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Do You Need to Be Vaccinated to Cruise? It Depends on the Ship and Destination

While most cruise lines have scrapped covid vaccine and testing requirements, some companies and international cruise ports still have vaccination and testing rules in place..

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If you’re planning on sailing with Viking anytime soon, you’d better track down that COVID-19 vaccine certificate.

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When cruising restarted in spring 2021, after a nearly 15-month pandemic-spurred shutdown imposed by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), cruisers faced a barrage of rules, including strict requirements for COVID-19 vaccinations and precruise COVID-19 testing. Later, the rules started to go by the wayside, and it was hard to keep track of who was requiring what. Not anymore.

Most cruise lines have now dropped or are soon dropping rules for both vaccinations and precruise testing, with at least one notable exception. Viking —on its river, ocean, and expedition ships—still requires everyone on board be fully vaccinated .

Another line that was still requiring COVID vaccinations, small-ship line Windstar Cruises, will be scrapping its vaccine mandate as of June 1, 2023. “We’ve invested in and improved our health and safety processes, including upgrading the HVAC systems on all of our ships, which has led to a cleaner and safer environment on board,” says Windstar president Christopher Prelog. “When combined with the widespread availability of vaccines and medical treatments, the risk factors are considerably lower now, giving us the confidence to lift the requirement.”

Are COVID vaccinations and testing still required for cruises?

Most cruise lines have dropped both their vaccine and testing requirements. Those that have lingered into 2023—mostly lines operating smaller ships—have been quietly scaling back their requirements.

The result: While there was a time after cruising restarted that you could be assured that your fellow passengers, at least those age 12 and up, were both fully vaccinated and tested for COVID-19 before getting on the ship, that is not the case anymore.

That said, specific countries have their own requirements, and several countries still require that cruise ship passengers are vaccinated and/or tested before arrival. If you are doing an itinerary outside of the Caribbean or Europe (where most vaccine and testing requirements have been dropped)—including to select countries in Central and South America or to Australia—you still have to read your cruise line’s precruise health and safety information carefully to make sure you comply with the latest requirements.

Contact your cruise line or check the U.S. State Department’s travel advisories for the latest.

What to know before you cruise

Vaccine and pretrip testing requirements can be confusing, especially if you are cruising internationally. Cruise lines have their own rules; countries have their own rules.

Before your trip, you will need to review your cruise line’s health and safety protocols. If a precruise test is required by a certain country, you will find that noted. In this case, you may be required to arrive at your ship with a negative COVID-19 test result in hand or not. (If testing is required, it can typically be either a PCR test or tele-health-monitored antigen test , paid for by the passenger. The cruise line may also require a test at the pier, paid for by the cruise line.)

If being fully vaccinated is required, that means having received the original series of vaccines at least 14 days prior to your cruise, or the original series plus a booster shot or shots.

As was the case even before the pandemic, you will be asked at embarkation to fill out a questionnaire inquiring about your current health status and whether you currently have any symptoms of illness.

You are free to pack and wear masks on your cruise. Most cruise lines suggest you do wear masks in crowded indoor situations—but it’s not enforced.

A quick cruise line guide to COVID requirements

Here’s a rundown of the basic rules for some leading cruise lines. Note: There may be additional requirements if you are traveling internationally. Be sure to review the latest requirements prior to boarding.

American Queen Voyages

On American Queen Voyages’ river, ocean, Great Lakes, and expedition ships, there are no longer any precruise testing or vaccinations required. Face coverings are optional, though masks may be required of any passengers showing symptoms.

Precruise testing is no longer required for vaccinated guests sailing with Azamara , except in ports where testing is required. No vaccination is necessary for cruises departing from or returning to the United States or Europe. In Australia, all guests 12 years and older must be fully vaccinated at least 14 days before sailing with all required COVID-19 vaccine doses (including a booster shot). Children under 12 years old are not required to be vaccinated.

Celebrity Cruises

No vaccination or testing is required on the majority of Celebrity Cruises sailings. Destinations with stricter requirements include: the Galápagos, Australia and New Zealand, transatlantic crossings, and select Central and South America itineraries. Unvaccinated guests need to be tested in Brazil, Chile, and Colombia.

