The Rules: The Law on Traveling Abroad for Tourism has been extended

I am allowed Traveling abroad, including tourism. In principle, this is nothing new. It is possible to embark on some foreign destinations as early as June 2020, after months of severe lockdown, i European countries reopened their bordersRestoring freedom of movement in the Schengen area. Confirmation has also arrived with Dpcm from last March 2. An essential clarification, however, is that It is also possible to do this starting from the red area And that, starting from the new March 30th Ministry of Health decree (extended until April 30) Changes the way back to Italy.

Covid and travel abroad: movements permitted in the red zone

It is the paradox (to tell the truth, not only in Italy) that we are accustomed to the new “normal life” in the time of Covid-19: Perhaps you cannot leave your municipality in the red zone, as the decree of April 1 reiterated, movement between regions is possible only for good reasons Tourist trips to Italy have been largely banned since last winter. However, you can take a plane to a foreign country.

The issue was back up for discussion at Easter, after a cabinet comment Ministry of Interior Which, upon request for clarification submitted by Astoi Confindustria Viaggi (The association which accounts for more than 90% of the tour operator market in Italy), has shed light on a gray area of ​​travel legislation in light of the new restrictions.

So far the truth is as it is announced ripen, “There was no clarity on how to reconcile legislation allowing people to travel freely to a country in the EU / Schengen area with restrictive measures adopted on national territory based on risk areas”. When asked directly, the Home Office gave a positive opinion: Also in the red and orange zone, it is possible to move to the departure airport. However, it is necessary to obtain a self-certification.

The Foreign Minister Luigi Di Maio, Which was broadcast in an interview Tg2 Post He stated, “What we asked is to stay home and not move. Those who travel abroad and come back should clear out round-trip flights. This falls within the European rules of mobility. But we do not recommend citizens at all to go abroad, we advise against moving because we are in a difficult stage.”

Traveling abroad: How do you understand where the Italians might go?

However, the situation is not as simple as it might seem from the building. You are traveling abroad aware of the emergency situation: Mandatory buffer There and back, maybe with Plant quarantine Upon return, bearing in mind that everything can change quickly depending on the direction of infection in Italy or the destination country.

But it is not easy to understand Where the Italians can go e What do you do when you return to Italy?. Let’s be clear.

Currently Travel to / from abroad is organized by Dpcm, dated March 2, 2021. All procedures contained in the decree have been extended until April 30, pursuant to the Decree-Law of April 1.

Dpcm is still based on what is now known ”Appendix 20“(Here is the latest what is published in the Official Gazette), Which is divided into five Lists – A, B, C, D, E – Countries to travel to, Based on epidemiological risks and obligations to be respected upon return to Italy.

The lists are updated by a specific decree issued by the Minister of Health in agreement with the Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation.

Countries you can travel in without restrictions: List A and B.

Traveling abroad for tourism Without restrictions (Except for those that the two countries eventually imposed to enter their territory) are permitted San Marino e Vatican City, Which lies withinCast a.

You can travel abroad for tourism – from / to countries on List B., Which are considered to be of low epidemic risk. At the moment, unfortunately, no country falls within the criteria.

Ministry of Health order: To travel abroad with quarantine and swab a list c

According to Italian law, Transfers to / from List “C” countries are permitted without need for any reason. And also for tourism.

Upon returning to Italy, on a new basis Decision of the Ministry of Health signed on April 2, 2021, Who stayed or transited in the previous 14 days in a C-List country, in addition to or not Self-affirmation, he has to It is mandatory to undergo molecular or antigenic tests 48 hours before departure. The test should be done with a swab and should be done Negative result.

Regardless of the test result, returnees from List C countries are subject to Health monitoring And required Compliance with the five-day quarantine periodIt is performed in your home or place of residence in advance Report their entry into the national territory to the Prevention Department of the competent health authority in the region. At the end of the five days, it is necessary to do this A new molecular or antigen test. Only in the case of residence / transit in Tyrol during the 14 days prior to entering Italy, the period of credit isolation is not equal to five but fourteen days.

Which countries on List C can you travel to?

The countries currently included in the list C are:

• Austria (With specific restrictions for those returning from Tyrol, as indicated in the appropriate paragraph on the Farnesina website)
• Belgium
• Bulgaria
• Cipro
• Croatia
• Denmark (including the Faroe Islands and Greenland)
• Estonia
• Finland
• France (including Guadeloupe, Martinique, Guyana, Reunion, and Mayotte, excluding other territories outside the European continent)
• Germany
• Greece
• Ireland
• Israel (April 7-30, changes from list E to C)
• Latvia
• Lithuania
• Luxembourg
• Malta
• Netherlands (except for regions outside of Europe)
• Poland
• Portugal (including the Azores and Madeira)
• United Kingdom (changes from E-list to C-list 7-30 April)
• Czech Republic
• Romania
• Slovakia
• Slovenia
• Spain (including the territories of the African continent)
• Sweden
• Hungary
• Iceland
• Norway
• Liechtenstein
• Switzerland
• Andorra
• Principality of Monaco

Trips abroad outside Europe: list d

Not only the European Union and Schengen countries. As of August 2020, tourist tours are also possible in some foreign countries that are considered to have low epidemic risks.

In this case, when you return to Italy it is It is mandatory to fill out the self-declaration e Undergo a 14-day credit isolation and health monitoring. You can only get to your home by private car.

Among the countries currently listed inList d We find:

• Australia
• new Zeland
• The Republic of Korea
• Rwanda
• Singapore
• Thailand

Where you can’t go: menu e

Travel is prohibited for tourism in the rest of the world. All cases that do not appear in the previous listsIt, in fact, falls within the range of Group H., Which identifies the areas considered to be at greatest risk. So, for example, you cannot go (except for work reasons, health, or absolute urgency, or go back to your home) Brazil And in Japan. The decree of April 2 extended the suspension of air traffic from Brazil and the ban on entry to Italy for all arrivals from the country or who stayed / transited there in the 14 days prior to the attempt to enter Italy (Here is specific information about Brazil).

As for special exceptions and limitations, the advice is to refer to the dedicated page on the Farnesina website Viaggiaresicuri.it.

Also read: Covid-tested tours: what they are and what routes are allowed

How do you understand where to go and what to do when you return

That’s the theory, and so comes the practice. Because if it is true that under Italian law it is permitted to travel abroad for the purpose of tourism, then it is also true, Before traveling, it is advisable to inquire about the regulations in place in the country of destination. You may find museums, restaurants and bars closed; The curfew may be in effect; Quarantine or swab on arrival may be mandatory.

In conclusion, Also, talking about entry rules for individual countries is complicatedEven in the European Union and the Schengen area. You can go, for example, from Italy to Germany, But since last November 2, an overnight stay for the purpose of tourism is prohibited here (but even in this case, the Germans can spend a vacation abroad, As evidenced by newcomers to the Balearic Islands, which in turn are closed to the Spaniards).

Expanding horizons in Australia The stop remains for all foreigners, even though the country is on Italy’s D-List. Until June 17, 2021, in fact, Australia closes both internal and external international borders, not only to travelers and permanent residents, but also to Australian citizens.

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