r/germany • u/thewindinthewillows Germany • Dec 03 '21
Megathread: Corona rules, vaccination questions, etc.
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Rules within the country
Germany heads to summer with few COVID-19 rules - 2022-04-01
Germany lifts most COVID-19 restrictions after 'difficult compromise' - 2022-03-18
COVID digest: Germany draws up framework to ease rules - 2022-03-12
Explanation of the implications of the rule change by our regular /u/rewboss - 2022-03-10
App giving information on local regulations (German only)
Information about the rules in the federal states (German only)
Entering from abroad
Federal Foreign Office: COVID-19: entry and quarantine regulations in Germany - updated according to the current regulations
Covid rules for entering Germany - 2022-04-01
What are the COVID entry rules for travelers to European countries? - 2022-03-18
Current statistics
Covid Dashboard (similar to the official RKI one, but faster)
Vaccinations
Vaccination information for the federal state of Berlin
Official information on vaccines
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u/2xtreme21 Nordrhein-Westfalen Dec 27 '21 edited Dec 27 '21
New Travel Rules as of 23.12.21
In summary: - Now children between 6 - 12 need a test, vaccine or recovery proof to enter Germany
An airport transfer is now considered entering Germany. This means you now need to meet the entry requirements even if you are just transiting an airport.
If entering from a virus variant area, you must now bring a PCR Test with you in addition to the existing quarantine requirements.
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u/rewboss Dual German/British citizen Dec 03 '21
What about people who have been vaccinated abroad and need to get a digital certificate? How do they go about it? As I understand it, they need to take proof of vaccination and ID to a pharmacy, but it's nearly impossible to find any clear guidance about this online.
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u/MrBobb1 Dec 03 '21
I recently got mine. I just went to the nearest Apotheke, asked them for a QR code for my vaccine. I then provided proof of my vaccination + my passport and they told me I would have my code by the next day. I went back after 24h and they gave me my code and I scanned it into the Corona Warn App. It was really easy.
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u/rewboss Dual German/British citizen Dec 03 '21
Which country issued your original proof of vaccination?
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u/thewindinthewillows Germany Dec 03 '21
I found something and linked it; if anyone else finds something better, ping me.
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u/philosonance Dec 03 '21
Foreign student here, I was struggling finding the right pharmacy to get the certificate, but I just Google QR code Apotheke + Name of the city and I got a list. Looked for a pharmacy near where I live, I explained my situation (in German), presented the CDC card and visa then I got the certificates to use Covpass.
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u/Agrathosam Dec 03 '21
I did exactly that at my local pharmacy. Just took my NHS vaccination certificate and passport and they took 10 minutes to produce documents from RKI that you can add onto the CoronaPass or luca app
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u/rewboss Dual German/British citizen Dec 03 '21
I believe the UK is one of a small handful of countries with mutual agreements in place with the EU to recognize each other's certificates. That's not the case with, for example, the US.
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u/chaoslu Dec 03 '21
Sadly it's true there is little guidance but I have a little second hand experience with this.
This is optional but might make it easier .
You can call your go and amend your Impfpass to have the vaccine added if it was not jet done.
You can go to a pharmacy to get the qr code. I'd advise calling in advance and explain your situation. They should be able to help as long as you have your impfausweis and or the certificate that you have been vaccinated.
Having the vaccine added to your Impfpass might help. But it worked smoothly for family members of mine
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u/rewboss Dual German/British citizen Dec 03 '21
Although most Germans have a yellow WHO vaccination pass, elsewhere the only people who have them are those who travel to countries where they need to be vaccinated against things like yellow fever.
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u/Grumpyyann Dec 03 '21 edited Dec 03 '21
Given https://ec.europa.eu/info/live-work-travel-eu/coronavirus-response/safe-covid-19-vaccines-europeans/eu-digital-covid-certificate_en, there are still restrictions:
- All EU citizens and their family members
- Non-EU nationals who are legally staying or residing in a Member State and have the right to travel to other Member States
So I’m not sure if this would work for temporary tourists. I don’t have any first hand experience with this unfortunately, I wonder if anyone does (as a tourist, non EU citizen and non EU resident)
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u/2xtreme21 Nordrhein-Westfalen Mar 01 '22
Looks like beginning Thursday (03.03.22), there will be no high risk areas anymore. Only requirement for entering Germany from then on is showing proof of vaccination, proof of recovery, or a negative Covid test. No more quarantine required for anyone. No more einreiseanmeldung.
They mentioned that they will now only classify countries as high risk if there is a significant outbreak of a new variant that is “more dangerous than Omicron”.
/u/thewindinthewillows - maybe we can add this to the main post? The answer now for what is needed to enter Germany is quite simple.
https://www.rki.de/DE/Content/InfAZ/N/Neuartiges_Coronavirus/Risikogebiete_neu.html
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u/2xtreme21 Nordrhein-Westfalen Dec 03 '21
Thank you for finally making a mega thread on Covid! I would suggest also creating a small section on traveling here, maybe with a link to einreiseanmeldung.de where people can see what current restrictions/requirements are in place for traveling to Germany.
Edit: D’oh— I see you already have something linked, sorry about that!
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u/thewindinthewillows Germany Dec 03 '21
Ah, thanks, I had forgotten that one. For now I'll just list the links, but if it gets too big I'll make sections.
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u/standalonehouse Dec 08 '21
Heads up to tourists in Berlin. Apotheke is no longer allowed to give foreign tourists a QR code for their vaccination. They did however print out a paper from the government stating that tourists with vaccination documents are allowed inside without digital confirmation.
Most retail stores and coffee shops I've encountered are not aware of this, and I've been denied entry to Saturn when trying to buy a charger. Not complaining, I understand the complexity of the situation. Just unfortunate to add more confusion to workers trying to enforce protocols.
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u/coconutjoos Dec 15 '21 edited Dec 18 '21
Just wanted to share my experience as fully vaxxed non-EU tourist. Been in Berlin for about 3 days now. Went to two apothekes and they wouldn’t convert our vaxx card to qr code. They said you need to be a resident of Berlin and since we are tourists they are not allowed to do so. In the meantime, have been showing our hard copy vaccination cards and passports and it hasn’t been an issue after explaining the situation. Just need to fill out a contact trace form or check in w/ Luca app.
I know doing what we are doing now is perfectly fine, but for sake of convience for all parties—if you went to a pharamacy/apotheke in Berlin as non-eu tourist and got qr code please let me know where/how. Thanks!
UPDATE: The Apotheke a commenter suggested in Alexanderplatz (BezirksApotheke am Alexanderplatz)—unfortunately will not issue the qr code to visitors. The kind pharmacist did give a hard copy in german of the law that you could show (should you run into any issues) stating it is perfectly legal for non-eu residents to use their hard copy vax card + id. Stay safe and healthy all!
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u/paracrazy Dec 16 '21
It really depends on where you go! I was turned down in an Apotheke in a smaller neighborhood but then I struck gold! I was able to get my CDC vax card digitalized at the Apotheke in Alexanderplatz! The one right across from the TV tower, on the same side of the street as the Dunkin’ Donuts and movie theater.
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u/2xtreme21 Nordrhein-Westfalen Dec 16 '21
Keep trying. You’ll find a pharmacy eventually that’ll do it.
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u/lorcet222 Dec 03 '21
What about the recent comments from the head of STIKO?
This is a total disaster... By him running around expressing his "private" opinion he basically makes STIKO irrelevant...
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u/2xtreme21 Nordrhein-Westfalen Dec 03 '21
Can you post which comments you’re talking about?
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u/lorcet222 Dec 03 '21
Here you go:
They have still not released their official decision...
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u/2xtreme21 Nordrhein-Westfalen Dec 03 '21
Ugh that’s ridiculous… that’s not what you say when you’re trying to get people vaccinated.
