Covid travel restrictions are set to be eased in Switzerland this weekend as the country continues to recover from the virus.
From Saturday, January 22, fully vaccinated tourists will not be required to show evidence of a negative PCR or antigen test before entry into the country, the Mirror reports.
All passengers will continue to complete a mandatory passenger locator form before jetting out to Switzerland.
The requirement to take follow up Covid tests on the fourth and seventh days of arrival will also be scrapped.
All of the rule changes will apply to those who have been fully vaccinated against Covid.
Fully vaccinated Scots that are due to travel before the change on Saturday will need to meet the existing travel rules - which state that you must show proof of a negative Covid test to gain entry into Switzerland.
Unvaccinated and partially vaccinated travellers cannot enter Switzerland unless they are going for an essential reason, under the current rules.
Children under 18 will be allowed to enter the country without evidence of vaccination, as long as they are accompanied by adults who have received their jabs.
In a statement, the country’s Federal Council explained: “From Saturday, 22 January, persons who have been vaccinated or who have recovered from COVID-19 will no longer be required to present a negative PCR or rapid antigen test before entering Switzerland.
"Persons who are not vaccinated or who have not recovered from COVID-19 will still have to take the tests to enter the country."
Covid measures will remain in place in the country through to March, the Federal Council confirmed, which includes a requirement to wear face masks in public indoor areas and on public transport. Children under 12 are exempt from mask rules, as well as individuals who have medical reasons for not wearing one.
The UK Foreign Office warns: "Failure to wear a mask is punishable by a fine."
Proof of vaccination, Covid recovery or a negative test result will also be needed to enter some venues such as museums, restaurants and bars - although children under the age of 16 are exempt from these requirements.
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