These 3 EU / EEA countries have already removed all the rules for joining COVID-19
After assessing the current situation of COVID-19 and finding that travel restrictions no longer play an important role in preventing the spread of the virus, two European Economic Area countries – Iceland, Norway – and one European Union country – Slovenia – have already decided to lift their entry measures. in full.
Icelandic authorities announced last month that all passengers, regardless of their vaccinations and recovery status, will be able to enter the country without having to comply with any restrictions.
“All COVID-19 measures on the Icelandic border are now over. Therefore, no preventive measures against COVID-19 will be implemented at the border, regardless of whether individuals are vaccinated or unvaccinated. Please note that visa requirements have not changed, “ stated the Icelandic authorities.
In addition to lifting travel restrictions for incoming passengers, Iceland has also lifted all domestic restrictions on COVID-19, SchengenVisaInfo.com reports.
As in Iceland, Norway has already abolished all its entry rules. From 12 February, all travelers, including those who have not been vaccinated, cured or tested, can travel to Norway without worrying about entry measures.
»No testing, no quarantine, no registration! As of 12 February 2022, all requirements for entry into COVID-19 for all passengers to Norway have been abolished, “ it says in a statement by the Norwegian authorities.
In addition, Norway has abolished all remaining national rules regarding COVID-19. Travelers, as well as citizens of the country, are no longer allowed to wear masks or follow the rules of social distancing. Social and cultural life is also returning to normal.
“Other restrictions have also been lifted. Nowhere in the country do you have to wear a face mask, and the rules of social distancing have been lifted. Social and cultural life has now returned to normal: all bars, restaurants and museums are open and you can attend all kinds of events, such as concerts and conferences, ” added the Norwegian authorities.
Slovenia has also lifted restrictions. Passengers can now enter the territory of Slovenia without having to present a vaccine, a certificate of recovery or a negative test result.
“As of 19 February 2022, restrictions due to Covid-19 no longer apply to entry into Slovenia. This means that the condition of RVT (cured / vaccinated / tested) no longer has to be met at the border and passengers will no longer be quarantined at home, “ the Slovenian authorities announced in February.
In addition, the state also lifted domestic restrictions on COVID-19, returning to the pre-pandemic state.
Unlike the three countries mentioned above, other EU / EEA countries continue to maintain the current rules for the entry of COVID-19.
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