To help you in the planning of your trip, we recommend you check the following links before travelling:
All Covid-19 travel restrictions have now been removed for travellers to Antigua. You are no longer required to:
Your passport should be valid for at least 6 months after the date of arrival in Antigua.
UK, EU and US passport holders can visit Antigua for up to 6 months without a visa.
You must have a return ticket or proof of onward travel, confirmed accommodation and enough funds to cover your planned stay.
Full list of countries that don't need a visa to enter Antigua
For the latest updates on entry requirements and quarantine procedures please visit the travel advisory and Visit Antigua & Barbuda
All Covid-19 travel restrictions have now been removed for travellers to Antigua. You are no longer required to:
Passport
Your passport should be valid for at least 6 months after the date of arrival in Antigua.
Visa
UK, EU and US passport holders can visit Antigua for up to 6 months without a visa.
You must have a return ticket or proof of onward travel, confirmed accommodation and enough funds to cover your planned stay.
Full list of countries that don't need a visa to enter Antigua
For the latest updates on entry requirements and quarantine procedures please visit the travel advisory and Visit Antigua & Barbuda
Please note, on your flight to Antigua it will be your personal choice to wear a face mask onboard, now that mask-wearing is not a legal requirement in England. Please ensure you have a mask for boarding and disembarking and your destination airport. Masks remain available for anyone still wishing to wear one during the flight.
You must check all requirements before heading to the airport.
Non-nationals or non-citizens of the Bahamas who have travelled to any of the following countries in 14 days before travel will not be permitted travel;
Please check Bahamas.com before travelling.
All Covid-19 travel restrictions have now been removed for travellers to the Bahamas. You are no longer required to:
Your passport should be valid for six months from the date of departure from the Bahamas.
Make sure you have a spare page in your passport for the entry stamp.
You can visit the Bahamas for up to 21 days without a visa. This can be extended up to a maximum of 8 months by applying to the Department of Immigration in Nassau.
If you're travelling to the Bahamas via the USA, you may need to apply for an ESTA. Time spent in the Bahamas counts towards the 90-day maximum permitted stay in the USA with an ESTA.
All Covid-19 travel restrictions have now been removed for travellers to the Bahamas. You are no longer required to:
Your passport should be valid for six months from the date of departure from the Bahamas.
Make sure you have a spare page in your passport for the entry stamp.
You can visit the Bahamas for up to 21 days without a visa. This can be extended up to a maximum of 8 months by applying to the Department of Immigration in Nassau.
If you're travelling to the Bahamas via the USA, you may need to apply for an ESTA. Time spent in the Bahamas counts towards the 90-day maximum permitted stay in the USA with an ESTA.
Please note, on your flight to Nassau it will be your personal choice to wear a face mask onboard, now that mask-wearing is not a legal requirement in England. Please ensure you have a mask for boarding and disembarking and your destination airport. Masks remain available for anyone still wishing to wear one during the flight.
You must check all requirements before heading to the airport.
There are no restrictions on who can travel to Barbados, as long as the latest travel requirements are adhered to. Please check Visit Barbados before travelling.
All Covid-19 travel restrictions have now been removed for travellers to Barbados. You are no longer required to:
All customers regardless of vaccination status will need to complete a customs and immigration travel form at least 72 hours prior to arrival, which can be found here https://travelform.gov.bb/
Please note, you no longer require to access and update the BIMSafe app.
Your passport should be valid for the proposed duration of your stay; you don’t need any additional period of validity on your passport beyond this.
Make sure you have a spare page in your passport for the entry stamp.
You can visit Barbados for up to six months without a visa (unless you are travelling from India, Brazil or South Africa - VISA entry requirements apply).
All Covid-19 travel restrictions have now been removed for travellers to Barbados. You are no longer required to:
All customers regardless of vaccination status will need to complete a customs and immigration travel form at least 72 hours prior to arrival, which can be found here https://travelform.gov.bb/
Please note, you no longer require to access and update the BIMSafe app.
Your passport should be valid for the proposed duration of your stay; you don’t need any additional period of validity on your passport beyond this.
Make sure you have a spare page in your passport for the entry stamp.
You can visit Barbados for up to six months without a visa (unless you are travelling from India, Brazil or South Africa - VISA entry requirements apply).
Please note, on your flight to Barbados it will be your personal choice to wear a face mask onboard, now that mask-wearing is not a legal requirement in England. Please ensure you have a mask for boarding and disembarking and your destination airport. Masks remain available for anyone still wishing to wear one during the flight.
You must download the BIMSafe app which will help to streamline your travel experience. The BIMSafe app allows you to complete forms and health questionnaires, upload test results and show proof of your vaccinations.
You’ll be given a smart bracelet which works with the app to monitor your symptoms and ensure you, and those around you, enjoy a safe stay. Once you’ve completed your quarantine period, you may remove the bracelet. Please discard it in an environmentally friendly way at the airport, or keep it as a souvenir.
From 08 January China will open its borders to foreign travellers.
You will be required to take PCR Covid -19 Test within 48 hours of travel. Once you have received a negative result you must complete a Health declaration form via the China Customs website, or through the China customs app or WeChat account.
Upon arrival, you will no longer be required to quarantine. If you display any Covid-19 symptoms upon arrival you may be asked to take an antigen Covid-19 test, any customer who tests positive from this test will either be advised to self-quarantine or seek treatment from a medical institution.