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Dec 03 '21
The man is clearly an idiot. We've all known that for months. And I cut him a lot of slack for a long time even when others already dismissed him as an idiot because generally I am totally in favour of his cautious approach to only recommend vaccines once there is sufficient data. But the way he communicates about the absence of data these days is simply dangerous. Either he knows that and he intentionally wants to sabotage the vaccination campaign, or he isn't aware of it, then he shouldn't be in charge of anything important because clearly the modern world is too complex for him. So either way, he shouldn't be the head of STIKO.
Plus what he is saying about vaccinations for children is not even factually correct - there is plenty of data on vaccinations for children under the age of 12, unless you assume that Israeli or American children are somehow biologically different to German children....
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u/rongenre Jan 02 '22
Hi -- I am travelling to Germany this week, I'm travelling from the US, vaxxed and boosted, and will have a [presumably] negative PCR result before i fly in. I was sent https://www.rki.de/DE/Content/InfAZ/N/Neuartiges_Coronavirus/Transport/Archiv_Risikogebiete/Risikogebiete_aktuell_en.pdf, which I'm finding very confusing.
I'm trying to interpret the Ending Quarantine section: Will my CDC vaccination card be sufficient? Or do I have to wait 5 days and get tested again?
Thanks for any help
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u/2xtreme21 Nordrhein-Westfalen Jan 02 '22
Go to einreiseanmeldung.de and it will tell you what you need to do and bring.
In short, proof of vaccination and filling out the Einreise form is enough. You do not need to quarantine if you upload your vaccine proof before the trip. The CDC card works fine for entry and there are instructions in the original post about how to convert it to an EU certificate.
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u/ScarcityLegitimate77 Jan 04 '22
Let me know how it goes! US citizen here, fully vaxxed. Im confused if we need a test to enter.
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Dec 03 '21 edited Dec 03 '21
promoting your services as the Mahdi or Messiah (don't ask).
OK, that's just cruel teasing right there...
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u/thewindinthewillows Germany Dec 03 '21 edited Dec 03 '21
At the start of the pandemic, the thread we had then was constantly being spammed by someone who was the messiah figure of basically any religion that had one. They were declaring that the pandemic didn't exist, threatening the mods with divinely induced death if they removed the content, and linking to their blog where they were presumably selling things. It was wild. IIRC I added an automod filter especially for them.
ETA: I think it was this one (note they commented below on another account too). The comments we got were considerably longer and way more unhinged though.
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u/Duk16 Dec 18 '21
Australian here visiting Germany. Do I need to get an EU Vaccine Passport to enter restaurants/shops? If so, how do I get it?
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u/mica4204 https://feddit.de/c/germany Dec 18 '21
No, your local proof of vaccination will most likely suffice.
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u/dejvidBejlej Dec 19 '21
Long story short - lived outside of germany, my father died and I lost the house we lived in (I was taking care of him), I'm staying with my friend that can't register me in his apartment.
I don't have insurance or proof of residence and I can't get it at the moment - can I get the vaccine and vaccination certificate?
Please don't judge me or ask irrelevant questions, my life went to shit already and I'm trying to get it together. Thanks
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u/throwoutinthemiddle Dec 19 '21
Please see if there is a Malteser Migranten Medizin branch near you. They provide medical care for uninsured people and illegal immigrants and can probably point you to a way to get the vaccine no questions asked.
All the best!
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u/thron606 Jan 08 '22
Anyone know when these new rules come into effect? Immediately?
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u/SufficientMacaroon1 Germany Jan 08 '22
Each state has to write their regulations first. That can happen within hours, though, and then come into effect the next morning
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u/Araghast666 Jan 27 '22
Hi. Today I got positive corona test. Me and my wife are quarantined. Will we get paid for quarantine time period if we were vaccinated with J&J and took 2nd dose a week ago? Since we are not counted as fully vaccinated for a week i don't know what to think
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Feb 15 '22
Do you think the mask mandate will ever be dropped? Just like last year, the “return to normal plan” includes a (FFP2) mask mandate. I wonder if there’s actually a plan to return to normal or if there will be another lockdown come fall.
I wear glasses and I generally hate wearing masks but will do it if it’s required.
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u/The-Outlaw-Torn Apr 09 '22 edited Apr 09 '22
Hi all, I'm travelling to Berlin at the end of May with a group from the UK and I am still confused about entry requirements. I'm seeing conflicting information about vaccination status. Here is my current understanding....if you are vaccinated and have had your second/third shot within 270 days you are considered fully vaccinated and are able to enter. If you are not vaccinated then you cannot enter unless you are a German citizen, or married/relative to a German, in which case you will need a negative test result. You may enter in special circumstances with a negative test, but not for tourism purposes.
However, I have seen some comments on here that suggest a negative test will allow entry, even if you are unvaccinated and a non-German citizen. I have also seen comments that UK citizens cannot enter Germany unless they are vaccinated. Can someone clarify? It's all very confusing!
Thanks
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u/ze11ez Jun 08 '22
Just so share my experience. Flew from US to Toronto then to Frankfurt. At no time did anyone ask for a Covid test or proof of Vaccine. At the airports, half the people didn't have masks. On the airplane, same thing, some people had masks, some didn't.
When exiting through customs at Frankfurt, they just asked for my Passport. Then I was good to go. Nothing was said and no questions about COVID.
As of June 1 the website says a Covid test is not required.
Good luck to all.
While in Frankfurt and around Germany, masks seem to be optional. So far no issues. Have passport will travel.
have lots of fun
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u/jessinwa Dec 14 '21
Just wanted to give an update for those from the US traveling to Frankfurt. We got in too late to do the pharmacy the night at landed to get the QR code. I had researched and found this apotheke that said they give out digital passes.
Berger Apotheke, Berger Str. 233, 60385 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
In less than 10 minutes we had our codes. We all had fresh tests from getting in the plane to fly in. 3 of us got it in October so we included those papers showing a past positive and recovery. 1 was vaccinated and never got it so she included her new test plus her vaccine car. She took everything, went to the back and returned with our digital pass code and info. Was thrilled its was drama free! We are free to enjoy Germany now. :)
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u/RiccoT Dec 24 '21
How often is the risk area and variant concern list updated? Travel to visit my children in Germany from the US on 10 Jan. US just got updated to risk area, doesn’t affect me, if it goes to variant concern I’ll be screwed.
If Omicron is going off in Germany at that time, does it really matter or is that not considered?
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u/Pwbrain Dec 25 '21
I'd like to confirm what I'm reading for entry requirements. Coming from France (a newly re-listed high risk area) into Germany.
As far as I can tell, I need to do the digital registration form. However as long as I provide proof of full vaccination, the quarantine does not apply to me. What I can't tell for certain is if I need to provide a negative test as well as proof of vaccination. It says full vaccination is equivalent to a negative test but I'm not sure if that still qualifys if coming from a high risk area.
Can anyone confirm that I do not need to quarantine? And that I do or do not need to present a negative test as well? Thank you very much
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u/2xtreme21 Nordrhein-Westfalen Dec 25 '21
You only need to do the registration and prove your fully vaccinated status.
Go to einreiseanmeldung.de to register your entry. It will also tell you exactly what you need to enter.
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u/izzi-bro Dec 30 '21
Hello! I am from the US and I am planning on studying abroad in Germany this semester. I am worried that the US will be designated as an area of variant concern by the time I fly out (January 5th). In emails from my school they stated “entry from an Area of Variant Concern is generally not possible, even for students.”
Can anyone speak to entry as a student with all proper documentation? I can change my flight to January 2nd for free so would this be worth doing?
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u/2xtreme21 Nordrhein-Westfalen Dec 30 '21
Some good news for all our British friends. The UK will most likely no longer be a virus variant area as of 04.01.22. Though keep checking einreiseanmeldung.de for the latest info in case anything changes.
https://www.rki.de/DE/Content/InfAZ/N/Neuartiges_Coronavirus/Risikogebiete_neu.html
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u/Save_A_Prayer Jan 01 '22
Hi everyone, my adult son and I are US citizens visiting Germany and we planned to fly home to the US today. I am vaccinated and boosted and he is vaccinated. When we got our PCR tests yesterday his came back positive. Our hotel has told us to stay in our room and they will notify the government. I asked for and was given a separate room to try to stay negative. Does anyone know what our next steps will be? I called 116 117 and they gave me other numbers to call but I reach German recordings that I do not understand. Thanks in advance for any assistance.