As of April 23, 2023, on the Queen Mary 2 and Queen Victoria , and as of June 8, 2023, on the Queen Elizabeth , vaccinations and testing will no longer be required by Cunard (until then, testing and vaccination requirements apply).

Disney Cruise Line

For sailings embarking from the United States, which are the bulk of Disney Cruise Line’s sailings, no vaccination or testing is required. Disney recommends all guests be vaccinated before sailing and take a test for COVID-19 two days prior to their cruise. There are additional requirements on repositioning cruises and in Australia, so it is important to check the line’s website before your cruise.

Holland America Line

There are no precruise testing or vaccination requirements on most Holland America Line itineraries. There are requirements on select voyages (you can look up a specific voyage’s requirements on the line’s website).

Lindblad Expeditions

For voyages embarking on or after May 11, 2023, Lindblad Expeditions will no longer require guests to be fully vaccinated, although the line recommends guests be fully vaccinated (for cruises prior to that time, all passengers age five and up must be vaccinated). Lindblad recommends, but does not require, passengers take a predeparture COVID-19 test within five days of the start of their expedition.

Oceania Cruises

Vaccine requirements are purely dependent on the destinations being visited on each Oceania cruise. Passengers are advised to be up to date on the latest regulations for all destinations on their cruise itinerary.

Paul Gauguin Cruises

Effective April 2023, Paul Gauguin Cruises no longer requires that passengers are vaccinated or tested for COVID prior to embarkation, but it continues to encourage vaccination. “Paul Gauguin Cruises’ officers, staff and crew will remain fully vaccinated,” the line states. Travelers will need to present a health declaration form at embarkation.

Regent Seven Seas Cruises

Vaccines and precruise testing are generally not required to sail with Regent Seven Seas Cruises . There are some requirements in place based on local health regulations in a specific country a ship is visiting. Regent notifies guests approximately 30 days prior to sailing of any country-specific protocols.

Royal Caribbean

No vaccine or precruise testing is required on the majority of Royal Caribbean itineraries, with a few exceptions: Cruises from Australia, transpacific and transatlantic sailings, and cruises from Hawai‘i to Vancouver.

No vaccine or testing required except on certain Seabourn itineraries where a country may have specific requirements.

No vaccination is required for Silversea passengers except as designated by the destination. Precruise testing is not required except when specified by a destination.

Viking Cruises

All passengers and crew are required to be vaccinated on Viking’s river, ocean, and expedition ships—without exception. Viking strongly recommends passengers receive a booster dose before departing. Viking recommends but does not require a predeparture COVID-19 test (except if required by a destination).

Virgin Voyages

Virgin Voyages has no precruise testing or vaccination requirements. Masks may be required at select times.

Windstar Cruises

Beginning June 1, 2023, Windstar will no longer require guests to be vaccinated. Crew will continue to be vaccinated. Masks are optional, with the line highly recommending guests wear masks in indoor public spaces. All guests fill out a health questionnaire on embarkation. A precruise COVID-19 test is not required unless you show symptoms.

This article was originally published in May 2022; it was most recently updated on April 19, 2023, with current information.

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Here Are the Updated Testing Requirements for Each Major Cruise Line

For many, testing and vaccination requirements have made cruising more confusing than ever, by sophia pargas • published august 8, 2022 • updated on august 15, 2022 at 10:05 am.

Ever since the start of the pandemic, new COVID-19 protocols have complicated many travelers' ideal summer getaway: cruising.

To many, the newfound hassle of determining cruise line regulations , gathering documents and finding a testing center has turned many away from sailing. In recent months, however, many cruise lines have altered requirements to become more lenient on pre-boarding testing regulations.

Before taking to the seas on your next adventure, read this guide to review the updated testing mandates on all of your favorite cruise lines.

(All information is based on sailings out of the United States.)

