Public health measures in Europe

Travelers may enter France without being subject to quarantine if they provide all of the following documents:

European Digital Passenger Locator Form (DPLF): all travelers must complete this before entering France.

Proof of vaccination.
Validity:

• 7 days after the second dose for two-dose vaccines (Pfizer, Moderna, AstraZeneca)
• 28 days after a single-dose vaccine (Johnson & Johnson)
• 7 days after vaccination for individuals who have previously had COVID-19 (single dose only)
• Accepted vaccines: Pfizer, Moderna, AstraZeneca, Johnson & Johnson.
  Or
• Proof of recovery from COVID-19. Validity: 180 days.
  Or
• A negative pre-departure test result.
  Accepted tests: molecular (PCR) test, valid for 72 hours, and rapid antigen test, valid for 48 hours.

Travelers may present proof of vaccination, proof of recovery from COVID-19, or a negative test result with one of the following:

• A valid European Digital COVID Certificate (EUDCC) that meets the above criteria
• Equivalent documents to the EUDCC that meet the same requirements (in English or French)

Children under 12 years of age are exempt from quarantine and testing requirements. 

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Specific health measures apply for entry into the Czech Republic. They may change depending on current developments, so we encourage you to stay informed of any updates. We invite passengers holding tickets for these European flights to review the health measures in force in the Czech Republic and any updates on the official website of the French government: diplomatie.gouv. We will of course keep you informed if the situation requires it.

Entry requirements for the Czech Republic from France have been tightened since December 27, 2021.
Passengers traveling from France must present the following:

• A completed online declaration, printed in paper format A paper version (PLF) is also available.

OR
A negative PCR test taken less than 72 hours before departure. Travelers must also take a second PCR test no earlier than 5 days and no later than 7 days after arrival, and self-isolate during this period and while awaiting the test result. Individuals who have received two doses of a vaccine are exempt from the requirement to take a second test after arrival.

OR
A medical certificate in English stating that the traveler contracted COVID-19 within the 180 days prior to entry into the country and that the isolation period has ended. After this 180-day period, a full vaccination schedule must be completed.

The following are exempt from the requirement to present a PCR test or proof of COVID-19 recovery:

• Individuals who have received three vaccine doses
• Children under 12 years of age
• Transit passengers staying less than 12 hours, or up to 24 hours if traveling from a neighboring country (except travelers coming from a country classified as high-risk/“red” or “black”)
• Proof of vaccination is only valid if it confirms a complete vaccination schedule. Vaccines accepted by the Czech Republic are those approved by the European Medicines Agency (EMA): Pfizer, Moderna, AstraZeneca, and Johnson & Johnson.

Vaccination is considered valid:

• 14 days after the second dose for two-dose vaccines (Pfizer, Moderna, AstraZeneca)
• 14 days after a single-dose vaccine (Johnson & Johnson)
• Where applicable, a third (“booster”) dose to meet the exemption requirements mentioned above

Any traveler, regardless of their country of origin, may be subject to a biological sample test at the border.
In addition, the main local restrictions are as follows:

• Mandatory mask-wearing (only FFP2 or KN95 masks are allowed) indoors, on public transport, and outdoors if a distance of 1.5 meters cannot be maintained
• Access to hotels, restaurants, cafés, bars, clubs, theaters, performance venues, cinemas, etc., is subject to presenting proof of full vaccination (completed at least 14 days prior) or a certificate of recovery less than six months old. Testing (PCR or antigen) is no longer accepted for access, except for children under 18, individuals who cannot be vaccinated for documented medical reasons, or as a supplement to proof of vaccination completed less than 14 days prior.

For travel to Belgium, please consult the following website: https://www.info-coronavirus.be/en/travellers/

For entry into Belgium from France, the following rules apply:

• For stays longer than 48 hours in Belgium and arrival by plane, boat, train, or bus, travelers must complete the Passenger Locator Form (PLF) before entering Belgium: https://www.info-coronavirus.be/en/plf/
• Travelers coming from a region classified by the Belgian authorities as “green” or “orange”, with or without a COVID certificate, are not required to present a PCR test or undergo quarantine.
• Travelers coming from a region classified as “red” must take a PCR test no more than 72 hours before arrival in Belgium. The test must be negative. In this case, quarantine is not required. Travelers must also take another PCR test on day 7. Children under 12 years old are not required to be tested. Travelers holding a vaccination certificate or a recovery certificate do not need to quarantine or be tested.

