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Greece: Updated rules for entrance to public services, churches and restaurants

Greek Covid-19 rules for entry into public services, banks, churches, restaurants, and bars have been updated as part of government efforts to curb the spread of coronavirus in the country.

Published in the Government Gazette on Saturday, the following measures will be in effect from Monday, January 31:

Citizens can enter public services, banks, and churches only after presenting one of the following:
– a valid vaccination certificate
or
– a recovery certificate or a negative test result (rapid or PCR)

Minors aged 4-17 may alternatively present a negative self-test result.

Entertainment venues 

  • Entertainment venues (restaurants, cafes, and bars) are open only for vaccinated customers or those who have recovered from Covid-19 during the last three months (valid documents of vaccination or recovery must be presented).
  • Customers must be seated (standing customers are not allowed). A maximum of 6 people may sit at a table. Wearing a mask is mandatory during arrival, departure, and when moving around a venue.
  • The use of increased protection masks (KN95/FFP2) or double masks (surgical and fabric) is mandatory for workers in F&B establishments.
  • Musicians must maintain distances of at least 1m from each other.
  • Singers and professional dancers must remain on stage during their performance and not mingle with the audience.