For Vistara operated flights to Dubai from India, please note the following eligibility guidelines as on date:

Applicable for:

• UAE nationals
• ICA approved UAE residents. (Federal Authority for Identity and Citizenship)
• Any Indian national or national of Nepal or Bhutan destined for UAE or any country in South America or Africa only and holding a valid visa of the destination country

Only the following categories of passengers will be allowed entry to Dubai:

• Holders of all types of visas i.e., newly issued Employment visa, newly issued residency visa, newly issued short/long stay visa, newly visit visa are permitted to travel to Dubai whether vaccinated or not vaccinated & do not require GDRFA or ICA Approval
• UAE Residents provided they are vaccinated if they are above 16. The following requirements shall be complied with for vaccinated residents:
  • The vaccine is approved for use by WHO
  • They have taken full vaccination doses
  • They hold an entry permit issued by ICA or GDRFA as applicable

UAE residents non-vaccinated limited to the following categories:

• Medical staff working in the UAE including Doctors, Nurses & medical technicians
• Staff in the educational sector in the UAE and teachers working in schools, universities, and other education institutions
• Students currently studying in the UAE
• Humanitarian cases (Reuniting families with valid resident visas)
• Staff of UAE Federal and local government and authorities
• Continuing medical therapy in the UAE
• They hold an entry permit issued by ICA or GDRFA as applicable
• An exemption is also extended to the following categories of passengers from the requirement of mandatory PCR test or GDRFA pre-approval prior to travelling to Dubai, from all destinations:
  1. The inbound passengers escorting the 1st degree UAE nationals’ relative.
  2. Domestic labor escorting a UAE national sponsor during travel, given that they are traveling on the same flight with the relative or sponsor.
• UAE residents with golden or silver residency permits.
• “Return Permit for Resident outside UAE form” which is issued to the passenger(s) from the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs (GDRFA).
• All UAE residents who have a Dubai-issued residence visa must obtain GDRFA approval before travelling. Please click here.
• Passengers holding other emirates-issued resident visas are permitted to enter Dubai after obtaining approval from the Federal Authority for Identity and Citizenship (ICA). Please click here.
• Expo 2020 international participants, Expo 2020 exhibitors, and personnel sponsored by Expo 2020 organizers whether vaccinated or not vaccinated.
• UAE Visitor Visa provided they are vaccinated if they are above 16. The following requirements shall comply:
  • The vaccine is approved for use by WHO
  • They have taken full vaccination doses
• UAE Visitor Visa Who are not vaccinated. The following requirements shall comply:
  • 10 days quarantine and complete a PCR test upon arrival followed by two other PCR tests on the 4th & 8th Day after arrival.
• Visitor visa holders, return ticket, and travel insurance is mandatory.
• Indian Nationals can obtain a visa on arrival (VOA) to enter Dubai, provided they comply with the following:       
• Passenger must have a visitor visa, or a green card issued by the United States or passengers is holding a Residence Permit issued by the United Kingdom or European Union.
• The holders of a valid visa issued by the United States, United Kingdom, or European Union with a minimum validity period of 6 months.
• Passengers must carry a negative PCR certificate in printed form, from a government-approved laboratory in India (ICMR) or a certified designated laboratory which is available on https://www.icmr.gov.in/, issued no more than 48 hours before departure. The certificate issued shall be duly signed and stamped by relevant authorities and must only be in English or Arabic. Handwritten certificates shall not be permitted. 48 hours is calculated from the time of sample collection.
• The negative PCR certificate held by the passengers must have a QR code on it linking it to their original test report and must have the date and time of sample collection and the test result mentioned accurately. Passengers holding a negative PCR certificate without a QR code shall be denied boarding at the origin station.
• Note: Children under 12 years are exempted from the pre-COVID test.
• Passengers are also mandatorily required to undergo a Rapid PCR test report that should be based on molecular diagnostic testing intended for the qualitative detection of nucleic acid for SARS-COV-2 viral RNA; conducted at the departure airport prior to six (6) hours of departure, and a second PCR test will also be conducted upon arrival in Dubai.
• UAE nationals are not required to conduct PCR test before arriving at DXB/DWC, PCR test on arrival only.
• All customers must download the COVID-19 Dubai Smart App and generate a QR code on their device before entering Dubai. Click to download – Android and iOS versions of the app.

When Transiting Dubai, please note the below requirement:

• Any Indian national or national of Nepal or Bhutan destined to any country in South America or Africa only and holding a valid visa of the destination country.
• All passengers transiting Dubai, must carry a negative PCR certificate in printed form, from a government-approved laboratory in India (ICMR) or a certified designated laboratory which is available on https://www.icmr.gov.in/, issued no more than 72 hours before departure of the last direct flight to Dubai or less as per the requirements of the final destination. The certificate issued shall be duly signed and stamped by relevant authorities and must only be in English or Arabic. Handwritten certificates shall not be permitted. 72 hours is calculated from the time of sample collection.

When travelling to UAE, please note the below requirement:

“OK To Board” message is not required for the following categories of passengers for travel to UAE:

• Passengers holding valid resident permits or passports stamped with Resident Visa.
• Passengers eligible for “Visa on Arrival” irrespective of nationality.
• Passengers travelling with a print-out of Business and Tourist e-Visa.

“Ok To Board” message is mandatory for the below categories:

• All passengers holding ECR (Immigration Check Required) passport.
• All passengers travelling with a print-out of labour and work e-visa.

Protector of Emigrants (POE)

• Employment visa is valid for 90 days from the date of issue. Indian Citizens travelling on this visa with ECR (Emigration Check Required) stamp on the Passport must carry a valid Protector of Emigrants (POE) letter.

Please note that Vistara operates from Terminal 1. 

For Vistara operated flights to London from India, please note the following eligibility guidelines as on date:

• Passengers are requested to check the link for all travel-related information.

Applicable for:

• Stranded UK nationals/residents, foreign nationals transiting through UK or spouses of these persons, whether accompanying or otherwise.
• Seamen holding Indian passports would be allowed subject to clearance from the Ministry of Shipping.
• Any Indian national holding any type of valid UK visa and destined for the UK only.
• For more details, please click here.

Before you travel to the UK, please note the below guidelines:

• If you qualify as fully vaccinated (read more about it here), then you do not need to take a COVID-19 test before you travel to the UK.
• If passengers are not fully vaccinated (read more about it here), then you must have a valid negative COVID-19 (NAAT: PCR or LAMP, or antigen) test result in English, French, or Spanish. The test must be taken 2 days before departure of the last direct flight to the United Kingdom. This requirement applies to all passengers taking a COVID-19 test.
• Exemption COVID-19 test does not apply to passengers younger than 11 years old.
• Passengers must book and pay for a COVID-19 testing package prior to travel.
• Passengers need to fill the passenger locator form 48 hours before arrival.
• Different rules apply for vaccinated and unvaccinated passengers. Please click here to know more details.
• Passengers including residents are required to complete a public health passenger locator form online before departure to the UK. The form must be submitted a maximum of 48 hours before arrival in the UK. Passengers must show either a printed copy or an online copy of the form on their phone at the UK border.

On arrival in the UK, please note the below guidelines:

• Different rules apply for vaccinated and unvaccinated passengers. Please click here to know more details.
• Passengers are recommended to wear masks on public transportation.

Passengers can book their RT-PCR and Antigen Lateral Flow tests at an exclusive discounted price by using the code "VISTARA43" for their arrival/departure into/from the UK. On clicking this link, passengers will be redirected to a third-party website https://covid.randox.com/ (“Website”) for booking their tests. The access/use of the Website will be subject to and any information you will provide will be governed by the terms and conditions of the Website (including relating to data privacy, etc.). TATA SIA Airlines Limited cannot control or be held responsible for the access/use of the Website, any services provided through the Website, or any content available on the website.

Please note: All departures and arrivals to and from India will be at Terminal 3 of Heathrow Airport.

Vistara operates VTL (Vaccinated Travel Lane) flights only.

Only the following categories of passengers will be allowed entry to Singapore:

1. Stranded nationals/residents of Singapore.
2. Any Indian national holding any type of valid visa from Singapore.
3. Foreign nationals holding valid Singapore visas.
4. Passengers travelling on flights from India to Singapore should be destined for Singapore only. Similarly, only passengers originating from Singapore should be allowed to travel on flights from Singapore to India.
5. Please refer to the link to check the travel eligibility: https://safetravel.ica.gov.sg/arriving/overview.

Note: Construction, Marine-Shipyard and Process (CMP) S-Pass and Work Permit Holders, and other dormitory-bound work pass holders will not be allowed to make new Vaccinated Travel Pass (VTP) applications to enter Singapore. This does not apply to Malaysians and female work pass holders.

Those who submit VTP applications after 4 Dec 2021, 23:59 hours will have their VTPs cancelled. Passengers without a valid ALE or a VTP will be denied entry into Singapore.

Requirements for passengers travelling to Singapore on VTL (Vaccinated Travel Lane) flights:

1. Passengers must not have any travel history outside of Singapore and/or VTL or Category I countries/regions in the past 14 days to be eligible for the VTL flights.
2. Any time spent in Singapore prior to travelling to a VTL country counts towards these 14 days. E.g. if you are based in Singapore and travel to Germany (VTL country), you do not need to spend 14 days in Germany and can return to Singapore on a VTL flight anytime.
3. Please note that you can visit multiple VTL or Category I countries/regions on the same trip and still be eligible for VTL flights.
4. Transit countries are considered part of your travel history. You will not be eligible for a VTL flight if you have transited through a non-VTL country within the past 14 days.
5. Short-term visitors and Long-Term Pass holders must apply for a Vaccinated Travel Pass (VTP) online between 7 and 60 days prior to their intended date of entry into Singapore. Children aged 12 and below (as of calendar year) do not need to apply for a VTP.
6. Singapore citizens and permanent residents are not required to apply for a Vaccinated Travel Pass (VTP) . However, if vaccinated overseas, they are encouraged to submit their overseas vaccination certificates in their health declaration during the SG Arrival Card submission for a smoother immigration process.
7. Permanent residents must also ensure they hold a valid re-entry permits.

Entry Requirements on VTL (Vaccinated Travel Lane) Flights:

1. Passengers must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 with any vaccine in the World Health Organisation (WHO) Emergency Use List. Please find the list of Vaccine Approved by Singapore - https://safetravel.ica.gov.sg/health/vtsg#acceptedvaccines

a. To be considered fully vaccinated*, you require two shots of an approved vaccine, or one shot of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine.

b. Mixing of approved vaccines is accepted.

c. The final dose must be completed at least 14 days prior to arrival in Singapore.

d. You must provide a vaccination certificate in English issued by Singapore or the VTL country**. All vaccination certificates must be digitally certifiable (i.e., contains a QR code for verification).

e. Children aged 12 and below (as of calendar year) are exempted from these vaccination requirements. However, they must be accompanied by a fully vaccinated passenger on the VTL flight.

2. Passenger on a VTL flight entering Singapore will be required to take two COVID-19 PCR tests:

a. A professionally administered ART or PCR test within 48 hours of flight departure. All pre-departure test result memos must state:

i. Passenger’s name

ii. Either date of birth or passport number as stated in the passport

iii. Date and time where the test was taken, as well as the name of the testing institution

iv. Negative test result in English

b. An on-arrival test at Changi Airport is required. Passengers may also pre-book and pay on - https://safetravel.changiairport.com/#/

c. Infants aged 2 and below (as of calendar year) will be exempted from all Covid-19 tests. VTL passengers who have taken an on-arrival COVID-19 test within 2 days of their return VTL flight to Singapore are also exempted.

Residents of Singapore, the EU, Switzerland, or the UK who were previously unvaccinated and had recovered from a past COVID-19 infection are considered fully vaccinated if they have received at least one dose of an approved vaccine. Such passengers will be required to provide an EU or National Health Service (NHS) recovery certificate from Covid-19, or a discharge memo issued in Singapore.

Requirements for short-term visitors on VTL flights:

1. 1.Short-term visitors must purchase travel insurance, with a minimum coverage of S$30,000 for COVID-19-related medical treatment and hospitalization costs, prior to travel to Singapore.
2. 2.All visitors must use the Trace Together app (https://www.tracetogether.gov.sg/) in Singapore to facilitate contact tracing. After leaving Singapore, the TraceTogether app data must be kept for 21 days.
3. 3.If any VTL requirements are not met, Singapore citizens and permanent residents must serve a seven or 10-day Stay Home Notice (SHN) upon arrival, depending on their travel history

Register for Safe Travel Concierge (https://safetravel.changiairport.com/#/) and tick the “I'm travelling on a VTL” box to view a checklist of pre-travel requirements. You can also access e-services and forms such as the SG Arrival Card/e-Health Declaration Card, and pre-book and pay for your on-arrival COVID-19 PCR test. The forms can be completed, and PCR test booked up to three days in advance. Remember to have a valid vaccination certificate on hand too.

