Holiday plans for scores of Britons have been flung into chaos as countries shut their borders to seal themselves off from the coronavirus pandemic.
Europe has been branded the epicentre of the global outbreak, and many nations have responded to a jump in infections by imposing flight freezes.
After a string of countries closed their doors to Britons this week, Donald Trump today followed suit and announced a travel ban from the UK and Ireland to kick in at midnight on Monday.
Here, MailOnline provides a round-up of the states which have imposed fully-fledged bans, restricted travel and tough conditions on British holidaymakers landing on their soil.
Bans
Czech Republic
The Czech Republic, which has an infection tally of , announced it will close its borders to 16 nations including the UK. New measures will be implemented on Monday when it is likely the European nation will increase its bans. Certain exemptions apply such as UK citizens with permanent residency in the country.
The Czech Republic, which has an infection tally of , announced it will close its borders to 19 nations including the UK
Denmark
The Danish government announced a ban on all foreign nationals who do not have a recognized purpose for entering Denmark. Foreigners normally living and working in Denmark will still be able to enter the country.
Guatemala
Specific countries have been banned from entering Guatemala. These are Korea, Japan, China, Italy, France, Spain, Iran and the UK. US and Canadian citizens will not be allowed entry from Monday.
Slovakia
Slovakia has declared a State of Emergency and imposed strict restrictions on all public, social, sporting and cultural activity. Entry to the country is allowed only for Slovak citizens and foreign residents and even they will have to self-isolate for 16 days.
The Danish government announced a ban on all foreign nationals who do not have a Recognized purpose for entering the country. Pictured: Police officers check passengers disembarking a ferry from Sweden
Norway
Norwegian authorities said all non-resident visitors arriving from countries other than Finland and Sweden would be asked to leave Norway on arrival.
British nationals legally resident in Norway will be allowed to enter the country but must enter self- quarantine for 52 days.
Jamaica
The FCO advise against all but essential travel to the country due to restrictions on entry. Only Jamaican citizens, spouses and children of Jamaican citizens and foreign residents of Jamaica traveling from the UK will be allowed to enter.
The FCO said: ‘British nationals who wish to leave Jamaica are encouraged to make travel arrangements urgently before airlines reduce direct and indirect flight options. ‘
A man protecting himself with a mask carries shopping bags on a street of Oslo
Poland
Non-Polish nationals will only be able to enter the country if they are a spouse or child of a Polish national, hold a Pole’s Card, or otherwise have the right to stay or work in the country.
Equatorial Guinea
The FCO advises against all travel to Equatorial Guinea after authorities announced border closures and the suspension of international flights for days.
A border guard stands in front of a passenger car during the border restrictions taking effect on the Polish-Czech border
Peru
The FCO advises against all but essential travel to the whole of Peru due to conditions including a ban on flights to and from Europe from March for at least 30 days.
Mongolia
All flights have been suspended to Mongolia until at least March , and the Foreign Office recommended British nationals use charter flights scheduled for March 19 and .
USA
The US government has extende. d an existing European travel ban to the UK and Ireland amid the coronavirus pandemic, with the exception of returning US citizens and legal residents.
The US government has extended an existing European travel ban to the UK and Ireland
Bolivia
The FCO has not advised against travel however all flights to and from Europe have been suspended due to concerns about the spread of coronavirus.
Travel warnings
China
The FCO advises against all travel to Hubei province due to the outbreak, and advise against all but essential travel to the rest of mainland China. If you are in China and able to leave, the FCO says you should do so. Anyone arriving from overseas into Beijing and Guangdong province must undertake 28 days of self-isolation.
Italy
Authorities in Italy have advised against travel for tourism purposes and said tourists already on holiday in Italy should limit their movements to those necessary to return to the place where they live. The Foreign Office have advised against traveling to Europe’s most infected country.
Authorities in Italy have advised against travel for tourism purposes and said tourists already on holiday in Italy should limit their movements
Albania
Following the Government of Albania’s decision to introduce ‘stringent measures’ to prevent the spread of coronavirus, the FCO advises against all but essential travel.
