Iceland has now opened its doors for fully vaccinated travellers. So if you can show proof that you have received both jabs of the vaccine, you can now enter Iceland. However, there are a few things that one must know before visiting the picturesque country. Read on to know more about it.
Things To Know Before Booking The Ticket
Before you book the tickets, you have to ensure that you have officially all the certificates that state you have received both the doses of covid-19 vaccine or an accepted document that shows prior COVID-19 infection (for example, a positive PCR-test that’s older than 14 days). Note that for proof of infection, you need documented laboratory results. RT PCR tests will not be accepted for the same.
Besides this, all visitors heading to Iceland, including children, need to preregister on this website before entering the country. You don’t have to provide an RT PCR test before boarding the flight as long as you prove that you are vaccinated or have had covid before.
Rules You Have To Follow In Iceland
Just because you have received the vaccine, it doesn’t mean that you can roam freely without masks. You will have to wear masks and follow all the social distancing rules. Face masks are still required on public transport and in taxis, and there are limits to the number of people allowed inside theatres, grocery stores, pharmacies, bars, and so on.
Quarantine Process
All travellers will have to take a covid Test (free) at the Iceland airport. Post that, you can head to your accommodation- however, you have to stay put till you receive your tests results. And after you test negative, you can explore the country freely. You don’t have to quarantine or take another PCR test five or six days later.
Things That Are Now Open In Iceland
From museums to outdoor tours, things are more or less open in Iceland- however, every place has a strict set of covid protocols. Restaurants are functional too, but those that serve alcohol have a 9 PM curfew and allow a maximum of 30 guests. Swimming pools and hot springs are operating but at a limited capacity.
So, if you follow Iceland’s protocols and laws, it’s safe to say you will be welcomed.