For Vistara operated flights to Dhaka from India, please note the following eligibility guidelines as on date:

The following categories of passengers will be allowed entry into Dhaka:

1. Bangladeshi Nationals
2. Non-Bangladeshi Nationals holding any type of valid and/or pre-approved visa

Passengers in possession of tourist visas shall not be allowed to travel to Bangladesh till further notice.

Passengers must carry a negative PCR certificate in printed form from a government-approved laboratory in India (ICMR) or a certified designated laboratory which is available on https://www.icmr.gov.in/ issued no more than 48 hours before departure of the last direct flight to Dhaka. The certificate issued shall be duly signed and/or stamped by relevant authorities. 48 hours is calculated from the time of sample collection.

The negative PCR certificate held by the customer must have a QR code on it linking it to their original test report and must have the date and time of sample collection and the test result mentioned accurately. Passengers holding a negative PCR certificate without a QR code shall be denied boarding at the origin station. The certificate must be available in printed form to submit to health authorities upon arrival and shall be in English only, handwritten certificates are not permitted.

Note: Children under the age of 12 years are exempted from pre-departure COVID-19 test,

All passengers need to fill the Health Card click here and print the same and show this at the time of check-in.

Quarantine Obligation

a. Vaccinated with COVID-19 vaccine – Passengers who are fully vaccinated with 14 days elapsing after 2nd dose of WHO approved vaccine must carry an official proof of vaccination and no quarantine is required on arrival.

b. Not vaccinated, partially vaccinated, not approved by WHO, or those who have not completed 14 days after 2^nd dose to complete mandatory 14-day home quarantine.

Note: Passengers who are 18 years old travelling without vaccination can travel only with their family and observe the same health formalities.

Seamen shall be allowed to travel provided they are in possession of all necessary documents such as passport, CDC booklet, Guarantee letter, Ok to Board Letter and sign on to the ship maximum within 72 hours of their arrival.

c. Passengers who are originating, transiting from, or have visited Botswana, Botswana, Eswatini, Ghana, Lesotho, Namibia, South Africa and Zimbabwe within the last 14 days will have to complete a mandatory 14-day institutional quarantine at government nominated hotels at their own expense. RT-PCR test at passengers’ own expense will be carried out on 7^th and 14^th day of the quarantine period. Proof of hotel booking in Bangladesh shall be presented by the passenger(s) during check-in from the countries mentioned.

When travelling to Dhaka, please note the below requirement:

“OK To Board” message is not required for the following categories of passengers for travel to Dhaka:

• Passengers holding valid resident permits or passport stamped with Resident Visa.
• Passengers eligible for “Visa on Arrival” irrespective of nationality.
• Passengers travelling with a print-out of Business and Tourist e-Visa.

“Ok To Board” message is mandatory for the below categories:

• All passengers holding ECR (Immigration Check Required) passport.
• All passengers travelling with a print-out of labour and work e-visa.

Protector of Emigrants (POE)

• Employment visa is valid for 6 months from the date of issue. Indian citizens travelling on this visa with ECR (Emigration Check Required) stamp on the passport must carry a valid Protector of Emigrants (POE) Letter.

For Vistara operated flights to Doha from India, please note the following eligibility guidelines as on date:

Applicable for:

• Qatari nationals
• Any Indian national or national of Nepal or Bhutan destined for Qatar or any country in South America or Africa only and holding a valid visa of the destination country
• Foreign National destined for South America or Africa only and transiting through Qatar

Qatar has classified countries into different zones. For more details, click here.

General policy:

1. Citizens and residents can travel abroad at any time provided that the travel and return policy is adhered to when returning to Qatar.
2. Travelers are responsible for keeping up to date with changes to the travel and return policy through official sources before planning to travel to Qatar.
3. The Ministry of Public Health continuously checks and monitors travelers returning from abroad to maintain public health. Note that travelers may be subject to random testing upon arrival in Qatar.
4. Non-residents of Qatar must register via the pre-registration platform on www.ehteraz.gov.qa website and upload all relevant documents such as PCR test results, vaccine certificate,s and other relevant documents at least 3 days before arrival. Although pre-registration is optional for citizens and residents of Qatar, the Ministry of Public Health recommends that all individuals entering Qatar pre-register to ensure the best experience upon arrival in Qatar. 
5. Travelers should download the Ehteraz mobile application and activate it on their mobile phones using a local or international SIM card.  
6. All passengers must sign an undertaking and an acknowledgment form before arriving in Qatar. The form is available on the Ministry of Public Health website, pre-registration platform website (www.ehteraz.gov.qa)
7. Travelers must take a PCR test result at a medical center accredited by the health authorities in the country of departure. The test result must be negative and must be done 72 hours before arrival in Qatar.
8. Travelers should check the quarantine policy for detailed guidance according to the country of arrival classification, please click here.
9. Travelers must book the hotel quarantine package through Discover Qatar's website before travelling to Qatar.
10. Passengers must present an official vaccination certificate that includes the following information:

A. Name of the recipient as mentioned in their passport.

B. Vaccination date clearly written as 1st and/or 2nd dose.

C. Type/name of the vaccine.

D. Vaccine Lot Number (if available)

E. Official logo or stamp of the vaccination authority

Travelers who have recovered from COVID-19:

1. For citizens and residents of Qatar who have recovered from COVID-19 infection, or those from any GCC country who have recovered from the virus who have subsequently received at least one dose of a vaccine approved by the Ministry of Public Health, the immunity period for a person recovered from COVID-19 is 12 months starting from the 14th day of the date of recovery, or 14 days after receiving the vaccine dose in case of recovery.
2. Travelers recovered from COVID-19 in any GCC country must provide an official certificate confirming the previous COVID-19 infection and vaccination status. 

Group A: Qatari Citizens

Group B: Residents of Qatar and GCC citizens

Group C: Visitors to Qatar

When Transiting Doha, please note the below requirement:

• Any Indian national or national of Nepal or Bhutan destined to any country in South America or Africa only and holding a valid visa of the destination country.
• All passengers transiting through Qatar must have the mandatory pre-travel PCR test certificate valid for 72 hours of arrival to Qatar, and in case they require another PCR test for their onward destination, they can do so at Hamad International Airport.