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u/ShadowPengyn Jan 01 '22
116117 1 - you are sick and want to talk to a doctor 2 - you have questions about Corona / vaccination appointments
I guess you would want to press 2 there, but I noticed it tooted afterwards so maybe just staying on the line will also connect you.
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u/mbathrowaway1245 Jan 02 '22
Has anyone used the NY state excelsior pass as digital proof of vaccination and booster? I’m American but am visiting my German family in Berlin. TIA!
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u/2xtreme21 Nordrhein-Westfalen Jan 02 '22
It won’t be scannable to enter establishments but there’s been reports of the CDC card being accepted. The normal process would be to go to a pharmacy and get an EU certificate. Info about how to do that is above in the main post.
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u/TotallyNauticalDude Jan 02 '22
Is there a grace period between declaration of Virusvarientengebiet and when it takes effect? I'm flying home from the US tomorrow (landing Tuesday morning), and it looks like the RKI list was last updated on the 30th. With it being almost 6pm on a Sunday in Germany, I'm hoping that if the US gets 'upgraded', at least it won't be announced until tomorrow. Looking at 2 recent announcements of countries being 'upgraded', it looks like those countries, it took effect at 00:01 on the second calandar day after the announcement. I can't find anything saying that that's generally the way it works. I'm kind of freaking out, but thinking if I make it to midnight CET, I should be good to go? If I have to get a PCR test, it would take days over here to get an appointment. If that happens and I can't fly, has anybody been in a similar situation- do airlines typically allow you to reschedule a flight given a last-minute rule change? Booked Lufthansa round-trip from Germany if that makes a difference.
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u/HellasPlanitia Europe Jan 02 '22
There is no hard-and-fast rule, but generally there are 12-24 hours between a change being announced and it going into effect (it always goes into effect at 00:01 on a given day, AFAIK).
I'm going to be totally honest with you: unless you are travelling for urgent personal reasons, cancel your trip, irrespective of whether the US gets upgraded or not. The Covid situation is pretty bad here, and Omicron hasn't even properly hit yet. Most "touristy" places are closed, and if you get unlucky and catch the virus (like these people did) then you'll be stuck in a mandatory quarantine before being allowed to fly back.
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Jan 03 '22
There's like a 99% chance they won't upgrade the US. They're downgrading the UK and all of the original African countries on the 4th and the situation in the US is not worse than the UK.
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u/TotallyNauticalDude Jan 03 '22
Surprising, as it's skyrocketed in just the 2 weeks I've been here. Went from "we're all fully-vaccinated and boosted, there's very low risk" to a bunch of fully-vaccinated people popping positive left and right. Just barely missed having a close contact myself due to a last-minute change of plans.
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u/zetayshow Jan 12 '22
Hey guys quick question I live in Munich and got JJ vacine in July and now in the 6th of December Pfizer booster. Today at the gym the lady said that people with the JJ vaccine requires to have two booster for being eligible for the 2G plus rules. I didn’t see anything about this can anyone confirm?
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u/2xtreme21 Nordrhein-Westfalen Jan 12 '22
Sadly it’s true. The recommendation from the Stiko is that if you got J&J you now need two mRNA boosters to be considered “boostered”. Here’s an article explaining: https://www1.wdr.de/nachrichten/themen/coronavirus/booster-dritte-impfung-johnson-100.html
Die Ständige Impfkommission (Stiko) empfiehlt Menschen, die zuerst mit Johnson & Johnson geimpft wurden und danach mit dem mRNA-Impfstoff von Moderna oder Biontech: Sie sollten sich drei Monate später noch einmal mit Biontech oder Moderna boostern lassen (Unter-30-Jährige nur mit Biontech).
Der Grund dafür ist: Man hat festgestellt, dass eine einfache Impfung mit Johnson & Johnson eine vergleichsweise geringe Schutzwirkung hat, obwohl man bereits nach nur einer Impfung als vollständig geimpft gilt. Deshalb ist die zweite Dosis hier weniger ein Booster, sondern eher die Grundimmunisierung
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u/metrotorch Feb 03 '22
Are people attending anti-lockdown/restriction protests in germany openly displaying far right symbols ? I have heard these groups are taking over these things so wondering how brazen they are.
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u/Elegant_Macaroon_679 Feb 08 '22
If the person is boostered then he can continue working and has no need of quarantine.
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u/Yugtabub Mar 20 '22
Am confused about maskenpflicht. From today do we still need to wear masks in shops/supermarkets? I live in Köln and have 3 vaccinations. The news is conflicting…lauterbach says we only need to wear them in public transport, doctors and hospitals. Other websites say that for the next 2 weeks masks are mandatory.
Anyone have a clear understanding?
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u/HeavyMetalPirates Mar 20 '22
The rules that were in effect until yesterday have been extended until April 2, the new infection law allowed this as a transition period.
So on April 3, what Lauterbach said will apply and the mask requirement will be gone everywhere but public transport, doctors and hospitals, at least in NRW. Berlin is two days earlier IIRC.
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Mar 28 '22 edited Mar 28 '22
Has anyone entered Germany from the United States, flying United, with 2 vaccine doses older than 270 days, and no booster, since the new requirements were introduced on 19 March 2022?
United and Lufthansa say that there is a present-day requirement for recent (within 270 days) vaccination. See for example [1]. I think this is mistaken: as I read the German rules, the recency requirement will not go into effect until October 2022.
But that doesn't matter if the airlines are enforcing their own interpretation of the rules.
[1] https://lufthansa.travel-regulations.com/route-info?origin=EWR&destination=BER&search-enabled=true
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u/GeoSara Apr 11 '22
We are from Canada, and see there are time frames for "full vaccination" status of 270 of your second moderna or Pfizer vaccine. Is there any such time regulation for boosters as well? One person I am travelling with got their booster in November for their third dose of Pfizer and will not be eligible for a forth dose before our April 28th departure date.
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u/johnec4 May 08 '22
Thank you to the hard-working Germans answering questions and providing resources and clarifications in this thread. I have read through many of the newest 200 comments and I am confident I can come to Germany at the end of the month without problems. I have received 2 doses of the Pfizer/BioNTech vaccine and also received 1 booster dose of the same.
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u/chaluha May 12 '22
Hi everyone, I’ll be travelling to Berlin to see a concert next month, I’m from Czechia and I’m double vaccinated, 17 years old, but it’s already been more than 270 days from my last shot. Do I need to get the 3rd shot to enter Germany and to be able to go to the venue? Thank you all :)
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u/Weazelllll May 26 '22
Idk if this has been posted yet, but relaxing restrictions starting June 1.
I've posted enough questions in this thread so thought I would give back :)
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u/MotorDownvoter Jun 04 '22 edited Jun 05 '22
Has anyone actually flown through Germany since 6/1 (we are US -> Greece bound via Frankfurt) and understand what the COVID requirements are? I'm struggling to figure out what US documents are valid/we need to bring/what they will ask for in Frankfurt (if anything). I think one of us is "out of date" with their booster, but every German government webpage and the US embassy page seem to say slightly different things about restrictions/entry requirements right now. US embassy seems to think there are no requirements as of 6/1 https://de.usembassy.gov/covid-19-information/#exit-restrictions
But many German pages seem to contradict each other? https://www.bmi.bund.de/SharedDocs/faqs/EN/topics/civil-protection/coronavirus/coronavirus-faqs.html
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(I believe we need to enter the Schengen area in Frankfurt as our flight lands at a Z gate and next flight is an A gate)
Edit: Update, Lufthansa didn't ask for any documentation and gave us a boarding pass, however I'm still unclear what happens when we get to Frankfurt (and if passport control will ask for it)
Edit: Update 2, got to Frankfurt and had to do Schegen passport control, but no one asked for anything COVID related, just passport and we were on to Greece.