Non-nationals still require a visa to enter mainland China
If you need a Chinese visa, we can help. We've partnered with VisaCentral, the global visa and passport experts. They can apply on your behalf for a fee. And if you're a Flying Club member, you'll also earn two points for every £1 you spend.
You can also apply for your visa through the Chinese Embassy in London:
Tel: 020 7299 4049
Opening hours Mon - Fri: 09:00 - 12:00; 14:00 - 17:00
From 08 January China will open its borders to foreign travellers.
You will be required to take PCR Covid -19 Test within 48 hours of travel. Once you have received a negative result you must complete a Health declaration form via the China Customs website, or through the China customs app or WeChat account.
Upon arrival you will no longer be required to quarantine. If you display any Covid-19 symptoms upon arrival you may be asked to take an antigen Covid-19 test, any customer who tests positive from this test will either be advised to self-quarantine or to seek treatment from a medical institution.
Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months when you enter China.
China's entry requirements differ, depending on your nationality and the reason for your visit. If you're not a Chinese national, you will usually need a visa to enter the country, which you should get before you travel
If you're staying for less than 6 days, you may not need a visa.
For more information and advice, contact the Chinese Embassy.
Apply for a Chinese visa
If you need a Chinese visa, we can help. We've partnered with VisaCentral, the global visa and passport experts. They can apply on your behalf for a fee. And if you're a Flying Club member, you'll also earn two miles for every £1 you spend.
You can also apply for your visa through the Chinese Embassy in London:
Tel: 020 7299 4049
Opening hours Mon - Fri: 09:00 - 12:00; 14:00 - 17:00
Visa exemptions for shorter visits
If you're due to leave China to travel to another country within 6 days of your arrival, you might not need a visa. You'll be allowed to stay within the administrative precincts of Shanghai Municipality, Jiangsu Province and Zhejiang Province for up to 144 hours.
On arrival in China, you'll need to show valid onward travel documents to the immigration officer, confirming your planned departure within this time period.
You need to be a resident of one of the following countries to be eligible for an exemption:
Albania, Argentina, Australia, Austria, Belarus, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Brazil, Brunei, Bulgaria, Canada, Chile, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Macedonia, Malta, Mexico, Montenegro, Netherlands, New Zealand, Poland, Portugal, Qatar, Singapore, Slovak, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Monaco, Republic of Korea, Romania, Russia, Serbia, Ukraine, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, United States of America
Find out more from the Chinese Embassy.
Information for UK passport holders
If you are a UK passport holder visiting China, your passport should be valid for at least 6 months from the date of your visa application. If you have less than 6 months’ validity on your passport, but still have a valid visa, you should be able to enter China for the duration of that visa.
This guidance is for UK passport holders only. Passengers from other countries should check with the necessary Government department in their country of residence for travel information.
Foreign visitors aged between 14 and 70 will have bio-information such as fingerprints collected upon arrival
From 08 January China will open its borders to foreign travellers.
You will be required to take PCR Covid -19 Test within 48 hours of travel. Once you have received a negative result you must complete a Health declaration form via the China Customs website, or through the China customs app or WeChat account.
Upon arrival you will no longer be required to quarantine. If you display any Covid-19 symptoms upon arrival you may be asked to take an antigen Covid-19 test, any customer who tests positive from this test will either be advised to self-quarantine or to seek treatment from a medical institution.
Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months when you enter China.
China's entry requirements differ, depending on your nationality and the reason for your visit. If you're not a Chinese national, you will usually need a visa to enter the country, which you should get before you travel
If you're staying for less than 6 days, you may not need a visa.
For more information and advice, contact the Chinese Embassy.
Apply for a Chinese visa
If you need a Chinese visa, we can help. We've partnered with VisaCentral, the global visa and passport experts. They can apply on your behalf for a fee. And if you're a Flying Club member, you'll also earn two miles for every £1 you spend.
You can also apply for your visa through the Chinese Embassy in London:
Tel: 020 7299 4049
Opening hours Mon - Fri: 09:00 - 12:00; 14:00 - 17:00
Visa exemptions for shorter visits
If you're due to leave China to travel to another country within 6 days of your arrival, you might not need a visa. You'll be allowed to stay within the administrative precincts of Shanghai Municipality, Jiangsu Province and Zhejiang Province for up to 144 hours.
On arrival in China, you'll need to show valid onward travel documents to the immigration officer, confirming your planned departure within this time period.
You need to be a resident of one of the following countries to be eligible for an exemption:
Albania, Argentina, Australia, Austria, Belarus, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Brazil, Brunei, Bulgaria, Canada, Chile, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Macedonia, Malta, Mexico, Montenegro, Netherlands, New Zealand, Poland, Portugal, Qatar, Singapore, Slovak, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Monaco, Republic of Korea, Romania, Russia, Serbia, Ukraine, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, United States of America
Find out more from the Chinese Embassy.
Information for UK passport holders
If you are a UK passport holder visiting China, your passport should be valid for at least 6 months from the date of your visa application. If you have less than 6 months’ validity on your passport, but still have a valid visa, you should be able to enter China for the duration of that visa.
This guidance is for UK passport holders only. Passengers from other countries should check with the necessary Government department in their country of residence for travel information.
Foreign visitors aged between 14 and 70 will have bio-information such as fingerprints collected upon arrival
It’s now your personal choice whether to wear a facemask onboard, and they’re available for anyone wishing to wear one during the flight.