When travelling to Doha, please note the below requirement: 

“OK To Board” message is not required for the following categories of passengers for travel to Doha:

• Passengers holding valid resident permits or passports stamped with Resident Visa.
• Passengers eligible for “Visa on Arrival” irrespective of nationality.
• Passengers travelling with a print-out of Business and Tourist e-Visa.

“Ok To Board” message is mandatory for the below categories:

• All passengers holding ECR (Immigration Check Required) passports.
• All passengers travelling with a print-out of labour and work e-visa.  

Protector of Emigrants (POE)

• Employment visa is valid for 6 months from the date of issue. Indian citizens travelling on this visa with ECR (Emigration Check Required) stamp on the passport must carry a valid Protector of Emigrants (POE) Letter.

For Vistara operated flights to and from Sharjah, please note the following guidelines as on date:

Applicable for:

• UAE nationals
• ICA approved UAE residents. (Federal Authority for Identity and Citizenship)
• Any Indian national or national of Nepal or Bhutan destined for UAE or any country in South America or Africa only and holding a valid visa of the destination country

Only the following categories of passengers will be allowed entry to Sharjah:

• Passengers with valid tourist visa vaccines which are approved by WHO and have completed 14 days after 2^nd dose are permitted to travel to Sharjah.
• Indian Passport holders with valid US Visa or valid Schengen Visa shall avail visa on arrival (VOA) facility at Sharjah airport only.
• Passengers must display vaccination certificate (final dose) approved by WHO, at the time of check in. For an approved application, see click here.
• Valid UAE resident visa holders who have obtained the required vaccination doses in the UAE/India (as approved by UAE authorities), who have completed 14 days after 2^nd dose, most upload on Federal Authority for Identity and Citizenship link https://smartservices.ica.gov.ae under Register Arrivals to get the QR Code issued by the website before arrival to Sharjah.
• Members of the medical force/staff including doctors, nurses, and medical technicians whether vaccinated or not vaccinated.
• Staff/employees of educational sector, including professors and teachers, those who teaches at universities, colleges, schools, and institutions in the UAE whether vaccinated or not vaccinated.
• Students who are currently studying the UAE whether vaccinated or not vaccinated.
• Those holding a valid approval, on humanitarian grounds and/or i.e., cases of family reunion whether vaccinated or not vaccinated.
• Diplomatic personnel between UAE and applicable countries, employees/staff of Local and Federal Government Entities whether vaccinated or not vaccinated.
• Those who are undergoing medical treatments in UAE whether vaccinated or not vaccinated.
• UAE residents with golden or silver residency permits whether vaccinated or not vaccinated.
• Expo 2020 international participants, Expo 2020 exhibitors and personnel sponsored by Expo 2020 organizers whether vaccinated or not vaccinated.
• It is mandatory for passengers arriving in the UAE to download and activate the UAE Fast Track app from the Apple Store or Google Play and ICA UAE Smart from the Apple Store or Google Play.
• Tourist visa holders, return ticket and travel insurance is mandatory.
• Passengers must carry a negative PCR certificate in printed form, from a government-approved laboratory in India (ICMR) or a certified designated laboratory which is available on https://www.icmr.gov.in/, issued no more than 48 hours before departure. The certificate issued shall be duly signed and stamped by relevant authorities and must only be in English or Arabic. Handwritten certificates shall not be permitted.48 hours is calculated from the time of sample collection. The negative PCR certificate held by the passengers must have a QR code on it linking it to their original test report and must have the date and time of sample collection and the test result mentioned accurately. Passengers holding a negative PCR certificate without a QR code shall be denied boarded at the origin station.
• Note: Children under 12 years are exempted from pre-COVID test.
• Passengers are also mandatorily required to undergo a rapid PCR test at least 6 hours before departure. In the absence of such method of testing, a RT-PCR test report will be accepted provided that it is conducted at the airport prior to 6 hours of departure and a negative result is received.
• All passengers must download and register on the ALHOSN App.

When Transiting Sharjah, please note the below requirement:

• Any Indian national or national of Nepal or Bhutan destined to any country in South America or Africa only and holding a valid visa of the destination country.
• All passengers transiting Sharjah, must carry a negative PCR certificate in printed form, from a government-approved laboratory in India (ICMR) or a certified designated laboratory which is available on https://www.icmr.gov.in/, issued no more than 72 hours before departure of the last direct flight to Sharjah or less as per the requirements of the final destination. The certificate issued shall be duly signed and stamped by relevant authorities and must only be in English or Arabic. Handwritten certificates shall not be permitted. 72 hours is calculated from the time of sample collection.

When travelling to UAE, please note the below requirement:

“OK To Board” message is not required for the following categories of passengers for travel to UAE:

• Passengers holding valid resident permit or passport stamped with Resident Visa.
• Passengers eligible for “Visa on Arrival” irrespective of nationality.
• Passengers travelling with a print-out of Business and Tourist e-Visa.

“Ok To Board” message is mandatory for the below categories:

• All passengers holding ECR (Immigration Check Required) passport
• All passengers travelling with a print-out of labour and work e-visa.

Protector of Emigrants (POE)

• Employment visa is valid for 90 days from the date of issue. Indian Citizens travelling on this visa with ECR (Emigration Check Required) stamp on the Passport must carry a valid Protector of Emigrants (POE) Letter.

For Vistara operated flights to and from Frankfurt, please note the following guidelines as on date:

Applicable for:

• Stranded nationals/residents of Germany, foreign nationals destined for EU/Schengen area, South America or Africa only and transiting through Germany or spouses of these persons, whether accompanying or otherwise;
• Any Indian national or national of Nepal or Bhutan destined for any country in EU/Schengen area, South America or Africa only and holding a valid visa of the destination country. It would be for the airlines concerned to ensure that there is no travel restriction for Indian/Nepalese/Bhutanese nationals to enter the destination country before issue of ticket/boarding pass to the Indian/Nepalese/Bhutanese passenger; and
• Seamen of foreign nationalities and Seamen holding Indian passports would be allowed subject to clearance from the Ministry of Shipping. Seamen should be destined for countries in the EU/Schengen area, South America or Africa only.

Entry regulations into and via Germany depend on the risk classifications for all countries as defined by the Robert-Koch-Institute (RKI). Please find the risk classification overview click here.

For current entry and travel restrictions, please click here. 

TOURISM IS NOW PERMITTED TO GERMANY

Entering Germany from High Incidence Areas and Risk Areas:

Residents of Non-EU countries are only permitted to enter Germany if they serve in an important role or if they have an urgent need to travel or if they are fully vaccinated.

No restrictions for travel to Germany for the below mentioned categories:

a) German citizens or members of their immediate family (spouses, children under 18, parents of children under 18).

b) EU citizens and citizens of Liechtenstein, Switzerland, Norway and Iceland and the members of their immediate family (spouses, children under 18, parents of children under 18).

c) Citizens of non-EU countries who have a current long-term residence permit from an EU or Schengen country and their immediate family members, as long as they comply with the passport and visa regulations.

d) First-time entry by citizens of non-EU countries, however, is only permitted if they prove that one of the above-mentioned exceptions to the entry restrictions applies to them, that is, if they are residents of a country who are allowed unrestricted entry into Germany, or if they are fully vaccinated, or if there is an urgent need for entry.

What constitutes an urgent need for travel?

Please click here to know more.

Which skilled and highly qualified foreign workers are permitted to enter Germany from a Non-European foreign country?

Please click here to know more.

Are apprentices, students, school pupils, au pairs, volunteers, trainees and participants in language courses and vocational training measures from outside of the European union allowed to enter Germany?

Please click here to know more.

Do people entering Germany have to go into quarantine?

Please click here to know more.

• Mandatory COVID-19 negative test result (digital or printed): Mandatory QR code RT-PCR test, taken within 72 hours before entry into Germany, or AntiGen test, taken within 48 hours before entering Germany.

Or

• Proof of vaccination (digital or printed): Completed vaccination* (*Passport Number or Date of Birth is mandatory) i.e. final dose has been given 14 days ago, the vaccine must be approved and is  mentioned here.
• Travelers must register here before departure.

In addition, for travelers entering from High Incidence Areas:

Passengers are required to enter a general 10-day quarantine. regulations in Germany i.e., 10 days quarantine but a COVID-19 test can be taken on the 5th day after arrival and if negative then quarantine can end.

Exceptions:

Passengers with proof of vaccination or immunity certificate as approved here:

Passengers with a negative test certificate in the following cases:

• For cross border commuters
• Stay outside Germany for less than 24 hours
• Family visit outside Germany
• After a business trip of less than 5 days
• For system-relevant professionals

Passengers can find more information on entry regulations and testing requirements on the website of the Federal Ministry of Health.

For information on entry restrictions and quarantine regulations in Germany, click here.

Transiting Germany from High Incidence Areas, Risk Areas, and Non-Risk Areas to any destination outside Germany:

Any Indian national or national of Nepal or Bhutan destined for any country in EU/Schengen area, South America or Africa only and holding a valid visa of the destination country.

When travelling from or to the Schengen area, you will need to leave the international transit area for example: From Delhi (outside Schengen) via Frankfurt (transit) to Madrid (Schengen area) or the other way.

All passengers (all nationalities) must provide one of the following medical certificates (in English) in addition to any destination country's entry requirements:

• Mandatory Negative COVID Test result (digital or printed): Mandatory QR code RT-PCR test, taken within 72 hours before entry into Germany, or AntiGen test, taken within 48 hours before entering Germany.
• Proof of Vaccination (digital or printed): Completed vaccination* (*Passport Number or Date of Birth is mandatory) i.e., final dose has been given 14 days ago, the vaccine must be approved as mentioned here.

Transfer from a Schengen country via Germany to non-Schengen destinations:

All passengers (all nationalities) older than 6 years must provide one of the following medical certificates (in English) in addition to any destination country's entry requirements:

• Negative COVID Test result (digital or printed): Mandatory QR code RT-PCR test, taken within 72 hours before entry into Germany, or AntiGen test, taken within 48 hours before entering Germany.
• Proof of Vaccination (digital or printed): Completed vaccination* (*Passport and Date of Birth is mandatory) i.e., final dose has been given 14 days ago, the vaccine must be approved as mentioned here.

Relaxations for travel to Switzerland:

Transit is possible via Germany. The Embassy of Switzerland in New Delhi is currently accepting all visa categories for persons arriving from third countries like India who can prove they have been fully vaccinated (only vaccinations approved by Switzerland, EU and WHO). Entry restrictions continue to apply for foreign nationals who are not fully vaccinated. For additional information please visit this link. 

Vistara operates from Terminal 2 at Frankfurt Airport. 

For Vistara operated flights to Male from India, please note the following eligibility guidelines as on date:

Following categories are allowed for travel from India to Male:

1. Tourists
2. Maldivian Nationals
3. Special Visa Holders
4. Business Visa Holders
5. Foreign diplomats and their accompanying family members
6. Crew of ships who arrive by air to sign on to a ship
7. Holders of a valid work permit or work visa
8. Expatriates with valid visa issued by Maldives Immigration

Guidelines for Tourists:

• All passengers travelling for the purpose of tourism must carry a negative PCR certificate in printed form, from a government-approved laboratory in India (ICMR) or a certified designated laboratory which is available on https://www.icmr.gov.in/, issued no more than 96 hours before departure from the first port of embarkation. The certificate issued shall be in English in print or electronic form during airline check-in and if required at arrival. Handwritten certificates shall not be permitted. 96 hours is calculated from the time of sample collection.
• The RT PCR certificate must contain name as per passport, name and address of the testing laboratory, type of test stated as PCR test, date of sample collection and result.
• Children below the age of 1 year are exempted from the pre-departure RT-PCR test.
• Passengers travelling for the purpose of tourism will be provided visa on arrival. Tourists must have a hotel reservation confirmation for the entire stay in a registered tourist facility.
• Tourists (excluding children who are not eligible of vaccination) intending to check-in or stay at tourist guesthouses in local islands must have completed the prescribed dose(s) of a COVID-19 vaccine (approved by the World Health Organization Emergency Use Listing (EUL) or the Maldives Food and Drug Authority and at least 14 days should have passed after the prescribed doses(s).
• Tourists intending to check-in at tourist guesthouses in local islands who have not completed the prescribed doses of a COVID-19 vaccine will be allowed to check-in at tourist guesthouses in local islands that comply to the following criteria:
  • At least 60% of the Tourist Guesthouse Island population eligible for vaccination have completed the prescribed doses of a COVID-19 vaccine and have surpassed 14 days after the prescribed doses.
  • At least 95% of staff in all tourist facilities of the Tourist Guesthouses Island have completed and surpassed 14 days after the prescribed dose.
  • At least 90% of resident population of the Tourist Guest Houses Island who are 65 years and above, have completed and surpassed 14 days after the recommended doses.
  • For list of resorts where you can stay as approved by Maldivian Health authority, please click here. 
  • Customers must be in possession of valid return ticket.

