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Jersey is ready to welcome you. Find all the latest information about COVID-19 rules and regulations for travel to Jersey and plan your island break with confidence.

There is no testing, isolation or travel forms for all arriving visitors, regardless of vaccination status .

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1. travel – requirements..

Jersey falls within the UK’s Common Travel Area, along with the rest of the Channel Islands, Ireland and the Isle of Man. There is no need for UK visitors to test before returning to the UK or isolate on return to the UK. Full details can be found here .

All visitors.

There is no testing, isolation or travel forms for all arriving visitors from the UK and all other countries.

Fully vaccinated visitor?*

There is no testing, isolation or travel forms for all arriving visitors from the UK and all other countries regardless of your vaccination status.

Rules for all travellers and planning your journey can be found here .

*Fully vaccinated is defined as three doses, two doses plus a booster, no less than two weeks before arrival in Jersey.

Not fully vaccinated?

You do not need to have had a COVID-19 vaccination to visit Jersey. There is no testing, isolation or travel forms for all arriving visitors and this applies to unvaccinated travellers from anywhere in the world.

Recently had COVID-19?

Pre-arrival Travel Forms.

For all arriving visitors from the UK and all other countries, there are no pre-arrival travel forms to complete.

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Regardless of age or vaccination status, there is no testing, isolation or travel forms for visitors from the UK and all other countries,.

2. Prior to departures – information.

• Adhere to all  public health guidance .
• Check with your transport provider to understand if they have any mandatory requirements such as mask wearing.

There is no testing, isolation or travel forms for all arriving visitors into Jersey.

3. Airport and harbour – upon arrival.

All arrivals must comply with any mandatory requirements at Jersey Airport and Jersey’s Harbours .

4. Visitors – positive test.

If you test positive whilst in Jersey, there is no mandatory requirement to isolate, it is guidance only.

Returning to the UK.

There are no restrictions upon returning to the UK or other parts of the Common Travel Area. More information here .

What is Jersey doing to keep you safe?

In Jersey, we understand that you might need a little reassurance when it comes to travel. That’s why our tourism industry including hotels, restaurants, guesthouses, bars and visitor attractions are committed to ensuring you have the safest break possible. From the moment you arrive at the airport to when you check into your hotel, whether you take a relaxing boat trip, explore our many heritage experiences or have a relaxing day at the beach, Jersey tourism businesses will ensure your wellbeing is safeguarded every step of the way.

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Please check the following sources prior to traveling to ensure you are up to date with all the latest rules relating to travel to Jersey and COVID-19:

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Mosquitos and ticks can make you sick as they both carry and spread diseases. Mosquito and tick bites can occur anywhere, especially during travel. Take the steps below when travel plans are in motion to avoid bites, prevent illness, and monitor for symptoms.   

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• Check your domestic or international destination before traveling to know what mosquito-borne diseases are of concern.   
• Choose hotel and lodging with air conditioning and screens on windows and doors  
• If sleeping outside, make sure to pack a mosquito net to sleep under   
• Remember to pack EPA-registered insect repellent  
• Depending on what you plan to do while traveling, consider packing clothing/gear pre-treated with permethrin .  
• If traveling internationally to a place where Malaria is present, take a look at this fact sheet and be sure to discuss preventive medication (antimalarials) with a healthcare provider in advance of your trip.  
• Discuss with a healthcare provider if you should receive any vaccines to prevent mosquito-borne diseases (e.g., yellow fever).  

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• Cover up! Wear a long sleeve shirt and pants  
• Use EPA-registered insect repellent, reapply as directed  
• If also using sunscreen, apply sunscreen first and insect repellent second  
• If you have been prescribed medication to prevent malaria, be sure to take as directed.  

After  

• Avoid mosquito bites for 3 weeks after international travel to prevent the spread of travel-associated diseases to mosquitoes in New Jersey, which could then be transmitted to other people  
• If you have been prescribed medication to prevent malaria, be sure to take the entire course as directed.  
• Monitor yourself for symptoms of illness upon return. Common early symptoms of mosquito and tickborne diseases include fever, headache, body aches, joint pains, and fatigue.  
• See a healthcare professional if you begin feeling sick and be sure to notify them of recent travel and time spent outdoors .  

Tick prevention and travel  

• Check your domestic or international destination before traveling to know what tickborne diseases to look out for  
• Depending on what you plan to do while traveling, consider packing clothing/gear pre-treated with permethrin.  
• Discuss with a healthcare provider if you should receive any vaccines to prevent mosquito-borne diseases (e.g., tickborne encephalitis).  