Due to the impact of COVID-19 and subsequent travel restrictions in destinations around the world, coupled with a sharp drop in customer demand, Virgin Atlantic is continually reviewing its flying programme.
As always, the health and safety of our customers and our people is our absolute priority and we continue to monitor the COVID-19 situation extremely carefully including the latest guidance in the UK and across our international network.
As a result, we have taken the difficult decision to delay restarting our Cuba service. We hope to resume flights soon and please keep an eye on our website for further updates.
Last updated: 12 February 2021
You must check all requirements before heading to the airport.
To help you in the planning of your trip, we recommend you check the Grenada Tourism Authority and https://covid19.gov.gd/travel-covid/ pages before travelling.
There are no current travel bans in place for Virgin Atlantic destinations.
The entry requirements and health protocols implemented by the Government of Grenada can be found here: https://covid19.gov.gd
Our flights are making a stop in Barbados before continuing to Grenada but you only have to meet the entry requirements for Grenada.
All Covid-19 travel restrictions have now been removed for travellers to Grenada. You are no longer required to:
Your passport should be valid for at least 6 months after the date of arriving in Grenada.
British passport holders can visit Grenada without a visa for up to 6 months, or up to 3 months for US or EU passport holders.
Our flights are making a stop in Barbados before continuing to Grenada but you only have to meet the entry requirements for Grenada.
All Covid-19 travel restrictions have now been removed for travellers to Grenada. You are no longer required to:
Your passport should be valid for at least 6 months after the date of arriving in Grenada.
British passport holders can visit Grenada without a visa for up to 6 months, or up to 3 months for US or EU passport holders.
Please note, on your flight to Grenada it will be your personal choice to wear a face mask onboard, now that mask-wearing is not a legal requirement in England. Please ensure you have a mask for boarding and disembarking and your destination airport. Masks remain available for anyone still wishing to wear one during the flight.
Grenada recommends using their contact tracing mobile app called 'Ronatrac'. Download it and register before you travel.
Pre-departure requirements
You will need a negative result proof of a polymerase chain reaction (PCR)-based nucleic acid test for COVID-19 conducted within 48 hours before the scheduled time of departure of your flight.
From 1 June you will no longer be required to carry proof of laboratory accreditation and also from this date, children under 3 years old do not need a PCR test.
For full testing details, please check the Hong Kong Government website before travelling.
You will be required to present confirmation of a room reservation in a designated quarantine hotel for 7 nights.
Proof of vaccination
You must present a vaccination record issued by Hong Kong, or authority/recognised institution on the approved list.
The vaccination record must bear the name of the vaccinated traveller matching that in his/her valid travel document to show in Chinese or English that the relevant traveller has received dose(s) of COVID-19 vaccine, the date on which the last dose was administered, and the name of the vaccine administered.
If your vaccination record does not meet the above criteria, you must provide written confirmation in English or Chinese issued by the healthcare institution or a relevant authority of the government of the place where the vaccine was administered, bearing the name of the relevant vaccinated traveller matching that in his/her valid travel document and setting out all of the above information if the vaccination record is not in English or Chinese or does not contain all of the above information. The said written confirmation should be presented together with the vaccination record.
Travellers aged 12 to 17 years old, who have received a single dose of the BioNTech Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine, at least 14 days before departure will be accepted for travel. They must follow the same requirements as fully vaccinated travellers.
COVID-19 testing on arrival
Those arriving at Hong Kong International Airport will be required to proceed to the Temporary Specimen Collection Centre (TSCC) set up in the restricted area of the Airport for COVID-19 testing immediately upon arrival. They will need to stay at the TSCC to wait for test results.
More information can be found here.
Entry documents
Upon arrival into Hong Kong you’ll be required to show the following documents.
Quarantine
Upon arrival in Hong Kong, you will need to undergo a compulsory period of quarantine for 7 nights in a designated quarantine hotel. During your quarantine period, you will need to take four Covid-19 tests, and self-monitor during the subsequent seven days.
Exit requirements
For more information, please visit the Hong Kong SAR Government website
Passport
Your passport should be valid for at least one month after the date of your departure from Hong Kong.
Visa
For up-to-date advice on entry requirements and restrictions, please visit the Hong Kong SAR government’s website.
Only fully vaccinated travellers holding a recognised vaccination record will be permitted entry into Hong Kong.
From 29th October, travellers aged 12 to 17 years old, who have received a single dose of the BioNTech Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine, at least 14 days before departure will be accepted for travel. They must follow the same requirements as fully vaccinated travellers.
Routes where face masks onboard must be worn:
For all services operating to or from the United States, where the federal mask mandate on aircraft has been extended until 18 April, customers aged 2 and above must still maintain masks at all times, unless exempt.
For the following routes to or from the UK, masks are still required for customers aged 12 and above until further notice: Delhi, Islamabad, Hong Kong, Johannesburg, Lahore, Lagos, Mumbai, Shanghai, Tel Aviv.
Across our network, we continue to adhere to all regulatory requirements both in the UK and in destination countries.
You must check all requirements before heading to the airport.
All foreign nationals and some foreign vistors can enter India on a new e-Tourist Visa/Tourist Visa. A list of the 156 eligable countries can be found on Indian Visas Online. Please check to ensure your eligbilty for travel.
The new Tourist Visa can be used within 120 days of being granted for a single trip to India (single entry) with a maximum stay of 30 days. If your visa was issued before 06 October 2021 you must reapply as the Indian immigration service has cancelled this visa type.
