Greece’s Covid rules will face a major change from June 1, when the mask mandate will be scrapped in most places.
From Wednesday, masks will only be compulsory in public transport, hospitals and care facilities for the elderly.
The change comes exactly a month after the country scrapped all Covid entry rules on May 1.
Although Scottish airmen face winding queues ahead of the Platinum Jubilee weekend, the end of most Covid rules in Greece – domestically and in travel – will be a boost for the travel hotspot.
The UK Foreign Office has updated its advice in light of the change, which states: “From 1 June it is only compulsory to wear a mask on public transport and in hospitals and care settings. elderly care.
“In all other spaces, there is no legal obligation to wear a mask.”
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Whether you’re sightseeing in Athens or flocking to the sunny Greek islands of Santorini or Mykonos, travel will be smooth for vacationers upon arrival.
National Covid measures – such as showing proof of vaccination to enter restaurants, bars and clubs – were also scrapped earlier this month.
And that’s not to say Greek authorities scrapped passenger locator forms in March.
However, entry requirements and Covid rules vary by destination.
Although unvaccinated people are now allowed in Spain, travelers must show proof of vaccination and they may need a booster.
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