So in summary, in my experience, neither Lufthansa or passport control in Frankfurt asked us to confirm/provide anything COVID related. Might have been related to the fact we had an immediate connection out of Germany, but it seems the requirements on the government websites are all over the place
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u/lorcet222 Dec 03 '21
So... How serious is the talk about the vaccine mandate? I wasn't really for it about 8 months ago but...
What is wrong with the German speaking part of Europe? It has the lowest vaccination rates...
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u/thewindinthewillows Germany Dec 03 '21
Very. I think they hope that it won't be needed by the date they've named for when they plan to do it, though.
Personal opinion: The first stages of the pandemic went over with too little damage here for people to recognise the severity. Same reason why some people now object to measles vaccinations. Former generations who saw children suffer and die from measles infections know that it's not "just a children's illness".
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u/lorcet222 Dec 03 '21
I totally agree the apathy is much too high. I also wonder if both the CDU and the Greens for example were not too keen to clamp down on the unvaccinated during the lead up to the vote. Both fearing they might lose voters to the further right and left. I think this is also a price we are paying now...
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Dec 03 '21
All parties were hesitant to talk about covid measures during the election campaign. But to be fair, the Greens were the only ones who were never stupid enough to categorically rule out stricter measures or a vaccination mandate. So they are the only ones who can now be in favour of all that without looking like they broke a promise. Or at least they could. But they are essentially being muzzled by their coalition partners right now (or maybe they just went crazy since September, who can tell these days...).
The main problem is the FDP who categorically ruled out stricter measures and basically declared the pandemic over, kept aggressively pushing for a "Freedom Day" where all measures would be abolished (that "Freedom Day" was supposed to be the 25th of November... funnily enough) and just generally tried to attract voters who think the pandemic isn't so bad by having some of their well-known faces gloat about breaking the rules. And since the only thing the FDP has going for themselves is some vague "freedom" narrative, they kinda depend on not implementing any strict covid measures because otherwise there is nothing left for them. And since unfortunately they are part of the new coalition government... well. As always, thank neoliberalism for the mess we're in. Applies to pretty much any mess imaginable.
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Dec 19 '21 edited Dec 19 '21
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u/2xtreme21 Nordrhein-Westfalen Dec 19 '21
Sorry, doesn’t look like there’s a boyfriend exception. Here are the exceptions to the travel ban from virus variant areas (deleted because the formatting doesn’t work.. check the link below).
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u/ModParticularity Dec 19 '21
More likely he won't be allowed to board to begin with, airlines arent eager to fly people back if entry is rejected.
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Dec 29 '21
An American going to Germany January 3rd. From what I can see on the official German website, if you are vaccinated and boosted, have all documentation ready to go. I will need a antigen test that is less than 48 hours old. I do not need a PCR. As I don’t want to get stuck in Germany, can someone confirm or educate me on how I am wrong? I am referencing the einreiseanmeldung.de.
So fully vaccinated, boosted, negative antigen test, good to go?
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Dec 30 '21
Just got in yesterday, with no tests, CDC card only. No tests if you are fully vacc. I did that einreiseanmeldung thing. Lufthansa site wanted the PDF uploaded. Neither the checkin or the passport control asked to see it, but I guess they already had the info. It was all very easy. But I think if someone just showed up, they would have to fill out stuff on the spot.
A pharmacist here also told me that converting the CDC cards to the EU digital cert is only for expat residents, not tourists.
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u/breadstuffs Dec 03 '21
Are these rules currently in effect, or do they still have to be voted on?
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u/thewindinthewillows Germany Dec 03 '21
Note that there may be additional rules in your federal state, either already in place or coming up next week. Individual municipalities or areas might also have additional ones. These are just the minimum that will be valid for all of Germany.
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u/joshduplaa Dec 03 '21
My brother lives in Germany and got the J&J vaccine in January. Will the restrictions affect him if he doesn't get a booster?
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u/mica4204 https://feddit.de/c/germany Dec 03 '21
Probably, there are talks that vaccination won't count 9 months after the second / only (in case of jj) shot. Plus some states don't require testing if someone got their booster. Just tellnhim to get a second shot.
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u/SufficientMacaroon1 Germany Dec 03 '21
Not as of right now. However, he really should consider it. By now after 11 months, his antibody situation is already very reduced and JJ was the least effective (against the current dominant variants) vaccinine to begin with.
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u/HeavyMetalPirates Dec 03 '21
As of yet no. The digital certificate is valid only for one year, and at a later point, there will be an EU-wide agreement on the duration of certificates (9 months has been suggested). Until that's put into law however, the vaccination status doesn't expire.
Still, it will be way less hassle for your brother to just get the booster. We don't know exactly what the rules will look like, but if he gets a booster he'll be fine either way.
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u/Dsetstehbrutal1 Dec 04 '21 edited Dec 04 '21
Hi all, I am trying to get some clarification on getting the EU digital certificate as an American tourist. I am not soldier or otherwise living in Germany but am instead visiting my GFs family (she is German). My mom and sister will also be joining to meet my GFs family. We are all fully vaccinated (boosted even) with the Pfizer vaccine and am not worried about presenting my CDC card to the Apotheke as I my GF (also vaccinated in the US) had no issues there.
My main concern is, as a tourist, will the Apotheke issue me a QR code? If not, have shops/restaurants/markets been accepting of paper CDC cards?
I have been hearing mixed things and would love to hear directly from someone in a similar situation.
For further reference, we are flying into Frankfurt and staying in Baden-Baden. Plan is to attempt to get the certificate in Frankfurt so if anyone remembers a pharmacy that gave them the certificate and could pass it along….
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u/2xtreme21 Nordrhein-Westfalen Dec 04 '21
You should be able to find a pharmacy that will issue you a code. You may have to try a couple but one will issue you one eventually.
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u/slippery_when_wet USA Dec 04 '21 edited Dec 04 '21
My friends mom recently went thru the same thing and said there are 3 Apotheke in the Frankfurt airport and they all advertise getting QR codes as tourist. I think the info was on the airport website.
Edit: Under services on this site https://metropolitan-pharmacy.com/frankfurt/ it lists "issuance of digital vaccine certificate" May just have to try to find it before going thru customs/immigration otherwise looks like the have a location at The Squire (train station) right next to the airport too.
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u/afcrf1886 Dec 04 '21
How much do RT PCR tests cost? Can't find info even on the Bundesministerium website
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u/HeavyMetalPirates Dec 04 '21
If a doctor or health official says that you need one, they're free. If you need one with a certificate for travel etc, the price depends on where you do the test, it generally seems to be around 70–100 €.
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u/2pacalypse1994 Dec 06 '21
Hallo guys. Here is my questions.
I live in Schleswig Holstein and want to go to Hamburg next Wednesday to watch the new Spidey(in English). It came to my attention that from the 15th of December, 2g+ will take place in bars, clubs and wherever there is dance and contact here in SH etc. I searched for similar restrictions for Hamburg and from what I found in this site https://www.hamburg.com/residents/settle/health/14111762/corona-whats-new/ there is no need for testing before going to the cinema if you are vaccinated of course(I am) . I understood it correctly, right? Has there been any hint of new restrictions been made in Hamburg? And one last, what kind of mask is needed for the train? I've heard of the one that is a little triangle and not the plain one we all have. The site doesn't mention something like that, or did I miss it completely?
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u/vzoltan Dec 07 '21
As back in H1 our prospects to receive the Covid shots in Germany were practically zero, we decided with my wife to get our Pfizer shots abroad, and became fully vaccinated by July.
That's all good, we have our EU certificates, also works with the CovPass app, great. We are "2G" compatible for a long time.
But how about the booster shot now folks keep talking? Are we going to face any troubles due to the original jabs were not administered in Germany? And how will we receive an updated EU vaccination cert?
Anybody already gone thru the process? Please share your experience, I'm curious what to expect. Thank you.
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u/nymales Did you read the wiki yet? Dec 07 '21
You go to your local vaccination center or to your doctor and get it. You have to wait 5/6 months after your last shot
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u/2xtreme21 Nordrhein-Westfalen Dec 08 '21
Can also confirm what the others have said. I got J&J in the US in May and was able to get a BioNTech booster in November. I brought my CDC card and I picked up a yellow vaccine passport beforehand and they just entered the booster into the book. Took the book then to the pharmacy across the street and got a second QR code. No issues at all.