RT-PCR Guidelines for all passengers except tourists:

• All passengers including those who have completed the prescribed dose(s) of COVID-19 vaccine, must carry a negative PCR certificate in printed form, from a government-approved laboratory in India (ICMR) or a certified designated laboratory which is available on https://www.icmr.gov.in/, issued no more than 96 hours before departure from the first port of embarkation. The certificate issued shall be in English in print or electronic form during airline check-in and if required at arrival. Handwritten certificates shall not be permitted. 96 hours is calculated from the time of sample collection.
• The RT-PCR certificate must contain name as per passport, name and address of the testing laboratory, type of test stated as PCR test, date of sample collection and result.
• Children below the age of 1year are exempted from the pre-departure RT-PCR test.
• All arriving passengers and airline crew should complete and submit the online Traveler Health Declaration form available from Maldives Immigration website portal https://imuga.immigration.gov.mv/ 24 hours prior to their departure from Maldives.
• Passengers are required to present PCR Test results on arrival and should attach the applicable documents when completing the online Traveler Health Declaration form.

Quarantine Guidelines for all passengers except tourists:

Following passenger categories shall be required to undergo mandatory quarantine for 14 days in their place of residency or work. Additionally, they are required to obtain a COVID-19 negative PCR test result before they are released from quarantine:

1. Special Visa Holders whose duration of stay in Maldives shall be of more than 7 days
2. Business Visa Holders whose duration of stay in Maldives shall be of more than 7 days
3. Foreign diplomats and their accompanying family members
4. Maldivian Nationals
5. Work Visa (Employment Visa) holders*

The above-mentioned categories of passengers including accompanying children who cannot be vaccinated shall be exempted from quarantine if:

• They have completed recommended dose(s) of a COVID-19 vaccine (approved by World Health Organization Emergency Use Listing (EUL) or Maldives Food and Drug Authority), and at least 14 (fourteen) days have passed after the completion of the prescribed dose(s). Such passengers (including accompanying children) must do a PCR Test between 5 to 7 days after their arrival to the Maldives.
• They have tested and positive and recovered from a COVID-19 infection in the Maldives and travelling to the Maldives within 60 (sixty) days from the sample date of the COVID-19 positive PCR test result.

Work Visa Holders and their dependents from South Asian countries (Afghanistan, Pakistan, India, Nepal, Bhutan, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka) who do not meet the quarantine exemption criteria will be required to undergo mandatory quarantine for 14 days in a facility designated by the Health Protection Agency upon arrival into Maldives. Additionally, they are also required to undergo a PCR test between 48Hrs to 72Hrs of their arrival into the Maldives at their own cost and obtain a COVID-19 negative PCR Test result before they are released from quarantine.

Work Visa holders who are required to undergo mandatory quarantine must obtain confirmation of reservation at a designated quarantine facility prior to their travel to Maldives. Details regarding the designated quarantine facilities and quarantine guidelines applicable to such passengers will be announced by HPA.

The quarantine guidelines for Work Visa holders travelling from South Asia is available on HPA website.

Airline crew, ship crew and children and tourists staying at an approved tourist facility are exempted from the home quarantine requirement.

All departing passengers and airline crew must complete the online Traveler Health Declaration form for departure. The Health Declaration form for departure must be submitted before the time of departure but not exceed 24 hours before the time of departure. The online Traveler Health Declaration form is available from Maldives Immigration website portal.  

Book a government designated quarantine facility/hotel by clicking here.

For Vistara operated flights to Paris from India, please note the following guidelines as on date:

Only the following categories of passengers will be allowed entry to Paris:

1. Indian nationals who are eligible to travel to the EU/Schengen area, South America, and Africa.
2. All foreign nationals destined for the EU/Schengen area, South America, and Africa. Their dependents/spouses accompanied or otherwise.
3. Seamen of any foreign nationality destined for countries in the EU/Schengen area, South America, and Africa.
4. Seamen holding Indian passports are subject to clearance from the Ministry of Shipping and destined for countries as mentioned above.

To know the current classification of countries, please click here.

Passenger Locator Form

Mandatory for all passengers to fill the European Digital Passenger Locator Forms: https://app.euplf.eu/#/.

Guidelines apply for passengers aged 12 and older with the final destination as France:

1. No restrictions on entry to mainland France if you are vaccinated by the following vaccinations approved by the European Commission or the French National Agency for the Safety of Medicines and Health Products. To know the approved vaccinations, click here. 
2. The vaccination schedule is considered complete 28 days after the administration of one dose for the Janssen vaccine and 7 days after the administration of a second dose for the WHO authorized vaccines.

Vaccinated passengers (if the above guidelines are met) must furnish:

• Proof of vaccination status.
• A mandatory negative PCR/Antigen test was carried out less than 48 hours before departure.
• A sworn statement attesting to the absence of COVID-19 infection symptoms and contact with a confirmed COVID-19 case. To download the Sworn Statement, please click here. 
• The measures applied to vaccinated adults are extended under the same conditions to their accompanying minors, whether vaccinated or not.

Non-vaccinated or not approved vaccine (as per above guidelines) must provide:

• A compelling reason to enter metropolitan France. The indicative list of compelling reasons can be found on the certificate of international travel for metropolitan France, which can be downloaded here. 
• A mandatory negative PCR/Antigen test was carried out less than 48 hours before departure.
• A sworn statement attesting to the absence of COVID-19 infection symptoms and contact with a confirmed COVID-19 case. To download the sworn statement, please click here. 
• An undertaking to undergo an antigenic test or pathological test, which will be carried out on your arrival in mainland France; and an undertaking to self-isolate for ten days and an undertaking to undergo a virological screening test (PCR) at the end of the isolation period.
• COVID-19 test on arrival: Passengers aged 12 years and older will be subject to an antigenic test on arrival. In order to facilitate the tests on arrival, passengers are advised to fill out the online form.
• Regardless of the above, if you show symptoms of COVID-19 on arrival in France, you will be placed under quarantine or in an isolation facility.

