What is the new rule for PCR tests?It follows concerns about the newly identified Omicron variant of Covid, which has also led to a quarantine being reintroduced for travelers from some African countries. From 04:00 GMT on Tuesday 30 November, if you are entering the UK from a foreign country (apart from Ireland), you have two days to take a PCR test - a lateral flow test will no longer be accepted. The PCR test must be booked before you travel, and bought privately from a government-approved list of providers. While you are waiting for a result, you must self-isolate - whether or not you have been vaccinated. You can stop self-isolating if your test is negative. Which countries are on the red list now?Ten southern African countries have been added to the UK's travel red list, because of fears about Omicron. These are South Africa, Namibia, Zimbabwe, Botswana, Lesotho, Eswatini Angola, Namibia, Mozambique and Zambia. The only people allowed to enter the UK from these countries are UK or Irish nations, or UK residents. They will have to pay for and self-isolate in a pre-booked government-approved hotel for 10 days. - 10 days (11-nights) for one adult - £2,285
- Additional adult (or child over 11) - £1,430
- Children aged five to 11 - £325
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