Travellers from the UK who can prove they are fully vaccinated against Covid-19 are now being allowed into Lithuania.
The Baltic nation relaxed travel restrictions on Tuesday, abolishing the need for people from Britain to self-isolate regardless of vaccination status.
According to the Foreign Office, British tourists aged 16 and over now have to provide either:
- proof of full vaccination against COVID-19
- evidence of recovery from this disease, or
- a negative PCR test result, taken no earlier than 72 hours before arrival
The Lithuanian government recommends taking a PCR or antigen test no earlier than 72 hours after arrival.
National tourism agency Lithuania Travel said: “This decision taken by the Lithuanian government follows the recommendations of the World Health Organisation to lift or ease travel restrictions, as prolonged strict Covid-19 measures can potentially cause economic and social harm.
“After implementing these changes, Lithuania remains one of the most open European countries regarding international travel.”
Almost two million tourists visited the country spending more than €977.8 million in pre-pandemic 2019.
Most tourist attractions are now open in Lithuania and allow visitors to explore the country with minimal safety limitations.
Economy and innovation minister Ausrine Armonaite said: “Lithuania is one of the first countries in the region to quickly and flexibly respond to the changing nature of the virus.
“The lifted restrictions send a positive message to the entire Lithuanian tourism sector, which has been affected by the pandemic.
“Previous restrictions would no longer serve the same purpose, and would only have a negative impact on the economy, seeing that the current strain of virus is considered milder.
“This is also good news for tourists and Lithuanians living abroad since both groups will now find it easier to come to Lithuania.”