IMPORTANT ADVISORY:

• Airport Transit Visa (ATV) for transit via France. 
• As of April 27, 2021, the French authorities have implemented new travel requirements. Passengers holding Indian passports must be in possession of a valid Airport Transit Visa (ATV) to transit via France for a final destination outside the Schengen Area.
• Without ATV passengers will not be permitted to board.

https://france-visas.gouv.fr/en_US/web/france-visas/airport-transit-visa

This does not apply to the following passengers:

• Nationals and residents of France.
• Nationals and residents of a European Union member state.
• Family members of nationals of a European Union member state, an EEA member state or Switzerland.
• Passengers holding a valid uniform visa, long-stay visa, or residence permit issued by a Schengen Area member state or Monaco.
• Passengers holding a valid residence permit issued by Ireland, Romania, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Andorra, Canada, United States, Japan, or San Marino.
• Passengers holding a valid visa issued by Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Ireland, Romania, or Canada, Japan, and the United States. In case of an inward journey, the exemption of ATV applies only if the airport of departure is based in the country has issued the visa.
• Holders of a diplomatic passport.
• Crew members holding a license issued in accordance with the Chicago Convention on International Civil Aviation.
• Passengers transiting through France require documents that meet the validity requirements for their final destination.
• Travel to France is strictly in compliance with the applicable entry conditions.
• For passengers in transit via France and with the final destination outside of France: the rules of the country of final destination apply.

For Vistara operated flights to Colombo from India, please note the following eligibility guidelines as on date:

Only the following categories of passengers will be allowed entry to Colombo:

• Sri Lankan citizens
• Dual citizens using Sri Lankan passports
• Resident Visa holders Only
• Indian Tourists only
• Business visa holders
• Sri Lankan seafarers

Procedures in relation to tourists traveling via Sri Lanka tourism

1. Please visit (https://www.srilanka.travel/helloagain/) for more details on Tourist Travel options.
2. Tourists arriving via Sri Lanka Tourism are allowed to move between Safe & Secure Certified Level 01 hotels in a Bio-Secure Travel Bubble and are allowed to visit approved cultural and heritage sites.

Pre-Departure Requirements in general for all passengers -

Proof of Vaccination (Certificate) – After 14 days period is lapsed

• Certificate must be English or certified copy in English for any information on the original which is not indicated in English.
• Certificate must have the name of vaccine and dates of vaccination.
• Other verifiable evidence of vaccinations, including electronic verification.

Pre-departure Covid-19 Test

• PCR test done within 72 hours prior to departure (applicable to 2 years and above in age).
• The PCR test result (negative) shall be in English or a certified translation of the document/test report with the original.
• Passengers with a history of COVID-19 infection with a verifiable report (diagnosis card or verifiable evidence or positive PCR/Rapid antigen test) during the past 03 months may submit a negative COVID-19 Rapid Antigen test report (in English) done within 48hrs prior to their departure flight.

Health Declaration Form

• Duly completed Health Declaration Form to be handed over to the Health Officer at the airport.
• Separate Health Declaration Forms for each child accompanying the traveler.

Post arrival requirements -

1. Fully Vaccinated Passengers

• For all fully vaccinated passengers (above 18 years of age) who arrive in Sri Lanka (All recommended doses of vaccination have been taken and 14 days have passed since the last dose of the vaccination till the date of arrival in Sri Lanka) shall be released from the airport without a Day 01/Arrival PCR test and no further Quarantine requirements.
• Non-vaccinated children (below 18 years of age):

Children of Tourists or Foreign National Parents:

a. Passengers (age 12 to 18) to obtain a PCR Test on Day 01/Arrival from:

1. The Ministry of Health Approved laboratory at BIA Katunayake or,
2. A Quarantine Hotel; or,
3. A Safe & Secure Level 1 Hotel

b. If the Day 01/ Arrival PCR Test is Negative, shall be released with their parents without further Quarantine.

Children of Sri Lankan/Dual Citizens/Resident Visa holder parents

a. Passengers (age 12 to 18) to obtain a PCR Test on Day 01/Arrival from:

1. The Ministry of Health Approved laboratory at BIA Katunayake; or,
2. A Quarantine Hotel; or,
3. A Quarantine Centre (Sri Lankan & Dual Citizens); or
4. A Safe & Secure Level 1 Hotel

b. If the Day 01/ Arrival PCR Test is Negative, shall be released with their parents without further quarantine.

c. Unvaccinated children below 12 years whose parents are fully vaccinated shall be released with their parents for home quarantine.

2. Non-Vaccinated Passengers or not received the recommended doses of the vaccination

a. The quarantine period for all Non-Vaccinated passengers entering Sri Lanka shall be a total of seven (07) Days at a Quarantine Centre/ Quarantine Hotel/ Safe & Secure Certified Level 1 Hotel depending on the travel category.

List of Designated Quarantine Hotel/Safe & Secure Certified Level 1 Hotel

https://srilanka.travel/helloagain/documents/Level1Hotels/Level1HotelListt.pdf

b. Tourists & Foreign Nationals –

a. Passengers (age 12 & above) to obtain a PCR Test on Day 01/Arrival from:

i. The Ministry of Health Approved laboratory at BIA Katunayake; or

ii. A Quarantine Hotel; or,

iii. A Safe & Secure Level 1 Hotel

b. Quarantine for 7 days at:

i. A Quarantine Hotel; or,

ii. A Safe & Secure Level 1 Hotel

c. If the Day 7 PCR Test/Rapid Antigen Test is Negative, shall be released from quarantine on Day 7.

c.  Sri Lankan/ Dual Citizens/ Resident Visa Holders –

a. Passengers (Age 12 & above) to obtain a PCR Test on Day 01/Arrival from:

i. The Ministry of Health Approved laboratory at BIA Katunayake; or,

ii. A Quarantine Centre (Sri Lankan Citizens & Dual Citizens); or,

iii. A Quarantine Hotel; or,

iv. A Safe & Secure Level 1 Hotel

b. Quarantine for 7 days at:

i. Home; or,

ii. A Quarantine Hotel; or

iii. A Quarantine Centre (Sri Lankan & Dual Citizens); or,

iv. A Safe & Secure Level 1 Hotel     

c. If the Day 7 PCR Test/Rapid Antigen Test is Negative, shall be released from Quarantine on Day 7.