Please visit the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare- Guidelines for International Arrivals for detailed advice and requirements for entering India.
If you are arriving into India from China, Hong Kong, Japan, South Korea, Singapore, or Thailand you will then need to upload a negative COVID-19 test to the Air Suvidha portal
With the increase in Covid-19 cases globally, the Ministry of Civil Aviation in India in coordination with Ministry of Health & Family Welfare introduced from 10:00am 24th December 2022 random Covid-19 testing on arrival. 2% of arriving passengers on each flight will be selected randomly to undergo a RT-PCR test.
Once the sample is collected these customers will be able to leave the airport. The test will be free of cost.
If you are fully vaccinated, it is recommended that you carry with you proof of vaccination (such as an NHS Covid Pass,original US CDC card; or EU Digital COVID Certificate), although you do not need to be vaccinated to travel to India.
There is no longer a requirement to complete the Air Suvidha Self Declaration Form.
If you are a UK passport holder visiting India, your passport must have 2 blank pages for your visa and must be valid for a minimum of 180 days at the time of your visa application. This guidance is for UK passport holders only. Passengers from other countries should check with the necessary Government department for travel information.
India's entry requirements differ depending on your nationality and the reason for your visit. If you're not an Indian national, you will usually need a visa to enter the country, which you should get before you travel.
For more information and advice, contact the Indian Ministry of Home Affairs and visit the FRRO website
Apply for an Indian visa
If you need an Indian visa, we can help. We've partnered with VisaCentral, the global visa and passport experts, where for a fee they will apply on your behalf. And if you're a Flying Club member, you'll also earn two miles for every £1 you spend.
You can also apply for your visa through the Indian High Commission in London:
Tel: 020 7836 8484
Opening hours Mon - Fri, 09:15 - 17:45
Information for visitors returning to India within 2 months
If you’re planning on returning to India within two months of your last visit, you will need special permission from a local Mission Post or Embassy (such as the Indian High Commission in London). Without this permission you could be denied entry, and returned to your country of origin at your own expense.
With the increase in Covid-19 cases globally, the Ministry of Civil Aviation in India in coordination with Ministry of Health & Family Welfare introduced from 10:00am 24th December 2022 random Covid-19 testing on arrival. 2% of arriving passengers on each flight will be selected randomly to undergo a RT-PCR test.
Once the sample is collected these customers will be able to leave the airport. The test will be free of cost.
There is no longer a requirement to complete the Air Suvidha Self Declaration Form.
If you are a UK passport holder visiting India, your passport must have 2 blank pages for your visa and must be valid for a minimum of 180 days at the time of your visa application. This guidance is for UK passport holders only. Passengers from other countries should check with the necessary Government department for travel information.
India's entry requirements differ depending on your nationality and the reason for your visit. If you're not an Indian national, you will usually need a visa to enter the country, which you should get before you travel.
For more information and advice, contact the Indian Ministry of Home Affairs and visit the FRRO website
Apply for an Indian visa
If you need an Indian visa, we can help. We've partnered with VisaCentral, the global visa and passport experts, where for a fee they will apply on your behalf. And if you're a Flying Club member, you'll also earn two miles for every £1 you spend.
You can also apply for your visa through the Indian High Commission in London:
Tel: 020 7836 8484
Opening hours Mon - Fri, 09:15 - 17:45
Information for visitors returning to India within 2 months
If you’re planning on returning to India within two months of your last visit, you will need special permission from a local Mission Post or Embassy (such as the Indian High Commission in London). Without this permission you could be denied entry, and returned to your country of origin at your own expense.
Routes where face masks onboard must be worn:
For all services operating to or from the United States, where the federal mask mandate on aircraft has been extended until 18 April, customers aged 2 and above must still maintain masks at all times, unless exempt.
For the following routes to or from the UK, masks are still required for customers aged 12 and above until further notice: Islamabad, Johannesburg, Lahore, Lagos, Tel Aviv.
There are some exemptions that apply to the wearing of face masks or face coverings:
You must check all requirements before heading to the airport.
Please visit https://corona.health.gov.il/en/ for the latest entry requirements.
Please visit https://corona.health.gov.il/en/ for the latest entry requirements.
Pre-departure test
As of midnight May 21 2022, you no longer require to complete a Covid-19 test before or after your arrival into Israel.
As of October 9 2022, you are no longer required to complete any pre departure froms.
As of midnight May 21 2022, you'll no longer require to complete a Covid-19 test before or after your arrival into Israel.
As of midnight May 21 2022, you'll no longer require to complete mandated 24 hour quarantine.
All Israeli citizens and residents aged 16 years and older, must show clearance to leave Israel, you will receive the clearance after submitting the exit statement form
Your passport must be valid for the period of your intended stay. You may require longer validity by Embassy consular departments.
The Israeli border control won't stamp your passport. Instead, you'll be given a printed card called an "Electric Gate Pass". You'll need this in order to leave the arrival terminal and continue to collect your baggage. You are advised to keep the card with you at all times.
If you need more information, please contact the Israeli Embassy in London.
Most UK and EU passport holders don't need a visa to enter Israel if visiting for 90 days or less. If you wish to stay longer than 90 days you'll need to apply for a visa.
If don't hold a UK or EU passport, please check if you need a visa before travelling.