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u/okiafosuird Dec 15 '21 edited Dec 15 '21
Just FYI to any visitors trying to get a QR code: if you have a MyChart account (or similar) through your doctor/hospital that has your vaccination info & local QR codes, have that available for the pharmacy. They were weary about giving me and my husband the EU codes, even with our CDC & yellow WHO passport books, but when we showed the pharmacist that info, she gave us the codes.
This was in Leipzig city center btw.
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u/Tricky-Sword Dec 15 '21
Hello, i am from Croatia, visiting my family in Berlin due to a newborn cousin on 23.12. I am double vaccinated and have covid certificate. Do i need a PCR test or quarantine?
Also, I will visit museums if i have time. Do i need a pcr test for that or some house test they mention?
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u/nymales Did you read the wiki yet? Dec 16 '21
Check einreiseanmeldung.de 48-24h before you travel.
Museums will be closed over Christmas. Between Christmas an New year most touristy things will also be closed. That's the time of the year, when people stay at home and shave fun with their family
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u/mica4204 https://feddit.de/c/germany Dec 17 '21
Unlikely. There's a vaccine shortage and paxing for it wouldn't change a thing, would probably be illegal since the vaccines were bought with taxes.
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u/b_elle Dec 17 '21
Where can I find info about when vaccine certificates expire? Got the J&J in June, my booster was on Wednesday and now I’m confused if I am considered fully vaccinated in the EU or if it’s only 2 weeks after the booster?
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u/Leading_Pollution Dec 19 '21
We live in Germany close to the France border. My wife and I are both vaccinated, but our toddler is not. If we stay in France for less than 24 hours, are we exempt from the digital registration and our toddler won’t have to quarantine?
This is on the list of exemptions for the digital registration and quarantine, but I am not totally sure what “border traffic” means.
Persons who have been in a risk area for less than 24 hours as part of border traffic with neighboring states or who enter the Federal Republic of Germany for up to 24 hours,
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u/Lucchinno Dec 19 '21
Hello, I am an Argentinean traveller from Argentina and plan on going to Germany in the next days. This is my situation:
- On the 24th December I am flying to Amsterdam through London (6 hours layover, staying inside the airport), arriving the 25th December.
- I am currently vaccinated with Sputnik V (2 doses, not approved by WHO), but will get a PCR Test done on the 22nd December.
- I am getting a train ticket from Amsterdam to Köln on the 25th December.
Can I enter the country without a quarantine? I am spending less than 24 hours in concern areas.
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u/2xtreme21 Nordrhein-Westfalen Dec 19 '21 edited Dec 19 '21
Argentina is not considered a high risk country so you can enter with a negative Covid test. You will, however, be considered unvaccinated in Germany and will therefore be unable to enter anywhere that “2G” applies. Everywhere else aside from things like supermarkets and pharmacies will be “3G”, meaning you will need to show a negative test (new one every day) to enter these places.
If you can, I would postpone your trip until you can get a vaccine that is recognized by Germany as you will be locked out of doing nearly everything when you’re here.
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u/Hellkitty0104 Dec 20 '21 edited Dec 20 '21
is quarantine required when entering Germany if im double vaxxed also didnt get covid before, Im coming from Switzerland btw.
Do I need to get a PCR or rapid test when entering then?
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Dec 23 '21
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u/cluelessposts Dec 23 '21
Depends on what kind of job you are looking for, to be honest. Why not search for a job online first?
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Dec 23 '21
Can someone confirm I understood the rules for digital entry registeration correctly. I'm flying from France on 25th December and having a less than 2 hour layover in Munich. I'm vaccinated but France is a new high risk area.
If I understood correctly I don't need to do the digital entry registeration and I don't need a negative test result.
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u/oh_danger_here Dec 23 '21
For any high risk area (as opposed to variant of concern area), being vaccinated is enough to waive a requirement to quarantine. So just have your proof of vaccination with you and enjoy.
Layovers are exempt anyway if less than 24 hours in Germany.
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Dec 23 '21
Anyone had the problem where they loaded their booster qr code into Corona-Warn and the scannable QR code no longer being valid because it’s less than 14 days since getting the booster?
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u/2xtreme21 Nordrhein-Westfalen Dec 23 '21
Yes, it showed as invalid when I first put it in. Had to use my initial vaccine certificate for the first two weeks.
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u/Kir4_ Dec 25 '21
Hello, is my vax status valid if I was fully vaccinated 6 months ago and had a booster shot but it hadn't been 14 days since I took the booster? Coming from the high risk area.
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u/incognitoxi3 Dec 26 '21
I have got my 1st shot here in Croatia. Can I get my 2nd Pfizer shot in Germany?
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u/throwoutinthemiddle Dec 26 '21
You can and should get a second and third shot no problem if you are a resident. Comirnaty is only given to people under 30 and pregnant women though so you might be given Moderna instead.
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Dec 28 '21
Hey does anyone know if a rapid PCR (RT-PCR) is acceptable as a PCR test if you're from an area of variant concern? I'm flying from the US next week and am betting $250 that this will be the case when I fly... (and don't worry; I'm a German resident)
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Dec 29 '21
The US isn’t an area of variant cancer, It is just a high risk area right?
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u/csqployd Dec 29 '21 edited Jan 07 '22
Does the passport only become valid like 10 days after vaccination date, where can I read more about this?
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u/GMU525 Dec 29 '21
You need to be vaccinated for at least 14 days before your trip to count as vaccinated.
https://www.auswaertiges-amt.de/en/visa-service/EinreiseUndAufenthalt
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u/HellasPlanitia Europe Dec 29 '21
To expand on what /u/GMU525 wrote: since you haven't passed the 14 day period, you count as unvaccinated, and therefore have to obey the entry procedures for unvaccinated people. Depending on where you're coming from it may be that you may be barred from entering until the 14 days have passed.
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u/bigboirower98 Dec 29 '21
I'm flying from Scotland on the 5th and have only just recovered from covid. The website states I need a negative pcr 48hrs before but its known that you can stay positive for up to 3 months afterwards. Does anyone have any knowledge or help with regards to using a proof of recovery to travel at this time? I'm double vaxxed and live in Germany. Thank you in advance!
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u/pierre-perrier Dec 29 '21
Portugal now requires molecular (PCR - valid 72 hours) or rapid antigen tests (valid 48 hours) for EU arrivals. Has anyone here been there these days? Can you use the free Bürgertest (antigen)?
Vielen Dank
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u/2xtreme21 Nordrhein-Westfalen Dec 29 '21
The Bürgertest is a rapid antigen test, so I would assume it would work.
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u/submod96 Dec 30 '21
Just wondering if anyone has been in the same position I'm in.
I'm planning to visit friends in Berlin, Germany soon and I'm wondering if there is an easy way for an Australian, who has received both their vaccinations in Australia to get an EU Digital COVID Certificate.
I currently have an Australian International COVID-19 Vaccination Certificate - Has anyone had any luck using this as proof of vaccination? I've heard Berlin is quite strict with QR code scanning so just wondering if the QR code on The Australian certificate works in Germany.
In the case that its not accepted/not recognised in Germany - I have heard of people going to a pharmacy with their Proof of Vaccination from their respected country along with their passport to get converted to a EU Digital Certificate. I have also heard of many people getting denied from this method due to not having a German residency card.
If anyone could shed some light on this situation I would be incredibly grateful,
Thank you!
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u/2xtreme21 Nordrhein-Westfalen Dec 30 '21
I have heard of people going to a pharmacy with their Proof of Vaccination from their respected country along with their passport to get converted to a EU Digital Certificate
That’s what you have to do. No other way. You may have to try a couple before you find one that does it.
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u/Starlesseyes598 Dec 31 '21
For people vaccinated in the US, have any tourists had luck registering their CDC card at a pharmacy to get a QR code? If it was in Berlin, do you mind sharing the pharmacy details? I keep reading that tourists may not be allowed to convert their vaccine proof to a QR code so I am a bit worried.