During   

• Check yourself for ticks when spending time outdoors where ticks may be present. Ask a friend or family member to assist, if needed.  
• Shower soon after coming indoors, this can help remove ticks that haven’t attached yet or identify ones needing removal.  
• If you find a tick attached to your skin, remove it with tweezers right away  
• Place clothes in dryer if possible to kill any ticks that may be present on clothing   
• Monitor yourself for symptoms of illness upon return.  Common early symptoms of mosquito and tickborne diseases include fever, headache, body aches, joint pains, and fatigue.  
• See a healthcare professional if you begin feeling sick and be sure to notify them of recent travel and time spent outdoors.  
• See a healthcare professional if you begin feeling sick and be sure to notify them of recent travel and time spent outdoors  

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Be sure to use the domestic travel checker to help you follow all state and local recommendations and requirements. If traveling by air, check airline requirements prior to your flight. Everyone, regardless of vaccination status, should be sure to follow steps to continue to protect others during travel. 

• For those traveling to New Jersey, domestic travel is defined as lasting 24 hours or longer to states or US territories other than those connected to New Jersey, such as Pennsylvania, New York, and Delaware.
• Delay travel if you are feeling sick 
• It is recommended to delay domestic travel until you are up to date with your COVID-19 vaccines.
• Develop symptoms before, during, or after travel
• Will be traveling to visit someone who is at high risk for COVID-19
• Were in high-risk situations such as being in crowded places without wearing a well-fitting mask. 
• If you have had COVID-19 within the last 90 days, see these specific testing recommendations . 

Be sure to use the international travel checker to help you follow all recommendations and requirements for your destination. Certain destinations may require specific vaccines prior to entering. If traveling by air, check airline requirements prior to your flight. Everyone, regardless of vaccination status, should be sure to follow steps to continue to protect others during travel. As a reminder, you can upload your vaccination card to your phone via the secure Docket App.

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• It is recommended to delay international travel until you are up to date on your COVID-19 vaccine.
• Were in high risk situations such as being crowded places without wearing a well-fitting mask. 
• If you have had COVID-19 within the last 90 days, see these specific testing recommendations .
• Free or low-cost treatment is also available to at Community Health Centers also known as FQHC’s. This treatment is available to you regardless of immigration status and whether you have insurance or not. Click here to locate a FQHC near you.

If you are feeling sick before your cruise, it is recommended to not travel and you should ask your cruise line about other options such as rescheduling. Watch out for respiratory illnesses like COVID-19, influenza, and the common cold. Be sure to get your annual flu shot and be up to date on your COVID-19 vaccine prior to travel. Check in with your cruise line directly to see if they have any testing or vaccination requirements in place. 

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ALERT! GLOBAL & DOMESTIC INCREASE IN MEASLES CASES

There is currently an increase in measles cases in the U.S. and internationally .   Many countries are experiencing measles outbreaks or an increase in reported cases . To prevent infection and reduce the risk of community transmission from importation, U.S. residents traveling internationally, should be current on their MMR vaccinations. Anyone who is not protected against measles is at risk of getting infected when traveling internationally .  

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The New Jersey Division of Travel and Tourism (NJTT) is actively managing developments as they unfold with COVID-19, in close conjunction with the New Jersey Department of Health . The health and safety of our communities remain our top priority, and we advise all travelers, residents and businesses to seek official information regarding New Jersey’s response to the coronavirus at New Jersey’s COVID-19 Information Hub . The COVID-19 Info Hub also provides the very latest guidance on protocols, rules and details for safe gatherings in New Jersey. In addition, the New Jersey Department of Health's website offers residents and tourists the latest news and information in travel updates.

Latest COVID-19 News:

