UK to change the PCR for antigen testing

Traveling with Complete Vaccination Schedule From the countries considered safe when arriving in the UK From October 24 They will no longer need a mandatory PCR to enter the country, but they will suffice with an extension Antigen test (most economical) Done within 48 hours of arrival.

This measure will be applied to travelers with a full vaccination schedule coming from Countries not on the red list From the British authorities for COVID.

Transportation Secretary Grant Shapps noted on Twitter that “Mandatory Project Completion Reports will disappear in October school holidays, for vaccinated adults and families looking for some winter sun outside.”

As of October 24, Take an antigen test on your way backTo make the journey easier and simpler for everyone.”

London Gatwick Airport.

Easier trips

The measure simplifies overseas travel for British tourists and foreigners entering the UK, after the COVID traffic light system was abolished for countries at the beginning of October due to the level of risk it posed, and only a few days later they were reduced to Seven destinations are on the red list, which now includes only Venezuela, Peru, Panama, Haiti, Ecuador, Dominican Republic, Colombia.

The travel and tourism sector has been demanding for months that the British government drop its project completion reporting requirements, due to high prices Laboratories are charged for these tests.

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