International travellers will not be allowed to use Covid-19 recovery certificates to enter Spain, according to reports.
The European Union has proposed a move to a system based on individuals rather than country of origin, with vaccination or recovery status used to permit entry.
However, The Times reports the Spanish government will reject the plans and insist on full vaccination for all visitors.
Spain tightened its entry restrictions today (Tuesday), with visitors required to show proof of a valid Covid-19 booster jab to enter if their previous vaccination injections were more than 270 days before arrival.
Those who have received a booster vaccination are allowed into Spain only if 14 days have passed since the jab. The need to be fully vaccinated applies to visitors aged 12 and over.
A spokesperson for the Spanish Tourist Office said: “We do know that Spain is in discussions with the EU and its partners about a possible review of the entry requirements for tourists from third countries with a view to making the current measures more flexible.
“The situation could change in the near future.”
The NHS Covid Pass currently shows proof of vaccination or recovery from Covid-19, and will be accessible to 12-15-year-olds from Thursday.
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