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Julie Delahaye

Channel Islands scrap all Covid travel rules for Brits including tests and isolation

Brits looking for holidays free without Covid tests and self-isolation may want to consider a trip to the Channel Islands.

That's because the islands, including both Jersey and Guernsey, have scrapped all Covid travel rules in recent weeks, meaning you can visit without needing a pre-travel form, Covid tests or any self-isolation.

Jersey was first to announce the move earlier this month, having removed all requirements for Covid tests and self-isolation for arriving passengers.

Meanwhile Guernsey has followed suit as of today (February 17), also removing a requirement for a pre-travel form, Covid tests or self-isolation.

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Smaller islands such as Alderney, Sark and Herm - which are accessed via Guernsey - also fall under the new move.

There's more good news for holidaymakers too as anyone arriving to the UK from within the Channel Islands will not be required to fill out a passenger locator form or take Covid tests, so they really can be nearly admin-free holidays.

(The exception being if you have been outside of the UK within the preceding 10 days).

Never been to the Channel Islands, or not sure which one is quite right for your holiday? We've got a guide to the best Channel Islands to give you a helping hand.

Guernsey's travel rules changed as of today (February 17) (Getty Images)

Brits' holiday options have been increasing within recent weeks.

Vietnam and Australia have both announced they will welcome back vaccinated travellers in coming weeks, while New Zealand is planning a phased reopening plan which could see the majority of Brits able to visit for holidays from July.

As for those looking for European breaks, a host of countries have been easing travel restrictions for Brits.

For example, there are a number of countries scrapping Covid tests for vaccinated Brits, including popular holiday spots such as Portugal, Greece and France.

Spain has also eased up rules for unvaccinated teens, meaning kids aged 12-17 can visit the country without vaccination provided they have a negative Covid test result.

Alongside these, the UK also has new travel rules which came into force earlier this month.

Fully vaccinated arrivals no longer need to take any Covid tests, meaning they simply need to fill out a pre-departure form.

Meanwhile self-isolation has been scrapped for unvaccinated or partially vaccinated travellers, although they will still need to take a pre-departure or post-arrival Covid test.

Do Covid travel rules put you off booking holidays this year? Let us know in the comments below.

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