3. Passengers arriving in Sri Lanka less than 14 Days of completion of recommended doses of vaccination

a. Tourists & Foreign Nationals –

a. Passengers (Age 12 & above) to obtain a PCR Test on Day 01/Arrival from:

i. The Ministry of Health Approved laboratory at BIA Katunayake; or,

ii. A Quarantine Hotel; or,

iii. A Safe & Secure Level 1 Hotel

b. Quarantine until completion of 14 Days of the final dose of vaccination OR completion of 07 days from the date of arrival in Sri Lanka; whichever comes first at:

i. A Quarantine Hotel; or,

ii. A Safe & Secure Level 1 Hotel

c. If the PCR/ Rapid Antigen Test is Negative on completion of 14 days of the final dose of vaccination OR completion of 07 days from the date of arrival in Sri Lanka; whichever comes first, shall be released from Quarantine.

b. Sri Lankan/ Dual Citizens/ Resident Visa Holders –

a. Passengers (age 12 & above) to obtain a PCR Test on Day 01/Arrival from:

i. The Ministry of Health Approved laboratory at BIA Katunayake; or,

ii. A Quarantine Centre (Sri Lankan Citizens & Dual Citizens); or,

iii. A Quarantine Hotel; or,

iv. A Safe & Secure Level 1 Hotel

b. Quarantine until completion of 14 Days of the final dose of vaccination OR completion of 07 days from the date of arrival in Sri Lanka; whichever comes first at:

i. Home; or,

ii. A quarantine Hotel; or,

iii. A Quarantine Centre (Sri Lankan Citizens & Dual Citizens); or

iv. A Safe & Secure Level 1 Hotel

c. If the PCR/ Rapid Antigen Test is Negative on completion of 14 days of the final dose of vaccination OR completion of 07 days from the date of arrival in Sri Lanka; whichever comes first, shall be released from Quarantine.

Additional Quarantine Note –

1. All passengers will be transported by Government Authorities or the relevant Hotel Management from the Airport to the place of Quarantine. (Designated Quarantine Hotel/Safe& Secure Certified Level 1 Hotel/Government Quarantine Centre).

2. If transferring from quarantine to home residence for home quarantine or hotel transfer (Fully Vaccinated Foreign Passport Holders), passengers must adhere to Ministry of Health Guidelines in force and shall not use any public transportation (bus service, trains etc.).

3. After discharge/free from quarantine, passengers will be free to organize their own transport arrangements.

Applicable for:

• Indian nationals and nationals of Nepal.
• Third-country nationals (including diplomats) holding valid visa/entry permit for Nepal, if required.

Only the following categories of passengers will be allowed entry to Nepal:

1. Must have a medical certificate with a negative RT-PCR or equivalent testing (Gene Xpert/True NAAT or WHO accredited Test) report issued by the registered COVID-19 Labs of respective countries within 72 hours from the swab collection time to the check-in time of the flight with the exemption of test report for their minors below the age of five years,

2. Must possess the printed copy obtained after filling up ARMS (Aboard Returnee Management System) forms available on the website of CCMC, Nepal (www.ccmc.gov.np)

3. Except exempted as per clause (4), foreign nationals are subject to hotel quarantine of 10 days at their own cost in the hotels listed by the Ministry of Culture, Tourism & Civil Aviation/Nepal Tourism Board or CCMC, Nepal, and permitted to work as per the purpose of their visit only if tested negative on the 11^th day

4. (i) All passengers with a complete COVID-19 vaccination certificate issued before 14 days or earlier,

(ii) Travelers as categorized below on basis of specified documents are subjected to self/home quarantine of 10 days upon arrival;

a) Officials, employees, and their family members of foreign diplomatic missions and international organizations in Nepal only if tested Antigen negative,

b) Medical professionals coming to Nepal to support the COVID-19 control measures based on the recommendation of the Ministry of Health & Population, Nepal and negative Antigen test, and

c) Security personnel and employees of the Government of Nepal on their returning flight to Nepal as per official recommendation and negative Antigen test,

(iii) Nepali nationals/Non-resident Nepali originally from Nepal of their family members or foreigners married to Nepali citizen coming to Nepal in case of the emergencies enlisted below, are permitted to move their destination only if tested Antigen negative on arrival at the airport:

a) Those coming for emergency purposes like for funerals and mourning as per the religion, custom & tradition with a recommendation by concerned local levels,

b) Sick people as well as their caregivers, senior citizens above 75 years, children below five years and their guardians, and differently-abled people & chronic patients, certified by hospitals and with recommendations from respective local levels,

c) Those individuals with their family members of the same house are under treatment in ICU/Ventilator of hospitals and have no one to take care of them on basis of clear evidence from hospital and recommendation of related local levels, and

d) Expats returning to Nepal, owning to deportation/liberation, are subject to the entire management of the Government of Nepal in line with the recommendation of the concerned Nepali Diplomatic Mission.

Note: Vaccination & testing is not required for minors below 5 years, Vaccinations are not mandatory for children between 5 to 18 years provided the rest of the procedures same as those for adults.

Quarantine Requirements:

1. Passengers with no symptoms similar to COVID-19, fully vaccinated, and are with negative PCR test reports obtained within the last 72 hours, are permitted to enter into Nepal subject to 10 days home quarantine.

2. Nepali nationals who are not fully vaccinated or vaccinated within the last 14 days are permitted to enter Nepal subject to the Antigen test at the entry point. Such passengers if tested positive shall be subjected to Institutional isolation, while the passenger with the negative report is permitted subject to 10 days home isolation.

3. If foreign nationals holding a diplomatic passport, official passport, official passport, and resident visa of Nepal are not fully vaccinated or vaccinated within the last 14 days, they are permitted to enter into Nepal subject to Antigen Test at the entry point. Such passenger if tested positive, shall be subject to Institution Isolation or home isolation under the responsibility of the concerned agency/ entity. The others with the negative report are allowed subject to 10 days of hotel quarantine or 10 days of home quarantine under the responsibility of diplomatic mission.

Note – All passengers are required to carry insurance coverage of hotel quarantine cost (up to 14 days) and medical expenses (up to USD5,000).