Pre-departure test
As of midnight May 21 2022, you no longer require to complete a Covid-19 test before or after your arrival into Israel.
As of October 9 2022, you are no longer required to complete any pre departure froms.
As of midnight May 21 2022, you'll no longer require to complete a Covid-19 test before or after your arrival into Israel.
As of midnight May 21 2022, you'll no longer require to complete mandated 24 hour quarantine.
All Israeli citizens and residents aged 16 years and older, must show clearance to leave Israel, you will receive the clearance after submitting the exit statement form
Your passport must be valid for the period of your intended stay. You may require longer validity by Embassy consular departments.
The Israeli border control won't stamp your passport. Instead, you'll be given a printed card called an "Electric Gate Pass". You'll need this in order to leave the arrival terminal and continue to collect your baggage. You are advised to keep the card with you at all times.
If you need more information, please contact the Israeli Embassy in London.
Most UK and EU passport holders don't need a visa to enter Israel if visiting for 90 days or less. If you wish to stay longer than 90 days you'll need to apply for a visa.
If don't hold a UK or EU passport, please check if you need a visa before travelling.
It will be your personal choice to wear a face mask onboard. Masks remain available for anyone still wishing to wear one during the flight.
You must check all requirements before heading to the airport.
For the latest entry requirements and more information, please check Visit Jamaica before travelling.
Customers travelling to Jamaica are no longer required to take a pre-departure COVID-19 test.
If you are travelling from a high-risk country or display symptoms when you land in Jamaica, you may be required to take a Covid-19 test on arrival, even if you presented a negative result at check in. In this case, you'll need to await results in your hotel room.
Find out how to book your Covid-19 tests
Your passport should be valid for the proposed duration of your stay; you don’t need any additional period of validity on your passport beyond this.
UK and US passport holders can visit Jamaica for up to 90 days without a visa. If you don't have a UK or US passport, check Jamaica's visa requirements before you travel as you may need to purchase a visa on arrival.
You may need an ESTA for transit purposes if you're travelling via the USA.
Customers travelling to Jamaica are no longer required to take a pre-departure COVID-19 test.
If you are travelling from a high-risk country or display symptoms when you land in Jamaica, you may be required to take a Covid-19 test on arrival, even if you presented a negative result at check in. In this case, you'll need to await results in your hotel room.
Find out how to book your Covid-19 tests
Your passport should be valid for the proposed duration of your stay; you don’t need any additional period of validity on your passport beyond this.
UK and US passport holders can visit Jamaica for up to 90 days without a visa. If you don't have a UK or US passport, check Jamaica's visa requirements before you travel as you may need to purchase a visa on arrival.
You may need an ESTA for transit purposes if you're travelling via the USA.
Please note, on your flight to Jamaica it will be your personal choice to wear a face mask onboard, now that mask-wearing is not a legal requirement in England. Please ensure you have a mask for boarding and disembarking and your destination airport. Masks remain available for anyone still wishing to wear one during the flight.
From the 12 December 2022, all passengers regardless of vaccination status no longer require a pre or post departure COVID-19 test.
All customers travelling to Lagos are no longer required to provide proof of their vaccination status.
You must complete a health declaration form ahead of your arrival into Lagos. You can print and complete the form ahead of arriving to airport.
From the 12 December 2022, all passengers regardless of vaccination status no longer require a pre or post departure COVID-19 test.
You are not required to self-isolate on arrival in Lagos.
From the 12 December 2022, all passengers regardless of vaccination status no longer require a pre or post departure COVID-19 test.
If you are a UK passport holder visiting Nigeria, your passport should be valid for a minimum period of 6 months from your date of entry into Nigeria.
This guidance is for UK passport holders only. Passengers from other countries should check with the necessary Government department in their country of residence for travel information.
If you are not a Nigerian national, you'll usually need a visa to visit the country. Entry requirements differ, depending on your nationality and the reason for your visit.
To find out more about the entry requirements into Nigeria, please contact the Nigeria High Commission.
Apply for a Nigerian visa
If you need a Nigerian visa, we can help. We've partnered with VisaCentral, the global visa and passport experts, where for a fee they will apply for your visa on your behalf. And if you're a Flying Club member, you'll also earn two miles for every £1 you spend.
You can also apply for your visa through the Nigeria High Commission in London:
Tel: 020 7839 1244
Opening hours
Mon - Fri: from 09:30am to 05:30pm
From the 12 December 2022, all passengers regardless of vaccination status no longer require a pre or post departure COVID-19 test.
You must complete a health declaration form ahead of your arrival into Lagos. You can print and complete the form ahead of arriving to airport.
Quarantine
You are not required to quarantine on arrival in Lagos
If you are a UK passport holder visiting Nigeria, your passport should be valid for a minimum period of 6 months from your date of entry into Nigeria.
This guidance is for UK passport holders only. Passengers from other countries should check with the necessary Government department in their country of residence for travel information.
If you are not a Nigerian national, you'll usually need a visa to visit the country. Entry requirements differ, depending on your nationality and the reason for your visit.
To find out more about the entry requirements into Nigeria, please contact the Nigeria High Commission.
Apply for a Nigerian visa
If you need a Nigerian visa, we can help. We've partnered with VisaCentral, the global visa and passport experts, where for a fee they will apply for your visa on your behalf. And if you're a Flying Club member, you'll also earn two miles for every £1 you spend.
