The Corona situation has eased somewhat in the past weeks and months and the holiday can at least be made a little easier. Nevertheless, in various countries in Europe strict entry requirements still apply. 

Here we have a current overview of the entry into European countries!

Advantages for vaccinated and recovered

Meanwhile, the testing or quarantine obligation is waived in many countries for vaccinated and convalescent persons - depending on the holiday country, and the returning home country. People are considered to be vaccinated if their second Corona vaccination is at least 14 days old; for the convalescent status, the Corona infection must have occurred at least 28 days prior. A medical certificate can be used as proof, e.g. via the digital vaccination certificate.

Digital vaccination certificate for Europe

The Digital vaccination certificate is a voluntary extension to the yellow international vaccination passport and has been recognised throughout Europe since 1 July. From now on, all vaccination-relevant information can be stored, for example, in the "green passport" app. The proof of vaccination is handed out via QR code in authorised hospitals, vaccination centres, pharmacies and doctor's surgeries and can be scanned on the respective smartphone and stored locally. All those who have already been vaccinated can subsequently have a corresponding form created. Even if you have already scanned the QR code, it is best to keep it so that you can use it again, for example, if you change your mobile phone.

Entry requirements in Europe

These are the current regulations for entering popular holiday destinations within Europe: 

• Spain: Since 29 August, Spain is no longer considered a high-risk area. Upon entry there is a test obligation, respectively a proof obligation (vaccinated or recovered). In addition, holidaymakers must register online up to 24 hours before entering the country. register onlineup to 24 hours before entering the country. Furthermore, random on-site rapid testing is possible. 
• Italy: Proof of a negative test, vaccination or recovery is mandatory. In Italy, too, holidaymakers must register online. 
• Greece: Evidence of a negative PCR or antigen test; no compulsory testing for fully vaccinated and recovered persons. Those on holiday in Greece must also be registered online 24 hours prior to register online. 
• Turkey: compulsory testing for non-vaccinated persons (negative PCR or antigen test); no compulsory testing for fully vaccinated and recovered persons. Online Registration: 72 hours before entry. 
• Germany: Compulsory testing only when attending events, in the catering industry or for stays in hotels. No compulsory testing for fully vaccinated or recovered persons. 
• France: evidence of a negative PCR or antigen test; no compulsory testing for fully vaccinated and recovered persons. Digital registration necessary upon entry. 
• Portugal: evidence of a negative PCR or antigen test; no compulsory testing for fully vaccinated and recovered persons. Prior to testing one must register online. 
• Poland: Evidence of a negative PCR or antigen test; no testing requirement for fully vaccinated and recovered persons. Digital registration necessary upon entry. 
• Bulgaria: Rapid test is sufficient; no testing requirement for fully vaccinated and recovered persons. No digital registration necessary. 
• Croatia: Evidence of a negative PCR or antigen test; no testing requirement for fully vaccinated and recovered persons. Digital registration necessary upon entry. 
• Netherlands: No testing requirement. Registration only necessary for air travel. 

*Attention: Since the situation can change at any time - also due to the Delta variant - you should get all information regarding your entry beforehand at the State Department where they are constantly updated. Also on site, despite vaccinated or recovered status, you should always be careful and still follow the safety rules. 

Return journey to Austria

Many European countries are currently no longer classified as risk areas by the State Department . This means you no longer have to go into quarantine on your return trip. Entry is permitted with 3G proof (vaccinated, tested or recovered). If you do not have a 3G certificate, you must register using the electronic form at https://entry.ptc.gv.at/ . In addition, a test must be performed within 24 hours.

States or areas with low epidemiological risk are currently:

Albania, Andorra, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Australia, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Brunei, Bulgaria, Canada, Croatia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Principality of Liechtenstein, Greece, Hong Kong, Iceland, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Japan, Jordan, Kosovo, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Macau, Malta, Moldova, Monaco, Montenegro, Netherlands, New Zealand, Northern Macedonia, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, San Marino, Saudi Arabia, Serbia, Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Switzerland, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, Czech Republic, Hungary, Vatican City, United States of America, Vietnam and Cyprus.

(Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs)

Slightly different rules apply to Germany. Here, for example, the platform comparison.org summarises the current provisions in a clear and concise manner.