NEW "2-G-rule" - The following measures are currently in effect in Austria:
• | For hotels, restaurants, bars, nightclubs, leisure centres, gyms, cultural institutions (cinemas, theatres etc.), Christmas markets, ski lifts and body-related services (such as hairdressers), a proof of vaccination/recovery is mandatory | • | For events with 25 people or more, a proof of vaccination/recovery is mandatory (children under the age of 12 are exempt) | • | FFP2 masks are required on public transport and in all retail businesses and museums | • | 2-dose-vaccinations are valid for 9 months only after the second dose from December 6 onwards. After that period, a booster jab is required for a valid proof of full vaccination. Attention: The 1-dose vaccine by Johnson & Johnson is only valid until 3 January 2022, after that date a booster jab is required as well. |
The following additional measures are in force in Vienna:
• | Extended FFP2 mask requirement in public indoor spaces, for body-related services, and in restaurants, coffee houses, etc. (except while seated) | • | New "2-G+" rule for bars, clubs, nightlife and for events with more than 25 participants. "2-G+" means proof of full vaccination/past infection and additionally, a negative PCR text no older than 48h after taking the test | • | In all areas where the new "2-G+" rule is in effect, face masks are no longer mandatory. |
Please note that we will provide you with more information as it becomes available.
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