Almost everyone loves to explore the natural and man-made splendours of the world by going on international trips. We are sure you are no exception. But these dream trips came to a halt when the Coronavirus hit numerous countries across the world in late 2019. To ensure our and others’ safety, most countries decided to stop allowing international travellers to enter with the aim to stop the spread of this contagious virus. And we spent most of our days in lockdown! Well, we know you are missing your international trips big time! So, here’s some good news for you.
There are quite a few countries around the world that are now allowing international tourists to enter and enjoy the attractions there. Of course, there are still a few criteria that you must meet to get access to these countries in this Covid-19 pandemic scenario. Besides checking the basic requirements like a valid passport, a visa and flight tickets and hotel accommodation, make sure you also abide by the travel safety tips during Covid to safeguard yourself and others as well.
Here we have created a list of some of the top countries that have opened tourism for Indians. Read on to know about them and the criteria you would need to fulfil to enter there.
The land of tropical beaches, mesmerising natural wonders and great adventures, Costa Rica is on the international travel 2021 wishlist of many. If you are one of them, you can plan a trip to Costa Rica now as it is open for international tourists. Just one condition to be met. You have to fill the Health Pass Form to get the allowance to go there. A great advantage is that you won’t need to spend 14 days of your trip in quarantine here if you don’t make a break journey.
Did you miss your Mauritius international travel during lockdown? In that case, now is the time when you can make it happen! Just bring your negative PCR test report which must be taken within 5 to 7 days before boarding your flight to Mauritius. If you are not vaccinated yet, don’t worry! You would just need to undergo quarantine for 14 days at a pre-booked government recognised accommodation and then, you are free to enjoy the tourist attractions here. One more thing, on arrival, you have to get yourself tested negative again.
Make your overseas travel 2021 plan to the country of age-old pyramids and mummies and get ready to explore some splendours of bygone times. But for that, you need to give your Covid-19 negative test report. For your information, you must not submit the report of a PCR test that was conducted 72 hours before the time of arrival. If done so, it will be considered invalid. Having said so, once you arrive, you need not stay in quarantine here. So, that’s a great plus!
South Africa has also made its domestic and international flights operational for residents and tourists alike. Whether you are travelling solo, with your partner or with a group, each member who is above 5 years of age needs to provide a negative Covid-19 report. Not to forget that it must be conducted not before 72 hours from the time of travelling from India. Also, submit the filled-in “Traveller Health Questionnaire” within 2 days before departure. Once you have fulfilled these requirements, you can enjoy the wonders of South Africa from day 1 without staying in quarantine.
When we think of an international tourist archipelago in Asia, the first name that pops in our mind is Maldives. You can enjoy the beauty of Maldives beaches and much more if you carry a negative RT-PCR test report along. Also, you gotta fill a health declaration form and submit it on the Maldives Immigration Portal. If these are provided, you won’t need to halt for 14 days in quarantine. Now, a reminder! Make sure you submit the health declaration form 24 hours before travelling from India via international flights.
You can tick off Thailand from your travel list now as it has opened tourism for Indians. To visit this paradise for beach lovers, however, you should submit the Covid-19 negative test report taken within 72 hours before departure. And after reaching the country, you will be again tested during your quarantine period of 14 days. Here’s an important fact. You must book a government accommodation facility for 14 days in advance for your quarantine period.
Whether for study, work, or a holiday, if you are planning your international travel to France, you have to present the Green Pass certificate proving your vaccination with any European Medicines Agency authorised vaccine. There’s another way! You can provide a negative PCR test report conducted within 72 hours before departure from India. Even a rapid antigen test report within 48 hours before departing will do.
For your 2021 international travel, choose to explore the magnificent landscapes in this landlocked country. But, you must provide some necessary documents to get access to this famous tourist destination. A negative PCR test report, followed by a vaccination certificate. Your PCR test must be taken within 3 days from the date of arrival. You can also go for a rapid antigen test and in this case, it must be taken within 48 hours before entering the country. If you were infected by Coronavirus before, you have to submit a certificate proving your complete recovery from the virus. That being said, you don’t have to undergo quarantine while visiting Switzerland.
An exotic tourist location studded with islands and beaches, Greece is now open for you. So, after a prolonged lockdown, you can make your essential international travel to Greece by meeting certain criteria. Submit a PCR negative test result that you have received within 72 hours of arrival. Secondly, you must give a Green Pass certificate proving completion of vaccination. Remember, after your second vaccine dose, at least 14 days must have passed before the date in which you are seeking entry to Greece. And if you are fully vaccinated, you are free to explore Greece without staying in quarantine.
A dream destination for football lovers, Spain is also open for visits now with certain required criteria. In case you are planning your international travel in 2021 to Spain, here’s what you need to do. Either you provide approved certificates of full vaccination course under the Green Pass scheme or a negative RT-PCR test document. If you are submitting the latter, make sure it is conducted 72 hours before departure to Spain. Although Spain asks travellers from some countries to stay in quarantine, Indian tourists are exempt from this restriction!
On that note, make sure you also check the vaccine variants that are being accepted in each country and get yourself jabbed with any of those vaccines. Also, check the respective embassy of the country to which you are travelling so that you know the latest guidelines. With everything being said, here are some tips to book international flight online during the Covid-19 period to make your flight bookings convenient. Done with all the important requirements? Now make your move to the desired destination and travel like a free bird!
