Portugal scraps Covid tests for fully vaccinated arrivals
Visitors arriving in mainland Portugal now do not have to present a negative Covid-19 test if they are fully vaccinated.
Validity of the vaccination certificate is 270 days from the last dose.
Additionally, people who have contracted Covid within the last 180 days and can show a recovery certificate are exempt from the test requirement.
Anyone aged 12 or over that is unable to show a vaccination or recovery certificate are still required to show a negative test.
Luis ArauÌjo, President of Turismo de Portugal said: "We welcome the new measures approved by the Government which will facilitate the entry of everyone. Passengers who come to Portugal are only required to present a digital EU COVID-19 certificate or other proof of recognised vaccination such as the NHS app Covid Pass.."
"Our country has never stopped working to welcome any tourist and we have taken the necessary precautions to ensure the safety of our visitors and residents".
"We are ready to safely welcome all visitors as we head cautiously towards a post-pandemic world."
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