Due to the epidemiological situation in the Brussels-Capital Region, travelers coming from a “red” region and without a vaccination or recovery certificate must undergo a 10-day quarantine. They must also take a PCR test on the first day of arrival in Belgium and another PCR test on day 7. The quarantine may be shortened upon receiving a negative test result on day 7.

Travelers coming from a region classified as “very high risk” must take a PCR test on the first day of arrival in Belgium and self-isolate while awaiting the result. They must take another PCR test on day 7. If any of these tests is positive, travelers must observe at least 10 days of quarantine. Travelers holding a vaccination certificate or a recovery certificate do not need to quarantine or be tested.

The Belgian authorities have defined a core set of health measures:

• Hotels, cafés, and restaurants are only open from 5 a.m. to 11 p.m. Restaurant tables are limited to six people. Only seated service is permitted.
• Indoor spaces in cultural and leisure venues (e.g., cinemas, bowling alleys, etc.) are closed, with the exception of museums and libraries.
• Nightclubs and dance venues are closed.
• Wearing a face mask is mandatory from the age of six in all indoor public spaces across the country. This requirement applies to public transport, shops and shopping centers, healthcare facilities, publicly accessible areas in companies, public and judicial buildings, libraries, cultural and sports venues, and fitness centers.

The Covid Safe Ticket (CST) and mask-wearing are required to access cafés, restaurants, hotels, and fitness centers throughout Belgium. They are also mandatory for events gathering more than 50 people indoors and more than 100 people outdoors.

All passengers traveling to Spain by air must complete a personal and non-transferable form. Once completed and signed, the traveler receives a QR code associated with their trip, which must be kept on their mobile phone or printed in order to pass airport health control.

French territory is classified as a “risk region” by the Spanish Ministry of Health. Entry into Spain by air from a risk region is subject to the presentation of one of the following documents, in digital or paper format, written in Spanish, French, German, or English:

• Proof of full vaccination against COVID-19, completed at least 14 days prior. This must include the vaccination date, the vaccine administered, and the country of vaccination.
• A certificate of a negative test for active infection, issued within 48 hours (antigen test) or 72 hours (PCR test) before arrival. This may be a NAAT test (e.g., RT-PCR, TMA, LAMP, NEAR…) or an antigen test included in the European Commission list. Saliva tests not performed in a laboratory (e.g., at-home samples) are not accepted, nor are pharmacy “rapid tests” that do not provide a written result. The certificate must include the identity or travel document number of the tested person.
• A COVID-19 recovery certificate, valid from the 11th day after the first positive diagnostic test and for a total period of 180 days. This document must include the date of the first positive test, the type of test performed, and the country where the certificate was issued.
• The EU Digital COVID Certificate (EUDCC), which includes proof of vaccination, a negative test result, or proof of recovery within the last six months.
• A financial penalty may be imposed if one of these documents is not presented.

The following are exempt from presenting any of these certificates: children under 12 years of age and passengers in transit (connecting flights).

WARNING: All of this information may change at any time, so it is your responsibility to stay informed about travel conditions.

French territory is classified as “red” by the Bulgarian Ministry of Health. Entry into Bulgaria from a risk region by air is subject to the presentation of one of the following two (2) documents, in digital or paper format, written in English:

• A valid EU Digital COVID Certificate (TAC Borders) proving full vaccination against COVID-19 at least 14 days prior, or a similar document including the vaccination date, the vaccine administered, and the country of vaccination.
• A COVID-19 recovery certificate, valid from the 11th day after the first positive diagnostic test and for a total period of 180 days. This document must include the date of the first positive test, the type of test performed, and the country where the certificate was issued.

AND a negative test certificate for active infection, issued within 72 hours prior to arrival in Bulgaria (RT-PCR test only).

In addition, passengers traveling to Sofia must complete the Bulgarian Passenger  Locator  Form (PLF), in paper format only.

Furthermore, at least 5% of travelers arriving from countries on the red list will be randomly tested upon arrival using a rapid antigen test.

In the absence of an EU Digital COVID Certificate or equivalent document, travelers are subject to mandatory 10-day quarantine at home or in another chosen place of accommodation.

The following are exempt from presenting these certificates: children under 12 years of age and passengers in transit (connecting flights).

More information: https://bg.ambafrance.org/Entry-requirements-for-Bulgaria

WARNING: All of this information may change at any time, and it is the responsibility of travelers to stay informed about travel conditions.

Spain:

All passengers traveling to Spain by air must complete a personal and non-transferable form (https://www.spth.gob.es/create). Once completed and signed, the traveler receives a QR code associated with their trip, which must be kept on their mobile phone or printed in order to pass airport health control.

