From today, 8
March, anyone leaving England to travel abroad must complete a form to declare
the reason they need to travel. Travelling for work is considered a
legal exemption, although this is limited to a restricted number of jobs.
Travellers may be
asked to show this declaration form at the port of departure.
Entering a port of
departure to travel internationally without a completed form is a criminal
offence, for which the offender could be fined up to £6,400. If individuals try to travel abroad
without a legally permitted reason, they may also be fined for breaching the
stay at home requirements.
The form is not
required for travel within the UK, to Ireland, the Channel Islands or the Isle
of Man.
Different rules apply for international travel from Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales.