexico lingers in a restriction-free, pre-Covid timewarp.

It is mandatory to register on the Mexico Vuela Seguro Platform before boarding your flight to Mexico, and to show a QR code generated by the system upon arrival at the airport. But that’s it. No vaccine requirements, no testing.

Croatia

To be allowed entry into Croatia, unvaccinated travellers from the UK must present one of the following documents on arrival:

• A negative Covid-19 antigen not older than 48 hours, or;
• A negative PCR test result not older than 72 hours, or;
• A doctor’s certificate of recovery from Covid-19.

Children under 12 are exempt from these requirements if their parent or guardian has one of the documents set out above.

Greece

If you are unvaccinated, you will need one of the following:

• Proof of a negative Covid-19 PCR test, undertaken within the 72-hour period before arrival into Greece
• Proof of a negative Covid-19 rapid antigen test from an authorised laboratory, undertaken within the 48-hour period before your arrival into Greece
• Proof of recovery from Covid-19. Evidence of a positive 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.

Note, however, that Greece’s domestic rules mean it only permits indoor entry to bars, restaurants, entertainment and sports venues if you are fully vaccinated or under 12. Similar measures apply to some public transport networks. To board boats or ferries to travel between Greek islands or take a long distance bus, you will also need proof of vaccination, recovery or a negative test result. 

Cyprus

Unvaccinated Britons must undergo a PCR test within 72 hours prior to departure and provide proof of a negative result. They must then undergo another PCR test upon arrival at the airport in Cyprus. Test results should be available within three hours through the country’s online platform. The cost of both tests is borne by the passenger.

Turkey

All arrivals into Turkey aged six and over, including Turkish citizens and residence permit holders, must complete an online form (Form for Entry to Turkey) a maximum of 72 hours prior to travel. 

All unvaccinated arrivals aged 12 and over must also have proof of one of the following:

• Recent recovery from COVID-19
• A negative PCR test (less than 72 hours of arrival)
• A rapid antigen test (less than 48 hours of arrival).

For children aged 11 and under, no test is needed.

UAE

Residents, tourists and visitors travelling from or through the UK and arriving in Dubai and Abu Dhabi must have a negative PCR test before departure and present the certificate at check-in. These need to be taken no more than 72 hours prior to departure for arrivals to Dubai and no more than 48 hours prior to departure for arrivals to Abu Dhabi. Travellers arriving in Abu Dhabi will also be required to undertake a PCR test on arrival. Travellers arriving in Dubai may be required to undertake a further PCR test on arrival and will have to isolate pending the result.

Egypt

Passengers from all countries are required to complete a health declaration with personal details, and will need to provide confirmation of a valid health insurance policy to airport authorities. Passengers arriving from countries where variants of concern have been identified (such as the UK) may be required to undertake a rapid test on arrival, which if positive will lead to a subsequent PCR test to determine if isolation at a government hospital is necessary.

All unvaccinated persons must have proof of a negative PCR test (taken within 72 hours prior to departure).

Children under the age of six are exempt. Proof of recovery will not be accepted.