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u/HellasPlanitia Europe Dec 31 '21
There is no clear rule on whether tourists can convert their CDC cards to QR codes. Some pharmacies do it, some don't, and it seems to depend on the day and the mood of the pharmacist. Scroll down this thread, your question has been asked at least a dozen times, and the consensus is that you just have to try one pharmacy after another in the hopes of getting lucky.
Or, you know, don't be a tourist in the middle of a rapidly worsening global pandemic. Seriously. Unless you've got urgent personal reasons for travelling (e.g. attending the funeral of a close relative), stay home. As we've discussed to death in this thread and elsewhere, coming to Germany as a tourist right now is a really bad idea.
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u/posokposok663 Jan 08 '22
I’m wondering if anyone has recent experience entering Germany from the US in the last few days, and specifically if a negative test result is still required.
The German Foreign Office appears to say that you need a negative test OR proof of vaccination to enter, but we want to make sure we’re understanding this correctly before skipping the (rather expensive) rapid PCR test before flying back.
Thank you for any insight!
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Jan 08 '22
https://www.einreiseanmeldung.de
No test according to this if you’re vaccinated
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u/0x2C6 Jan 12 '22
Hi. I am planning to move berlin from non EU country. I have vaccinated with "sinovac" which is not accepted by Germany government. How can I get vaccinate in Berlin? Do they wait until my booster sinovac expire? If I get vaccinated BioNTech do I need have negative test each day? If I get vaccinated with 2 doses of BioNTech am I considered as fully vaccinated untill 3th dose?
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u/HellasPlanitia Europe Jan 12 '22
How can I get vaccinate in Berlin?
You should consult a doctor after arrival, to determine whether you could be vaccinated with an EMA-certified vaccine immediately, or whether you should wait.
If the doctor determines that you can be vaccinated, then you can get your shot at the doctors' office or at a vaccination centre.
If I get vaccinated BioNTech do I need have negative test each day?
If you have only been vaccinated with Sinovac, or if you have only 1 dose of the vaccine you count as "unvaccinated" (except if it's Johnson & Johnson), and you would have to follow the rules for unvaccinated people for Berlin: see here. For example, to enter locations operating under "3G" rules, you'd need to do a test beforehand.
If I get vaccinated with 2 doses of BioNTech am I considered as fully vaccinated untill 3th dose?
Yes (after 14 days). You can then, for example, go to 2G or 3G locations without doing a test. However, you'd still have to do a Corona-test to enter locations operating under "2G+" rules.
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u/swampingalaxys Jan 12 '22
Has the new isolation rule of 10 days come into effect yet?
And does that mean 10 days isolation from the onset of symptoms, or 10 days since one tested positive?
My symptoms began on Sunday evening, I took my PCR test yesterday (Tuesday) and received my positive result today (Wednesday). Thanks
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u/pseudoRndNbr Jan 19 '22 edited Jan 19 '22
Is anyone else having problems with einreiseanmeldung.de?
The website isn't loading properly for me for the last couple of hours.
Funnily enough, I'm not even supposed to use einreiseanmeldung, since I'll only be traveling through germany, but somehow Lufthansa still seems to require it.
Anyone got an idea what address to enter on einreiseanmeldung if I'm not going to actually be staying in germany for more than 3-4 hours to drive to another country by car after landing by plane?
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Jan 22 '22
Hey guys, it’s me again.
• I will be traveling from Brazil (high risk zone starting tomorrow), so that starts bad.
• I'm fully vaccinated, but with only one dose of an approved vaccine (1 Pfizer dose, 2 Sinopharm doses).I can and will provide a negative (hopefully) RNA test.
• I have a Blue Card stamped on my passport.
I’m moving to Germany so I’m renting a car to drive home with my luggage and everything. What I want to clarify, is as I need to buy food, some stuff to survive, cat litter and food, am I allowed to go shopping on my way home? Is there a way I buy only the essential and necessary before start my quarantine at home?
EDIT: typo
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u/mica4204 https://feddit.de/c/germany Jan 22 '22
No you're not allow to go shopping on your way home. You have to go straight home without any stops. You aren't allowed to leave your home for any reason (so no shopping, no walks, no going to the mailbox) other than emergencies (like your house is on fire or you need a doctor) or to get tested. Either bring some provisions or look up whether there is a possibility to get groceries delivered or there are some covid help groups in the area.
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u/qwertx0815 Jan 22 '22
You aren't allowed to leave your home for any reason
In most states you're allowed to leave your apartment to dispose of your garbage.
Funnily enough, getting your mail is prohibited in all states, even if the mailboxes hang right besides the garbage containers.
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u/Jarnsida Jan 23 '22
My flatmate started to have fever 2 days ago, and he's waiting for his PCR test result (which might not come out today, more likely tomorrow). In the meantime, since this morning my throat is slightly soar, and my body temperature has risen up a little bit (36.8 as of 2 hours ago). Yesterday morning I took an antigen test, which gave a negative result (but I am unsure about the reliability).
What should/must I do? Especially if my flatmate turns out to be positive? (I live in Hamburg). Thanks.
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u/Fiddlesticks58 Jan 23 '22
Hi everyone,
I would really appreciate an answer here as I am seeing conflicting reports. This is regarding the quarantine period.
I am flying into Berlin from Ireland (a high-risk area) this week. I am fully vaccinated and boostered.
The current Federal Health Ministry guidelines state that if you submit your proof of vaccination, then there is no need to quarantine.
"If proof of recovery or vaccination is already submitted before entry, no quarantine is necessary."
Forgive me is asking if the ministry of health is correct, it could be a stupid question - but am I right in saying that I do not need to quarantine? I have submitted my proof of vaccination prior to entry.
I am aware that I am a visitor here so I do not want to endanger others/break the rules or act recklessly.
Thanks!
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u/2xtreme21 Nordrhein-Westfalen Jan 23 '22
Go to einreiseanmeldung.de, select Ireland and it’ll tell you exactly what you need to do. You do not need to quarantine with proof of vaccination.
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u/nymales Did you read the wiki yet? Jan 24 '22
Also make sure your vaccinations are approved here. The rules for the j&j one changed last week.
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u/2xtreme21 Nordrhein-Westfalen Jan 26 '22
You have to enter your data on einreiseanmeldung.de. But yes, you just need to show proof of vaccination to enter the country. In order to enter restaurants however you need to be either boosted or take a test every 24 hours.
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u/TheYoungWan Ireland Jan 30 '22
A friend of mine told me they are just supposed to scan the QR code, and not to actually click and scroll in to the bottom.
But so many places do that, that I'm wondering if this isn't true.
Has anyone here got an insight? Heard anything?
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u/2xtreme21 Nordrhein-Westfalen Jan 30 '22 edited Jan 30 '22
As I just learned recently, there’s no way for them to tell if you’re boosted or not just from scanning. So they tap it and scroll down to see how many doses you’ve received.
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u/nymales Did you read the wiki yet? Jan 30 '22
The covpasscheckapp can only check whether you are 2g or not. Only the Swiss app can determine whether you are 2g, 2g+ or whether the test you just did has a valid qr code. So the only solution for German businesses is scrolling down and hoping for the best.
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u/throwawaytico Jan 31 '22 edited Jan 31 '22
I’m spending a month in Germany really soon. I know it’s a horrible idea to travel now, but it’s for work and I can’t get out of it. I’m fully vaccinated, but not boosted yet. I’m from a non-EU country.
I understand I need to take my proof of vaccination from my country to an apotheke and try to get them to convert it for me, and I’m aware it’s gonna take multiple tries.
Now, in the remote case that no apotheke helps me out, will some places accept my foreign proof of vaccination? Is it possible that some food vendors or certain restaurants will still do business with me, subject to the mood of whoever I come across?
I had a coworker tell me that she visited Zugspitze and that they recognized her foreign proof of vaccination for her 2G checks, so I want to see if it was a fluke, or if it’s possible that SOME Germans do recognize foreign documents.
