Like many countries around the world, Spain is closing its borders to British travelers after Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced that the discovery of a new type of COVID-19 is much more transferable. As a result, there are now strict access rules for those hoping to visit Spain.
The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) has updated its travel advice sheet in line with the latest changes by the Spanish government.
A minor amendment has now been made to Britons who will be able to enter Spain during the border closure from 4 January 2021.
Britons who are residents of Spain may already enter the country.
The new change will make it easier for those who are becoming a Spanish resident to enter the country with documentation.
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The FCDO explains: ‘If you live in Spain, you must also have the necessary proof of residence documents and a valid passport with you.
“Spanish authorities have made it clear that the green A4-format or credit card-sized EU registration certificates, the ‘Certificado de Registro de Ciudadano de la Unión Europea’, or the new TIE card, the ‘Tarjeta de Identidad de Extranjero’ have proved valid of accommodation for British citizens wishing to return to their homes in Spain. ‘
It goes on to say: ‘Spanish authorities have confirmed that British nationals who can prove that they have started their stay in Spain, but who do not yet have their TIE card, should be allowed as a temporary measure to go on flights and back to return to Spain if they show a valid document ‘resguardo de solicitud o renovación de tarjeta de extranjero’.
“This temporary measure applies from January 4, 2021 to January 10, 2021.”
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Upon arrival in Spain, travelers from the United Kingdom must isolate themselves.
They will also be required to present a negative PCR swab test, TMA (Transcription-mediated amplification) swab test or a LAMP (Loop-Mediated Isothermal Amplification) test that does not exceed 72 hours before arrival was not taken.
“This requirement applies to all passengers arriving in Spain by plane or by sea, regardless of your residence status in Spain and the length of time you intend to stay,” the FCDO said.
“Property owners in Spain are subject to this requirement.”
Arrivals must declare their test on a mandatory “Health Control Form” issued by the Spanish government.
This document must also contain details such as the passenger name, passport number, test date, name and contact details of the test center, test method and test results.
Passengers should also mention a known history of exposure to COVID-19.
Upon arrival, travelers will be subject to a temperature check and undergo a visual health assessment.
“Anyone who shows symptoms or does not meet any of the above requirements must undergo a test on arrival and will be required to keep the COVID-19 protocols in place, as determined by the local authorities of your destination in Spain. ,” go ahead. the FCDO.
Investigations will be conducted upon arrival to confirm that travelers have undergone a COVID-19 PCR, TMA or LAMP test and tested negative.
“A minimum fine of € 3000 (approximately £ 2 683) can be issued to anyone arriving at Spanish airports and ports from ‘risk countries’ without sufficient evidence of a negative PCR, TMA or LAMP test.”
The British government warns Britons not to use NHS services for coronavirus tests that facilitate international travel.