When do the new UK rules against visa-free travel for Vanuatu citizens come into effect?

I invested in a Vanuatu passport a few years ago and have been planning a short trip to the UK starting next week which I had booked two weeks ago. Now that the UK isn’t allowing visa-free travel to Vanuatu citizens, do I have to apply for a visa for this trip (which won’t be possible) or is there some grace period before the decision applies?

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On July 22, 2023 Martin St-Hilaire answered:

The changes, which come into effect immediately, will apply to all ni-Vanuatu seeking to enter the UK. However, there will be a four-week transition period until 15:00 BST Thursday 16 August, during which visitors who booked their travel before 15:00 BST 19 July can still enter the UK.

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