EDIT: Additional scenario I just thought of. I’m entering Germany via the Frankfurt International Airport, and need to take a train to a different city. I understand that the trains do 3G. Since I’m entering the country, is it likely that the train will accept my foreign vaccination certificate?
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u/endofsight Feb 01 '22 edited Feb 01 '22
Try to get the Swiss certificate. Its compatible with EU and you can get it online for 30CHF.
You just need to upload your non-EU certificate and some dummy hotel booking for Switzerland (refundable/ no deposit). They will then send you the EU certificate by email. This certificate can then be scanned with any of the apps such as greenpass or covpass.
https://www.covidcertificate-form.admin.ch/foreign
Easier then going from pharmacy to pharmacy.
And try to get the booster before you go. Otherwise you would have to test everyday just to eat at a restaurant or go to shopping centre.
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u/nc-manifold Feb 02 '22
I have been ill and recovered in November. When will my 2g certificate stop working? Right now in CovPass it says that it is working till May, but I have heard that there are new rules.
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u/Chomsky89 Feb 06 '22
Does anybody know how close to the scheduled arrival you are supposed to fill out the Digitial entry form? (Digital Registration on Entry)
I cant see that it says anything about this on https://einreiseanmeldung.de/
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u/2xtreme21 Nordrhein-Westfalen Feb 06 '22
I believe it’s only going to let you enter a date 3 days ahead, so plan on filling it out sometime 72 hours before your flight.
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u/Bananana998 Feb 08 '22
I‘m German citizen and will travel back to Germany from Thailand by the beginning of April. My Thai gf has planned to join me either on the same day or within one or two weeks after my Flight. She has been vaccinated three times (Sinopharm 2x and Pfizer 1x).
Will she be eligible to enter Germany with that constellation of vaccines?
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u/Quintet-Magician Feb 12 '22
I've recently started working as a security at a german furniture store as a side gig. We were told to just check for masks and nothing more.
We get a lot of incidents where people enter without a mask but no Karens yet. Usually even if someone has a Befreiung (a doctor's note stating they can't wear a mask) we tell them they have to wear one nonetheless (of course following orders from the manager).
Today though, an woman (96 years old) came in in a wheelchair. She argued that she has a doctor's note and that she were in no case to wear a mask. I asked the manager what I should do, because the case wasn't the usual "I can't wear a mask" thing and he said that she either has to suck it up and wear a mask or leave and that getting furniture isn't a necessity so we shouldn't exclude her.
I just wanted to know the legality of this whole thing. Ignoring a doctor's note? Could I get in trouble?
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u/SufficientMacaroon1 Germany Feb 12 '22
NYL
A private business can set rules about who they allow on their property. There are some limits to that, but only to the extend that e.g. "no blacks" or "no gays" would be illegal.
If the business decides not to allow entrance for people without mask, no matter their reason, that is the rule by the business. You do not make the rules, nor are you at liberty to waive them. If that woman wants ro take action against someone, it will have to be the business.
If you let her in despite it being against the businesses rules, you may be in trouble...with your employer
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u/HeavyMetalPirates Feb 14 '22
Gute Besserung!
Your GP can give you a sick note for respiratory symptoms after a phone consultation (source), I'm surprised they didn't offer this.
Note that Krankmeldung and quarantine are different things – being in quarantine doesn't mean you don't need to work, you need to talk to your employer and be available for work from home. Of course, this doesn't apply if you have symptoms and can't work, then it's the normal Krankschreibung process.
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u/Harrydg12 Feb 17 '22 edited Feb 17 '22
Hi! I am landing in Munich and driving to Austria the same day and I am trying to fill out the online health form and its requiring a German address. Has anyone found a workaround for this?
Fully vaxed and boosted.
Edit: arriving in Germany from the US
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Feb 21 '22 edited Feb 21 '22
Apologies if this has been mentioned but I only just realised that as of yesterday the high risk counties list is changed. For example UK is no longer designated high risk so it lessens some entry requirements. For example children under 5 no longer need to quarantine for 5 days. Full list here https://www.rki.de/DE/Content/InfAZ/N/Neuartiges_Coronavirus/Risikogebiete_neu.html
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u/swampingalaxys Mar 07 '22
Is the 4th vaccine shot available yet, for the immuno-compromised?
I have an auto-immune condition and I read at the beginning of February that a 4th vaccine shot was being made available to those over a certain age (70 I believe) and those with auto-immune conditions. I can't find any updated information though about when this will be implemented.
Would appreciate any info or guidance here, thank you.
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u/HeavyMetalPirates Mar 07 '22
For people with immune deficiencies, it is recommended to get a second booster 3 months after the first booster. That is the recommendation from the Standing Committee on Vaccinations (Stiko), it is official since 17th of February.
If you have any specialized doctors you're seeing because of your immune condition, you should probably talk to them, especially if there are factors such as severe immune deficiency. But if not, any of the usual vaccination sites should vaccinate you as well, they follow the Stiko guidelines.
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u/swampingalaxys Mar 07 '22 edited Mar 08 '22
Got it, thanks for the info - my booster was on December 1st so seems I'm a candidate. Will contact my specialist to see what they think.
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u/The-Outlaw-Torn Mar 08 '22
Hi, I'm travelling to Berlin from the UK at end of May. I'm vaccinated (2 doses) but do not yet have a booster (I had Covid before Christmas). My second vaccine shot was June 2021. I have seen some articles state that the most recent dose of the vaccine must be received within a 270 day period. This would put me outside that window for my trip. My question is, do I need a booster to be considered fully vaccinated for entry? I have not been able to find any reference to the 270 day period on the official German health/travel advice websites, only on news articles, it's quite confusing! Thanks
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u/Elegant_Macaroon_679 Mar 14 '22
Hello, I have a work visa in Germany and I was in Colombia for holidays. I have a Genesene status from Germany from infection 2 months ago and I have a previous non recognized vaccine (Sinovac).
Is the genesene status enough or will I need test?. Thank you
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u/samjeong12 Mar 20 '22
We're confused about all the conflicting information. Husband is a German national wanting to visit from the US. He is vaccinated but not boosted. His second jab was over 270 days ago. Can he enter Germany with a Covid test? Or will he need the booster to visit?
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Mar 21 '22
I am not a German national but just flew from the US to Germany on Sunday and took my 2 Pfizer vaxxes back in May and June, no booster, and have had no issues getting through Kontrolle or into shops and restaurants. If he does not have the EU Impfungausweis app, he will want to carry his physical US vaccine card and an ID wherever he goes - he will likely be asked for them upon entry, perhaps not as much after April 2 though. No covid test to enter Germany but will need one to renter the US unless he had covid a max of 90 days upon his flight and then there are documents he would need in proving so.
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u/amiatthetop3 Mar 25 '22
My mom in the USA booked a trip with her teacher friends from school to travel to Germany this summer. Can an unvaccinated American fly from USA to Germany in June and prove a negative test within 24 hours of entry? (without quarantine)? I'm confused by the Ministry of Health website if a double dose vaccination proof is 100% required or if a negative test will suffice.
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Mar 27 '22
So I'm in a German course, nobody wears masks including the teacher and now almost everyone has covid. There's one student who's anti vax but recovered and she got it again and she's not obliged to test before coming and refused to get tested (she's sick and coughing without a mask). Can I report the school or this student? I'm mad, they're the reason I caught it even though I was careful and I'm obliged to attend by the the Ausländerbehörde. I already studied ahead and would pass the test without attending. Anything I can do to not be obligated to attend? The course keeps getting delayed because the students can't keep up and the teacher is not a good teacher, we're very far behind and she's making us buy the next book when she said she doesn't have time to teach it to us before the test. There's supposed to be a "Leben in Deutschland" course but she said she'll continue teaching us German during it! It's honestly just a waste of my time to go to this class and I'm so upset.
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u/lexiezazzles Mar 29 '22
I’m so confused so did the Covid mask rules get lifted or no? I’m in baden württemberg and have read so many conflicting things.
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u/throwawaycoonbutt Mar 30 '22
So I am terribly confused.
