England fans face pre-travel tests and vaccine passports to enter SHOPS as Qatar introduces tough Covid rules

ENGLAND fans face pre-travel tests and need vaccine passports just to enter SHOPS at the World Cup after Qatar introduced new Covid rules.

Supporters from around the globe will descend on the Middle East in November to watch their respective nations in action at the showpiece.

However, a new report from has detailed the full guidelines of what people need to do amid the rule change to enter the country for the World Cup.

Regardless of vaccination status, all travellers to Qatar must now take a lab-certified Covid test before arriving.

There are also a number of other pre-boarding requirements to complete.

The report states that not only must you upload your NHS vaccine certificate and complete a passenger locator form, but it is compulsory to install Qatar’s Covid app, Ehteraz.

And there are even more rules to follow once you actually set foot in the country.

Everyone must show their Ehteraz app before entering a shop or restaurant.

Despite it being reportedly similar to the NHS version, another issue is getting internet access to use it.

Doha allegedly has poor Wi-Fi networks, which need you to register beforehand and receive a security code to use, which means you may have to end up paying a “hefty” roaming charge.

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Fortunately, Qatar has recently relaxed the strict mask-wearing rules regarding shopping and hospitality venues, although they are still needed on public transport.

But all of the above still means more hassle on top of a pricey trip to Qatar for the showcase.

England take on Italy and Germany later this month in Nations League clashes in their final matches before the World Cup kicks off in Qatar.

The Three Lions will begin their campaign against Iran on November 21, with further group matches against the USA on November 25 and a clash with Wales four days later.