Sarah Bennett
As of November 2021, all travellers returning to Scotland from countries on the red list are required to quarantine on arrival at a hotel for 10 days. Angola, Malawi, Mozambique, Zambia, South Africa, Namibia, Lesotho, Eswatini, Zimbabwe, and Botswana are some of the countries on the red list. Previously, in July 2021, the Scottish government announced that self-isolation would no longer be required for fully vaccinated travellers arriving from amber list countries, although they would still need to take a PCR test on the second day after arrival.
| Characteristics | Values |
|---|---|
| Date | 29 November 2021 |
| Quarantine required for vaccinated travellers? | Yes, if arriving from a red-list country |
| Quarantine location | Hotel |
| Quarantine duration | 10 days |
| Countries on the red list | Angola, Malawi, Mozambique, Zambia, South Africa, Namibia, Lesotho, Eswatini, Zimbabwe, Botswana |
| Additional requirements | PCR test within two days of arrival, self-isolate until a negative result is received |
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What You'll Learn
Quarantine rules for amber list countries
As of November 2021, the UK's red, amber, green traffic light system has been replaced by a single red list of countries and simplified travel measures for arrivals from the rest of the world. However, here is some information on the quarantine rules for amber list countries before the change.
Previously, if you were arriving in England from an amber list country, you had to follow certain rules depending on your vaccination status. If you were fully vaccinated with a vaccine approved by specific bodies, you had to take a COVID-19 pre-departure test and a test on or before day 2 after arrival in England. Day 0 is classed as the day of arrival. You did not have to quarantine.
If you were not fully vaccinated, you had to quarantine for 10 days on arrival and take a test on or before day 2 and on or after day 8. If your day 2 test was positive, you did not need to take the day 8 test. If you tested positive for COVID-19, you and your household had to quarantine for 10 days from the day after you took the test.
The quarantine and testing rules were different for arrivals from France, which was placed in a special category, "amber plus". The previous rules requiring self-isolation for all arrivals were in force for everyone arriving from France.
For Scotland, it was announced in July 2021 that self-isolation would no longer be required for people arriving from amber list countries, provided they were fully vaccinated through a UK vaccination programme and took a PCR test on the second day after arrival.
It is important to note that the rules may have changed since these dates, and you should check the most up-to-date government advice before travelling.
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Quarantine rules for red list countries
The quarantine rules for red list countries are as follows:
Firstly, it is important to note that the list of red list countries can change regularly, so it is essential to check the list before travelling. If you have visited a country on the red list, you must book a managed quarantine hotel. You can only enter if you are a British or Irish National or have residence rights in the UK, and you must enter through a designated port of arrival.
If you have visited a red list country within the previous 10 days, you must quarantine in a managed quarantine facility for the first 10 days after your arrival and take another test 8 days after you arrive. You must also provide proof of a negative COVID-19 test taken within 2 days of departure to the UK. If you do not qualify as fully vaccinated, you must also make plans to quarantine in private accommodation for 10 full days after your arrival (or the full duration of your stay if less than 10 days) and book tests to take on day 2 and day 8 of your quarantine.
If you qualify as fully vaccinated, you must still book a test to take on or before day 2 after your arrival. These measures apply to all persons, including UK nationals and residents, arriving in the UK from outside the Common Travel Area, which comprises the United Kingdom, Ireland, the Isle of Man, and the Channel Islands. It is important to note that failure to comply with these measures is a criminal offence and may result in fines.
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PCR testing requirements for vaccinated arrivals
As of April 2023, all countries have been removed from Scotland's red list. However, it's important to note that travel rules in Scotland, or any other country, may change at short notice. Therefore, it is advisable to check the latest advice for each country you plan to travel to before booking your trip and before you go.
Regarding PCR testing requirements for vaccinated arrivals in Scotland, here is some information I have found:
Previously, as of July 19, 2021, self-isolation was no longer required for fully vaccinated individuals arriving from amber list countries. However, they still needed to take a PCR test on the second day after their arrival.
As of January 2022, the requirement for vaccinated travellers to take a PCR test on "day two" after arriving in the UK was removed. Instead, vaccinated travellers could take a lateral flow test within a two-day window and did not need to quarantine while awaiting the result.
As of February 11, 2022, at 4 am, vaccinated travellers arriving from green list countries into the UK were exempt from taking any tests upon arrival. However, they still needed to fill out a passenger locator form within 48 hours before arriving in the UK.
Please note that the information provided may not be up to date, and it is always recommended to check the latest official sources for the most current PCR testing requirements for vaccinated arrivals in Scotland.
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Quarantine rules for unvaccinated or partially vaccinated arrivals
As of November 29, 2021, the Scottish government has advised that all travellers returning to Scotland from Angola, Malawi, Mozambique, Zambia, South Africa, Namibia, Lesotho, Eswatini, Zimbabwe, and Botswana will be required to quarantine on arrival at a hotel for 10 days, regardless of their vaccination status.
Previously, on July 15, 2021, the Scottish government announced that self-isolation would no longer be required for fully vaccinated people arriving from countries on the amber list. However, those who are unvaccinated or partially vaccinated and arriving from amber list countries must follow the quarantine and testing rules. This includes quarantining at home or in the place they are staying, taking a day 2 test, and, if negative, taking a day 8 test.
It is important to note that quarantine rules may change, and it is recommended to check the Scottish government website for the most up-to-date information before planning any travel.
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Quarantine exemptions for vaccinated arrivals
As of November 2021, all travellers returning to Scotland from countries on the red list will be required to quarantine on arrival at a hotel for 10 days. Angola, Malawi, Mozambique, Zambia, South Africa, Namibia, Lesotho, Eswatini, Zimbabwe, and Botswana are some of the countries on the red list.
Previously, in July 2021, the Scottish government announced that self-isolation would no longer be required for fully vaccinated travellers arriving from countries on the amber list. However, they were still required to take a PCR test on the second day after arrival.
It is important to note that quarantine rules and travel restrictions are subject to change. Therefore, it is recommended to check the latest government advice before planning any travel to Scotland.
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Frequently asked questions
No, you do not need to quarantine if you are fully vaccinated and travelling within the UK to Scotland.
No, you do not need to quarantine if you are fully vaccinated and travelling to Scotland from a green list country.
As of July 19, 2021, you do not need to quarantine if you are fully vaccinated through a UK vaccination programme and take a PCR test on the second day after arrival.
Yes, all travellers returning to Scotland from red list countries will be required to quarantine on arrival at a hotel for 10 days.
It is unclear whether you need to quarantine if you are vaccinated and travelling to Scotland from a country that is not on any of the traffic light lists. However, as of November 29, 2021, the Scottish government has urged people to redouble their efforts in tackling the threat of the new COVID-19 variant.
