Covid-19 Health Pass
All the latest news and need-to-know information about the Covid-19 Health Pass in Germany.
EXPLAINED: The new rules for entering Germany with an EU Covid pass
A Covid rule change for travellers in Germany and the EU came into force on February 1st. Here's a look at what it means for entry to Germany.
3G, 2G or 2G-plus: Germany's Covid warning app to show vaccination status
Germany's 'Corona-Warn-app' is being updated to show users their vaccination status proof under the 3G, 2G and 2G-plus rules.
What documents do you need to carry for Germany's 2G-plus restrictions?
Many people - including tourists - are wondering exactly what they need to carry for Germany's new restrictions that favour Covid- boosted people. Here's what you should know.
How the rules of the EU Covid certificate for travel will change from February
As infection rates surge in parts of Europe, the EU will limit the validity of its flagship Covid-19 certificate to nine months. The pass is designed to allow for restriction free travel within the bloc but certain countries are stepping up restrictions.
Visiting Germany: Is it possible to get the EU digital vaccine certificate?
Germany has strict Covid pass entry rules (known as 2G or 3G) to most public places. But tourists found an inconsistent picture of what vaccination proof is accepted, and varying experiences of being able to get the EU digital pass.
German man 'kills own family over fake Covid pass'
A German man killed his wife and three children before taking his own life, leaving behind a note that said he feared being jailed for faking a Covid-19 health pass, prosecutors said on Tuesday.
EXPLAINED: How Covid '3G' rules could work on German public transport
From Wednesday, passengers will need to carry a negative Covid test, proof of vaccination or a certificate of recovery on German buses and trains. But how would this work in practice? We take a look.
Can tourists and visitors to Germany get the digital vaccine certificate?
As winter approaches and the Covid entry rules to public places get stricter, there are still question marks over whether tourists can get Germany's digital Covid health pass. We found out the latest information.
Berlin to exclude unvaccinated people from indoor dining, bars and hairdressers
Germany's capital Berlin will tighten Covid rules by denying unvaccinated people access to many indoor public places like restaurants, bars, gyms and hairdressers in an effort to contain a coronavirus resurgence.
Germany is seeing a 'massive pandemic of the unvaccinated'
Germany is experiencing a "massive" pandemic of the unvaccinated, Health Minister Jens Spahn said on Wednesday, calling for tougher action to tame a resurgence in Covid cases.
German business calls for introduction of Covid health pass in offices
Amid rapidly rising Covid infections in Germany, business leaders have called on the government to restrict access to workplaces via the '3G' rule and allow companies to request vaccination data from employees.
UPDATE: What you need to know about Covid testing when visiting Germany
We looked at what tourists in Germany should know when it comes to Covid testing, and Germany's health pass regulations.
Supermarkets in German state of Hesse can now block entry to the unvaccinated
Supermarkets in Frankfurt and the surrounding region can now implement rules that only allow vaccinated and Covid-recovered people onto their premises.
Should retailers in Germany be allowed to exclude unvaccinated people from entry?
Several German states are allowing businesses like restaurants and bars to choose to exclude the unvaccinated. But a Hesse court recently ruled in favour of a shop introducing this 2G option. What does it mean for the future?
Cologne becomes first German city to offer Covid recovery certificates online
The German city of Cologne has just made it much easier for people to prove they've recovered from Covid-19 by offering a first-of-its-kind online certificate service.
Covid health pass: What can Germany learn from France?
Germany has its own version of a Covid health pass - the 3G rules. But does it actually do the job? The Local editor Rachel Loxton found Germany could learn lessons from its neighbour after a recent trip to Paris.
EXPLAINED: Who will still get free Covid tests in Germany from October?
From next month, Germany is getting rid of its taxpayer-funded free rapid tests. Who will still get them for free? And how much will they cost to others?
Pressure mounts on German politicians to implement 'vaccinated only' rule
In the battle against the fourth wave, German president of the World Medical Association has spoken out in favour of tough restrictions on the unvaccinated, stepping up the pressure on the government to act.
Is Berlin set to introduce 'vaccinated-only' bars and restaurants?
Senators in Berlin are considering extending the current '2G' rules for clubs to other areas of public life, like bars and restaurants. But what would that mean in practice?
Germany's 16 states bring in uniform 'Covid health pass' system
In a bid to encourage vaccinations, and stave off the fourth wave, German states were tasked with bringing in an expanded 'Covid health pass' system. Here's what it looks like.
Is Germany set to introduce a nationwide 'health pass' system?
From autumn onwards, Germany could bring in a tougher entry system for eating out, visiting shops or attending big events. Here's what that could look like.
Why are people in Germany still struggling to get the digital Covid vaccine pass from pharmacies?
Residents across Germany are still facing problems getting hold of their EU digital vaccination certificate after a system failure. What exactly is going on?
How is Germany using Covid health passes compared to other European countries?
Countries across Europe are extending the use of so called vaccine passports or health passes to allow for entry into bars, cultural sites or sporting events, but some countries are employing them more than others. Here's how Germany compares to other countries.