European Union for third-country citizens who want to enter the EU sets the requirements for travel eligibility. The EU implemented additional restrictions during the pandemic to prevent the spread of coronavirus. The COVID-19 vaccination is available to nationals of Mexico.
A Schengen visa is necessary for European entry, depending on where you are from. Non-visa-exempt citizens will need to apply for an ETIAS travel authorisation. Below are more details about the EU’s entry regulations and visa policy.
COVID-19 entry restrictions in Europe
Travellers who got covid-19 vaccine can now travel to many countries within the European Union or Schengen Area. In most cases, entry requirements such as vaccination certificates or pre-arrival testing still apply.
EU travel rules changes
Since the beginning, the EU has worked together to create common measures to protect the region.
The EU member states will adopt a new way of welcoming foreign tourists starting 1 March 2022.
The new proposal proposes a “person-based” approach for granting entry into an EU territory. Travellers with valid vaccination certificates can enter the EU without restrictions.
The safe list will likely not be available in March. Instead, European countries will author entry based on the person’s current vaccination status.
The Commission also proposed a standard period of validity for vaccination certificates. To avoid confusion, EU Member States should accept valid certificates for up to nine months.
The EU traffic map will also be updated and used for information purposes. It will help coordinate measures for very low-risk and very high-risk nations.
Do Mexicans require a Covid-19 vaccine to go to Europe?
Mexican nationals who wish to travel to the EU or Schengen nations must have a vaccination certificate recognised by the EU (EMA). Which vaccinations are required for entry into the Schengen area?
The EMA has approved the following COVID-19 vaccines:
- Modernize
- AstraZeneca
- Johnson & Johnson (Janssen)
- Nuvaxoid
- Pfizer-BioNTech
Aside from that, some nations additionally receive the following vaccines, which are approved by the World Health Organization (WHO) but are not recognised by the European Medicines Agency (EMA):
- Sinopharm
- Cowsfield
- Sinovac
Will a Mexican citizen travel to Europe after receiving the Covid-19 vaccine?
Most EU and EFTA countries allow travellers who have received all vaccinations to enter the Schengen area. The government of the destination country imposes additional requirements and restrictions. Therefore, each country is responsible for its legislation frequently altered due to a pandemic outbreak. Because of this, Mexican travellers are commonly urged to research information about their European destination before departing.
Travellers from high-risk countries will not be permitted to enter European countries, even though they have received the necessary vaccinations. Even if you have the appropriate certifications, you may still be subject to certain restrictions, which may include:
- Testing before departure
- Testing on arrival
- Quarantine
Is it possible to travel to Europe without vaccination?
Visitors should be aware that each country has its own rules and regulations to adhere to. For this reason, you must become familiar with the country’s norms and laws before travelling there for the first time. Unless there are unique circumstances, foreign nationals will have to get vaccines in most cases.
Vaccination passports or their equivalents may be required in a pandemic for travel between Schengen member states. Additionally, the requirements for entering Europe vary from country to country.
The EUDCC displays the following documents:
- Proof of vaccination;
- Negative test result;
- Evidence of recent recovery from COVID-19;
This is a list of documents that may replace vaccination in some countries. However, a vaccination certificate often prevents travellers from quarantining.
Countries requesting the COVID-19 vaccine
Before you go, make a note of any restrictions that may be in place in your destination country. Citizens of the United States who wish to go to Europe should do the following:
- Contact the embassy of a specific country;
- Familiarise yourself with the flight rules and conditions;
- Contact the airline for vaccination requirements 6-8 weeks before departure;
- Vaccinate;
- Maintain detailed records of vaccination/covid testing;
- Bring English translation of documentation if needed;
Travel to Europe from a safe-list country
The EU maintains that vaccinated persons and those not vaccinated can travel to Europe from countries listed on the safe list. This recommendation is up to each Member State to decide whether or not they will grant entry.
All travellers should verify the entry restrictions of the country they are planning to visit before making a trip. Below are the travel restrictions for EU member states.
Some countries may have mandatory quarantine rules or negative PCR test results.