Paris 2022: COVID-19 Update

The French Government recognises the following vaccines: Pfizer, Moderna, Oxford/AstraZeneca, and Johnson & Johnson (the vaccines recognised by the European Medical Agency). “Fully vaccinated” is defined by the completion of a vaccination schedule, specifically:

1 week after the second dose of Pfizer, Moderna, Oxford/AstraZeneca
4 weeks after the single and only dose of Johnson & Johnson
1 week after the single dose of any of the above vaccines if you have previously tested positive for COVID-19

To obtain a “pass vaccinal” (vaccine pass), adults who have been fully vaccinated for more than FOUR months before travel date need to demonstrate they have received an approved COVID-19 booster injection

The same measures applied to vaccinated adults are applied to any minors (under 18) who are travelling with them, whether vaccinated or not. Therefore, if an unvaccinated child arrives in France with a vaccinated adult, they may follow the rules of entry for those who are fully vaccinated. Children 12-17 who are travelling with fully vaccinated adults do not need to be fully vaccinated themselves.

For unvaccinated minors, they must follow the same procedures as unvaccinated adults. i.e negative PCR/allergen test, self-isolate for 10 days on arrival, sworn statement, provide essential reason for travel

Children under 12 are exempt from all COVID-19 travel restrictions, but must still complete a ‘sworn statement’.

16 and above year olds are required to be fully vaccinated to gain a Vaccine Pass which is mandatory in France to access entertainment and leisure venues.

The UK is currently on France’s “Red List” for arrivals into the country. This means unvaccinated are only permitted to travel for essential reasons (tourism is not an essential reason) and must self-isolate on arrival to the country for 10 days.

On 24 January 2022, the “pass vaccinal” (vaccine pass) was implemented by the French government which is now required for access to most leisure venues (ages 16 and above only). Adults who have been fully vaccinated for more than FOUR months before travel date need to demonstrate they have received an approved COVID-19 booster injection in order to access the “pass vaccinal” in France. If you have received your full vaccination less than four months before travel, a booster is not required.

For minors aged 12-15, a Health Pass must be presented in order to gain access to leisure venues. A Health Pass consists of proof of a negative PCR/allergen test or proof of full vaccination.

For full information, please visit: https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/france/coronavirus and https://www.gouvernement.fr/info-coronavirus/pass-vaccinal

All guests aged 16 and older will need to show a Vaccine Pass (proof of full vaccination) in order to access Disneyland Paris. For guests aged between 12 and 15, a Health Pass (full vaccination/proof of negative test) is required. Children under age 12 are not affected by either of these measures. Guests aged 6 and above must wear face masks. Enhanced cleaning measures are in effect to safeguard the venue from the spread of COVID-19.

For full information, please visit https://www.disneylandparis.com/en-gb/health-safety-measures/

All guests aged 16 and older will need to show a Vaccine Pass (proof of full vaccination) in order to access hotels (upon each entry). For guests aged between 12 and 15, a Health Pass (full vaccination/proof of negative test) is required (upon each entry). Children under age 12 are not affected by either of these measures. Guests aged 6 and above must wear face masks in general areas of hotels. Enhanced cleaning measures are in effect to safeguard hotels from the spread of COVID-19.

All guests aged 16 and older will need to show a Vaccine Pass (proof of full vaccination) in order to access hotels (upon each entry/. For guests aged between 12 and 15, a Health Pass (full vaccination/proof of negative test) is required (upon each entry). Children under age 12 are not affected by either of these measures. Guests aged 6 and above must wear face masks in general areas of hotels. Enhanced cleaning measures are in effect to safeguard hotels from the spread of COVID-19. Facilities such as Aqua Lagoon waterpark will be open for guest use.

For full information, please visit: https://www.centerparcs.eu/in-en/faq

Under the conditions of the “pass vaccinal” (vaccine pass), a booster jab is required for adults 18 and over who have received their full COVID-19 vaccination more than 4 months before the travel date. If a full vaccination was received less than 4 months before the travel date, a booster jab is not required.

If someone tests positive, they must follow the government guidelines in place at the time (i.e isolation). Any costs associated to this will be reclaimable via their travel insurance policy.

All individuals travelling on the tour to Paris should purchase travel insurance as per a normal holiday. We strongly advise purchasing a travel insurance policy which includes COVID-19 cover. This will enable you to reclaim costs associated with COVID-19 (i.e testing positive and isolation). To view various travel insurance providers and further information on COVID-19 cover, we recommend using websites such as www.moneysupermarket.com/travel-insurance/coronavirus/

Please note all deposits paid are non-refundable and a cancellation fee may apply. Please visit https://theeuropacup.com/terms/ for full cancellation terms and conditions.