• Dec. 6, 2021 : Starting Dec. 6, all inbound international air passengers, regardless of vaccination status, must show a negative COVID-19 test taken no more than one day before travel to the United States. This mandate does not affect domestic flights. More information and details on this international mandate can be found at the CDC .
• Nov. 8, 2021: White House Press Secretary Kevin Munoz reported that inbound international travel restrictions to the U.S. will be lifted, immediate today, for fully vaccinated international travelers. This announcement includes the more than two dozen countries that were barred from U.S. entry since the start of the pandemic. Additionally, travelers to the U.S. by air will be subject to the presentation of a negative COVID-19 test to gain entry into the U.S. Those individuals traveling across land borders into the U.S. do not need to present a negative COVID-19 test to gain entry into the country.
• Oct. 15, 2021 : White House Press Secretary Kevin Munoz reported that inbound international travel restrictions to the U.S. will be lifted on Nov. 8, 2021 for fully vaccinated international travelers. This announcement includes the more than two dozen countries that were barred from U.S. entry since the start of the pandemic. Additionally, travelers to the U.S. by air will be subject to the presentation of a negative COVID-19 test to gain entry into the U.S. Those individuals traveling across land borders into the U.S. do not need to present a negative COVID-19 test to gain entry into the country.
• July 28, 2021 : New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy and NJDOH Commissioner Judith Persichilli both announced the recommendation that both vaccinated and unvaccinated state residents wear masks in indoor settings when there is increased risk of transmission of COVID-19.
• July 27, 2021 : The CDC announced that fully vaccinated Americans may still be contagious and able to spread the Delta Variant of the COVID-19 virus; therefore, the CDC now urges vaccinated Americans, as well the those who are unvaccinated, to wear masks indoors in areas most impacted by high transmission rates of the Delta Variant.
• May 19, 2021 : The Murphy administration has announced "Operation Jersey Summer," aimed at getting as many New Jerseyans ages 12+ vaccinated against COVID-19. Breweries, wineries and state parks from all around the state are participants in the program, providing incentives for vaccinations. To learn more, please visit Operation Jersey Summer .
• May 17, 2021 : New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy today announced the lifting of New Jersey’s travel advisory, which outlined quarantine and testing recommendations for residents and visitors to the state following interstate travel. Effective immediately, the travel advisory is no longer in place for both vaccinated and unvaccinated individuals. Residents and travelers are encouraged to follow the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) protocols regarding quarantine and testing following domestic travel.  Travelers should remain up to date regarding local travel recommendations and requirements applicable to their destination. International travel is still governed by the   CDC’s protocols and guidance . New Jersey's   Travel FAQ   provides answers to many commonly asked travel questions.

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• Executive Order No. 253 : Effective Aug. 23, 2021, this order requires all N.J. state employees and school personnel to by fully vaccinated against COVID-19 by Oct. 18, 2021 or be subject to COVID-19 testing one-two times per week.
• Executive Order No. 280 : Effective Jan. 11, 2022, this order declares a Public Health Emergency and restates the existing State of Emergency across all 21 counties in New Jersey, allowing state agencies and departments to utilize state resources to assist the State’s healthcare system and affected communities responding to and recovering from COVID-19 cases. Executive Order No. 281 continues Executive Orders Nos. 111, 112, and 207, allows Executive Orders Nos. 251, 252, 253, 264, and 271 to remain in effect, and extends various regulatory actions taken by the departments in response to COVID-19.

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Covid vaccine rolled out to Jersey GP surgeries for spring booster programme

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• Tuesday 16 April 2024 at 11:39am

COVID-19 vaccines are available at Jersey GP surgeries for the first time.

Anyone eligible for a spring booster dose can book a free appointment from Tuesday 16 April until mid-June.

The affected groups are those aged 75 and over, residents in care homes for older people and anyone aged six months and over with a weakened immune system.

More information, including a list of participating surgeries, can be found at gov.je/SpringBooster

Care home residents will be vaccinated where they reside and c hildren with a weakened immune system will be offered the dose by the Public Health Immunisations Team.

Jersey's government hopes these changes will make it easier for islanders to protect themselves from serious illness if they catch the virus.

The announcement follows similar spring booster programmes in Guernsey and the UK .

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​​​types of vaccine.

In use from October 2023 onwards:

• Pfizer Comirnaty Omicron XBB.1.5 (30 micrograms): Adult 12 and over
• Pfizer Comirnaty Omicron XBB.1.5 (10 micrograms): Paediatric 5 to 11 Years Old
• Pfizer Comirnaty Omicron XBB.1.5 (3 micrograms): Infant Paediatric 6 months to 4 Years Old
• Spikevax XBB.1.5 (50 micrograms): Adult 18+ ​

In use from September 2023 onwards:

• P fizer Comirnaty Original/Omicron BA.4-5 Bivalent: Adult 12+
• Sanofi VidPrevtyn Beta: Adult 18+ (If clinically directed as an alternative to the above adult mRNA vaccines)
• Pfizer Comirnaty 10 mic rograms: Paediatric 5 to 11 Years Old
• Pfizer Comirnaty Three (3 micrograms): Infant Paediatric 6 months to 4 Years Old

The above vaccines are used for both primary and booster doses to help protect against the original strains of COVID-19 and the more recent Omicron variants. 

All have been shown to be safe and effective in clinical trials.

In Jersey our vaccination programme is aligned with that of the UK.

All of the vaccines used to counter COVID-19 the effects of COVID-19 have been approved by the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulator Agency (MRHA) and use of vaccines are as advised through the Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation (JCVI).

