EU Removes Six Countries from the “Safe” List
On September 9, the EU Council updated the list of countries for which travel restrictions should be lifted. In particular, Uruguay was added to the “safe list”
Read More »International Practice Spotlight: Australia
Since March 20, 2020, Australia’s international borders have been closed. These restrictions, announced by Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison, were in response to
Read More »South Korea Electronic Travel Authorization Program More Broadly in Effect
From September 1, South Korea’s Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) program is fully in effect, following a pilot period from May-August. What to Expect from
Read More »Israel to Reopen to Group Tourism
The Israel Tourism Ministry announced on Sunday, September 5, that organized tour groups would be allowed to enter the country from September 19. What to Expect Tour
Read More »Singapore Modifies Entry Requirements for Most Travelers
From Thursday, September 9, 23:59, all travelers into Singapore from Category II, III, and IV countries will need to produce a negative pre-departure COVID-19 PCR test result
Read More »Spain to Require Proof of Vaccination for US Travelers
From Monday, September 6, US travelers will need to show proof of vaccination to gain entry to Spain. Following the EU’s revised guidance to remove the US, Israel,
Read More »Singapore Requires Quarantine for Travelers from New Zealand
Singapore requires travelers from New Zealand to complete a 7-day Stay-Home-Notice (SHN) upon arrival. The Singapore government’s Multi-Ministry Taskforce regularly
Read More »Italy Issues New Travel Guidance through October
Following the EU’s recommendation to reinstate travel restrictions for travelers from the US and Israel, Kosovo, Lebanon, Macedonia, and Montenegro, the Italian
Read More »Portugal Reopens to Brazilian and US Tourists
From September 1, travelers from Brazil and the United States will no longer have to isolate on arrival in Portugal. According to the new order, non-essential travel to and
Read More »UAE Opens Tourist Visa for All Vaccinated Travelers
From August 30, 2021, tourist visa applications will open to fully vaccinated people from all countries. Applicants must be fully vaccinated with a WHO-approved vaccine. The
Read More »Italy Lifts Quarantine Requirement for UK Travelers
From August 31, travelers from the UK can enter Italy without being required to quarantine if they have proof of vaccination and a negative test taken within 48 hours before
Read More »EU Recommends Reinstating Travel Restrictions for US Travelers
On August 30, the EU revised its list of “safe” third countries for which travel restrictions should be lifted. In doing so, Israel, Kosovo, Lebanon, Montenegro,
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