Travellers have been warned to redownload the PDF of their NHS Covid Go earlier than heading overseas, as these dated earlier than November 1 received’t be recognised by locations in Europe.
Brits might be denied boarding on flights or entry into sure venues whereas away, if they’ve a duplicate of the outdated go.
The International, Commonwealth and Improvement Workplace (FCDO) have suggested holidaymakers to ensure they’ve an up to date model of their NHS Covid Go, out there 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 go is now legitimate in venues and occasions in over 40 international locations.
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Beforehand, most EU international locations accepted the go however just a few have been capable of scan them. Now holidaymakers want to make sure their go 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 Go 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 prospects to pay attention to the replace.
TUI mentioned: “We might advise any prospects who’ve printed PDF copies of their NHS Covid Go 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 differ, and we suggest that prospects examine the FCDO recommendation for the nation they’re travelling to.”
The total record of nations taking part within the EU Gateway will be discovered here.
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