Coronavirus Updates

Last Updated: 23 December 2020

 
Important Update:

Following the latest update from the French government, EU citizens returning home and passengers travelling for essential reasons will be able to travel to France from midnight on 22nd December 2020.


All passengers must have proof of a negative COVID-19 test taken within 72 hours of travel upon departure.


Please do not come to the Port of Dover other than for your booked sailing time, and please do not travel to the Port Dover if you do not have proof of a negative test taken within 72 hours.


The Dutch government also require anyone travelling to the Netherlands to be carrying a negative COVID-19 test result. Passengers from 3rd countries should also have a completed and signed negative test declaration form – this applies to UK residents from 1st January 2021.


We will do everything we can to support you in your travel needs and you will find links to coronavirus test information, route updates, and details on how to contact us in our help centre.


 

We are looking forward to welcoming you back on board all of our routes. Behind the scenes, we have been busy working to fully prioritise the safety of all our staff and passengers, and there will be some changes when you travel with us this year and into 2021. For full details of the new on board experience, please scroll down to our FAQs below.

 

Please note, in line with government advice, it is now a requirement that all passengers wear a facial covering when travelling on public transport, including ferries. You will also need to complete a Passenger Health Locator form when travelling to the UK. Please ensure that you read the government’s latest advice before you travel.

 

From 15th December 2020, you have the choice to take part in the government's Test to Release scheme which enables you to reduce your isolation time on your return to the UK from countries not on the travel corridor list. From 1st January 2021, everyone travelling from the UK to the Netherlands will need to produce a negative COVID-19 PCR test in order to enter the country.

 

Download the NHS COVID-19 app below. The Official NHS contact tracing app for England and Wales.

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