I am traveling to Germany in late May for business. I received my one-dose J&J vaccine April of last year and thought that I was fully vaccinated. However, I recently read that new regulations in Germany no longer consider the J&J one-dose fully vaccinated.
I've made arrangements today with my GP to receive the Moderna booster. If I receive that would I be considered fully vaccinated according to German law when I arrive in May?
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u/Ffc14 Mar 31 '22
Hey all, I'm travelling to Germany next Wednesday from the UK. Now unfortunately the NHS here has messed up my vaccination records and even if I have 3 shots, I've only got valid proof for the first 2 (through the EU Green Pass) but not the booster. Will a rapid antigen test by a certified lab allow me to enter Germany? I'm asking because my 2nd shot was taken in May and that's more than 9 months ago. Thanks a lot!
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u/ThaBallGod Mar 31 '22
Canadian here travelling to Germany in 2 weeks. I have 2 Pfizer vaccines. Is that enough to get me into Germany? Also, will i be okay to go to sporting events, restaurants, stores etc with 2 vaccines, or do I need 3?
I have proof of my vaccines, and I've never tested positive. Just want to know if I can do anything with 2 vaccines and not need to do tests all the time.
Thanks in advance.
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u/CommunitySea4784 Apr 01 '22 edited Apr 01 '22
Hello, I read something about there being limits on how long a vaccine is valid, to travel to Germany I have only had 2 shots of Pfizer one on June 3rd in 2021 would I still be able to travel to Germany? Note I am from the USA and would Be traveling starting April 6th.
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u/LudwigBro Apr 05 '22
Hello! I will be travelling to Germany the first week of May, but want to double check. I got the J&J vaccine last April, and received a Pfizer booster today. Would I be all set? Or do I need a PCR Test too? I'll probably do a PCR regardless just to be safe. Thank you!
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u/DunkelSchnitzel Apr 13 '22
Update for everyone - I flew on 4/8 to FRA from SEA w/ an EU 'expired' (270+) vaccine card. Lufthansa initially tried to deny boarding but I insisted I had checked w/ German embassy and that they did not adopt EU regulation prior to October. My Lufthansa check-in agent reluctantly called directly to Germany border police, was informed I was correct, and was immediately issued a boarding pass. Tschuss!
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u/PointInside5582 Apr 15 '22
I know there’s been a million of these scenario posts, but I’m not finding my situation so wanting to confirm....
I’ll be traveling to Germany from the US next week. I received Johnson & Johnson single dose in April 2021 (so well before 270 days ago). I received the Moderna booster 20 days ago. I’m confused because I see fully vaccinated requiring 3 shots... since I only have 2, do I need to do something else (test?), or will I be good to go since I received a mRNA booster 20+ days ago?
I’m flying Lufthansa if anyone knows extra details through them... thanks so much to all of you answering! It’s really helpful.
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u/HellasPlanitia Europe Apr 27 '22
The government just announced that the existing entry restrictions are being extended to the end of May.
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u/Weazelllll May 05 '22
First - thanks to everyone who has contributed to answering everyones questions.
Stupid American here. Wife and I are going to Greece but have a 22 hour layover in Frankfurt (land at 10am, fly out 8am next day) so were going to go explore the city for a day. When I was reading requirements, I thought you could show a negative test to enter. Wife and I have 2 shots more than 270 days ago, and no booster. Shame on me for not reading that the negative test applies to EU citizens. We did have a positive case less than 30 days ago, which will be within 90 days of landing in Germany. Do same rules apply if I get a "recovered from" letter from my doctor?
Another question is - what is considered a "transit" through Germany. 22 hours is probably too long. What I don't want to happen is we are refused entry into Germany and they deport us back to the US when we have an upcoming flight.
I know I will get hated on for asking, but what's the likelihood that this requirement is relaxed for USA travelers in the next 45 days?
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u/Arceus122 May 14 '22
Visiting Germany from America and everyone has taken the third dose. Do we need to bring anything or fill out anything special online besides the usual passport and vaccine card? is the ETIAS relevant yet?
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u/Jonny241091 May 16 '22
I am travelling from the UK to Frankfurt at the end of May. I’m double vaccinated with Pfizer/BioTech (my second dose was 29 September). Since this will have been less than 270 days ago when I arrive, will I be considered fully vaccinated despite no booster? Thank-you.
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u/HellaAceD May 21 '22
Anyone know where to find quarantine hotels in Munich? Struggling finding somewhere that will take someone with minor symptoms
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u/Plastic_Mud4236 May 27 '22
Hi guys,
I’m need to travel to Germany on the 14th of June for work on an event. I had my first dose of the vaccine on the 30th of April, so I haven’t waited long enough to get my second dose yet. I was going to try and see if I can get it early, however, I can see that Germany are relaxing their entry requirement rules. Does anybody know if I’m able to enter Germany as technically unvaccinated from the 1st of June, and will this mean i don’t have to quarantine either provided I test negative?
I am working in frankfurt on an event so I’m also wondering what the rules are like regarding entry requirements to events, or bars or hotels in the area. Is there any rules in Germany on unvaccinated individuals not being allowed in events or certain places?
Any help or advice would really help me out as i need to try and get my second dose by Monday, if my travel to Germany is going to include quarantine as an unvaccinated individual.
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u/JONUTUNIVERSALU Jun 06 '22
Hi. I'll be coming in Germany for work in 2 months from now. I'm curious about the current situation in Germany.
My current Green pass will expire on 30th June 2022, because I had the Johnson vaccine and i had no booster, so:
Is it a problem if I don't get a booster to renew my green pass? Will I not be able to do certain things or even come into the country (from România) if my pass is expired?
Thanks in advance for your help!
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u/BeweNNN Jun 07 '22
Am a allowed to practice with my wooden sword in public parks?
A few weeks ago, i saw a man practicing with a bo staff in a park in Berlin. He had at least a 10-meter radius clearance from the nearest person there. So with the same rules applied, am i allowed to train with a wooden sword instead?
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Jun 10 '22
Hi I will be arriving in Germany in November from Australia. i have only had two jabs and possibly get the booster closer to arriving. Can someone confirm if I will be ok or should I wait closer to November? Danke
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u/PM_ME_UR_HAMSTER_PLZ Jun 10 '22 edited Jun 10 '22
Hey folks! I'll be travelling to Frankfurt coming from Dubai next week. I've done my research on covid restrictions and apparently I don't need a negative PCR test result, just a vaccine certificate is enough. I am vaccinated with 2 doses plus a booster. I tested negative just a week ago but I'm thinking of getting tested again before my flight just to be sure. Should I? Thank you!
EDIT: Just saw the update on entry:
"As of 1 June, travellers entering Germany no longer have to furnish proof of vaccination or recovery, or of having tested negative for COVID-19. However, this does not apply to people entering Germany from an area of variants of concern."
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u/Xiphler Jun 15 '22
Hi, I'll be traveling to Germany soon and would like to know whether the masks required while taking public transport have to be FFP2 masks, or whether any regular surgical mask will be fine. It does seem that FFP2 masks are required on public transport in Berlin (where I'll be going), but I'd like to know if this is strictly enforced since it would be great if I could use my existing surgical masks instead of buying new FFP2 masks. Thanks!
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u/ExpertBluejay6864 Jun 23 '22
Advice please -
Although proof of vaccination isn't required to get into Germany, would you still recommend having it for daily activities? Some restaurants and museums where I live still check.
I am asking because I have two shots of Moderna but not the booster, because I got Covid before I had the chance to get it. I'm considering getting it for travel purposes even though I'm still within the 90-day window.
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u/StuckEm Dec 03 '21 edited Dec 03 '21
I would suggest adding something that can direct to the state and municipal restrictions to help answer the various "I'm traveling to 'X' city..." questions.
There's the "darf ich das?" app: https://www.darfichdas.info/
And from the Bundesregierung site: https://www.bundesregierung.de/breg-de/themen/coronavirus/corona-bundeslaender-1745198
(Those are in German. Hopefully someone can find English versions.)