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Testing Requirements for Vaccinated Passengers:

• Vaccinated guests must continue to provide evidence of their vaccination status, either through VeriFLY or at embarkation.
• Canada: a PCR test can be taken 3 days before sailing or an antigen test can be taken 2 days before sailing
• Bermuda: a PCR test can be taken 4 days before sailing or an antigen test can be taken 2 days before sailing
• Greece: a PCR or antigen test can be taken 2 days before sailing
• Australia: a PCR test 3 days before sailing or a self-administered antigen test 1 day before sailing

Testing Requirements for Unvaccinated Passengers:

• Unvaccinated guests are welcome to sail and are no longer required to apply for a vaccine exemption, except for cruises in Australia or on voyages 16 nights and longer. 
• Bermuda: a PCR test can be taken 4 days before sailing (antigen tests are not accepted)

For more information, please see here .

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Celebrity cruise line.

• Cruises 5 days or less: With the exception of sailings to Bermuda and Canada, no fully vaccinated passengers will be required to test before sailing.
• Cruises 6 days or more: All guests are required to take an official COVID-19 test before boarding. They can take a PCR test 72 hours prior to sailing, or an antigen test two days prior to sailing.

All unvaccinated guests ages 2 and older are required to receive a lab-administered PCR or antigen test up to 3 days before sailing.

Cunard Luxury Cruise Line

Testing Requirements:

All guests 5 and older are required to take an official negative COVID-19 test before embarking.

Disney Cruise Line

All vaccinated guests are required to show proof of a negative antigen, NAAT or PCR test within two days of sailing.

Unvaccinated guests (those 4 and under) must provide proof of a negative NAAT or PCR test within three days of sailing. Rapid antigen tests are not accepted.

Holland America Cruise Line

Regardless of vaccination status, all guests ages 2 and up are required to show proof of a negative antigen or NAAT COVID test.

MSC Cruises

• Cruises 5 days or less: Beginning August 29, no fully vaccinated passengers will be required to test before sailing.
• Cruises 6 days or more: All guests are required to take an official COVID-19 test before boarding.

Norwegian Cruise Line

Beginning September 4, no fully vaccinated passengers will be required to test before sailing.

Beginning September 4, all children under 11 years old will not be required to test before sailing. Children 12 and older who are unvaccinated must receive a PCR or antigen test up to 72 hours before sailing.

Princess Cruise Line

Testing Requirements: All guests 2 and older are required to submit a negative test regardless of vaccination status.

Royal Caribbean Cruises

Viking Ocean Cruises

Viking does not require a pre-departure COVID-19 test unless it is required by a sailing's destination.

When required, where can I get tested in South Florida?

Currently, many local retail pharmacies such as CVS, Walgreens, Publix, and Target continue to offer COVID testing in locations all across South Florida.

In addition, there are several government centers that offer free testing for Florida residents. To find the center closest to you, please see here .

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Do the new COVID-19 testing rules apply to cruisers?

The Biden Administration on Thursday announced a more stringent COVID-19 testing requirement for travelers entering the U.S. from foreign countries.

But the new rule doesn't apply to all travelers.

As in the past, cruisers will be exempt from the testing requirement if they arrive in the U.S. by ship.

The new rule, which takes effect on Monday, Dec. 6, only applies to travelers flying into the U.S. In addition to travelers arriving by ship, travelers arriving by car and other vehicles at border crossings with Canada and Mexico also will be exempt from the rule.

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This means that some -- but not all -- cruisers will be unaffected by the changing testing rules. Here, everything you need to know about the new COVID-19 testing requirement if you have a soon-to-depart cruise in the works:

How is the COVID-19 testing rule changing?

Starting on Monday, Dec. 6, all travelers flying to the U.S. from a foreign country, whether they are vaccinated or not, must produce a negative COVID-19 test taken within one calendar day of their departure.

This includes international visitors as well as U.S. citizens and residents returning home. This is a significant change from the current policy, which allows a three-day window for fully vaccinated individuals to get a pre-travel COVID-19 test before flying to the U.S.

The change comes just days after the new omicron variant of COVID-19 was deemed a "variant of concern" (the most severe category) by the World Health Organization.

Will I need to take a COVID-19 test to enter the US by cruise ship?