You can also apply for your visa through the Nigeria High Commission in London:
Tel: 020 7839 1244
Opening hours
Mon - Fri: from 09:30am to 05:30pm
Masks are no longer mandatory onboard the aircraft or in the terminal building when travelling to/from Lagos.
For the following routes to or from the UK, masks are still required for customers aged 12 and above until further notice: Delhi, Islamabad, Johannesburg, Lahore, Mumbai, Tel Aviv.
Across our network, we continue to adhere to all regulatory requirements both in the UK and in destination countries.
There is no mandatory app to download. For more information please visit Nigeria International Travel Portal
You must check all requirements before heading to the airport.
Fully vaccinated travellers are not required to complete a pre-departure test. However, the Public Health Emergency Operations Centre (PHEOC) requires 10 samples every 24 hours for UK passengers arriving in Pakistan on direct flights. This means that random Rapid Antigen testing will be carried out on arrival in Pakistan and anyone testing positive for Covid-19 will need to self isolate for 5 days.
There are currently no additional entry documents required to enter Pakistan. The use of the Pass Track App have been put on hold.
Please check the Government of Pakistan Current Policies before travelling.
Make sure you arrive at the airport with accepted proof of vaccination status ready, such as an NHS COVID Pass (NHS vaccination record card is not accepted); original US CDC card; or EU Digital COVID Certificate.
Your passport should be valid for a minimum period of 6 months at the time of your visa application.
This guidance is for UK passport holders only. Passengers from other countries should check with the necessary Government department for travel information.
If you are leaving Pakistan, you may be screened at the airport for any symptoms of COVID-19. You may also be subject to thermal screening for high temperatures. If you are vaccinated and free from symptoms, you will be allowed to travel. If you’re suspected of having symptoms of COVID-19, including fever, cough and breathing difficulty, you will be subject to a secondary screening by a medical professional or undergo rapid antigen testing. After which, you may be allowed to board if it is assessed that you do not have symptoms, have not been at risk of exposure and do not have a fever.
If the secondary screening assesses that you may have COVID-19 you may be asked to self-isolate 5 days before you can travel. You may also be referred to a medical facility.
Pakistan's entry requirements differ depending on your nationality and the reason for your visit. If you're not a Pakistan national, you will usually need a visa to enter the country, which you should get before you travel.
For more information and advice, contact the High Commission for Pakistan.
Apply for a Pakistan visa
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You can also apply for your visa through the High Commission for Pakistan in London:
Tel: 07733 220 871
Opening hours (appointment only):
Monday to Thursday 10:00 to 12:00 hrs & 14:00 to 16:00 hrs.
Friday 10:00 to 12:00 hrs. & 14:30 to 16:00 hrs.
National Identity Card for Overseas Pakistanis (NICOP)
You can enter Pakistan visa free and remain there for an unlimited period of stay if you hold a valid National Identity Card for Overseas Pakistanis (NICOP) or Smart National Identity Card for Overseas Pakistanis (SNICOP). For more information visit the website of the High Commission for Pakistan in London.
Information for UK passport holders
If you’re travelling to Pakistan on a British passport, you will need to get a visa before you travel. Visa violations can be treated as a criminal offence and could result in a fine or detention.
Journalists’ visas often have additional travel restrictions, which you should observe.
For further information consult the High Commission for Pakistan in London.
UK Emergency Travel Documents
UK Emergency Travel Documents (ETDs) are valid for entry into Pakistan. Holders of an ETD entering or leaving Pakistan will need to have either a valid visa or a National Identity Card for Overseas Pakistanis (NICOP) / Smart National Identity Card for Overseas Pakistanis (SNICOP) issued by the government of Pakistan.
If you are aged 12 years and above and you are non-vaccinated will need to complete a PCR Covid-19 test within 72 hours of departure and carry evidence of the negative result. Exemptions apply for 18s and under, and medically exempt customers holding valid documentation.
The Public Health Emergency Operations Centre (PHEOC) requires 10 samples every 24 hours for UK passengers arriving in Pakistan on direct flights. This means that random Rapid Antigen testing will be carried out on arrival in Pakistan and anyone testing positive for Covid-19 will need to self isolate for 5 days.
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If you are medically exempt from getting the Covid vaccination you will need to travel with a medical letter to confirm your exemption. This must be signed by a doctor and sent into Special Assistance prior to travel, please send to special.assistance@fly.virgin.com
Pakistan currently maintains exit requirements for all customers, please see below fully vaccinated travellers for this information.
It will be your personal choice to wear a face mask onboard. Masks remain available for anyone still wishing to wear one during the flight.
There are currently no apps required to enter Pakistan. The use of the Pass Track App have been put on hold.
You must check all requirements before heading to the airport.
There are no restrictions on who can travel to St Lucia, as long as the latest travel requirements are adhered to. Please check the Government of St Lucia website before travelling.
There are currently no COVID-19 travel restrictions in place.
There are currently no COVID-19 travel restrictions in place.
Please note, on your flight to St Lucia it will be your personal choice to wear a face mask onboard, now that mask-wearing is not a legal requirement in England. Please ensure you have a mask for boarding and disembarking and your destination airport. Masks remain available for anyone still wishing to wear one during the flight.
You must check all requirements before heading to the airport.
There are different travel protocols, depending if you are full vaccinated or not. As travel requirements are often updated, we strongly recommend you to check Entry Protocol and Ministry of Health websites before travelling.
