Planning travel during COVID-19
Before you travel, you should read country-specific travel advice for each host country:
The FCDO advises against all but essential travel to most host countries. Your travel insurance policy may not provide cover if you travel to a country where the FCDO advise against ‘all but essential travel’ or ‘all travel’, so you will need to check your insurance as it may not be valid. For more information read FCDO advice on travel insurance.
Before you travel, check FCDO travel advice for information on entry restrictions and requirements in the country you’re visiting. These may change with little warning. If you’re travelling to a game from a country other than the UK, you should check whether there are currently any restrictions on travel from that country. Monitor our travel advice for the latest updates and stay in contact with your travel provider.
When you return, you will need to follow the rules for entering the UK from abroad. All Euro 2020 overseas host countries are currently on the ‘amber list’ for entering England. This page will be updated if host countries change status before or during the tournament. Check what you must do to enter England, Scotland, Wales or Northern Ireland.
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Official Euro 2020 information
The official tournament website and the UEFA 2020 smartphone app provide information on each host city, match schedules and ticketing. You can also follow the official UEFA 2020 Twitter account for updates before and during the tournament.
UEFA answer questions spectators might have in the official spectator event guide, with additional information about COVID-19 mitigation measures at the stadium and travel information for each host city.
Tournament schedule and host cities
The rearranged 2020 UEFA European Championships will take place in cities across Europe from 11 June to 11 July 2021.
There are 11 host cities:
- Amsterdam
- Baku
- Bucharest
- Budapest
- Copenhagen
- Glasgow
- London
- Munich
- Rome
- Seville
- St Petersburg
The tournament schedule was finalised in November 2020 following the UEFA 2020 play off matches.
England will play all 3 Group D games at Wembley Stadium, London and could then play overseas Round of 16 games in Copenhagen, Seville or Budapest.
Scotland will also play all three Group D games in the UK, 2 at Hampden Park, Glasgow and one at Wembley Stadium, London. Scotland could then play overseas Round of 16 games in Copenhagen, Seville or Budapest.
Wales will play two Group A games in Baku and one match in Rome and could then play overseas Round of 16 games in Amsterdam, Seville or Bucharest.
If England, Scotland and/or Wales progress to the quarterfinals, they will play matches in either Rome, St Petersburg, Munich or Baku.
Further guidance for knockout matches will be published on this page if host countries change status before or during the tournament.
Match tickets
Most host cities will have reduced stadium capacity in line with local COVID-19 restrictions.
Tickets will be sold through the official tournament website or national football associations.
If you buy a ticket through any unofficial means, it may not be valid.
Passports and carrying identification
If host countries change status and you can travel, check before you book your trip that your passport is valid for travel. You must renew your passport before travelling if it does not have sufficient validity remaining:
- in the European Union, your passport should have at least 6 months remaining on it and be less than 10 years old. Use the passport checker to find out if you need to renew your passport
- to enter Russia, your passport should be valid for a minimum period of 6 months
- to enter Azerbaijan, your passport should be valid for a minimum period of 6 months
You should keep your passport secure at all times and have a photocopy of the details page.
It is a legal requirement to carry identification in some host countries. Police may ask you to show identity documents.
If you lose your passport
If you lose your passport in any host country, you will need to apply for an Emergency Travel Document. This may mean a change or delay to your travel plans. The fee for an Emergency Travel Document is £100.
Entry requirements
You do not need a visa to visit host cities in the European Union. You’ll need to get a visa before you travel to Azerbaijan or Russia.
Before you travel, check FCDO Travel Advice for information on entry restrictions and requirements. These may change with little warning. Monitor our travel advice for the latest updates and stay in contact with your travel provider.
Insurance and healthcare
During the COVID-19 pandemic, it is more important than ever to get travel insurance and check it it is valid and provides sufficient cover. Read the FCDO’s guidance on foreign travel insurance. Insurance can save you a lot of money if you get into difficulties.
You should be prepared for any unplanned or extended stays due to changes in COVID-related restrictions or your travel arrangements. If you take regular medication, make sure you have adequate supplies to cover you in case you are required to quarantine as a result of a positive COVID test.
Make sure your insurance policy also covers the cost of medical treatment abroad, repatriation and any planned activities.
There are no UK healthcare agreements with Russia and Azerbaijan, so travel insurance is essential.
The use or possession of some common prescription and over-the-counter medicines may be banned in certain countries. Check country travel advice before you travel. Contact the host country’s embassy or consulate in the UK if you need more information.
For games taking place in the EU, make sure you have a valid European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) or a UK Global Healthcare Card (GHIC)
Travel within Europe
There will be increased demand on flights, trains, and hotels throughout the tournament and availability may be limited.
COVID-19 restrictions
Some countries will have COVID-19 restrictions in place. You should follow local guidance, particularly when in public areas.
Public transport
During the tournament, use public transport to get to the stadium. Private vehicles may not be allowed near to the stadiums. A limited number of public parking spaces will be available close to stadiums for match ticket holders in exceptional circumstances, for example if the ticket holder has told the organising authorities in advance of a pre-existing mobility issue.
Driving
Driving in all host countries (except the UK) is on the right hand side. You should make sure you have valid driving documents and insurance, and refer to driving abroad guidance and RAC website for further information.
Returning to the UK
When you return to the UK, you must follow the rules for entering the UK. You are responsible for organising your own COVID-19 test, in line with UK government testing requirements.
Accommodation and registration
Booking accommodation in advance is strongly recommended. For longer stays in Russia and Azerbaijan, you may need to register your visit on arrival. The registration is normally done by your hotel or guest house, but it’s your responsibility to make sure that this has been done.
UEFA Festival
As part of the UEFA Festival, some cities may have public events that celebrate arts, culture, community, music and football. Check the official official tournament website, where updates on all events and activities will be published.
Diversity
Attitudes towards lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) travellers around the world can vary, and may be different from those in the UK. For further information, check our Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender foreign travel advice as well as country-specific advice.
Safety and security
During the tournament, stadiums and other associated UEFA Festival venues are likely to be protected by enhanced safety and security measures. Check the official tournament website for requirements at all venues.
In an emergency
112 is the emergency number in all EU member states, as well as Russia.
In Azerbaijan, the emergency services numbers are:
- Fire – 101
- Police – 102
- Ambulance – 103
If you need urgent help, contact the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) in London on +44 20 7008 5000 (available 24/7 from your location).
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Disclaimer
This information is provided as a general guide and is based upon information provided to the FCDO by the relevant authorities and may be subject to change at any time with little or no notice. The FCDO and will not be liable for any inaccuracies in this information. British nationals wishing to obtain any further information must contact the relevant local authority.