No. Since the testing requirement announced on Thursday only will apply to travelers arriving in the U.S. by airplane, travelers arriving in the U.S. by cruise ship will not need a negative result on a COVID-19 test to enter the country.

In other words, if you cruise out of a U.S. port such as PortMiami to such international ports as Cozumel in Mexico or Nassau, in the Bahamas, you won't need a COVID-19 test before disembarking at the end of the voyage.

But that doesn't mean cruisers won't have to take any COVID-19 tests in connection with such a sailing.

In keeping with U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidance, cruise lines operating out of U.S. ports currently are requiring passengers to test negative for COVID-19 before boarding ships. Passengers typically have to test negative for COVID-19 within two or three days of arriving at a ship.

How does the new rule affect me if I'm sailing on a cruise overseas?

In this case, the testing rule for cruisers is changing.

Cruisers who fly from the U.S. to catch a sailing in, say, Europe or South America, will now need to get a COVID-19 test (and test negative) no more than one day before they fly back home from the cruise.

Until now, they've had a three-day window before flying back home to get such a test.

Most cruise lines have been offering onboard COVID-19 tests to passengers in such situations either for free or for a modest fee in the day or two before the end of a sailing. This means that cruisers typically have been able to walk off ships at the end of overseas sailings with the paperwork they need to fly home to the U.S. that same day.

What kind of COVID-19 test will I need to fly home from an overseas cruise?

As in the past, travelers entering the U.S. by airplane can show a negative result from either an antigen or PCR test for COVID-19.

There was talk in recent days of the Biden Administration requiring the more-involved PCR test. But that was not part of the final rule. This is good news for cruisers worried about getting results of a COVID-19 test back in the new, tighter one-day window, as antigen test results normally come back very fast.

The only change to the rule is that the COVID-19 test must now be performed no more than one day in advance of flying home instead of up to three days in advance.

Can I use an at-home COVID-19 antigen test to return from an overseas cruise?

It appears so. But only supervised at-home tests will qualify. The CDC earlier this year said passengers could use proctored at-home tests to meet the testing requirement for flights to the U.S., and the new rule announced Thursday did not mention a change to this policy .

The at-home tests that have been allowed (on a supervised basis) for entry into the U.S. have included the ​ Abbott BinaxNow COVID-19 Home Test and Ellume's COVID-19 Home Test .

Are there exceptions to the new COVID-19 testing rule?

Travelers who are 2 years of age and younger are exempt from the new rule, as with the original rule.

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Spain travel restrictions

Which documents to travel to spain in 2024, spain travel restrictions: health requirements for entering spain.

1/ Good news for travelers coming from the European Union or the Schengen Area , it is no longer necessary to present the SpTH health control form or a COVID-19 certificate to enter Spain.

There are no longer any health checks for passengers arriving by boat, by road and since September 2022 by air.

• For further information please visit  https://travelsafe.spain.info/en/

2/ Passengers arriving from the rest of the world (i.e. outside the European Union or the Schengen Area) should consult the following websites to find out about any health regulations that apply to them:

• https://travelsafe.spain.info/en/
• or on the website of the Ministry of Health

3 / Travelling to Spain from the UK after Brexit for a holiday

What are the Spain entry requirements since Brexit?

Our advice:

Whatever your country of origin, visit this official website which clearly indicates, country by country, what are the health rules and restrictions to entering Spain:

Travel Safe:  https://travelsafe.spain.info/en/

What is the spanish locator form?

The Spanish locator form, also known as the " Spain Travel Health " or "Spain Health Control" form, is a document that travelers need to fill out before traveling to Spain, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. It is an online form that asks for personal information such as name, date of birth, contact information, and travel details, including flight information and the address of your accommodation in Spain. The purpose of the Spanish locator form is to facilitate contact tracing and to help health authorities locate travelers if they have been in contact with someone who tested positive for COVID.