You are no longer required to complete a pre-departure Covid-19 test before your arrival into St Vincent.
You will no longer need to complete a Pre-Arrival form
Your passport should be valid for a minimum period of 6 months from the date of entry into St Vincent.
A visa is not needed by British citizens to visit Saint Vincent and the Grenadines.
You will be granted a period of stay on entry. If you wish stay longer, you'll need to apply and pay for an extension through the Saint Vincent Immigration Department.
You are no longer required to complete a pre-departure Covid-19 test before your arrival into St Vincent.
There is no requirement to complete a pre-arrival form before arrival into St Vincent.
Your passport should be valid for a minimum period of 6 months from the date of entry into St Vincent.
A visa is not needed by British citizens to visit Saint Vincent and the Grenadines.
You will be granted a period of stay on entry. If you wish to stay longer, you'll need to apply and pay for an extension through the Saint Vincent Immigration Department.
Please note, on your flight to St Vincent it will be your personal choice to wear a face mask onboard, now that mask-wearing is not a legal requirement in England. Please ensure you have a mask for boarding and disembarking and your destination airport. Masks remain available for anyone still wishing to wear one during the flight.
For the latest updates and local requirements please visit http://health.gov.vc/health/
You must check all requirements before heading to the airport.
Your UK passport should be valid for at least 30 days beyond the date you plan to leave South Africa and have at least two blank pages.
If your passport was issued by another country, check the requirements for travelling to South Africa with the relevant government department.
Most customers can visit South Africa for up to 90 days without a visa.
Check with the South African Department of Home Affairs for an official list of visa-exempt countries.
The following documents are required if your child is travelling unaccompanied into or out of South Africa:
If your child is South African, additional documents will be required, even if you’re travelling with them.
Documents required for South African children travelling together with both parents:
Documents required for South African children travelling with one parent/guardian or with anyone else:
Further information can be found on the Department of Home Affairs website or the UK Foreign and Commonwealth website.
Your UK passport should be valid for at least 30 days beyond the date you plan to leave South Africa and have at least two blank pages.
If you passport was issued by another country, check the requirements for travelling to South Africa with the relevant government department.
Most customers can visit South Africa for up to 90 days without a visa.
Check with the South African Department of Home Affairs for an official list of visa-exempt countries.
The following documents are required if your child is travelling unaccompanied into or out of South Africa:
If your child is South African, additional documents will be required, even if you’re travelling with them.
Documents required for South African children travelling together with both parents:
Documents required for South African children travelling with one parent/guardian or with anyone else:
Further information can be found on the Department of Home Affairs website or the UK Foreign and Commonwealth website.
Please note, on your flight to South Africa it will be your personal choice to wear a face mask onboard, now that mask-wearing is not a legal requirement in England and South Africa.
Masks remain available for anyone still wishing to wear one during the flight.
Due to the impact of COVID-19 and subsequent travel restrictions in destinations around the world, coupled with a sharp drop in customer demand, Virgin Atlantic is continually reviewing its flying programme.
As always, the health and safety of our customers and our people is our absolute priority and we continue to monitor the COVID-19 situation extremely carefully including the latest guidance in the UK and across our international network.
As a result, we have taken the difficult decision to delay restarting our Tobago service. We hope to resume flights soon and please keep an eye on our website for further updates.
Last updated: 12 February 2021
You must check all requirements before heading to the airport.
There are currently no COVID-19 travel restrictions in place.
There are currently no COVID-19 travel restrictions in place.
It will be your personal choice to wear a face mask onboard. Masks remain available for anyone still wishing to wear one during the flight.
Your passport must be valid for the duration of your stay in the UK.
If you have a connecting flight please ensure you check the entry requirements for your final destination as many countries still have Covid-19 measures in place.
USA alerts and entry requirements correct as of 16:30 GMT on Tuesday 02 November 2021
With the brilliant news that the US is reopening, our call centres are experiencing extraordinarily high call volumes, which is making waiting times much longer than usual. You can rebook an open ticket or travel voucher online by clicking here.
There are currently no urgent travel alerts for the USA.
Always check travel advice for the country you're travelling to, even if you're returning home.
Please read all the latest Requirements to enter the USA
The Biden administration has confirmed that the United States will reopen its borders for fully vaccinated international visitors from Monday 8 November.
The US Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) website has been updated with the entry requirements from 8 November.
Unless you're a US Citizen, Permanent Resident, or close family member (spouse, sibling, parent, guardian) you won't be permitted entry into the USA from the UK. This includes customers in transit.
Non-US citizens who have been in, or transited India in the last 14 days will not be permitted entry to the USA unless holding a valid F-1 or M-1 student visa and intending to begin or continue an academic program commencing August 1, 2021 or later. To be eligible for travel, students meeting above criteria then must book onto Virgin Atlantic services via the Delta website.
From Monday 8 November, fully vaccinated international visitors will be permitted entry into the United States. Limited exemptions to the vaccination requirement apply including children under 18.
Please ensure all regular entry requirements, such as an ESTA where applicable, are adhered to.
All customers aged 2 and over are required to present evidence of a negative PCR, LAMP or Antigen test taken no more than 3 days before departure. Pre-departure tests for the US can be at-home/remote, providing it’s via a telehealth service affiliated with the test manufacturer (i.e. video-observed) or administered in-person by a health professional
From 08 November, If travelling with a fully vaccinated adult, an unvaccinated child (17 years and under) can test within 3 days prior to departure. If an unvaccinated child is travelling alone or with unvaccinated adults, they will have to test within 1 day of departure.
