COVID: List of countries that allow travel for fully vaccinated Indians with no quarantine

With introduction of COVID-19 vaccines worldwide, more and more countries are opening up to travel, eliminating travel restrictions to a large extent. While most only allow fully vaccinated travellers, some allow unvaccinated travellers as long as y follow all safety requirements. Globally, almost 6 billion individuals have been vaccinated, according to a WHO report, with India ministering 95.89cr doses.

So, if you have h all of your vaccinations and want to know about countries that allow fully vaccinated Indians without having to go through quarantine, here's a list that will make planning an international trip a breeze.

United States

United States will reopen in November to air travellers who are completely vaccinated against COVID-19 from 33 nations, including India, China, Brazil, and most of Europe, White House announced on September 20th, lifting stringent pandemic-related restrictions that began early last year. US will accept fully vaccinated air travellers from 26 Schengen countries in Europe, including France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Switzerland, and Greece, as well as United Kingdom, Ireland, China, India, South Africa, Iran, and Brazil. COVID-19 Response Coordinator for White House Jeff Zients did not specify a start date for new regulations or than "early November." He ded that many aspects of new policy are still being worked out.

Switzerland

In June, government abolished its travel ban and opened its doors to Indian tourists, making it first country to do so. Indians who have been fully vaccinated with WHO-recognized vaccines are no longer required to be confined after y arrive in Switzerland. Vaccination is not required for children under age of 18. All visa categories are now being accepted by Swiss Embassy in New Delhi for visitors travelling from third countries such as India who can demonstrate that y have been completely vaccinated. For all application s, a previous appointment is required. VFS Global Services Pvt. Ltd. has locations in Delhi, Mumbai, Pune, Kolkata, Bangalore, Chennai, Cochin, and Hyderab that are open and accepting visa applications. 

Maldives

Celebs' favourite and most popular holiday destination among Indians was banned due to COVID-19, but now you can visit without being quarantined if you are completely vaccinated and have a negative report no older than 96 hours before arriving in country.

Cana

Cana has permitted direct flights to and from India from September 21 and has lifted third-country RT-PCR requirement that Indian travellers were subjected to when flying to Cana on a layover aircraft. After travellers with pre-travel negative RT-PCR certifications returned positive tests on arrival, Cana halted all flights from India months ago.

Thailand

Thailand now allows fully vaccinated Indians to travel and has implemented a "Visa On Arrival" programme for Indians from October 1. Not only India, but from October 1, 2021, 18 nations will be able to apply for Visa on Arrival at any international airport in Thailand. To enter Thailand, you must apply for a Certificate of Entry (COE), which is granted by Thai Embassy or Consulate, according to reports.

United Kingdom

Beginning October 11, United Kingdom's government has eased travel restrictions for Indians. New travel rules allow Indians who have been completely vaccinated with India-me vaccine Covishield to enter UK without having to undergo a 10-day required quarantine. UK government has previously expressed concerns over vaccination certification, stating that passengers from India who h received Covishield vaccine would be required to self-quarantine for ten days upon arrival. Covishield and vaccine certificate have now been approved by government. As of October 11, Indians who have received Covishield vaccine will not be required to enter quarantine when y arrive in England.

Turkey

Last month, Turkey stated that fully vaccinated travellers aged 12 and up, or those who h spent previous 14 days in India, would no longer be subject to statutory 14-day quarantine regulation, effective September 1st. "This exemption covers vaccines that have been certified by WHO or Turkish government," Culture and Tourism Office of Embassy of Republic of Turkey in India said. In dition to WHO-approved vaccines, Turkish government has approved Pfizer-BioNTech, Sputnik V, and Sinovac vaccines. Indian travellers who are vaccinated with Covishield will also be allowed to travel to Turkey. Once, Covaxin gets a nod from WHO, travellers vaccinated with same will also be able to visit Turkey.

Germany

German government has eliminated all travel restrictions for Indian citizens. Indians aged 12 and up would now be permitted for all purposes. You must, however, here to certain guidelines, such as providing proof of vaccination, a negative test result, or proof of recovery from COVID-19. Vaccination certificates for travellers who were vaccinated with Covishied in India, according to reports, must include date of birth or passport number. It will not be sufficient to refer to Ahar number.

Italy 

Indians who are fully vaccinated with Covishield are now eligible for a Green Card, allowing m to travel to Italy. After a meeting between Union Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya and his Italian counterpart, Roberto Speranza, Indian Embassy in Rome was confirmed on September 24. Previously, Comirnaty Pfizer, Moderna, Vaxzervria AstraZeneca, and Johnson & Johnson vaccines were recognised in Italy; now, Covishield has been included as well.

Kenya

Kenya, like or countries, allows Indian visitors to enter country without being quarantined. However, you must present a COVID negative certificate, which must be obtained 96 hours prior to departure. Visa applications can be submitted online. Moreover, Yellow fever vaccination is also required for all Indian visitors of all ages.

Nepal

Nepal, neighbouring country, has also abolished ban on Indians travellers. You can enter nation if you are fully vaccinated with Covishield and Covaxin. You must present last dose of your immunisation certificate, which must have been taken at least 14 days prior to your entry into country. If you intend to travel by ro, you will be issued a visa upon arrival and will be required to fill out an online departure form before beginning your journey. If you have not been vaccinated or are only partially vaccinated, you must submit an RT-PCR test report within 72 hours of entering country and will be quarantined.

UAE

In run-up to Expo 2020 in Dubai, which began on October 1, United Arab Emirates (UAE) stated that it will relax travel restrictions for 14 countries, including India, beginning on September 12 for those who have been completely vaccinated with World Health Organization-approved vaccines (WHO). organisers stated that y expect government's remaining aviation restrictions to be eliminated in time for Expo 2020. However, UAE's National Emergency Crisis and Disaster Management Authority announced on Twitter that permission from government is required and that numerous PCR testing will be run before entering nation.

France

France has recently relaxed travel restrictions, allowing fully vaccinated Indians to visit nation without being quarantined. Indians who have not been vaccinated or who have been partially vaccinated must demonstrate a negative RT-PCR test 72 hours before leaving for France and will be quarantined for 10 days after y arrive.

Spain

Indian nationals who are fully vaccinated and have a valid long-stay visa, health professionals, students, highly qualified workers, people travelling for essential family reasons, diplomatic and consular personnel, transport personnel, and people who can prove y are travelling for absolutely necessary reasons are all allowed to enter Spain, according to Schengen Visa Info. Covishield-vaccinated Indians are allowed, whereas Covaxin-vaccinated Indians are not. At moment, only Delhi centre is processing visa applications. Travellers from India must have a Schengen visa or apply for a Spanish visa using BLS international online visa application centre.

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