COVID-19 Test Requirements For Some International Journeys
Coronavirus (COVID-19) test requirements for some journeys
Several countries have introduced COVID-19 testing requirements for hauliers. The rules are different in each country. Check the rules before you travel and take the necessary action.
You need a negative test result before you travel to:
Where to get a free COVID-19 test
You can get a free COVID-19 test at a haulier advice site offering testing if you’re:
- an HGV driver or crew
- a van or other light goods vehicle (LGV) driver
Information and advice sites (and available COVID-19 testing)
At haulier advice sites, HGV drivers can:
- Take a COVID test, which they need to cross into Denmark, France, Germany and Netherlands
- Find out about the rules and documents needed to move goods between the UK and EU
- Complete a free border readiness check to ensure they have the correct documentation to cross the EU border
- Get help using the Check an HGV is ready to cross the border service
Hauliers handbook
Guidance for haulage companies and commercial drivers moving goods between Great Britain
(England, Scotland and Wales) and the European Union.
Check an HGV Service
HGV drivers or designated hauliers must use the Check an HGV is ready to cross the border service to get a Kent Access Permit (KAP) if they are using the Port of Dover or Eurotunnel. You need a negative COVID-19 test result before you travel to Denmark France Germany or Netherlands.
Trader Support Service
If you move goods between Great Britain and Northern Ireland, the free-to-use Trader Support Service will guide you through any changes linked to the implementation of the Northern Ireland Protocol. Sign up online.