What to expect after your COVID-19 vaccination

People who are most at risk from the complications of coronavirus (COVID-19) are being offered the COVID-19 vaccination. This guide tells you what to expect after you have had your vaccination.

Side effects

Like all medicines, vaccines can cause side effects. Most of these are mild and short-term, and not everyone gets them. The common side effects of the COVID-19 vaccine start within a day and may last for a few days.

These include:

• ​having a painful, heavy feeling and tenderness in the arm where you had your injection
• f eeling tired
• headache, aches and chills

You may also have flu-like symptoms with episodes of shivering and shaking for a day or 2. However, a high temperature could also indicate that you have COVID-19 or another infection (see advice below if you are concerned about your symptoms). You can rest and take the normal dose of paracetamol (follow the advice in the packaging) to help make you feel better.

An uncommon side effect is swollen glands in the armpit or neck on the same side as the arm where you had the vaccine. This can last for around 10 days, but if it lasts longer see your doctor. If you are due for a mammogram in the few weeks after the vaccine, then you should mention that when you attend.

What to do if you are concerned about your symptoms

These symptoms normally last less than a week. If your symptoms seem to get worse or if you are concerned:

• seek advice from a doctor or nurse
• make sure you tell them about your vaccination (show them the vaccination card) so that they can assess you properly

You can also report suspected side effects of vaccines and medicines online through the Yellow Card scheme or by downloading the Yellow Card app for iOS or Android .

Vaccination and periods

Period problems, such as irregular periods and unexpected bleeding, are extremely common and can be caused by a variety of factors including stress and other short-term illnesses.

Some people may experience heavier than normal periods in the month or so after vaccination. While other changes to periods have been reported by some people after vaccination, there is no evidence that these were due to the vaccine.

Serious side effects

Rare cases of inflammation of the heart (called myocarditis or pericarditis) have been reported after Pfizer and Moderna COVID-19 vaccines. These cases have been seen mostly in younger men several days after vaccination.

Most of these people recovered and felt better following rest and simple treatments.

You should seek medical advice urgently if you experience:

• ​chest pain
• shortness of breath
• feelings of having a fast-beating, fluttering, or pounding heart

Waiting after your vaccination

When we first used the Pfizer and Moderna vaccines, people stayed behind to be observed for 15 minutes after their vaccination. Due to a very low rate of allergic reactions, only people with a history of serious allergies or those who had a reaction to a previous COVID-19 vaccination need to wait for this time.

Because of a risk of fainting, however, no-one should drive for at least 15 minutes after the vaccination.

Daily activities after your vaccine

You should be able to resume activities that are normal for you as long as you feel well. If your arm is particularly sore, you may find heavy lifting difficult. If you feel unwell or very tired you should rest and avoid operating machinery or driving.

Protection from the vaccine

The COVID-19 vaccines that you have had have been shown to reduce the chance of you suffering from severe COVID-19 disease.

It may take a few weeks from the first dose for your body to build up protection. Your body should start to respond more quickly (after a few days) after any additional doses. Like all medicines, no vaccine is completely effective, so you should continue to take sensible precautions to avoid infection. Some people may still get COVID-19 despite having a vaccination, but this should be less severe.

The vaccine cannot give you COVID-19 infection, and a full course will reduce your chance of becoming seriously ill.v

Further information

Read the product information leaflet for more details on your vaccine, including possible side effects on the Coronavirus Yellow Card website​ . You can also report suspected side effects on the same website.​

Protection and immunity

The COVID-19 vaccine reduces your chance of suffering from severe illness and developing complications.

It is important that you keep up with your vaccination schedule which is different for different age groups.

A booster dose helps increase the protection you provided from your primary course of the vaccine. It is important that you get your booster once you are eligible as the protection from your primary course vaccines will reduce over time.

It takes a few weeks for your body to build up protection from the vaccine. Like all medicines, no vaccine is completely effective. You should continue to take recommended precautions to avoid infection.

Some people may still get COVID-19 despite having a vaccination, but this should be less severe.

After receiving your vaccine, you will still need to follow public health guidance to protect yourself and others.

You should continue to:

• stay home if you are unwell
• wear a face mask where advised
• wash your hands carefully and frequently
• ensure good ventilation

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Passing on the virus

Most vaccines reduce the overall risk of infection and reduces the chance of passing on the virus, but some vaccinated people may get mild or asymptomatic infection and can still pass the virus on.

Any infection in a vaccinated person will be less severe and that viral shedding will be shortened.​

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

The COVID-19 vaccines available in the UK have been shown to be effective and to have a good safety profile.  These vaccines do not contain live coronavirus and cannot infect a pregnant woman or her unborn baby in the womb.