French territory is classified as a “risk region” by the Spanish Ministry of Health. Entry into Spain from a risk region by air is subject to presenting one of the following documents, in digital or paper format, written in Spanish, French, German, or English:

• Proof of full vaccination against COVID-19, completed at least 14 days prior. This must include the vaccination date, the vaccine administered, and the country of vaccination.
• A negative test for active infection, issued within 48 hours (antigen test) or 72 hours (PCR test) prior to arrival. This may be a NAAT test (e.g., RT-PCR, TMA, LAMP, NEAR…) or an antigen test included in the European Commission list. Saliva tests not performed in a laboratory (e.g., home sampling) are not accepted, nor are “rapid tests” from pharmacies that do not provide a written result. The certificate must include the identity or travel document number of the tested person.
• A COVID-19 recovery certificate, valid from the 11th day after the first positive diagnostic test and for a total period of 180 days. This document must include the date of the first positive test, the type of test performed, and the country where the certificate was issued.
• The EU Digital COVID Certificate (EUDCC), which includes proof of vaccination, a negative test result, or proof of recovery within the last six months.
• A financial penalty may be imposed if one of these documents is not presented.

The following are exempt from presenting these certificates: children under 12 years of age and passengers in transit (connecting flights).

More information here: https://es.ambafrance.org/Covid-19-Information-for-travel-between-France-and-Spain

Please note the evolution of health measures for air travel to Italy (Rome) as of February 1, 2022:

Travelers over the age of 6 must present one of the following:

• Proof of a full vaccination schedule (valid for 9 months),
• A certificate of recovery (valid for 6 months),
• A negative test result (antigen test less than 24 hours old or PCR test less than 48 hours old).

Travelers holding a pass issued in another EU Member State must comply with Italian regulations if they wish to access services subject to the Super Green Pass (e.g., transport, hotels, etc.).

Italian authorities also carry out random testing at airports, ports, and land borders, including for travelers who have already been vaccinated and tested before boarding. If the result is positive, the passenger will be placed in isolation and then accompanied to a hotel or COVID facility to complete quarantine.

WARNING: Wearing an FFP2 mask is mandatory on all forms of transport in Italy, including airplanes. Travelers flying to Italy must ensure they wear an FFP2 mask when boarding flights XK810 and XK812 in Ajaccio and Bastia.

More information: https://it.ambafrance.org/Coronavirus-Covid-19-situation-in-Italy-10236

Please take into account the health measures for air travel to Italy on flights to Venice scheduled for February 9 and 13:

• All travelers must complete a digital Passenger Locator Form (dPLF) via the online portal. The paper version  should only be used in case of technical difficulties.

• Travelers over the age of 6 must present one of the following: proof of a full vaccination schedule (valid for 9 months), or a recovery certificate (positive PCR test at least 21 days and less than 6 months old), or a negative test result (antigen test less than 48 hours old or PCR test less than 72 hours old).

Italian authorities also carry out random testing at airports, including for travelers who have already been vaccinated and tested before boarding. If the result is positive, the passenger will be placed in isolation and then transferred to a hotel or COVID facility to complete quarantine.

In addition, wearing an FFP2 mask remains mandatory, particularly on all forms of transport, including flights to Italy. Passengers must ensure they are equipped with this type of mask when boarding at BIA.

More information: https://it.ambafrance.org/Coronavirus-Covid-19-situation-in-Italy-10236

Please take into account the health measures for air travel to Italy on flights to Palermo scheduled for March 10:

• All travelers must complete a digital Passenger Locator Form (dPLF) via the online portal. The paper version  should only be used in case of technical difficulties.

• Travelers over the age of 6 must present one of the following: proof of a full vaccination schedule (valid for 9 months), or a recovery certificate (positive PCR test at least 21 days and less than 6 months old), or a negative test result (antigen test less than 48 hours old or PCR test less than 72 hours old).

Italian authorities also carry out random testing at airports, including for travelers who have already been vaccinated and tested before boarding. If the result is positive, the passenger will be placed in isolation and then transferred to a hotel or COVID facility to complete quarantine.

In addition, wearing an FFP2 mask remains mandatory, particularly on all forms of transport, including flights to Italy. Passengers must ensure they are equipped with this type of mask when boarding in Ajaccio and Figari.

More information: https://it.ambafrance.org/Coronavirus-Covid-19-situation-en-Italy-10236

Health measures have been lifted for entry into Norway.