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Lost passport in madrid, travel by police or ambassy documents - conwey (29 oct 2022 - 10:54).

hello I would like to know what kind off document to cary to get to Barcelona from Madrid og a foreign tourist .

driving to Seville from Portugal for the day - Mel (25 Apr 2022 - 07:22)

If I am driving to Seville from the Algarve region in Portugal just for the day and then returning to Portugal later in the evening, do I need a Covid test or QR code showing proof of vaccine? Is there a check at the border? Any help is appreciated. Most info is for people arriving by land or sea. Thank you!

@Bailey - Barcelona.com (13 Jan 2022 - 12:32)

Hello Bailey, It is not at all sure that it works as well as in France. I advise you to ask your embassy in Spain. They should know about this very specific case. best,

EU DCC for non EU citizen? - Bailey (13 Jan 2022 - 11:58)

I’m an American citizen, but I have an EU digital covid certificate issued by France that I got last August for a different trip. Can I use that to apply for the SpTH pass? I read that the lines go quicker if you use that instead of a different proof of vaccination (like my US CDC vaccine card), but I wanted to make sure it wouldn’t be a problem to use that if I’m not an EU citizen. In France, at least, it works exactly the same as any other EU digital covid certificate

@Kirsty Mooney - Barcelona.com (29 Nov 2021 - 11:44)

Hello Kirsty Mooney, You are not the only one in the comments to say that this service is deplorable. It's incomprehensible that no one in this department has realized this. Here is their contact page: https://www.spth.gob.es/contact best,

No QR code in time to travel - Kirsty Mooney (27 Nov 2021 - 11:02)

Hello, I was supposed to travel to Madrid yesterday 25th November. I was unable to get the qr code , I tried several times but no luck. We went to the airport early to get help and the EasyJet ground staff spent 90 minutes with me trying to get the code. As a result we could not board and lost our holiday. How can I complain to the health authority and who do I contact? Thank you.

@Juptmor - Barcelona.com (20 Nov 2021 - 10:38)

Hello Juptmor, Everything is explained on this page for travelers coming from Morocco to Spain: https://travelsafe.spain.info/en/ No quarantine after a quick read... But take a good look. Best,

US citizen traveling from Marrakech to Barcelona - Juptmor (20 Nov 2021 - 10:28)

Hello, I'm having difficulty determining if I will be allowed to enter Barcelona, Spain from Marrakech, Morocco if I'm an American citizen that is fully vaccinated. I know I'm allowed into Spain from the US or another EU county, but I cannot figure out if I'm allowed in if I travel through Marrakech. If I am allowed in, will I have to quarantine? Do I need a COVID test? Can you please help? Thank you.

@Paul - Barcelona.com (18 Nov 2021 - 10:04)

Hello Paul, As indicated on this page, the official website gives precise explanations, country by country, to better understand the rules to enter Spain: https://travelsafe.spain.info/en/ Hope this would help you, Best,

Entry requirement - Paul (18 Nov 2021 - 09:40)

Hello, I am fully vacinnated with Sinopharm and am travelling to Spain from China (I have my visa) do I also need a PCR test? I'm getting confused from all of the different answers online. Thanks P

@Clare - Barcelona.com (9 Nov 2021 - 10:04)

Hello Clare, We believe this is just an additional piece of information requested as a precaution. You may be asked to take another test after you arrive in Spain. Fill out the form and you will see if you are asked for additional information. Normally all the explanations can be found on this site: https://travelsafe.spain.info/en/ But we did not find it. Have a good flight!

UK Track and trace - Clare (9 Nov 2021 - 09:56)

On the spanish health form it asks you if you have been in contact with a covid case in the last 14 days. If you say yes, you still get issued a QR code. If you have said yes, yet are fully vaccinated and have tested negative with a PCR test, will you be allowed into Spain?