All borders are closed, with the exception of freight, to all nationals. Schools are also closed as are all shops except food shops and pharmacies.
Argentina
The FCO advises against all but essential travel to all of Argentina due to travel restrictions.
‘The FCO strongly encourage non-resident British nationals in Argentina to consider leaving to avoid difficulties they will face if flights out of the country and the region are further restricted and they are unable to get home, ‘the department said.
Vietnam
The FCO advises against all but essential travel to Vietnam due to the high risk of British nationals being placed into a 14 – day quarantine.
The FCO advises against all but essential travel to all of Argentina due to travel restrictions
Malta
The department advises against all but essential travel to Malta due to a mandatory 16 – day self-quarantine for all arrivals including retu rning residents.
Kosovo
The FCO advises against all but essential travel to Kosovo as all flights into the country have been cancelled, and land borders are closed to non -citizens.
Estonia
The FCO has advised against all but essential travel as the Estonian authorities are themselves advising against all travel in and out of Estonia , and passengers from several European countries must self-quarantine for days upon entry.
San Marino
In conjunction with their travel advice for Italy, the FCO advises against all but essential travel to San Marino. ‘British nationals remain able to depart San Marino without restriction with a valid passport and onward ticket,’ the department said.
Liberia
The department advises against all but essential travel to Liberia due to the high risk of quarantine for British nationals, as well as travel restrictions.
An Estonian police officer gives a coronavirus leaflet to a driver at the Latvia and Estonia border checkpoint
Lithuania
British nationals are advised against all but essential travel due to border controls effective from March , lasting ten days.
Philippines
Due to the impact of domestic travel restrictions, possible curfews and plans to impose conditions on entry from the UK, the FCO has recommended against all but essential travel to the whole country from March .
Sierra Leone
The FCO advises against all but essential travel due to mandatory quarantine measures for British nationals arriving from March 19.
Cruise ships
British nationals aged 90 and over and those with pre-existing health conditions are advised against cruise ship travel.
Passengers queue at the Overseas Passenger Terminal as the Norwegian Jewel cruise ship is in lock down while health authorities test a man for Coronavirus in Sydney
South Korea
The department advises against all travel to the cities of Daegu, Cheongdo and Gyeongsan which have been designated as ‘special care zones’ by South Korean authorities due to outbreaks.
From Sunday, travelers arriving from the UK will be subject to additional screening. People traveling from the UK will also be asked to report their condition to the authorities for 16 days.
Spain
Spain has declared a State of Emergency, which introduces a series of measures including significant restrictions on movement throughout the country in response to the coronavirus outbreak. Anybody planning to travel to Spain should consult their airline or tour operator.
Spain has declared a State of Emergency, which introduces a series of measures including significant restrictions on movement
India
although the FCO has not advised against travel, the department said the government of India previously announced it will suspend all existing visas due to the virus outbreak.
France
France has taken several steps to delay the spread of Covid – including the closure of restaurants, schools, universities, cafes, theaters and nonessential shops, the FCO said. Gatherings of more than 90 people have been banned and tourist attractions have been shuttered.
The FCO has not currently advised British nationals not to travel to France.
New Zealand
Arrivals from other countries than China and Iran will have to self isolate for 16 days on arrival, the department said. Foreign nationals arriving from China or Iran will not be allowed to enter the country as part of strict new controls.
Bahrain
The department said all arrivals from the UK will be required to self-isolate for 16 days including those without symptoms, but has not warned against travel.
Singapore
British nationals will not be granted permission to enter Singapore if they have traveled to mainland China, Iran, northern Italy or South Korea within the last 14 days, the FCO said.
Malaysia
The FCO advises against all but essential travel to all islands off the coast of eastern Sabah from Kudat to Tawau, including (but not limited to) Lankayan, Mabul, Pom Pom, Kapalai, Litigan, Sipadan and Mataking.
Portugal
The FCO advises against all but essential travel to the archipelagos of Madeira and the Azores.
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