If you are pregnant, you don't need to do anything differently when booking your appointment. When you arrive for your vaccination at Fort Regent. Make the vaccination team aware you are pregnant so they can offer you the Pfizer/BioNTech (Comirnaty) or Moderna (Spikevax) vaccine. 

The Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation (JCVI) has advised that pregnant women should be offered COVID-19 vaccines at the same time as people of the same age or risk group.

Evidence on COVID-19 vaccines is being continuously reviewed by the World Health Organization and the regulatory bodies in the UK, USA, Canada and Europe.

Pfizer/BioNTech (Comirnaty) and Moderna (Spikevax) vaccines are the preferred vaccines for pregnant women of any age, and any stage of pregnancy, who are coming for their vaccine.

Although the overall risk from COVID-19 disease in pregnant women and their new-born babies is low, in later pregnancy some women may become seriously unwell and need hospital treatment. Catching COVID-19 and needing hospital treatment as a pregnant woman can double your chances of having a still birth. Women with COVID-19 disease are also 2 to 3 times more likely to have their babies early than women without COVID-19.

Pregnant women with COVID-19 have a much higher risk of intensive care admission than women of the same age who are not pregnant.

Pregnant women with underlying clinical conditions are at even higher risk of suffering serious complications from COVID-19. It is therefore very important to get vaccinated.

Risk factors for pregnant women

You are at more risk from COVID-19 than women of the same age who are not pregnant if you have underlying medical conditions such as:

• immune problems
• high blood pressure
• heart disease

Or if you are:

• over the age of 35
• in your third trimester of pregnancy (over 28 weeks)
• of black and Asian minority ethnic background

Getting pregnant

There is no need to avoid getting pregnant after COVID-19 vaccination. There is no evidence that COVID-19 vaccines have any effect on fertility or your chances of becoming pregnant.

If you are pregnant

COVID-19 vaccines offer pregnant women the best protection against COVID-19 disease which can be serious in later pregnancy for some women.

The first dose of COVID-19 vaccine will give you good protection. You need the second dose and booster dose to get longer lasting protection.

Breastfeeding

The benefits of breast-feeding are well known.

The JCVI has recommended that the vaccines can be received whilst breastfeeding. This is in line with recommendations from the USA and the World Health Organization.

The Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RCOG)  have a decision guide and other information you may find helpful.

If you would like to discuss COVID-19 vaccination in regards to pregnancy, you should contact your GP, midwife, obstetrician or speak to the healthcare professional during your visit to the vaccination centre. 

Like all medicines, vaccines can sometimes cause side effects. Most of these are mild and short-term, and not everyone gets them.

Very common side effects include:

• having a painful, heavy feeling and tenderness in the arm where you had your injection. This tends to be worst around 1 to 2 days after the vaccine
• feeling tired
• general aches, or mild flu like symptoms

Although feeling feverish is not uncommon for 2 to 3 days, a high temperature is unusual and may mean you have COVID-19 or another infection. An uncommon side effect is the swelling of the glands. These symptoms normally last less than a week.

You should rest and take the normal dose of paracetamol (follow the advice in the packaging). Do not exceed the normal dose.

Very rare cases of inflammation of the heart (myocarditis and pericarditis)

Worldwide, there have also been recent, rare cases of inflammation of the heart called myocarditis or pericarditis reported after COVID-19 vaccines, although it is not yet  clear that these are caused by the vaccines.

These cases have been seen mostly in younger men in the USA within several days after vaccination. Most of these people recovered and felt better following rest and simple treatments. You should seek medical advice urgently if you experience:

• feelings of having a fast-beating, fluttering, or pounding heart

If your symptoms get worse

If your symptoms seem to get worse or if you are concerned, contact your GP or healthcare professional. If you do seek advice from a doctor or nurse,  make sure you tell them about your vaccination (show them your vaccination card) so that they can assess you properly.

You can also report suspected side effects of vaccines and medicines through the Yellow Card scheme. The Yellow Card scheme is the UK system for collecting information on suspected adverse drug reactions to medicines.

You can't catch COVID-19 from the vaccine

You can't catch COVID-19 from the vaccine but it's possible to have caught COVID-19 and not realise you have the symptoms until after your vaccination appointment.

Although a mild fever can occur within a day or two of vaccination, if you have any other COVID-19 symptoms or your fever lasts longer:

• stay at home
• call the coronavirus helpline and arrange to have a test

Vaccine package leaflets

What to expect after your COVID-19 vaccine

Translated information, guidance for adults, healthcare workers.

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