@jean - Barcelona.com (4 Nov 2021 - 08:52)

Hola jean, The SpTH QR code only allows you to enter Spain, it does not replace the health pass or other digital EU covid certificate. best,

qr codes? - jean (4 Nov 2021 - 08:06)

hi! does anyone know if the SpTH QR code is enough to get you into bars/clubs? i don't think i will be successful in obtaining a digital EU covid certificate in time for my trip as i'm not a citizen of an EU country (i'm fully vaxxed from USA)

@Jonah - Barcelona.com (15 Oct 2021 - 08:38)

Hello Jonah, The rules changed this week for nightclubs ( more info Barcelona Coronavirus page). You shouldn't have any problem to get in. For the sanitary pass you have to ask your university best,

American obtaining Covid Pass - Jonah (15 Oct 2021 - 08:24)

Hello, I am an American study abroad student who is in Barcelona for three months. I am vaccinated but have been denied at some nightclubs and bars because I don't have the EU Covid Passport with the QR code. It seems impossible for Americans to obtain the covid passport, is there any way around this? I want to obtain the QR code so I don't have to get tested every single weekend to go out even though I am vaccinated. I have tried going to el CAP and they said they couldn't do anything. Thank You

@MS - Barcelona.com (11 Oct 2021 - 10:16)

Hello MS, Many people have mentioned this subject on this page. We think that if you have the documents proving your identity before your wedding - which is your case - there will be no problem entering Spain knowing that the controllers are now used to this issue. Have a good flight!

Vaccination card name - MS (9 Oct 2021 - 11:22)

Hello, We’re traveling from US to Barcelona next week. My vaccination card is with my married name but my passport and airline ticket is with my maiden name. Will I be allowed entry into Barcelona if I also bring my marriage license to show both names and also my old driver’s license with my married name in it? I’m very worried I’ll be denied entry on arrival, especially since we’re traveling with young children. Thank you for your help!

@Travey - Barcelona.com (8 Oct 2021 - 11:06)

Hello Travey, Getting a QR code via the SpTh website is a real nightmare, you are not the only one to complain about it. It often happens that the download is successful but the site does not specify it. The only solution is to go through the whole process again, begging your god ;-) on your knees like the penitents (which is less humiliating than using this governmental website). May the force be with you,

Travelling without the qr code - Travey (8 Oct 2021 - 10:34)

Hi I wonder if anyone can help. I travel to Barcelona tomorrow from the Uk. I’ve tried to do the Spanish health travel form and somewhere I’ve messed up and verified something. I can’t get QR code as I keep getting a message saying A form can not be created the data already exists. I just don’t know what to do. Please can anyone help

@Ssscia - Barcelona.com (7 Oct 2021 - 09:40)

Hello Ssscia, Normally, a European can travel in Europe with a recently expired passport or ID card. In your case and since the Brexit, we do not know. Ask your embassy in France or Spain for confirmation. Best,

British passport - Ssscia (7 Oct 2021 - 09:14)

Hi I'm travelling to spain on Friday for the weekend and I'm flying from bordeaux France to sapin but I've just realised I have 5 days less than the 6 months required on my british passport. Is it still possible to fly ?

@Emma Tilston - Barcelona.com (6 Oct 2021 - 11:34)

Hello Emma Tilston, If your sister has not been ill and has no signs of illness there is no reason why she should not be allowed to return to the UK. However, it is recommended that she is tested to make sure that she has not caught the virus and is not contagious to other passengers. Best,

Contacted by Track and Trace - Emma Tilston (6 Oct 2021 - 11:26)

My sister flew home to the UK from Spain on 27th September. She has been emailed by track and trace to tell her someone on her flight has tested positive for C-19. She has not been told to self isolate. Can she fly back to Spain from UK on 7th October (a 10 day gap). Thanks.

@Laura B. - Barcelona.com (4 Oct 2021 - 17:32)

Hello Laura B. If you live in Italy and come to Spain from Italy, you have the right documents to enter Spain. Ask your embassy for confirmation, it's safer. Best,

Viaje a Barcelona - Laura B. (4 Oct 2021 - 16:58)

Hola! Soy mexicana, resido en USA y tengo un mes viviendo en Italia (trabajando desde casa). Quiero viajar a Barcelona desde Italia (Napoles) como turista por un fin de semana. Estoy vacunada, mi certificado es la tarjeta que la CDC da en USA. Me hes posible entrar a Barcelona? Que necesito para poder entrar a Barcelona? Muchas Gracias!

