Europe, green pass rules in other countries
In Italy, the Green Pass has been the topic du jour for several weeks now. The discussion is more heated than ever, [...]
In Italy, the Green Pass has been the topic du jour for several weeks now. The discussion is more heated than ever, considering that it will become mandatory in the workplace as well. One therefore wonders what the situation is in the rest of Europe. Does the green certificate have the same relevance elsewhere? Is there an obligation to show the now well-known QR Code? Let's take a look at the major nations of the old continent.
United Kingdom
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Boris Johnson's government had announced the arrival of mandatory Green Pass by the end of September. There has been a resounding backtrack, however. The citizens of the United Kingdom do not have to present the QR code to participate in nightlife inside venues or take part in concerts and sporting events. The exception, however, is Scotland, which has announced the introduction of a mandatory green certificate as of October 1, 2021.
Denmark
The news of theAbolition of all measures related to the Covid-19 emergency in Denmark. Thus, we are back to life as we knew it in 2019, after 548 days of restrictions. It goes without saying that there is no need to show the Green Pass to access certain types of services. The big push in that direction has been the high adherence to the vaccination campaign. In fact, more than 80% of the population has completed the cycle.
Sweden
September 29 will be an important date for the people of Sweden. By that day, in fact, Most of the restrictions will be lifted active today to limit the spread of the virus. A Green Pass is required, however, for anyone arriving from abroad.
Switzerland
Definitely more restrictive the line taken in Switzerland, where the Green Pass is of paramount importance. As of Sept. 13, all citizens over the age of 16 must show a green certificate to enter bars, restaurants, sports facilities and, in general, all indoor public access places. Added to this are sporting events and concerts. Autonomy of choice is instead left to schools and universities.
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France
The line imposed by the French government is very similar to that of Italy. The Green Pass is crucial and especially mandatory. One must have to show the QR code for shows, sporting events, festivals, indoor areas of bars and restaurants, trains, planes and hospitals. In addition, since Sept. 15, mandatory vaccination (full cycle) for health personnel has been in effect. Given the increase in the number of vaccinated, however, the requirement to wear a mask, outdoors as well as indoors, has been skipped.
Germany and Austria
Also the Germany preferred not to impose mandatory vaccination but, at the same time, has green pass made mandatory for a large number of activities. To obtain a green certificate, one must be vaccinated, cured of Covid-19 or have a negative test, the validity of which is limited. All this is required to gain access to restaurants, bars, and indoor swimming pools. Hospitals, hairdressers and hotels are also added to the list. Without the certificate, in fact, one cannot stay overnight. The same course of action applies to Austria, however, where no the mask requirement.
Portugal
The Portuguese government has decided for The mandatory nature of the Green Pass in hotels and all accommodations, as well as gyms and restaurants. It is also necessary to show the code at cultural and sporting events, as long as a quota of 1,000 participants is exceeded if outdoors or 500 if indoors.
Belgium
No existing obligations in everyday life. Conversely for events, it is necessary to be in possession of the QR code if there are expected to be more than 1,500 participants. It is also mandatory to wear a mask for anyone working in the hospitality industry.
Greece
As of September 13, theMandatory Green Pass in activities and premises such as bars and restaurants. The same applies to theater performances and long-distance train rides. Weekly double swabbing or vaccination, on the other hand, in the workplace. No difference in this regard whether private or public.
Spain
There is no green certificate requirement on Spanish territory. Making headlines were regional court rulings declaring the practice invalid. The only limitation is the use of masks indoors. This is also made possible by the vaccine plan figures, with 75.9% of the population covered by full cycle and 78.9% by at least one dose.