Please see the CDC’s FAQ for answers to questions about the requirement for proof of negative COVID-19 test or recovery from COVID-19 when arriving in the United States.
Find out how to book your Covid-19 tests
Digital Passenger Disclosure and Attestation form
It is a legal requirement that all customers aged 2 years or older, travelling by air from the UK to the USA, must complete a Passenger Disclosure and Attestation form. This also includes any customers connecting through the USA. Parents or guardians may complete forms for passengers aged 2 to 17 years old.
You may complete the attestation form within 72 hours of your travel to the U.S. Please ensure this is completed before you get to the airport, as it will be checked by our Airport staff and you will not be permitted to travel without it.
To make this as easy as possible, you can now fill in the attestation form online. For those customers travelling on Virgin Atlantic operated flights connecting through the UK to the USA, you will need to complete the form before you board the first sector of your journey to the USA.
Digital Passenger Disclosure and Attestation form
From Monday 8 November, visitors aged 18 and above will be required to show proof of vaccination in order to be permitted travel. To be considered fully vaccinated, 14 days must have passed since your single dose vaccine or second dose of a 2-dose series.
The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has determined that for purposes of travel to the United States, vaccines accepted will include the following FDA approved or authorized and World Health Organization (WHO) emergency use listed (EUL) vaccines.
Single dose: Janssen/J&J
2 dose series: Pfizer-BioNTech, Moderna, AstraZeneca, Covishield, BIBP/Sinopharm & Sinovac.
Accepted proof of vaccination includes the NHS COVID Pass, EU Digital COVID Certificate and original CDC vaccination record card. Non verifiable records must include the following.
Quarantine requirements may be enforced and can vary depending on the state you’re travelling to. Please check the requirements of the local state you're arriving in before you travel.
For State recommendations or requirements, please visit State & Territorial Health Department Websites or Travel and Tourism Information
From 08 November, fully vaccinated travellers and unvaccinated foreign nationals under the age of 18 do not have to self-quarantine on arrival.
Your passport must be valid for the duration of your stay.
Customers cannot currently travel to the USA on an ESTA.
Non-US citizens who have been in, or transited India in the last 14 days will not be permitted entry to the USA unless holding a valid F-1 or M-1 student visa, and intending to begin or continue an academic program commencing August 1, 2021 or later. To be eligible for travel, students meeting above criteria then must book onto Virgin Atlantic services via the Delta website.
These rules will change from Monday 8 November when fully vaccinated visitors will be permitted entry into the US.
For more information, please visit U.S. Embassy & Consulates and Travel.State.Gov
From 08 November only US citizens, US nationals, US Lawful Permanent Residents, and Immigrants will be permitted travel if unvaccinated.
A limited number of exceptions where a non-US citizen who is not fully vaccinated can travel to the US can be found here.
All customers aged 2 and over are required to present evidence of a negative PCR, LAMP or Antigen test taken no more than 3 days before departure. Self-tests must be FDA approved and include a telehealth service for remote supervision via video call.
From 08 November, the pre departure testing timeframe will reduce for unvaccinated customers. From this date you will be required to present evidence of a negative Covid-19 test (including lateral flow antigen or PCR) taken no more than 1 day before departure.
If travelling with a fully vaccinated adult, an unvaccinated child (17 years and under) can test within 3 days prior to departure. If an unvaccinated child is travelling alone or with unvaccinated adults, they will have to test within 1 day of departure.
Find out how to book your Covid-19 tests
Digital Passenger Disclosure and Attestation form
It is a legal requirement that all customers aged 2 years or older, travelling by air from the UK to the USA, must complete a Passenger Disclosure and Attestation form. This also includes any customers connecting through the USA. Parents or guardians may complete forms for passengers aged 2 to 17 years old.
You can complete the attestation form within 72 hours of your travel to the U.S. A paper form will be available to download online or you can complete this on the day at the airport.
There is no current requirement for Covid-19 testing on arrival.
From 08 November, unvaccinated non-US citizens who are exempt from the vaccination requirement will need to take a Covid-19 test 3 – 5 days after arrival.
Quarantine requirements may be enforced and can vary depending on the state you’re travelling to. Please check the requirements of the local state you're arriving in before you travel.
For State recommendations or requirements, please visit State & Territorial Health Department Websites or Travel and Tourism Information
From 08 November, unvaccinated foreign nationals will be required to self-quarantine for 7 days. Self-quarantine does not apply to unvaccinated foreign nationals under the age of 18.
Your passport must be valid for the duration of your stay.
Customers cannot currently travel to the USA on an ESTA
Non-US citizens who have been in, or transited India in the last 14 days will not be permitted entry to the USA unless holding a valid F-1 or M-1 student visa, and intending to begin or continue an academic program commencing August 1, 2021 or later. To be eligible for travel, students meeting above criteria then must book onto Virgin Atlantic services via the Delta website.
For more information, please visit U.S. Embassy & Consulates and Travel.State.Gov
By law, all customers visiting the USA aged two and above must always wear a face covering during their time at the airport and onboard the aircraft.
If you’re not wearing a face mask at any stage, or you refuse to wear a face covering, you won't be allowed to travel and criminal or civil action will be taken against you.
Exemptions:
Some states may require you to download a specific app to your mobile device. Please check with the local state before you travel.