@laslo - Barcelona.com (24 Sep 2021 - 11:18)

Hello laslo, if you are going to arrive by ferry in Spain you have to fill in a specific health form - as indicated above on this page. Here is the link: SpTH Spain Travel Health website: https://spthm.puertos.es/

coming by ferry - laslo (24 Sep 2021 - 09:24)

hello, I'm arriving in Spain by ferry, which form do I need? thank you

Which test? - Samirah (24 Sep 2021 - 08:14)

I am flying to Spain from UK and am not fully vaccinated. I booked a rapid antigen test as I read on many sites including the Spanish government page that this is enough. However the Uk government and the company I fly with state I need to take a PCR and RAT tests aren’t allowed... I’m so confused and don’t want to be denied entry as my family live there and I’ve not seen them in so long

@Kat - Barcelona.com (2 Sep 2021 - 09:08)

Hello Kat, Your question is out of the scope of this page, we apologize for not being able to answer you. The best thing to do is to contact the relevant departments in Greece and Spain to be sure. Regards,

Visa/Residency - Kat (2 Sep 2021 - 08:48)

I recently renewed my visa and applied for a new residency card. I was supposed to receive the new card today but was told it will not be available for another two weeks. I am flying to Greece in less than two weeks and am worried that I will not be able to re-enter Spain without a valid residency card. I currently have my EU Vaccination Certificate, expired residency card, Resguardo de Solicitud (stating I applied for the new card in August and that my visa is valid until 2023), and passport, but I am not sure if that is sufficient. Is a valid residency card required in order to return from Greece even though it is part of the Schengen?

@Lizzie - Barcelona.com (1 Sep 2021 - 09:58)

Hello Lizzie, From Portugal to Spain by bus/car you'll just need to present the health passport (green pass). best,

Bus from Portugal into Spain - Lizzie (1 Sep 2021 - 08:24)

Hi, I Am getting a bus from faro (Portugal) into Spain (Seville). I have read there are no requirements for land border entry. Is that ok?

Ibiza Barcelona - Fiona1605 (30 Aug 2021 - 10:30)

How very confusing are the rules for internal travel within Spain. The Balearics government do require a health form to arrive in Ibiza from Barcelona I believe. I'm not sure about the other direction? Pffffff very difficult to find this information as each region creates its own rules.

@Chloe - Barcelona.com (27 Aug 2021 - 09:44)

Hello Chloe, You need PCR a negative PCR or antigen test if the vaccine is less than 14 days. To be sure with your vaccine brand check the link indicated on this page. Best,

Vaccination - Chloe (27 Aug 2021 - 08:40)

Hello I am travelling to Spain from Ireland next week and am wondering if i will need a negative PCR or antigen test? I have received both doses of the Pfizer vaccine however it will not be 2 weeks after the 2nd dose at time of travelling. I am curious if I will require a negative test to enter Spain as to be classified as fully vaccinated only takes 7 days with the Pfizer vaccine not 14 days like the other vaccines. Thanks

@Vanessa - Barcelona.com (20 Aug 2021 - 09:52)

Hello Vanessa, You are not the only one in this case of different documents for same person, please take legal document to prove your identity and it will be fine. Best,

Passport in different name - Vanessa (20 Aug 2021 - 09:38)

I have had both vaccines but the COVID travel pass is in my married name and my passport is in my previous married name. The marriage certificate is in my maiden name! Nightmare! If I take all the legal documents will this be accepted? I have tried the uk Gov website but cannot find the information.

@ Christine - Barcelona.com (21 Jul 2021 - 11:14)

Hello Christine, You have to be able to prove your identity, which is what your driver's license will do. So it's perfect. best,

Covid vaccination record - Christine (21 Jul 2021 - 10:44)

My covid vaccination record is in a different name to my passport. Will this be accepted? My British driving licence has the same name as my vaccination record.

@Norma Holmes - Barcelona.com (17 Jul 2021 - 10:20)

Hello Norma Holmes, if your document is translated in English or Spanish or French or German then it's ok - like it was before EU travel certificate; Best,

Didn’t receive my EU travel cert - Norma Holmes (17 Jul 2021 - 09:50)

Hi I haven’t received my EU travel certificate and I am flying to Spain next Thursday 22July. I am fully vaccinated and have my vaccination card. Will that suffice?

@Trudy Cross - Barcelona.com (16 Jul 2021 - 09:12)

Hello Trudy Cross, Don't worry, your mother-in-law will do everything she can to help you at the most difficult moments.. However, the controls are increasingly heavy at the customs, I hope that you will find an understanding controller. I wouldn't do it. Best,

Documements - Trudy Cross (16 Jul 2021 - 08:42)

I am due to fly to Spain on 9th August to visit my mother-in-law. I booked my tickets in my maiden name as my passport is still valid. However, my Covid vaccinations are in my married name. Can I still enter Spain if I provide my marriage certificate as proof ?

@wendy - Barcelona.com (9 Jul 2021 - 09:54)

Hello wendy, If your son is 14 years old he has to do a PCR or antigen test to enter Spain. Best,

14 years olds traveling - wendy (9 Jul 2021 - 09:28)

I'm traveling to Spain with my son who's 14 what does he need to enter as Iv had both my jabs so I don't need a PCR. But will my son thank you

@Michael Whitehead - Barcelona.com (6 Jul 2021 - 10:04)

@Michael Whitehead please check this info on this page: https://travelsafe.spain.info/en/ best,

Digital Proof of Vaccine - Michael Whitehead (6 Jul 2021 - 09:02)

I am a UK national and have digital proof of vaccine on my National Health Service App, which shows my photograph, date of birth, when my vaccine course was completed. Can this be used as proof to enter Spain. Kind regards Michael Whitehead

@Ian Deacon - Barcelona.com (3 Jul 2021 - 11:24)

Hello Ian Deacon, best is to follow this link and try to find your information: https://covid-19- diagnostics.jrc.ec.europa.eu/devices#form_content Best,

AZ vaccine not recognised by EMA - Ian Deacon (3 Jul 2021 - 11:18)

Good morning, we are hoping to travel to Spain in August for holidays. My wife and I have been vaccinated with the batch of Astra Zeneca not recognised by the EMA, will we be accepted by the authorities once we arrive in Spain? If not do you foresee your country accepting these batches in time for our holidays? Many thanks Ian Deacon

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UK requires that we take a pre-departure test in the last 48hrs prior to return, and from the guidance it appears that lateral flow tests should suffice.

What's the best place in Barcelona to get a lateral flow test that can reliably provide test results within a set timeframe? We will be pretty central (not too far from Pl. Catalunya) but if required, we can also get on the metro.

https://www.barcelona-tourist-guide.com/en/covid/covid-19-antigen-test-in-barcelona.html

I've also been struggling with this.

Democratest have been recommended and they're cheap, but they seem pretty booked up and I couldn't find an appointment in the time I needed, worth a shot though:

https://democratest.com/test-antigenos/

I booked the airport test via the El Prat website and then their app:

https://eurofins-megalab.com/pruebas-covid-19-en-los-aeropuertos-de-espana/

But I haven't been able to find any reviews...

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Hi, just wanted to update as I did my test on Sunday morning.

The "place on Diagonal" I went to was SchbeltaClinic at Diagonal, 299. Antigen test with Fit to Fly cert with QR code was 35 eur. I was outside at 8am and did the test and got the results by 8.45am. Place was super chaotic tbh ​but one of the few places I could find on a Sunday without booking far in advance.

I went as a walk-in but many people had appointments. I don't however know how to make one as their website is more focused on non-COVID enquiries.

No problems cancelling the EuroLabs (airport) testing.

Just posting an update on this with my experience.

Ended up booking with Democratest, they were pretty full but managed to find a slot at one of their clinics in Gracia (first choice in their drop down list - 7 Medical Assistance on Riera De Cassoles) Nearest metro is Lesseps.

Very long wait - we had a Monday evening appointment, showed up 20 mins early but there was a long queue, ended up having to wait for nearly 2 hours….. Once inside, test was quick and efficient though, and certificate and QR code received within 30 mins via email.

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